Carpentry And Roof Work NCV Level 2 — Document P1
November 2023 — NCV Level 2 — Carpentry And Roof Work
NCV Level 2
2023
NCV Engineering
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1.1Identify the tools shown below in FIGURES
1.1.5and state their uses.
1.1.1Figure 1.1.1
1.1.2Figure 1.1.2
1.1.3Figure 1.1.3
1.1.4Figure 1.1.4
1.1.5
1.2Saws are hand held tools consisting of a wooden or plastic handle and a long toothed metal blade. Explain how the use of a crosscut saw differs from that of a rip saw. (2\
1.3Name THREE power tools that carpenters use in roof construction. (3\
1.4What does the term ono pitch mean? (1\
1.5Give a brief description of the following types of roof trusses
1.5.1A girder truss
1.5.220
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2.1Since the beginning of time, man has always required shelter. Name TWO natural materials that early man used as a roof covering. (2\
2.2Give TWO benefits of having a roof over a building. (2\
2.3Loads on roof can be classified as either live loads or dead loads . Give THREE examples of a dead load. (3\
2.4Explain how the design process of a deemed to satisfy roof differs from the design process of a rationally designed roof. (2\
2.5Give TWO reasons why a homeowner would prefer a hip roof to a gable roof. (2\
2.6Define the term roof erector (2\
2.7The correct size wall plates are important in roof construction. List THREE reasons why wall plates differ in size. (3\
2.8Describe the correct way of tying down roof trusses with hoop iron straps. (3\
2.9List THREE negative consequences of not fixing roof anchors tightly (3\
2.10Battens and purlins serve a similar purpose in roof construction.
2.10.1What are the common sizes (width and thickness\of a batten and a purlin respectively?
2.10.2What purpose do they serve in roof construction?
2.10.3
2.11Choose an item from column B that matches a description in column A. Write only the letter (A D\ next to question number (2.11.1
2.11.4\n the ANSWER BOOK. COLUMN A COLUMN B
2.11.4Used for lifting trusses with 18 to 30 metre spans Used to lift trusses with 9 to 18 metre spans Keeps a truss stable so that it does not sway around in windy conditions
2.12List THREE disadvantages of factory made, nail plated trusses. (3\
2.13State THREE ways in which permanent bracing stabili es a gable roof. (3\
2.14Give the suitable batten spacing for fixing the following roofing materials:
2.14.1Slate tiles
2.14.240
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3.1List the THREE stages of building a Howe roof truss. (3\
3.2Name the FIVE different members that make up a Howe roof truss. (5\
3.3Define the following terms used in truss construction:
3.3.1joint
3.3.2
3.4List the steps taken when using the 3:4:5 method for marking a 90 angle. (7\
3.5What size of nail is commonly used for joining the members of a roof truss (1\
3.6Name the tool used for marking plumb cuts. (1\
3.7How many plumb cuts must be made on a Howe truss? (1\ [20] (12020122\ Copyright reserved Please turn over20
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4.1Name any TWO negative consequences of not displaying safety signs on a building site. (2\
4.2List FOUR wall plate specifications a carpenter must know to fit wall plate (4\
4.3Indicate whether the following statements are TRUE or FALSE. Cho ose the answer and write only 'True' or 'F alse next to the question number (4.3.1
4.3.5\n the ANSWER BOOK.
4.3.1National standards provide information on how a roof should be built ll carpenters should follow these standards
4.3.2Roof anchors should never be more than 200 mm away from the truss or beam they are attached to.
4.3.3In South African inland regions, all timber used in roof construction must be chemically treated.
4.3.4oof cladding is attached directly to rafters to strengthen it and keep it in place.
4.3.5Health and afety fficers represent only
4.4Explain how you would use a temporary brace to ensure that a truss remains plumb. (3\
4.5Choose the correct word or words from those given in brackets. Write only the word or words next t o the question numbers (4.5.1
4.5.6\in the ANSWER BOOK.
4.5.1hen a roof is cladded with metal sheeting he truss spacing can be up to (750 mm/1
4.5.2A team of (2/3/4\ workers is required for the levelling and aligning of roof trusses.
4.5.3Pairs of wedges can be inserted between (a wall plate and tie beam/ wall and
4.5.4A (water level/spirit level\ can be used for checking whether a truss is plumb. (12020122\ Copyright reserved
4.5.5Roof anchors must be embedded in at least (3/4/6\courses of brickwork to be effective.
4.5.620
Mark Allocation
Total100 marks
Sections20 + 40 + 20 + 20 = 100 marks
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TitleDocument
SubjectCarpentry And Roof Work
LevelNCV Level 2
Document typeQuestion paper
Year2023
MonthNovember
Pages7
Downloads3
Examination context
Decade2020s
Years ago3y
SeasonSpring (SH)
Start dayWednesday
Exam periodNovember 2023
Days since exam1,073
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