Major Work Activity D - Installs roofing and specialty products

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Major Work Activity D – Installs roofing and specialty products

Task D-16 Installs roofing and cladding systems

Task Descriptor

Sheet metal workers install green and metal roofing systems, and cladding products to provide low maintenance, longevity of the building and protection from the elements. Various types of roof and cladding systems can also add to the aesthetics of the building.

D-16.01 Lays out roof and walls

NL NS PE NB QC ON MB SK AB BC NT YT NU
yes yes NV yes yes yes yes yes yes yes NV NV NV
Skills
Reference Code Performance Criteria Evidence of Attainment
D-16.01.01P select and use tools and equipment tools and equipment are selected and used according to job requirements
D-16.01.02P inspect building building is inspected according to standards and project specifications
D-16.01.03P establish reference lines reference lines are established according to project specifications using tools and equipment
D-16.01.04P confirm site measurements site measurements are confirmed according to project specifications
D-16.01.05P mark openings openings are marked according to project specifications
D-16.01.06P determine orientation of seams and joints orientation of seams and joints are determined according to building dimensions, standards and project specifications, taking into consideration prevailing wind
D-16.01.07P determine desired overall appearance desired overall appearance is determined according to project specifications
D-16.01.08P prepare sheeting for installation procedures sheeting is prepared for installation procedures according to site conditions, standards and project specifications

Range of Variables (include, but not limited to)

Knowledge
Reference Code Learning Outcomes and Objectives
D-16.01.01L demonstrate knowledge of roofing and walls, their components, characteristics and applications
  1. identify types of roofing and walls and their components, and describe their characteristics and applications
  2. interpret information about roofing and walls found on drawings and specifications
  3. identify types of materials used in fabricating roofing and walls
  4. identify types of roof structures and construction features, and describe their characteristics and applications
D-16.01.02L demonstrate knowledge of procedures to lay out roofing and walls and their components
  1. identify tools and equipment used to lay out roofing and walls, and describe their procedures for use
  2. identify hazards, and describe safe work practices to lay out roofing and walls
  3. calculate materials required in preparation for installation of roofing and walls
  4. describe procedures used to install materials to roofs and walls in preparation for installation of roofing and walls
  5. describe procedures to lay out roofing and walls and their components
D-16.01.03L demonstrate knowledge of regulatory requirements to lay out roofing and walls
  1. identify codes, standards and jurisdictional regulations to lay out roofing and walls

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D-16.02 Installs insulation, isolation material and building envelope components

NL NS PE NB QC ON MB SK AB BC NT YT NU
yes yes NV yes no yes yes yes yes yes NV NV NV
Skills
Reference Code Performance Criteria Evidence of Attainment
D-16.02.01P select and use tools and equipment tools and equipment are selected and used according to job requirements
D-16.02.02P install building envelope components building envelope components are installed according to project specifications and standards
D-16.02.03P select and use fasteners fasteners are selected and used according to project specifications
D-16.02.04P determine paneling system requirements paneling system requirements are determined according to manufacturers’ specifications and engineered drawings
D-16.02.05P install panel mounting system panel mounting system is installed according to project specifications, and engineered drawings
D-16.02.06P apply and fasten insulation to structure insulation is applied and fastened to structure according to site conditions, project specifications and engineered drawings
D-16.02.07P apply isolation materials and components to structure isolation materials and components are applied to structure according to design and manufacturers’ specifications

Range of Variables (include, but not limited to)

Knowledge
Reference Code Learning Outcomes and Objectives
D-16.02.01L demonstrate knowledge of insulation, isolation materials and components, and building envelope components, their characteristics, applications and operation
  1. identify types of insulation, isolation materials and components and building envelope components, and describe their characteristics and applications
  2. identify types of fasteners used to install insulation, isolation materials and components, and building envelope components
  3. interpret information about insulation, isolation materials and components, and building envelope components found on drawings and specifications
D-16.02.02L demonstrate knowledge of procedures to install insulation, isolation materials and components, and building envelope components
  1. identify tools and equipment used to install insulation, isolation materials and components, and building envelope components, and describe their procedures for use
  2. identify hazards, and describe safe work practices to install insulation, isolation materials and components, and building envelope components
  3. describe procedures to install insulation, isolation materials and components, and building envelope components
  4. calculate materials required to install insulation, isolation materials and components, and building envelope components
D-16.02.03L demonstrate knowledge of regulatory requirements to install insulation, isolation materials and components, and building envelope components
  1. identify codes, standards and jurisdictional regulations to install insulation, isolation materials and components, and building envelope components
D-16.02.04L demonstrate knowledge of sustainability and environmental stewardship practices
  1. identify practices that contribute to environmental protection
  2. describe procedures to dispose of and recycle insulation, isolation materials and components, and building envelope components
  3. identify practices that contribute to net-zero and carbon neutral efforts

Range of Variables (include, but not limited to)

D-16.03 Installs roofing and cladding system components

NL NS PE NB QC ON MB SK AB BC NT YT NU
yes yes NV yes yes yes yes yes yes yes NV NV NV
Skills
Reference Code Performance Criteria Evidence of Attainment
D-16.03.01P select and use tools and equipment tools and equipment are selected and used according to job requirements
D-16.03.02P select and use fasteners fasteners are selected and used according to project specifications and standards
D-16.03.03P determine starting point starting point is determined according to project specifications and standards to achieve minimal waste and finished appearance
D-16.03.04P install required flashing flashing required is installed according to project specifications and standards
D-16.03.05P cut, fit and fasten panels to structure and mounting system panels are cut, fitted and fastened to structure and mounting system following reference lines
D-16.03.06P install expansion joints expansion joints are installed according to project specifications and standards
D-16.03.07P install coping, finish flashing, drainage and downspouts coping, finish flashing, drainage and downspouts are installed according to project specifications and standards

Range of Variables (include, but not limited to)

Knowledge
Reference Code Learning Outcomes and Objectives
D-16.03.01L demonstrate knowledge of roofing and cladding system components, their characteristics and applications
  1. identify types of roofing and cladding system components, and describe their characteristics and applications
  2. identify types of fasteners used to install roofing and cladding system components
  3. interpret information about fasteners and roofing and cladding system components found on drawings and specifications
D-16.03.02L demonstrate knowledge of procedures, considerations and requirements to install roofing and cladding system components
  1. identify tools and equipment used to install roofing and cladding system components, and describe their procedures for use
  2. identify hazards, and describe safe work practices to install roofing and cladding system components
  3. describe procedures to install materials to roofs or walls in preparation for installation of roofing and cladding system components
  4. describe procedures to install roofing and cladding system components
  5. calculate materials required to install roofing and cladding system components
D-16.03.03L demonstrate knowledge of additional manufacturer training and certification requirements for installing roofing and cladding system components
  1. identify additional manufacturer training and certification requirements for installing roofing and cladding system components
D-16.03.04L demonstrate knowledge of regulatory requirements to install roofing and cladding system components
  1. identify codes, standards and jurisdictional regulations to install roofing and cladding system components
D-16.03.05L demonstrate knowledge of sustainability and environmental stewardship practices
  1. identify practices that contribute to environmental protection
  2. describe procedures to dispose of and recycle roofing and cladding system components
  3. identify practices that contribute to net-zero and carbon neutral efforts

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D-16.04 Seals exposed joints

NL NS PE NB QC ON MB SK AB BC NT YT NU
yes yes NV yes yes yes yes yes yes yes NV NV NV
Skills
Reference Code Performance Criteria Evidence of Attainment
D-16.04.01P select and use tools and equipment tools and equipment are selected and used according to job requirements
D-16.04.02P select sealant sealant is selected according to project specifications and standards
D-16.04.03P prepare surface for sealant surface is prepared for sealant by cleaning, pre-tinning and installing backer rod according to job requirements
D-16.04.04P apply sealant sealant is applied according to project specifications, standards and weather conditions
D-16.04.05P apply joint and seam caps joint and seam caps are applied to secure and seal, and for watershed

Range of Variables (include, but not limited to)

Knowledge
Reference Code Learning Outcomes and Objectives
D-16.04.01L demonstrate knowledge of sealants, their characteristics and applications
  1. identify types of sealants used to seal joints, and describe their characteristics and applications
  2. identify types of backer rods used to seal joints, and describe their characteristics and applications
  3. interpret information about sealants and backer rods found on drawings and specifications
D-16.04.02L demonstrate knowledge of procedures to seal exposed joints
  1. identify tools and equipment used to seal exposed joints, and describe their procedures for use
  2. identify hazards, and describe safe work practices to seal exposed joints
  3. describe procedures to seal exposed joints
D-16.04.03L demonstrate knowledge of regulatory requirements to seal exposed joints
  1. identify codes, standards and jurisdictional regulations to seal exposed joints
D-16.04.04L demonstrate knowledge of sustainability and environmental stewardship practices
  1. identify practices that contribute to environmental protection
  2. describe procedures to dispose of and recycle sealants
  3. identify practices that contribute to net-zero and carbon neutral efforts

Range of Variables (include, but not limited to)

D-16.05 Installs decking

NL NS PE NB QC ON MB SK AB BC NT YT NU
yes yes NV yes no yes yes yes yes yes NV NV NV
Skills
Reference Code Performance Criteria Evidence of Attainment
D-16.05.01P select and use tools and equipment tools and equipment are selected and used according to job requirements
D-16.05.02P determine material required material required for job is determined according to standards and project specifications
D-16.05.03P cut and fit decking decking is cut and fitted according to standards and project specifications
D-16.05.04P fasten decking decking is fastened using fasteners according to standards and project specifications
D-16.05.05P frame out non-structural openings non-structural openings are framed out according to standards and project specifications
D-16.05.06P finish exposed welds exposed welds are finished according to standards and project specifications to prevent corrosion

Range of Variables (include, but not limited to)

Knowledge
Reference Code Learning Outcomes and Objectives
D-16.05.01L demonstrate knowledge of decking, their components, characteristics and applications
  1. identify types of decking, and describe their characteristics and applications
  2. identify types of fasteners used to install decking, and describe their characteristics and applications
  3. identify types of material used for decking, and describe their characteristics and applications
  4. interpret information about decking found on drawings and specifications
D-16.05.02L demonstrate knowledge of procedures to install decking
  1. identify tools and equipment used to install decking, and describe their procedures for use
  2. identify hazards, and describe safe work practices to install decking
  3. describe procedures to install decking
  4. calculate materials required to install decking
D-16.05.03L demonstrate knowledge of additional training and certification requirements for puddle welding decking
  1. identify additional training and certification requirements for puddle welding decking
D-16.05.04L demonstrate knowledge of regulatory requirements to install decking
  1. identify codes, standards and jurisdictional regulations to install decking
D-16.05.05L demonstrate knowledge of sustainability and environmental stewardship practices
  1. identify practices that contribute to environmental protection
  2. describe procedures to dispose of and recycle decking
  3. identify practices that contribute to net-zero and carbon neutral efforts

Range of Variables (include, but not limited to)

Task D-17 Installs exterior components

Task Descriptor

Sheet metal workers install exterior components. They calculate, prepare and align surfaces for the installation of exterior components such as awnings and signage for functional and aesthetic reasons.

D-17.01 Prepares surface

NL NS PE NB QC ON MB SK AB BC NT YT NU
yes yes NV yes yes yes yes yes yes yes NV NV NV
Skills
Reference Code Performance Criteria Evidence of Attainment
D-17.01.01P select and use tools and equipment tools and equipment are selected and used according to job requirements
D-17.01.02P verify alignment (plumb, level, square) of exterior surface alignment (plumb, level, square) of exterior surface is verified for aesthetic purposes and project specifications to ensure ease of installation
D-17.01.03P identify fastening points fastening points are identified according to site conditions and project specifications
D-17.01.04P determine fastening system fastening system is determined according to product material type, standards and project specifications
D-17.01.05P clean installation area installation area is cleaned using cleaning tools and cleaning products according to project specifications
D-17.01.06P score surface surface is scored for adherence according to material type and manufacturers’ specifications
D-17.01.07P apply waterproofing membrane and flashing waterproofing membrane and flashing are applied according to project specifications to ensure watertight construction
D-17.01.08P install fastening system fastening system is installed according to standards and project specifications

Range of Variables (include, but not limited to)

Knowledge
Reference Code Learning Outcomes and Objectives
D-17.01.01L demonstrate knowledge of fastening systems, their components, characteristics and applications
  1. identify types of fastening systems used for installation of exterior components
  2. interpret information about fastening systems found on drawings and specifications
D-17.01.02L demonstrate knowledge of procedures to install fastening systems
  1. identify tools and equipment used to install fastening systems, and describe their procedures for use
  2. identify hazards, and describe safe work practices to install fastening systems
  3. describe procedure for identifying fastening points
  4. describe procedures to install fastening systems
D-17.01.03L demonstrate knowledge of procedures to prepare surfaces for installation of exterior components
  1. identify tools and equipment used to prepare surfaces, and describe their procedures for use
  2. identify hazards, and describe safe work practices to prepare surfaces
  3. describe procedures to prepare surfaces for installation of exterior components
  4. identify types of cleaning tools, and cleaning products used for preparing surfaces for installation of exterior components
D-17.01.04L demonstrate knowledge of regulatory requirements to install fastening systems
  1. identify codes, standards and jurisdictional regulations to install fastening systems and prepare surfaces for installation of exterior components
D-17.01.05L demonstrate knowledge of sustainability and environmental stewardship practices
  1. identify practices that contribute to environmental protection
  2. describe procedures to dispose of and recycle cleaning products

Range of Variables (include, but not limited to)

D-17.02 Fastens exterior components

NL NS PE NB QC ON MB SK AB BC NT YT NU
yes yes NV yes yes yes yes yes yes yes NV NV NV
Skills
Reference Code Performance Criteria Evidence of Attainment
D-17.02.01P select and use tools and equipment tools and equipment are selected and used according to job requirements
D-17.02.02P select exterior components and fasteners exterior components and fasteners are selected according to project specifications
D-17.02.03P modify exterior components exterior components are modified according to job conditions and requirements
D-17.02.04P mount exterior components exterior components are mounted according to standards and project specifications using fasteners
D-17.02.05P seal joints joints are sealed according to standards and project specifications to maintain weatherproof seal

Range of Variables (include, but not limited to)

Knowledge
Reference Code Learning Outcomes and Objectives
D-17.02.01L demonstrate knowledge of exterior components, their characteristics and applications
  1. identify types of exterior components, and describe their characteristics and applications
  2. identify types of fasteners used to fasten exterior components
  3. identify types of sealants used to seal joints
  4. interpret information about exterior components, fasteners and sealants found on drawings and specifications
D-17.02.02L demonstrate knowledge of procedures to fasten exterior components
  1. identify tools and equipment used to fasten exterior components, and describe their procedures for use
  2. identify hazards, and describe safe work practices to fasten exterior components
  3. describe procedures to fasten exterior components
  4. describe procedures to seal joints
D-17.02.03L demonstrate knowledge of regulatory requirements to fasten exterior components and seal joints
  1. identify codes, standards and jurisdictional regulations to fasten exterior components and seal joints
D-17.02.04L demonstrate knowledge of sustainability and environmental stewardship practices
  1. identify practices that contribute to environmental protection
  2. describe procedures to dispose of and recycle fasteners and sealants

Range of Variables (include, but not limited to)

Task D-18 Installs specialty products

Task Descriptor

Sheet metal workers install specialty products in residential, industrial, commercial and institutional (ICI) locations such as commercial kitchens, food processing plants, pharmaceutical laboratories, medical facilities, manufacturing plants and marine environments. They also design and install stainless or non‑stainless architectural products on or inside a variety of buildings.

D-18.01 Installs stainless steel specialty products

NL NS PE NB QC ON MB SK AB BC NT YT NU
yes yes NV yes yes yes yes yes yes yes NV NV NV
Skills
Reference Code Performance Criteria Evidence of Attainment
D-18.01.01P select and use tools and equipment tools and equipment are selected and used according to job requirements
D-18.01.02P install components components are installed according to standards, project specifications and site conditions
D-18.01.03P select and use fasteners and hangers fasteners and hangers are selected and used according to application, standards and project specifications
D-18.01.04P isolate differing materials from each other differing materials are isolated from each other to avoid galvanic corrosion or cross-contamination
D-18.01.05P assemble components components are assembled according to standards, project specifications and site conditions
D-18.01.06P finish stainless steel specialty products stainless steel specialty products are finished according to requirements and project specifications
D-18.01.07P apply sealants and coatings sealants and coatings are applied according to requirements and project specifications

Range of Variables (include, but not limited to)

Knowledge
Reference Code Learning Outcomes and Objectives
D-18.01.01L demonstrate knowledge of stainless steel specialty products, their components, characteristics and applications
  1. identify types of stainless steel specialty products, and describe their characteristics and applications
  2. interpret information about stainless steel specialty products found on drawings and specifications
  3. identify types of fasteners used to install stainless steel specialty products, and describe their characteristics and applications
  4. identify types of sealants and coating used to finish stainless steel specialty products, and describe their characteristics and applications
D-18.01.02L demonstrate knowledge of metals, their properties, characteristics and applications
  1. identify types of metals, and describe their properties, characteristics and applications
  2. describe identification systems for types of stainless steel and their finishes
D-18.01.03L demonstrate knowledge of metallurgic principles
  1. describe effects metal working has on metallurgic properties
  2. identify practices that can create problems when working with stainless steel, and describe procedures used to prevent or correct these problems
D-18.01.04L demonstrate knowledge of procedures to install stainless steel specialty products
  1. identify tools and equipment used to install stainless steel specialty products, and describe their procedures for use
  2. identify hazards, and describe safe work practices to install stainless steel specialty products
  3. describe procedures to install stainless steel specialty products
  4. describe procedures used to finish and apply sealants and coating to stainless steel specialty products
D-18.01.05L demonstrate knowledge of additional training and certification requirements to weld stainless steel specialty products
  1. identify additional training and certification requirements to weld stainless steel specialty products
D-18.01.06L demonstrate knowledge of regulatory requirements to install stainless steel specialty products
  1. identify codes, standards, and jurisdictional regulations to install stainless steel specialty products
D-18.01.07L demonstrate knowledge of sustainability and environmental stewardship practices
  1. identify practices that contribute to environmental protection
  2. describe procedures to dispose of and recycle stainless steel specialty products and their components
  3. identify practices that contribute to net-zero and carbon neutral efforts when welding stainless steel specialty products

Range of Variables (include, but not limited to)

D-18.02 Installs non-stainless steel specialty products

NL NS PE NB QC ON MB SK AB BC NT YT NU
yes yes NV yes yes yes yes yes yes yes NV NV NV
Skills
Reference Code Performance Criteria Evidence of Attainment
D-18.02.01P select and use tools and equipment tools and equipment are selected and used according to job requirements
D-18.02.02P install components components are installed according to standards and project specifications
D-18.02.03P select and use fasteners and hangers fasteners and hangers are selected and used according to standards and project specifications
D-18.02.04P isolate differing materials from each other differing materials are isolated from each other to avoid galvanic corrosion or cross-contamination
D-18.02.05P assemble components components are assembled according to standards and project specifications
D-18.02.06P apply sealants, coatings and oxidizers sealants, coatings and oxidizers are applied according to requirements and project specifications

Range of Variables (include, but not limited to)

Knowledge
Reference Code Learning Outcomes and Objectives
D-18.02.01L demonstrate knowledge of non-stainless steel specialty products, their components, characteristics and applications
  1. identify types of non-stainless steel specialty products, and describe their characteristics and applications
  2. interpret information about non-stainless steel specialty products found on drawings and specifications
  3. identify types of fasteners used to install non-stainless steel specialty products, and describe their characteristics and applications
  4. identify types of sealants, coatings and oxidizers used to finish non-stainless steel specialty products, and describe their characteristics and applications
D-18.02.02L demonstrate knowledge of procedures to install non-stainless steel specialty products
  1. identify tools and equipment used to install non-stainless steel specialty products, and describe their procedures for use
  2. identify hazards, and describe safe work practices to install non-stainless steel specialty products
  3. describe procedures to install non-stainless steel specialty products
  4. describe procedures used to finish and apply sealants, coatings and oxidizers to non-stainless steel specialty products
D-18.02.03L demonstrate knowledge of regulatory requirements to install non-stainless steel specialty products
  1. identify codes, standards and jurisdictional regulations to install non-stainless steel specialty products
D-18.02.04L demonstrate knowledge of sustainability and environmental stewardship practices
  1. identify practices that contribute to environmental protection
  2. describe procedures to dispose of and recycle non-stainless steel specialty products and their components

Range of Variables (include, but not limited to)

D-18.03 Installs marine products

NL NS PE NB QC ON MB SK AB BC NT YT NU
yes yes NV yes yes yes yes yes no yes NV NV NV
Skills
Reference Code Performance Criteria Evidence of Attainment
D-18.03.01P select and use tools and equipment tools and equipment are selected and used according to job requirements
D-18.03.02P install components components are installed according to standards, project specifications and site conditions
D-18.03.03P select materials to be used to install marine products materials to be used to install marine products are selected according to standards and project specifications
D-18.03.04P select and use fasteners and hangers fasteners and hangers are selected and used according to standards and project specifications
D-18.03.05P isolate differing materials from each other differing materials are isolated from each other to avoid galvanic corrosion or cross-contamination
D-18.03.06P assemble components components are assembled according to standards and project specifications
D-18.03.07P finish marine products marine products are finished according to requirements and project specifications
D-18.03.08P apply sealants and coatings sealants and coatings are applied according to requirements and project specifications

Range of Variables (include, but not limited to)

Knowledge
Reference Code Learning Outcomes and Objectives
D-18.03.01L demonstrate knowledge of marine products, their components, characteristics, applications and operation
  1. identify types of marine products, and describe their characteristics and applications
  2. identify types of fasteners used to install marine products, and describe their characteristics and applications
  3. interpret information about marine products found on drawings and specifications
D-18.03.02L demonstrate knowledge of procedures to install marine products
  1. identify tools and equipment used to install marine products, and describe their procedures for use
  2. identify hazards, and describe safe work practices to install marine products
  3. describe procedures to install marine products
  4. identify special considerations for installing marine products
  5. describe differences in installing in dry dock versus floating locations
D-18.03.03L demonstrate knowledge of additional training and certification requirements to weld and install marine products
  1. identify additional training and certification requirements to weld and install marine products
D-18.03.04L demonstrate knowledge of regulatory requirements to install marine products
  1. identify codes, standards and jurisdictional regulations to install marine products
D-18.03.05L demonstrate knowledge of sustainability and environmental stewardship practices
  1. identify practices that contribute to environmental protection
  2. describe procedures to dispose of and recycle marine products
  3. identify practices that contribute to net-zero and carbon neutral efforts when welding marine products

Range of Variables (include, but not limited to)