Roofing materials

The distance between the exposed shingles of overlapping shingles is called the ____.

• width
• exposure
• top lap
• head lap

The correct order of application for a roof installation at an eave is ____.

• underlayment, starter strip, finish roof material, and drip edging
• drip edge flashing, starter strip, underlayment, and finish roof material
• starter strip, drip edge flashing, underlayment, and finish roof material
• drip edge flashing, underlayment, starter strip, and finish roof material

The quantities of flashing and starter strips needed for a roofing project are calculated in ____.

• square feet and inches
• metric equivelants
• linear feet and inches
• cubic feet and inches

When selecting a point to tie off your own body harness, you should always choose an anchorage point that is ____.

• low enough to allow you to drop to the ground from the end of your lanyard
• at least 20' above where you will be working
• directly below your working position
• capable of supporting at least 5,000 pounds

The minimum slope on which composition shingles may be used if a double-lap underlayment is applied is ____.

• 4 in 12
• 2 in 12
• 1 in 12
• 3 in 12

A portable brake is used ____.

• as part of the fall protection system
• to bend flashing materials
• for trimming slate and tile
• for controlling a material-handling hoist

To provide color, fire resistance, and ultralight protection, composition shingles are coated with ____.

• an epoxy layer
• asbestos fibers
• thermoplastic resin
• mineral granules

A yellow tag on a scaffold means that it ____.

• does not meet all safety standards
• may be used only in dry weather
• is safe for all uses
• may not be used

How many squares of shingles will you need to cover a gable roof that is 30' wide and 50' long on a 5/12 pitch? 

• 16.25
• 16.27
• 16.29
• 16.15

Metal roofing overlaps to ____.

• provide stability
• help protect from water entry
• make the roof look better
• give you a place to sit