Construct Solid Walling incorporating isolated piers

Why is it important to cover completed work at the end of the day?

• To protect from adverse weather conditions

• To make the completed job look presentable

• To adhere to legislation

• To ensure the site is safe

From which document would a site manager identify plot 32 on a building site?

• Variation order

• Method statement

• Risk assessment

• Site plan

During construction operations, what is the BEST way to protect solid walling and isolated piers from damage?

• Erect a suitable barrier

• Cover the work with polythene

• Place a sign near to completed work

• Tell the work force to be careful

How wide is a one brick thick wall?

• 102 mm

• 200 mm

• 215 mm

• 300 mm

Place these five steps in the correct order to complete a risk assessment.

• A - Review the risk assessment and update if necessary

  B - Identify the hazards

  C - Evaluate the risks and decide on precautions

  D - Decide who might be harmed and how

  
  

  E - Record the findings and implement them

• a. A, C, E, B, D.

• b. E, A, C, D, B.

• c. B, D, C, E, A

• d. B, C, E, D, A.

To avoid unnecessary cutting when setting out a solid wall on a concrete foundation, what action should be taken?

• Build the wall and have bigger cross joints

• Make sure you put the cut in the middle of the wall

• Measure the wall and dry bond before work commences

• Make sure the wall fits to either end of the foundation

Where is broken bond BEST placed when constructing a dwelling?

• Below the DPC

• At the quoin

• Under a door or window

• Next to a reveal

What decorative feature is MOST commonly placed underneath brick on edge?

• Over sailing course

• Plinth brick

• Soldier course

• Saddle back coping

A concrete lintel needs to be positioned above a doorway, what is the MINIMUM bearing that the concrete lintel needs to be positioned?

• 75 mm

• 125 mm

• 150 mm

• 175 mm

What is the total height of a wall built 20 courses high?

• 1125 mm

• 1200 mm

• 1350 mm

• 1500 mm