MEMORANDUM

QUESTION 1: SAFETY AND MATERIALS (GENERIC)
1.1
1.1.1 2 (1)
1.1.2 228 mm (1)
1.1.3 900 mm (1)
1.1.4 150 mm (1)
1.1.5 Non-slippery layer (1)
1.2 Similar answer:

• Prevents horizontal movement between the platform and structure (1)

1.3 Identify THREE of the following requirements that are applicable to the supplier of hazardous chemical substances:
1.3.1 First-aid measures must be indicated
1.3.4 Fire-fighting measures must be indicated
1.3.6 Storage instructions must be indicated (3 x 1) (3)
1.4 Minimum = 30⁰ (1) and maximum = 50⁰ (1) (2)
1.5 Similar answer:

• Aluminium conducts electricity (1) and workers who use a ladder could be shocked (1) (2)

1.6 Describe the difference between the surface finish of a water-based paint and an oil-based paint:

• Water-based – provide an elastic, flexible finish (1) Oil-based – provide a hard, durable finish (1) (2)

1.7 Any THREE advantages of the curing of concrete:

• Increases strength
• Decreases permeability
• Improves durability
• Reduces cracks
• Makes concrete more watertight
• Provides volume stability
• Concrete can carry more weight (3 x 1) (3)

1.8 Briefly describe the powder coating process:

• Plastic finish in powder form (1) is applied through a compressed air spray-gun (1) (2)

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QUESTION 2: GRAPHICS, JOINING AND EQUIPMENT (GENERIC)
2.1 Answer the following questions with regard to the site plan on ANSWER SHEET A:
2.1.1 See ANSWER SHEET A (10)
2.1.2 See ANSWER SHEET A (6)
2.2
2.2.1 Undisturbed earth  (2)
2.2.2 Plaster (2)
2.2.3 Ramp with a slope of 1 : 5 1:5 (2)
2.2.4 Electrical meter W (2)
2.2.5 Sink unit – double (2)
2.3
2.3.1 Unfinished wood (1)
2.3.2 Two-way switch (1)
2.4 When driven into place (1) it cannot be turned (1) (2)
2.5 Prevents backing off OR it acts as a lock nut (1)
2.6 18 mm (1)
2.7
2.7.1 1,35 m (1)
2.7.2 1,412 – 1,285 = 0,127 x 100 = 12,7m (0,1m leeway allowed) (3)
2.7.3 Minimum = 30 m (1) and maximum = 200 m (1) (2)
2.8 It can affect the measuring function of the tool. (1)
2.9 Batteries must be removed. (1)
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TOTAL SECTION A: 60

QUESTION 3: CASEMENTS, CUPBOARDS, WALL-PANELLING AND QUANTITIES (SPECIFIC)
3.1 3.1.1 16 mm (1)
3.1.2 Stuck mould (1)
3.1.3 Rebate (1)
3.2
3.2.1 Drip groove (1)
3.2.2 Transom

• Bottom rail of fanlight 60 mm x 44 mm Putty
• Ovol moulding
• Windowpane/glass (3 x 1) (3)

3.2.3 Enhances the appearance and can open separately to allow ventilation (1)
3.3 ANSWER SHEET B (5)
3.4
3.4.1

• Top shelf/storage space
• Hanging space
• Shelving
• Drawer unit (4)

3.4.2

• Melamine is waterproof
• Easy to clean
• Durable
• Smooth finish
• Improves appearance (Any 1) (1)

3.4.3

• E = Front rail G = Side of cabinet
• F = Handrail H = Kick plate (4)

3.5 Fanlight (1)
3.6
3.6.1

• A = Cornice
• B = Horizontal rough grounds
• C = Quadrant mould (3)

3.6.2

• Provide storage space
• Improves/enhances the aesthetic appeal of the room
• Looks expensive (2)

3.7 A casement window can be defined as a window assembly that has at least one casement or vertically hinged sash (frame that holds the glass) (2)
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QUESTION 4: ROOFS, CEILINGS, TOOLS AND EQUIPMENT, AND MATERIALS (SPECIFIC)
4.1
4.1.1 A = Router B = Radial arm saw (2)
4.1.2

• Lubricate and adjust according to the manufacturer’s instructions
• Clean the saw after use
• Repair or replace damaged electrical cords
• Use machinery only for the intended purpose
• Keep ventilation holes open and clean (2)

4.1.3

• Always wear safety goggles
• Use both hands to operate the machine
• Stand firmly and comfortably
• Wear a dusk mask when using the router
• The workpiece must be gripped firmly before starting the moulding (2)

4.2

• Gypsum ceiling board
• Cover strips
• Trapdoor panel
• Tie beam (2)

4.3

• Sand the wood with different grades of sandpaper
• Sand until it is smooth and free from scratches
• Remove all dust (3)

4.4 Hurricane clips:

• Securing purlins to rafter (roof truss)
• Securing trusses to wall plates
• Ideally used at eaves overhangs
• Where trusses cross each other or where truss members cross each other or meet at 90°
• To fix opposite faces of roof members
  Storm clips: Securing roof tiles to the battens (2)

4.5

• Strength
• Density (2)

4.6

• King post positioned in the middle of the roof truss
• Brandering is nailed to the tie beam and to existing brandering
• Roof sheeting to cover the roof (3)

4.7

• Always wear safety goggles
• Wear a dusk mask when using the belt sander
• Inspect the power cord regularly for damage
• Avoid carrying the machine by the cord (2)

4.8
4.8.1

• A. Tie beam
• B. Brandering
• C. Brandering
• D. Trapdoor
• E. Ceiling board (5)

4.8.2 Cover strips keep the panels in place (2)
4.8.3

Sectional view showing a metal T-strip (3)
4.9
4.9.1

• A. Hipped end
• B. Purlin
• C. Ridge
• D. Valley rafter
• E. Overhang
• F. Gable end (6)

4.9.2 75 mm x 50 mm (2)
4.10

• Must be able to withstand natural elements like rain, wind and corrosion
• Must look expensive and must be able to improve the appearance of the building
• Must be able to withstand fire
• To insulate against heat and cold    (2)

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QUESTION 5: CENTRING, FORMWORK,SHORING AND GRAPHICS AS MEANS OF COMMUNICATION (SPECIFIC)
5.1

• Plastic
• Metal sheeting
• Hardboard
• Fibreglass (1)

5.2 ANSWER SHEET C (6)
5.3
5.3.1 Double flying shore: used to provide temporary support to two parallel walls that are located between 9 metres and 15 metres apart where one or both walls show signs of failure (1)
5.3.2 Dead shore:

• Support structures
• Carry the dead weight of the structure above them, for example walls and floors
• New openings for existing walls and doors underpinning, is needed during restoration of the wall (1)

5.4
5.4.1 Steel dogs: nails used to secure the joint between prop and needle (1)
5.4.1 Sole plate: made of timber to spread the weight transferred by the props over a wider area (1)
5.4.3 Props or struts: placed vertically on top of each other on the different floors to strengthen or brace the floors and ceilings (1)
5.5
5.5.1

• A – Concrete/floor slab
• B – Brace/strut
• C – Prop
• D – Sole plate (4)

5.5.2

• To support the formwork
• Keep the different formwork components sturdy and fixed
• Facilitate the raising or lowering of the formwork to the required height
• For levelling the formwork
• Ease the striking of formwork after the concrete has cured (4)

5.6

(6)
5.7
5.7.1

• To lower
• To raise the centre (2)

5.7.2

• Table saw
• Bandsaw
• Jigsaw
• Portable circular saw
• Circular saw (Any 2) (2)

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QUESTION 6: SUSPENDED FLOORS, STAIRCASES, IRONMONGERY, DOORS AND JOINING (SPECIFIC)
6.1

• A. Place to rest
• B. For safety reasons in case of an accident
• C. Change of direction (2)

6.2 

(5)
6.3

• On a cupboard door
• On a drawer (2)

6.4 Night latch (1)
6.5

Correctness

(6)
6.6 The opening allows for shrinkage and expansion of wood (1)
6.7
6.7.1 A: Brace B: Tongue and groove panels C: Stile (3)
6.7.2 To prevent sagging (1)
6.7.3 Gives a neater appearance at the outside of the frame members (1)
6.8

6.9
6.9.1

• A = 220mm wall
• E = Floor joist
• B = 12 mm plaster F = Wall plate/bearers
• C = Skirting G = Damp-proof course (DPC)
• D = Floorboard H = Foundation (8)

6.9.2 To cover the gaps between the flooring and the wall (1)
6.9.3

• Span of the floor
• The centre-to-spacing between the floor joist; and
• The grade of timber of the floor (3)

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TOTAL: 200

ANSWER SHEET A
2.1 Answer the following questions with regard to the site plan on ANSWER SHEET A:
2.1.1 Any TEN particulars that are not shown according to the checklist:

• Plot no. 31 is not shown
• Plot depth measurement is not shown
• Street name is not shown
• Branch sewage at S is not shown
• Connecting manhole (1,5 m inside plot boundary) is not shown
• Measurements of southern building boundary are not shown
• Structure measurements are not shown
• RE (rodding eye) symbol is not shown
• IE symbols are not shown
• VP and symbol are not shown at WC
• Entrance to plot is not shown
• No datum level is shown (10)

2.1.2 Identify SIX particulars that are shown incorrectly on the site plan:

• Construction is over the building boundary on the west side
• North arrow must be right-hand side, at the bottom of the page
• Scale is shown incorrectly
• Corner of branch sewage at WB incorrect
• RE and symbol missing at the change of direction in sewage line
• House depth measurements are not shown (6)

ANSWER SHEET B
QUESTION 3.3

ANSWER SHEET C
QUESTION 5.2