Hand & Powertools
This cutting tool is commonly used in finish carpentry.
What is a Compound Miter saw?
Safety glasses, Safety toed boots or shoes, hard hat, gloves, masks, metatarsal guards are all considered to be part of this three letter acronym.
What is PPE?
This is the nominal dimension of the most common framing member.
What is a 2x4?
3’ above the roof line.
What is the distance a ladder needs to extend?
This is used to layout and measure horizontal lines.
What is a builder's level?
This is another name for the bottom plate of a wall.
What is a sill plate?
Mainly used for cutting sheet goods.
What is a table saw?
This is a major part of OSHA’s Hazardous Communications.
What are Safety Data Sheets?
This species of wood is used most in framing.
What is Pine?
These are used to make a platform across ladders.
What is a ladder jack?
This is the most common type of foundation used in building construction.
What is slab on grade?
Hand cut rafters have been taken over by these.
What are trusses?
This tool is used to make a surface flat and smooth. It comes in power and hand varieties.
What is a plane?
6 feet.
What is the height OSHA requires fall protection?
This species of wood is commonly used in tool handles.
What is Hickory?
These are used on scaffolding to keep items from falling.
What is a toe board?
This is the most important item for curing concrete.
What is water?
This is the most common distance between studs when framing.
What is 16” O.C.?
This powerful tool can be used to make decorative edges, dado’s, rabbits, and write a name or 3d designs.
What is a router?
This is the pressure most pneumatic tools operate at.
What is 80-100 psi?
This species of wood is known for it’s tight grain structure, durability and color. It is most commonly used in cabinetry and fine furniture.
What is Oak?
This is used to keep a load from twisting while it is being hoisted.
What is a tag line?
These measurements help find square on a building foundation.
What is 6’, 8’, 10’?
SIP is an acronym for.
What is structural insulated panel?
This versatile tool is used to measure, make lines, draw angles, can be used to find hip/valley cuts, find square, and be used as a saw guide.
What is a speed square?
The name and acronym for this particular type of outlet that is found in wet areas around the house.
What is GFCI, Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter?
This sheet good is made from big chips of wood that are laid out and glued together and then pressed and heated.
What is OSB Plywood?
This is the strongest configuration for a sling.
What is a basket?
Concrete is made up of these 4 ingredients.
What is cement, water, sand and course aggregate?
This is the rafter cut that sits on the top plate for the roof framing.
What is a birds mouth?