12932 - Construct timber garden furniture and items of basic construction equipment

12932 - Construct timber garden furniture and items of basic construction equipment - Worksheet

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Why is it important to study the plans carefully before you start a construction project?
1. So you can prepare a cutting list for timber and work out what other materials you need.
2. So you can estimate the amount of time you will need.
3. So you will know which tools you will need.
4. So you pick up any inconsistencies with the job specifications
5. All of the options
6. None of the options
. What is the purpose of a cutting list?
1. To make sure you have enough of the correct materials.
2. To plan any cuts well so you don’t waste materials.
3. To check against the plans and the delivery docket.
4. So that work processes can be efficiently planned
5. All of the options
6. none of the options
Why is it important to produce a good surface finish to the completed project?
1. Using the correct techniques and materials means the end product will look good, work well and stand up to the conditions it’s used in.
2. So you an charge the customer more.
3. It is not really very important as long as it looks something like the picture.
4. It will cover up any mistakes you have made.
What do you need to consider when you’re setting out and cutting components?
1. They need to be accurate with any rough edges smoothed so they fit together well.
2. Close enough is good enough.
3. Make sure that no one notices any mistakes.
4. It doesn't matter as long as you know you tried hard.
What personal protective equipment should you wear when using portable electric tools?
1. Glasses, goggles, face shield
2. Earmuffs, ear plugs
3. Dust mask
4. Gas mask
5. Body armour
6. Hard hat
Where could you find information on the safe use of hand or power tools?
1. The manufacturer’s instructions
2. From an expert you trust.
3. The manufacturer’s website
4. All of the options
5. None of the options
What protection of fixings is required for outdoor furniture construction?
1. Galvanised nails and bolts
2. Brass nails and bolts
3. Stainless steel nails and bolts
4. All of the options
5. None of the options
Why do we choose certain types of metal and coatings for the fixings on outdoor furniture?
1. Because of their resistance to rust and corrosion.
2. Because they are not water soluble.
3. Because they resist strong sunlight.
4. It is written into the building code.
What processes should be used to finish the surface of outdoor furniture components?
1. Sand all rough edges and apply waterproof stain, paint or varnish.
2. Just put it together. The timber is fine as it is.
3. The finish is not important. it is the amount of work that went into the product that matters.
4. Use the cheapest materials possible. it is going to be outside anyway.
What steps have to be taken before storing tools and equipment after use?
1. Clean, sharpen, lightly oil and store them correctly.
2. Leave them where they are. Someone will clean them up.
3. Put them anywhere you like, as long as they can not be seen from the window.
4. Once the tools have been used it is no longer important to take care of them.