L1 Certificate In The Principles Of Window And Door Installation (Qcf) Unit 6
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L/505/3156: Knowledge of Fixings and methods used in the installation of Windows and Doors
- 1.What are the MAXIMUM and MINIMUM distances for fixings from the corner on PVC-u frames to comply with accepted Codes of Practice?
- A.
150mm to 250mm from the corners
- B.
250mm to 500mm from the corners
- C.
150mm to 500mm from the corners
- D.
As near to corner as possible
- 2.What are the MINIMUM distances fixings should penetrate into TIMBER and PLUGGED HOLES in Brick Block or Masonry?
- A.
10mm
- B.
50mm
- C.
25mm
- D.
75mm
- 3.What is the MAXIMUM distance between centres for intermediate fixings?
- A.
250mm
- B.
500mm
- C.
600mm
- D.
1000mm
- 4.What is meant by the term BLOCK AND FIX?
- A.
Wedge and Fix the frame into position using correct fixings and foam if required
- B.
Use timber blocks ONLY to fix the frame
- C.
Use screws only to fix the frame
- D.
Use fixing blocks and foam to fix the frame
- 5.The term DIRECT FIXING means?
- A.
A fixing directly through the frame
- B.
A fixing using brackets
- C.
A fixing using polyurethane foam only
- D.
Using a combination of nails and screws
- 6.What is the purpose of a THERMAL BREAK?
- A.
A material used between the inner and outer frames to prevent the temperature transfer through the frame and condensation on the inside frame
- B.
A flask to keep your drink hot or cold
- C.
A period of time where it is too hot to work
- D.
A process used to make the window water tight
- 7.What is the purpose of PERIMETER SEALANTS?
- A.
To cover up mistakes
- B.
To ensure the gap between the frame and the brickwork looks nice and neat
- C.
To give the trim something to stick to
- D.
To ensure a water tight seal both inside and outside
- 8.When is it acceptable to use polyurethane foam as the ONLY method of securing the frame to the reveal?
- A.
When there is no power to use your drill
- B.
Never
- C.
When you have ran out of fixings
- D.
If the window is too small to direct fix
- 9.Which of the following are THREE types of silicone that can be used for sealing?
- A.
Low Modulus Acetoxy
- B.
High Modulus Acetoxy
- C.
Low Modulus Neutral
- D.
Fixing Foam
- 10.
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What does the abbreviation DPC stand for?- A.
Damp Proof Course
- B.
Direct Preparation Course
- C.
Distribution Post Centre
- D.
Digital Photographic Camera
- 11.
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The photograph below shows which fixing method?- A.
Direct Fixing
- B.
In-Direct Fixing
- 12.Post window installation what method would you use to clean down the window frame?
- A.
Wash down using a hose pipe with cold water
- B.
Use a jet wash to clean down the frame
- C.
Wash down with detergent and warm water
- D.
Use a dry clean cloth
- 13.What is meant by the term toe and heel?
- A.
A way of protecting your feet on site
- B.
A method of distributing the weight of a glass unit or panel on an opening sash or door
- C.
A disease you may catch if you don't wear the correct footwear on site
- D.
A transporting method used to move glass around the site
- 14.The correct fixing distance from the corner of a frame is 600 mm?
- A.
True
- B.
False
- 15.Why is it important to keep drainage holes clear?
- A.
To allow the flow of air to come into the building
- B.
To stop the failure of double glazed units
- C.
To stop water leaking back into the house
- D.
So excess water can drain away out of the window system
- 16.
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The picture below shows the correct way to measure an aperture?- A.
True
- B.
False
- 17.Frames wider than 1200mm should be fixed at the head?
- A.
True
- B.
False
- 18.Prior to removing the old frame, what is the first thing you must do?
- A.
Put the kettle on
- B.
Read the newspaper
- C.
Check the aperture size against the new frame size
- D.
Dust sheet the property to protect the floor covering
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