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BASIC BASIC BRICKLAYING BRICKLAYING

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INTRODUCTIONINTRODUCTION

Work completed on this package relates to all Work completed on this package relates to all Diploma and N.V.Q units.Diploma and N.V.Q units.

This power point presentation works on a series This power point presentation works on a series of questions for open discussion.of questions for open discussion.

You are You are advisedadvised to take notes throughout. to take notes throughout.

QUESTION 1QUESTION 1

WHY IS IT IMPORTANT TO KEEP THE WHY IS IT IMPORTANT TO KEEP THE WORK AREA TIDY?WORK AREA TIDY?


What is meant by Current Legislation and give a What is meant by Current Legislation and give a example ?example ?


Current Legislation is the LAW that all Current Legislation is the LAW that all employers and employees must adhere to now. employers and employees must adhere to now.

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Health & Safety at Work ActHealth & Safety at Work Act This act of parliament makes it a criminal This act of parliament makes it a criminal

offence not to comply with the duties it offence not to comply with the duties it imposes. imposes.

Failure to comply could lead to Failure to comply could lead to prosecution in the courts with heavy fines prosecution in the courts with heavy fines and/or imprisonment.and/or imprisonment.

Ignorance is no excuse.Ignorance is no excuse.


STATE THE BRITISH STANDARD SIZE STATE THE BRITISH STANDARD SIZE OF A BRICK?OF A BRICK?

NOMINAL SIZE IS ACTUAL SIZE PLUS A 10mm JOINTNOMINAL SIZE IS ACTUAL SIZE PLUS A 10mm JOINT


State the Dimensions of a Block.State the Dimensions of a Block.

THERE ARE MANY VARIATIONS OF BLOCKS EACH THERE ARE MANY VARIATIONS OF BLOCKS EACH HAVING A DIFFERENT USE.HAVING A DIFFERENT USE.

CELLULAR BLOCKS AND HOLLOW BLOCKSCELLULAR BLOCKS AND HOLLOW BLOCKS

FOUNDATION BLOCKS AND REVEAL BLOCKSFOUNDATION BLOCKS AND REVEAL BLOCKS


State the purpose of a gauge lath or gauge rod.State the purpose of a gauge lath or gauge rod.

So what is gauge?So what is gauge?

Gauge is the name given to the combined Gauge is the name given to the combined depth of a brick plus the bed joint.depth of a brick plus the bed joint.

If a 10mm joint is used with a 65mm brick If a 10mm joint is used with a 65mm brick the the gauge would be 65mm + 10mmm = 75mmgauge would be 65mm + 10mmm = 75mm..

This would give you the standard gauge of This would give you the standard gauge of four courses to 300mm.four courses to 300mm.

GAUGE RODSGAUGE RODS

TheThe gauge is maintained throughout the height gauge is maintained throughout the height of the wall by the use of a gauge rod or a tape of the wall by the use of a gauge rod or a tape measure.measure.

Accurate use of gauge will maintain the Level of Accurate use of gauge will maintain the Level of the wallthe wall

This is made from a length of timber This is made from a length of timber approximately 50mm x 25mm.approximately 50mm x 25mm.


What information would you expect to find on a What information would you expect to find on a story rod ?story rod ?

STOREY RODSSTOREY RODS are like gauge rods and are like gauge rods and contain other vital informationcontain other vital information such as cill such as cill heights, head heights of doors and windows etc.heights, head heights of doors and windows etc.

HOW TO MAKE A GAUGE LATHHOW TO MAKE A GAUGE LATH

When checking a corner for gauge, check the brick for When checking a corner for gauge, check the brick for gauge gauge BEFOREBEFORE plumbing and levelling because: plumbing and levelling because:

If the brick is low to gauge, plumbing and levelling If the brick is low to gauge, plumbing and levelling would be pointless, as the brick must be removed and would be pointless, as the brick must be removed and re-bedded.re-bedded.

If the gauge is checked first and found correct, then the If the gauge is checked first and found correct, then the corner brick can be levelled and plumbed and aligned corner brick can be levelled and plumbed and aligned without altering the gauge.without altering the gauge.

IMPORTANT !IMPORTANT !

REMEMBER AND NEVER DEVIATE REMEMBER AND NEVER DEVIATE FROM THIS ORDER:-FROM THIS ORDER:-

1.1. GUAGEGUAGE

2.2. LEVELLEVEL

3. PLUMB3. PLUMB


What is the dimension of 4 course of brick built What is the dimension of 4 course of brick built to gauge?to gauge?

REMEMBER !REMEMBER ! When doing calculation work always show your When doing calculation work always show your

working out.working out. Calculators should only be used to check your Calculators should only be used to check your

work.work.


Name 4 different types of cement .Name 4 different types of cement .


Ordinary Portland Cement (OPC)Ordinary Portland Cement (OPC) Sulphate Resisting CementSulphate Resisting Cement Masonry CementMasonry Cement Rapid Hardening CementRapid Hardening Cement Extra Rapid Hardening CementExtra Rapid Hardening Cement High Alumina CementHigh Alumina Cement

Question 9Question 9

What does workability of mortar mean and state What does workability of mortar mean and state the use of a plastersizer?the use of a plastersizer?


Workability means “ease of use”, when Workability means “ease of use”, when bricklaying you can have a harsh mortar making bricklaying you can have a harsh mortar making bricklaying more difficult, a plastersizer can be bricklaying more difficult, a plastersizer can be introduced to reduce this problem. introduced to reduce this problem.

PLASTERSIZERSPLASTERSIZERS Cement, sand and water often produce harsh mortars Cement, sand and water often produce harsh mortars

which are difficult to use. Their workability can be which are difficult to use. Their workability can be improved by adding lime or a proprietary plasticiser improved by adding lime or a proprietary plasticiser which traps small bubbles of air in the mortar reducing which traps small bubbles of air in the mortar reducing the surface tension of the mortar.the surface tension of the mortar.

Use only proprietary plasticisers as specified or Use only proprietary plasticisers as specified or permittedpermitted

Follow the manufacturers instructionsFollow the manufacturers instructions


Never use domestic detergents as they may contain Never use domestic detergents as they may contain harmful chemicals or cause an uncontrollable amount harmful chemicals or cause an uncontrollable amount of bubbles with can produce a weak mortar mix.of bubbles with can produce a weak mortar mix.


Why is it necessary to gauge mortar?Why is it necessary to gauge mortar?

To maintain colour and strength.To maintain colour and strength.

GAUGINGGAUGING

This the term used to describe measuring out This the term used to describe measuring out quantities of materials for the mortar mix.quantities of materials for the mortar mix.

Of all the operations carried out on a building Of all the operations carried out on a building site this is the one of the most abused. it is site this is the one of the most abused. it is common practice for the mixer to be loaded by common practice for the mixer to be loaded by the shovel full . In no way can the proportions the shovel full . In no way can the proportions be accurately gauged in this way as a shovelful of be accurately gauged in this way as a shovelful of damp sand will have a greater volume than dry damp sand will have a greater volume than dry cement.cement.

Can you guarantee the same amount on each Can you guarantee the same amount on each shovel each time?shovel each time?


Name 2 things that could be added to a mortar Name 2 things that could be added to a mortar mix to improve workability.mix to improve workability.


LimeLime Plastersizer (e.g FEB)Plastersizer (e.g FEB)


What is the total height of 12 courses of brick What is the total height of 12 courses of brick built to gauge?built to gauge?

Helpful hint : the height of the brick + the joint Helpful hint : the height of the brick + the joint sizesize


What is the total length of a wall built 10 bricks What is the total length of a wall built 10 bricks long?long?

If a wall is 5 bricks long it has 4 joints, if a wall If a wall is 5 bricks long it has 4 joints, if a wall has 6 bricks long it has 5 joints etc.has 6 bricks long it has 5 joints etc.

Remember to always show your working out Remember to always show your working out when doing calculation work.when doing calculation work.

B.S TEST FOR BRICKSB.S TEST FOR BRICKS


Describe the method of checking a spirit level Describe the method of checking a spirit level for accuracy (both level and plumb).for accuracy (both level and plumb).

QUESTIONQUESTION 1414

Checking level horizontally. Checking level horizontally. (LEVEL)(LEVEL) Set two screws into a firm bench top, the length Set two screws into a firm bench top, the length

of the level to be checked.of the level to be checked. Turn one of the screws until the bubble reads Turn one of the screws until the bubble reads

level.level. Reverse the level on the screws, if the bubble Reverse the level on the screws, if the bubble

reads level then the level is accurate.reads level then the level is accurate.


Checking for upright Checking for upright (PLUMB)(PLUMB) Set two screws into a vertical timber frame the Set two screws into a vertical timber frame the

length of the level.length of the level. Check the screws for upright with a plumb bob.Check the screws for upright with a plumb bob. Place the level on the screws. Place the level on the screws.


What is meant by the term “racking back”?What is meant by the term “racking back”?

BUILDING A QUOINBUILDING A QUOIN1) A right angle is set out using a builder’s square and mortar screed. The corner brick is then bedded to gauge.

2) The corner is then dry bonded and the end bricks bedded and levelled into the quoin brick.

3) The intermediate bricks are then bedded, levelled on top surface and aligned on the face of the bricks

4) This sequence should be followed throughout the corner with each course being set to gauge, levelled and

plumbed on both returns.

RACKING BACK A CORNERRACKING BACK A CORNER

The extreme ends of the returns should then be checked for alignment down the line of racked back courses.


Explain the terms cross joint and bed joint?Explain the terms cross joint and bed joint?


Why is it necessary to acquire the correct Why is it necessary to acquire the correct technique for rolling mortar?technique for rolling mortar?

The reasons for rolling mortar The reasons for rolling mortar are:-are:-

It increases the workability of the mortar.It increases the workability of the mortar. It reduces the risk of smudging the It reduces the risk of smudging the

faceworkfacework It increases output (number of bricks laid)It increases output (number of bricks laid) It helps to maintain a consistent joint It helps to maintain a consistent joint

thickness.thickness.


What is the correct method of applying a cross What is the correct method of applying a cross joint to a brick?joint to a brick?

Remember all joints must be full !Remember all joints must be full !

Take a small amount of mortar from the board Take a small amount of mortar from the board onto the trowel blade onto the trowel blade

Flex the wrist firmly to cause the mortar to Flex the wrist firmly to cause the mortar to spread across the trowel blade.spread across the trowel blade.

Pick up a brick as shown by your tutor. Hold the Pick up a brick as shown by your tutor. Hold the brick and the trowel in front of your body.brick and the trowel in front of your body.

Draw the trowel blade down across the full Draw the trowel blade down across the full width of the brick leaving a portion of the width of the brick leaving a portion of the mortar on the brick.mortar on the brick.

Lift the trowel again and draw the blade down Lift the trowel again and draw the blade down one edge of the brick. Again leaving a portion of one edge of the brick. Again leaving a portion of the mortar on the brickthe mortar on the brick

Repeat the process down the other edge of the Repeat the process down the other edge of the brick.brick.

The brick should now be buttered on three edges The brick should now be buttered on three edges of the brick with sufficient mortar so that when it of the brick with sufficient mortar so that when it is pushed against the next brick it fills the cross is pushed against the next brick it fills the cross joint.joint.

Remember all joints must be full !Remember all joints must be full !


You should always try to put a brick down with You should always try to put a brick down with hand pressure alone, if you have to “tap” the hand pressure alone, if you have to “tap” the brick why should this be done in the middle?brick why should this be done in the middle?


This is to prevent lips and steps in the wall. This is to prevent lips and steps in the wall. (strange shadows can appear on the face of the (strange shadows can appear on the face of the wall especially with artificial light and sunlight)wall especially with artificial light and sunlight)

REMEMBER “REMEMBER “EDGE TO EDGE”EDGE TO EDGE”


When using a “scutch” what should always be When using a “scutch” what should always be worn for safety?worn for safety?

Comb or Scutch HammerComb or Scutch Hammer

Used to trim bricks after they have been cut Used to trim bricks after they have been cut with a bolster. The combs are renewable.with a bolster. The combs are renewable.

Goggles should be worn when using any cutting tools


State the purpose of a “queen closer”?State the purpose of a “queen closer”?

NAMES OF CUT BRICKSNAMES OF CUT BRICKS


Explain the difference between a header and a Explain the difference between a header and a stretcherstretcher


What is meant by half bond?What is meant by half bond?


Explain the difference between common, facing Explain the difference between common, facing and engineering bricks and give an example and engineering bricks and give an example where each could be used?where each could be used?

Types of bricks:-Types of bricks:- Bricks can be manufactured in a range of Bricks can be manufactured in a range of

materials, which include clay, sand lime materials, which include clay, sand lime (Calcium Carbonate) and concrete. Each (Calcium Carbonate) and concrete. Each one has its own uses and characteristics one has its own uses and characteristics but can all be classified under the but can all be classified under the following headings:-following headings:-

Common BricksCommon Bricks

have no particular finish on any surface and are have no particular finish on any surface and are generally intended for use on internal work or generally intended for use on internal work or any work which will not be seen or where the any work which will not be seen or where the appearance is not important.appearance is not important.

Facing BricksFacing Bricks

have a finished surface wither sanded, smooth, have a finished surface wither sanded, smooth, textured or rusticated.textured or rusticated.

They may be uniform in colour or multicoloured They may be uniform in colour or multicoloured and vary in density.and vary in density.

Used for facing buildings and provide a durable Used for facing buildings and provide a durable attractive finish.attractive finish.

Engineering BrickEngineering Brick are very dense and durable. They are used for are very dense and durable. They are used for

building inspection chamber, walls and piers that building inspection chamber, walls and piers that are exposed or are to carry heavy loads such as are exposed or are to carry heavy loads such as bridges etc.bridges etc.

RefractoryRefractory used in situations where they are to be exposed used in situations where they are to be exposed

to very high temperaturesto very high temperatures

Wirecut Facing BricksWirecut Facing Bricks are made by extrusion are made by extrusion of a continuous column of clay that is cut by of a continuous column of clay that is cut by wire. They are suitable for almost every type of wire. They are suitable for almost every type of application and are available in a wide range of application and are available in a wide range of textures and colours.textures and colours.

Pressed BricksPressed Bricks are pressed under considerable are pressed under considerable pressure creating a solid brick with very precise pressure creating a solid brick with very precise size tolerances and distinctive face texture.size tolerances and distinctive face texture.

Handmade BricksHandmade Bricks are literally made by hand are literally made by hand by skilled craftsperson’s throwingby skilled craftsperson’s throwing clay into clay into moulds. Each brick is uniquemoulds. Each brick is unique and they have a and they have a pleasing and distinctive appearance with a pleasing and distinctive appearance with a creased facing.creased facing.

Concrete, Sand Lime BricksConcrete, Sand Lime Bricks are manufactured are manufactured from concrete and sand and lime. They are from concrete and sand and lime. They are produced in a wide range of colours and produced in a wide range of colours and textures. Unlike clay bricks sand lime is pressed textures. Unlike clay bricks sand lime is pressed moulded then placed into a steam autoclave moulded then placed into a steam autoclave under pressure for approximately 8 hours. under pressure for approximately 8 hours.

Brick SpecialsBrick Specials are manufactured to special are manufactured to special shapes, which enable the bricklayer to build shapes, which enable the bricklayer to build angled corners at 450, or 600 reduce the angled corners at 450, or 600 reduce the thickness of a wall and still maintain the face thickness of a wall and still maintain the face texture of the wall or remove the sharp corners texture of the wall or remove the sharp corners from a brick wall or pier.from a brick wall or pier.

How its Made BricksHow its Made Bricks

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Why is it important to position materials when Why is it important to position materials when laying bricks?laying bricks?


EFFICIENCY TO MAXIMISE EFFICIENCY TO MAXIMISE PRODUCTIONPRODUCTION

HEALTH AND SAFETYHEALTH AND SAFETY

MAINTAIN A PROFESSIONAL IMAGEMAINTAIN A PROFESSIONAL IMAGE

TYPICAL SETTING OUT SHOWING TYPICAL SETTING OUT SHOWING POSITIONS OF MATERIALSPOSITIONS OF MATERIALS

When stacking bricks for a particular job, you When stacking bricks for a particular job, you must consider the following:must consider the following:

Never stack materials near doorways, access Never stack materials near doorways, access points or fire pointspoints or fire points

Always stack on a level baseAlways stack on a level base

Stacks should never be higher than 3x the base Stacks should never be higher than 3x the base widthwidth

When stacking bricks for a particular job, you When stacking bricks for a particular job, you must consider the following:must consider the following:

Do not stack materials to close the edge of an Do not stack materials to close the edge of an open trench because:open trench because:

The materials may fall into the trenchThe materials may fall into the trench

The materials may apply extra pressure onto the The materials may apply extra pressure onto the sides of the trench and could cause it to collapse.sides of the trench and could cause it to collapse.


What is the total length of a wall built 21 bricks What is the total length of a wall built 21 bricks long?long?

21 x length of brick + how many joints?21 x length of brick + how many joints?


When building a wall to profiles, why is it When building a wall to profiles, why is it important to frequently check that they haven’t important to frequently check that they haven’t been moved?been moved?

PLUMB PLUMB


What is meant by face plane when marking a What is meant by face plane when marking a model?model?


Face plane is checking the alignment of the wall. Face plane is checking the alignment of the wall. This is done by placing a straight edge across This is done by placing a straight edge across both diagonals of the wall making sure that there both diagonals of the wall making sure that there are no gaps between the straight edge and wall are no gaps between the straight edge and wall (Level 2 industrial standards + or – 5mm).(Level 2 industrial standards + or – 5mm).


Laying a standard size block is equivalent to Laying a standard size block is equivalent to laying how many bricks?laying how many bricks?


What is the total length of a wall built 9 blocks What is the total length of a wall built 9 blocks long?long?

Can you remember the size of a block plus a Can you remember the size of a block plus a joint?joint?


Explain the use of a lintel and name the Explain the use of a lintel and name the materials that can be used for a lintel?materials that can be used for a lintel?

““STRONG IN COMPRESSION STRONG IN COMPRESSION WEAK IN TENSIONWEAK IN TENSION””

Make sure the lintel is the correct Make sure the lintel is the correct way up!way up!

TRAY D.P.CTRAY D.P.C


Explain when a Damp Proof Course (D.P.C) is Explain when a Damp Proof Course (D.P.C) is used.used.


The horizontal DPC must be built in 150mm above the finished ground level.This is to prevent the surrounding ground building up and allowing the ground moisture bypassing the DPC.

Bedding Flexible D.P.C’sBedding Flexible D.P.C’s

Care must be taken to ensure flexible DPC do Care must be taken to ensure flexible DPC do not get damaged during the building in processnot get damaged during the building in process and when the pressure of the wall is placed upon and when the pressure of the wall is placed upon them.them.

The DPC should be sandwiched between two The DPC should be sandwiched between two thin mortar beds.thin mortar beds.

All frogs and perforations must be filled with All frogs and perforations must be filled with mortar.mortar.

Make sure that there is no stones in the mortar Make sure that there is no stones in the mortar as it will puncture the DPC when the pressure of as it will puncture the DPC when the pressure of the wall is applied.the wall is applied.

Lapping D.P.CLapping D.P.C

LAPPING DPCsLAPPING DPCs

DPC should be lapped a minimum of 100mm or DPC should be lapped a minimum of 100mm or the width of the DPC.the width of the DPC.

e.g If using 150mm DPC then a lap of 150mm is e.g If using 150mm DPC then a lap of 150mm is required.required.

Types of D.P.CTypes of D.P.C

FLEXIBLEFLEXIBLE Flexible DPCs come in various widths to suit wall dimensions.Flexible DPCs come in various widths to suit wall dimensions. They are produced from a range or materials which include: They are produced from a range or materials which include: BitumenBitumen may be reinforced with Hessian or fibre may be reinforced with Hessian or fibre Bitumen Bitumen with a thin lead foil sandwiched within itwith a thin lead foil sandwiched within it Pitch PolymerPitch Polymer a thin tough material designed to withstand the a thin tough material designed to withstand the

pressure of brickworkpressure of brickwork Black PolytheneBlack Polythene thin strong material thin strong material Sheet lead and copperSheet lead and copper although still available they are not often although still available they are not often

used.used.

Types of D.P.CTypes of D.P.C

RIGID DPCRIGID DPC Engineering BricksEngineering Bricks two courses of Class ‘A’ two courses of Class ‘A’

engineering bricks engineering bricks beddedbedded in 1:3 cement moin 1:3 cement mortar. rtar. Used mainly on boundary walls.Used mainly on boundary walls.

SlateSlate two courses of top quality slate bonded two courses of top quality slate bonded and and bedded I 1:3 cementbedded I 1:3 cement mortarmortar. Not often specified . Not often specified due to high cost.due to high cost.


Why should cross joints be kept plumb?Why should cross joints be kept plumb?


Maintaining PerpendsOnce the corners have been built, then the bricklayers need to run in the wall between the corners. Care must be taken to ensure that the Perpends are kept in line with the lower courses. If the bricklayer does not keep the Perpends plumb then it will affect the appearance of the wall and also there will be a loss of the bond.

DON’T BLAME THE BRICKS!DON’T BLAME THE BRICKS!

Perpends should be checked constantly, starting Perpends should be checked constantly, starting at the corners if it is allowed to wander at this at the corners if it is allowed to wander at this point then it will be impossible to put it right in point then it will be impossible to put it right in the middle of the wall.the middle of the wall.

The bricklayer should stand back occasionally The bricklayer should stand back occasionally from the wall and look at what s/he has done from the wall and look at what s/he has done and consider the quality of work.and consider the quality of work.


Explain the use of a plugging chisel.Explain the use of a plugging chisel.

Plugging / Seaming ChiselPlugging / Seaming Chisel


Plugging chisels are used to cut hard mortar joints from existing brickwork to allow them to be repointed.


Draw a tingle plate and state when it would be Draw a tingle plate and state when it would be used.used.

TINGLE PLATETINGLE PLATE

Tingle plateTingle plate This is used to support the centre of a line on This is used to support the centre of a line on

long lengths of walling to help remove any long lengths of walling to help remove any sagging or swaying in windy conditions.sagging or swaying in windy conditions.


Why should a wall be jointed as work proceeds Why should a wall be jointed as work proceeds (a.w.p)?(a.w.p)?


Jointing brickwork provides a pleasing Jointing brickwork provides a pleasing appearance and makes the wall more rain appearance and makes the wall more rain resistant.resistant.

When bricklaying, timing is important, different When bricklaying, timing is important, different types of bricks and weather conditions will have types of bricks and weather conditions will have an effect and determine when to an effect and determine when to jointjoint (not (not point) the wall.point) the wall.


State the purpose of the “Building Regulations”State the purpose of the “Building Regulations”

QUESTION 37QUESTION 37 They exist to ensure the health and safety of They exist to ensure the health and safety of

people in and around all types of buildings (i.e. people in and around all types of buildings (i.e. domestic, commercial and industrial). domestic, commercial and industrial).

They also provide for energy conservation, and They also provide for energy conservation, and access to and use of buildings.access to and use of buildings.

Anyone wanting to carry out building work Anyone wanting to carry out building work which is subject to the Building Regulations is which is subject to the Building Regulations is required by law to make sure it complies with required by law to make sure it complies with the regulationsthe regulations


Why are wall ties used in cavity walls?Why are wall ties used in cavity walls?

Fundamentally for strength. ( a solid wall is Fundamentally for strength. ( a solid wall is stronger than a cavity wall)stronger than a cavity wall)

Take care when placing wall ties it is VERY Take care when placing wall ties it is VERY IMPORTANTIMPORTANT


State the purpose and minimum size of a cavity.State the purpose and minimum size of a cavity.


50mm50mm To prevent the passage of damp.To prevent the passage of damp.


To the Building Regulations, what is the spacing To the Building Regulations, what is the spacing of wall ties for cavity walls for:-of wall ties for cavity walls for:-

a) 50mm to 75mma) 50mm to 75mm b) 75mm to 100mmb) 75mm to 100mm


Why must a cavity be kept clear of mortar Why must a cavity be kept clear of mortar droppings?droppings?


Why must “snots” be removed from the back of Why must “snots” be removed from the back of a wall?a wall?


State 2 materials suitable for insulation in a State 2 materials suitable for insulation in a cavity wallcavity wall


RockwoolRockwool PolystyrenePolystyrene foamfoam


Who will check that building works conform to Who will check that building works conform to the Building Regulations?the Building Regulations?


A building control officer (building inspector)A building control officer (building inspector) NHBC inspector (you may know him as the 10 NHBC inspector (you may know him as the 10

year man)year man)


What is a risk assessment and who would What is a risk assessment and who would complete it?complete it?


Risk Assessment is a simple concept that sounds Risk Assessment is a simple concept that sounds complicated. We all assess risks on a day to day complicated. We all assess risks on a day to day basisbasis

A risk assessment is simply a careful A risk assessment is simply a careful examination of what, in your work, could cause examination of what, in your work, could cause harm to people, so that you can weigh up harm to people, so that you can weigh up whether you have taken enough precautions or whether you have taken enough precautions or should do more to prevent harm. should do more to prevent harm.


Risk Assessment is a simple concept that sounds Risk Assessment is a simple concept that sounds complicated. We all assess risks on a day to day complicated. We all assess risks on a day to day basis e.g every time we cross the road we assess:-basis e.g every time we cross the road we assess:-

The speed and proximity of trafficThe speed and proximity of traffic The gap between trafficThe gap between traffic The width of the roadThe width of the road Our physical ability to cross the road in the Our physical ability to cross the road in the

given time.given time.


If the risk is too great then we will control by If the risk is too great then we will control by using a pedestrian crossing.using a pedestrian crossing.

Before starting a risk assessment you must Before starting a risk assessment you must understandunderstand

HAZARD means anything that can cause harmHAZARD means anything that can cause harm RISK the chance that someone will be harmed RISK the chance that someone will be harmed

by the hazard.by the hazard.


What is a Method Statement?What is a Method Statement?


A Work Method Statement describes the job to A Work Method Statement describes the job to be completed, outlines the steps involved, the be completed, outlines the steps involved, the hazards identified and the controls to be hazards identified and the controls to be implemented to ensure the work is completed implemented to ensure the work is completed efficiently and safely.efficiently and safely.

Work Method Statement is completed by the Work Method Statement is completed by the contractor company as it is expected that the contractor company as it is expected that the contractor is experienced in the work and the contractor is experienced in the work and the hazards associated with it.hazards associated with it.


What information would be kept in a Site Diary?What information would be kept in a Site Diary?


What is a Schedule used for?What is a Schedule used for?


What is Banding of Brickwork and how can it be What is Banding of Brickwork and how can it be prevented ?prevented ?

TYPICAL SETTING OUT SHOWING POSITIONS OF TYPICAL SETTING OUT SHOWING POSITIONS OF MATERIALS AND PREVENTING BANDING OF MATERIALS AND PREVENTING BANDING OF BRICKWORKBRICKWORK

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