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2001 H I G H E R S C H O O L C E R T I F I C AT E E X A M I N AT I O N Construction Total marks 80 Section I General Instructions Reading time 5 minutes Working time 2 hours Write using black or blue pen Board-approved calculators may be used Write your Centre Number and Student Number at the top of pages 9, 11, 15 and 25 Pages 2 7 15 marks Attempt Questions 1 15 Allow about 15 minutes for this section Section II Pages 9 16 35 marks Attempt Questions 16 25 Allow about 45 minutes for this section Section III Pages 17 26 30 marks Attempt TWO questions from Questions 26 28 Allow about 1 hour for this section 333 Section I 15 marks Attempt Questions 1 15 Allow about 15 minutes for this section Use the multiple-choice answer sheet. Select the alternative A, B, C or D that best answers the question. Fill in the response oval completely. Sample: 2+4= (A) 2 A (B) 6 (C) 8 B C (D) 9 D If you think you have made a mistake, put a cross through the incorrect answer and fill in the new answer. A B C D If you change your mind and have crossed out what you consider to be the correct answer, then indicate the correct answer by writing the word correct and drawing an arrow as follows. correct A B C 2 D 1 Which of the following is NOT usual practice on a construction site at the completion of a day s activities? (A) Lock up sheds and site, clear site of debris. (B) Roll up all power leads, turn off power and water. (C) Return unwanted material to supplier, clean all power tools. (D) Clean tools and equipment, put barricades in place where necessary. 2 What does the abbreviation AS that appears on plans, specifications and products stand for? (A) Australian Systems (B) Australian Standard (C) Australian Services (D) Australian Specifications 3 What would be an appropriate scale for a site plan of a cottage on a suburban block? (A) 1 : 50 (B) 1 : 500 (C) 1 : 1000 (D) 1 : 2000 3 4 Which of the levelling devices is the most accurate for the transfer of level over 15 metres? (A) (B) (C) (D) Existing peg Diagrams not to scale 5 A slump test may be required on a concrete mix. Which of the following does a slump test measure? (A) Concrete strength (B) Water cement ratio (C) Weight of wet concrete (D) Workability of the mix 4 6 What is the most appropriate method of determining whether a power tool is safe for use? (A) Check the tagging. (B) Check with the foreman. (C) Check the power tool logbook. (D) Check the manufacturer s compliance plate. 7 Which would be the correct order if 5 lengths of 75 50 3100 general construction pine are needed? (A) 75 50 (B) 75 50 F8 PINE 5/3.1 (C) 50 75 F5 PINE 5/3.3 (D) 50 75 8 F5 PINE 5/3.3 F8 PINE 5/3.1 What would the following symbol on a drawing indicate? A (A) North (B) Reduced level (C) Sectional plane (D) Water flow direction 9 Which tool is best suited for squaring a trench in undisturbed ground? (A) Bar (B) Mattock (C) Pick (D) Square-mouth shovel 5 10 At a building site, excavation is in progress. Jackhammers, rock breakers and dump trucks are in constant use. Which of the following site signage would be used? (1) (2) (3) (4) (5) (6) (A) 1, 2, 4, 5 (B) 1, 3, 4, 6 (C) 2, 3, 5, 6 (D) 2, 4, 5, 6 11 Which of the following would NOT usually be found in a switchboard box on a builder s temporary power pole? (A) Earth leakage device (B) GPO (C) Main switch (D) Surge protector 6 12 When a work area on a concrete surface is being cleaned, which of the following is the most suitable way of suppressing dust? (A) Air the area thoroughly. (B) Apply a light spray of water. (C) Hose the surface thoroughly. (D) Use an industrial vacuum cleaner. 13 On large construction sites, who is responsible for providing the tradesperson with personal protective equipment (PPE)? (A) Employer (B) Supervisor (C) Union representative (D) WorkCover representative 14 What units are used to measure the capacity of portable electric generators? (A) Amps (A) (B) Kilonewtons (kN) (C) Kilovolt-amps (kVA) (D) Volts (V) 15 How much concrete would need to be ordered for a concrete path 41 metres long with a width of 900 millimetres and thickness of 100 millimetres, allowing an extra 7.5% for wastage? (A) 3.4 m3 (B) 3.7 m3 (C) 3.8 m3 (D) 4.0 m3 7 BLANK PAGE 8 Board of Studies NSW 2001 200 1 HIGHER SCHOOL CERTIFIC ATE EXAMINATION Construction Centre Number Section II Student Number 35 marks Attempt Questions 16 25 Allow about 45 minutes for this section Answer the questions in the spaces provided. Marks Question 16 (2 marks) Symbols and abbreviations appear on plan and elevation drawings. Complete the table by writing the meaning of each symbol. Symbol 2 Meaning Question 17 (3 marks) Give ONE major advantage for each of the following methods of communication used on a building site. Signage ................................................................................................................... ................................................................................................................... Site Meeting ................................................................................................................... ................................................................................................................... Drawing ................................................................................................................... ................................................................................................................... 334 9 3 Marks Question 18 (2 marks) 2 Complete the diagram by labelling the parts shown by the arrows. ..................................... ............................ ..................................... .......................................................................... Question 19 (3 marks) List THREE factors that can affect the accuracy of a water level. ......................................................................................................................................... ......................................................................................................................................... ......................................................................................................................................... 10 Board of Studies NSW 2001 3 200 1 HIGHER SCHOOL CERTIFIC ATE EXAMINATION Construction Centre Number Section II (continued) Student Number Marks Question 20 (2 marks) List TWO types of portable fire extinguisher and the type of fire each is used to extinguish. Extinguisher 2 Type of fire Question 21 (2 marks) Describe how to manually lift a load safely. 2 ......................................................................................................................................... ......................................................................................................................................... ......................................................................................................................................... ......................................................................................................................................... ......................................................................................................................................... ......................................................................................................................................... 335 11 Marks Question 22 (7 marks) The diagram indicates contours and an excavation for a concrete slab on a building site. 61 58 60 59 B 57 56 55 A SCALE 1 : 100 (a) Estimate the fall between B and A. 1 ............................................................................................................................... (b) 2 Calculate the area of the slab shown. ............................................................................................................................... ............................................................................................................................... Question 22 continues on page 13 12 Marks Question 22 (continued) (c) If the excavation is from contour 57, calculate the approximate volume of the excavated material. Show all working. ............................................................................................................................... ............................................................................................................................... ............................................................................................................................... ............................................................................................................................... ............................................................................................................................... ............................................................................................................................... ............................................................................................................................... ............................................................................................................................... End of Question 22 13 4 BLANK PAGE 14 Board of Studies NSW 2001 200 1 HIGHER SCHOOL CERTIFIC ATE EXAMINATION Construction Centre Number Section II (continued) Student Number Marks Question 23 (4 marks) A builder is to remove an amount of less than 200 m2 of existing asbestos cement (A/C) sheeting. (a) What items of personal protective equipment (PPE) would be required? 2 ............................................................................................................................... ............................................................................................................................... ............................................................................................................................... ............................................................................................................................... (b) How should the demolished A/C sheeting be prepared for removal from site? 2 ............................................................................................................................... ............................................................................................................................... ............................................................................................................................... ............................................................................................................................... Question 24 (4 marks) The offsite sector of the construction industry has an increasingly important role within the industry. Using TWO examples, explain why this is the case. ......................................................................................................................................... ......................................................................................................................................... ......................................................................................................................................... ......................................................................................................................................... ......................................................................................................................................... ......................................................................................................................................... ......................................................................................................................................... ......................................................................................................................................... ......................................................................................................................................... ......................................................................................................................................... 336 15 4 Marks Question 25 (6 marks) (a) Name the parts of the air-compressor shown in the diagram. (b) 3 .......................................................... .......................................................... .......................................................... How is the capacity of an air-compressor expressed? 1 ............................................................................................................................... (c) Explain why there has been a recent increase in the use of air-compressors on building sites. ............................................................................................................................... ............................................................................................................................... ............................................................................................................................... ............................................................................................................................... 16 Board of Studies NSW 2001 2 200 1 HIGHER SCHOOL CERTIFIC ATE EXAMINATION Construction Section III 30 marks Attempt TWO questions from Questions 26 28 Allow about 1 hour for this section Answer each question in a SEPARATE writing booklet. Extra writing booklets are available. In your answers you will be assessed on how well you: demonstrate relevant knowledge and understanding communicate ideas and information, using precise industry terminology and appropriate workplace examples organise information in a well-reasoned and cohesive response solve proposed issues or problems Question 26 (15 marks) An electric brick-masonry saw (with water dust suppression) is to be used on a large construction site. The operator should have received three levels of occupational health and safety (OH&S) training: General OH&S induction training; Site induction OH&S training; and Work activity OH&S training. Explain OH&S aspects within each level of training that should have prepared the construction worker to safely operate this potentially dangerous machine. Please turn over 337 17 In your answers you will be assessed on how well you: demonstrate relevant knowledge and understanding communicate ideas and information, using precise industry terminology and appropriate workplace examples organise information in a well-reasoned and cohesive response solve proposed issues or problems Question 27 (15 marks) Scenario: You are presented with a situation where a co-worker has collapsed while working with hydrochloric acid, resulting in spillage of acid concentrate. Use the MSDS for hydrochloric acid (on page 19) and the scenario provided, to answer the following question: Propose and justify an appropriate response, indicating the correct sequence for the procedures. Your answer should include both immediate and long-term actions. Question 27 continues on page 19 18 Question 27 (continued) HYDROCHLORIC ACID HAZARDOUS ACCORDING TO WORKSAFE CRITERIA ChemWatch 1789 Company contact No. (1800) 093 333 INGREDIENTS (CHEMICAL ENTITY) hydrochloric acid CAS No 7647-01-0 UN Number: 1789 Hazchem Code: 2R D. Goods Class: 8 Subsidiary Risk: None Poisons Schedule No: S6 (S3NZ) PROPERTIES % 100 TWA 1 ppm PRECAUTIONS FOR USE Glasses: Safety glasses. Chemical goggles. Full face-shield. Gloves: 1.BUTYL 2.BUTYL/NEOPRENE 3.PVC Liquid Mixes with water Corrosive Acid Toxic or noxious vapours/gas Respirator: Type B-P Filter of sufficient capacity Flammability: Does not burn. HEALTH HAZARD INFORMATION Acute Health Effects: Harmful if swallowed. Toxic by inhalation. Causes severe burns. Skin contact may produce health damage. Eye contact may produce serious damage. Chronic Health Effects: Exposure may produce irreversible effects. FIRST AID Swallowed: Contact doctor or Poisons Centre. Give glass of water. Rinse mouth with plenty of water. Eye: Wash with running water (15 mins) Medical attention. Skin: Flood body with water. Remove contaminated clothing. Wash with water & soap. MEDICAL ATTENTION. Inhaled: Fresh air. Rest, keep warm. If breathing shallow, give oxygen. Medical attention. ADVICE TO DOCTOR Airway problems 100% O2. Treat burns as thermal. Retract eyelids irrigate 30 mins. SAFE HANDLING INFORMATION Storage & Transport: Keep locked up. Keep container tightly closed. Keep container in a well-ventilated place. Keep away from food, drink and animal feeding stuffs. Store in cool, dry, protected area. Restrictions on Storage apply. Refer to Full Report. Spills & Disposal: Spilled liquid has low temperature and evaporates quickly. Control vapour with water spray/fog. Absorb with dry agent. Dilute with water. Neutralise with soda ash/lime. Stop leak if safe to do so. Take off all contaminated clothing immediately. This material and its container must be disposed of in a safe way. To clean the floor and all objects contaminated by this material, use water. Fire/Explosion Hazard: Vapours/gas heavier than air. Toxic smoke/fumes in a fire. Attacks metals to liberate hydrogen. Fire fighting: Keep surrounding area cool. Water spray/fog. End of Question 27 19 BLANK PAGE 20 In your answers you will be assessed on how well you: demonstrate relevant knowledge and understanding communicate ideas and information, using precise industry terminology and appropriate workplace examples organise information in a well-reasoned and cohesive response solve proposed issues or problems Question 28 (15 marks) Accurate costing of materials and projects is an important process within the construction industry. Construction workers need to obtain information from many sources to perform this task. Detach pages 25 and 26. Complete the table on page 26 using the drawing specifications on page 22 and the data sheet on page 23. The top row of the table has been completed as an example. After completing the table, answer the following in your writing booklet for Question 28: For each material on which you have provided information, explain why the material s physical characteristics make it suitable for its intended application in the suspended concrete path. Question 28 continues on page 22 21 Question 28 (continued) Existing building 7500 Proposed path A A 100 100 2000 TOP VIEW 2000 100 100 F 82 fabric Average height 1000 Non-slip finish 100 100 concrete upturn placed in situ Approved DPC and slip joint material Continuous brick wall to be two skins thick Footing to have 100 mm cover Ground line Reinforced concrete footing (40 mm cover to reinforcing) 25 MPa N.T.S Foundation material silt clay SECTIONAL VIEW A A Question 28 continues on page 23 22 Question 28 (continued) SQUARE RIBMESH: Sheets 6.0 2.4 m Nominal PRICE ($) REF NO. RF 81 RF 102 RF 92 RF 82 RF 72 RF 62 RF 52 RF 42 RF 41 Metro Per m2 Per unit 14.02 201.95 11.01 158.50 8.60 123.90 6.73 96.95 5.30 76.35 4.25 61.20 2.98 42.85 2.36 33.95 4.82 69.35 Regional Per m2 Per unit 14.44 207.90 11.34 163.30 8.86 127.65 6.94 99.90 5.47 78.75 4.38 63.05 3.07 44.20 2.43 35.80 4.96 71.40 Cross wire (mm) 7.60 @ 100 9.50 @ 200 8.55 @ 200 7.60 @ 200 6.75 @ 200 6.00 @ 200 4.75 @ 200 4.00 @ 200 4.00 @ 100 Long wire (mm) 7.60 @ 100 9.50 @ 200 8.55 @ 200 7.60 @ 200 6.75 @ 200 6.00 @ 200 4.75 @ 200 4.00 @ 200 4.00 @ 100 Approx. mass (kg) 105 80 65 52 40 33 21 15 29 Full strength fabric laps 400 mm Cut and bent Ribmesh will incur an additional surcharge. SITE CLASSIFICATION Foundation Description Class Most sand and rock sites A Stable Most silt and some clay S Stable Moderately reactive clay M Reactive Highly reactive clay H Reactive Extremely reactive clay E Reactive FOOTING SCHEDULE Wall type Site class Strip footing Pad footing Depth Width Depth Reinforcement Width 110 brick wall A S M H E 150 200 230 270 300 300 300 350 375 400 175 225 275 270 350 300 300 400 420 420 3 8 TM 3 8 TM 3 11 TM 3 11 TM 3 11 TM 230 brick wall A S M H E 200 250 275 400 425 300 350 375 400 400 225 275 300 425 450 325 375 400 425 450 3 8 TM 3 8 TM 3 11 TM 3 11 TM 3 12 TM 350 brick wall A S M H E 200 250 275 300 300 375 400 425 450 500 225 275 300 350 400 400 425 450 475 550 3 8 TM 3 8 TM 3 11 TM 3 12 TM 3 12 TM Note: Concrete cost allowance $136/m3. For 110 wall allow 50 bricks per square metre. For 230 wall allow 100 bricks per square metre. For 350 wall allow 150 bricks per square metre. End of paper 23 Brick cost allowance $550/1000 BLANK PAGE 24 Board of Studies NSW 2001 200 1 HIGHER SCHOOL CERTIFIC ATE EXAMINATION Construction Centre Number Student Number This page is to be detached, completed and attached to the inside front cover of your writing booklet for Question 28. Please turn over 338 25 26 Board of Studies NSW 2001 Suspended Concrete Path 0.3 m 9 m 25 MPa Concrete in piers Reinforcing in suspended concrete slab Brickwork Concrete in footings Description Material Key footing to common foundation material Functional characteristic in the structure LOCATION: Pitt St, Sydney NSW PROJECT: Question 28 Required (indicate units) 0.636 m3 Working CLIENT: Mr P J Smith 0.152 9 $136/m3 Cost per unit $86.52 Cost

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