3.4 TOOLS & MATERIALS OF THE TRADE

Tools and Materials of the Trade

Tools Rebar Cutter/Bender Framing Hammer Measuring Tapes Sledge Hammer Ladders Hot Knife Square Wire Tying Tool Drill/Screw Gun – cordless preferred Levels Laser – for checking footers and walls for level/ plumb Side Cutter Pliers - for cutting rebar wire ties
Saws: Reciprocating Saw – for gable and miscellaneous cuts Keyhole Saw – for small cuts, penetrations and holes Hand Saw – for longer straight cuts, mitered corners in tapered top and brick ledge forms, and non 45° or 90° angels Table Saw – for precise straight cuts, or for projects requiring long horizontal cuts across tops of walls, windows, etc Folding Aggressive Tooth Pocket Saw – for cutting and trimming blocks, wall penetrationsand more Electric Chain Saw– • with depth stop – for cutting wire or plumbing channels Skil Saw - • for cutting wood bracing and

Materials

• Rebar Wire or Plastic Zip Ties– for wiring bars securely into precise positions, such as lintels
• Wood – for window and door bucks, usually treated, check local codes
• Sleeves - for wall penetrations,( PVC, steel, wood, Etc.) (Consult with local codes and subcontractor preferences)
• Glue, Foam Gun or Low Expansion Foam Adhesive - for gluing and filling gaps, to secure bottom course (foam compatible)
• Anchor Bolts, Nuts and Washers – for bucks, plates and ledgers
• Bracing/Alignment System – approximately 1 set per 5 to 6 linear feet.
• Miscellaneous Lumber - for alignment, scaffolding system
• 1 ⅝ course deck or drywall screws for alignment, scaffolding system
• 3” course deck or drywall screws for misc.
• Tap Con – for anchoring kick plates(if used)
• String Line – check wall to ensure it is straight
• Chalk Line – for wall layout on slab or footer
• Scaffold Planks – OSHA approved
• Duplex Nails - for scaffolding/alignment systems
• Felt-tip Markers – assorted colors
• Concrete Stakes
• Trash Containers & Brooms
• 2 x 4’s – for kick plates (if used)
• Buckets – empty, 5 gallon
• Shovels