RFR 101B - Roofers Apprentice I

Credits: 4

Description
The socioeconomic history of the Roofing trade and employability skills are the primary topics. Additional topics include OSHA safe-ty regulations and introduction to various roofing methods, tools, and materials.

Student Learning Outcomes

Demonstrate proficiency in OSHA regulations for handling kettles, tankers, heating bitumen and delivering hot.
Demonstrate competency in OSHA regulations for the use of hand tools, operating power equipment and hoists.
Demonstrate a familiarity with pitch slopes, types of roofs along with their features, decks and vapor barriers.
Demonstrate competency in installing insulation, tapered insulation, mechanical fasteners, knot tying, securing loads and materials.
Demonstrate competency in teamwork, client service and an ability to work well with others.

Prerequisite: None