Apprentice Training, structural & framing

Reinforced CMU Bond Beam with Cleanout Ports

8x8x16 U-blocks, continuous dual #5 rebar on plastic chairs, vertical bar dowels, and 3000 PSI grout

Time: 2 h 30 min
People: Two
Level

Before you start

Clear 3.5 × 1.5 m of floor and lay out the parts.
31 parts and 0 fasteners in 6 steps.
You'll want a screwdrivers and a claw hammer and a tape measure and a drill and a spirit level.
Mortar droppings inside the bond beam trough must be cleared before grouting to prevent void pockets.
Consolidate grout thoroughly using a mechanical pencil vibrator without dislodging block alignment.

Apprentice Training & Risk NoticeEducational training demonstration only. Risk: Real-world structural lumber sizing, spans, and fastener schedules carry legal liability and must comply with local building codes (IRC/IBC/OSHA) and certified engineering.

Apprentice Training, structural & framing

Reinforced CMU Bond Beam with Cleanout Ports

8x8x16 U-blocks, continuous dual #5 rebar on plastic chairs, vertical bar dowels, and 3000 PSI grout

Time: 2 h 30 min
People: Two
Level

Before you start

Clear 3.5 × 1.5 m of floor and lay out the parts.
31 parts and 0 fasteners in 6 steps.
You'll want a screwdrivers and a claw hammer and a tape measure and a drill and a spirit level.
Mortar droppings inside the bond beam trough must be cleared before grouting to prevent void pockets.
Consolidate grout thoroughly using a mechanical pencil vibrator without dislodging block alignment.