Apprentice Training, framing & carpentry

Roofer: Gable Roof Common Rafters

6:12 pitch common rafters, 2x8 ridge board, collar ties and ceiling joists

Gang-nail tooth plates, hurricane ties and continuous lateral bracing 2x8 ridge, common rafters and 45-degree hip jacks 2x8 ridge board, collar ties and ceiling joists

Time: 1 h 15 min
People: Two
Level: Patient

Before you start

Clear 3.5 × 3 m of floor and lay out the parts.
23 parts and 94 fasteners in 6 steps.
You'll want a screwdrivers and a claw hammer and a tape measure and a drill and a marker and a spirit level.
Ceiling joists or rafter ties must be installed to prevent outward thrust on exterior bearing walls.
Collar ties must be nailed into the upper third of the rafter span to resist wind uplift separation at the ridge.

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, framing & carpentry

Roofer: Gable Roof Common Rafters

6:12 pitch common rafters, 2x8 ridge board, collar ties and ceiling joists

Gang-nail tooth plates, hurricane ties and continuous lateral bracing 2x8 ridge, common rafters and 45-degree hip jacks 2x8 ridge board, collar ties and ceiling joists

Time: 1 h 15 min
People: Two
Level: Patient

Before you start

Clear 3.5 × 3 m of floor and lay out the parts.
23 parts and 94 fasteners in 6 steps.
You'll want a screwdrivers and a claw hammer and a tape measure and a drill and a marker and a spirit level.
Ceiling joists or rafter ties must be installed to prevent outward thrust on exterior bearing walls.
Collar ties must be nailed into the upper third of the rafter span to resist wind uplift separation at the ridge.