Apprentice Training, framing & carpentry

Roof Framing: Hip Rafter & Jack Rafter Assembly

2x10 diagonal hip rafter, 2x8 ridge, common rafters and 45-degree hip jacks

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 20 min
People: Two
Level: Patient

Before you start

Clear 3 × 3 m of floor and lay out the parts.
12 parts and 75 fasteners in 5 steps.
You'll want a claw hammer and a tape measure and a marker and a spirit level.
Check cheek cuts on hip jack rafters with a sliding T-bevel to verify 45-degree plan angle.

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

Roof Framing: Hip Rafter & Jack Rafter Assembly

2x10 diagonal hip rafter, 2x8 ridge, common rafters and 45-degree hip jacks

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 20 min
People: Two
Level: Patient

Before you start

Clear 3 × 3 m of floor and lay out the parts.
12 parts and 75 fasteners in 5 steps.
You'll want a claw hammer and a tape measure and a marker and a spirit level.
Check cheek cuts on hip jack rafters with a sliding T-bevel to verify 45-degree plan angle.