403A
Red Seal Trade
Carpenter
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NBC 2020 (National Building Code) · RSOS 2021 · CSA O86 (Engineered Wood) · ACI 318 (Concrete)
Exam Questions
50
per session
Pass Gate
90%
RISL standard
Refresher Interval
2 yr
recommended
Retest Window
6 mo
if not yet passed
Curriculum — 7 Topic Blocks
Block A / 07
Common Occupational Skills
- Safety regulations & PPE requirements
- Tool identification & safe use
- Blueprint reading & trade math
- Material handling & storage
Block B / 07
Planning & Layout
- Site layout — batter boards & benchmarks
- Level, plumb & square techniques
- Drawing interpretation — architectural & structural
- Quantity takeoff & material estimation
Block C / 07
Concrete Work
- Formwork design, construction & stripping
- Concrete placement rates & segregation control
- Hot & cold weather concreting procedures
- Curing, slab finishing & control joints
Block D / 07
Framing
- Floor systems — joists, beams & subfloor
- Wall framing — platform & balloon frame
- Roof framing — rafters, trusses & sheathing
- Engineered wood products & connections
Block E / 07
Exterior Finishing
- Roofing systems — shingles, membranes & flashing
- Exterior cladding & siding installation
- Windows & exterior door installation
- Weatherproofing & air/vapour barriers
Block F / 07
Interior Finishing
- Drywall installation & taping
- Interior doors, frames & hardware
- Stairs, handrails & guards
- Cabinetry, millwork & trim
Block G / 07
Renovations
- Structural assessment & load-bearing wall removal
- Heritage & existing building considerations
- Hazardous materials — asbestos & lead awareness
- Code compliance for alterations & additions
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Result Levels
| Level |
Score |
Result |
Timing |
Next Step |
| Passed |
90–100% |
Certificate of Completion |
Recommended refresher interval: 2 years |
Refresher within 2 years to stay current |
| Not yet passed |
70–89% |
No certificate |
Retest recommended within 6 months |
Targeted study on weak areas |
| Not yet passed |
Below 70% |
No certificate |
Retest within 30 days |
Structured study on all flagged areas |