1. Head
2. Face
3. Eyes
4. Ears
5. Hands
6. Body
7. Feet
8. Respiratory
9. Attend pre-job safety meetings
10. Adhere to site specific safety rules and federal regulations
11. Observe Vessel Entry/Confined Space regulations
12. Read and interpret MSDS
13. Establish and maintain a safe working perimeter
14. Safely demonstrate the proper use and maintenance of drywall tools and equipment.
15. Maintain clean work areas (housekeeping).
16. Store, handle, and transport tools, equipment and materials properly.
17. Identify the locations of First Aid and Fire Equipment.
18. Demonstrate safe work practices for erecting and dismantling scaffolds, including: pre-planning, inspecting scaffold components, load capacity, platform construction, access requirements, and fall protection.
19. Demonstrate a pre-inspection and the safe operation of an aerial lift.
20. Describe and demonstrate the proper use of various types of personal fall protection equipment.
21. Describe and demonstrate the steps of ladder safety, including: selection, inspection, set-up, safe techniques and proper maintenance and storage.
22. Demonstrate and describe the procedures for personally fitting and adjusting, and mounting and dismounting stilts.

1. Exhibit suitable appearance and personal hygiene.
2. Exhibit proper attitude and behavior on the job site, including private residences and other occupied buildings.
3. Deal with difficult customers in a professional and courteous manner.
4. Interpret written and verbal instructions.
5. Recognize the importance of cooperation and interaction with related trades on a job site.
6. Demonstrate the ability to follow specific work place protocol and procedures.

1. Lengths (6, 8, 9, 10, 12, 14, and 16 feet)
2. Thickness (1/4, 5/16, 3/8, ½, 5/8, 3/4, and 1 inch)
3. Widths (24, 48, 54 inches)
4. Differentiate between various types of fillers.
5. Determine that proper lighting is present for all surfaces.
6. Inspect and prepare surfaces and recognize when prefilling is required.
7. Ensure that adequate ventilation and temperature is maintained for optimum performance.
8. Properly handle, transport, and store drywall materials.
9. Determine the type of compound to use based on the substrate.
10. Determine when it is necessary to use shims in the drywall installation process.
11. Safely use the various types of drywall tools.
12. Locate and prepare mixing area.

1. Select and use the proper drywall hand tool for specific tasks.
2. Display the proper handling and balancing of drywall hand tools.
3. Modify hand taping tool handles and blades and the process for preparing the tools for proper use.
4. Explain and demonstrate proper inspection and maintenance procedures for keeping hand taping tools in good and clean condition.
5. Display the appropriate PPE when using hand taping tools.

1. Demonstrate the different uses for the various filling compounds.
2. Select and mix the proper filling compounds.
3. Demonstrate the filling mixing procedures, including pre-mix, powdered, and fastset fillers.
4. Hand Taping
5. Mechanical
6. Banjo
7. Differentiate between paper and fiberglass tape.
8. Apply fillers using the proper tools in the three main taping methods.
9. Demonstrate the wiping procedures and sequence for dry taping and wet taping.
10. Demonstrate the proper procedure, and sequence for wiping non-90º angles.
11. Follow proper mixing procedures for filling compound.
12. Demonstrate how to properly apply fireproofing/firestop materials (firetape, fire caulking, and firestop).
13. Correct problems that can arise while wiping angle tapes.
14. Repair and load flat finishing boxes.
15. flat joints using flat finishing boxes
16. butt joints using flat finishing boxes
17. ceiling joints using flat finishing boxes
18. Demonstrate the procedure for filling fasteners using fastener spotters.
19. Perform the procedure for filling vertical and horizontal angles using angle finishing boxes.
20. Bottoms
21. Three-ways
22. Non-90º angles

1. Demonstrate the correct holding position for trowels and knives.
2. First Coat
3. Second Coat
4. Third Coat
5. Skim (level 5)
6. Demonstrate the application of the five (5) levels of drywall finishes.
7. Distinguish a finish level by observation; identify the steps needed to take it to the next level of finish.
8. Demonstrate the procedure for wiping angles with a former finish.
9. Demonstrate how to wipe horizontal, vertical, and three-way angles.
10. Demonstrate how to clean and maintain wiping equipment.
11. Demonstrate dry hand sanding and touch up.
12. Handle and use a pole sander.
13. Demonstrate dustless sanding.

1. Select and use the appropriate tools to install beads and trims.
2. Demonstrate application procedures for measuring and cutting beads and trims.
3. Demonstrate application of fillers/compounds.

1. Demonstrate the automatic taping tool sequence.
2. Demonstrate the procedures for loading tape in the automatic taping tool.
3. Demonstrate the operation of the loading pump.
4. Lower butt joints
5. Wall flats
6. Ceiling flats and butt joints
7. Vertical angles
8. Horizontal angles
9. Demonstrate proper inspection and maintenance procedures for keeping automatic taping tools in proper working condition by replacing the cutting blade, cable, and tape and feed needle.
10. Demonstrate the appropriate cleaning procedures for all automatic taping tools.

1. Demonstrate the methods for making repairs to common defects.
2. Demonstrate proper mixing procedures and consistency of filling compounds and fastset fillers.
3. Recognize common defects in drywall finishing.
4. Hollow Areas
5. Ridged Joints
6. Nail Pops, Loose Filler, and Gouges
7. Cracks
8. Water and Fire Damage
9. Plaster and Stains
10. Textures
11. Demonstrate the proper procedures for repairing beads and trim.

1. Select appropriate tools, equipment, and materials for texturing.
2. Prepare the surface prior to applying texture.
3. Recognize areas that need to be painted prior to applying texture.
4. Apply the various types of hand texture on a surface.
5. Demonstrate the proper use of the various types of texturing machines.
6. Use power compressors, selecting correct orifices and pressures.
7. Repair damaged texture.
8. Clean and maintain texturing tools and machines.

1. Select appropriate tools, equipment, and materials for EIFS.
2. Adhesive Application
3. EPS Cutting and Rasping
4. Base Coat Application
5. Finish Applications
6. Assess and prepare the substrate.
7. Report any surface deficiencies.
8. Apply membranes and barriers.
9. Recognize expanded polystyrene (EPS) board, proper mesh embedment, and base coat application.
10. Install rigid insulation board.
11. Demonstrate the proper methods of EPS board installation.
12. Apply base coats and reinforcing mesh.
13. Apply finish coats.
14. Locate areas requiring expansion or control joints.
15. Demonstrate the application of EIFS accents and aesthetic reveals.
16. Execute proper mesh embedment and base coat application.
17. Evaluate and determine a successful finish application based on EIFS manufacturer’s requirements.

Recognize the important areas of OSHA in general terms. Identify the Safety Regulations as they apply to safe work practices in the drywall trade with emphasis on: - Identification of safety hazards (unsafe conditions) - Proper handling of materials, including hazardous - Maintenance and safe operation of tools - PPE Describe the precautions that must be followed when using flammable liquids and adhesives. Explain what a Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS) is, its purpose and limitation. Describe the role of employer, supplier, and worker in the education of workers. Outline emergency procedures and how to obtain assistance for injured workers. Describe the proper technique (ergonomics) for lifting and transporting drywall materials. Identify safety requirements for erecting and dismantling scaffolds, including: preplanning, inspecting scaffold components, calculating load capacity, platform construction, access requirements, and fall protection. Identify the different types of aerial lifts and their related safety rules and precautions. Describe potential fall hazards in the workplace. Describe the different types of ladders and the conditions under which they are used. Given illustrations or verbal clues, distinguish between a proper and improper workplace setup with regard to hazards, safety equipment and stilt selection.

Identify and explain the basic terminology used in the drywall trade. Describe the reasons why drywall finishing succeeded over conventional plastering. Describe the working conditions of the drywall trade. Identify the career options and advancement opportunities in the drywall trade. Describe custody, care, and maintenance of tools and equipment.

Identify the size, types, and application of drywall panels. Identify various types of drywall beads and trims used in the drywall trade. Identify various types of fasteners and adhesives used in the drywall trade (nails and screws). Identify different types of substrates. Identify different fireproof/firestop materials used in the drywall trade. Identify types and applications of various drywall boards, including: - Standard - Fire Resistant - Foil Back - Water Resistant - Exterior Ceiling Panels - Interior Ceiling Panels - Veneer-based Panels List the advantages and limitations of drywall construction. Explain the various kinds of beads including: - Metal - Paper Faced Metal - Plastic Identify different types of framing materials. Identify the various types of drywall compound and the purpose of using compounds. Identify the different types of drywall tape (paper and fiberglass.)

Identify the tools of the drywall trade, including but not limited to: - Hawk - Trowels (straight, curved, specialty) - Mud, Pan or Tray - Taping Knives and Broad Knives - Putty Knives or Elastic Knives - Corner Tools - Mud Pan Holders and Tape Holders - Hammers - Phillips Screwdrivers - Utility Knives - Aviation Style Snips or Tin Snips - Sanding Tools - Pole Sander - Mud Masher or Potato Masher - Small Tools - Slicker and Straight Edges - Texturing Tools - Measuring Tape or Tape Rule - Cleaning Tools - Tool Bag and Tool Boxes - 24” Level - Combination Square - Pocket Plane or Drywall Rasp - Mitre Box - Chalk Line and Plumb - Winder with Braided Nylon (dry line) Pliers, Wrench, Combination Screwdriver - Drywall Saw - Screw Gun - Drill Dimpler Attachment - Utility Wet/Dry Vacuum Cleaner - Wallboard Hammer

Recognize the general characteristics of fillers. Identify the correct filler and consistency for the task. Describe the characteristics, elements, and formulations of filling compounds. Explain drying times and the relation to temperature, humidity, and ventilation in the finishing process. Describe the differences between the various fillers. Identify and describe problems related to moisture and drying. Identify and describe the three main taping techniques, including: - Hand Taping - Mechanical - Banjo Describe the characteristics of paper tape and fiberglass tape. Describe the advantages and limitations of paper tape and fiberglass tape. Describe the hand taping and wiping procedures. Describe in the proper sequence the dry and wet taping procedures. Identify the problems that can arise while wiping angle tapes. Identify the tools and equipment used for wiping tapes, including: - Rollers - Angle Finishers - Putty and Elastic Knives Describe the functions and operations of flat finishing boxes, fastener spotters, and angle finishing boxes. Explain the use of and reasons for flat finishing boxes.  Describe the use of angle finishing boxes.

Identify the correct filler and consistency for the task. Describe the application of second coat. Describe the application of third coat (skim coat). Describe the application of level five (5) finish and round surfaces. Identify the correct filler and application for spotting screws/nails. Identify various types of sandpaper and applications.

Identify and describe the different types of beads and trim. Describe the proper installation of beads and trims. Identify the correct filler needed for coating.

Identify the various types of automatic taping tools. Explain the operation of the automatic taping tools. Discuss the importance of using a teamwork approach to automatic tool taping. Explain inspection and maintenance procedures for keeping tools in good and clean condition. Identify common problems and their solutions associated with using automatic taping tools.

Identify the methods for making repairs in common defects. Describe the methods for repairing gouges and patching holes. Describe the reason and method for keying painted surfaces.

Identify and describe the different types of texture (soft, hard, self-priming). Identify protective covering such as polyethylene sheeting, stapled or taped and masked machine. Describe general texture spraying techniques. Describe different types of texture such as knockdown, splatter, skip troweling, Spanish style, brick and stone imitations, and orange peel. Identify the different types of texturing machines. Describe the cleaning procedures for texturing machines. Describe techniques of repairing damaged texture. Describe various types of hand texturing such as one-coat stipple patterns.

Explain the basics of EIFS theory. Identify properly installed and acceptable substrate materials, conditions, and preparation. Identify the proper tools required for applying EIFS. Describe proper means of adhesive application and attachment. Describe the application of different mesh types and how they affect impact resistance. Describe the procedures for installing building systems that integrate a resinous cladding with a continuous layer of insulation on the exterior of a building or structure.