DRYWALL FINISHERS:
International
Union of Painters & Allied Trades District Council 38
LOCAL: DRYWALL
TAPERS AND FINISHERS 2009
AREA: British Columbia and Yukon Territory
ADDRESS:
7621 Kingsway
Burnaby, BC V3N 3C7
PHONE: (604) 524-8334
FAX: (604) 524-8011
E-MAIL: dc38@uniserve.com
WEB SITE: www.dc38.ca
Drywall Finishers - Skills of the Trade
The drywall finisher finishes gypsum wallboard surfaces by taping, spotting, pointing, filling, finishing, and sanding joints, angles, internal and external corners, and all field surfaces. Further, the drywall finisher applies protective coverings, sealers, and decorative finishes and moldings to interior walls and ceilings.
Skill is required in the use of hand-filing and machine tool methods for both preparation and application techniques. As such, the drywall finisher shall be familiar with all aspects of the trade including: the tolls, materials, procedures, environmental conditions on the job site, and the regulations and standards of the various authorities having jurisdiction. A skilled drywall finisher will be well organized and capable of working independently. The drywall finisher shall possess a recognized certificate of trade qualification, certificates of apprenticeship as required, and have completed an approved training course. As well, the drywall finisher shall have the minimum acceptable level of education as required by the industry.
Safety is stressed in all aspects of the drywall finishing trade. Physical and health hazards include the dangers of toxic poisoning from paint and related material fumes and dusts, and falls from elevated work platforms or ladders. Due to these risks, the drywall finisher shall have appropriate training in recognizing and handling hazardous materials on the job site. The drywall finisher will also be familiar with the regulations and standards which outline those requirements.
The drywall finisher should
be physically fit to perform the tasks required by the trade, and capable
of taking detailed instruction on the job site.
Apprenticeships
The Drywall Finishing program is three years of on-the-job training with three periods of in-school training.
Apprenticeship and/or Training Co-ordinator(s):
Mike Probert, Co-ordinator
Joint Trade Board
12277 Industrial Road
Surrey, BC V3V 3S1
PHONE: (604) 580-3112
FAX: (604) 580-3110
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