Construction Grade 12 NW 2024 Prep revision
QUESTION 1: OHSA, MATERIALS, TOOLS, EQUIPMENT AND JOINING (GENERIC)
A B C
1.1 The pictures above show fasteners that are used in the building industry.
Write down the Name and ONE use of EACH fastener next to the question
Number (A-C) (6)
1.2 State any TWO safety precautions that must be adhered to when working
on a scaffold. (2)
1.3 List TWO requirements that the employer should ensure for the safe use of a
hoisting device. (2)
1.4 FIGURE 1.4 below shows equipment used on a construction site.
FIGURE 1.4
1.4.1 Identify parts A, B and C. (3)
1.4.2 Describe TWO uses for the equipment Illustrated in FIGURE 1.4. (2)
1.5 Name the process when freshly cast concrete is kept moist for a specific period
of time. (1)
1.6 Explain TWO advantages of electroplating. (2)
1.7 State TWO specific advantages of water-based paint. (2)
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Construction Grade 12 NW 2024 Prep revision
Construction Grade 12 NW 2024 Prep revision
Construction Grade 12 NW 2024 Prep revision
Construction Grade 12 NW 2024 Prep revision
Construction Grade 12 NW 2024 Prep revision
QUESTION 2: GRAPHICS AS MEANS OF COMMUNICATION (GENERIC)
NAME: SURNAME: GRADE 12 :
ANSWER SHEET 2
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NO. QUESTIONS ANSWERS MARKS
1 Identify the scale that was used for the 2
site plan and the floor plan respectively.
2 Who is responsible for checking the 1
building plan
3 What type of fencing does the architect 1
recommend for the new dwelling?
4 Name the town where the new dwelling 1
will be erected.
5 What was done as revision 1 ? 1
6 Identify number 1. 1
7 Identify number 3 by giving the 1
abbreviation.
8 Identify number 4. 1
9 Identify number 5. 1
10 Identify number 9. 1
11 Identify number 11. 1
12 Identify number 12. 1
13 Identify the that indicates the boundary 1
line.
14 Describe the purpose of number 2. 1
15 Deduce the plot number of the existing 1
dwelling from FIGURE A.
16 What is omitted in Maple Street with 1
reference to number 6?
17 What leisure feature is located on the 1
site plan?
18 Draw the North symbol to show that the 3
driveway side is facing east.
19 What is the purpose of the north symbol 1
on the house plan?
20 Which feature indicates that this is a 1
double-storey building?
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21 Deduce THREE faults from bedroom 2. 3
22 Draw the symbol for a wash tub. 2
23 Draw the symbol for a bath. 2
24 Draw the symbol for a water meter. 2
Describe TWO reasons why the local
25 municipality would not approve 2
FIGURE A
Calculate the Length of the house. Give
26 your answer in m. 6
Show ALL calculations.
TOTAL 40
Construction Grade 12 NW 2024 Prep revision
Construction Grade 12 NW 2024 Prep revision
Construction Grade 12 NW 2024 Prep revision
Construction Grade 12 NW 2024 Prep revision
QUESTION 3: ROOFS, STAIRCASES AND JOINING (SPECIFIC)
4.1 Complete the following sentence by choosing the missing word/term regarding joining from the
list given below. Write down only the word/term next to the question numbers (4.1.1 to 4.1.4) in
your ANSWER BOOK, e.g. 4.1.5. Screws.
Thick; Strong; Galvanised ; Nailed; One; Both; Roof truss; Wall plate
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4.1.1 … steel straps should be taken over the top of the 4.1.2 … and 4.1.3 … down
on 4.1.4 … side(s). (4)
4.2 What could be used to fasten a steel column to a concrete base with threaded rods secured
into it? (1)
4.3 Name THREE types of cast-in anchor that is used in concrete connections. (3)
4.4 Name the TWO methods that can be used to secure a wall plate to a wall. (2)
4.5 The FIGURE below shows TWO types of paving patterns.
A B
4.5.1 Identify paving pattern A and B respectively. (2)
4.5.2 Which of the patterns would you use when paving? Justify your answer. (1)
4.5.3 Describe the term jointing when laying paving bricks. (1)
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Construction Grade 12 NW 2024 Prep revision
QUESTION 4: EXCAVATIONS, FORMWORK, TOOLS, EQUIPMENT AND MATERIALS (SPECIFIC)
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3.8 FIGURE 3.6 shows small plant equipment that are used on a construction
site.
A B C
Figure 3.8
3.8.1 Identify the equipment (A, B & C) in Figure 3.6. (3)
3.8.2 Mention ONE guideline for the safe handling of each piece of equipment. (3)
3.8.3 List ONE way in which to take care of each piece of equipment. (3)
3.8.4 Why the equipment in FIGURE 3.6 are not supposed to be laid on side. (1)
3.9 Name the other TWO construction machinery that are not depicted in FIGURE 3.6. (2)
4.6 Name THREE advantages of Cavity wall. (3)
4.7 Briefly explain the purpose of wall ties and weep hole in a cavity wall. (2)
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Construction Grade 12 NW 2024 Prep revision
QUESTION 5: PLASTER AND SCREED, BRICKWORK AND GRAPHICS AS MEANS OF
COMMUNICATION (SPECIFIC)
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QUESTION 6: REINFORCEMENT IN CONCRETE, FOUNDATIONS, CONCRETE FLOORS AND
QUANTITIES (SPECIFIC)
6.1 FIGURE 6.1 below shows the installation of a pile being driven into the ground. Study the
FIGURE and answer the questions that follow.
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FIGURE 6.1
6.1 Identify part A and B. (2)
6.2 What is the purpose of part A.? (1)
6.3 Describe the type of soil structure (B) where piles are used. (2)
6.4 Name TWO advantages of using pile foundation. (2)
6.5 Name the other THREE categories of pile foundation except the pile mentioned
in QESTION 6.1 B. (3)
FIGURE 6.2 below shows a part of a floor construction. Study the FIGURE and answer the
questions that follow.
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FIGURE 6.2
6.2.1 Name the type of floor construction. (1)
6.2.3 Label Part A-D (4)
6.2.3 What is the purpose of part A.? (1)
6.2.4 Describe TWO factors that should be considered before the installation of the
floor in FIGURE 6.2. (2)
6.2.5 Explain TWO disadvantages of this type of floor construction. (2)
Construction Grade 12 NW 2024 Prep revision
Construction Grade 12 NW 2024 Prep revision
Construction Grade 12 NW 2024 Prep revision
Construction Grade 12 NW 2024 Prep revision
Construction Grade 12 NW 2024 Prep revision
Construction Grade 12 NW 2024 Prep revision
Construction Grade 12 NW 2024 Prep revision
Construction Grade 12 NW 2024 Prep revision
Construction Grade 12 NW 2024 Prep revision
Construction Grade 12 NW 2024 Prep revision
