Glazing Flashcards
6 cards from real Other Skilled Trades practice questions. Tap to flip, then mark Knew It or Still Learning — missed cards come back until you master them.
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What is the purpose of a setting block in glass installation?
Answer: To support glass weight and prevent direct frame contact
Setting blocks support the weight of the glass and keep it from resting directly on the frame, reducing concentrated stress at the bottom edge.
What tool is used to score glass for cutting?
Answer: Glass cutter with a carbide wheel
A glass cutter with a carbide wheel scores the surface of the glass, creating a controlled fracture line that guides a clean break.
Where is tempered glass required by US building codes?
Answer: Doors, windows near floors, shower enclosures, and other hazardous locations
Tempered glass is heat-treated safety glass required by codes in hazardous locations including doors, windows near floors, and shower enclosures because it breaks into small, less dangerous pieces.
What minimum PPE is required when handling large glass sheets?
Answer: Cut-resistant gloves and safety glasses
Cut-resistant gloves and safety glasses are required when handling glass sheets to protect against lacerations and flying glass particles.
What is the minimum required clearance between glass edges and the frame?
Answer: 1/8 inch
A minimum 1/8 inch edge clearance is required around all sides to allow the glass to expand and contract without stressing the frame.
What sealant is most commonly used around glass in wet areas?
Answer: Silicone sealant
Silicone sealant is the preferred choice in wet areas because it is flexible, waterproof, and bonds well to glass and most frame materials.