Title: Install roof sheathing.
Course: Building Trades II (17009-II) > Section: CARPENTRY: Framing a Roof

Installation requires

- centering the roof sheathing on the rafter
- facing the grain perpendicular to the rafter
- nailing the sheathing according to code.

IRC: Chapter 6, table R503.2.1.1 (1), identifies sheathing span for floor and roof sheathing. Section R803 specifies roof sheathing based on species, thickness, span rating, and framing spacing. Table R603.3 (1) identifies nailing requirements.

Process/Skill Questions:

- What safety concerns are associated with roof sheathing installation?
- What are the possible consequences of improperly nailed sheathing?