Title: Install roof sheathing.
Course: Carpentry II (17003-II) > Section: Framing a Roof

Installation should include

- centering the roof sheathing on a rafter
- positioning the long dimension of the sheet perpendicular to the framing
- nailing the sheathing, according to local building code and manufacturer specifications.

Process/Skill Questions:

- What safety concerns are associated with roof sheathing installation?
- What are the possible consequences of improperly nailed sheathing?
- When are sheathing clips or blocking required?

NCCER Carpentry
General Carpentry, Module 27112 Roof Framing describes the most common roof types and introduces basic roof framing components. Includes instructions for laying out rafters for gable roofs, hip roofs, and valley intersections. Covers stick-built and truss-built roofs, and includes the basics of roof sheathing installation.