GITS Drywall and Lathing Course

Scope

Drywall and Lathing Category--Class "DL": The scope of work of a Class "DL" specialty building contractor shall include and be limited to the installation of gypsum drywall products to existing studs, joists, or suspended ceiling channels; the fabrication and installation of all necessary and incidental metal accessories, including non-load bearing studs, runners, hangers, channels, drywall metal suspension accessories, and prefabricated ceiling materials, and the preparation and finish of the drywall surface. In order to be eligible to be certified as a Class "DL" specialty building contractor by the board, the applicant shall have at least two (2) years of practical experience in the category.

Examination Content Outline

The Drywall and Lathing Contractor--Class "DL" examination is based on trade-specific information pertaining to materials, tools, equipment, practices, terminology, and relevant laws. The examination is a two (2) hour, open book exam that consists of 50 questions.

Approved References

1. Code of Federal Regulations – Title 29, Part 1926 (OSHA), 2010
2. Florida Building Code (Building), 2010
3. Drywall: Professional Techniques For Great Results, 2002, Ferguson, Myron R
4. Residential Steel Framing Construction Guide, 1994, E.N.Lorre
5. Florida Building Code (Residential Building), 2010