GITS Window and Door Contractor Course

Scope

Window and Door Contractor--Class "WD": The scope of work of a Class "WD" specialty building contractor shall be limited to the installation, replacement, adjustment, repair, and servicing work, when not prohibited by law, in accordance with accepted engineering data and/or according to manufacturers' specifications of exterior windows and doors, hurricane protection devices, shutters, and hardware in connection therewith which do not effect structural changes (exception: replacement of window bucks in retrofit). In order to be eligible to the certified as a Class "WD" specialty building contractor, the applicant shall have at least two (2) years of practical experience in the category.

Examination Content Outline

The Window and Door Contractor – Class “WD” examination is based on trade-specific information pertaining to materials, tools, equipment, practices, terminology, and relevant laws. The examination is a one and one-half (1 1/2) hour, open book exam that consists of 25 questions.

Approved References

1. Florida Building Code (Building), 2010
2. Florida Building Code (Residential Building), 2010
3. Carpentry and Building Construction, 2010, John L. Feirer, et al.
4. BCSI Guide to Good Practice for Handling, Installing, and Bracing of Metal Plate Connected Wood Trusses, 2008 ed.
5. Finish Carpentry: A Complete Interior & Exterior Guide, 1995, Sterling
6. Hurricane Shutter Designs, 2008
7. Code of Federal Regulations – Title 29, Part 1926 (OSHA), 2010