Tech Production Study Guide Set and Safety Grueneich
Tools
Hand Saw- Used to crosscut and rip lumber and wood. Never use to cut metal.
Jig Saw – used to make straight, curved or irregular cuts in wood; Blades ca be changed to cut metal and other materials
Circular Saw- Derives its name from the shape of the blade. Used to cut straight lines in lumber or wood. Blades can be changed to cut metal or other materials.
Variable Speed Reversible Power Drill (Corded and Cordless) – used to drill holes and drive screws into wood and metal. Bits can be changed for different diameter holes.
Phillips Tip – star shaped bit used to fasten Phillips head screws
Flathead Tip – flat tip to fasten flathead screws
Curved Claw Hammer – jaw is almost parallel to the face to provide greater leverage for pulling nails
Rip Claw hammer – hammer jaw is almost 90 degrees in relation to the face; allows a “chopping’ stroke to wedge between the boards to separate them
Tack Hammer – used to drive upholstery tacks into furniture.
Pliers – used to grip and pull materials. Not used for tightening or loosen nuts.
Channel Lock Pliers – used to grip pipe and other misc. things by its ability to adjust jaw size
Locking pliers (Vise-Grips) – used to grip pipe and other misc. things by its ability to lock its jaws upon an object
Adjustable Wrench – used to tighten and loosen nuts on bolts. Adjustable mouth accommodates a variety of nut sizes.
Wood Chisel – used for removing a small amount of wood from lumber
Flat head screwdriver (Slotted) – used to drive and remove Flathead screws.
Phillips screwdriver – used to drive and remove Phillips screws.
Framing Square – used to check for 90 degree angles for squareness. This tool can also be used to measure up to 24 inches. Can also be used to mark perpendicular lines for cuts.
Measuring Tape – used to measure distances. The smallest unit of measure on the standard measuring tape is 1/16 inch.
Tri-Square – used to check angles for squareness. Can also be used to mark perpendicular lines for cuts.
Utility Knife – used to cut or trim thin materials such as fabric, cardboard, and thin veneers.
Bevel Gauge – Used to transfer angles from one location to the material to be cut.
Pipe Wrench – used for tightening and loosening metal pipes
Brace (Hand Drill) – Used to drill holes by hand
Twist Bit – Drill bit that can be used to lumber, wood or metal. Diameters of drill bit vary, according to need
Paddle Bit (Wood Bit) Used to drill homes into wood or lumber only. Diameter of drill bits varies according to need.
Staple Gun – spring compressed driven device used to fire a staple into wood
C-Clamp – used to hold material while it is being worked on.
Face Shield – used to protect your face from flying debris. Must be worn with safety glasses when operating power tools.
Safety goggles – used to protect eyes from dust and flying debris. They must be rated for impact.
Jorgensen Clamp – Used to hold material when working. Will not scar soft materials such as wood.
Hacksaw – used to cut metal and PVC. Never use a hacksaw to cut wood
the following below are not pictured:
Wonder Bar – flat piece of steel, curved and angled at one end. Mainly used to pry materials.
Chalk Line – a device used to make long straight lines by chalk and string. A string is extended out with chalk on it and pulled to tension. A snap to the string is made to mark the chalk line
Speed Square – a right triangle tool used to check 90 degree angles
Soft Flat Construction and parts:
Actual Measurements of Lumber
1 x 4 = ¾” x 3 ½”
2 x 4 = 1 ½” x 3 ½”
*Toggles centered every 2 feet
Example Cut List for Hollywood Flat
Flat size Cut List (1x4 board) Luan plywood
8”-0” Tall 2 @ 4’-0” - rails 1 sheet – 4’ x 8’
4’-0” Wide 2 @ 7’-10 ½” - stiles
3 @ 3’-10 ½” - toggles
Example Cut List for Platform
Platform Size Cut List (2x4 board) ¾” Plywood
4’ x 8’ (W x L) 2 @ 4’-0” -rails 1 sheet – 4’ x 8’
2 @ 7’-9” -stiles
3 @ 3’-9” -toggles
Standard (Soft) Flat Construction
1. Make Cut list
2. Obtain 1 x 4 and measure boards to length
3. Cut down rails, stiles, and toggles using the cut list
4. Make Keystones and Cornerblocks out of ¼” plywood
5. Use Square to line up rails, stiles, and toggles
6. Lay corner blocks and keystones ¾” away from the edge
7. Apply Glue to Cornerblock and Keystones
8. Nail down using Roofing Nails
Cover
1. Size the muslin down slightly larger than flat length and width
2. Apply glue to outer rails and stiles
3. Place muslin over frame and
staple edge of muslin down to the edge of wood
4. Let dry
5. Paint sizing mixture on to muslin
6. Let dry
7. Remove staples
8. Trim off excess muslin using utility knife
Platform Construction
1. Make Cut list
2. Obtain 2 x 4 boards and measure boards to length
3. Cut down rails, stiles, and toggles using the cut list and marks
4. Use Square to line up rails, stiles, and toggles
5. Fasten with 3 inch screws at joints
6. Deck the platform with ¾” Plywood by trimming down to size
7. Screw in decking with 1 5/8” screws.
Legging a platform
1. Use Cut list to figure out legs length
2. Obtain 2 x 4 and measure boards to length
3. Drill countersinking hole for bolts (aprrox. 1/4”-3/8” deep with a 7/8” Paddle Bit)
4. Drill 3/8” holes for bolts where leg are placed
5. Put Bolt in through stile and leg
6. Fasten washer and nut on to bolt and tighten with wrench/socket wrench.
Tech Safety
· Stage Safety
Terms used when working
“Heads Up” – something above your head is moving or is falling
“Clear” – leave the immediate area (“clear stage” means to leave the stage)
· Ladder Safety
4 people total to raise the stage A-Frame ladder
2 footers and 2 lifters
2 people will walk up the ladder with support from the 2 footers
· Shop Safety
Safe Use
· Safety Goggles – Used to protect eyes from dust and flying debris. They must be rated for impact.
· Face Shield - used to protect your face from flying debris. Must be worn in conjunction with safety glasses when operating power tools
· Dust masks – used to protect your lungs from particulate inhalation. Must be worn while spray painting, sanding operations, certain woodworking applications, etc.
· Paints and Solvents
Spray paints and solvents are stored in the locking metal cabinet in the rear of the shop next to the sink
Painting is normally done outside with tarps on the grass
Spray painting should be done outside with well ventilation so you do not inhale the toxic fumes
3 things that are essential for safety in our theatre.
Proper protective wear
Understand limitation and capabilities of equipment
Awareness of surroundings
Following a crew call:
Areas should be left thoroughly cleaned and in a better condition than it was prior to crew call. For example: no tools, equipment, extension cord should not be left out and all areas swept clean, no paint brushes, paint rollers or trays left in the sink unwashed