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It's cut, lift, screw, tape, mud.  Not much else to it.  Yes, probably all of us who hold GC licenses have a copy of GA 216-2007...... but haven't you learned yet that most licensing is simply about funding the Department?  You want pros, you watch them work, and pick the best.  Honestly, a license guarantees very little.


From: Ken Rodgers 
Sent: Friday, January 01, 2010 3:33 PM
To: codetalk at myfloridacode.com 
Subject: [Florida Code Talk] Sub-Contractor Testing/Licensing


Happy New Year All,

  I was just discussing some issues/concerns with my drywall sub and in the process I asked if they had ever read or heard of the guide put out by the Gypsum Association that covers the application and finishing of sheetrock (gypsum).  Of course the answer and look I got was the same one I always get when I ask this question.  "What book?"  "There's a book that tells you how to do sheetrock work?"  So, I'm wondering why is it that subs like this are not required to read, understand, and possibly even be tested on the guidelines that cover their trade before they are "licensed" to perform work in this area?  In the case of drywall, this specifications manual is only 18 pages long so I would think that most anyone should be able to pass a simple test on it.  Yes, I realize this is only a guide and is really not a "code" per se but it does have some pretty good guide lines to go by that should help ensure a good job that will stand the test of time.  However, every time I bring it up to my drywall subs that they get offended and act like I'm being too anal.  I only pull it out when I see them doing things like not using enough screws in the ceiling or leaving excessive (e.g. ½") gaps at joints.  The response is always the same; "I've been doing drywall for xx years and I don't need no book to tell me how to do things" or "don't worry about it, the mud will cover it up."  All these may be true but it'd be nice to see some subs actually take pride in their work and try to do the best job they can and not just get by.  I use sheetrock guys in this example but it seems to be the same with many of the other subs whose work doesn't get an official inspection and who are not required to be tested and specifically licensed in their field of work.  I'm not looking to increase the bureaucracy but it sure would be nice to figure out a way to force these other subs to become educated in their field and stay up with the latest practices.  I'm looking for more professionals instead of just amateur hacks.

 

I know the above was mostly whining/venting but just thought I find out others thoughts on the subject.

 

Ken   

 



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