Building the Float - Supplies (Specifics have changed)

Building the Mountain Park 5th Grade Float
To Youth and Beyond!
*Safety First*

Power Tools
• Miter Saw
• Circular saws
• Jig saws
• Nail Guns & Compressor
• Screw Guns
• Power Cords

Hand Tools
• Safety Glasses
• Work Gloves
• Hammers
• Screwdrivers
• Tape Measures
• Wire Cutters
• Heavy Duty Staplers
• Pencils & Markers
• Paint Brushes

Materials - General
• Plywood
• Lumber – 1” and 2”
• Nails, Screws & Staples
• 1”x 1” Chicken Wire
• Paint
• Wallpaper Glue
• Construction Adhesive
• Tissue “Pomps”
• Outdoor Carpet
• Trailer Skirt
• Plastic Flower Pot (Rocket Engine)
• Dry Ice (Rocket Exhaust)

Materials - Specific
(7) 4'X8' 7/16" OSB Plywood ($5.5o each)
(10) 8' 2"X2" PT Pine ($3.00 each)
(8) 1/4"X1-5/16" Pine Lattice cut in 8' lengths
(1) 48" Chicken Wire 10' roll ($12.65) - 1" OPENING BETWEEN WIRES
(1) 24" Chicken Wire 50' roll ($18.60) - 1" OPENING BETWEEN WIRES
(2) 12' 2x6 Pine lumber
(7) 8' 2x6 Pin Lumber
(8 SQ YARDS) Blue Indoor/Outdoor Carpet ($4.45/sq yd)

Process
• Build Structural Frame Components (rocket, billboard & trailer base)
• Stretch & Staple Chicken Wire to Frames
• Paint Exposed Edges & Surfaces
• Glue & Install Pomps
• Install Carpet & Skirt on Trailer
• Assemble Components Together
• Finishing Touches
• Let’s have a Parade!

Safety – Always Use Common Sense

• General Job Site Safety
o Absolutely NO running or horseplay
o Keep a clean worksite
o Stay clear of running power tools operated by others
o Be alert and aware of your surroundings

• Power Tools
o Always wear eye protection
o Don’t use a tool you are not familiar with
o Do not by-pass safety features on tools
o Keep hands clear of the “business end” of all tools
o Be mindful of others in the area

• Hand Tools
o Keep your eyes on what you’re doing
o Keep hands clear of the “business end” of all tools

• Materials
o Wood – beware of splinters – wear gloves
o Chicken Wire – very sharp ends can puncture skin – wear gloves
o Nails & Screws – watch for protruding nail & screw tips – always cut, remove or bend over any exposed nails & screws

• Trailer
o The trailer is not a jungle gym, be careful when working on or around it