<p><b>Lay the foundation for a career as a carpenter or joiner with this highly illustrated and accessible book published in association with City & Guilds.</b><br><br>Suitable for the 6706 Diploma, as well as other Level 1 carpentry and joinery qualifications, the book covers everything you need to kick-start your journey in the construction industry: the principles of construction, how to use hand and power tools, woodworking joints, fixings and ironmongery, and health and safety.<br><br>- Study with confidence with content based on the latest industry standards.<br>- Get ready for the workplace with ''Industry tips'', ''Health and safety'' reminders and ''Improve your maths/English'' tasks.<br>- Enhance your understanding of tools and key concepts in carpentry and joinery with clear and accurate technical drawings and step-by-step sequences.<br>- Re-cap knowledge with ''Key terms'' features and a detailed glossary.<br>- Prepare for assessment with practice questions, practical tasks