1 - The Carpenter's Workplace

apprenticeship

A formal method of learning a certain trade, such as carpentry, that involves instruction as well as working and learning on the job en route to certification as a journeyman.

entrepreneur

A person who starts and operates a new business.

estimator

A tradesperson who calculates labor, material costs, overhead, and profit before the contractor bids on a job.

journeyman

A tradesperson who has completed an apprenticeship or, through experience, is qualified to work without supervision or further instruction.

SkillsUSA

An organization that promotes the development of excellence in a variety of occupations, including building trades.

sexual harassment

Any unwelcome sexual advances or requests for sexual favors.

liability

Legal responsibility.

self-employment

Starting and operating a business of one's own.

manual dexterity

The ability to efficiently accomplish tasks requiring use of the hands.