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the ground and wall. Each additional truss is lifted into position, generally 600 mm (24 in.) on centre, toe-nailed to the top plates and
temporarily braced (Figure 80). When all trusses are plumbed and properly positioned, they are braced permanently (Figure 81); a) permanent
80 Temporary bracing of roof trusses
Note: Gable ends are normally sheathed prior to installation of end braces.
81 Permanent bracing of roof trusses
A
Plan View
lateral brace top chord ridge line diagonal brace nailed to web—repeat at approximate 6 m (20 ft.) intervals as required by truss manufacturer lateral bracing
B
End Elevation
38 x 89 mm (2 x 4 in.) web bracing as required by truss manufacturer
C
Side Elevation
sheathing blocking lateral brace diagonal forms braced bay—repeat at both ends and at approximate 6 m (20 ft.) intervals as required by truss manufacturer ceiling