The board at the outer end of the joists is called a header joist. All you need do is nail it to each joist end. End nailing a board to another board is generally very secure. If they are 2x8's or 2x10's use four or five 3 1/2 inch galvanized nails, this should make it very strong.
End nailing is much stronger than toe nailing.
If you are still concerned, double up on the header joist or put steel brackets on the inside where the joist meet the header joist.
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Bart Blainey, B.E.R.
Consultant/Journeyman Carpenter
Building Envelope Specialist
Master Renovator
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Bart Blainey, B.E.R.
Consultant/Journeyman Carpenter
Building Envelope Specialist
Master Renovator
provip@prodeck.org
http://www.prodeck.orgBarton Blainey (provip) specifically assumes no legal liability or responsibility for the accuracy, completeness or usefulness of any information or process disclosed. The above further expressly advises that any use of or reliance upon the information and or opinion disclosed is at your risk .
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