Principles of Construction - 6

a line on a drawing measures 125mm. What is the actual measurement if the scale of the drawing is 1:20?

• 1.25m

• 2.5m

• 3.5m

• 5m

elevations are drawn at what scale?

• 1:10 or 1:50

• 1:1250 or 1:2500

• 1:20 or 1:50

• 1:50 or 1:100

which of the following is the most appropriate scale for a cross section drawing of a building?

• 0.1805555556

• 0.1458333333

• 0.1111111111

• 1:20

the main reason that hatchings are used on construction drawings is to:

• improve the appearance of the information

• identify the materials used in construction

• avoid the extra costs from printing in colour

• satisfy planning permission

what is the term used to show different materials on working drawings?

• hatchings

• shading

• design

• images

what is the purpose of a drawing?

• show sequence of work

• show repetitive design information

• show the quantity of materials and workmanship

• show sizes and layout

a method statement is used for what purpose?

• assists in making the management responsible for the safety of the work force

• assists in ensuring the safety of the workers by making sure that they are properly trained

• is used by plant operators to inform them on how to operate a machine

• assists in ensuring the safety of workers by itemising all tools, equipment and methods used during a task

what is the main purpose of a specification?

• it gives information on ranges of fittings needed in a building

• it gives information on materials and workmanship required

• it is used to outline changes required during the contract

• it helps the site manager when producing a programme of work

how would you pre-condition resilient sheet flooring covering?

• loosen the rolls and lay them overnight on the floor of the installation area

• unroll the rolls and stand them upright in the installation area

• loosen the rolls and stand them upright in the installation area

• leave the packaged rollsin the installation area overnight

timber based floor coverings MUST be fitted with a gap against the wall to allow for:

• the door linings

• carpet grippers

• air to circulate

• expansion and contraction