What is the main function of the clerk of works on site?

• To coordinate the different trades

• To maintain the project within budgetary constraints

• To assure the quality of workmanship on behalf of the architect

• To check health and safety standards are legal.

Which one of the following would be employed by the main contractor on site?

• Subcontractor

• Architect

• Building control officer

• Clerk of works.

When installing an appliance, which document would you reference for the installation instructions?

• BS 6700

• The Water Regulations

• Manufacturers' instructions

• Works programme.

Which of the following documents offers guidance, but is not legally enforceable?

• Manufacturers' instructions

• Building Regulations

• Act of Parliament

• Contract of employment.

A building control officer (BCO) commonly works for:

• The main contractor

• The local authority

• The architect

• The client.

Which department within a company would deal with employment matters?

• Finance department

• Accounts department

• Sales department

• Human resource department.

A common cancellation period used in contracts is:

• 7 days

• 5 days

• 3 days

• 1 day.

One quality that would ensure the respect and cooperation of others on site is:

• Aggressiveness

• Submission

• Politeness

• Rudeness.

The main purpose of the works programme is to:

• State when payments are due

• Provide clear indication of when an activity should start and finish

• Assist the plumber in calculating the amount of materials required

• Assist the contractor in planning the number of personnel that may be required.

What is the process where people in a meeting discuss items and come to an agreement?

• Arbitration

• Negotiation

• Adjudication

• Cavalcade.