Construction Site Management Quiz

Which document is completed in order to make a formal change to an agreed contract?

• Defects letters.

• Variation order.

• Day worksheets.

• Daily diary record.

What will be immediately affected if a sub-contractor has failed to meet a planned completion date?

• Material costs and delivery.

• Compliance with BS 7671.

• The existing critical path network.

• Compliance with Building Regulations.

What is the main purpose of the visitors’ book?

• To monitor the performance of visitors.

• To provide accurate site emergency/evacuation data.

• To ensure and monitor the support by local building control.

• To provide car registration details in case delivery vehicles are obstructed.

What would be the most suitable way for a company to determine the competence of an electrician with regards to health and safety awareness?

• Check their ECS card.

• Check their Competency Scheme Card.

• Check with City & Guilds for information.

• Check for part P registration.

What best describes the process where relevant site representatives meet to discuss and agree a suitable alternative location of equipment due to an issue?

• Instruction.

• Confrontation.

• Observation.

• Negotiation.

What are the best resources for identifying labour and material requirements for a major contract?

• Supplier’s catalogues and delivery schedules.

• Installation specification and programme of works.

• Manufacturer’s installation instructions and user guides.

• Building Regulations and local building control guidance.

What colour are 110 V BS EN 60309-2 sockets and plugs?

• Black.

• Blue.

• Red.

• Yellow.

What must be taken into consideration when allocating work for the inspection and testing stage of a new installation in a dwelling?

• The operatives' level of competence.

• The presence of other trades on site.

• The operatives’ familiarity with the site.

• Test instrument calibration certification.

What is the most suitable method for storing drums of cable on a large housing development site?

• Keep in individual contractor’s vans.

• Keep in each dwelling for use as they are required.

• Keep in a secure controlled container/building centrally.

• No storage required as cable should only be ordered as and when required

A worker lacks motivation and turns up on site in a bad mood. What is the first method for an employer to address this situation?

• Issue a formal letter.

• Hold an informal discussion.

• Leave the situation to resolve itself.

• Provide the worker with simple tasks for the day.