Construction and Building Planning research activity

What must be completed to the clients' requirements before any building work can start?

• Risk assessments

• Programmes Of Work

• Site layouts

• Planning to ensure the work is completed within the timescale and budgets agreed

What does planning a construction or building services project include?

• Writing Programmes Of Work and method statements

• Organising suppliers and subcontractors

• Planning site layouts and equipment hire

• All of the above

What is the phrase that encapsulates the importance of planning and preparation in construction?

• The 4 Cs of Construction

• The 6 Ps

• The 5 Rs of Responsibility

• The 3 Ts of Teamwork

What does the acronym '6 Ps' stand for in the context of project planning?

• Proper Planning and Preparation Prevents Poor Performance

• Precise Procedures and Processes Promote Peak Performance

• Professional Planning and Practice Prevents Problems

• Prior Planning and Preparation Prevents Potential Problems

What does site analysis involve before formulating any design according to the learning material?

• Checking the legal documentation

• Conducting soil tests

• Surveying the land and measuring its features

• Evaluating the economic viability of the project

Which of the following is NOT a factor to consider in site analysis as per the document?

• Size

• Location

• Color of the soil

• Current and proposed characteristics

According to the document, what should be carefully researched before any design is formulated?

• The proposed site

• The construction materials

• The local wildlife

• The weather patterns

What are the proposed site's 'current and proposed characteristics' likely to include?

• Existing buildings, trees, other structures

• The names of the construction team members

• The types of vehicles used in construction

• The brand of tools used for construction

What is the purpose of outline planning in the context of building construction?

• To submit the final building design for approval

• To provide a brief description and drawings showing the planned position size, layout, and intended use

• To commission architects to produce full drawings and other details

• To apply for the necessary funds to begin construction

What can be submitted if the local authority approves in principle?

• An application for demolition

• Full planning permission

• A request for building materials

• The completed building design