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WorksheetsCommunication Methods in Construction PT2
Total questions: 10
Worksheet time: 5mins
What is the purpose of a variation order in construction?
To change the agreed contract price
To implement rapid resolution of variation issues
To save money by avoiding agreement delays
To impact timescales for completion
What is the purpose of a toolbox talk on a construction site?
To discuss topics of safety and reduce accidents
To educate and enlighten contractors
To inform about hazard communication
To discuss practical jokes and horseplay
What is the purpose of safety memos and briefings on a construction site?
To aid communication about new hazards and health and safety issues
To provide updates to standards and regulations
To check contractors' understanding of risks and control measures
To identify manufacturing design or performance problems
What is the purpose of a quality management system in construction?
To consistently meet customer requirements and enhance satisfaction
To track and address events during a project
To ensure that standards and requirements are met
To manage and intervene for quality improvement
What should be considered before ordering plant and materials for a specific job on site?
Potential theft and damage, competences of operatives, and timescale evaluation
Quality planning, control, assurance, and improvement
Anticipating customer requirements and gathering product suppliers
Establishing a chain of command and co-ordination with other trades
Who is considered the most important person in a construction project?
The customer
The architect
The trade supervisor
The construction manager
Who typically checks that the quality of work and installation design adhere to the architect's designs?
The clerk of the works
The trade supervisor
The construction manager
The customer
Who represents each different craft and communicates plans and information during team meetings?
The trade supervisor
The construction manager
The architect
The customer
What is the purpose of site procedures in construction?
To ensure an organized and safe working environment
To communicate requirements to the customer
To facilitate communication between different trades
To provide written confirmation of verbal communication
What are the common methods of communication in construction?
Letter, email, fax, face to face, telephone
Verbal, written formal, email, face to face
Letter, email, verbal informal, telephone
Written formal, verbal informal, face to face, fax
