Why was the standard for excellence written? - answer To set the UA apart from their
non-union competition, as a result of trends in the market place, and to refocus
members and leadership on why clients choose the UA
There are three main themes to the message of the SFE, what are they? - answerA
declaration of who the UA is. A commitment about what they will do. A promise that
clients can count on them.
What are some of the duties of the membership of the UA as listed by the SFE? -
answer Show up on time. Stay off cell phones while working. Have proper tools. Zero
tolerance for drug and alcohol abuse. Obey safety rules. Respect customer property.
Dress appropriately. Follow client rules. Put in a fair days work for a fair day's pay.
How is market share defined? - answerThe percentage of total available market.
For an average contractor, what percent of the total cost of a labor hour is the "on the
check" wages? - answerApproximately 50%
Assume the total cost of a labor hour is $60. If a worker with just 30 minutes a day, how
much will this cost the contractor in one year's time? - answer$60 per hour equals $1
per minute 1 times 30 minutes equals $30 per day. 5 days per week x $30 per day
equals $150. $150 per week times 50 weeks equals $7,500
What is a prime contractor? - answerThe contractor that has a direct contract with the
project owner.
If your company is the prime contractor, what subcontractors on the job site will you
have to manage? - answerAll of them
What is a fixed price contract? - answerA contract that defines the scope of work and
the price for that work.
what are two skills or traits a foreman must have? - answerSkilled in the work. Basic
reading writing and math skills. First aid training including CPR. Strong safety skills.
Familiarity with technical standards and an understanding of where to get information
about standards.
Why must the foreman understand the scope of work? - answerSo he or she can
protect it.
, Who could your contact on a construction project be? - answerOwner general contractor
piping contractor or construction manager.
What is the primary task of the foreman? - answerTo manage and lead the crew.
Name three characteristics great leaders share - answerOpen and honest. Willing to
discuss problems. Exceptional listeners. They welcome new ideas. They are role
models. They are flexible. They take personal responsibility and are accountable. They
earn respect by respecting others.
Is there one ideal leadership style? - answerNo everyone is different in every situation is
different.
What are some factors that motivate workers? - answerSetting of goals in measurement
and communication of results. Good working relationships among crew members.
Favorable working conditions. Safe work site. Great planning. Availability of tools
materials and equipment. Exceptional communication. Recognition.
What does a company have to do to comply with the Civil Rights Act? - answerEnsure
all company facilities are desegregated. Maintain a working environment free from
harassment intimidation coercion other forms of discrimination
What is the definition of the word harassment? - answerBehavior that is not welcomed
by the recipient, and is offensive to a reasonable person.
As the foreman what must you do if you are made aware of a situation that violates the
Civil Rights Act? - answerStop the behavior report it to your supervisor and document
what happen and what you did.
What is a conflict? - answerA belief not necessarily a fact that everyone can't get what
they want.
What two questions should you ask yourself when analyzing a conflict? - answerWhat is
it about? How did it get started?
What is the first rule of negotiation? - answerUnderstand the other person's needs.
Why is preparation so important in a negotiation? - answerHaving time to prepare in
having a plan makes it easier to keep emotions in check.
When is the best time to communicate rules, regulations, and expectations to new crew
members? - answerOn the first day of work on your job.
What are some items you would need to communicate? - answerStart and quit times.
Break times and locations. Special owner or GC rules. Productivity expectations. Safety.
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