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UA Foreman Certification Course Exam/72 Questions and answers 2024
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UA Foreman Certification CourseExam/72 Questions and answers 2024
Why was the standard for excellence written? - -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? - -
A 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? - -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? - -The 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? - -Approximately 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? - -
$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? - -The 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? - -All of them
-What is a fixed price contract? - -A contract that defines the scope of work
and the price for that work.
-what are two skills or traits a foreman must have? - -Skilled 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? - -So he or she can
protect it.
, -Who could your contact on a construction project be? - -Owner general
contractor piping contractor or construction manager.
-What is the primary task of the foreman? - -To manage and lead the crew.
-Name three characteristics great leaders share - -Open 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? - -No everyone is different in every
situation is different.
-What are some factors that motivate workers? - -Setting 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? - -
Ensure 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? - -Behavior 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? - -Stop the behavior report it to your supervisor
and document what happen and what you did.
-What is a conflict? - -A belief not necessarily a fact that everyone can't get
what they want.
-What two questions should you ask yourself when analyzing a conflict? - -
What is it about? How did it get started?
-What is the first rule of negotiation? - -Understand the other person's
needs.
-Why is preparation so important in a negotiation? - -Having 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? - -On the first day of work on your job.
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