CQM-C COMPLETE QUESTIONS AND CORRECT ANSWERS
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What are the benefits of CQM to the contractor?
increased profit and production, better communication, planning, improved organizational skills,
and outstanding performance evaluations to obtain future contracts.
What are the benefits of CQM to the government?
work is performed according to plans and specifications, on time, within a defined budget, easily
maintained, and a safe work environment.
What factors have caused the construction industry to become highly specialized?
The factors that have caused this are the changing market, increased technology and regulation.
Why are construction projects difficult to manage?
· Construction projects are unique by nature, making standardization difficult.
· Construction operations involve many skills that are nonrepetitive and do not lend themselves
to an assembly line approach
· Construction projects are dependent upon environmental conditions which are beyond the
contractor's control
And subject to varied regulations from numerous government agencies.
The purpose of Construction Quality Management is to:
Achieve the quality established by properly developed requirements through the
combined responsibility, but seperate efforts of contractpr smd government personnel.
Construction Quality Management is the performance of tasks, which ensure that
construction is performed.
According to plans and specifications, on time, within a defined budget and a safe work
environment.
Partnering relationships are based upon:
Building trust and dedication to common goals
It is the responsibility of Quality Assurance Personnel to:
Periodically verify that the contractors system of control is working effectively.
An effective contractor quality control program will:
Be an incentive for work to be done correctly the first time resulting in earlier
completion, reduced field overhead costs, and greater profits.
The success or failure of all contractors is based upon:
The ability to control costs, finance work, estimate jobs, schedule the work, and
maintain effective quality control.
What is the purpose of Construction Quality Management?
It ensures that contractors adhere to project plans, specifications and safety standards. It also
verifies that the completed work meets quality requirements. CQM fosters collaboration between
contractors and government agencies and helps contractors to navigate challenges like
technology advancements and environmental concerns.
Define CQM (Construction Quality Management)
, It is the performance of tasks, which ensure that construction is performed according to plans and
specifications, on time, within a defined budget, and a safe work environment. CQM is essential
for successful project execution and client satisfaction.
Partnering relationships are based upon on:
It is based upon trust, dedication to common goals, understanding and assistance to reach each
other's individual expectations and values..
What are the two principal areas of CQM activity?
a. CQC (Contractor Quality Control)
b. QA (Government Quality Assurance)
Define CQC:
is to assure that the completed project meets all quality requirements of the contract.
Define QA:
Quality Assurance personnel have the responsibility to require contractors to maintain the quality
specified in the plans and specifications.
What factors will influence both the Government and the construction industry in the
future?
· New government regulations
· Greater degree of influence from the client
· Improvement of QC and QA requirements
· Construction-oriented management information system
Increased contractual requirements for exchange of data in electronic format.
Define Control and Inspection:
it is the process by which ongoing and completed work is examined to ensure that it complies
with the contract provisions. While Control is a continual system of planning future activities to
ensure that the work meets the quality standards of the contract.
What is the difference between INSPECTION and CONTROL?
Inspection is ongoing or "after-the-fact" while control is "preventive."
Who has contractual responsibility for quality control?
By the contract, the responsibility for quality control is vested in the contractor.
Benefits of CQC to the Contractor?
Reducing costs by preventing rework and delays
Increasing profits by delivering quality work that meet customer satisfaction
Improving reputation by demonstrating competence and reliability
Enhancing safety by identifying and eliminating hazards and risks.
Benefits of CQC to the Government?
Effective CQC can improve public relations and client/customer satisfaction when projects are
completed on time. QA personnel can take pride in their role of assuring that the contractor's
CQC system is working effectively by delivering a quality product..
What is the role and responsibilities of the contractor in CQC?
The contractor is required to place a competent representative, the QC Manager, on the site to
oversee the CQC system.
What are the responsibilities of the contractor's QC Manager?
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