COSC 153 Chapter 10 QUESTIONS & CORRECT SOLUTIONS(GRADED A)
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COSC 153
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COSC 153
Identify at least three issues that the superintendent must be concerned with when trying to manage construction operations. - ANSWER Subcontractor coordination, material and equipment deliveries, and productivity.
When scheduling subcontractors for the job, you should try to follow three fundam...
COSC 153 Chapter 10 QUESTIONS &
CORRECT SOLUTIONS(GRADED A)
Identify at least three issues that the superintendent must be concerned with when trying to manage
construction operations. - ANSWER Subcontractor coordination, material and equipment deliveries, and
productivity.
When scheduling subcontractors for the job, you should try to follow three fundamental rules. What are
they? - ANSWER To resist bringing subcontractors onto the job until you are 100 percent ready for them;
to make sure that once you bring them on the job, they have everything they need to proceed; and to
pay all subcontractors promptly upon completion of their work.
What does it mean to order something on will-call? - ANSWER Acts as a confirmation of an order that
has been placed prior to the date it is actually due for delivery. Generally, occurs the afternoon before
the scheduled delivery and confirms or denies that the delivery date is still a go.
Identify at least three factors that can negatively impact construction productivity. - ANSWER Crowded
workspaces, poor coordination of work activities, poor supervision or lack of supervision, an
inexperienced or poorly trained workforce, not having the proper tools and equipment, adverse weather
conditions, confusing plans and specs, changes in the work plan, and inefficient job site layout.
Identify at least three environmental issues that might interfere with the project schedule and cause
unexpected delays on the job. - ANSWER Encountering soil erosion problems, encountering endangered
species on-site, having to protect vegetation on-site, trying to protect and preserve wetlands during
construction, and discovering historical or cultural artifacts while excavating.
Why is it important to accurately report hours and cost codes on time cards? - ANSWER They provide the
payroll clerk with all of the information needed to calculate wages and distribute paychecks. They also
provide fundamental information needed to track and monitor productivity and labor expenditures.
Identify the way in which the construction industry has increased overall owner involvement in the
construction process. - ANSWER Through a variety of collaborative software programs that establish
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