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According to the text, what is the role of the contractor in a construction project?
According to the text, what is the role of the contractor in a construction project?
- To assist in the preparation of the contract form
- To review and approve shop drawings
- To select all construction methods, techniques, sequences, etc. (correct)
- To issue sets of drawings and specifications
What information does the architect need to obtain from the contractor prior to mobilization?
What information does the architect need to obtain from the contractor prior to mobilization?
- A schedule of dates for submission and review of shop drawings
- Designs for temporary supports
- A site organization and hoarding plan
- Proof of current standing of contractor with health and safety agencies (correct)
What does the construction schedule reveal about the contractor?
What does the construction schedule reveal about the contractor?
- The contractor's intended date of occupancy
- The contractor's ability to successfully manage the work (correct)
- The coordination required for other separate contracts
- The contractor's intended construction methods and sequence
What is the purpose of a hazardous materials assessment in construction?
What is the purpose of a hazardous materials assessment in construction?
What is the responsibility of the owner regarding the building permit?
What is the responsibility of the owner regarding the building permit?
Which document outlines the roles and obligations of the contractor and the owner in a construction contract?
Which document outlines the roles and obligations of the contractor and the owner in a construction contract?
What determines the level and nature of monitoring required during the construction period?
What determines the level and nature of monitoring required during the construction period?
What is the architect's role in correcting defective work according to CCDC 2?
What is the architect's role in correcting defective work according to CCDC 2?
What are the architect's specific office functions during the contract administration phase?
What are the architect's specific office functions during the contract administration phase?
What is the client's responsibility in a construction contract?
What is the client's responsibility in a construction contract?
Which of the following is true about contract administration in the construction phase?
Which of the following is true about contract administration in the construction phase?
What is the relationship between the architect and the contractor during the construction phase?
What is the relationship between the architect and the contractor during the construction phase?
In a traditional design-bid-build contract, who assumes responsibility and control of the construction?
In a traditional design-bid-build contract, who assumes responsibility and control of the construction?
What are the office functions under contract administration?
What are the office functions under contract administration?
What type of contract is assumed in the chapter?
What type of contract is assumed in the chapter?
According to the text, what is the purpose of shop drawings?
According to the text, what is the purpose of shop drawings?
According to the text, what is the architect responsible for in the construction process?
According to the text, what is the architect responsible for in the construction process?
According to the text, what must the contractor verify before submitting shop drawings to the architect?
According to the text, what must the contractor verify before submitting shop drawings to the architect?
According to the text, what is required to be submitted by the contractor at the end of construction?
According to the text, what is required to be submitted by the contractor at the end of construction?
According to the text, what does the architect do with the documents submitted by the contractor at the end of construction?
According to the text, what does the architect do with the documents submitted by the contractor at the end of construction?
Which chapter in the Canadian Handbook of Practice for Architects provides a discussion of mock-ups?
Which chapter in the Canadian Handbook of Practice for Architects provides a discussion of mock-ups?
What is the purpose of a Request for Information (RFI) during the construction phase of a building project?
What is the purpose of a Request for Information (RFI) during the construction phase of a building project?
What type of documentation can assist in providing a record of communication with all parties during the construction phase of a project?
What type of documentation can assist in providing a record of communication with all parties during the construction phase of a project?
When should the architect issue a Change Order or Change Directive?
When should the architect issue a Change Order or Change Directive?
What are Change Orders required for?
What are Change Orders required for?
Which term does CCDC recommend using for the form that alerts the contractor to a proposed change?
Which term does CCDC recommend using for the form that alerts the contractor to a proposed change?
What is the purpose of the form known as 'Proposed Change'?
What is the purpose of the form known as 'Proposed Change'?
What are some of the terms used to refer to the form that alerts the contractor to a proposed change?
What are some of the terms used to refer to the form that alerts the contractor to a proposed change?
What does the contractor have an opportunity to submit when they receive the 'Proposed Change' form?
What does the contractor have an opportunity to submit when they receive the 'Proposed Change' form?
What is the process usually started by the issuance of the 'Proposed Change' form?
What is the process usually started by the issuance of the 'Proposed Change' form?
The term 'Proposed Change' is recommended by CCDC for the form that alerts the contractor to a proposed change.
The term 'Proposed Change' is recommended by CCDC for the form that alerts the contractor to a proposed change.
The purpose of the 'Proposed Change' form is to notify the contractor of a change and to allow them to submit a quotation for additional cost or time.
The purpose of the 'Proposed Change' form is to notify the contractor of a change and to allow them to submit a quotation for additional cost or time.
The term 'Change Order' is used interchangeably with 'Proposed Change' in the text.
The term 'Change Order' is used interchangeably with 'Proposed Change' in the text.
The contractor is responsible for initiating the process by issuing the 'Proposed Change' form.
The contractor is responsible for initiating the process by issuing the 'Proposed Change' form.
The contractor has the opportunity to submit a quotation for additional cost or credit when they receive the 'Proposed Change' form.
The contractor has the opportunity to submit a quotation for additional cost or credit when they receive the 'Proposed Change' form.
The purpose of the 'Proposed Change' form is to obtain approval from the contractor for a proposed change.
The purpose of the 'Proposed Change' form is to obtain approval from the contractor for a proposed change.
The 'Proposed Change' form is issued by the architect to alert the contractor of a proposed change.
The 'Proposed Change' form is issued by the architect to alert the contractor of a proposed change.
The contractor is required to submit a change directive when they receive the 'Proposed Change' form.
The contractor is required to submit a change directive when they receive the 'Proposed Change' form.
The 'Proposed Change' form is used to provide the contractor an opportunity to request a change in time.
The 'Proposed Change' form is used to provide the contractor an opportunity to request a change in time.
The 'Proposed Change' form is recommended by CCDC to be used in all construction contracts.
The 'Proposed Change' form is recommended by CCDC to be used in all construction contracts.
