Construction Industry Roles

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Which of the following best describes a certification?

A regulation that must be followed in the design-construction industry

The adoption of a standard by the industry

The verification that a product or procedure meets a specific standard (correct)

A publication that describes recognized procedures and technical requirements

What is the purpose of standards in the design-construction industry?

To create regulations that must be followed

To develop accepted practices and uniform technical requirements

To certify that a product or material meets a selected standard

To protect the safety of all Canadians (correct)

How are standards developed?

By testing agencies

By manufacturers and suppliers

By a consensus of experts (correct)

By referencing building codes

Which organization is responsible for standardization in all fields except electrical and electronic engineering?

ISO Signup and view all the answers

Which organization coordinates and oversees voluntary standards development, promotion, and implementation in Canada?

SCC Signup and view all the answers

Which organization is responsible for standardization in electrical and electronic engineering?

IEC Signup and view all the answers

Which organization is responsible for promoting efficient and effective standardization in Canada?

SCC Signup and view all the answers

Which organization administers nine different building and site design and construction certifications and programs, including LEED and WELL?

Green Building Council Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of trade associations in the construction industry?

To conduct research and prepare standards Signup and view all the answers

Which organization created the WELL building standards and the WELL practitioner certification system?

International WELL Building Institute Signup and view all the answers

What is the Passive House standard for residential design?

A standard for energy-efficient residential buildings Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is true about vocational schools and community colleges?

They provide necessary training in consultation with trade unions and standards-setting organizations. Signup and view all the answers

Which skilled workers must be licensed?

Plumbers, electricians, and elevator mechanics. Signup and view all the answers

What role do manufacturers and suppliers play in the construction industry?

They provide technical assistance to architects and supply materials and products. Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a type of constructor in the construction industry?

Trade contractor Signup and view all the answers

Who assumes the financial liability for the construction project in the role of a general contractor?

Owner Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of a construction manager in the construction industry?

Provide constructability and financial information Signup and view all the answers

What type of contractual relationship defines the method of design-construction program delivery in the construction industry?

Designer-constructor Signup and view all the answers

Which sub-sector of the construction industry is the architect predominantly focused on?

Building construction Signup and view all the answers

What is the definition of a constructor according to the National Building Code of Canada 2015?

A person who contracts with an owner or the owner’s authorized agent to undertake a project Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of an apprentice in the construction industry?

To learn a skill or trade from an experienced and qualified journeyman Signup and view all the answers

What is the approximate contribution of the construction sector to Canada's gross domestic product?

7% Signup and view all the answers

Which organization is responsible for the development and publication of international standards?

International Organization for Standardization (ISO) Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of trade associations in the construction industry?

To develop and promote procedures and standards Signup and view all the answers

Which organization has published the Canadian Practice Manual for BIM?

Institute for BIM in Canada (IBC) Signup and view all the answers

Why is harmonizing standards difficult in the context of global trade?

Different countries have different mandates for standard development Signup and view all the answers