Construction Specifications

Detailing brand names is essential for properly incorporating reference standard specifications.

Vending machines belong to the specialties division.

The Architect determines the value of extra work ordered by the Owner based on contract provisions.

Contractors must maintain temporary sanitary facilities to ensure they are ample, clean, and kept orderly.

Enforcing compliance is more challenging than other methods in the context of disadvantages of performance specifications.

Establishing recognized benchmarks does NOT describe a step in preparing descriptive specifications.

Descriptive specifications can become wordy and lengthy.

Dumbwaiters, used to transport food and other small items, belong to Division 14.

Materials needed for a modest 20-seater coffee shop are LEAST likely to involve products from Division 14.

Maintaining consistent terminology in specifications ensures clarity.

Contractors must provide water barrels and fire buckets for fire protection on the premises.

Establishing recognized benchmarks is the primary focus of reference standard specifications.

The Surety's role in a contract is to provide a bond guarantee.

Surveying falls under the Existing Conditions division.

The recommended tone for phrasing specifications is the imperative mood.

Specifications for renovating a foreclosed two-story villa's master bedroom would involve several divisions, EXCEPT none of the other choices.

Summarizing their content is the preferred method for referring to external standards or codes in specifications.

Bidet, pedestal lavatory, shower fixture set, and one-piece water closet belong to the list, EXCEPT the shower cubicle enclosure

In emergencies threatening life or property, Contractors must act at their discretion to prevent loss.

Specifications save time and money by including specific materials and instructions, and giving directions to the project.

Stakeholder feedback is recommended to enhance the document's clarity and completeness.

Recognised authoritative standards are what reference standard specifications primarily rely on.

A solar panel generating 500 watts with 21% efficiency is an example of performance specifications.

If the Contractor fails to notify the Architect of delays caused by the Owner, arbitration will settle disputes without penalties.

The Contractor is liable for damages to adjacent property due to construction negligence.

Legalese and Jargon should be avoided in specifications to enhance clarity for readers.

In discrepancies between actual site conditions and drawings, the action that ensures compliance is the Contractor modifying the design.

When MasterFormat expanded from 16 to 50 divisions in 2004, Electrical products moved to the Facilities Services subgroup.

A specification is considered a living document to be used throughout construction and not stop after the design phase.

Resistance to fire is NOT a requirement for temporary enclosures.

After project completion, the Contractor's temporary structures must be dismantled and removed by the Contractor

The penalty for defective work identified during final acceptance is rebuilding in accordance with specifications

If a worker is deemed inefficient by the Architect, the Contractor must replace the worker immediately.

In proprietary specifications, the primary difference between closed and open specifications is that closed specifications prohibit substitutions, while open ones allow them.

Materials belonging to Division 4 include everything EXCEPT stone anchors.

Specifications in construction provide answers to on-site construction questions.

The Architect issues the final certification before payment.

A hospital bed belongs to Division 10.

Contractors should box and protect existing vegetation to remain during construction.

Bulleted or numbered lists are recommended to present essential information in specifications.

Trash chutes, dumbwaiter, laundry & linen chutes, luggage carousel belong in the group, EXCEPT elevator

Three copies of shop drawings are initially submitted for approval.

Division 12 falls within the turf of architects.

Door hinges, barrel bolts, and door knobs belong to Division 8.

When drawings and specifications differ, and an expensive method is chosen without clarification, the Contractor is liable.

Reference Standard specification type primarily emphasizes industry-wide recognition and acceptance.

A specific brand is required and most applicable to proprietary specifications.

A Bid Bulletin is provided to clarify project details before bidding.

A characteristic advantage of performance specifications is that they promote contractor accountability for results.

Metal lockers belong to Division 10

Proprietary specifications enable detailed drawings based on specific information.

The Construction Specifications Institute (CSI) established in 1948 began to draft guidelines for specifications and was published in September of 1963.

A specification assists subsequent asset management during the soft landing process.

The Contractor verifies the equipment fits the available space before installation.

Proprietary specifications limit competition significantly.

The Contractor bears the expenses for temporary provision of water and power.

Seeking external contractors for work is what the owner can do if a major change is required, and no price agreement is reached.

Ensuring the standard is industry-acknowledged is critical in crafting reference standard specifications.

Specifying brand-specific details does NOT describe a step in preparing descriptive specifications.

HCG manufactures products belonging to Division 15.

Performance specification type allows the contractor to select the method of achieving specified results

Wood parquet tiles does not belong to the group

The 30s series (Division 30, 31, 32...) the 50 Divisions starting 2004, are relegated to the Site and Infrastructure group.

Weakness in structural parts during material trial usage by the Owner cannot be inferred.

The Contractor is accountable for securing permits before construction begins.

Logical numbering for clauses simplifies document modifications.

Fenestration, the arrangement and proportioning of openings in a surface/architecture, falls under Division 8.

Crushed stone aggregate with angular, well-graded particles is an example of a descriptive specification.

Descriptive specifications do NOT promote contractor flexibility in methods.

Performance specifications primarily focus on specifying desired outcomes

Specifications minimize project risk by being part of contractual documents

A junior architect tasked to look for eco-friendly wood composite partitioning in the shopping mall toilet should focus on Division 10.

Airtight windows are NOT included in Division 7 products.

Descriptive specifications do NOT require less time to create.

Temporary housing for workers are located in designated areas specified by the Architect.

Unnecessary alternatives should be avoided in specification text because they create ambiguity in instructions.

The Contractor should replace or rebuild defective work immediately upon discovery.

Typos and grammatical errors should be avoided in specifications because they can lead to misunderstandings.

Paints, Coatings, Tiling, Plasters, and Ceilings belong to Division 9.

Under Article 19.01, if a worker is deemed inefficient, the Architect can withhold payment to the Contractor.

Reference standard specifications benefit project documentation by reducing redundancy and conflict.

Plumbing fixtures from Delta, model "Linden" is an example of a proprietary specification.

Descriptive specifications describe materials and installation methods in detail, without specifying brand names.

Snow-making machine, dialysis machine, digital projector, tennis ball launcher do not belong to the group, EXCEPT cold storage facility

A main disadvantage of proprietary specifications is that they depend on minimum requirements.

Ensureing the asset delivered matches the client's commission is how specifications support the interpretation of the client brief.

A roofing underlayment conforming to ASTM D226 standards is a Reference Standard specification type.

Division 13 materials needed for constructing a cellphone repair shop, EXCEPT.

Minimizing redundancy in specifications avoids conflicting information.

A primary disadvantage of steel is its high susceptibility to corrosion.

Structural Steel is most commonly used for primary structural frameworks in buildings.

Integral waterproofing compounds like SAHARA primarily enhance water resistance for concrete.

Tool Steel is primarily alloyed with vanadium and tungsten to enhance its hardness and heat resistance.

Narra is a wood species suitable for coastal regions because it's resistant to decay and insect attack.

Umbrella nails were traditionally used to attach sheet metal roofing to wooden purlins.

Malleability allows steel to be rolled into sheets without fracturing.

High alkali resistance makes magnesium alloys suitable for formwork applications.

Tek screws are generally used for attaching sheet metal roofing to C-purlins.

Quarter-sawn lumber is preferred for flooring because its higher resistance to shrinkage and warping

Blockboard is is best to reduce the weight of a wooden panel while maintaining stability for wardrobe cabinetry.

Durability is most important for ensuring steel's long lifespan in structures.

Pre-painted steel over galvanized steel has improved aesthetic appeal and corrosion resistance

Cement-based waterproofing coatings must be protected with plaster or topping to enhance water resistance and durability.

Poor workmanship/improper concrete consolidation is the most likely cause of water seepage in a newly constructed swimming pool.

Hardboard is an engineered wood product made from compressed wood fibers and is denser than MDF.

Janka hardness rating should be prioritized for flooring that withstand constant impact.

Exterior cladding does NOT typically require waterproofing.

Unusually high moisture content in mahogany will result in decreased durability and increased plasticity

26 gauge is most commonly specified for galvanized iron (G.I.) roofing sheets

Wood expands and contracts with changes in humidity due to absorption and release of bound water in cell walls.

Applying an insulating layer is the best way to address the developer's concern about thermal conductivity of steel

Increased thermal insulation is the primary advantage of multi-wall polycarbonate roofing over twin-wall.

Epoxy-Coated Rebar is the type of rebar that is coated to resist corrosion in harsh environments.

Metal sheet is the type of under-sheathing is clay tiles are typically installed in the Philippines?

Clay roofing tiles provide the best long-term performance for a building in a high-humidity coastal environment.

Weathering Steel is designed to form a protective rust layer that inhibits further corrosion.

The price of thin, long cuts of wood is determined per lineal foot or lineal meter.

Increasing carbon content in carbon steel increases hardness but reduces ductility.

MDF with veneer overlay is used to produce affordable wooden panels that mimic the grain appearance of solid wood.

Wood species and density has the most significant effect on the Janka hardness rating of wood.

Brown rot is primarily caused by fungal activity in damp conditions.

Expansion and contraction is most crucial to account for in installation for polycarbonate roofing

Damp-proofing reduces the effect of capillary moisture movement from the ground and in walls, primarily

Board foot is the most common pricing unit for rough lumber.

Particleboard is the least resistant to moisture.

Tree species and board dimensions have the greatest impact on price of solid lumber.

Wood that returns to its original shape after bending displays high elasticity.

Use galvanized steel beams to prevent steel beams from rusting in an exposed coastal environment.

A thin piece of lumber with a thickness of less than 1 1/2" is known as a "board"

Chromium must be present in stainless steel to enhance its corrosion resistance.

The bituminous coating being incompatible with the foundation concrete is the likely design flaw for persistent water infiltration

Zinc is primarily used in galvanization to protect steel from corrosion

Roofing sheets are cut before installation to minimize horizontal joints and improve weather resistance.

To minimize horizontal joints to improve weather resistance

Honeycomb is most likely to develop in improperly seasoned wood stored in a humid environment.

Aluminum is a lightweight yet durable metal that's best suited for a high-rise building's cladding system.

Fireproofing structural steel components increases fire resistance rating.

Batt insulation is commonly used inside dry wall cavities.

A jib door has no visible hinges and blends with the wall surface.

A primary advantage of LVT over traditional vinyl sheet flooring is more realistic texture and appearance.

Acoustic insulation works to absorb and control sound transmission.

A door that is "invisible" is a type of hinge

Shatters harmless = tempered glass

Weatherstrip shown

The Gravity hinge shown

Informational kiosks commonly include interactive touchscreens.

Cement plaster is generally preferred for exterior applications rather than gypsum plaster.

Laminated glass provides both safety and security by using two or more layers.

Spandrel glass conceals structural elements in a façade.

The kind of flooring that is not resilient is laminate

Annealed glazing not a type of glazing method

Protective covers provide sun-shading and weather protection in exterior applications.

Hinge shown

The primary characteristic of a Dutch door is that it is divided horizontally into two independent operable sections.

Open-cell ceilings are specifically designed to create visually open yet structured spaces.

Acoustic gypsum board would be best suited where a large auditorium needs both impact resistance and superior acoustics.

The head of a wood door frame runs horizontally at the top.

Marble materials that are most susceptible to acid etching and efflorescence

Bumper guards are effective in preventing impact from carts and wheelchairs.

a hospital lockset is being referred to with the push plate and pull handle in the image

Demountable partitions are the most appropriate where an office space requires flexible partitions.

Cast Iron is least commonly used for constructing toilet compartments.

kick plate being shown

Exterior sun control devices provide passive daylight control while reducing heat gain.

Acrylic plaster is a decorative plaster finish that is flexible, easy to apply, and comes in pre-mixed colors.

The Romans pioneered the use of lime plaster for architectural applications

Integrated ceiling assembly integrates functions such as acoustics, lighting, and HVAC.

Panic hardware is used for emergency exit doors.

Revolving doors best suited for maximizing accessibility while maintainingenergy efficiency at entrances in high rise buildings

Difference between telescopic and bypass doors Bipass requires multiple tracks while telescopic stack panels

An advantage that acrylic plaster requires frequent recoating for durability

Purpose of patient bed service wall in healthsetting

House utilities such as O2, Power, medical gas outlets

Engineered wood flooring preferred over solid wood as it expands and contactls less

Jalousie style window has horizontal states that can be tilted to airflow

Ensure door closes automatically is the purpose of door closure

The gypsum board the lightweight fire resistant sound protection wall partition

Function of spectrum selective glass that filleting in solar heat allows maximunm natural light

Insulated glasas unit that consists of multi paned units that separted with air

Ceiling stem must meet stringent fire safety/ acoustic performance a linear perforated metal material is used

rubber flooring absorbs and relieves fatigue

Advantage of wire mesh partitions is they allow visibility and restrict access

substrate has to be clean so it prevents premature peeling / adhesion

a morrise lockset being referred to by door hardware

operable protions because they provide that sound control flexibility space

Half morrise hinge refers to b on the image

Mutton is primary structural component separates multiple window units?

Roll up doors commercial industrial for roll up abilities

A drywall frame is used for drywall construction

Cement is used for binding agent in concrete

masonary examples except none of the choices

Schedule 40' pipes example of discriptive specifications

construction because of all the following except none of the choices of that defind

M20 is the mix probably will provide 20 mpa after 28 days

A cement mis glue maronary united together mortar

A person rejection architect

specification provide clear enforceable requirements focus

borrowed soil that can be excavated

imperitive mood

Technical specific actions specific direction

Earth work activity

Specifications ensure accuracy in technical specifications

Division 14 Least likely in construction

Slump test access fresh concrete

Division 0 acquires services and products

Owner holds the power order the project execution

architect wants performance characteristics = performance specifications should be

survey techinque division existing conditions

standard typical block size 200mm x 400mm

1-3-6 ratio mixture concrete,

class C is classified

not a well written specification except redundancy and repetition is not a characteristic

Finishing, which means bricklayer

Electrical systems from format division assigned to 16

excavation below water leverls dredging

Division 7 products airtight windows

performance conform established standard

example reference specifications

Earthwork doesn't transport to site excavation

no the choices back filling

Anle of Repose the support level in groundwater

Concrete slows down the setting time in hot weathers by retarder

Beams mixture class A

NOT recommened legalise jargonising

running bond is the type of pattern A on image

class aa for retaining walsunderwater

specifaction

cement mix usues 9 units, class A

Facade outer Veneer Construction

mechanical energy compaction

specifications none of choices

A Stack Bond

The facilities srvies sub group Master

Standards minimizes redudancy through codes being used

bottom wall cavity construction

rewriting entirely

thick wall of earth embankment

brand specific

Masonry walls is a mortar set up

walls should have 3 meters

materials production wprmanship

refractory brick

excavation process

incorrect of hydration hardened

plant and critical class C

plumbing is under mechanicals

earthworks conditions investigations are done

cover defined

concrete 75mm

0.774 m3 is the volume of component

that you can reduce to 25cm x25cm to .488 M3

unnecassary sets savings is used up to 6.528 m3

the class B is below standards should be used

structural members = 53 bags needed

1500 difference

1333 unites of exterior walls

8.415 M3

82 Bags of walls

9 cubic wall of meter

walls of exterior 29 bags

plaster of exterioir 18 bags

purpose of the adding is all the choice

time is 14 days Footing is the ties

Engineer not used the prepared

A proposed party by the contractor

repose of angle 40 degree

class A concrete

specific material choose closed

oraginzatoon for readability

All material and expection buulk

All division EXCEPT DIVISION 13