2.3.11 Contract Administration - Field Review
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2.3.11 Contract Administration - Field Review

Test your knowledge of field reviews in structural engineering with this quiz. Learn when to conduct field reviews during different stages of a construction project and understand the involvement of mechanical and electrical consultants.

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During the construction phase of a project, the architect is responsible for

interpreting contract documents and resolving problems

Who is responsible for construction safety at the workplace?

The contractor

Which of the following is NOT a responsibility of the architect during the construction phase?

Making exhaustive inspections on site

Who is responsible for the quality of construction?

<p>The contractor</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who is responsible for complying with the rules, regulations, and practices required by occupational health and safety legislation?

<p>The contractor</p> Signup and view all the answers

Regularly scheduled site meetings serve which of the following purposes?

<p>To exchange and transmit technical information such as shop drawings</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who is responsible for preparing the minutes of the site meetings?

<p>The architect</p> Signup and view all the answers

When should the minutes of the site meetings be distributed?

<p>Within 48 hours of the meeting</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who is usually the prime or 'managing and coordinating' consultant?

<p>The architect</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of engineers and other consultants in the field review process?

<p>To provide critical review and expertise</p> Signup and view all the answers

According to the text, what is the architect's responsibility in tort?

<p>To be liable for contributory negligence</p> Signup and view all the answers

What should the architect do upon completion of a field review?

<p>Prepare written reports for the owner and the contractor</p> Signup and view all the answers

What tools should the architect bring to the site?

<p>Hard hat and safety boots</p> Signup and view all the answers

How should the architect promote good communication with the contractor?

<p>By conducting regular site visits</p> Signup and view all the answers

When should the architect schedule site visits?

<p>At intervals appropriate to the construction</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which discipline is more involved near the completion of construction?

<p>Electrical consultants</p> Signup and view all the answers

When should field reviews be conducted?

<p>All of the above</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of conducting field reviews before work is covered up?

<p>To ensure deficiencies are corrected prior to completion</p> Signup and view all the answers

When may an architect conduct a field review after a change in weather?

<p>All of the above</p> Signup and view all the answers

Where is the construction site referred to as 'Place of the Work' in CCDC documents?

<p>The location where the building is situated</p> Signup and view all the answers

During the construction phase, the architect's responsibility is to oversee the construction work on site. True or False?

<p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which term refers to a 'close examination' of the construction work?

<p>Inspection</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the architect's field review work?

<p>All of the above</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which term refers to the architect's responsibility to determine if the work is in general conformity with the contract documents during the various stages of construction?

<p>Field review</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the difference between 'supervision' and 'inspection' in the context of contract administration?

<p>Supervision refers to overseeing the construction work, while inspection means a close examination of the construction</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a reason for the architect or consultants to observe work in the plant?

<p>To determine the source of problems occurring in the field</p> Signup and view all the answers

What information should be included in a field review report?

<p>All of the above</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are mock-ups used for?

<p>All of the above</p> Signup and view all the answers

When should the architect establish a schedule for construction of mock-ups?

<p>At the pre-construction meeting</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of a pre-construction meeting?

<p>To discuss and resolve issues before work commences on the site</p> Signup and view all the answers

Regularly scheduled site meetings are essential for good communication between all parties involved in a construction project.

<p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

The architect is responsible for coordinating the field functions of the engineering and other consultants.

<p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

Field review reports should be submitted by consultants in a format similar to that used by the architect.

<p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

The architect relies on the consultants to determine the value or percentage of work completed by each respective discipline.

<p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

The architect is responsible for preparing Certificates for Payment.

<p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

The architect is not required to establish an on-site presence during site meetings.

<p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

The minutes of the site meetings should indicate the actions required and who is responsible for the action.

<p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

The architect is always responsible for preparing the minutes of the site meetings.

<p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

Field reviews by engineers are not critical to the success of a building.

<p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

The architect is not responsible for complying with occupational health and safety legislation.

<p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

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