2.3.12 Take-Over Procedures, Commissioning, and Post-Occupancy Evaluations

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Which of the following is a normal part of the architect's basic services performed at the end of contract administration?

  • Post-occupancy evaluation
  • Warranty period
  • Take-over procedures (correct)
  • Commissioning

When does commissioning typically start?

  • At the beginning of a project (correct)
  • After the building is complete
  • When a project nears construction completion
  • During the warranty period

What is commissioning?

  • Ensuring new building systems perform interactively according to the documented design intent (correct)
  • Taking over a project by the client
  • Providing professional services to the client
  • Reviewing defects and deficiencies during the warranty period

Who often provides commissioning as an additional service?

<p>An independent third party (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

According to the text, when is the date on the certificate usually the date of deemed completion of the contract?

<p>When the contract is deemed complete (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does the outstanding amount in some provincial lien acts represent?

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

What does the architect prepare a certificate for?

<p>Release of holdback monies (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the OAA/OGCA Take-Over Procedures, Document 100?

<p>To describe the transfer of project ownership (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which step in the take-over process involves the certification of substantial performance of the work?

<p>Certification of Substantial Performance (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of publishing the certificate of substantial performance in a construction trade newspaper?

<p>To provide proof of publication date (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

When does the warranty period for the project commence?

<p>On the date of certification of substantial performance of the total contract (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the holdback monies in a construction project?

<p>To ensure that deficiencies are corrected (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a key factor in the systems verification process?

<p>The architect and engineers agreeing upon contract values (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What can happen if systems verification is not conducted properly?

<p>Delays and claims (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What should be in place before beginning a building operator training program?

<p>Complete and accurate operating and maintenance manuals (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who is responsible for reviewing defects and deficiencies during the warranty period?

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

Which one of the following best describes the role of the Authority Having Jurisdiction in the issuance of an Occupancy Permit?

<p>The Authority Having Jurisdiction is responsible for the final issuance of an Occupancy Permit. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which one of the following is NOT a purpose of the commissioning process?

<p>To develop a logic diagram for the project. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of a commissioning agent in large and complex projects?

<p>To verify that the facility design and construction satisfy the client's objectives. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What should be included in the bid documents prepared with input from the commissioning agent?

<p>The commissioning plan and specifications. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is the purpose of the architect's periodic reviews of the project following occupancy?

<p>To ensure that all systems are operating correctly (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

During the first year of operation, why is it usually necessary to confirm the performance of certain mechanical or electrical systems?

<p>To ensure that the systems are functioning properly (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What may void portions of the contractor's obligation under the contract?

<p>Alterations to any work by the client's own forces during the warranty period (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who does the architect conduct the periodic reviews with?

<p>The client or the client's personnel (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of confirming the client's understanding of the operations manuals and programmed default settings?

<p>To advise the client on programmed default settings (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

True or false: The architect's periodic reviews of the project following occupancy are conducted to ensure that all systems are operating properly?

<p>True (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

True or false: Alterations to any work by the client's own forces during the warranty period may void portions of the contractor's obligation under the contract?

<p>True (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

True or false: During the first year of operation, it is usually necessary to confirm the performance of mechanical or electrical systems that are used primarily during a certain season of the year?

<p>True (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

True or false: The architect is responsible for arranging inspection and verification of mechanical or electrical systems during the first year of operation?

<p>True (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

True or false: The architect's periodic reviews are conducted with the client or the client's personnel to determine their understanding of the operations manuals and programmed default settings?

<p>True (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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