17 Questions
What is the primary purpose of the Master Format system?
To organize project information for commercial building design and construction projects
Which of the following is NOT a key benefit of using the Master Format system?
Ensures that all specifications are written in a consistent style
Who developed the Master Format system?
The Construction Specifications Institute (CSI) and Construction Specifications Canada (CSC)
Which version of Master Format is the most recent?
June 2018 Master Format
How does the Master Format system help with the coordination of specifications during a project?
It provides a standardized framework for organizing specifications
Which of the following is a correct example of using an imperative statement in specifications?
Place a label on the front of the data outlet face plate.
Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of a well-written performance specification?
It dictates the exact methods and means of construction.
Which of the following words or phrases should be avoided when writing specifications?
Should
What is the primary purpose of a specification in construction documents?
To describe the technical requirements for materials and workmanship.
Which of the following is a characteristic of a well-written specification?
It provides a concise and clear description of the required work.
Which of the following statements best describes the recommended writing style for specifications?
Aim for accuracy, brevity, and clarity by using simple sentences and common words.
What is the recommended way to define terms in specifications?
Terms should be defined in the contract, according to the text.
Which division of the MasterFormat is responsible for outlining the general requirements for a construction project?
Division 01 - General Requirements
Which of the following statements best describes the purpose of the "Specification Language" format mentioned in the text?
It is a format for coordinating specifications and organizing them into 16 divisions based on material, trade, or function.
What is the primary difference between a performance specification and a prescriptive specification?
A performance specification focuses on the end result, while a prescriptive specification dictates the means and methods.
What does the term "Provide" mean in the context of specifications?
To furnish and install materials or components, complete and ready for use.
Which of the following statements accurately describes the role of specifications in construction documents?
Specifications and drawings are complementary documents that together define the scope of work.
Study Notes
Specification Types
- A specification refers to a standard specification that indicates the properties desired in a material or component and the methods of testing required to substantiate the performance of products.
- Reference specification: stipulates the use of specific products, systems, or processes without provision for substitution.
- Proprietary specification: a specification that is unique to a particular organization or company.
Specification Writing Techniques
- Be accurate, brief, and clear.
- Avoid complex sentences and stilted language.
- Use simple sentences and common words.
- Write in simple declarative sentences or imperative statements.
- Start with a verb, a word of action.
- Avoid words like ALL, ANY, EVERY, SHOULD, COULD, PLEASE, MUST, IS TO.
Specification Language
- A format developed by the Construction Specifications Institute for coordinating specifications, filing of technical data and product literature, and construction cost accounting.
- Organized into 16 divisions based on an interrelationship of material, trade, or function.
Master Format
- A standardized format for specifications that provides organizations with a fixed framework for the organization of their specifications.
- Developed by Construction Specifications Institute (CSI) and Construction Specifications Canada (CSC).
- Master Format offers a standardized format for specifications, making it easier to locate information, assemble the Project Manual, and coordinate specifications during writing.
Master Format Updates
- Master Format 1995, Master Format 2004, and June 2018 Master Format.
Building Technology 4 Specifications Writing and Quantity Surveying
- Covers specifications writing using uniform system or masterformat, estimating methods, and quantity surveying.
- Objectives include:
- Classifying different divisions in the new and old master format.
- Identifying general and site requirements needed before proceeding to the actual construction.
- Distinguishing the difference between the works under general and site requirements.
- Implementing different estimating methods for both general and site requirements.
Division 01 General Requirements
- Includes general and site requirements needed before proceeding to the actual construction.
Types of Specifications
- Performance specification: stipulates how a particular component or system must perform without giving the means to be employed to achieve the results.
- Definition: part of the contract documents that consists of a detailed description of the technical nature of the materials, standards, and quality of execution of the work to be placed under contract.
Learn about Descriptive Specifications, Reference Specifications, and Proprietary Specifications in the context of specification writing. Understand the differences between these types and their significance in various industries.
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