Chap 9 - Executing the Work

Question 1

T/F: The contractor is required to confirm completeness and accuracy of the contract documents, and to ascertain that the contract documents are in accordance with applicable codes and regulations.

Answer 1

FALSE:

CAPG 9.2.2

Question 2

If the contractor discovers errors, omissions, or inconsistencies in the contract documents, or discovers nonconformity with applicable codes and regulations, then……

Answer 2

…the contractor is obligated to notify the A/E in the form of an RFI.

CAPG 9.2.2

Question 3

What are coordination drawings and who prepares them?

Answer 3

Coordination drawings are prepared by the contractor primarily to coordinate related work, which is shown on several different contract drawings or shown schematically by the drawings.

CAPG 9.3.2

Question 4

What is phasing:

Answer 4

Phasing is:
…the division of major portions of a project…
…separated by sequence and time intervals…
… to allow continued or early use.

CAPG 9.4

Question 5

When phasing is required on a project, where will the requirements be set forth?

Answer 5

….in Division 01 of the project manual.

CAPG 9.4

Question 6

T/F: Construction means and methods are within the purview of the A/E.

Answer 6

FALSE: Construction means and methods are the sole responsibility of the contractor.

CAPG 9.6

Question 7

Several of the critical components of successful means and methods are as follows:

Answer 7

Successful means and methods include:

• regular progress meetings
• communicate with the members of the construction team
• have contingency plans for unexpected events
• follow the construction progress schedule and keep it updated

CAPG 9.6

Question 8

If the product is not stored correctly, the product may be damaged and the _________

Answer 8

….warranty may be voided before it is installed in the project.

CAPG 9.7 Intro

Question 9

T/F: Each installer should inspect previously completed work prior to starting the installer’s own work.

Answer 9

TRUE: This procedure is a QA action that will help prevent compounding defects.

CAPG 9.8

Question 10

Installation procedures are specified in:

Answer 10

….PART 3—EXECUTION of individual specification sections.

CAPG 9.10.2

Question 11

If installation standards are specified by reference, then the installer _________________

Answer 11

….must understand the requirements of the referenced standards and should have a copy of each referenced standard.

CAPG 9.10.2

Question 12

T/F: The quality of workmanship required for each project is established by the contract documents.

Answer 12

TRUE:

CAPG 9.10.4

Question 13

T/F: Construction specifications identify the quantitative requirements for products, materials, and workmanship

Answer 13

FALSE: Construction specifications identify the qualitative requirements for products, materials, and workmanship

CAPG 9.10.4

Question 14

The contractor should perform _______ throughout the project, to ensure __________.

Answer 14

…. regular inspections
…. conformance to the contract documents.

CAPG 9.10.5

Question 15

T/F: The contractor is not responsible to ensure elements of work not constructed with the contractor’s own forces are in compliance with the contract documents.

Answer 15

FALSE: The fact that the contractor did not perform an element of work with the contractor’s own forces does not excuse the contractor from compliance with the contract documents.

CAPG 9.10.5

Question 16

The procedures and responsibilities for cleaning and construction waste management are listed where?

Answer 16

….in Division 01— General Requirements

CAPG 9.11 Intro

Question 17

The contract may allow the owner to _________ if periodic project cleaning is not done, or _________ .

Answer 17

….withhold monies from the contractor, or
….the owner may have the cleaning done and request a contract modification for the costs incurred.

CAPG 9.11.1

Question 18

On sustainable projects, the cleaning methods are often required to comply with ___________ for general-purpose cleaning and toilet room cleaning.

Answer 18

….the environmental standard Green Seal 37

CAPG 9.11.1

Question 19

Sustainable projects will require the contractor to develop and implement a ___________

Answer 19

….construction waste management plan, which complies with an established industry-recognized reference standard.

CAPG 9.11.2

Question 20

The contractor has an obligation to protect the work until:

Answer 20

….the owner takes possession, as any damage done in the interim is usually the contractor’s responsibility.

CAPG 9.12.2

Question 21

Requirements for protection of the public are typically specified in:

Answer 21

….Division 01—General Requirements, Section 01 50 00, Temporary Facilities and Controls.

CAPG 9.12.3

Question 22

T/F: The A/E specifies who is responsible for testing.

Answer 22

False: The contract documents specify who is responsible for testing.

CAPG 9.13 Intro

Question 23

The party responsible for payment of the testing agency may vary, but _____________

Answer 23

….the contractor is always responsible for scheduling the testing.

CAPG 9.13 Intro

Question 24

Who gets copies of the test reports?

Answer 24

For documenting required testing: the contractor and the A/E.

The contract documents may also require the testing agency to submit copies of test reports to the owner, the A/E, the applicable subcontractor, and AHJs.

CAPG 9.13 Intro

Question 25

Who pays for retesting when initial inspections and tests indicate that work does not comply with the contract documents?

Answer 25

….the contractor

CAPG 9.13.1

Question 26

Who pays the costs of fees for the A/E for re-review of new inspection/test information?

Answer 26

The contractor is normally required to pay for retesting when initial inspections and tests indicate that work does not comply with the contract documents. This includes additional A/E fees.

CAPG 9.13.1

Question 27

The contractor is responsible for scheduling the test/inspection, and for providing adequate notice to _____

Answer 27

….all parties involved in testing and inspection., such as the owner and A/E if their personnel need to be present during testing.

CAPG 9.13.2

Question 28

Who is responsible for assembling and maintaining accurate record documents?

Answer 28

….the contractor

CAPG 9.15.6

Question 29

Record documents typically include:

Answer 29

Record documents typically include:

• Record drawings
• Record project manual
• Record submittals
• Start-up logs

CAPG 9.15.6

Question 30

Record drawings should include contract modifications such:

Answer 30

• addenda,
• change directives,
• minor changes in the work, and
• change orders.

CAPG 9.15.6

Question 31

The location and identification of any existing buried or concealed items that were encountered during the project should be shown where?

Answer 31

…on the record drawings.

CAPG 9.15.6

Question 32

Record submittals should be indexed and ordered how?

Answer 32

…. according to MasterFormat®.

CAPG 9.15.6

Question 33

Record shop drawings should be clearly labeled with:

Answer 33

• MasterFormat® section number
• the manufacturer’s or fabricator’s name, address, telephone number, fax number, web site address, and e-mail address.

CAPG 9.15.6