Construction Industry And Sustainability Flashcards
(20 cards)
What is the problem with invasive plants
If you do not manage invasive plants correctly, they’ll spread over time and could cause damage to structures like building foundations
What should you do if invasive plants are in your site
You should put up signs to warn people about the invasive species present
How can invasive plants be managed
By digging them up and burning them, spraying herbicides and disposal of soils containing plant material
What can invasive plants do to the environment
Can kill other plants, reduces biodiversity and altering habitats
What is NRM (New Rules of Measurement)
NRM provides a standard set of measurement rules.
Provides essential guidance for the cost management of construction projects and maintenance works
What is CESMM (Civil Engineering Standard Method Measurement)
CESMM provides and sets out procedures for the preparation of a bill of quantities for pricing and for the expressions and measurement of quantities of work
What is procurement
The process of acquiring goods and services needed for a construction project
What is procurement documentation
They can be paper or electronic, they are formal specific requests for a business to facilitate an equitable bidding process and protect the seller from claims of unfair procurement practices
What is JIT (Just In Time construction)
strategy designed to minimise waste, improve efficiency and reduce costs. It focuses on delivering materials, equipment and resources on site only when needed
What are listed building
They are buildings with a specific level of protection granted to a building deemed to be of national history or architectural importance. The protection is granted to both interior and exterior
How are listed building graded
They are graded by three grades
Grade I - the highest grade building of exceptional interest. Rarest grade
Grade II* - buildings of particular interest
Grade II - buildings of national importance
What are conservation areas
Conservation Areas can be created where a local planning authority identifies an area of special architectural or historic interest, which preserves careful management to protect that area
What is lean construction.
Lean construction is a project management approach that is based on managing and improving the construction process to profitably deliver what the client needs.
What is lean construction aimed at
Lean construction is aimed at maximising value for the customer by reducing waste and enhancing efficiency throughout the life - cycle of a construction project.
What is value definition in lean principles
Primary goal of lean construction is to define the value means for the client. Projects often fall short due to client expectations and project outcomes
What is the Elimination of waste principle in lean construction
Lean construction categorises waste into eight types, defects, over production, waiting, non utilised talent, transportation, inventory, motion and extra processing
What is workflow efficiency in lean construction
Lean construction emphasises smooth workflow and minimising inventory. Can be done by having materials delivered only when needed.
What is the continuous improvement principle in lean construction.
Continuous improvement encourages teams to constantly find better ways to do things. This happens through constant project monitoring.
What tools can be used in lean construction
LPS (last Planner System) is a collaborative project management system where work is planned in weekly and daily meeting.
VSM (Value Stream Mapping) involves creating a flow diagram to map onto each step in a construction process
What penalties can be handed out for health and safety breaches
An unlimited fine or a up to two years in prison. Also the site can be shut down or a temporary closure of works can be issued
