DOMAIN 4: CONSTRUCTION DOCUMENTS Flashcards
What are the basic standards that drawings should follow?
- Info on drawings is complementary to the specs and should not duplicate info
- Generic notes on materials / components should IDENTIFY, *not describe *
- Do not cross reference between drawings and specs with “Refer to Specifications” or “See Specifications”
What elements should the drawings show for each material, assembly, component, equipment, and accessory?
- Location
- Identification
- Dimension and size
- Details and diagrams of connections
- Shape and form
What are the four
methods of specifying?
- Descriptive
- Performance
- Proprietary
- Reference Standard
D(r.) P(ep)PR
What is the difference between an open and closed proprietary specification?
Open
* Competition is stronger
* May allow alternate products
* May alleviate problem with overpriced sole-sourced products
Closed
* May list 1 or more products
* Substitutions are not permitted
* Documents can be completed to a high level of detail
* Reduces variables
* Promotes accurate pricing
What are the two groups
of MasterFormat?
- Procurement and Contracting Requirements Group
- Specifications Group
What is the difference
between MasterFormat
divisions and sections?
Divisions – A group of related construction practices or work results
Sections – A part of the specifications covering one portion of the project requirements
What are the three parts of a specification section and what type of information is included in each?
PART 1 GENERAL
Describes administrative and procedural requirements
PART 2 PRODUCTS
Describes systems, assemblies, equipment, products, materials, fabrications, and mixes
**PART 3 EXECUTION **
Describes field/site installation or application
What elements of a specification section are addressed by PageFormat?
- Margins
- Page arrangement
- Headers and footers
- Title zone
- Part designation
- Articles, paragraphs, and subparagraphs
- Indentations
- Text justification
- End of section
- Tabular data and graphics
- Typesetting and fonts
- Practices to avoid
What is the difference between indicative mood and imperative mood?
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Indicative Mood
Uses a passive voice that requires the use of “shall” in nearly every statement -
Imperative Mood
Uses a verb that clearly defines action in the first word of a sentence
What is the technique used in specifications that
places the subject first which provides keywords
for quick reference?
Streamlining
What documents are typically included in the procurement requirements of Division 00?
- Available info
- Instructions (for procurement)
- Forms and supplements (for procurement)
- Solicitation
A(merican) I(nstitute) (of) F(lying) S(quirrel) S(uits)
What project forms are typically included in the contracting requirements of Division 00?
P(ay) P(er) C(lick)
- Payment bond
- Performance bond
- Certificates
P(ay) P(er) C(lick)
What is the purpose of the general conditions and the supplementary conditions?
General Conditions
They define the basic relationships, responsibilities, and rights of the parties associated with the construction of a project
Supplementary Conditions
They modify the general conditions when necessary to fit needs of a specific project
What information is included in Division 01 – General Requirements?
AP(pa)R(ently), T(easing) F(at) C(ats), P(er) R(ecommendation) F(rom) S(ymon), L(eaves) C(ats) A(nnoyed)
- Administrative and procedural requirements
- Temporary facilities and controls
- Performance requirements for facilities and systems
- Life cycle activities
How does Division 01 – General Requirements relate to the procurement requirements, contracting requirements, and specifications?
Procurement Requirements
Cross reference to sections in DIV 01
Contracting Requirements
Expand upon the requirements in the general conditions
Specifications
Broad enough to apply to all sections in Divisions 02 - 49
