HKSMM4R

Question 1

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Approximate Quantites

Answer 1

Quantities used when the work can be described according to SMM rules but the exact quantity cannot be determined.

Question 2

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Provisional Sums

Answer 2

Sums required for defined or undefined work, with detailed descriptions for tenderers to make pricing allowances.

Question 3

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General Principles

Answer 3

Principles in the Hong Kong Standard Method of Measurement related to drawings, specifications, and listing of contract documents.

Question 4

Tabulated Format

Answer 4

A format based on the United Kingdom SMM7, used in the fourth edition of the Hong Kong Standard Method of Measurement.

Question 5

Classification Tables

Answer 5

Tables in the Hong Kong Standard Method of Measurement that provide information on work classification and rules.

Question 6

Cross Reference

Answer 6

References within the classification tables of the Hong Kong Standard Method of Measurement for further details on work descriptions.

Question 7

Measurement Rules

Answer 7

Rules in the Hong Kong Standard Method of Measurement that specify when and how work should be measured and quantities computed.

Question 8

HONG KONG STANDARD METHOD OF MEASUREMENT OF BUILDING WORKS

Answer 8

The standard method of measurement for building works in Hong Kong that has evolved through various editions to meet the changing construction and contracting methods.