RIBA Plan of Works

Question 1

What is the purpose of the RIBA plan of works?

Answer 1

• The RIBA Plan of Work provides a framework for building design and construction
• It divides the process into stages and defines tasks, processes, and information exchanges for each stage
• It aims to help professionals manage projects effectively and ensure quality and consistency
• It improves communication and collaboration among project team members.

Question 2

What stage is arguably the most important in a building’s life?

Answer 2

Stage 7

Question 3

Stage 0?

Answer 3

Strategic definition

Question 4

Stage 1?

Answer 4

Preparation and briefing

Question 5

Stage 2?

Answer 5

Concept design

Question 6

Stage 3?

Answer 6

Spacial coordination

Question 7

Stage 4?

Answer 7

Technical design

Question 8

Stage 5?

Answer 8

Manufacturing and construction

Question 9

Stage 6?

Answer 9

Handover

Question 10

Stage 7?

Answer 10

Use

Question 11

Describe stage 0

Answer 11

Define the project scope, design issues, and desired project outcome.

Question 12

What are some core tasks of stage 0?

Answer 12

• Preparing client requirements.
• Develop business cases for feasible options.
• Undertake site appraisals.

Question 13

Describe stage 1

Answer 13

Use the information gathered in stage 0 to draft an initial project brief.

Question 14

What are some key tasks in stage 1?

Answer 14

• Prepare Project Brief including Project Outcomes (Sustainability Outcomes, Quality Aspirations and Spatial Requirements).
• Undertake feasability studies.
• Source site information including site surveys.

Question 15

Which stages are the main design stages?

Answer 15

Stages 2, 3 and 4

Question 16

The submission time for planning consent will usually occur during or at the end of what stage?

Answer 16

Stage 3 (Spatial Coordination)

Question 17

Describe stage 4

Answer 17

Refinement of the existing design, Essentially preparing the necessary drawings and documentation required for tendering.

Question 18

Stage 5 signifies what?

Answer 18

The start of construction.

Question 19

Describe stage 6

Answer 19

This stage concludes all aspects of the building contract including:

• Rectifying any defects on the contractor’s part.
• Producing the final certificate on the contract administrator’s part.

Question 20

Describe stage 7

Answer 20

This includes any request for:
- H&S File documentation
- Any discussions regarding future alterations.
- Additional work and general advice.

Question 21

What is the biggest addition to the 2020 version from previous versions?

Answer 21

The sustainability strategy