Summary of Experiance Questions Flashcards
1) Briefly describe the different types of foundations and when or where they would be most appropriate.
- Strip foundations are most appropriate for small, light structures with a shallow depth
- Pad foundations are ideal for individual columns or vertical loads
- Raft foundations are suitable for larger, heavy structures with a spread-out load
- Pile foundations are best used in areas with soft, weak soil or where heavy loads need to be supported.
1) What are the different RIBA stages and what are the milestones associated with them?
Stage 0 - Strategic Definition
Stage 1 - Preperation and Breifing
Stage 2 - Concept Design
Stage 3 - Spacial Coordination
Stage 4 - Technical Design
Stage 5 - Manufacturing and Construction
Stage 6 - Handover
Stage 7 - Use
1) Why is the clients brief important and give 2 examples of a clients brief?
- The client’s brief outlines the specific requirements and expectations for a survey or inspection.
- It helps the surveyor tailor their approach, methods, and reporting to meet the client’s needs.
- Examples of a client’s brief could include pre-purchase building surveys and full building surveys for renovation projects.
2) How would you discuss with the client if their requirements aren’t feasible?
- Explain the issues clearly and provide evidence to support your claims.
- Suggest alternative solutions that could achieve similar outcomes.
- Discuss the potential implications of not meeting the original requirements.
- Seek agreement on the alternative solutions and document them in writing.
- Maintain a professional and respectful relationship with the client throughout the process.
2) How did you mitigate some of the potential risks at Schooner Court?
- Implement fall prevention measures such as edge protection, scaffolding or a Mobile Elevated Work Platform (MEWP).
- Use personal protective equipment like harnesses and safety lines.
- Provide appropriate training and instruction to workers involved in the cleaning operation.
2) Access the sustainability decisions made for Church Road under cost time and quality
- Time: Incorporating sustainable features may have added some time to the project schedule due to the research required.
- Cost: Sustainable materials and features may have slightly higher upfront costs but may provide long-term cost savings and align with the client’s ESG targets.
- Quality: Sustainable features may provide higher quality and better performance compared to traditional options, such as improved durability, indoor air quality, and preserving the character of the building.
2) What is the role of the PD?
- Plan, manage, and coordinate health and safety in pre-construction.
- Assist and advise the client in preparing information for designers and contractors.
- Work with other designers to eliminate or control health and safety risks.
- Ensure effective communication and cooperation among all parties involved in pre-construction.
- Liaise with the principal contractor to control risks during construction.
2) What is the difference between a risk and a hazard?
Hazard: what could cause injury or illness.
Risk: how likely it is that someone could be harmed and how seriously.
2) Give me an example how to mitigate a risk?
- Provide proper fall protection equipment to workers.
- Install physical barriers to prevent falls.
- Conduct regular safety training for workers.
- Conduct regular inspections of the equipment and barriers.
2) Give me example of sustainable features? How would you measure its effect on energy performance on a building before installing it?
- Renewable energy systems (solar, wind, geothermal).
- Water-saving features (low-flow fixtures, greywater recycling).
- Energy-efficient lighting and controls (LEDs, sensors).
- Sustainable materials (reclaimed wood, recycled insulation).
- Passive design strategies (natural ventilation, shading, orientation).
- Green roofs and walls for improved air quality and habitat.
- Bike storage, showers, EV charging for sustainable transport.
Carry out a draft EPC
2) What is ESG?
- ESG stands for Environmental, Social, and Governance.
- It’s a framework for evaluating the sustainability and ethical impact of a company’s operations.
- ESG factors include climate change, human rights, labor standards, executive compensation, and board diversity.
- By considering ESG factors, stakeholders can make more informed decisions that take into account long-term impacts.
3) At Waterside court, how did you decide which contractor would be the most suitable?
- Consider contractor’s experience and expertise in industrial refurbishment and knowledge of intumescent coatings.
- Assess contractor’s previous work to ensure required quality.
- Evaluate cost of contractor’s work in relation to project budget.
- Account for contractor’s availability and schedule.
- Check contractor’s references and reputation for similar projects.
3) What contractor selection advice did you give on Waterside and why?
3) When would option 1 at Church Road be best?
If defective beyond repair
3) At Church Road what product did you use?
Triflex ProTect
