BCGBC4007A Plan building or construction work

Test your knowledge
There are 23 questions in total for this test. You can answer all 23 questions in one sitting or you can choose to work through the questions one topic at a time.
There are six topics:
1.	Prepare condition report
2.	Prepare documentation
3.	Develop, track and revise project timeframes
4.	Organise materials
5.	Organise labour
6.	Occupational health and safety

Topic 1 - Prepare condition report (4 questions)
Question 1
What are three important factors to consider when carrying out an inspection for access to the site?
•	Whether the bricks are on-site, the foundation is poured and the framing is ordered
•	The weather report for the day, the amount of mud on-site and the condition of the fences on the property
•	Condition and location of crossover, nature strip and kerb-n-channel
The correct answer is: 
•	Condition and location of crossover, nature strip and kerb-n-channel.
If you did not get this answer correct it is advised that you do Topic 1.
Question 2
What major point(s) should you note when carrying out an inspection of neighbouring properties? 
•	Type and condition of all structures on the boundary
•	Structure and condition of any boundary fences 
•	If the neighbours drive the right kind of car for that neighbourhood
•	Whether the houses are of Victorian heritage

The correct answer is:
•	Type and condition of all structures on the boundary
•	Structure and condition of any boundary fences.
If you did not get this answer correct it is advised that you do Topic 1.
Question 3
What is required if a builder is to undertake the demolition of an existing structure?
•	A bulldozer or a drott
•	A suitable position for the morning tea table
•	A demolition permit and a written demolition plan
•	Permission from the neighbours
The correct answer is:
•	A demolition permit and a written demolition plan.
If you did not get this answer correct it is advised that you do Topic 1.
Question 4
What is required of the builder after the signing of the building contract?
•	The purchase of a new ute 
•	A check that all permits have been issued
•	Notification of the appointment of the builder to all the authorities
•	The issuing of a notice to the owner that the builder has occupied the site
The correct answer is:
•	Notification of the appointment of the builder to all the authorities
•	The issuing of a notice to the owner that the builder has occupied the site.
If you did not get this answer correct it is advised that you do Topic 1.

Topic 2 - Prepare documentation (4 questions)
Question 1
When using the HIA/MBA New Homes Contract, what would be important aspects for the site supervisor to note when looking at the documentation?
•	The construction time and the completion date 
•	Australian Standards
•	Any penalties
•	The liquidated damages

The correct answer is:
•	The construction time and the completion date 
•	Australian Standards.
If you did not get this answer correct it is advised that you do Topic 2.
Question 2
What is the standard time for a builder to start work - as specified in the HIA contract?
•	As soon as possible 
•	After the current projects are finished
•	Twenty-eight days from the signing of the contract or from the issue of a building permit
•	Sixty days from the signing of the contract or from the issue of a building permit
The correct answer is:
•	Twenty-eight days from the signing of the contract or from the issue of a building permit.
If you did not get this answer correct it is advised that you do Topic 2.
Question 3
Why does the builder pay an asset deposit fee to the local authority?
•	As a donation to the local authority
•	To ensure that the fire brigade will call
•	To get the power, gas and water connected
•	To pay for damage to the footpath, crossover and kerb-n-channel
The correct answer is:
•	To pay for damage to the footpath, crossover and kerb-n-channel.
If you did not get this answer correct it is advised that you do Topic 2.
Question 4
If there is a difference between what is specified and what is drawn on the contract drawings, what takes precedence? 
•	The specification 
•	The owner's instructions 
•	Whatever the sub-contractors thinks is the best design 
•	The architect's opinion 

The correct answer is:
•	The specification.
If you did not get this answer correct it is advised that you do Topic 2.

Topic 3 - Develop, track and revise project timeframes (6 questions)
Question 1
What is the simplest way to determine the construction sequence for the elements in a construction schedule?
•	Find out when the sub-contractors become available
•	Find out which materials can be delivered first 
•	Find out the sequence of trades as they are required on-site 
•	Rely on the experience of the site supervisor
The correct answer is:
•	Rely on the experience of the site supervisor.
If you did not get this answer correct it is advised that you do Topic 3.
Question 2
How are timeframes planned within the schedule ?
•	By coordinating with pay day 
•	By taking note of the number of days anticipated to complete that part of the work
•	By keeping an accurate digital clock in the office 
•	By referring to the schedule from the last project which was similar 
The correct answer is:
•	By taking note of the number of days anticipated to complete that part of the work.
If you did not get this answer correct it is advised that you do Topic 3.
Question 3
What should be allowed for in the project schedule?
•	The amount of money put aside for overtime payments 
•	The float - the time factor that allows for either early or late starting dates 
•	The number and size of plant and equipment that is required on-site 

The correct answer is:
•	The float - the time factor that allows for either early or late starting dates.
If you did not get this answer correct it is advised that you do Topic 3.
Question 4
If it rained for eight days and no work was possible, how would you re-schedule the construction plan?
•	See who is available to work next and give them a call 
•	Not worry about it as a few days over will not really matter 
•	Re-work the construction schedule where possible and try to stay within the finishing date 
•	Think about a well earned holiday and fit it in while the weather is poor
The correct answer is:
•	Re-work the construction schedule where possible and try to stay within the finishing date. 
If you did not get this answer correct it is advised that you do Topic 3.
Question 5
What is the critical path of a planning schedule?
•	The longest path from start to finish taken through the key elements of the job 
•	The shortest path possible from start to finish 
•	The placement of bunting along each side of the footpath before construction commences 
•	It is the process of making sure the employees are safe at work
The correct answer is:
•	The shortest path possible from start to finish.
If you did not get this answer correct it is advised that you do Topic 3.
Question 6
If you were in charge of three projects at the same time, why would an expanded construction schedule that included these projects be important?
•	It gives you another important looking document to add to the site file. 
•	So you could tell which stage of the project you were up to. 
•	It shows the movement of sub-contractors between different jobs and the control of cash flow.
•	It shows details about the deliveries of materials. 

The correct answer is:
•	It shows the movement of sub-contractors between different jobs and the control of cash flow.
•	It shows details about the deliveries of materials.
If you did not get this answer correct it is advised that you do Topic 3.

Topic 4 - Organise materials (4 questions)
Question 1
How would you source your supplier after you have been given a materials list from the estimate?
•	You can drive around and see if any businesses in the local area look good 
•	Look in the Yellow Pages for new companies to try 
•	Use your regular suppliers 
•	Check with your mates - they may suggest a good supplier 
The correct answer is:
•	Look in the Yellow Pages for new companies to try 
•	Use your regular suppliers. 
If you did not get this answer correct it is advised that you do Topic 4.
Question 2
After ordering your timber requirements, what process(es) do you need to complete before you can take delivery on-site ?
•	Ring the supplier and thank them for the delivery 
•	Acceptance of the quote 
•	Written order form giving the delivery date 
•	Clear a space for the timber that is under cover 
The correct answer is:
•	Acceptance of the quote 
•	Written order form giving the delivery date. 
If you did not get this answer correct it is advised that you do Topic 4.

Question 3
What temporary services and structures are required for a site?
•	Temporary power
•	Toilet facilities
•	Waste crate bin
•	Water connection
•	All of the above
The correct answer is:
•	All of the above.
If you did not get this answer correct it is advised that you do Topic 4.
Question 4
What are two methods of recording plant hire and temporary services to the site?
•	Appointments file on mobile phone
•	Call forward sheet
•	Diary
•	Administrative officer will remember
The correct answer is:
•	Call forward sheet
•	Diary.
If you did not get this answer correct it is advised that you do Topic 4.

Topic 5 - Organise labour (2 questions)
Question 1
How are personnel on a building site generally employed?
•	They may be permanent employees of the builder 
•	You just need the right equipment and to be there on time 
•	They are found from the Yellow Pages 
•	They may be regular sub-contractors for the builder

The correct answer is:
•	They may be permanent employees of the builder 
•	They may be regular sub-contractors for the builder.
If you did not get this answer correct it is advised that you do Topic 5.
Question 2
What staff would you require as a builder when managing the construction of ten medium-sized houses across the metropolitan area?
•	A secretary and a foreperson 
•	Two site supervisors and possibly a contracts manager 
•	A project manager, a contracts manager and two site supervisors
•	Two forepersons and an administrator
The correct answer is:
•	Two site supervisors and possibly a contracts manager.
If you did not get this answer correct it is advised that you do Topic 5.

Topic 6 - Occupational health and safety (3 questions)
Question 1
What is required of a builder before any person - sub-contractor or member of the public - is allowed on a building site?
•	That they check that the person has an industry induction card and has been inducted 
•	That they check that the person has the approval of the local council 
•	That they check that the person is wearing appropriate clothing 
•	That they keep a record of all inductions and all personnel on the site
The correct answer is:
•	That they check that the person has an industry induction card and has been inducted 
•	That they keep a record of all inductions and all personnel on the site.
If you did not get this answer correct it is advised that you do Topic 6.

Question 2
What are sub-contractors required to complete and sign in conjunction with the builder before starting work on the site?
•	An application for a new set of tools 
•	Pay sheet information
•	A Safe Work Method Statement
•	A statutory declaration regarding their Australian citizenship
The correct answer is:
•	A Safe Work Method Statement.
If you did not get this answer correct it is advised that you do Topic 6.
Question 3
A builder is required to demolish a structure containing asbestos that is currently on the site. What are the laws that control the input into the part of the construction project?
•	The builder can only demolish a structure that contains less than 10 square metres of asbestos
•	A Diploma is required for the safe removal of asbestos 
•	Anyone can remove asbestos if they wear a face mask 
•	Only a licensed demolisher can be employed for areas larger than 10 square metres which contain asbestos.
The correct answer is:
•	The builder can only demolish a structure that contains less than 10 square metres of asbestos
•	Only a licensed demolisher can be employed for areas larger than 10 square metres which contain asbestos. 
If you did not get this answer correct it is advised that you do Topic 6.
If you answered all the questions correctly you may wish to attempt the express pathway for this competency.

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