UA Foreman Test 1 & 2 Questions and
Correct Answers
Question 1
As a foreman what should ALWAYS be your FIRST priority when planning of a project?
Correct Answer
B. Developing a job strategy before the job begins
Question 2
One of your crewmembers is highly experienced journeyman who only wants to "do
things their own way." As a foreman, what is the BEST effective way to handle this
worker?
Correct Answer
A. Listen to their ideas but make the final decision on how to proceed yourself.
Question 3
When is "fall protection" REQUIRED on a job site?
Correct Answer
B. Within 6 feet of an opening
Question 4
Furnish and install 4" drain tile or other type of approved by local code authority. The
contractor is to furnish and place gravel in accordance with requirements of local
code authority. Which of the following is the MOST accurate statement?
Correct Answer
D. Footing drains shall be 4 inches
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,Question 5
As general rule, when is the BEST time for a foreman to schedule effecting meetings
with their work crew?
Correct Answer
C. At the beginning of the shift.
Question 6
Which in the following best illustrates the PRIMARY role of a foreman?
Correct Answer
B. To Effectively manage and lead the crew
Question 7
A "Log Book" is the most appropriate place to document which of the following?
Correct Answer
A. The events that occurred on the job site each day.
Question 8
What does OSHA stand for?
Correct Answer
Occupational Safety and Health Administration
Question 9
While working at a job site, your crew members become hostile toward a non union
contractor doing the same work right next to them. How would you as a foreman
uphold the United Associations Standard for Excellence in this situation?
Correct Answer
C. Tell your crewmembers that they are professionals and should act professional
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, Question 10
Certain steps are typically followed when starting a job. Among those listed below
which of the following options correctly identifies the order these steps should be
completed?
Correct Answer
C. Sketch, Layout, Order Material, Install.
Question 11
When working in locations high off the ground, the area should be:
Correct Answer
D. All of the above
Question 12
Using the formula below what is the correct 45-degree offset when you have a rolling
offset where the roll is 8 inches and the rise is 6 inches?
Correct Answer
C. 10 inches
Question 13
Which of the following purchasing procedures is MOST likely to reduce material
handling time?
Correct Answer
A. Bag and Tag all materials as appropriate
Question 14
There are guidlines for installing the correct size of septic tank. Septic tanks shall have
a minimum size of 1,500 gallons. If a larger size is required by local authorities, the
contractor shall comply with local codes but allow in his or her bid for the cost
associated with such increase in size.
According to the paragraph above, who is responsible for installing the correct sized
septic tank?
Correct Answer
A. Contractor
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Correct Answers
Question 1
As a foreman what should ALWAYS be your FIRST priority when planning of a project?
Correct Answer
B. Developing a job strategy before the job begins
Question 2
One of your crewmembers is highly experienced journeyman who only wants to "do
things their own way." As a foreman, what is the BEST effective way to handle this
worker?
Correct Answer
A. Listen to their ideas but make the final decision on how to proceed yourself.
Question 3
When is "fall protection" REQUIRED on a job site?
Correct Answer
B. Within 6 feet of an opening
Question 4
Furnish and install 4" drain tile or other type of approved by local code authority. The
contractor is to furnish and place gravel in accordance with requirements of local
code authority. Which of the following is the MOST accurate statement?
Correct Answer
D. Footing drains shall be 4 inches
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,Question 5
As general rule, when is the BEST time for a foreman to schedule effecting meetings
with their work crew?
Correct Answer
C. At the beginning of the shift.
Question 6
Which in the following best illustrates the PRIMARY role of a foreman?
Correct Answer
B. To Effectively manage and lead the crew
Question 7
A "Log Book" is the most appropriate place to document which of the following?
Correct Answer
A. The events that occurred on the job site each day.
Question 8
What does OSHA stand for?
Correct Answer
Occupational Safety and Health Administration
Question 9
While working at a job site, your crew members become hostile toward a non union
contractor doing the same work right next to them. How would you as a foreman
uphold the United Associations Standard for Excellence in this situation?
Correct Answer
C. Tell your crewmembers that they are professionals and should act professional
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, Question 10
Certain steps are typically followed when starting a job. Among those listed below
which of the following options correctly identifies the order these steps should be
completed?
Correct Answer
C. Sketch, Layout, Order Material, Install.
Question 11
When working in locations high off the ground, the area should be:
Correct Answer
D. All of the above
Question 12
Using the formula below what is the correct 45-degree offset when you have a rolling
offset where the roll is 8 inches and the rise is 6 inches?
Correct Answer
C. 10 inches
Question 13
Which of the following purchasing procedures is MOST likely to reduce material
handling time?
Correct Answer
A. Bag and Tag all materials as appropriate
Question 14
There are guidlines for installing the correct size of septic tank. Septic tanks shall have
a minimum size of 1,500 gallons. If a larger size is required by local authorities, the
contractor shall comply with local codes but allow in his or her bid for the cost
associated with such increase in size.
According to the paragraph above, who is responsible for installing the correct sized
septic tank?
Correct Answer
A. Contractor
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