FE Civil - Conceptual Questions and
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What are advantages of the Design-Build project delivery over the Design-Bid-Build approach?
There is a single point of contractual responsibility for the owner for the entire project
The design includes significant collaboration between the Engineer and the Contractor
The schedule can be fast-tracked and the construction can begin before the complete project
design is finalized
An indemnification clause in an engineer's design contract is typically tied to: Negligent
engineering design
Collusion on a construction project typically refers to? A practice where multiple
contractors conspire to fix the prices or rig bids
When does OSHA require trench protection systems be installed for the safety of workers?
For trenches 5 feet deep or greater unless the trench is made entirely in stable rock
, When should a reconstruction conference be held? After execution of an agreed,nt but
before Notice to Proceed
What types of submittals require engineer approval? Product data
Shop drawings
Mill certificates
Example of what is meant by "substantial completion" with respect to a construction contract?
Project can be used and occupied by the owner but there is still a punch-list of minor work
remaining
What is a typical amount of retainage on a project? 5%
What are the best practices for temporary erosion and sediment control? Silt fence
Check dams
Mulching
Concrete washout stations
Answers|Latest Update
What are advantages of the Design-Build project delivery over the Design-Bid-Build approach?
There is a single point of contractual responsibility for the owner for the entire project
The design includes significant collaboration between the Engineer and the Contractor
The schedule can be fast-tracked and the construction can begin before the complete project
design is finalized
An indemnification clause in an engineer's design contract is typically tied to: Negligent
engineering design
Collusion on a construction project typically refers to? A practice where multiple
contractors conspire to fix the prices or rig bids
When does OSHA require trench protection systems be installed for the safety of workers?
For trenches 5 feet deep or greater unless the trench is made entirely in stable rock
, When should a reconstruction conference be held? After execution of an agreed,nt but
before Notice to Proceed
What types of submittals require engineer approval? Product data
Shop drawings
Mill certificates
Example of what is meant by "substantial completion" with respect to a construction contract?
Project can be used and occupied by the owner but there is still a punch-list of minor work
remaining
What is a typical amount of retainage on a project? 5%
What are the best practices for temporary erosion and sediment control? Silt fence
Check dams
Mulching
Concrete washout stations
