UA Foreman Certification Course

UA Foreman Certification Course Why was the standard for excellence written? - To set the UA apart from their non-union competition, as a result of trends in the market place, and to refocus members and leadership on why clients choose the UA There are three main themes to the message of the SFE, what are they? - A declaration of who the UA is. A commitment about what they will do. A promise that clients can count on them. What are some of the duties of the membership of the UA as listed by the SFE? - Show up on time. Stay off cell phones while working. Have proper tools. Zero tolerance for drug and alcohol abuse. Obey safety rules. Respect customer property. Dress appropriately. Follow client rules. Put in a fair days work for a fair day's pay. How is market share defined? - The percentage of total available market. For an average contractor, what percent of the total cost of a labor hour is the "on the check" wages? - Approximately 50% Assume the total cost of a labor hour is $60. If a worker with just 30 minutes a day, how much will this cost the contractor in one year's time? - $60 per hour equals $1 per minute 1 times 30 minutes equals $30 per day. 5 days per week x $30 per day equals $150. $150 per week times 50 weeks equals $7,500 What is a prime contractor? - The contractor that has a direct contract with the project owner. If your company is the prime contractor, what subcontractors on the job site will you have to manage? - All of them What is a fixed price contract? - A contract that defines the scope of work and the price for that work. what are two skills or traits a foreman must have? - Skilled in the work. Basic reading writing and math skills. First aid training including CPR. Strong safety skills. Familiarity with technical standards and an understanding of where to get information about standards. Why must the foreman understand the scope of work? - So he or she can protect it. Who could your contact on a construction project be? - Owner general contractor piping contractor or construction manager. What is the primary task of the foreman? - To manage and lead the crew. Name three characteristics great leaders share - Open and honest. Willing to discuss problems. Exceptional listeners. They welcome new ideas. They are role models. They are flexible. They take personal responsibility and are accountable. They earn respect by respecting others. Is there one ideal leadership style? - No everyone is different in every situation is different. What are some factors that motivate workers? - Setting of goals in measurement and communication of results. Good working relationships among crew members. Favorable working conditions. Safe work site. Great planning. Availability of tools materials and equipment. Exceptional communication. Recognition. What does a company have to do to comply with the Civil Rights Act? - Ensure all company facilities are desegregated. Maintain a working environment free from harassment intimidation coercion other forms of discrimination What is the definition of the word harassment? - Behavior that is not welcomed by the recipient, and is offensive to a reasonable person. As the foreman what must you do if you are made aware of a situation that violates the Civil Rights Act? - Stop the behavior report