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UA FOREMAN CERTIFICATION COURSE QUESTIONS
WITH CORRECT ANSWERS SCORED A+/ NEWEST
UPDATE 2026/2027 (Already Graded A+)
Why was the standard for excellence written?
Ans: 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
What are some of the duties of the membership of the UA as listed by the SFE?
Ans: 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?
Ans: 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?
Ans: 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?
Ans: $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
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What is a prime contractor?
Ans: 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?
Ans: All of them
There are three main themes to the message of the SFE, what are they?
Ans: A declaration of who the UA is. A commitment about what they will do. A
promise that clients can count on them.
What is a fixed price contract?
Ans: A contract that defines the scope of work and the price for that work.
what are two skills or traits a foreman must have?
Ans: 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?
Ans: So he or she can protect it.
What is the primary task of the foreman?
Ans: To manage and lead the crew.
Name three characteristics great leaders share
© 2025/ 2026 | ® All rights reserved
UA FOREMAN CERTIFICATION COURSE QUESTIONS
WITH CORRECT ANSWERS SCORED A+/ NEWEST
UPDATE 2026/2027 (Already Graded A+)
Why was the standard for excellence written?
Ans: 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
What are some of the duties of the membership of the UA as listed by the SFE?
Ans: 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?
Ans: 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?
Ans: 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?
Ans: $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
© 2025/ 2026 | ® All rights reserved
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What is a prime contractor?
Ans: 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?
Ans: All of them
There are three main themes to the message of the SFE, what are they?
Ans: A declaration of who the UA is. A commitment about what they will do. A
promise that clients can count on them.
What is a fixed price contract?
Ans: A contract that defines the scope of work and the price for that work.
what are two skills or traits a foreman must have?
Ans: 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?
Ans: So he or she can protect it.
What is the primary task of the foreman?
Ans: To manage and lead the crew.
Name three characteristics great leaders share
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