UA Foreman Certification Course
UPDATED Exam Questions and
CORRECT Answers
Why was the standard for excellence written? - CORRECT ANSWER- 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? - CORRECT
ANSWER- 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? - CORRECT
ANSWER- 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? - CORRECT ANSWER- 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? - CORRECT ANSWER- 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? - CORRECT ANSWER- $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? - CORRECT ANSWER- 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? - CORRECT ANSWER- All of them
, What is a fixed price contract? - CORRECT ANSWER- A contract that defines the scope of
work and the price for that work.
what are two skills or traits a foreman must have? - CORRECT ANSWER- 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? - CORRECT ANSWER- So he or she
can protect it.
Who could your contact on a construction project be? - CORRECT ANSWER- Owner
general contractor piping contractor or construction manager.
What is the primary task of the foreman? - CORRECT ANSWER- To manage and lead the
crew.
Name three characteristics great leaders share - CORRECT ANSWER- 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? - CORRECT ANSWER- No everyone is different in every
situation is different.
What are some factors that motivate workers? - CORRECT ANSWER- 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? - CORRECT
ANSWER- 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? - CORRECT ANSWER- Behavior that is not
welcomed by the recipient, and is offensive to a reasonable person.
UPDATED Exam Questions and
CORRECT Answers
Why was the standard for excellence written? - CORRECT ANSWER- 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? - CORRECT
ANSWER- 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? - CORRECT
ANSWER- 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? - CORRECT ANSWER- 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? - CORRECT ANSWER- 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? - CORRECT ANSWER- $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? - CORRECT ANSWER- 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? - CORRECT ANSWER- All of them
, What is a fixed price contract? - CORRECT ANSWER- A contract that defines the scope of
work and the price for that work.
what are two skills or traits a foreman must have? - CORRECT ANSWER- 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? - CORRECT ANSWER- So he or she
can protect it.
Who could your contact on a construction project be? - CORRECT ANSWER- Owner
general contractor piping contractor or construction manager.
What is the primary task of the foreman? - CORRECT ANSWER- To manage and lead the
crew.
Name three characteristics great leaders share - CORRECT ANSWER- 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? - CORRECT ANSWER- No everyone is different in every
situation is different.
What are some factors that motivate workers? - CORRECT ANSWER- 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? - CORRECT
ANSWER- 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? - CORRECT ANSWER- Behavior that is not
welcomed by the recipient, and is offensive to a reasonable person.
