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Why did you use NC3 Vs NEC 4

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Because it was requested by the client due them being familiar with it

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What is the difference between NEC3 and NEC4

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  • New forms of contract - Design Build and Operate Contract (DBO), the alliance Contract (ALC), and the facilities Management Contract.
  • Improved clarity and simplicity across the suite
  • improved support for dispute avoidance, early contractor involvement, quality management and more
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what was included in your feasibility?

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  • revision record
  • quality assurance approvals
    -initial distribution
  • Executive summary
  • Scope of the report
    -Client Instruction
  • Limitations & Caveats
    -Site Visit
  • Existing site/structure
  • Proposed works to be considered
  • Risk, Assumptions &Dependencies
  • Constraints
  • Recommendations of specialist Surveys to be undertaken
  • Forward maintenance register
  • Sustainability
  • Assumptions
  • programme
  • conclusions &Recommendations
  • feasibility cost estimate
  • project risk register
  • proposed drawings
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What did you advise the client for the limitations

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  • The drawing wasn’t to scale, i took check dims when undertaking my initial scoping visit - i advised them to instruct a measured survey
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Are you competent to be designer and principle designer ?

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Yes i am for CDM but not for BSA

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How would you determine if an area needs to be compartment.

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I would check the fire a risk assessment, i would aso advise the client that if this was not up to date that it is required to be updated.

  • Parts of building for different purposes
  • Protected shafts
  • Places of special fire hazard
  • residential builds and health care
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Are you competent to do a fire risk assessment ?

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yes - has to be a responsible person, usually someone who is responsbile for the building and

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How would you determine if building requires an R&D survey.

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If the Building was built pre 2000 - and there was no record of R&D survey having already been undertaken - would you require one if their was an asbestos management plan

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who would you use to carry out asbestos work?

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Licensed vs non licensed and notifiable

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What is the difference between Licensed vs non licensed and notifiable

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  • Licensed asbestos removal is work that needs to be conducted by an HSE-licensed contractor because the risk involved is deemed to be high
    -Non-licensed asbestos removal means that the contractors do not need to be HSE-licensed to carry out the work as it is classified as lower risk - e.g. removal of floor tiles, textured decorative coatings- they still require training
  • Notifiable non-licensed asbestos work is removal area was large or if the project involved working with asbestos cement that was in poor condition
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When a variation occurs how do you tackle it ?

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So the contractor may raise a early warning or CE - if it requires a site visit i would undertake one to check what the contractor was claiming was correct. Contractor instructed to submit a quote - 3 weeks - contractor question - 2 weeks - the PM responds

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What legislation is associated with asbestos

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The uses of asbestos was banned in 1999. The control of asbestos 2012

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What is relevant event JCT ?

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An event that causes a delay to the completion date which is caused by the client or a neutral event.
Variations.
Exceptionally adverse weather.
Civil commotion or terrorism.
Failure to provide information.
Delay on the part of a nominated sub-contractor.
Statutory undertaker’s work.
Delay in giving the contractor possession of the site.
Force majeure (such as a war or an epidemic).
Loss from a specified peril such as flood.
The supply of materials and goods by the client.
National strikes.
Changes in statutory requirements.
Delays in receiving permissions that the contractor has taken reasonable steps to avoid.

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How would you determine adverse weather ?

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Where weather over a calendar month has occurred on average less frequently than once in ten years - JCT does not define it

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What is a relevant matter JCT?

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A matter which the client is responsible for that materially effects the progress of the works - can claim for direct loss and expense.

Failure to give the contractor possession of the site.
Failure to give the contractor access to and from the site.
Delays in receiving instructions.
Opening up works or testing works that then prove to have been carried out in accordance with the contract.
Discrepancies in the contract documents.
Disruption caused by works being carried out by the client.
Failure by the client to supply goods or materials.
Instructions relating to variations and expenditure of provisional sums.
Inaccurate forecasting of works described by approximate quantities.
Issues relating to CDM.

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Why does NEC use CE instead ?

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They do not treat compensation events as an allocation of blame, but rather an allocation of risk. Any risk that is not specifically identified as being attributed to the client is borne by the contractor.

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What is a requirement to go into contract ?

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1) Offer

2) Acceptance

3) Consideration

4) Intent to make legal relations

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What clause would you refer to for cooperation in NEC ?

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Clause 10.2 - he Parties [which means the Contractor and the Client], the Project Manager and the Supervisor act in a spirit of mutual trust and co-operation

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What is the difference between partial possession and sectional completion ?

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Sectional Completion = different completion dates for different sections of the works allowing the client to take partial possession of the completed parts whilst construction continues - Multiple completion dates - each section must be clearly defined and the amount of retention released for that section must specified for each section. Follows the usual handover procedures. Some work in the section may remain outstanding such as completion of commissioning as built ect which will cross over sections

  • Half of the retention is released for that section.
  • The Rectification Period begins for that section,
  • The contractor’s responsibility for insuring the works (if applicable) ends for that section.
  • The contractor’s liability for liquidated damages ends for that section.
    The employer is now responsible for any damages to the works for that section.
  • Difficulties with logistics on site when different sections are in the possession of different parties.
  • The protection of completed sections from ongoing work.
  • The provision of appropriate insurance at all times for all sections.
  • The adoption of appropriate health and safety measures to deal with risks resulting from occupation of areas adjacent to, or only accessible through ongoing construction works.
  • The provision of appropriate security measures.

Partial Possession = the same as sectional but after the contract documents are drawn. The contractor is not obliged to allow partial possession (although PP cannot be unreasonably withheld) and may not wish to e.g. access routes are difficult to achieve, disrupt the works, incur additional costs - occupants may disrupt the works which could result in a claim for an extension of time and/or loss and expense

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What is your role in stage 7 ?

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  • Post occupancy evaluation
  • any defects in the 12 month rectification period
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What are the limitations of NBS ?

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  • Limitation in terms of customisation for unique projects
  • Steep learning curve for beginners
  • Subscription and Cost Issues
  • Regular updates may cause inconsistencies between older specs and current ones
  • Version control issues- if multiple team member are working on the same spec, there can be problems with version control especially if changes arnt properly synchronized
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Early warning vs Risk Reduction Meeting ?

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NEC4 vs NEC 3

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What NEC Clause is for compensation events?

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60.1

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How Frequently should scaffolding be checked

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  • scaffolding should be inspected every 7 days as in accordance with the work from height regulations 2005
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How was the inspection regime devised for the propping works ?
The Provision and Use of Work Equipment Regulations 1998 - states that work equipment should be inspected at regular intervals. There isnt any defined number. The inspection regime was eventually agreed through a dedicated workshop with a number of people; including H&S managers, Structural Engineers, client reps and contractor (at the time MITIE). That workshop enabled us to gain a general consent and develop a design risk assessment to satisfy all parties.
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Did you have to apply for change of use for Doncaster ?
No because Recreation and Office are in the same category
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What topics does The Management of Health and Safety at Work Regulations 1999 cover ?
- Risk Assessment - Principles of prevention -H&S arrangements - Employee training/duties
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What is the H&S at Work Act 1974 and what is its aim?
The primary legislation covering occupational H&S. Its aims to secure the H&S of people at work and protect against risks Penalty = Imprisonment for a term not exceeding two years, or a fine, or both
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What does the Management of H&S at Work Regs 1999 do?
Places duty on employers to assess and manage risks to their employees and others arising from working activities. To use things how they have been trained, notify their employer of dangerous situations, notify employer of shortcomings to H&S, appoint competent persons
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What are the 9 principles of prevention under the Health and saftey at work act 1974
1 = avoiding risks 2 = evaluating the risks which cannot be avoided 3 = combating the risk at source 4 = adapting the work environment to the individual 5= adapting to technical progress 6= replacing the dangerous by the non or less dangerous 7 = developing a coherent overall prevention policy 8 = giving collective protective measures priority over individual protective measures 9 = giving appropriate instructions to employees SSG = 1 Elimination 2 substitution 3enginerring controls 4adinstrative controls 5 - PPE
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What is the 6 pack of regulations issued in 1992?
1-MHSAWR 2-Manual Handling operations regs 3- Display screen equipment regs 4- workplace(H,S, Welfare) regs, 5 - Provision and use of work equipment regs, 6-PPE
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What statutes are governed by the HSE?
- CDM regs 2015 - Control of asbestos 2012 - Working from height regulations 2005 - COSHH 2002 - H&S (Display Screen Equipment) Regs 1992. -Confined Spaces Regs 1997,
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When was these designs issues presented ?
The issue was raised at feasibility as such the different design solutions were presented alongside their associated issues and advantages and then proceeded with a detailed design of option 3
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describe the dimensions of the Ramp you installed
Visually contrasting floor slip resistant - what LRV ? gradient of 1:12 = so for every 12mm a ramp goes across horizontally it goes up by 12mm it goes up 1 mm - 2000mm in length and 1500 mm in width - landing at the foot and head of ramp = 1500 mm Clear railings to be positioned between 900mm and 1000mm from the top of the upper handrail to the pitch line of the surface of the ramp
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What are the requirements for handrails surrounding ramps?
Terminated in a way to prevent clothing hooked
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why did you just specify a ramp and not stairs?
- spatial requirements - as the total rise was less then 300mm (166mm)
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where should the alarm cord be positioned ?
1 red bangle 100mm from the floor the other between 900-1000mm
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Describe features of an accessible bathroom
1700min width , 2200 min length - wheelchair turning space (1500 x 1500 )mm - hand basin projecting less then 250mm - two clotes hooks one at 150mm and the other 1400mm above the floor - sanitary dispenser, disposal bin , shelf = 760mm above floor vertical handrails- 600mm between each one on either side of the mirror - one bear the toilet above the horizontal garb rail (680mm from the floor) Toilet positioned 500 mm from the wall and then dtop down rail 320mm from centre of the loo
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why was a traditional single tender used ?
competitive quality could be assured
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procurement Act 2023
The legal framework that governs modification during procurement is section 31, which states contracting authority is only permitted to make changes prior to the deadline for submitting tenders. Therefore as this deadline had passed the ability to change the tender was not possible.
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What type of concrete was the floor ?
cast in situ - had to avoid formwark and reinforcement - h
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Whats the difference between pre cast and cast in situ concrete and whats the adv and dis of each ?
Precast concrete is a good choice for large structures, such as bridges and water quality systems. Precast concrete is manufactured in a factory then delivered to the construction site, where it’s assembled. This process makes it easier to transport large pieces of precast concrete, which saves time and money in the long run. Precast concrete is also strong and durable because it doesn’t need to cure like other materials do, meaning you won’t have to wait months before putting your building up. Precast concrete can be used for many different projects due its high strength-to-weight ratio and resistance against fire or water damage In-situ concrete is a process of casting concrete in position. It is used for foundations, walls and floors. In-situ concrete can also be used in areas where it is difficult to transport materials such as certain building sites or underground. - uses formwork In-situ concrete has many benefits including: The concrete dries evenly and quickly due to its shorter production time; this means less chance of cracking resulting in a stronger finished product Substantial structural integrity because there is no chance of drying shrinkage cracking
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how did you know what type of concrete it is?
Could see the formwork/ could see the precast concrete planks formation?
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What are the potential issue with instructing the drawings know there will be a change
conflict, disputes over costs causing time delays
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How could you determine if a quote from a contractor is fair?
Refer to BCIS, Refer to Spoons, refer to original tender submission for similar elements
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Would the variation be allowed ?
Yes because it doesn't change the nature of works
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When are variations not allowed ?
Change the fundamental nature of the works. Omit work so that it can be carried out by another contractor. Be instructed after practical completion. Require the contractor to carry out work that was the subject of a prime cost sum.
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Can a contractor refuse to do a variation ?
there must be express terms in contracts which gives the power instruct variations. In the absence of such express terms the contractor may reject instructions for variations without any legal consequences then yes they can. But there was an express term in the contract
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What is the minmum slope for drainage ?
1:80 - as in accordance with BS:12056 1 1:50 fall to floor - BS8300
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What are some compensation events?
- change to scope - The client does not all acess - the client does not provide something which it is to be provided by the dates shown -the project manager does not reply to a communication by thr required date
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describe the dimensions of your accessible wet room ?
2400 x 2500 whb with 250mm projection a 1500mmx15000mm turning space Shower in the corner to have drop doen and rails in fromt and to the side of the tip up seat and vertical grab . Alarm pull cord positioned near the shower Toielt to have a drop down grab rail and horizontal grab rail grab rail each side of the mirror 600 mm space clohes hooks at 1400 mm and 1050 mm above floor level disposal bin flat top toilet
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What type of toilet where the single sex toilets?
Type C - 920 x 1465mm
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Can you tell me how you were appointed on the project ?
from a framework agreement
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What are the benefits of framework agreements ?
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How were the delay damages calculated?
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What are some of the lead designer duties?
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With the option that you chose can you please tell me specific items that you designed ?
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How did you determine what plywood was used?
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With your key issue two, what was your advice to the client? What option did you pick and why ?
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You have written that you used measurement, how has that been done ?
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What measurement standards did you refer too ?
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Can you confirm that you used a raised access floor - was it a raised access or was it a bespoke system ?
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Can you talk me through the construction technology of the raised access floor ?
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Can you talk me through the floor finish and how it was selected?
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In relation to the wider design of the accessible bathroom, can you just give me an overview of what advice you provided to your client for the necessity of this design ?
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Who designed the drainage?
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Can you talk me through the appointment of your sub consultant?
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How would you determine the level of insurance that you would apply to a contract between yourself and the client ?
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What would you do differently ?
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