CD Communication & Stakeholder Engagement 3

Question 1

What is the main purpose of a Request for Information (RFI) in drafting and construction workflows?

Accepted Answer

To formally ask for clarification of ambiguous or missing drawing information

Answer

An RFI is the formal mechanism for resolving ambiguities or gaps in contract documents.

Question 2

A drafter emails a drawing revision but the recipient later claims they never agreed to the change. What practice would have prevented this dispute?

Accepted Answer

Requesting written acknowledgment or approval before implementing the revision

Answer

Written acknowledgment creates mutual, documented consent for changes.

Question 3

In stakeholder communication, active listening primarily involves:

Accepted Answer

Paraphrasing and confirming what the speaker said before responding

Answer

Active listening means confirming understanding, often by restating the speaker's points.

Question 4

Which meeting artifact ensures that action items from a design coordination meeting are tracked to completion?

Accepted Answer

Meeting minutes with assigned owners and due dates

Answer

Minutes with named owners and deadlines make follow-up accountable and trackable.

Question 5

A client repeatedly requests scope additions directly to the drafter, bypassing the project manager. The drafter should:

Accepted Answer

Politely redirect the requests through the formal change process and notify the project manager

Answer

Scope changes must flow through the formal change process to protect budget, schedule, and contract terms.

(CD) Certified Drafter Practice Test