Project Planning & Scheduling Flashcards

Which phase of demolition project planning involves reviewing as-built drawings, structural reports, and utility records?

Answer: Pre-construction/due diligence phase

The pre-construction or due diligence phase involves reviewing all available records to understand the structure's composition and potential hazards before planning begins.

What does 'critical path' mean in the context of a demolition project schedule?

Answer: The longest sequence of dependent tasks that determines the minimum project duration

The critical path is the longest chain of dependent tasks; any delay to a critical path activity directly delays project completion.

During project planning, why should a demolition supervisor coordinate with local traffic authorities?

Answer: To plan truck haul routes, control debris transport timing, and prevent road damage or public traffic hazards

Coordinating haul routes and transport timing with traffic authorities prevents road damage, minimizes public disruption, and keeps debris trucks in compliance with local regulations.

A demolition project plan should include a communication plan that specifies:

Answer: Who receives notifications, how often, and what information is shared among the owner, supervisor, subcontractors, and regulators

A communication plan defines notification protocols, reporting frequency, and information flow among all project stakeholders and regulatory parties.

When planning equipment requirements for a demolition project, which factor should MOST influence the choice of primary demolition equipment?

Answer: Structural type, material composition, site access constraints, and debris removal method

Equipment selection must match the structural type, materials, site access, and debris handling plan to ensure safe and efficient demolition.

A project schedule shows that hazardous material abatement and structural shoring are on the critical path. What does this mean for the CDS supervisor?

Answer: Delays in abatement or shoring will directly delay the entire project completion date

Critical path tasks directly control project completion, so any delay in abatement or shoring extends the overall project timeline.

What is the role of a work breakdown structure (WBS) in demolition project planning?

Answer: It decomposes the project scope into manageable work packages that can be scheduled, costed, and assigned

A WBS breaks the total project scope into smaller, manageable work packages enabling accurate scheduling, cost estimating, and responsibility assignment.