CDS Project Planning & Scheduling 3

Question 1

What is the purpose of establishing an exclusion zone around a demolition site?

Accepted Answer

To prevent unauthorized persons from entering areas where they could be struck by falling debris or equipment

Answer

An exclusion zone protects workers and the public from struck-by hazards caused by falling materials, swinging equipment, and demolition debris.

Question 2

When preparing a demolition project schedule, which resource is typically tracked on a resource-loaded schedule?

Accepted Answer

Labor hours, equipment, and major materials assigned to each task

Answer

A resource-loaded schedule assigns labor hours, equipment, and key materials to each task so supervisors can identify conflicts and over-allocations.

Question 3

A project owner requests an accelerated demolition schedule. What should the CDS supervisor evaluate FIRST?

Accepted Answer

Whether the accelerated schedule can be achieved safely with available resources and regulatory compliance

Answer

Safety feasibility and regulatory compliance must be assessed before committing to an accelerated schedule to prevent unsafe shortcuts.

Question 4

Which of the following is a key element of a demolition project's contingency plan?

Accepted Answer

Predefined responses to foreseeable risks such as utility strikes, structural collapse, or hazmat discovery

Answer

A contingency plan documents predefined responses to foreseeable risks, enabling rapid, organized action when unexpected events occur.

Question 5

In a demolition contract, a 'milestone' typically represents:

Accepted Answer

A significant event or completion point used to track project progress

Answer

A milestone is a key project event—such as completing hazmat abatement or structural demolition—used to measure and communicate project progress.

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