CEAC Contractor Coordination & Project Management

Question 1

When a CEAC consultant is overseeing a bathroom grab bar installation, which step should occur FIRST after the client approves the recommendation?

Accepted Answer

Obtain necessary permits and verify contractor licensing

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Begin installation immediately to minimize disruption

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Purchase grab bars from the lowest-cost supplier

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Schedule a follow-up assessment before any work begins

Question 2

Which document should a CEAC consultant review to ensure a contracted home modification meets accessibility standards prior to construction?

Accepted Answer

Scope of work and specifications document

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The contractor's portfolio of past projects

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The client's insurance policy terms

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Local real estate market reports

Question 3

A CEAC consultant discovers mid-project that a contractor has deviated from the agreed accessibility specifications. What is the MOST appropriate immediate action?

Accepted Answer

Document the deviation and notify the client and contractor in writing

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Allow the contractor to finish and address issues afterward

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Terminate the contractor immediately without documentation

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Reduce final payment without informing the contractor

Question 4

When selecting a contractor for home accessibility modifications, which credential is MOST relevant to verify?

Accepted Answer

Licensure, bonding, and insurance in the state where work will be performed

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Membership in a local business association

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Number of years the contractor has been in business

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Availability to start work within 24 hours

Question 5

What is the purpose of a pre-construction site visit conducted by the CEAC consultant?

Accepted Answer

To verify existing conditions and ensure the project plan is feasible

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To negotiate a lower price with the contractor

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To replace the need for building permits

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To determine if the client qualifies for funding

Question 6

A client's home modification project has multiple phases. What project management tool is MOST useful for coordinating contractor schedules and tracking completion?

Accepted Answer

A Gantt chart or phased project timeline

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A verbal agreement with each contractor

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A single invoice submitted at project end

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A handwritten punch list kept by the client

Question 7

Which statement BEST describes the CEAC consultant's role during the construction phase of a home modification?

Accepted Answer

To monitor progress, verify compliance with specifications, and communicate with all parties

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To perform the physical installation of accessibility equipment

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To act as the general contractor for all subcontractors

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To handle all financial transactions between client and contractors