CHC Project Planning & Delivery 3

Question 1

What distinguishes a Master Plan from a Facility Assessment in healthcare construction planning?

Accepted Answer

A Master Plan sets long-term development strategy; a Facility Assessment evaluates current physical and functional conditions

Answer

A Facility Assessment evaluates the current state of a facility, while a Master Plan charts strategic growth and capital project sequencing over time.

Question 2

In a healthcare construction project, which scheduling method is best suited for sequencing complex, interdependent activities across multiple floors simultaneously?

Accepted Answer

Critical Path Method (CPM) with activity precedence relationships

Answer

CPM with precedence relationships (finish-to-start, start-to-start, etc.) accurately models complex interdependencies and identifies the true critical path.

Question 3

A hospital is constructing a new patient tower adjacent to the existing facility. What is the PRIMARY infection control concern during the site work and foundation phase?

Accepted Answer

Dust and airborne particulate infiltration into the occupied building

Answer

Excavation and earthwork generate large amounts of dust containing fungal spores (e.g., Aspergillus) that pose severe risks to immunocompromised patients if they infiltrate the existing facility.

Question 4

During value engineering on a healthcare project, a proposed substitution reduces first cost but has a higher life-cycle cost. How should the CHC present this trade-off to the owner?

Accepted Answer

Present total cost of ownership analysis showing both first cost savings and long-term operational cost impact

Answer

Value engineering evaluates life-cycle cost, not just first cost; presenting total cost of ownership allows the owner to make an informed decision.

Question 5

Which submittal type provides the contractor's planned approach for a specific work scope, such as concrete mix design or infection control, for the engineer's review?

Accepted Answer

Method statement / Work plan

Answer

A method statement or work plan details how the contractor intends to execute a specific activity, allowing the engineer or infection control officer to review the approach.

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CHC Project Planning & Delivery 3