Subcontractor Coordination Flashcards
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A subcontractor asks to store large equipment in the client's driveway overnight. What is the lead carpenter's best response?
Answer: Obtain written client permission and document it before allowing storage
Using client property for storage requires documented client consent to avoid liability and maintain professional relationships.
What does 'float' mean in the context of a project schedule?
Answer: The amount of time a task can be delayed without delaying the project
Float (or slack) is the scheduling buffer that allows non-critical tasks to slip without pushing back the project end date.
Which insurance certificate must a lead carpenter verify before allowing a subcontractor to begin work on a residential remodel?
Answer: Workers' compensation and general liability
Workers' compensation covers sub employees for job-site injuries, and general liability protects against property damage or third-party claims.
During framing, the HVAC subcontractor needs a chase that conflicts with a planned closet. How should the lead carpenter resolve this?
Answer: Hold a coordination meeting with the HVAC sub and designer to find an acceptable solution
Conflicts between trades and design intent require a coordinated discussion with all affected parties before any work proceeds.
A finish carpenter subcontractor's work has minor defects discovered during the punch list phase. What is the correct process?
Answer: Document each defect in writing and require the sub to correct before final payment
Punch list defects must be formally documented and corrected by the responsible sub before final payment to maintain accountability.
What is the primary reason a lead carpenter should confirm subcontractor material lead times early in the project?
Answer: To prevent schedule delays caused by late material deliveries
Long-lead items like windows, cabinets, or specialty hardware can delay entire project phases if not ordered well in advance.
When a subcontractor's employee is injured on site, who should be notified immediately in addition to emergency services?
Answer: The lead carpenter, general contractor, and the sub's insurance carrier
Incident reporting protocols require prompt notification to site management and insurance carriers to initiate workers' compensation and document the event.