MasterFormat & Specification Structure Flashcards
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Which MasterFormat division covers Conveying Equipment such as elevators and escalators?
Answer: Division 14
Division 14 is designated for Conveying Equipment including elevators, escalators, and lifts.
In MasterFormat, the Specifications group spans which divisions?
Answer: Divisions 01–49
The Specifications group contains Divisions 01 through 49, covering all technical and administrative specification sections.
A specification writer uses a 'performance specification' approach primarily to:
Answer: Define required end results without prescribing methods or materials
Performance specifications state required outcomes, leaving the contractor free to select methods and materials that achieve those results.
Which MasterFormat section number format indicates a Level 4 (narrowscope) classification?
Answer: 03 30 53
An 8-digit number (XX XX XX.XX) or a 6-digit ending in non-zero sub-digits indicates a narrowscope Level 4 section.
What does the 'Submittals' article in Part 1 of a specification section typically require?
Answer: Shop drawings, product data, and samples the contractor must submit for review
The Submittals article identifies shop drawings, product data, and samples required before or during construction.
Division 09 in MasterFormat covers which construction work category?
Answer: Finishes
Division 09 covers Finishes including drywall, flooring, painting, and ceiling systems.
Which term describes a specification that names a specific product and manufacturer but allows equivalent substitutions?
Answer: Open proprietary specification
An open proprietary specification names a specific brand as the standard of quality but permits approved substitutions.