SMSTS Project Planning and Management 2

Question 1

Under CDM 2015, who is responsible for preparing the Construction Phase Plan before work begins on site?

Accepted Answer

The Principal Contractor

Answer

The Principal Contractor must prepare the Construction Phase Plan before the construction phase begins.

Question 2

A Gantt chart is primarily used in project management to:

Accepted Answer

Display task schedules and timelines visually

Answer

A Gantt chart is a bar chart that visually represents a project schedule, showing start and end dates for tasks.

Question 3

What is the purpose of a 'look-ahead programme' on a construction project?

Accepted Answer

To plan work activities for the next 2–6 weeks in detail

Answer

A look-ahead programme plans near-term work in detail, typically covering the next 2–6 weeks to coordinate resources and activities.

Question 4

When planning site logistics, which factor most directly affects the sequencing of construction activities?

Accepted Answer

Lead times for material delivery

Answer

Material delivery lead times can create critical constraints on when activities can start, directly affecting sequencing.

Question 5

A 'critical path' in project scheduling represents:

Accepted Answer

The longest sequence of dependent tasks that determines project duration

Answer

The critical path is the longest chain of dependent activities; any delay to a task on it delays the whole project.

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