Assignment Task 1: Timely payments and variation request (Maximum of 500 words)
You are required to take corrective action and complete requisite form as per Metharom's policy.
A) Michael has requested for a variation which will cause a slight variation in cost and delay of a week in the estimated schedule (refer to appendix A for additional information). You will need to complete the variation document provided and submit to the assessor.
B) The site supervisor claims for clean-up costs as back charge to the subcontractor. As per the contract, the subcontractors are required to leave the place of work in neat, clean condition. Complete the relevant form and justify the back charge using Metharom policy. Refer to Appendix B.
In total, this Assignment Task must be no more than 500 words.
Assignment Task 2: Prepare an analytical report. (Maximum of 800 words)
Analyze the situations below, and prepare a report explaining how you would prevent them from occurring again in the future. You will need to provide a solution for each scenario.
A) A significant problem has been identified with the cabinetry, which was completed by a subcontractor carpenter. This has resulted in a requirement for re-work. The re-work has delayed the schedule by at least two weeks, and has an additional cost because of the labour and materials required. Ensure corrective actions are taken and communicated with written documentation. Write a memo to the carpenter addressing the unsatisfactory work.
B) The supplier of tiles for this project is waiting on an outstanding payment. This is affecting Metharom's reputation and relationship with the supplier, which will result in losing out on the discount given to Metharom for regular payments.
C) Site safety has not been monitored effectively resulting in two minor accidents so far (refer to appendix C).
In total, this Assignment Task must be no more than 800 words
In preparation of this report you will need to:
- include a brief introduction
- use sub headings
- use bullet-point format to summarize the report
- follow each point or list of points with a clear explanation
- Use analytical thinking to identify, evaluate and solve problems in areas of project planning and site management
Assignment Task 3: Maintain a site diary. (Maximum of 800 words)
There is an inspection scheduled to be conducted next week by the construction manager. You are required to share the complete site diary that is maintained at the site.
A) Each work site is allowed $500 to spend on emergencies and unexpected costs. In the last week 2 employees have withdrawn money from this allowance.
Bob needed to buy a new drill due to the old one breaking unexpectedly (at a cost of $93.50)
The plumber had 8 boxes of washers that has been taken from his truck while onsite (worth $38.96)
This information needs to be recorded into the site diary, Also complete the withdrawal form as a process followed at site (refer to appendix D).
B) Below are the pending entries that need to be recorded in the site diary (additional information in appendix E).
- Dispute on disrespectful behaviour & bullying by one of the employees at site
- Meeting conducted on workplace safety to induct all employees on new equipment handling
- Unsatisfactory work notice (as completed in Assignment Task 2b)
- A schedule of the inspections that is required on a domestic building site
- Site instruction/ file note - the client requesting to change the colour of the front door from black to white now. The cost is the same but still needs to be documented and clarified. (Complete the site instruction form) Appendix E
- Incidents and accidents at work site (Assignment Task 2d)
Appendix E: Site instruction form
Once the diary is complete, it is to be submitted to the construction manager (your assessor will play the role of the construction manager).
In total, this Assignment Task must be no more than 800 words
Assignment Task 4: Prepare procedures to ensure quality outputs. (Maximum of 500 words)
Write a quality control procedure that details how you will:
a) Inspect the site to ensure that the work being performed meets legislative, regulative, and contractual quality requirements
b) Organise inspections carried out by the building surveyor
c) Communicate quality requirements and expectations to the work team
You will need to create one checklist that monitors the build for quality at the end of the base stage. These documents must be compiled into one procedural document and submitted to your assessor.
In total, this Assignment Task must be no more than 500 words
Assignment Task 5: Meet with the client to determine any defect liabilities. (Max 250 words)
Meet with the client (to be played by your assessor). Together, you will inspect and discuss any problems with the house that the client wants fixed before handover. If defects are found they will need to be recorded into the defect liability checklist, and you will need to discuss how the defects will be fixed. You and the client will both need to sign the checklist to indicate your agreement.
Your assessor will be looking for:
- Communication skills
- Problem solving ability
- Understanding of how to rectify defects
Appendix F: Defect liability checklist template
Assignment Task 6: Prepare a business letter regarding handover for the client. (Maximum of 300 words)
Prepare a business letter for the client that explains what will happen during the handover process. This letter is to keep the client informed, and ensure that they are aware of what is the status of the project.
You will need to include information regarding:
a) The inspection process
b) Certificates and warranties that are provided to the client, including termite protection and appliance warranties (list minimum 4)
c) Handover procedures (list minimum 5 things that can be included in the procedure)
This letter must contain no more than 300 words.
Assignment Task 7:
Q1. What is the accepted deposit a builder can charge for home building work in Victoria?
Q2. What is the primary reference document that controls acceptable standards of low-rise construction projects?
Q3. List any five certificates and documents a builder has to provide to the owner as part of the handover procedures
Q4. What does the final line of a contractual variation approval Show a subcontractor?
Q5. Explain the procedure for variations in brief?
Q6. What is a Defects Liability Period in construction?
Q7. What is quality control in construction industry?
Q8. Who can make claims under the Building and Construction Industry Security of Payment Act 2009 (the Act)?
Q9. What work does not require a below ground sanitary drainage inspection?
Q10. What is the Act by which the contractor rights are protected?
Attachment:- Conduct onsite supervision of building.rar