Construction Supervision NCV Level 4 — Document
November 2022 — NCV Level 4 — Construction Supervision
NCV Level 4
2022
NCV Engineering
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1.1Choose the correct personnel members from the list below for each of the following definitions used to describe the functions and responsibilities of various construction site personnel. Write only the correct word or words next
1.1.10\n the ANSWER BOOK. resident engineer; clerk of works; building /site surveyor; surveyor; general foreman ; nominated sub contractor; building
1.1.1This person form the head of each one of the various working groups and delegates work to the artisans, apprentice and labourers.
1.1.2It is his/her duty to check the material when it arrives on site, to sign the delivery note and to record the goods.
1.1.3On large projects, where local communities are an important part of the project, he/she must be employed to maintain good relations with the people around.
1.1.4This person must ensure that the building is on the right spot, plumb and that the floor levels are at a designed height.
1.1.5A secondary contractor, but he/she concludes a contract with the main contractor.
1.1.6It is his/her duty to organi all activities and to ensure the smooth running of the construction.
1.1.7The local authority official who makes sure that building regulations are adhere to.
1.1.8This person claim and settle interim payments and the final account with the q uantity surveyor.
1.1.9This person represents the rchitect on site, and monitors and certifies work and material to his/her satisfaction.
1.1.10He/she represents the engineer on site, and monitors and certifies work and material to his/her satisfaction. (10 1\
1.2List FIVE eeds (in the correct sequ ence\s outlined in Maslow' s hierarchy of needs. (5\
1.3Briefly define the following terms:
1.3.1Motivation (2\
1.3.2A self fulfilling prophecy (3\ [20]20
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2.1Outline reasons for signing off work at different stages of the project. (2\
2.2NOSA is a leading global supplier of occupational risk management services nd products that enhance the client' s business performance. List SIX program me s offered by NOSA.
2.3xplain what llowable tolerance mean (2\ [10]10
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3.1Accidents are preventable and can be avoided with proper safety training, precautions, and common sense. List FIVE points that need to be taken into consideration while working on any construction site.
3.2Construction site supervisors have an important role to play in reducing the amount of rework. State FIVE common causes of rework. (5\ [10] 1201047410
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4.1Complete the following cost control system for Shosholoza Constructions. Write only the correct answer next to the question number (4.1.1
4.1.7\in the ANSWER BOOK. Updated costs at week 4 (all amounts are in rands\ Activity 10 20 30 40 Total Foundation
4.2Choose only THREE factors that can affect productivity from the list given below. Project and complexity of design Weather conditions Worker ' availability Discussions with the local semi
4.3Explain the role played by the following members during a meeting:
4.3.1Chairperson
4.3.2Secretary (2 2\ (4\
4.4Briefly explain what normally happens under the following headings during any meeting:
4.4.1Minutes of previous meeting
4.4.2Apologies (6\ [20] (12010474\20
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5.1Briefly explain the rights of employees according to the Basic Conditions of Employment Act (75 of 1997\ (5\
5.2Name FOUR categories of communication failure in the workplace. (4\
5.3Outline SIX sources of grievances in the workplace. (6\ [15]15
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6.1Give SIX examples of each of the following offences:
6.1.1Very serious offences
6.1.2Offences that may result in summary dismissal (12\
6.2Give THREE reasons why conflict occurs in the workplace. (3\ [15]15
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7.1Drawing schedules
7.2Material certificates
7.3Attendance register
7.4Site instructions
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Total100 marks
Sections20 + 10 + 10 + 20 + 15 + 15 + 10 = 100 marks
Paper information
TitleDocument
SubjectConstruction Supervision
LevelNCV Level 4
Document typeQuestion paper
Year2022
MonthNovember
Pages6
Downloads3
Examination context
Decade2020s
Years ago4y
SeasonSpring (SH)
Start dayTuesday
Exam periodNovember 2022
Days since exam1,440
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