Site Management Flashcards
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Which factor MOST commonly causes fence posts to lean or heave in cold climate regions?
Answer: Frost heave from inadequate post depth below the frost line
Frost heave occurs when soil moisture freezes and expands, pushing posts upward if they are not set below the local frost line.
A site manager receives a change order from the customer mid-project requesting an additional gate. What is the FIRST step?
Answer: Document the change in writing with revised cost and timeline before proceeding
All change orders must be documented in writing with updated pricing and schedule impacts to protect both the contractor and the customer.
What does a right-of-way (ROW) restriction typically mean for a residential fence installation?
Answer: A portion of the property near the road may not be fenced without municipal approval
ROW strips are usually owned or controlled by municipalities; fencing within them without a permit can result in removal at the homeowner's expense.
Which method BEST prevents concrete from bonding to wooden post forms during foundation work?
Answer: Applying a form-release agent (form oil) before pouring
A form-release agent creates a barrier between the concrete and the form, making stripping easier and preventing damage to both the form and the concrete surface.
On a large perimeter fencing project, what is the BEST practice for managing material deliveries to avoid job-site congestion?
Answer: Schedule phased or just-in-time deliveries aligned with installation progress
Phased deliveries match material arrival to installation pace, reducing on-site clutter, theft risk, and material damage from unnecessary handling.
A customer's irrigation system is damaged during post-hole digging. The utility was not marked because it is a private system. Who is typically responsible for the repair cost?
Answer: The fence contractor, if the private system was not disclosed prior to digging
Private irrigation and electrical systems are not covered by 811 locates; if the customer did not disclose them and the contractor could not reasonably know, liability is shared, but contractors may bear responsibility if due diligence was lacking.
What is the purpose of performing a string-line layout before installing fence posts?
Answer: To establish a straight, level reference line for consistent post alignment
A string line provides a precise visual guide for post placement, ensuring the fence runs straight and level regardless of ground irregularities.