UA Foreman Certification Course Exam Questions
and Answers
Why was the standard for excellence written? - -To set the UA apart from their non-union
competition, as a result of trends in the market place, and to refocus members and
leadership on why clients choose the UA
-There are three main themes to the message of the SFE, what are they? - -A declaration of
who the UA is. A commitment about what they will do. A promise that clients can count on
them.
-What are some of the duties of the membership of the UA as listed by the SFE? - -Show up
on time. Stay off cell phones while working. Have proper tools. Zero tolerance for drug and
alcohol abuse. Obey safety rules. Respect customer property. Dress appropriately. Follow
client rules. Put in a fair days work for a fair day's pay.
-How is market share defined? - -The percentage of total available market.
-For an average contractor, what percent of the total cost of a labor hour is the "on the
check" wages? - -Approximately 50%
-Assume the total cost of a labor hour is $60. If a worker with just 30 minutes a day, how
much will this cost the contractor in one year's time? - -$60 per hour equals $1 per minute
1 times 30 minutes equals $30 per day. 5 days per week x $30 per day equals $150. $150
per week times 50 weeks equals $7,500
-What is a prime contractor? - -The contractor that has a direct contract with the project
owner.
-If your company is the prime contractor, what subcontractors on the job site will you have
to manage? - -All of them
-What is a fixed price contract? - -A contract that defines the scope of work and the price
for that work.
-what are two skills or traits a foreman must have? - -Skilled in the work. Basic reading
writing and math skills. First aid training including CPR. Strong safety skills. Familiarity
with technical standards and an understanding of where to get information about
standards.
-Why must the foreman understand the scope of work? - -So he or she can protect it.
-Who could your contact on a construction project be? - -Owner general contractor piping
contractor or construction manager.
, -What is the primary task of the foreman? - -To manage and lead the crew.
-Name three characteristics great leaders share - -Open and honest. Willing to discuss
problems. Exceptional listeners. They welcome new ideas. They are role models. They are
flexible. They take personal responsibility and are accountable. They earn respect by
respecting others.
-Is there one ideal leadership style? - -No everyone is different in every situation is
different.
-What are some factors that motivate workers? - -Setting of goals in measurement and
communication of results. Good working relationships among crew members. Favorable
working conditions. Safe work site. Great planning. Availability of tools materials and
equipment. Exceptional communication. Recognition.
-What does a company have to do to comply with the Civil Rights Act? - -Ensure all
company facilities are desegregated. Maintain a working environment free from
harassment intimidation coercion other forms of discrimination
-What is the definition of the word harassment? - -Behavior that is not welcomed by the
recipient, and is offensive to a reasonable person.
-As the foreman what must you do if you are made aware of a situation that violates the
Civil Rights Act? - -Stop the behavior report it to your supervisor and document what
happen and what you did.
-What is a conflict? - -A belief not necessarily a fact that everyone can't get what they
want.
-What two questions should you ask yourself when analyzing a conflict? - -What is it
about? How did it get started?
-What is the first rule of negotiation? - -Understand the other person's needs.
-Why is preparation so important in a negotiation? - -Having time to prepare in having a
plan makes it easier to keep emotions in check.
-When is the best time to communicate rules, regulations, and expectations to new crew
members? - -On the first day of work on your job.
-What are some items you would need to communicate? - -Start and quit times. Break
times and locations. Special owner or GC rules. Productivity expectations. Safety. Cell phone
policy. Discrimination and harassment policies. What to do if they are hurt. What to do if
they can't come to work. Where to store tools.
and Answers
Why was the standard for excellence written? - -To set the UA apart from their non-union
competition, as a result of trends in the market place, and to refocus members and
leadership on why clients choose the UA
-There are three main themes to the message of the SFE, what are they? - -A declaration of
who the UA is. A commitment about what they will do. A promise that clients can count on
them.
-What are some of the duties of the membership of the UA as listed by the SFE? - -Show up
on time. Stay off cell phones while working. Have proper tools. Zero tolerance for drug and
alcohol abuse. Obey safety rules. Respect customer property. Dress appropriately. Follow
client rules. Put in a fair days work for a fair day's pay.
-How is market share defined? - -The percentage of total available market.
-For an average contractor, what percent of the total cost of a labor hour is the "on the
check" wages? - -Approximately 50%
-Assume the total cost of a labor hour is $60. If a worker with just 30 minutes a day, how
much will this cost the contractor in one year's time? - -$60 per hour equals $1 per minute
1 times 30 minutes equals $30 per day. 5 days per week x $30 per day equals $150. $150
per week times 50 weeks equals $7,500
-What is a prime contractor? - -The contractor that has a direct contract with the project
owner.
-If your company is the prime contractor, what subcontractors on the job site will you have
to manage? - -All of them
-What is a fixed price contract? - -A contract that defines the scope of work and the price
for that work.
-what are two skills or traits a foreman must have? - -Skilled in the work. Basic reading
writing and math skills. First aid training including CPR. Strong safety skills. Familiarity
with technical standards and an understanding of where to get information about
standards.
-Why must the foreman understand the scope of work? - -So he or she can protect it.
-Who could your contact on a construction project be? - -Owner general contractor piping
contractor or construction manager.
, -What is the primary task of the foreman? - -To manage and lead the crew.
-Name three characteristics great leaders share - -Open and honest. Willing to discuss
problems. Exceptional listeners. They welcome new ideas. They are role models. They are
flexible. They take personal responsibility and are accountable. They earn respect by
respecting others.
-Is there one ideal leadership style? - -No everyone is different in every situation is
different.
-What are some factors that motivate workers? - -Setting of goals in measurement and
communication of results. Good working relationships among crew members. Favorable
working conditions. Safe work site. Great planning. Availability of tools materials and
equipment. Exceptional communication. Recognition.
-What does a company have to do to comply with the Civil Rights Act? - -Ensure all
company facilities are desegregated. Maintain a working environment free from
harassment intimidation coercion other forms of discrimination
-What is the definition of the word harassment? - -Behavior that is not welcomed by the
recipient, and is offensive to a reasonable person.
-As the foreman what must you do if you are made aware of a situation that violates the
Civil Rights Act? - -Stop the behavior report it to your supervisor and document what
happen and what you did.
-What is a conflict? - -A belief not necessarily a fact that everyone can't get what they
want.
-What two questions should you ask yourself when analyzing a conflict? - -What is it
about? How did it get started?
-What is the first rule of negotiation? - -Understand the other person's needs.
-Why is preparation so important in a negotiation? - -Having time to prepare in having a
plan makes it easier to keep emotions in check.
-When is the best time to communicate rules, regulations, and expectations to new crew
members? - -On the first day of work on your job.
-What are some items you would need to communicate? - -Start and quit times. Break
times and locations. Special owner or GC rules. Productivity expectations. Safety. Cell phone
policy. Discrimination and harassment policies. What to do if they are hurt. What to do if
they can't come to work. Where to store tools.
