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 T70(E)(A8)T
APRIL EXAMINATION

NATIONAL CERTIFICATE

BUILDING ADMINISTRATION N6
(4090056)

8 April 2016 (X-Paper)

09:00–12:00

This question paper consists of 4 pages.

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DEPARTMENT OF HIGHER EDUCATION AND TRAINING

REPUBLIC OF SOUTH AFRICA
NATIONAL CERTIFICATE
BUILDING ADMINISTRATION N6
TIME: 3 HOURS
MARKS: 100

INSTRUCTIONS AND INFORMATION

1. Answer ALL the questions.

2. Read ALL the questions carefully.

3. Number the answers according to the numbering system used in this question
paper.

4. Drawings and sketches should be without scale but in good proportion.

5. Write neatly and legibly.

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QUESTION 1

1.1 Choose a description from COLUMN B that matches an item in COLUMN A.

Write only the letter (A–E) next to the question number (1.1–1.5) in the
ANSWER BOOK.

COLUMN A COLUMN B
1.1.1 Accident prevention A provide guidance, education,
training and motivation to various
1.1.2 NOSA echelons of management

1.1.3 Machinery and Occupational B management must want to

Safety Act reduce injuries badly enough

1.1.4 General safety measures for C provides for the safety of persons
builders in the workplace

1.1.5 Safety committee D employers may choose a

member to serve on it to address
safety issues

E all openings in floors and

stairways must be adequately
boarded over
(5 × 2) (10)

1.2 List any TEN basic rules for the safe use of ladders in construction work. (10)
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QUESTION 2

2.1 State FIVE documents that are prepared for the discussion during pre-
tendering. (5 × 2) (10)

2.2 State FIVE objectives of costing in construction. (5 × 2) (10)

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QUESTION 3

3.1 Define the following concepts:

3.1.1 Method study

3.1.2 Work measurement

3.1.3 Principal building agreement

3.1.4 Method statement

3.1.5 Outline programme of construction

(5 × 2) (10)

3.2 Write any FIVE acts or bylaws together with their functions pertaining to
construction work. (5 × 2) (10)
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QUESTION 4

4.1 State FOUR causes of waste that needs the supervisor's attention and give
ONE example of each. (4 × 2) (8)

4.2 Explain SIX functions of the health and safety committee. (6 × 2) (12)
[20]

QUESTION 5

5.1 State FIVE characteristics of each of the following:

5.1.1 Master programme (5)

5.1.2 Section programme (5)

5.2 State any FIVE purposes of a programme. (5 × 2) (10)

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TOTAL: 100

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NATIONAL CERTIFICATE

APRIL EXAMINATION

BUILDING ADMINISTRATION N6

8 APRIL 2016

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QUESTION 1

1.1 1.1.1 B
1.1.2 A
1.1.3 C
1.1.4 E
1.1.5 D
(5 × 2) (10)

1.2  Always avoid bringing a ladder into contact with electricity.

 Place the support ladder so that its feet are a quarter of its length to the top
from the object it is resting against.
 Unless the ladder is securely tied at the top it should always be held in
position by another person whilst in use.
 Wherever possible it should extend 1 m above its supports.
 Ladders should be inspected at frequent intervals.
 Defective ladders should be repaired or replaced.
 As paint conceals defects, use varnish or two coats of oil instead.
 Keep ladders clean because dirt hides defects.
 Do not leave ladders lying on the wet ground.
 Ladders lying on the floor may cause workers to trip and to fall.
 Do not use ladders horisontally as walkways.
 Tools and equipment should be hauled up by rope.
 Never leave the ladder where it may fall.
 Never place the ladder in front of a doorway.
 The ladder should be equipped with safety feet.
 Store the ladder in a cool place.
 Use both hands when climbing up and down the ladder.
 Only one person at a time should use a ladder.
 Do not leave tools or other equipment on the top of a ladder.
 Use the correct ladder for each job. (Any 10 × 1) (10)
[20]

QUESTION 2

2.1  Tender summary of inquiry

 Master file of correspondence
 Site inspection report
 Method statement
 Outlined programme of construction (5 × 2) (10)

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2.2  To disclose and run profitable activities.

 To analyse the various items of expenses incurred by each cost unit.
 To provide data comparisons of costs of the firm and that of a similar
company.
 To provide information upon which estimations and tenders may be based.
 To indicate the exact cause of a decrease or increase in profit or loss.
 To disclose weakness in the production operations in order to stimulate the
invention of a new and improved process.
 To indicate comparative costs of different types of machines and methods
of production.
 To show the effect on profits when the job is not producing to its full
capacity. (Any 5 × 2) (10)
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QUESTION 3

3.1 3.1.1 A systematical recording and critical examination of existing and

proposed ways of doing the work.

3.1.2 An application of techniques designed to establish the time that a

qualified worker needs to carry out specified jobs at a defined level
of performance.

3.1.3 An act that has been approved by BIFSA or ASAQS.

3.1.4 It is a method of construction.

3.1.5 It is a construction programme plotted in months.

(5 × 2) (10)

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3.2  Principle of a building agreement

Those that are approved by BIFSA and ASAQS.
 Sub-contract
It is the agreement between the main contractor and the sub-contractor.
 National building regulations
Contractors are required to conform to bylaws and regulations regarding
the erection of hoardings and walkways.
 Apprenticeship Act
Regulates the training and employment of apprentices.
 Training artisan Act
Supplementary to the Apprentice Act regarding training facilities and
makes further provisions for the training of adults.
 Industrial Council Act
To prevent and settle disputes between employers and employees.
 Unemployment Insurance Act
Provides for insurance of workers who are contributors to the
unemployment fund.
 Occupational Health and Safety Act
Provides for the health and safety of persons at work.
 Compensation for Occupational Injuries and Diseases Act
Provides for payment of compensation to employees for occupational
injuries and diseases. (Any 5 × 2) (10)
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QUESTION 4

4.1 Waste of space

 Improper storage of materials.
 Faulty layout of machines.
 Improper storekeeping and store management.
 Inefficient lighting.
 Keeping unnecessary materials at the workplace.

Waste of manpower
 Favouritism and injustice.
 Not keeping promises.
 No intelligent leading and direction.
 Unfulfilled promises in regard to wages and promotions.

Waste of materials
 Machines are not adjusted.
 Labourers are not properly instructed.
 Labourers are not instructed of new work.
 Failure to follow each job's instructions.
 Ordering more materials.

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4.1 Waste of time

 Lack of proper planning.
 Lack of knowledge of work.
 Lack of order, tool supplies and portable equipment.
 Unnecessary talking and visiting on the job.
 Lack of tools and equipment.

NOTE: Only ONE example at each point is correct (4 × 2) (8)

4.2  The committee makes recommendations about health and safety

aspects.
 It reports incidents or accidents.
 They may issue a written report to the inspector.
 They must keep records of recommendations, incidents and reports.
 The committee and their members are liable to fulfil the above-mentioned
functions.
 The employer must see to it that the committee do their work as
specified. (6 × 2) (12)
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QUESTION 5

5.1 5.1.1  It includes the full contract period.

 It includes the complete work in broad overall terms.
 Time is plotted in months and weeks.
 Holiday periods are shown as well as allowance for lost
production.
 Possession and completion dates are shown by appropriate
symbols.
 Every major item of work is listed down the left-hand side with
the imported total quantities.

5.1.2  It states a short section of work.

 It prepares for every major item that requires more treatment.
 Each trade can be considered in close detail.
 Time is plotted in weeks using specific dates.
 Holiday periods with other silent dates are transferred from the
master programme.
 Operations are written on the left-hand side.
 It shows methods to be adopted, types of plants to be used and
labour requirements for each trade.
(Any 5 × 2) (10)

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5.2  Records the agreed intentions with the client.

 Supplies a timetable for coordinating issues with drawings and information.
 Prepares the basis for the introduction of payments by results or other
incentives.
 Shows the sequence of operations and the total output rates required of
the labour and the plants.
 To provide a yardstick for progressing and costing.
 To furnish the promoter with the likely financial requirements.
(Any 5 × 2) (10)
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TOTAL: 100

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