Construction Management
What is the role of a construction manager?
To plan, coordinate, budget, and supervise construction projects.
What does OSHA stand for?
Occupational Safety and Health Administration
What is a “near miss”?
A near miss is an unplanned event that did not result in injury, illness, or damage — but had the potential to.
What does ABCD stand for in fall protection?
A = Anchor; B = Body harness; C = Connector; D = Descent/Rescue.
What’s the proper angle to set up a ladder?
4:1 ratio — for every 4 feet of ladder height, the base should be 1 foot away from the wall.
What is the difference between a project manager and construction manager?
A project manager oversees the entire project (schedule, budget, owner’s goals), while a construction manager focuses on day-to-day construction operations on-site.
What year was OSHA established?
1970
Name 5 types of accidents on construction sites.
Near Miss, Property damage, minor injuries, serious injuries, fatalities
What is PFAS?
Personal Fall Arrest System
How often should scaffolds be inspected?
Before each work shift and after any event that could affect scaffold integrity.
Name one skill every construction manager must have.
Leadership, communication, problem-solving, time management, budgeting, or technical knowledge (any is correct).
What is the OSHA “General Duty Clause”?
Employers must provide a workplace free from recognized hazards that could cause death or serious harm.
What’s the difference between an accident and an incident?
An accident causes injury or damage; an incident may not, but still disrupts normal operations
What’s the minimum height OSHA requires fall protection?
6 ft in construction; 4ft in general industry
What is one rule when climbing ladders?
Always maintain 3 points of contact, don’t carry heavy tools, face the ladder, don’t overreach.
Why is communication critical in construction management?
Because it ensures everyone is aligned, prevents misunderstandings, avoids delays, and increases efficiency.
Name one responsibility of employers under OSHA.
Provide PPE, training, safe equipment, and hazard-free work environments.
What are the 9 common causes of construction accidents?
Failure to Communicate, Rationalizing risk, unsafe conditions, Poor work habits, alcohol and drug abuse, Lack of Skills, Intentional Acts, Unsafe Acts,Mangement System Failure
Name the 4 types of hazards (Focus Four).
Falls, Struck-by, Caught-in/between, Electrocution.
What’s the maximum height a scaffold can go without tie-ins?
A scaffold can go up to 4 times its minimum base dimension before requiring tie-ins/supports.
Give one real-world example of a construction manager’s responsibility on-site.
Example: Scheduling subcontractors, approving materials, resolving on-site conflicts, ensuring safety compliance
How can OSHA citations impact a construction project?
They can cause delays, financial penalties, damaged reputation, and work stoppages.
Give a real-world example of an incident that could have turned into an accident.
Example: A falling tool that narrowly misses a worker’s head — no injury, but could have caused one.
Give one example of a “struck-by” hazard.
Flying debris, swinging crane loads, falling tools/materials, or a moving vehicle hitting a worker.
Name 2 ways to prevent ladder accidents.
Inspect ladders before use, set up on stable ground, use proper angle (4:1), don’t overload, secure at the top.