Is the structural engineer of the project or someone else responsible for the structural design of the formwork for concrete elements? Give reasons for your answer.

What will be an ideal response?


The structural engineer employed by the general contractor (GC) designs concrete formwork. The reason is that the formwork is a part of the "means and methods of construction," which is entirely within the domain of the GC's work.

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Which of the following is characteristic of a task group?

a. Created to accomplish a wide range of purposes b. Formed by the members c. Has a stated or implied time horizon d. Can be an autonomous work group or a functional group e. Purposes may not be consistent with those of the organization

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Which of the following tasks is commonly done with a power stapler but not with a power nailer?

a) Applying sheathing b) Applying decking c) Installing ceiling tile d) Applying roofing material

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For what fitting angle are rise and run equal?

Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).

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