N5 Building Administration

Flashcards created to aid in studying key concepts from the N5 Building Administration lecture notes.

Building Administration

The management of construction sites adhering to industry regulations and safety standards.

Preliminaries

Items needed to complete required works that do not form part of the works themselves.

Cash Flow

The amount of money flowing in and out of a company, essential for managing expenses and earnings.

Subcontractor

A contractor hired by the main contractor to complete specific works requiring specialized knowledge or tools.

Variations

Changes to the original scope of work agreed upon in the contract, often necessary due to project complexities.

Regulatory Body

An organization that enforces laws and regulations within a specific industry to protect public interests.

Maintenance

The actions taken to prevent equipment from failing in the construction industry.

Building Regulations

Principles, rules, or laws used to control or govern the behavior within the construction industry.

Handover Phase

The stage in construction where the completed work is officially transferred to the client.

Mass Haul Diagram

A graphical representation used in earthworks to show the volume of material moved during cutting and filling.