6.8. Practical Considerations in Construction Projects

Try these first

1. 1.

   What is the acronym used to remember the steps for testing water?

   Hint

   What can four letters help us remember about handling water?

2. 2.

   Why is it important to store water in overhead tanks?

   Hint

   Think about how tanks prevent pollutants from entering.

3. 3.

   What does the acronym 'TEST' stand for in the water testing process?

   • Test
   • Evaluate
   • Store
   • Treat
   • Treat
   • Employ
   • Study
   • Think
   • Transfer
   • Evaluate
   • Save
   • Test

   Hint

   What do you do before using water at the site?

4. 4.

   Proper storage of water should prioritize what aspect?

   • True
   • False

   Hint

   Think about whether water needs any protection on-site.

5. 5.

   Your team is working on a construction site in a remote area with poor access to piped water. What comprehensive steps would you take to ensure that your project has a continuous supply of high-quality water throughout the project?

   Hint

   Consider first sourcing options and then about the logistics in maintaining those sources across the project.

6. 6.

   During a particularly rainy season, you are tasked with managing a project where extensive water runoff occurs. What steps would you propose to ensure construction continues with adequate water quality?

   Hint

   Remember the importance of proactive measures to ensure quality sources amidst challenges.