CONSTRUCTION
II. ASSESSING REPAIRS AND GIVING A QUOTE
install new plumbing
repaint the exterior
put on a new roof
1. ESSENTIAL COMPONENTS OF A HOUSE
electrical utilities
wooden flooring
housing contractor
design plan
concrete foundation
Before construction begins, a needs to be worked out.
A is the person in charge of a construction project.
The first step in building a house is putting in the .
After the foundation is installed, the is built.
The outside sides of a house are called the sides.
in a house can be made of hardwood, laminate or tile.
in a house include the wiring systems and plumbing systems.
A is the person in charge of a construction project.
The first step in building a house is putting in the .
After the foundation is installed, the is built.
The outside sides of a house are called the sides.
in a house can be made of hardwood, laminate or tile.
in a house include the wiring systems and plumbing systems.
2. HOME REPAIRS
refinish the flooring
redo the wiringinstall new plumbing
repaint the exterior
put on a new roof
Well, this house definitely needs some work. I suggest that you make several changes to your house, since it's quite old.
We’ll have to . There are two major leaks in your current one. We’ll need to sides of your house since there are many spots with serious paint chipping. Next time we meet, let’s choose a paint color for your house’s exterior.
The in your house should and you should probably . Also, you might want to think about all of the in your house for a final touch. What do you think?
We’ll have to . There are two major leaks in your current one. We’ll need to sides of your house since there are many spots with serious paint chipping. Next time we meet, let’s choose a paint color for your house’s exterior.
The in your house should and you should probably . Also, you might want to think about all of the in your house for a final touch. What do you think?
3. NECESSITY AND ADVICE
You should probably install new plumbing.
You might want to think about refinishing the flooring.
I suggest that you make several changes.
We'll need to repaint the exterior.
We'll have to put on a new roof.
The wiring should be replaced.
Suggest a change
You might want to think
You should probably
I suggest that
If I were you, I'd
You ought to
State a necessary change
We'll need to
We'll have to
It needs
III. GIVING ON-SITE SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
1. UNDERSTANDING WARNING SIGNS
DANGER! BLASTING AHEAD! - To warn people that there will be explosions nearby.
DANGER! CONSTRUCTION ZONE! - To warn people that they are about to enter a construction site.
AUTHORIZED PERSONNEL ONLY - To male sure only people who have permission enter the site.
2. TOOLS AND MACHINERY
Tools
saw
level
screwdriver
measuring tape
jackhammer
Machinery
excavator
forklift
bobcat
dump truck
compressor
electric generator
1. Wear protective gloves when cutting wood with a .
2. Danger. Do not stand underneath when is lifting large loads.
3. Notice. Use if no power source available.
4. Attention. Due to dangerous air pressure, only authorized personnel to use .
5. Notice. Always use when checking length of framing.
6. Danger. Watch out for your thumb when using .
2. Danger. Do not stand underneath when is lifting large loads.
3. Notice. Use if no power source available.
4. Attention. Due to dangerous air pressure, only authorized personnel to use .
5. Notice. Always use when checking length of framing.
6. Danger. Watch out for your thumb when using .
3. GIVING WARNINGS AND INSTRUCTIONS
Good morning everyone, I just need a few minutes to go over today's work and I also want to say a few things about safety on the site.
Construction is coming along smoothly, and I want to keep it that way, so keep up the hard work, and safety regulations.
Construction is coming along smoothly, and I want to keep it that way, so keep up the hard work, and safety regulations.
Okay, first of all, Bill – the framing this week. Make sure everything is level. Remember to double-check all the work.
And Simon, you're installing the electrical today. Since there are some hazardous materials on the site, don't forget to wear your protective clothing at all times.
Mike, I noticed the plumbing work is getting behind. See me if you need extra workers.
gear for everyone here – hard hats, protective eyewear, safety boots, and so on, must be worn at all times.
gear for everyone here – hard hats, protective eyewear, safety boots, and so on, must be worn at all times.
Well, that seems it for now. to pay attention to labels and warnings in all situations and double-check everything you do. Okay, that's all for now... back to work!
IV. DESCRIBING JOB ROLES IN THE CONSTRUCTION INDUSTRY
1. JOBS IN CONSTRUCTION
Jobs in the industry
Construction job rules
A civil engineer is someone who is responsible for the planning and designing of structures
A carpenter is someone who is trained in working with wood
A plumber is someone who installs and repairs pipes, fixtures and appliances
A welder is someone whois trained in joining pieces of metal together
A contractor is someone who manages the construction process and hires all the necessary workers
An electrician is someone who installs or repairs electrical or telephone lines
Planning jobs
Jobs in the industry
Construction job rules
- civil engineer: plans, designs and supervises the construction of facilities essential to modern life
- electrician: installs or repairs electrical or telephone lines
- foreman: manages the workers and construction at the site
- plumber: craftsman who installs and repairs pipes, fixtures and appliances
- architect: designs and creates building blueprints
- roofer: skilled craftsman who installs roofs
- environmental engineer: designs and operates systems to prevent and control pollution in water, air and on land
- contractor: manages the construction process, finding and hiring all the necessary workers
- surveyor: engineer who determines the boundaries and elevations of land or structures
- welder: skilled craftsman who joins pieces of metal together
- carpenter: skilled craftsman who works with wood
A civil engineer is someone who is responsible for the planning and designing of structures
A carpenter is someone who is trained in working with wood
A plumber is someone who installs and repairs pipes, fixtures and appliances
A welder is someone whois trained in joining pieces of metal together
A contractor is someone who manages the construction process and hires all the necessary workers
An electrician is someone who installs or repairs electrical or telephone lines
Planning jobs
engineer
architect
surveyor
Construction jobs
foreman
welder
plumber
carpenter
roofer
electrician
Hi Jake,
I've found a possible job for you. I know you like to and that you have good stamina. If you want to work with wood, you could be a . There's a great training program at learncarpentry.com. Or perhaps you could be a - try fixthepipe.com. If you prefer to , you could become a welder. There's a training course that starts next week, according to weldit.com.
Let me know what you think!
Hi Jake,
I've found a possible job for you. I know you like to and that you have good stamina. If you want to work with wood, you could be a . There's a great training program at learncarpentry.com. Or perhaps you could be a - try fixthepipe.com. If you prefer to , you could become a welder. There's a training course that starts next week, according to weldit.com.
Let me know what you think!
2. CONSTRUCTION PROJECTS
to specialize in - to focus on a particular area
Background
Houses, apartments, factories, offices, schools, roads and bridges are only some of the products of the construction industry. This includes work on new structures as well as additions, alterations and repairs to existing ones. The construction industry is divided into three major segments:
1. The construction of residential, industrial and commercial buildings.
2. Heavy construction, which means the building of sewers, roads, highways, bridges, tunnels, and so on.
3. Specialty construction, which includes specialized activities such as carpentry, painting, plumbing and electrical work.
Construction is usually done or coordinated by general contractors, who specialize in one type of construction such as residential or commercial building. They take full responsibility for the complete job. Specialty trade workers usually do the work of only one trade, such as painting, carpentry, plumbing, heating or electrical. Specialty workers have no responsibility for the structure as a whole.
Most employees in this industry work full time, and many work over 40 hours a week. Construction workers often work evenings, weekends and holidays to finish a job. The nature of the work requires physical stamina, as the body has to be able to cope with prolonged standing, bending, stooping and working in small spaces.
Future job opportunities are expected to be excellent in the construction industry, especially for workers with training and experience. The number of salaried jobs in the industry is expected to grow 15 percent year on year. Employment growth in the various segments of the construction industry varies somewhat, depending on the demand for various types of construction.
Overall, the construction industry is expected to expand and grow for many years to come.
1. The construction of residential, industrial and commercial buildings.
2. Heavy construction, which means the building of sewers, roads, highways, bridges, tunnels, and so on.
3. Specialty construction, which includes specialized activities such as carpentry, painting, plumbing and electrical work.
Construction is usually done or coordinated by general contractors, who specialize in one type of construction such as residential or commercial building. They take full responsibility for the complete job. Specialty trade workers usually do the work of only one trade, such as painting, carpentry, plumbing, heating or electrical. Specialty workers have no responsibility for the structure as a whole.
Most employees in this industry work full time, and many work over 40 hours a week. Construction workers often work evenings, weekends and holidays to finish a job. The nature of the work requires physical stamina, as the body has to be able to cope with prolonged standing, bending, stooping and working in small spaces.
Future job opportunities are expected to be excellent in the construction industry, especially for workers with training and experience. The number of salaried jobs in the industry is expected to grow 15 percent year on year. Employment growth in the various segments of the construction industry varies somewhat, depending on the demand for various types of construction.
Overall, the construction industry is expected to expand and grow for many years to come.
to specialize in - to focus on a particular area
addition - a new part
alteration - a change
commercial - business related
residential - home related
industrial - industry related
General construction
commercial
residential
industrial
Heavy construction
sewers
highways
bridges
roads
Specialty construction
painting
painting
carpentry
plumbing
electrical
Working in the Construction Industry
Houses, apartments, factories, offices, schools, roads and bridges are only some of the products of the construction industry. This includes work on new structures as well as additions, , and repairs to existing ones. The construction industry is divided into three major segments.
1. Construction of buildings such as , industrial, commercial and other buildings.
2. construction, which means the building of sewers, , highways, bridges, tunnels and other projects.
3. construction, which includes specialized activities such as , painting, plumbing and electrical work.
Construction is usually done or coordinated by general , who specialize in one type of construction such as residential or commercial building. They take full responsibility for the complete job. trade workers usually do the work of only one trade, such as painting, carpentry, plumbing, heating, or electrical.
Working in the Construction Industry
Houses, apartments, factories, offices, schools, roads and bridges are only some of the products of the construction industry. This includes work on new structures as well as additions, , and repairs to existing ones. The construction industry is divided into three major segments.
1. Construction of buildings such as , industrial, commercial and other buildings.
2. construction, which means the building of sewers, , highways, bridges, tunnels and other projects.
3. construction, which includes specialized activities such as , painting, plumbing and electrical work.
Construction is usually done or coordinated by general , who specialize in one type of construction such as residential or commercial building. They take full responsibility for the complete job. trade workers usually do the work of only one trade, such as painting, carpentry, plumbing, heating, or electrical.
3. DESCRIBING JOBS IN CONSTRUCTION
Cynthia Richards
My name's Cynthia Richards and I'm a contractor working in residential construction. My job is to meet with clients who wish to build a house and then find all the people we need to complete the job.
The first thing I do is contact a construction company. I may need to contact several, since some will be too busy, too small, or won't be interested in the project. Then I decide what services I'll sub-contract to them, and which workers I’ll find on my own.
If my clients have , I may need to hire tradespeople for work like electrical, plumbing, painting or interior design. Because of this, I all the time. It takes to be a contractor. The job can be , and you have to be all kinds of problems, 24-7.
Jack Lane
My name's Jack Lane and I work as a construction site foreman. It's my job to always be at the construction site, since the completion of the project is my . This may seem like a stressful job, but I enjoy it because I get the chance to be of the project.
I may spend the morning receiving new machinery, like an excavator, or maybe a new electric generator. Or, I might supervise the installation of utilities or help carpenters build the frame.
In my job you have to simultaneously , and not miss any of the intricate details.
Cynthia Richards
My name's Cynthia Richards and I'm a contractor working in residential construction. My job is to meet with clients who wish to build a house and then find all the people we need to complete the job.
The first thing I do is contact a construction company. I may need to contact several, since some will be too busy, too small, or won't be interested in the project. Then I decide what services I'll sub-contract to them, and which workers I’ll find on my own.
If my clients have , I may need to hire tradespeople for work like electrical, plumbing, painting or interior design. Because of this, I all the time. It takes to be a contractor. The job can be , and you have to be all kinds of problems, 24-7.
Jack Lane
My name's Jack Lane and I work as a construction site foreman. It's my job to always be at the construction site, since the completion of the project is my . This may seem like a stressful job, but I enjoy it because I get the chance to be of the project.
I may spend the morning receiving new machinery, like an excavator, or maybe a new electric generator. Or, I might supervise the installation of utilities or help carpenters build the frame.
In my job you have to simultaneously , and not miss any of the intricate details.
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