Preview Questions Foreman | Role Specific Skill

Question 1: If a worker consistently misses deadlines but is skilled, how should a Foreman address this performance issue?

Which action should you take?

Choose only one option

Have a one-on-one conversation, identify potential barriers, and offer solutions

Let the worker manage their own schedule without interference

Ignore the issue and focus on the worker's skills alone

Replace the worker without discussing the issue

Question 2: What is the primary responsibility of a Foreman in coordinating site activities?

Which action should you take?

Choose only one option

To supervise daily site operations and ensure work is completed on time and to specification

To estimate labor requirements for the project

To design the layout of the site

To manage project finances and procurement

Question 3: What should a foreman do if a construction worker reports a potential hazard but no immediate danger is present?

Which action should you take?

Choose only one option

Dismiss the concern and continue working

Alert the entire crew to avoid the area

Report the issue to higher management

Document the hazard and monitor the area regularly

Question 4: What is the best way for a Foreman to handle a situation where workers are consistently late for shifts?

Which action should you take?

Choose only one option

Assign less critical tasks to late workers to avoid disruption

Let workers continue to arrive late, assuming they will improve

Address the behavior early, explain the impact on the team, and set expectations for punctuality

Delay the start of work until all workers arrive

Question 5: If a resource shortage occurs on-site due to a delay in delivery, how should a foreman solve the problem without disrupting the workflow?

Which action should you take?

Choose only one option

Reallocate available resources to critical tasks and delay non-essential tasks

Cancel some non-critical tasks to save resources

Request additional resources from upper management

Postpone the entire project until the resources arrive

Question 6: What is the most critical factor in ensuring safety compliance on a construction site?

Which action should you take?

Choose only one option

Relying solely on the site safety officer to monitor compliance

Ensuring compliance only during high-risk tasks

Regularly conducting safety audits and addressing issues immediately

Focusing on worker training without regular monitoring