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Level 3 practice mode

Choose the next controlled action

Test how you respond when programme pressure, incomplete information and project risk arrive at the same time. The strongest response preserves truth, authority and a traceable next action.

8 scenariosImmediate feedbackEvidence-firstLast reviewed 11 August 2026

Scenario 1

Failed foundation inspection

The inspector records reinforcing cover and a footing clean-out as not accepted. Concrete is booked for 1 pm.

Scenario 2

Quote with exclusions

The lowest framing quote excludes craneage, fixings, temporary bracing and unloading, while another quote includes them.

Scenario 3

Overland flow path

The early site plan shows an overland flow path close to the proposed building platform.

Scenario 4

Wastewater conflict

Excavation exposes a wastewater line in a different position from the early desktop information and beneath a proposed footing.

Scenario 5

Verbal variation

The client asks the builder in a site meeting to upgrade all internal doors. Work could start tomorrow.

Scenario 6

Old drawing in WhatsApp

A subcontractor posts a drawing marked Rev B in chat. The drawing register shows Rev D as current.

Scenario 7

Supplier delay

The window supplier advises a three-week delay that affects weathertightness and follow-on trades.

Scenario 8

Handover defect

A shower screen leaks during the final client walk-through, but settlement is approaching.