Research Article
Mar 1982
Games People Play with Work Sampling
Authors: H. Randolph Thomas Jr., M.ASCE, Mason P. Holland, and Carl T. Gustenhoven, AM.ASCEAuthor Affiliations
Publication: Journal of the Construction Division
Volume 108, Issue 1
Abstract
Guidelines and principles are presented for planning and implementing a work sampling program. Principles to be followed include careful planning to fulfill objectives, the need to be responsive to changing needs and conditions, the requirement for strong program leadership, and the need to implement changes. It is suggested that work sampling should be used as a means of communicating information much in the same way as cost account data are used. Planning and implementation as a joint venture between owner, construction manager, contractor, and labor is suggested. The role of the project director in establishing and maintaining acceptable levels of performance by the observers is also presented. Sources of errors in the data are discussed along with the problems of superficial data analysis. Several difficulties with continuous sampling programs are also noted.
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Journal of the Construction Division
Volume 108 • Issue 1 • March 1982
Pages: 13 - 22
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© 1982 American Society of Civil Engineers.
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Published in print: Mar 1982
Published online: Feb 11, 2021
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H. Randolph Thomas Jr., M.ASCE
Assoc. Prof. of Civ. Engrg.; Pennsylvania State Univ., University Park, Pa.
Mason P. Holland
Sr. Field Engr.; Stone & Webster Engrg. Corp., Lycoming, N.Y.
Carl T. Gustenhoven, AM.ASCE
Engr.; Stone & Webster Engrg. Corp., Boston, Mass.
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