MEASURING PRODUCTIVITYo<strong>the</strong>r similar studies should be used as a guide and not as absolutequalific<strong>at</strong>ion of overtime impact. This author believes th<strong>at</strong> <strong>the</strong> bestuse of this study is for “FORWARD PRICING”, i.e., BEFORE <strong>the</strong>work is executed for <strong>the</strong> selected overtime schedule (i.e., 5x10, 6x10,etc.). However, in case of sporadic use of overtime, one st<strong>at</strong>isticalmodel developed in this study, <strong>the</strong> “Macro Model”, was producedusing completed projects with a mix of overtime schedule, and can beused “after-<strong>the</strong>-fact.”This study enhances <strong>the</strong> ability of electrical contractors to rely on publishedscientific studies. It is recommended th<strong>at</strong> forward pricing for achange request be determined before expending cost. The authors ofthis study recommend requesting <strong>the</strong> appropri<strong>at</strong>e change request, asmost construction contracts require electrical contractors to do.To order a copy of <strong>the</strong> new overtime study, contact Lucy Roberts <strong>at</strong>LRoberts@ecao.orgDr. Hanna is a Professor of Civil Engineering <strong>at</strong> <strong>the</strong> University ofWisconsin-Madison. He can be reached <strong>at</strong> 608-263-8903 orhanna@engr.wisc.edu. Dr. Hanna is also an author of a major book ofConstruction Labor Productivity Management & Methods Improvement.For more inform<strong>at</strong>ion about <strong>the</strong> productivity book, see <strong>the</strong> following link• Transformer & Oil Recycling/Removal• Scrap Recycling & Sales• Recycling Programs• Product Destruction• E-Waste Recycling (WEEE)ISO 9001:2008 & ISO 14001:2004 RegisteredServing all of Ontariohttp://www.hanna-consulting.com/Public<strong>at</strong>ions.htmlTelephone/Fax: 905-873-8561 • Toll Free: 1-866-252-864564 Todd Road • Georgetown • Ontario • L7G 4R7www.green-port.comMarc Mittlemanmmittleman@green-port.com• PCB & Non-PCB Site Services• Hazardous/Non-Hazardous Waste Disposal• Cable/Electrical Wire Recycling• Switchgear Recycling• Ballast/Light Fixture RecyclingPeter Wallacepwallace@green-port.comConstruction Labor Productivitiy Managementand Methods ImprovementDr. Awad S. Hanna, University of Wisconsin-MadisonBased on years of research and practical knowledge, ConstructionLabor Productivity Management and Methods Improvement provides<strong>the</strong> tools and inform<strong>at</strong>ion for any contractor to effectivelymanage labor and improve worker productivity. In a laborintensiveindustry such as construction, even small improvementsin productivity can significantly improve company profits.This book provides a guide to cre<strong>at</strong>ing a system of productivity,allowing productivity to be measured and improved.Contents• The Importance of Labor Productivity• Methods for IdentifyingIneffective Work and Lost Time• Earned Value Analysis• Benchmarking Productivity Indic<strong>at</strong>ors• Project Case Study• Preconstruction Planning• Schedule Compression• Best Practices to ImproveConstruction Productivity• Project Management and <strong>the</strong> Role of <strong>Lead</strong>ership• Appendix A: Preconstruction Planning Forms• Appendix B: Employee Evalu<strong>at</strong>ion Forms• Equ<strong>at</strong>ionsMaximize profit by improving productivity and effectively managing<strong>the</strong> risks of construction labor.• Plan and manage more efficient and profitable projects• Predict and resolve labor and productivity problems• Increase productivity on a project and company level• Effectively manage schedule compression and acceler<strong>at</strong>ion• And more!Including in-depth productivity improvement methods andready-to-use forms and charts. Construction Labor ProductivityManagement and Methods Improvement is a practical and indispensableguide to labor productivity.Please send me copy(ies) of Construction Labor ProductivityManagement and Methods Improvement (ISBN: 978-0-9829042-0-6) by Awad S. Hanna <strong>at</strong> $490 a volume. For USA & Canada:Please add $10 for postage and handling per volume.I enclose payment in <strong>the</strong> amount of $o Check o Money Orderby:o Please send me an invoice, including shipping andhandling charges.Name:Address:City/St<strong>at</strong>e/Zip/Country:Send your order to: Dr. Awad Hanna, Hanna Consulting Group,1315 Farwell Drive, Madison, WI 53704T: 608-513-9690, F: 608-246-0614Or order online <strong>at</strong> : www.hanna-consulting.com. Paymentaccepted online via Paypal, Visa, Mastercard, Discover, orAmerican Express.Ontario Electrical Contractor40
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