TCFP Plans Examiner Practice Test

What is the fast track method of plan review?

1. Review of completed plans

2. Construction beginning before final details are complete

3. Submission of plans after construction starts

4. Reviewing plans without site inspection

The correct answer is: Construction beginning before final details are complete

The fast track method of plan review is primarily characterized by allowing construction to commence before all details of the plans are fully finalized. This approach helps expedite the overall project timeline, enabling contractors to start certain phases of construction while other portions of the plans are still under review. It typically involves breaking the construction process into multiple phases, which can lead to faster completion of the project compared to traditional methods where plans must be fully approved before any work begins. In this context, a fast track method is beneficial for projects that have critical deadlines or when time is of the essence, allowing clients and contractors to begin work and make progress even while administrative steps are still ongoing. It involves careful coordination to ensure that later stages of construction align with the evolving details of the plans.