Knowledge Check Quiz 2
Home construction inputs that are not human resources
Apart from the human resources in home construction, other inputs include raw materials, machinery, and energy. The raw materials include subsoil, stones, ballast, and metal frames, while the machinery consists of the cranes, motors, transportation equipment for materials. Additionally, the fuel allocated to each construction project to provide energy, which helps run the machine. This fuel can be in the form of gasoline or electricity.
Partial productivity statistic for the identified inputs
The partial productivity statistic refers to the total productivity output from a single input. For example, partial productivity statistics for the raw materials can be calculated by isolating sand, stones, cement, and reinforcement metal frames. The formula is expressed as the output divided by partial input to give rise to partial productivity statistics. The method helps to quantify individual inputs and assessing the efficiency of each partial input.
Causes to partial productivity
Partial productivity for input in home construction can be reduced as a result of the expert decision resulting from the identification of a less costly alternative, inconsistent preparation, or application, and use of substandard materials. The identification of a cost-effective material to substitute an existing one reduces or eliminates its partial productivity. Additionally, reduced application or preparation of inputs caused by a lack of sufficient skills lowers the quality of the walls. In contrast, low-quality contributions reduce the level of reliability and durability of the output, hence reducing partial productivity.
Example of action to increase partial input
The process of raising the partial productivity is achievable by skills enhancement, through training. All members of the construction teams can help improve the output of a single input if they possess the expertise to carry out all critical tasks such as mixing ballast and laying bricks. The selection process for construction materials should be conducted by head engineers to ensure quality and relevant standards of all individual inputs, thus improving partial and overall productivity.
References
Alashwal, A., & Ann, T. (2019). Application of Home-Country Joint Venture (HJV) for International Construction Contractors. International Journal of Construction Management, 1-9. https://doi.org/10.1080/15623599.2019.1613209
Pichugina, A., & Pichugina, A. (2019). Review of Existing Socio-Economic Models of Housing Construction in Russia and Abroad and their Influence on Architectural and Planning Solutions of a House. Construction and Architecture, 7(2), 26-37. https://doi.org/10.29039/article_5d4c0a3bd76999.35979206