Evaluation of Air Force Civil Engineering Construction Inspection.
Abstract
This thesis is an investigation to determine the perception of the effectiveness of Air Force construction inspection. In A 1985 study, the researcher identified excessive inspector workload, insufficient inspector training, and low inspector qualifications as potential problem areas for construction inspectors. However, due to limited data collection, the findings were not conclusive. This study attempted to validate/invalidate the previous findings by analyzing the returned opinion surveys from a larger sample population. The four research objectives were; 1) Determine the perceptions of the Air Force inspectors' job perception, 2) Determine the perception of the inspectors' job knowledge, 3) Determine if the training programs for the inspectors are adequate, and 4) Analyze the qualification requirements for inspectors. The opinion surveys were given to inspectors, inspector supervisors, design engineers, and contract administrators. The survey responses showed that the job performance of the inspectors is perceived to be positive overall. However, a significant number of individuals surveyed were concerned with the inspectors' experience, job knowledge, and capability to properly inspect the work. The results also showed that the training program for inspectors may not be adequate.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Sep 01, 1986
- Accession Number
- ADA174975
Entities
People
- Franklin L. Williams
Organizations
- Air Force Institute of Technology