014535.docx

PARKING GARAGE PROJECT NUMBER 693-222

DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS AFFAIRS

WILKES-BARRE, PENNSYLVANIA

SECTION 01 45 35

SPECIAL INSPECTIONS

PART 1 - GENERAL

1.1 DESCRIPTION

A. This guide specification will be applicable to both new structures and existing building rehabilitations/renovations. In addition to the Special Inspection and testing specified requirements, a registered design professional must perform structural observations during construction. All observed deficiencies will be immediately reported to the Contracting Officer. The registered design professional performing these observations will be a representative of the Designer of Record (DOR) for the building being constructed.

B. Structural observations are required for the following project conditions per IBC Chapter 17:

1.2 APPLICABLE PUBLICATIONS

A. The publication listed below form a part of this specification to the extent referenced. The publications are referred to within the text by the basic designation only.

B. American Society of Civil Engineers (ASCE)

1. ASCE 7 - (2010; Errata 2011; Supp 2 2013) Minimum Design Loads for Buildings and Other Structures C. International Code Council (ICC)

2. ICC IBC - (2015) International Building Code

1.3 GENERAL REQUIREMENTS

A. Perform Special Inspections in accordance with the Statement of Special Inspections, Schedule of Special Inspections and Chapter 17 of ICC IBC. The Statement of Special Inspections and Schedule of Special Inspections are included as an attachment to this specification. Special Inspections are to be performed by an independent third party and are intended to ensure that the work of the prime contractor is in accordance with the Contract Documents and applicable building codes. Special inspections do not take the place of the three phases of control inspections performed by the Contractor's QC Manager or any testing and inspections required by other sections of the specifications.

B. Structural observations will be performed by the Government. The contractor must provide notification to the Contracting Officer 14 days prior to the following points of construction that structural observations with dates to be determined upon notice to proceed.

1.4 DEFINITIONS

A. Continuous Special Inspections – The constant monitoring of specific tasks by a special inspector. These inspections must be carried out continuously over the duration of the particular tasks.

B. Periodic Special Inspections – Special Inspections by the special inspector who is intermittently present where the work to be inspected has been or is being performed. Specific time interval on a specific Special Inspection should be indicated on the Schedule of Special Inspections.

C. Perform – Perform these Special Inspections tasks for each welded joint or member.

D. Observe – Observe these Special Inspections items on a random daily basis. Operations need not be delayed pending these inspections.

E. Special Inspector (SI) – A qualified person retained by the contractor and approved by the Contracting Officer as having the competence necessary to inspect a particular type of construction requiring Special Inspections. The SI must be an independent third party hired directly by the Prime Contractor.

F. Associate Special Inspector (ASI) – A qualified person who assists the SI in performing Special Inspections but must perform inspection under the direct supervision of the SI and cannot perform inspections without the SI on site.

G. Third Party – A third party inspector must not be company employee of the Contractor or any Sub-Contractor performing the work to be inspected.

H. Special Inspector of Record (SIOR) – SIOR must be an independent third party hired directly by the Prime Contractor and is required for the following project conditions:

1. Seismic Design Category D, E, or F; and assigned to Risk Category III, IV, or V.

2. Seismic Design Category D, E, or F; and with a height greater than 22860mm 75 ft.

3. Seismic Design Category E, assigned to Risk Category I or II and the building is greater than two (2) stories above grade plane.

4. Nominal design wind speed in excess o f49 m/sec 100 mph; and assigned to Risk Category III, IV, or V.

5. Nominal design wind speed in excess of 49 mm/sec 100mph; and with a height greater than 23m 75ft.

6. In addition to these conditions, the DOR is encouraged to consider using an SIOR on large magnitude or critical projects where this additional level of quality control is affordable.

I. Contracting Officer – The Government official having overall authority for administrative contracting actions. Certain contracting actions may be delegated to the Contracting Officer's Representative (COR).

J. Contractor’s Quality Control (QC) Manager – An individual retained by the prime contractor and qualified in accordance with the Section 01 45 00.00 10 QUALITY CONTROL having the overall responsibility for the contractor's QC organization.

K. Designer of Record (DOR) – A registered design professional is contracted by the Government as an A/E responsible for the overall design and review of submittal documents prepared by others. The DOR is registered or licensed to practice their respective design profession as defined by the statutory requirements of the professional registration laws in state in which the design professional works. The DOR is also referred to as the Engineer of Record (EOR) in design code documents.

L. Statement of Special Inspections (SSI) – A document developed by the DOR identifying the material, systems, components and work required to have Special Inspections and covering the following:

1. List of the Architectural Designated Seismic Systems – these components are in or attached to a Risk Category IV or V structure and are needed for continued operation of the facility or their failure could impair the continued operation of the facility.

2. List of the Mechanical Designated Seismic Systems

a. For Seismic Design Category C or Risk V, list the following:

b. For Seismic Design Category D, E, or F or Risk Category V list mechanical system that meet one of the following:

3. List of the Electrical Designated Systems

a. For Seismic Design Category C or Risk V, list the anchorage of electrical equipment used for emergency or standby power systems.

b. For Seismic Design Category D, E or F list electrical system that meet one of the following:

4. List of elements that are part of the progressive collapse resistance system.

a. Provide a description of the following as they apply:

a) Schedule of Special Inspections – A schedule which lists each of the required Special Inspections, the extent to which each Special Inspections is to be performed, and the required frequency for each in accordance with ICC IBC Chapter 17. Template found here:

b) Designated Seismic System – Those nonstructural components that require design in accordance with ASCE 7 Chapter 13 and for which the component importance factor, Ip, is greater than 1.0. This designation applies to systems that are required to be operational following the Design Earthquake for RC I - IV structures and following the MCER for RC V structures. All systems in RC V facilities designated as MC-1 in accordance with UFC 3-310-04 are considered part of the Designated Seismic Systems. // Designated Seismic Systems will be identified by Owner and will have an Importance Factor Ip = 1.5 //

b. Submittals:Government approval is required for all submittals. CQC Special Inspection reports shall be submitted under this Specification section and follow the [Special Inspection]: [Applicable Specification section or description] naming convention. Submit the following:

1) SD-01 Preconstruction Submittals;

2) SIOR Letter of Acceptance;

3) Special Inspections Project Manual;

4) Special Inspections Agency's Written Practices

5) NDT Procedures and Equipment’ Calibration Records;

6) SD-06 Test Reports;

7) Special Inspections

8) Daily Reports;

9) Special Inspections; Biweekly Reports;

10) SD-07 Certificates;

11) Fabrication Plant

12) Steel Truss Plant;

13) Wood Truss Plant;

14) AC472 Accreditation;

15) Steel Joist Institute Membership;

16) Precast Concrete Institute (PCI) Certified Plant;

17) Certificate of Compliance;

18) Special Inspector of Record Qualifications;

19) Special Inspector Qualifications;

20) Qualification Records for NDT technicians;

21) SD-11 Closeout Submittals;

22) Interim Final Report of Special Inspections;

23) Comprehensive Final Report of Special Inspections;

c. Special Inspector Qualifications: Submit qualifications for each SI, ASI, and the SIOR from the following certifying associations: Associated Air Balance Council (AABC); American Concrete Institute (ACI); Association of the Wall and Ceiling Industry (AWCI); American Welding Society (AWS); Factory Mutual (FM); International Code Council (ICC); Nondestructive Testing (NDT); National Institute for Certification in Engineering Technologies (NICET); Precast/Prestressed Concrete Institute (PCI); Post-Tensioning Institute (PTI); Underwriters Laboratories (UL). Qualifications should be in accordance with the following minimums // ; PM or SRE can restrict qualifications to the higher standards shown if multiple options are shown for a role based on complexity of project //.

QUALIFICATIONS

year of related experience, or Registered Professional Engineer with related experience.

PCI Quality Control Technician/ Inspector Level I Certificate with one year of related experience, or Engineer-In-Training with one year of related experience

Generalist Certificate with one year of related experience, or Engineer-In-Training with one year of related experience

SIOR

Registered Professional Engineer

PART 2 - PRODUCTS

2.1 FABRICATORS SPECIAL INSPECTION

A. Special Inspections of fabricator's work performed in the fabricator's shop is required to be inspected in accordance with the Statement of Special Inspections and the Schedule of Special Inspections unless the fabricator is certified by the approved agency to perform such work without Special Inspections. Submit the applicable certification(s) from the folloinwg list to the Contracting Officer for information to allow work performed in the fabricator's shop to not be subjected to Special Inspections.

B. The following certifications meet the requirements for fabricator approval in accordance with paragraph 1704.2.5.2 of IBC:

1. American Institute of Steel Construction (AISC) Certified Fabrication Plant, Category STD.

2. Truss Plate Institute (TPI) steel truss plant quality assurance program certification.

3. Truss Plate Institute (TPI) wood truss plant quality assurance program certification.

4. International Accreditation Service, AC472 Accreditation Steel Joist Institute Membership

5. Precast Concrete Institute (PCI) Certified Plant, Group C C. At the completion of fabrication, submit a certificate of compliance, to be included with the comprehensive final report of Special Inspections, stating that the materials supplied and work performed by the fabricator are in accordance the construction documents.

PART 3 - EXECUTION

3.1 RESPONSIBILIES MATRIX

b. Submit a SIOR Letter of Acceptance to the Contracting Officer attesting to acceptance of the duties of SIOR, signed and sealed by the SIOR.

c. Verify the qualifications of all of the Special Inspectors.

d. Verify the qualifications of fabricators.

Applicable when SIOR is required

1. The agency's procedures for the selection and administration of inspection personnel, describing the training, experience and examination requirements for qualifications and certification of inspection personnel.

2. The agency's inspection procedures, including general inspection, material controls, and visual welding inspection.

f. Submit qualification records for nondestructive testing (NDT) technicians designated for the project. Submit NDT procedures and equipment calibration records for NDT to be performed and equipment to be used for the project.

Applicable when SIOR is required and when the structural design is required to follow AISC341 for seismic design of steel structures

1. Roles and responsibilities of the following individuals during Special Inspections: SIOR, SI, General Contractor, Subcontractors, QC Manager, and DOR.

2. Organizational chart and/or communication plan, indicating lines of communication

3. Contractor's internal plan for scheduling inspections. Address items such as timeliness of inspection requests, who to contact for inspection requests, and availability of alternate inspectors. Contractor's internal plan for scheduling inspections. Address items such as timeliness of inspection requests, who to contact for inspection requests, and availability of alternate inspectors.

4. Indicate the government reporting procedures.

5. Propose forms or templates to be used by SI and SIOR to document inspections.

6. Indicate procedures for tracking nonconforming work and verification that corrective work is complete.

7. Indicate how the SIOR and/or SI will participate in weekly QC meetings.

8. Indicate how Special Inspections of shop fabricated items will be handled when the fabricator's shop is not certified per paragraph FABRICATOR SPECIAL INSPECTIONS.

9. Include a section in the manual that covers each specific item requiring Special Inspections that is indicated on the Schedule of Special Inspections. Provide names and qualifications of each special inspector who will be performing the Special Inspections for each specific item. Provide detail on how the Special Inspections are to be carried out for each item so that the expectations are clear for the General Contractor and the Subcontractor performing the work. Make a copy of the Special Inspections Project Manual available on the job site during construction. Submit a copy of the Special Inspections Project Manual for approval.

h. Attend coordination and mutual understanding meeting where the information in the Special Inspections Project Manual will be reviewed to verify that all parties have a clear understanding of the Special Inspections provisions and the individual duties and responsibilities of each party.

i. Maintain a 3- ring binder for the Special Inspector's daily and biweekly reports and the Special Inspections Project Manual. This file must be located in a conspicuous place in the project trailer/office to allow review by the Contracting Officer and the DOR.

j. Submit a copy of the Special Inspector's daily reports to the QC Manager.

k. Discrepancies that are observed during Special Inspections must be reported to the QC Manager for correction. If discrepancies are not corrected before the special inspector leaves the site the observed discrepancies must be documented in the daily report.

l. Submit a biweekly Special Inspections report until all work requiring Special Inspections is complete. A report is required for each biweekly period in which Special Inspections activity occurs, and must include the following:

1. A brief summary of the work performed during the reporting time frame.

2. Changes and/or discrepancies with the drawings, specifications, and mechanical or electrical component certification if they require seismic systems, that were observed during the reporting period.

3. Discrepancies which were resolved or corrected.

4. A list of nonconforming items requiring resolution.

5. All applicable test results including nondestructive testing reports.

b. Attend preparatory phase meetings related to the Definable Feature of Work (DFOW) for which the special inspector is qualified to inspect.

n/a

1. The agency's procedures for the selection and administration of inspection personnel, describing the training, experience and examination requirements for qualifications and certification of inspection personnel.

2. The agency's inspection procedures, including general inspection, material controls, and visual welding inspection.

d. Submit qualification records for nondestructive testing (NDT) technicians designated for the project.

e. Submit NDT procedures and equipment calibration records for NDT to be performed and equipment to be used for the project.] Applicable when SIOR is NOT required and when the structural design is required to follow AISC 341 for seismic design of steel structures

g. Discrepancies that are observed during Special Inspections must be reported to the QC Manager for correction. If discrepancies are not corrected before the special inspector leaves the site the observed discrepancies must be documented in the daily report.

h. Submit a biweekly Special Inspection Report until all inspections are complete. A report is required for each biweekly period in which Special Inspections activity occurs, and must include the following:

1. A brief summary of the work performed during the reporting time frame

2. Changes and/or discrepancies with the drawings, specifications, and mechanical or electrical component certification if they require seismic systems that were observed during the reporting period.

3. Discrepancies which were resolved or corrected.

4. A list of nonconforming items requiring resolution.

5. All applicable test result including nondestructive testing reports.

i. For large, complex projects, at the completion of each Definable Feature of Work (DFOW) requiring Special Inspections, submit an interim final report of Special Inspections that documents the Special Inspections completed for that DFOW and corrections of all discrepancies noted in the daily reports. The interim final report of Special Inspections must be signed, dated and bear the seal of the SIOR.

j. At the completion of the project submit a comprehensive final report of Special Inspections that documents the Special Inspections completed for the project and corrections of all discrepancies noted in the daily reports. The comprehensive final report of Special Inspections must be signed, dated and indicate the certification of the special inspector qualifying them to conduct the inspection.

Applicable when SIOR is not required

3.2 DEFECTIVE WORK

Check work as it progresses, but failure to detect any defective work or materials must in no way prevent later rejection if defective work or materials are discovered, nor obligate the Government to accept such work.

-- End of Section – 01 45 35-16 SECTION 01 45 35 Statement of SI Template 8MAR18.xlsx Sheet1

Project: P234 - Maintenance Hangar USER NOTES (Not intended to print)

Location: Anytown, VA

Project #:

Craven, Curtis L CIV NAVFAC LANT, CI: Can be a contract and task order number or other identifiying database identification number such as an Eprojects # (navy) 12345678

Date: 4/10/17

STATEMENT OF SPECIAL INSPECTIONS < Edit Blue text/cells only Seismic Design Category:

A

Project Seismic Design Category: F SPECIAL INSPECTOR OF RECORD (SIOR) DETERMINATION B

Project Risk Category: II C

Project Design Wind Speed (mph): 100 < The Special Inspector of Record (SIOR) is a DOD mandate. Enter the requested data to determine whether an SIOR is required or is not required. D

Number of Stories: 2 E

Structure Height Above Grade (ft): 70 F

Hazardous Occupancy or attached to such? Yes Group H Occupancies (2015 IBC, Section 415)

Special Inspector of Record (SIOR) Project Risk Category

A Special Inspector of Record (SIOR) IS NOT required (per UFGS 01 45 35, Section 1.3.8) I

II

SIOR Name (Registered Professional): John Doe P.E. < For DB contracts insert the SIOR contact information. For DBB contracts enter, "Contractor to provide prior to construction start". III

Professional Registration Number: C222222 IV

Consulting Firm Name (if any): ABC Structural Consulting < The SIOR must be a registered professional engineer, and must not be an employee of the General Contractor, or an employee of a Sub-Contractor performing construction for this project. V

SIOR Office AND Mobile Phone Number: 1234567895 (Mobile), 123456789 (Office)

Lateral Force Resisting System (LFRS) LATERAL FORCE RESISTING SYSTEM IDENTIFICATION Yes

2015 IBC 1704.3.2 and 1704.3.3 No

Following is a listing of critical main wind/seismic force resisting systems for this structure. Carefully inspect these elements as part of the roles and responsiblities of the Special Inspector (reference the Schedule of Special Inspections for inspection checklists).

Vertical LFRS Elements Notes

Ordinary Concentric Braced Frames North - South Direction Only, See Plan

Special Concentric Braced Frames Lettered Gridline only, see plan for call out

Ordinary Steel Moment resisting Frames (SMRF) Both orthoginal Directions, See plan for call out

Ordinary Reinforced Concrete Shearwalls See Key Notes

Concrete Grade Beams Resisting Lateral Loads Office Portion Only, see plan key notes

Ordinary Reinforced Masonry Shear Walls High Bay, Numbered Gridlines only, see plan

OSB Sheathed Shear Walls (nailing, sill bolting, Etc) See schedule on plan

Shear Wall Hold Downs Identified on Plan & in Detail Sheet X.XX

Horizontal LFRS Elements Notes

Continuous Roof Ties See Key Notes on Roof Plan

Collector Elements Identified on plan with key notes

Concrete over metal deck 2nd floor and roof

Metal Roof Deck & Related Fastening System See Roof Plan

Out of Plane Wall Connections See Structural Details XX & XX

Diaphragm Cross Rod Bracing See Roof Plan for locations

Cast in Place Concrete Floor and Roof Diaphragms See sheet XX for details and rebar schedule

Special Force Transfer Connection See Detail X on Sheet X.XX

Statement of Special Inspections Page 1 of 2

Project: P234 - Maintenance Hangar DESIGNATED SEISMIC SYSTEMS (DSS)

Location: Anytown, VA This section identifies whether Designated Seismic Systems apply to this project or do not apply. Additionally, and where DSS apply, some explanation is provided below for what a Designated Seismic System is for this specific project.

Project #: 12345678

Date: 4/10/17

Designated Seismic Systems (DSS)

(2015 IBC 1705.13.3.4) (ASCE 7-10, 13.2.2, C13.2.2) (UFC 3-310-04, 2-11.2 & 2-13.2.2)

Non-structural 'Designated Seismic Systems' (DSS) must remain operable and contain hazardous substances following a design earthquake. Accordingly, all Designated Seismic Systems must be listed below and must be certified by the manufacturer to remain both operable and/or to contain hazardous substances after a design earthquake per UFC 3-301-01, Section 2-13.2.2. Submit said Certificates of Compliance to the Contracting Officer for each DSS after they have been reviewed and accepted by the EOR/DOR. Additionally, the below listed Designated Seismic Systems must be carefully inspected by the Special Inspector according to the requirements noted in the Schedule of Special Inspections, Section AA. < Designated Seismic Systems APPLY to this project. List all Designated Seismic Systems in the blue tables below. Some DSS suggestions are already populated, delete or keep as necessary.

ELECTRICAL Designated Seismic Systems (DSS) Requiring a Certificate of Compliance DSS for this project are nonstructural components with an importance factor of 1.5 AND with the following project conditions (UFC 3-310 SECTION 2-11.2) (ASCE 7-10, 13.1.3):

1. DSS Emergency or Standby Power System

2. DSS Component XX

3. DSS Component XX 1. The component is required to function for life-safety purposes after an earthquake, including fire sprinkler systems and egress stairways (RC I thru V + SDC C thru F).

4. DSS Component XX

5. DSS Component XX

If additional space is required, append an additional sheet listing the remaining DSS 2. The component conveys, supports, or otherwise contains toxic, highly toxic, or explosive substances where the quantity of the a material excees a threshold quantity established by the authority having jurisdiction and is sufficient to pose a threat to the public if released (RC I thru V + SDC C thru F).

MECHANICAL/PLUMBING Designated Seismic Systems (DSS) Requiring a Certificate of Compliance

1. DSS Gas lines and associated fittings, anchorage, & flexible Connections

2. DSS Component XX

3. DSS Component XX

4. DSS Component XX 3. The component conveys, supports, or otherwise contains hazardous substances and is attached to a structure, or portion thereof, classified by the authority having jurisdiction as a hazardous occupancy (RC I thru V + SDC C thru F).

5. DSS Component XX

6. DSS Component XX

If additional space is required, append an additional sheet listing the remaining DSS

OTHER Designated Seismic Systems (DSS) Requiring a Certificate of Compliance

1. DSS Building egress stair systems

2. DSS Building fire sprinkler systems

3. DSS Component XX

4. DSS Component XX

5. DSS Component XX

6. DSS Component XX

Final Walk Down Inspection and Report FINAL WALK DOWN INSPECTION AND REPORT FOR NON-STRUCTURAL DSS

(UFC 3 301 01 SECTION 2-2.4.3)

Designated Seismic Systems shall receive a final walk-down inspection by the Registered Design Professional in Responsible Charge < A non-structural DSS final walk down inspection applies to this project

Final Walk Down Report, Prepared by the Registered Design Professional in Responsible Charge, Must Include:

1. Record observations of Final Walk Down Inspection

2. Document that Inspections were performed in accordance with the Schedule of Special Inspections < …Certificates of compliance documenting that the requirements are met shall be submited to the buidling offical (2015 IBC 1704.5 & 1705.13.3) and shall be maintained in a file identified as "Equipment Certification Documentation". This file shall be part of the final project O&M Manual

3. Document that all Designated Seismic Systems are installed according to construction/manufacturer document requirements, and that Compliance Certificates have been collected (UFC 03 301 01, 2-13.2.2.1).

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NEXT: COMPLETE THE SCHEDULE OF SPECIAL INSPECTIONS TEMPLATE.

Edit, print, and append the Schedule of Special Inspections Template to this Statement of Special Inspections and insert both at the back of the project Special Inspections Specification 01 45 35.

Example entries are provided, replace/delete as necessary

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SECTION 01 45 35 Schedule of SI Template.docx

SCHEDULE OF SPECIAL INSPECTIONS (01 45 35) REVISED FOR IBC 2015 ON 9/30/16

SCHEDULE OF SPECIAL INSPECTIONS

Reference 01 45 35 for all requirements not noted as part of this schedule.

INSPECTION DEFINITIONS:

PERFORM: Perform these tasks for each weld, fastener or bolted connection, and noted verification.

OBSERVE: Observe these items randomly during the course of each work day to insure that applicable requirements are being met. Operations need not be delayed pending these inspections at contractor’s risk.

DOCUMENT: Document, with a report, that the work has been performed in accordance with the contract documents. This is in addition to any other reports required in the Special Inspections guide specification.

CONTINUOUS: Constant monitoring of identified tasks by a special inspector over the duration of performance of said tasks.

DESIGNER NOTES (to be deleted after reviewing):

1. This schedule contains minimum requirements. Do not delete applicable inspection tasks unless notes in blue indicate it is acceptable to do so.

2. Blue text = designers notes. The designer must review and edit all blue text in this schedule prior to inserting this schedule into the special inspections spec (UFGS 01 45 35).

3. Check section boxes with ANY inspection tasks applicable to your project. You may choose to delete unchecked sections or leave them in the scheduled unchecked.

4. Individual rows/tasks that that are not applicable to the project may be left in the section, as the inspector can determine whether they occur/apply (e.g. metal trusses in the light gauge framing section for example).

5. Design discipline sections are color coded for easier reference by designers. This schedule does NOT need to be printed in color.

6. When finished editing, delete this note box and save this schedule as a PDF and insert into the project specifications (special inspections section).

A. STRUCTURAL - STEEL – WELDING SECTION

THIS SECTION APPLICABLE IF BOX IS CHECKED: ☒

STEEL INSPECTION PRIOR TO WELDING – VERIFY THE FOLLOWING ARE IN COMPLIANCE

IBC 1705.2.1, AISC 360-10: Table C-N5.4-1

TASK

DESCRIPTION

1. Verify that the welding procedures specification (WPS) is available

PERFORM

2. Verify manufacturer certifications for welding consumables are available

PERFORM

3. Verify material identification

PERFORM

Type and grade.

4. Welder Identification System

PERFORM

The fabricator or erector, as applicable, shall maintain a system by which a welder who has welded a joint or member can be identified. Stamps, if used, shall be the low-stress type.

5. Fit-up of groove welds (including joint geometry)

OBSERVE

· Joint preparation

· Dimensions (alignment, root opening, root face, bevel)

· Cleanliness (condition of steel surfaces)

· Tacking (tack weld quality and location)

· Backing type and fit (if applicable)

6. Configuration and finish of access holes

OBSERVE

7. Fit-up of fillet welds

OBSERVE

· Dimensions (alignment, gaps at root)

· Cleanliness (condition of steel surfaces)

· Tacking (tack weld quality and location)

STEEL INSPECTION DURING WELDING – VERIFY THE FOLLOWING ARE IN COMPLIANCE

IBC 1705.2.1, AISC 360-10: Table C-N5.4-2

TASK

INSPECTION TYPE

DESCRIPTION

8. Use of qualified welders

PERFORM

Welding by welders, welding operators, and tack welders who are qualified in conformance with requirements.

9. Control and handling of welding consumables

OBSERVE

· Packaging

· Electrode atmospheric exposure control

10. No welding over cracked tack welds

OBSERVE

11. Environmental conditions

OBSERVE

· Wind speed within limits

· Precipitation and temperature

12. Welding Procedures Specification followed

OBSERVE

· Settings on welding equipment

· Travel speed

· Selected welding materials

· Shielding gas type/flow rate

· Preheat applied

· Interpass temperature maintained (min./max.)

· Proper position (F, V, H, OH)

· Intermix of filler metals avoided

13. Welding techniques

OBSERVE

· Interpass and final cleaning

· Each pass within profile limitations

· Each pass meets quality requirements

A.

STRUCTURAL - STEEL – WELDING SECTION (CONTINUED)

STEEL INSPECTION AFTER WELDING – VERIFY THE FOLLOWING ARE IN COMPLIANCE

IBC 2015 1705.2.1, AISC 360-10: Table C-N5.4-3

TASK

DESCRIPTION

14. Welds cleaned

OBSERVE

15. Size, length, and location of all welds

PERFORM

Size, length, and location of all welds conform to the requirements of the detail drawings.

16. Welds meet visual acceptance criteria

PERFORM AND

DOCUMENT

· Crack prohibition

· Weld/base-metal fusion

· Crater cross section

· Weld profiles

· Weld size

· Undercut

· Porosity

17. Arc strikes

PERFORM

18. k-area

PERFORM

When welding of doubler plates, continuity plates or stiffeners has been performed in the k-area, visually inspect the web k-area for cracks. (AISC 360 – Table N5.4-3)

19. Backing removed, weld tabs removed and finished, and fillet welds added where required

PERFORM

20. Repair activities

PERFORM AND DOCUMENT

21. Document acceptance or rejection of welded joint or member

PERFORM

END SECTION

B. STRUCTURAL - STEEL – BOLTING SECTION

STEEL INSPECTION TASKS PRIOR TO BOLTING – VERIFY THE FOLLOWING ARE IN COMPLIANCE

IBC 1705.2.1, AISC 360-10: Table C-N5.6-1

TASK

DESCRIPTION

1. Manufacture’s certifications available for fastener materials

PERFORM

2. Fasteners marked in accordance with ASTM requirements

OBSERVE

3. Proper fasteners selected for joint detail (grade, type, bolt length if threads are to be excluded from shear plane)

OBSERVE

4. Proper bolting procedure selected for joint detail

OBSERVE

5. Connecting elements, including appropriate faying surface condition and hole preparation, if specified, meet applicable requirements

OBSERVE

6. Proper storage provided for bolts, nuts, washers, and other fastener components

OBSERVE

STEEL INSPECTION TASKS DURING BOLTING – VERIFY THE FOLLOWING ARE IN COMPLIANCE

IBC 1705.2.1, AISC 360-10: Table C-N5.6-2

TASK

INSPECTION TYPE 1

DESCRIPTION

7. Fastener assemblies of suitable condition, placed in all holes and washers (if required) are positioned as required

OBSERVE

8. Joint brought to the snug-tight condition prior to pretensioning operation

OBSERVE

9. Fastener component not turned by the wrench prevented from rotating

OBSERVE

10. Bolts are pretensioned in accordance with RCSC Specification, progressing systematically from the most rigid point toward the free edges

OBSERVE

STEEL INSPECTION TASKS AFTER BOLTING – VERIFY THE FOLLOWING ARE IN COMPLIANCE

IBC 1705.2.1, AISC 360-10: Table C-N5.6-3

TASK

INSPECTION TYPE 1

DESCRIPTION

11. Document acceptance or rejection of all bolted connections

DOCUMENT

C. STRUCTURAL - STEEL - NON DESTRUCTIVE TESTING SECTION

NONDESTRUCTIVE TESTING OF WELDED JOINTS – VERIFY THE FOLLOWING ARE IN COMPLIANCE

IBC 1705.2.1, AISC 360-10: Section N5.5

TASK

DESCRIPTION

1. Use of qualified nondestructive testing personnel

PERFORM

Visual weld inspection and nondestructive testing (NDT) shall be conducted by personnel qualified in accordance with AWS D1.8 clause 7.2

2. CJP groove welds

OBSERVE

[NOTE: DOR must delete this row if section D (SEISMIC PROVISIONS SECTION) is checked]

Dye penetrant testing (DT) and ultrasonic testing (UT) shall be performed on 20% of CJP groove welds for materials greater than 5/16” (8mm) thick. Testing rate must be increased to 100% if greater than 5% of welds tested have unacceptable defects.

3. Welded joints subject to fatigue

OBSERVE

Dye penetrant testing (DT) and Ultrasonic testing (UT) shall be performed on 100% of welded joints identified on contract drawings as being subject to fatigue.

4. Weld tab removal sites

OBSERVE

At the end of welds where weld tabs have been removed, magnetic particle testing shall be performed on the same beam-to-column joints receiving UT

D. STRUCTURAL - STEEL – AISC 341 REQUIREMENTS (SEISMIC PROVISIONS) SECTION

NONDESTRUCTIVE TESTING OF WELDED JOINTS – VERIFY THE FOLLOWING ARE IN COMPLIANCE

IBC 1705.2.1, AISC 341-10: Section J6.2

TASK

DESCRIPTION

[NOTE: DOR may uncheck this section for projects NOT designed in accordance with AISC 341 (Seismic Provisions) or for projects designed according to AISC 341, but using an R value equal to 3]

5. CJP groove welds

OBSERVE

Dye penetrant testing (DT) and ultrasonic testing (UT) shall be performed on 100% of CJP groove welds for materials greater than 5/16” thick (8mm).

6. Beam cope and access hole.

OBSERVE

At welded splices and connections, thermally cut surfaces of beam copes and access holes shall be tested using magnetic particle testing (MT) or dye penetrant testing (DT), when the flange thickness exceeds 1 1/2 in. for rolled shapes, or when the web thickness exceeds 1 1/2 in. for built-up shapes.

7. K-area NDT (AISC 341)

PERFORM

Where welding of doubler plates, continuity plates or stiffeners has been performed in the k-area, the web shall be tested for cracks using magnetic particle testing (MT). The MT inspection area shall include the k-area base metal within 3-inches of the weld. The MT shall be performed no sooner than 48 hours following completion of the welding.

8. Placement of reinforcing or contouring fillet welds

DOCUMENT

E. STRUCTURAL - STEEL - COMPOSITE CONSTRUCTION [footnoteRef:6] [6: See Concrete Construction Section for all concrete related inspection of composite steel construction.]

COMPOSITE CONSTRUCTION PRIOR TO PLACING CONCRETE – VERIFY THE FOLLOWING ARE IN COMPLIANCE

IBC 1705.2.1, AISC 360-10: Table N6.1, AISC 341-10: Table J9-1

TASK

INSPECTION TYPE 2

DESCRIPTION

1. Placement and installation of steel headed stud anchors

PERFORM

2. Material identification of reinforcing steel (Type/Grade)

OBSERVE

3. Determination of carbon equivalent for reinforcing steel other than ASTM A706

OBSERVE

4. Proper reinforcing steel size, spacing, clearances, support, and orientation

OBSERVE

5. Reinforcing steel has been tied and supported as required

OBSERVE

F. STRUCTURAL - STEEL - OTHER INSPECTIONS

OTHER STEEL INSPECTIONS – VERIFY THE FOLLOWING ARE IN COMPLIANCE

IBC 1705.2.1, AISC 341-10: Tables J8-1 & J10-1

TASK

DESCRIPTION

1. Anchor rods and other embedments supporting structural steel

PERFORM

Verify the diameter, grade, type, and length of the anchor rod or embedded item, and the extent or depth of embedment prior to placement of concrete.

2. Fabricated steel or erected steel frame

OBSERVE

Verify compliance with the details shown on the construction documents, such as braces, stiffeners, member locations and proper application of joint details at each connection.

3. Reduced beam sections (RBS) where/if occurs

DOCUMENT

· Contour and finish

· Dimensional tolerances

4. Protected zones

DOCUMENT

No holes or unapproved attachments made by fabricator or erector

5. H-piles where/if occurs

DOCUMENT

No holes or unapproved attachments made by the responsible contractor

G. STRUCTURAL - COLD-FORMED METAL DECK - PLACEMENT SECTION

METAL DECK INSPECTION PRIOR TO DECK PLACEMENT – VERIFY THE FOLLOWING ARE IN COMPLIANCE

SDI QA/QC-2011, Appendix 1, Table 1.1

TASK

DESCRIPTION

1. Verify compliance of materials (deck and all deck accessories) with construction documents, including profiles, material properties, and base metal thickness

PERFORM

2. Document acceptance or rejection of deck and deck accessories

DOCUMENT

METAL DECK INSPECTION DURING DECK PLACEMENT – VERIFY THE FOLLOWING ARE IN COMPLIANCE

SDI QA/QC-2011, Appendix 1, Table 1.2

TASK

INSPECTION TYPE 1

DESCRIPTION

3. Verify compliance of deck and all deck accessories installation with construction documents

PERFORM

4. Verify deck materials are represented by the mill certifications that comply with the construction documents

PERFORM

5. Document acceptance or rejection of installation of deck and deck accessories

DOCUMENT

METAL DECK INSPECTION AFTER DECK PLACEMENT – VERIFY THE FOLLOWING ARE IN COMPLIANCE

SDI QA/QC-2011, Appendix 1, Table 1.3

TASK

INSPECTION TYPE 1

DESCRIPTION

6. Welding procedure specification (WPS) available

PERFORM

7. Manufactures certifications for welding consumables available

OBSERVE

8. Material identification (type/grade)

OBSERVE

9. Check welding equipment

OBSERVE

H. STRUCTURAL - COLD-FORMED METAL DECK – WELDING SECTION

METAL DECK INSPECTION DURING WELDING – VERIFY THE FOLLOWING ARE IN COMPLIANCE

SDI QA/QC-2011, Appendix 1, Table 1.4

TASK

DESCRIPTION

1. Use of qualified welders

OBSERVE

2. Control and handling of welding consumables

OBSERVE

3. Environmental conditions (wind speed, moisture, temperature)

OBSERVE

4. WPS followed

OBSERVE

METAL DECK INSPECTION AFTER WELDING – VERIFY THE FOLLOWING ARE IN COMPLIANCE

SDI QA/QC-2011, Appendix 1, Table 1.5

TASK

INSPECTION TYPE 1

DESCRIPTION

5. Verify size and location of welds, including support, sidelap, and perimeter welds.

PERFORM

6. Welds meet visual acceptance criteria

PERFORM

7. Verify repair activities

PERFORM

8. Document acceptance or rejection of welds

DOCUMENT

I. STRUCTURAL - COLD-FORMED METAL DECK – FASTENING SECTION

METAL DECK INSPECTION BEFORE MECHANICAL FASTENING – VERIFY THE FOLLOWING ARE IN COMPLIANCE

SDI QA/QC-2011, Appendix 1, Table 1.6

TASK

INSPECTION TYPE 1

DESCRIPTION

1. Manufacturer installation instructions available for mechanical fasteners

OBSERVE

2. Proper tools available for fastener installation

OBSERVE

METAL DECK INSPECTION DURING MECHANICAL…