si_schedule_5-25-2016.pdf

SCHEDULE OF SPECIAL INSPECTIONS

P – Perform these Special Inspections tasks for each welded joint or member. (AISC 360 & AISC 341)

O – Observe these Special Inspections items on a random daily basis. Operations need not be delayed pending these inspections. (AISC 360 & AISC 341)

D – Document, with a report, that the work has been performed in accordance with the contract documents. (AISC 341)

C – Continuous Special Inspections is the constant monitoring of specific tasks by a special inspector. These inspections must be carried out continuously over the duration of the particular tasks. (IBC)

P – Periodic Special Inspections is Special Inspections by the special inspector who is intermittently present where the work to be inspected has been or is being performed. (IBC)

STRUCTURAL STEEL

PRIOR TO WELDING (Table N5.4-1, AISC 360-10 & TABLE J6-1, AISC 341-10)

Required Task Perform Observe Description

1. Verify welding procedures

(WPS) and consumable certificates

P - (AISC 360 – Table N5.4-1)

2. Material identification

(Type/Grade)

- O

(AISC 360 – Table N5.4-1 & AISC 341 – Table J6-1)

3. Welder identification system

- O

A system shall be maintained by which a welder who has welded a joint or member can be identified. Stamps, if used, shall be the low-stress dye type.

(AISC 360 – Table N5.4-1 & AISC 341 – Table J6-1)

4. Fit-up groove welds (including joint geometry)

- O

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) (AISC 360 – Table N5.4-1 & AISC 341 – Table J6-1)

5. Configuration and finish of access holes

- O

(AISC 360 – Table N5.4-1 & AISC 341 – Table J6-1)

6. Fit-up of fillet welds

- O

Dimensions (alignment, gaps at root)

Cleanliness (condition of steel surfaces)

Tacking (tack weld quality and location) (AISC 360 – Table N5.4-1 & AISC 341 – Table J6-1)

STRUCTURAL STEEL

DURING WELDING (Table N5.4-2, AISC 360-10 & TABLE J6-2, AISC 341-10)

Required Task Perform Observe Description

☒ 1. Use of qualified welders - O (AISC 360 – Table N5.4-2)

2. Control and handling of welding consumables - O

Packaging

Exposure control. (AISC 360 – Table N5.4-2 & AISC 341 – Table J6-2)

3. No welding over cracked tack welds

- O

(AISC 360 – Table N5.4-2 & AISC 341 – Table J6-2)

4. Environmental conditions

- O

Wind speed within limits

Precipitation and temperature (AISC 360 – Table N5.4-2 & AISC 341 – Table J6-2)

5. WPS followed

- O

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 unless approved (AISC 360 – Table N5.4-2 & AISC 341 – Table J6-2)

6. Welding techniques

- O

Interpass and final cleaning

Each pass within profile limitations

Each pass meets quality requirements (AISC 360 – Table N5.4-2 & AISC 341 – Table J6-2)

AFTER WELDING (TABLE N5.4-3, AISC 360-10 & TABLE J6-3, AISC 341-10):

Required Task Perform Observe Description

1. Welds cleaned

- O (AISC 360 – Table N5.4-3 & AISC 341 – Table J6-3)

2. Size, length, and location of welds P -

(AISC 360 – Table N5.4-3 & AISC 341 – Table J6-3)

3. Welds meet visual acceptance criteria

P/D*** -

Crack prohibition

Weld/base-metal fusion

Crater cross section

Weld profiles

Weld size

Undercut

Porosity (AISC 360 – Table N5.4-3 & AISC 341 – Table J6-3)

☒ 4. Arc strikes P - (AISC 360 – Table N5.4-3)

5. k-area

P -

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

6. Backing removed and weld tabs removed (if required) P -

(AISC 360 – Table N5.4-3)

7. Backing removed, weld tabs removed and finished, and fillet welds added (if required)

P/D -

(AISC 341 – Table J6-3)

8. Placement of reinforcing or contouring fillet welds (if required)

P/D - (AISC 341 – Table J6-3)

9. Repair activities

P/D*** - (AISC 360 – Table N5.4-3 & AISC 341 – Table J6-3)

10. Document acceptance or rejection of welded joint/member

P - (AISC 360 – Table N5.4-3)

NONDESTRUCTIVE TESTING (SECTION N5.5, AISC 360-10 & SECTION J6.2, AISC 341-10):

Required Task Perform Observe Description

1. CJP welds (Risk Cat. II)

- O

Ultrasonic testing shall be performed on 10% of CJP groove welds in butt, T- and corner joints subject to transversely applied tension loading in materials 5/16-inch thick or greater. Testing rate must be increased if > 5% of welds tested have unacceptable defects. (AISC 360 N5.5b)

2. CJP welds (Risk Cat. III, IV or V)

- O

Ultrasonic testing shall be performed on all CJP groove welds in butt, T- and corner joints subject to transversely applied tension loading in materials 5/16-inch thick or greater. (AISC 360 N5.5b)

3. CJP welds

- O

Ultrasonic testing shall be performed on 100% of CJP groove welds in materials 5/16-inch or greater. Magnetic particle testing shall be performed on 25% of all beam-to-column CJP groove welds. (AISC 341 J6.2b)

4. Access holes (flange > 2”)

- O

Thermally cut surfaces of access holes shall be MT or PT when the flange thickness exceeds 2 in. for rolled shapes, or when the web thickness exceeds 2 in.

for built-up shapes. Any cracks shall be deemed unacceptable regardless of size or location. (AISC 360 N5.5c)

5. Welded joints subject to fatigue

- O

Radiographic or Ultrasonically inspect welded joints identified on the contract documents to be subject to fatigue per sections 5.1, 5.2, 5.3, 5.4, 6.1, 6.2, and 6.3 of Table A-3.1, AISC 360-10. (AISC 360 N5.5d)

PRIOR TO BOLTING (TABLE N5.6-1, AISC 360-10 & TABLE J7-1, AISC 341-10):

Required Task Perform Observe Description

1. Manufacture’s certification available for fastener materials

P - (AISC 360 – Table N5.6-1)

2. Fasteners marked in accordance with ASTM requirements

- O (AISC 360 – Table N5.6-1)

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

- O

(AISC 360 – Table N5.6-1 & AISC 341 Table J7-1)

4. Proper bolting procedure selected for joint detail - O (AISC 360 – Table N5.6-1 & AISC 341 Table J7-1)

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

- O

(AISC 360 – Table N5.6-1 & AISC 341 Table J7-1)

6. Pre-installation verification testing by installation personnel observed and documented for fastener assemblies and methods used

- O/D***

(AISC 360 – Table N5.6-1 & AISC 341 Table J7-1)

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

- O

(AISC 360 – Table N5.6-1 & AISC 341 Table J7-1)

DURING BOLTING (TABLE N5.6-2, AISC 360-10 & TABLE J7-2, AISC 341-10):

Required Task Perform Observe Description

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

- O

(AISC 360 – Table N5.6-2 & AISC 341 Table J7-2)

2. Joint brought to the snug-tight condition prior to pretensioning operations

- O (AISC 360 – Table N5.6-2 & AISC 341 Table J7-2)

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

- O (AISC 360 – Table N5.6-2 & AISC 341 Table J7-2)

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

- O

(AISC 360 – Table N5.6-2 & AISC 341 Table J7-2)

AFTER BOLTING (TABLE N5.6-3, AISC 360-10 & TABLE J7-3, AISC 341-10):

Required Task Perform Observe Description

Document acceptance or rejection of bolted connections

P/D*** - (AISC 360 – Table N5.6-3 & AISC 341 Table J7-2)

OTHER STEEL INSPECTIONS (SECTION N5.7, AISC 360-10):

Required Task Perform Observe Description

1. Anchor rods and other embedments supporting structural steel P -

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. (AISC 360 N5.7)

2. Fabricated steel or erected steel frame

- O

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. (AISC 360 N5.7)

1.

2.

3.

STEEL ELEMENTS OF COMPOSITE CONSTRUCTION PRIOR TO CONCRETE PLACEMENT

(TABLE N6.1, AISC 360-10):

Required Task Perform Observe Description

1. Placement and installation of steel deck P -

(AISC 360 – Table N6.1)

2. Placement and installation of steel headed stud anchors

P - (AISC 360 – Table N6.1)

3. Document acceptance or rejection of steel elements

P - (AISC 360 – Table N6.1)

3.

4.

5.

6.

7.

STEEL CONSTRUCTION OTHER THAN STRUCTURAL STEEL

STEEL ROOF AND FLOOR DECKS (IBC TABLE 1705.2.2):

Required Task Continuous Periodic Description

1. Material verification of cold-formed steel deck

- P

Confirm that identification markings are provided to conform to ASTM standards specified on approved construction documents. Verify material with manufacturer’s certified test reports. (IBC Table 1705.2.2, 1.a, 1.b)

2. Floor and roof deck welds

- P

Visual inspection to confirm that welds meet acceptance criteria of AWS D1.3 and verify welder qualifications. (IBC Table 1705.2.2, 2.a)

3.

4.

CONCRETE CONSTRUCTION

IBC TABLE 1705.3, 1705.12.1:

Required Task Continuous Periodic Description

1. Reinforcing steel, including prestressing tendons

- P

Verify prior to placing concrete that reinforcing is of specified type, grade and size; that it is free of oil, dirt and rust; that it is located and spaced properly; that hooks, bends, ties, stirrups and supplemental reinforcement are placed correctly;

that lap lengths, stagger and offsets are provided; and that all mechanical connections are installed per the manufacturer’s instructions and/or evaluation report. (IBC Table 1705.3, 1)

2. Anchors cast in concrete

- P

Verify prior to placing concrete that cast in anchors have proper embedment, spacing and edge distance. (IBC Table 1705.3, 3)

3. Post-installed anchors or dowels

C

Inspect all post-installed anchors/dowels as required by the approved ICC-ES report. (IBC Table 1705.3, 4)

4. Use of required mix design - P Verify that all mixes used comply with the approved construction documents(IBC Table 1705.3, 5)

5. Concrete slump, air content, and temperature

C -

At the time fresh concrete is sampled to fabricate specimens for strength test verify these tests are performed. (IBC Table 1705.3, 6)

6. Concrete & shotcrete placement

C -

Verify proper application techniques are used during concrete conveyance and depositing avoids segregation or contamination. Verify that concrete is properly consolidated. (IBC Table 1705.3, 7)

7. Curing temperature and techniques - P Inspect curing , cold weather protection and hot weather protection procedures. (IBC Table 1705.3, 8)

8. Pre-stressed concrete

C -

Verify application of prestressing forces and grouting of bonded prestressing tendons in the seismic force-resisting system. (IBC Table 1705.3, 9)

CONCRETE CONSTRUCTION

IBC TABLE 1705.3, 1705.12.1:

Required Task Continuous Periodic Description

9. Erection of precast concrete

- P

Verify that all precast elements are lifted, assembled and braced in accordance with the approved construction documents. (IBC Table 1705.3, 10)

10. In-situ concrete strength verification

- P

Prior to the removal of shores and forms or the stressing of post-tensioned tendons verify that adequate strength has been achieved. (IBC Table 1705.3, 11)

11. Formwork

- P

Inspect the forms to ensure that they are placed plumb and conform to the shapes, lines, and dimensions of the members as required by the approved construction documents. (IBC Table 1705.3, 12)

12. Reinforcement complying with ASTM A 615 in special moment frames, special structural walls and coupling beams (**)

- P

Verify that ASTM A 615 reinforcing steel used in these areas complies with ACI 318: 21.1.5.2 by means of certified mill test reports. If this reinforcing steel is to be welded chemical tests shall be performed in accordance with ACI 318:

3.5.2. (IBC 1705.12.1)

13. Reinforcement placement within progressive collapse resisting system (#)

C -

Visual inspect reinforcing steel placement with a particular emphasis on reinforcing steel anchorages, laps and other details within the progressive collapse resisting system, including horizontal tie force elements, vertical tie force elements and bridging elements. (UFC 4-023-03, 1717.5)

MASONRY CONSTRUCTION – LEVEL B

PRIOR TO CONSTRUCTION (SPEC ARTICLE 1.5, TMS-602/ACI 530.1-11):

Required Task Continuous Periodic Description

Review material certificates, mix designs, test results and construction procedures

- P

Verify that materials conform to the requirements of the approved construction documents. (ACI 530, Table 1.19.2, 1)

AS CONSTRUCTION BEGINS (TABLE 1.19.2, TMS-402/ACI 530-11):

Required Task Continuous Periodic Description

1. Proportions of site-prepared mortar

- P

Verify that mortar is of the type and color specified on the construction documents, that it conforms to ASTM C 270, and that it is mixed in accordance with Article 2.6 A of TMS-602/ACI

530.1. (ACI 530, Table 1.19.2, 2.a)

2. Construction of mortar joints - P Verify that mortar joints comply with Article 3.3 B of TMS-602/ACI 530.1.

(ACI 530, Table 1.19.2, 2.b)

3. Grade and size of prestressing tendons and anchorages

- P

Verify that prestressing tendons comply with Article 2.4 B of TMS- 602/ACI 530.1 and that anchorages, couplers, and end blocks comply with Article 2.4 H. (ACI 530, Table 1.19.2, 2.c)

4. Location of reinforcement, connectors, and prestressing tendons and anchorages

- P

Verify that reinforcement is placed in accordance with Article 3.4 of TMS- 602/ACI 530.1. Prestressing tendons shall be placed per Article 3.6 A. (ACI 530, Table 1.19.2, 2.d)

5. Prestressing technique

- P

Verify that prestressing technique complies with Article 3.6 B of TMS- 602/ACI 530.1. (ACI 530, Table 1.19.2, 2.e)

6. Properties of thin-bed mortar for AAC masonry

C P

Verify that mortar complies with Article

2.1 C of TMS-602/ACI 530.1.

Continuous inspection for the first 5000 square feet of wall and periodic for all following applications. (ACI 530, Table 1.19.2, 2.f)

PRIOR TO GROUTING (TABLE 1.19.2, TMS-402/ACI 530-11):

Required Task Continuous Periodic Description

1. Grout space

- P

Verify that grout space is free of mortar droppings, debris, loose aggregate, and other deleterious materials and that cleanouts are provided per Article 3.2 D and 3.2 F of TMS-602/ACI 530.1. (ACI 530, Table 1.19.2, 3.a)

2. Grade, type, and size of reinforcement and anchor bolts, and prestressing tendons and anchorages

- P

Verify that reinforcement, joint reinforcement, wall ties, anchor bolts and veneer anchors comply with the approved construction documents and Section 1.16 of TMS 402/ACI 530. (ACI 530, Table 1.19.2, 3.b)

3. Placement of reinforcement, connectors, and prestressing tendons and anchorages

- P

Verify that reinforcement, joint reinforcement, wall ties, anchor bolts and veneer anchors are installed in accordance with the approved construction documents and Articles

3.2 E, 3.4, and 3.6 A of TMS 602/ACI

530.1. (ACI 530, Table 1.19.2, 3.c)

4. Proportions of site-prepared grout and prestressing grout for bonded tendons

- P

Verify that grout is proportioned per ASTM C 476 and has a slump between 8-11 inches. Self-consolidated grout shall not be proportioned onsite. (ACI 530, Table 1.19.2, 3.d)

5. Construction of mortar joints

- P

Verify that mortar joints are placed in accordance with Article 3.3 B of TMS 602/ACI 530.1. (ACI 530, Table 1.19.2, 3.e)

DURING MASONRY CONSTRUCTION (TABLE 1.19.2, TMS-402/ACI 530-11):

Required Task Continuous Periodic Description

1. Size and location of structural elements

- P

Verify the locations of structural elements with respect to the approved plans and confirm that tolerances meet the requirements of Article 3.3 F of TMS 602/ACI 530.1. (ACI 530, Table 1.19.2, 4.a)

2. Type, size, and location of anchors, including other details of anchorage of masonry to structural members, frames, or other construction.

- P

Verify that correct anchorages and connections are provided per the approved plans and Sections 1.16.4.3 and 1.17.1 of TMS 402/ACI 530. (ACI 530, Table 1.19.2, 4.b)

3. Welding of reinforcement

C -

Verify welded reinforcement meet the requirements of Section 2.1.7.7.2, 3.3.3.4(c), and 8.3.3.4(b) of TMS 402/ACI 530. (ACI 530, Table 1.19.2, 4.c)

4. Preparation, construction, and protection of masonry during cold weather (<40°F) or hot weather (>90°F).

- P

Verify that cold-weather construction is performed in accordance with Article

1.8 C of TMS 602/ACI 530.1 and hot

weather construction per Article 1.8 D of TMS 602/ACI 530.1. (ACI 530, Table 1.19.2, 4.d)

5. Application and measurement of prestressing force

C -

Verify the proper prestressting force is applied per Article 3.6 B of TMS 602/ACI 530.1. (ACI 530, Table 1.19.2, 4.e)

6. Placement of grout and prestressing grout for bonded tendons is in compliance

C -

Verify placement of grout is done in accordance with Article 3.5 of TMS 602/ACI 530.1 and placement of grout for bonded tendons is in accordance with Article 3.6 C of TMS 602/ACI

530.1. (ACI 530, Table 1.19.2, 4.f)

7. Placement of AAC masonry units and construction of thin-bed mortar joints C P

Verify that mortar is placed in accordance with Article 3.3 B.8 of TMS- 602/ACI 530.1. Continuous inspection for the first 5000 square feet of wall and periodic for all following applications. (ACI 530, Table 1.19.2, 4.g)

8. Observation of grout specimens, mortar specimens, and/or prisms

- P

Confirm that specimens/prisms are performed as required by Article 1.4 of TMS-602/ACI 530.1. (ACI 530, Table 1.19.2, 5)

MINIMUM TESTING (TABLE 1.19.2, TMS-402/ACI 530-11):

Required Task Continuous Periodic Description

1. Verification of Slump Flow and Visual Stability Index (VSI) for self-consolidating grout

Compressive strength tests should be performed in accordance with ASTM C 1019 for slump flow and ASTM C 1611 for VSI. (ACI 530, Table 1.19.2)

2. Verification of f’m and f’AAC

Determine the compressive strength for each wythe by the “unit strength method” or by the “prism test method” as specified in Article 1.4 B of TMS 602/ACI 530.1 prior to construction.

(ACI 530, Table 1.19.2)

SOILS CONSTRUCTION

IBC TABLE 1705.6

Required Task Continuous Periodic Description

1. Foundation bearing capacity - P Verify the materials below foundations are adequate to achieve the design bearing capacity. (IBC TABLE 1705.6, 1)

2. Excavations

- P Verify the excavations are extended to the proper depth and have reached proper material. (IBC TABLE 1705.6, 2)

3. Perform classification and testing of compacted fill materials

- P

(IBC TABLE 1705.6, 3)

4. Compacted fill material

C -

Verify the use of proper materials, densities and lift thicknesses during placement and compaction of compacted fill. (IBC TABLE 1705.6, 4)

5. Subgrade

- P

Prior to placement of compacted fill, observe sub-grade and verify that site has been prepared properly. (IBC TABLE 1705.6, 5)

MASTIC AND INTUMESCENT FIRE-RESISTANT COATINGS (IBC 1705.14)

IBC 1705.14

Required Task Continuous Periodic Description

1. Surface preparation

- P

Prior to application confirm that surface temperature and substrate are acceptable in accordance with AWCI

12-B. (AWCI 12-B, 3)

2. Thickness

- P

Final thickness of coating must be verified in multiple locations prior to applying top coat per AWCI 12-B.

(AWCI 12-B, 6)

FIRE-RESISTANT PENETRATIONS AND JOINTS

IBC 1705.16

Required Task Continuous Periodic Description

1. Penetration firestops

- P Listed systems shall be inspected in accordance with ASTM E 2174. (IBC 1705.16.1)

2. Fire-resistant joint systems - P Listed systems shall be inspected in accordance with ASTM E 2393. (IBC 1705.16.2)

ARCHITECTURAL COMPONENTS

IBC 1705.10.3, 1705.11.5 & 1705.11.7

Required Task Continuous Periodic Description

1. Roof and wall cladding (*)

- P

Verify appropriate materials, fasteners and attachment at commencement of work and at completion. (IBC 1705.10.3.1)

2. Erection and fastening of exterior cladding or interior and exterior veneers (**)

- P

Verify appropriate materials, fasteners and attachment at commencement of work and at completion. (Not required if height is less than 30 feet or weight is less than 5psf). (IBC 1705.11.5)

3. Erection and fastening of interior and exterior nonbearing walls (**) - P

Verify appropriate materials, fasteners and attachment at commencement of work and at completion. (Not required if height is less than 30 feet or weight is less than 15psf). (IBC 1705.11.5)

4. Access floors (**)

- P

Verify that anchorage complies with approved construction documents.

Inspection of post-installed anchors shall comply with approved ICC-ES report. (IBC 1705.11.5.1)

5. Storage racks (**)

- P

Verify that anchorage complies with approved construction documents.

Inspection of post-installed anchors shall comply with approved ICC-ES report. (IBC 1705.11.7)

MECHANICAL & ELECTRICAL COMPONENTS

IBC 1705.11.4, 1705.11.6 & 1705.12.3 and UFC 3-301-01

Required Task Continuous Periodic Description

1. Anchorage of emergency or standby power systems (**)

- P Verify that anchorage complies with approved construction documents. (IBC 1705.11.6.1)

2. Anchorage of electrical equipment not part of emergency or standby power systems (**)

- P

Verify that anchorage complies with approved construction documents. (IBC 1705.11.6.2)

3. Installation of piping systems carrying hazardous materials and their associated mechanical units (**)

- P

Verify that installation and restraint comply with approved construction documents. (IBC 1705.11.6.3)

4. Installation of HVAC ductwork containing hazardous materials (**)

- P Verify that installation and restraint comply with approved construction documents. (IBC 1705.11.6.4)

5. Installation of vibration isolation systems having a clearance of less than 1/4 inch between the equipment support frame and restraint

- P

Verify that installation complies with approved construction documents and manufacturer’s recommendations. (IBC 1705.11.6.5)

6. Designated seismic systems

- P

Confirm that manufacturer’s certificate of compliance conforms to the requirements of Section 13.2 of ASCE 7.

Verify that the label, anchorage or mounting conforms to the manufacturer’s certificate of compliance. (IBC 1705.11.4)

7. Designated seismic system equipment verification

- P

Verify model number and serial number are in conformance with the Project Specific Seismic Qualification

(PSSQ).

Verify Tag ID is correct and installed per specifications. (UFC 3-301-01 Table 2-3, 1)

8. Designated seismic system equipment mounting

- P

Verify that anchor base bolting is installed per PSSQ.

Verify that equipment bracing is installed per PSSQ.

Verify that bracing attachments are installed per PSSQ. (UFC 3-301-01 Table 2-3, 2)

MECHANICAL & ELECTRICAL COMPONENTS

IBC 1705.11.4, 1705.11.6 & 1705.12.3 and UFC 3-301-01

Required Task Continuous Periodic Description

9. Designated seismic system utility conduit/piping

- P

Verify that conduit/piping is connected to the equipment per PSSQ (flex or rigid)

Verify that conduit/piping is seismically supported independently of equipment and in accordance with PSSQ support requirements.

(UFC 3-301-01 Table 2-3, 3)

10. Designated seismic system clearance

- P

Adjacent equipment – Verify that there is adequate gap to eliminate the possibility of pounding.

Conduit/piping – Verify that there is adequate gap to eliminate possibility of pounding. (UFC 3-301-01 Table 2- 3, 4)