Construction inspection manual

by William D. Mahoney (Author, Editor)

The goal of the Construction inspection manual is to improve inspection procedures on all types of construction work and to achieve a consensus among owners, architects, engineers, contractors and construction inspectors as to the best methods and practices.

Because good plans and specifications are the cornerstone of good construction, this manual also provides valuable guidelines for improvement of the design and specification processes.

Construction inspection manual: The need for consistent field inspection is imperative, due to the number of overlapping codes, specification standards and individual interpretations among architects, engineers and agencies, as well as the demanding designs and requirements for precise execution of the work.

It is hoped that this manual will encourage an on-going effort to which all segments of the industry can contribute their expertise to accomplish a more uniform application of inspection methods that will benefit all parties.

Construction inspection manual: Develop an orderly system of reviewing, routing and distributing submittals, such as shop drawings, product data, and samples; process and return to the contractor in a timely fashion.

Develop final color and material selections, early in the project so as not to delay the work. Develop a method of correspondence to “put in writing” observations of the project, intent, interpretations, decisions, memorandums, etc. of meetings, and progress of the work.

Keep the owner, the construction inspector, the contractor, and consultants fully informed and distribute copies of all correspondence, forms, reports and approvals to all parties.