Information
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Audit Title
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Document No.
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Client / Site
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Conducted on
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Prepared by
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Location
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Personnel
Samples and Protoypes
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Are paint samples available on site?
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Are joinery finishes available on site ie laminate, corian?
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Are floor finishes samples available?
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Are lighting prototypes available?
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Are Blockwork and brick samples available!
Aluminium doors and Windows
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Check dimensional accuracy of installed windows and doors!
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Aluminium section material and jointing to be checked!
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Surface treatment powdercoat to be checked for application, thickness, paint type!
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Design of windows and doors meet architect requirements!
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Adequate provision for thermal expansion to be allowed for!
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Type of sash to be checked!
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Check vertical and horizontal flashings!
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Check glazing methods and glass clearances!
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Internal and external glazing check glass type!
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Check fixing screws to glass beads!
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All raw edges to be filed down and painted to eliminate possibility of corrosion?
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Doors to swing freely and gaps at frames to be consistent!
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Hardware to windows and doors to be as per hardware schedule, fixed with powdercoated screws!
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Check silicone colour, type and finish internal and external!
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Check caulking to brickwork colour and finish internal and external!
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On site protection and final clean!
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As Built's to be finalised as early as possible and issue of guarantees!
Blockwork
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Check materials are as specified blocks, mortar, reinforcement, flashing, lintels, tie downs, grout filling and acoustic insulation!
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Block-work samples are available on site!
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Check mortar joint consistency and dimensions!
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Check course gauge levels!
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Check face quality of Blockwork!
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Check location, sizes and colour of expansion joints!
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Check cavity and parapet flashings!
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Ensure pressed metal door frames are filled and that no distortion has occurred!
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Ensure correct positioning of ties and built in work!
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Ensure lintels have correct bearing on each side of the opening!
Brickwork
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Check dimensional accuracy of wall and course set out!
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Set a standard of quality with sample panel, sample wall or both
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Check all bricks delivered to site against supplied samples reject any that do not fall within the clients agreed range!
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Bricks are to be colour selected and colour mixed as required likewise with mortar!
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Check specifications for any special requirements ie: mortar and brick testing, special jointing, control joints and ties!
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Brickwork minimum standard is to be as set out in the appropriate code!
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All bricks must be laid to a string line!
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Set all door frame heads to be a common level throughout the building!
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Bricks must be cut off with brick saw to all face walls!
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Check building in of door frames!
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Check tolerances on internal walls!
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Check installation of shelf angles and lintels!
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Check type, location and fixing of brick ties!
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Expansion joint locations to be checked!
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Cavities must be cleaned by either water or chains alternatively use cavity battens!
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Ensure that acid cleaning does not burn brickwork on completion must be left clean!
Carpet
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Ensure substrate is prepared and cleaned prior to laying!
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Check carpet and underlay against samples on site for conformity including colour, texture and pattern?
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Check pattern for direction as per specification and drawings
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Check carpet colours as per finishes schedule for colour and pattern laying per area ie: right colour, pattern per room area!
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Check for damage or marks prior to and after laying!
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Check joints and seams for no visible joint apparent!
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Cross joints permitted only in low traffic areas on minimal occasions!
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Complete installation shall be smooth and free from wrinkles, bulges, tears, creases, defective seams and stains!
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Ensure vinyl skirting is tightly tucked between carpet and wall and glued to walls!
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Check skirting has not been scuffed by carpet layers!
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Check that carpet has been cleaned and floor protection installed in finished areas!
Concrete
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Check that mpa and slump tests have been carried out and concrete as within specified tolerances!
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Check for work and reinforcement has been inspected and approved by engineer prior to pour!
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Check that penetrations, conduits and services are in correct locations prior to pour!
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Check all built items and ensure correct location!
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Check curing agent is acceptable by engineer!
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Check that dumpy level is on site to take levels!
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Check that samples have been taken for testing!
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Check that records are available of where test locations are!
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Check that all exposed edges have been tooled while concrete is workable!
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Check all set downs and up stands are correct for future floor finishes!
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Check all concrete finishes are within specified tolerances!
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Check that records for pour dates, pour locations, and cure times are marked on floor plan!
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Check that concrete is covered if poor weather conditions are apparent!
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Clean up after each pour!
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Check that truck wash down area is nominated!
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Check that disposal of excess concrete is as per environmental management plan!
Demolition
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Check that correct revision drawings and specification are onsite prior to commencement!
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Check that services have been identified and isolated prior to commencement!
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Check that hazardous materials survey has been obtained prior to commencement!
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Check that engineers approval fro removal of structural elements has been obtained prior to commencement!
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Check that slab has been scanned for services prior to cutting penetrations!
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Check that WorkCover has been notified on intention to remove structural elements or cut structural penetrations prior to commencement!
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Check that all items, areas or walls or clearly marked for demolition and confirmed by MPA prior to commencement!
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Check that all adjoining properties are inspected and recorded and condition agreed prior to commencement!
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Check that waste is segregated for recycling reuse where possible!
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Check that all public areas are protected prior to commencement!
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Check that all trade contractors are licensed where required!
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Check that waste disposal summary is received weekly!
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Check that areas are left clean and safe at end of each shift!
Electrical
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Check that correct revision drawings and specification are available onsite
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Check that electrical survey and installation of RCD'S, in all lighting circuits is completed prior to other trades commencing onsite!
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Check that temporary boards clearly identify where they are supplied from!
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Check that all temporary boards are tested for compliance and trip tested prior to using!
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Check that temporary board circuit breakers have lockable covers with padlock!
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Check that temporary boards display test records and are securely fastened to ground!
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Check that electrical contractor has copies of electrical standards onsite!
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Check that circuit identification is as per specification!
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Check that insulating grommets are installed wherever cable pass through steel studs or purlins!
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Check that all electrical installations are as per Australian Standards and specification!
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Check lighting is as per specification, samples and prototypes!
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Check that commissioning is planned and as per specification!
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Check delivery dates for switchboards is compliant with program!
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Check that commissioning of emergency lighting is as per AS/NZS 8293!
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Ensure that as built drawings, manuals are submitted for review and approval as early as possible!
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Ensure client training is given regarding operating systems!
Excavation
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Check that correct revisions of drawings and specification are available onsite!
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Check that all required permits and approvals are obtained prior to commencement!
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Check that services are identified using dial before you dig or scanning prior to commencement!
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Check and confirm locations of excavations prior to commencement!
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Check that dilapidation report on adjoining properties is completed prior to commencement!
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Check DA for restrictions!
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Check levels are as required!
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Check that shoring is installed along with safe access and protection form falling into excavation during works!
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Check that operator for machinery are licensed and maintenance records of plant are available!
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Check that isolation zones are installed during works as required!
Formwork
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Check that correct revision drawings and specification are available onsite!
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Check that Formwork is installed as per specifications, drawings, code of practice and Australian Standards!
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Check that engineers approvals have been obtained prior to pour!
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Check locations and levels of cast in services prior to pour!
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Check Formwork dimensions are within tolerance, joints are tight and set out is correct as per drawings!
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Check that all protruding reinforcement is protected against implement!
Glazing
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Check that correct revision drawing and specification are available onsite!
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Check that glazing method is as per specification!
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Check glass thickness against specification!
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Check all glazing for blemishes, cracks and imperfections!
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Check glass for correct size, fully beaded and trade cleaned properly!
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Check all installed glass to be properly bedded and checked for rattles or distortion!
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Check or glazing for proper sealing of joints and glass!
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Check that glass is cleaned correctly to avoid damage!
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Check that glazing certificate is obtained for as installed and as per specification!
Hydraulics
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Check that correct revisions of drawings and specification are available onsite!
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Check locations of services prior to installation!
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Concealed pipe work to be firmly fixed to prevent water hammer!
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Check locations of basins, fixings and utilities prior to installation using drawing and specification!
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Check fixtures and fitting against samples, prototypes and schedules prior to installation!
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Check that installation is as per Australian Standards!
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Check that underground works are documented for inclusion in as Built's!
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Check that taps have no leaks!
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Check that cisterns and pans are installed level!
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Check that installed basins are water tight and level!
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Check floor waste positions prior to installation and checked against drawings after installation
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Check all drains are laid on firm compacted bed!
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Check all pits are water tight!
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Check falls on all drains are correct!
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Check that inspection by Sydney Water is carried out when required!
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Check that all pipe work is recorded for inclusion on as Built's!
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Ensure that as Built's and required certification is obtained as early as possible!
Joinery
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Check that correct revisions of drawings and specifications are available onsite!
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Check that samples of finishes and prototypes are available onsite!
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Check that dimensional accuracy of units is check measured onsite prior to installation!
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Check laminate colours are as per samples and specification prior to delivery to site!
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Check all timber to be kiln dried and strength graded!
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Check laminate surfaces has not bubbled!
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Check all arises have rounded edges where specified!
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Check splash backs are the same colour where specified!
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Check all joinery timber is free of knots, shakes, cracks or splits!
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Check all laminates are sealed!
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Check all joints between joinery and vanities, screens and document trays to be caulked!
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Check all mitre, housing joints to be of good workmanship and as per specification!
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Check all draws slide easily and have dovetail joints!
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Check all draws and doors have equal gap spacing!
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Check all hardware is as per specification and samples or prototypes prior to installation!
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Check that bench tops are supported on KDHW ladder frame comprising ex 75x25 perimeter rails and ex 50 x 25!
Mechanical
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Check that correct revisions of drawings and specification are available onsite!
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Check that all items to be fitted of are at correct locations, heights as per drawings and specifications!
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Check that colour of registers and units is as per specifications!
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Check that ductwork is manufactured according to specification!
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Check that fan guards are fitted to belts and pulleys and inlet guards fitted!
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Check installed ductwork is dimensionally accurate, gaskets installed, corners sealed, hangers at correct intervals and damage free!
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Check flexible ducts to have joints taped, insulated at pop cut in, firmly clamped to pops and damage free!
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Check that all exposed pipe work is insulated with bends neatly mitred!
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Check ductwork is clean internally and externally!
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Check pie work is adequately clipped!
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Check that dissimilar materials are isolated from one and another!
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Check that insulation is applied neatly and securely!
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Check that condensate pipe work is installed with correct falls!
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Check there are no gaps in pipe insulation, armaflex butt joints amd longitudinal slits glued and taped!
Painting
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Check that correct revisions of drawings and specifications are available onsite!
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Check that sample for all finishes are available onsite!
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Confirm correct materials upon arrival onsite prior to application!
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Check that painting contractor has confirmed colour choices for all painting and marked on drawings prior to painting!
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Confirm sanding of coats between coats!
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Confirm each coat applied prior to applying next coat until all coats are applied as per specification!
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Check all filling sanding prior to application!
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Check filling sanding of gaps between door frame and wall lining prior to applying paint!
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Check that stop ends are painted prior to installation!
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Check quality of gloss finishes on pressed door frames!
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Check if environmentally friendly substitution is possible!
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Check all finishes have no show through!
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Check that protection, masking tape is installed prior to painting!
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Check that touch ups are not visible!
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Check that shadow lines are clean and that other colours are fined cleanly!
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Check that all protection, masking tape is removed and all marks and blemishes removed!
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Check for paint on areas where it shouldn't be example aluminium!
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Clean all areas painted!
Partitions
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Check that correct revisions of drawings and specification are available onsite!
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Check materials for conformance to specification upon arrival onsite!
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Check walls are straight and within tolerance prior to sheeting!
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Check location of services prior to closing walls!
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Confirm insulation is installed and if required by client witnessed prior to closing walls!
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Check all wall angles are mitre cut at corner and fit to a clean 45 degree angle!
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Check all stop ends are painted prior to installation!
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Check all joints are sanded flush with plasterboard!
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Check that types of joints specified are achieved!
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Check that plasterboard is installed as per manufactures specification!
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Check there are no gaps between ceilings and walls!
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Check ceiling grid in all directions is straight, level and true!
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Check framework set out for ceilings incorporates linear grills!
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Check all main runners miss all penetrations and grid system is stable!
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Check all shadow lines are clean and level and painted!
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Check ceiling is installed level and at correct heights!
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Check cornice installation is straight and finished with no more gaps!
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Check that access panels are installed at correct locations as per drawings and specification and have other trades confirmed locations!
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Check that finishes requiring make good after other trades is completed!
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Check the finish is acceptable prior to painting!
Reinforcement
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Check that correct revision drawings and specification are available onsite!
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Check and confirm all set out works!
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Check materials comply with specification upon arrival onsite!
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Check that specified support and cover is achieved!
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Check trimming for all openings!
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Check bar chairs are correctly positioned and spaced!
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Check that plastic tipped chairs are installed on all formed faces!
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Check that reinforcement is place in all excavated areas as soon as possible!
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Check that plastic membrane is protected against punching from bar chairs!
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Check that starter bars are protected to eliminate displacement!
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When possible pre fabricate reinforcement for beams!
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Check all reinforcement is placed as per engineers drawings!
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Ensure that engineers sign off is obtained prior to pour!
Roofing
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Check that correct revisions of drawings and specifications are available onsite!
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Check all materials comply with specification upon arrival onsite!
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Check sarking, insulation, roof sheets, fasteners!
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Check flashings, cappings and sealants!
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Check gutters, support brackets, downpipes, sumps and overflows!
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Check roof lights, cowls bird proofing!
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Check roof materials are fitted securely and made weather proof!
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Check installation is carried out as per manufactures specifications!
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Check adequate turn up and turn down on all sheets!
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Check ridge capping is installed satisfactorily!
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Check all materials abutting each other are compatible with each other!
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Check that penetrations and flashings are designed, fabricated and sealed satisfactorily!
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Check gutter fall and gauge!
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Check all box gutters have overflow installed!
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Check box sumps and dips have wire guards!
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Check downpipes are connected to gutter or sump!
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Check downpipes are sealed into storm water pipes!
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Check water tightness of roof system!
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Ensure roof is cleaned upon installation!
Vinyl
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Check correct revisions of drawings and specifications are available onsite!
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Check samples of vinyls to be installed are available onsite
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Check preparation of substrate prior to installation!
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Check and confirm colours and pattern direction and set out accordingly!
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Check welding of seams is colour matched to agreed samples!
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Check all joints in vinyl are straight!
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Check jointing in vinyl to be inconspicuous!
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Ensure that 3 mm MDF is used as floor protection for all newly completed works!