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IBC Chapter 17 Special Inspections Checklist
A special inspection tracking checklist for the inspector of record to verify statutory structural inspections of steel, concrete, soils, and masonry per IBC Chapter 17.
IBC 2021 Ch. 17ACI 318AISC 360ASTM E329
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Program Setup
- Is an approved Statement of Special Inspections on file identifying required inspections? *
- Are the special inspectors and testing agencies approved and qualified for their scope? *
- Is a schedule of special inspections coordinated with the construction sequence? *
- Is the contractor's statement of responsibility on file where seismic/wind resistance applies? *
Soils & Foundations
- Have subgrade bearing materials been verified against the geotechnical report? *
- Has fill placement, lift thickness, and compaction been continuously inspected? *
- Have deep foundation elements (piles/piers) been inspected during installation? *
Concrete
- Has reinforcing steel placement, size, and cover been inspected before pour? *
- Are concrete sampling, slump, air, and temperature tests performed at required frequency? *
- Are compressive strength test cylinders cast and logged? *
- Have post-installed anchors been inspected per the approved criteria? *
Structural Steel & Welding
- Are high-strength bolted connections inspected for proper installation/tension? *
- Is welding inspected by a qualified inspector with WPS verification? *
- Has nondestructive testing (UT/MT) been performed on complete-joint-penetration welds where required? *
Masonry & Reporting
- Is masonry inspection performed at the required level (A or B)? *
- Are discrepancies brought to the attention of the contractor and design professional? *
- Is a final report of special inspections documenting corrected discrepancies submitted? *
- Inspector of record signature
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