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Footing and Foundation Checklist

Performing Footing and Foundation using eAuditor Audits & Inspection.

Planning and Pre-Construction

1. Soil Investigation:
   • Conduct soil tests to determine load-bearing capacity.
   • Obtain geotechnical report.
2. Design Review:
   • Verify footing and foundation design with structural drawings.
   • Ensure design complies with local building codes and standards.
3. Permits and Approvals:
   • Secure all necessary permits and approvals from local authorities.

Site Preparation

1. Clearing and Grubbing:
   • Remove vegetation, debris, and topsoil.
   • Mark out the area for footings and foundations.
2. Excavation:
   • Excavate to the required depth and dimensions as per the design.
   • Ensure proper slope and benching for safety.
3. Compaction:
   • Compact the bottom of the excavation to prevent settlement.
4. Temporary Supports:
   • Install temporary supports or shoring if necessary for safety.

Footing Construction

1. Formwork:
   • Set up formwork according to design dimensions.
   • Ensure formwork is stable and properly braced.
2. Reinforcement:
   • Place rebar as per structural drawings.
   • Check rebar size, spacing, and overlaps.
   • Use spacers and chairs to maintain cover.
3. Inspection:
   • Schedule inspection by a qualified engineer or inspector before pouring concrete.
4. Concrete Pouring:
   • Use appropriate concrete mix design.
   • Ensure proper placement and compaction of concrete.
   • Vibrate concrete to eliminate air pockets.
5. Curing:
   • Apply curing methods (e.g., water curing, curing compounds) to prevent premature drying.

Foundation Construction

1. Formwork:
   • Install formwork for foundation walls or slabs.
   • Ensure formwork is correctly aligned and braced.
2. Reinforcement:
   • Place reinforcement as per design.
   • Verify rebar size, spacing, and anchorage.
3. Plumbing and Utilities:
   • Install necessary plumbing and utility lines before pouring concrete.
   • Ensure proper sealing and protection of pipes and conduits.
4. Concrete Pouring:
   • Use appropriate concrete mix.
   • Ensure even distribution and compaction.
   • Avoid cold joints by pouring continuously.
5. Curing:
   • Implement curing process for foundation concrete.
6. Waterproofing:
   • Apply waterproofing membrane or coating to foundation walls.
   • Ensure proper sealing of joints and penetrations.

Post-Construction

1. Backfilling:
   • Backfill with suitable material and compact in layers.
   • Ensure proper drainage away from the foundation.
2. Drainage:
   • Install foundation drainage system (e.g., French drains).
   • Verify that water drains away from the foundation.
3. Inspection and Documentation:
   • Conduct final inspection to ensure all aspects are compliant.
   • Document all inspections, tests, and certifications.
4. Cleanup:
   • Remove formwork and clean the site.
   • Dispose of waste material properly.

Safety and Compliance

1. Safety Measures:
   • Ensure all workers wear appropriate PPE.
   • Implement safety protocols for excavation, concrete work, and lifting.
2. Compliance:
   • Verify that all work complies with building codes, regulations, and design specifications.

Pre-Construction Phase

1. Soil Investigation:
   • Upload geotechnical report.
   • Confirm soil tests and load-bearing capacity results.
2. Design Review:
   • Upload structural drawings.
   • Verify design compliance with local codes.
3. Permits and Approvals:
   • Upload permits and approvals.
   • Verify all necessary documentation is in place.

Site Preparation

1. Clearing and Grubbing:
   • Attach photos of cleared site.
   • Confirm removal of vegetation and debris.
2. Excavation:
   • Record excavation depth and dimensions.
   • Attach photos of excavation.
3. Compaction:
   • Log compaction equipment used.
   • Confirm compaction tests and results.
4. Temporary Supports:
   • Attach photos of temporary supports/shoring.

Footing Construction

1. Formwork Setup:
   • Attach photos of formwork.
   • Confirm dimensions and bracing.
2. Reinforcement Placement:
   • Attach photos of rebar layout.
   • Confirm rebar size, spacing, and overlaps.
3. Pre-Pour Inspection:
   • Schedule and log inspection.
   • Attach inspector’s approval.
4. Concrete Pouring:
   • Log concrete mix details.
   • Attach photos during pouring process.
5. Curing Process:
   • Log curing method used.
   • Attach photos during curing.

Foundation Construction

1. Foundation Formwork:
   • Attach photos of foundation formwork.
   • Confirm alignment and bracing.
2. Reinforcement:
   • Attach photos of reinforcement.
   • Verify compliance with design.
3. Plumbing and Utilities:
   • Attach photos of installed utilities.
   • Confirm proper sealing.
4. Concrete Pouring:
   • Log concrete mix details.
   • Attach photos during pouring.
5. Curing Process:
   • Log curing method.
   • Attach photos during curing.
6. Waterproofing:
   • Attach photos of waterproofing application.
   • Confirm sealing of joints and penetrations.

Post-Construction

1. Backfilling:
   • Attach photos of backfilling.
   • Log material and compaction details.
2. Drainage Installation:
   • Attach photos of drainage system.
   • Confirm functionality.
3. Final Inspection:
   • Schedule and log final inspection.
   • Attach inspector’s approval and notes.
4. Cleanup:
   • Attach photos of cleaned site.
   • Log disposal of waste material.

Safety and Compliance

1. Safety Measures:
   • Log PPE used by workers.
   • Attach photos of safety measures in place.
2. Compliance Checks:
   • Attach photos and notes from compliance checks.
   • Verify adherence to codes and regulations.

Features of a eAuditor Audits & Inspections for Construction Checklists

• Photo Upload: Capture and upload photos at each stage.
• Geo-Tagging: Record the location of each inspection.
• Timestamping: Automatically timestamp entries for accurate record-keeping.
• Signature Capture: Allow inspectors and workers to sign off on completed tasks.
• Notifications: Set reminders for upcoming inspections and tasks.
• Offline Mode: Access and update the checklist even without internet connectivity.
• Reporting: Generate detailed reports for review and documentation.
• Collaboration: Allow multiple users to access and update the checklist in real-time.

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