CHECK LIST – QUALITY CONTROL

General. Generally many items of work are not carried out according to dwg & specs
and good engg prac mainly due to carelessness, insufficient knowledge or negligence on
part of executives/ contractors.
1. Foundation
a. Layout Yes No
(1) Is the plot size according to the plan?
(2) Has the center lines been marked at correct places?
(3) Have the excavation lines been marked correct according to
excavation plan?
(4) Are the diagonal measurements for each room correct?
(5) Has the center line been marked outside the excavation for
future reference?
(6) Was the site cleared before laying out?
(7) Has the plinth level been marked at some place as permanent
mark?
b. Excavation
(1) Check whether the excavation is done exactly according
to the layout.
(2) Check whether the excavation is done to the required
depth.
(3) Check whether the excavation is properly leveled at the
bottom.
(4) Check whether the excavation is vertically done from top
soil to the bottom.
(5) In case of loose soil, are the sides protected by boards
with struts.
(6) Check if the bed of excavation has been properly
rammed.
(7) Check that loose organic soil if any has been replaced
with sandy soil.
c. Lean Concrete
(1) Check for completion of proceeding activities.
(2) Check of form work and dimensions.
(3) Check whether the surface was prepared / leveled before
the concrete work.
(4) Check whether the material brought to the site was
according to specification and proper gradation was done.
(5) Check whether the concrete is prepared with mixer
machine and the ratio of 1:4:8 (1500 psi) is maintained.
(6) Check that the water was added according to the right
quantity (w/c 0.35-0.45).
(7) Check whether the slump was according to the required
settlement (less than 3’’).
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(8) Check whether the mechanical vibrator was used during
the concrete pouring.
(9) Check whether the top surface of concrete is properly
leveled and finished.
(10) Check that curing is done for 3 days min.
d. Plinth Beams
(1) Check that all the preceding steps have been completed
satisfactorily. e.g. Leveling up and preparing walls for
plinth beams.
(2) Check that the material brought to the site was according
to the specifications.
(3) Check that the last block course was in proper level and
Level of plinth beam is not kept as per town plan.
(4) Check that the ratio of concrete for plinth beams was
1:2:4 (3000 psi) and was correctly measured.
(5) Check that the concrete prepared was used within 30
mins after adding water.
(6) Check that the thickness and level of plinth beam is
uniform and ensured.
(7) Check that there is no construction joint in plinth beam.
(8) Check that curing is ensured for 7 days min.
(9) Ensure that the plinth beams are poured with properly
prefabricated formwork.
(10) Check that adequate tamping of concrete is carried out
during laying and top surface is finished with steel float.
(11) Check that min 4 cylinders are casted for testing 7 and 28
days strength.
e. DPC
(1) Check as per drawing/CA thickness & mix ratio (PCC
1:2:4) using pan aggregate.
(2) Check that bitumen laid 0.75 kg/ sqm per layer, lvls and
diagonals ensures.
(3) Check that vertical DPC by plastering external walls have
been provided as per drawing.
(4) Check that 2 coats of hot bitumen have been applied after
drying of plaster.
f. Block Work in Foundation
(1) Check whether the blocks brought to the site are of
approved class/quality.
(2) Check whether the blocks were wet when used.
(3) Check whether the mortar was according to the
specification and was used within 30 mins after adding
water.
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(4) Check that the vertical joints are filled with mortar.
(5) Check that the level is maintained in all block courses.
(6) Check that the thickness of mortar joints (3/8’’) is not more
than specified.
(7) Check that the corners are vertical and in plumb. Corners
and junction are properly treated.
(8) Check that toothing is being provided where junction of
another wall is expected.
(9) Check that under no circumstances remixing/addition of
water to the mortar is allowed after final set.
g. Back Filling Inside/ Outside the Building
(1) Check for the approved quality of soil being used for back
filling.
(2) Check that backfilling is done in 6’’ layers.
(3) Check that backfilling is being watered sufficiently.
(4) Check that compaction (95%) is being done properly.
(5) Is backfilling being done up to the specified level?
(6) Check removal of surplus soil from site managed.
h. Anti-Termite Treatment
(1) Check that anti-treatment is provided as per CA with
approved chemical and approved contractor (applied @
4.75Kgs/Sqm)
(2) Ensure that treated surface is not exposed to rains before
pouring of lean concrete.
(3) Check that certificate/warranty is obtained from the firm.
2. Superstructure
a. Brickwork
(1) Check quality of brick check good source of bricks and
detail supervisor on quality brick source (crushing strength-
1500 psi of bricks personally checked).
(2) Check soaking of bricks in water for at least 24 hours
before use and thickness of mortar not exceeding 3/8”.
(3) Check dimensions incl diagonal, plumb mortar mix ratio &
brick bond.
(4) Check that curing is done for at least 7 days.
b. Casting of Blocks on Site
(1) It is not advisable to cut chases in the blocks after they
have been built in for running electric conduit it shall be
advisable to cast “conduit” blocks for use in required place.
(2) The blocks after casting shall be cured by either keeping
immersed in water or stacked in honey-combed pattern &
kept wet for min period of 7 & 14 days.
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pattern & allowed to dry for a min period of 7 & 14 days

respectively.
(4) Special care shall be exercised to ensure the required
degree of drying as the blocks built into the work unless it
has passed the required period of curing & certified as
having done so by the engineer in charge.
(5) The dried blocks before allowing into the work shall be
tested & fulfill the requirements as follows.
(6) The average compressive strength of 12 blocks shall be
not less than 66 Kg/sqm (1000 psi), provided that no
individual block shall give strength less than 52.73 Kg/sqm
(800 psi).
c. Block Masonry
(1) Check whether the spaces for doors are left according to
the drawing and 1’’ more than the specified door width.
(2) Check that the blocks used are of approved quality.
(3) Check that the mortar is used according to the
specification 3/8’’ and the thickness is as specified.
(4) Check that the mortar on each block course is uniformly
spread and the thickness is maintained.
(5) Check that the vertical joints (perpends) are properly filled
with mortar.
(6) Check that the corners are vertical and in plumb. Corners
and junction are properly treated.
(7) Check that toothing is being provided where junction of
another wall is expected.
(8) Check that under no circumstances remixing/addition of
water to the mortar is allowed after final set.
(9) Check whether the top surface of lintels is leveled with the
block course.
(10) Check that the last course is exactly in level from all the
corners and junctions.
(11) Check that the scaffolding is secure and proper to avoid
any accident.
(12) Check proper curing of block work is done for at least 7
days.
d. Door/Window Openings
(1) Ensure dims of windows/ doors as per drawing.
(2) Ensure fixing of gauge 16 door chowkats with 8’’ hold fast
at the start of block masonry of superstructure to avoid gap
between wall and the frame.
(3) Check that frames are filled properly with PCC (1:2:4) as
per specifications.
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(4) Ensure proper bonding of block masonry with RCC Ye No
columns/ beams in case of frame structures.
(5) Check Height/ Dimension of Wall as per CA/ drawing.
(6) Check passage of all conduits, using cutter.
(7) Check flue pipes for gas heater, water sup gas pipe has
been done as per drawing.
(8) Check that coping plaster ½” thick at the top of wall has
been provided.
e. Lintels
(1) Check whether the space for bearing (9’’ min.) is
adequately left.
(2) Check that the blocks in bearing on both sides are in level
Wall is not plastered under bearing of lintels.
(3) Check that two layers of building paper are provided under
the bearing.
(4) Check that cavity for thermo pore sheet is not kept at the
ends of lintels.
(5) Check that the bottom of formwork is adequately supported
with props.
(6) Check that the bottom of formwork is in absolute level with
block work.
(7) Check that the bottom of the formwork is perfectly vertical.
(8) Check that the bottom of the formwork is projected from
both the sides so that the side boards are resting upon the
bottom board.
(9) Check that the side boards are properly tied from the top to
avoid de-shaping.
(10) Check that there are no gaps between the edges of the
boards.
(11) Check that the steel reinforcement properly placed and
binded according to the design.
(12) Check that spacer blocks are used for proper and uniform
concrete cover (0.5’’).
(13) Check that concrete is used according to the specification
(1:2:4).
(14) Check that concrete is mixed in proper mixing machine.
(15) Check that the wet concrete is used within 30 minutes of
mixing.
(16) Check that concrete is properly vibrated.
(17) Check that there is no de-shaping in formwork during
concreting and vibration.
(18) Ensure that thermo pore of specified thickness is used on
sides of the lintels.
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(19) Check that curing of lintel is done for at least 7 days and
the bottom props are not removed before 14 days.
f. Window Shades
(1) Check that window shades are in straight line and in level.
(2) Check that thickness (3’’) is not increased by plastering.
(3) Check that reinforcement is kept at the top ensuring
proper cover (0.5’’) of negative reinforcement.
(4) Check that junction of shade and wall is rounded to avoid
seepage.
3. RCC Works (Columns)
a. Formwork
(1) Check that good quality of shuttering used whether wood
or steel as per CA.
(2) Check that shuttering should be water tight and in true
plumb/ level.
b. Reinforcement
(1) Check that steel reinforcements are as per drawing/
design.
(2) Check that proper cover to steel bars is not provided with
proper concrete cover (1.5’’) ensured.
(3) Check that steel bars are properly cleaned of rust with the
help of wire brush.
(4) Check that excessive oiling of formwork is not done which
coats steel bars in oil resulting in weak steel concrete
bond.
c. Concrete
(1) Check mix ratio of concrete (1:1.5:3)and quality of
aggregates as per CA.
(2) Check use of vibrator is ensured for compaction of
concrete to get dense and durable concrete especially in
beams and columns.
(3) Check that water cement ratio of 0.35 to 0.45 is
maintained, this can be controlled by slump test (less than
3’’).
(4) Check that aggregates are of proper grading and do not
contain impurities.
(5) Check that concrete strength tests are carried out and
record is properly maintained.
(6) Check that top surface is finished smooth with steel float.
4. Roof Slab & Beams
a. Formwork for Roof Slab/Beams
(1) Check whether the shuttering brought to the site was
according to the scheme and specification.
(2) Check that the props are resting on properly
compacted/hard surface to avoid sinking.
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(3) Check that the section of purlins is not less than 3’’ x 3’’.
(4) Check that the distance of props put under the purlins
was not more than 3’.
(5) Check that the distance between purlins was not more
than 3’.
(6) Check that the purlins are put with all the beams for the
support of shutters.
(7) Are sketches for shuttering available at site and shutters
fixed accordingly?
(8) Is the physical condition of scaffolds and shutters allowed
to use?
(9) Are the forms clean and acceptable for use?
(10) Are the gaps properly filled with appropriate material to
avoid bleeding of concrete?
(11) Is the formwork water tight?
(12) Check that level as per roof drainage plan is ensured at
roof top.
b. Reinforcement for Roof Slab/Beam
(1) Check the size and shape of reinforcement is correct and
according to drawing and design.
(2) Check that the diameter and shape of bars are uniform.
(3) Check that the bars are clean from rust and oil.
(4) Check that the number of bars has been counted and
correct according to drawing.
(5) Check that the lap lengths are true and as per
specifications.
(6) Check that the spacing of reinforcement is true as per
drawing.
(7) Check that the steel has been provided as per bar
bending schedule.
(8) Check that all the bars are in line and parallel on one
side.
(9) Has the bars been bound tightly by 18 gauge binding
wire?
(10) Has proper chairs been provided under the bars?
(11) Check that the conduits for electricity have been placed at
their proper place.
(12) Check that the end cover of the bars (0.75’’) is correct as
per drawing.
(13) Check that the steel has been got checked from an
approved lab and report is available in records.
(14) Check that the hooks of column ties and beam stirrups
been bent at 135o.
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(15) Check that spacers of required thickness have been
placed under the reinforcement to ensure specified
concrete cover (0.75’’).
c. Prior to Concreting
(1) Check that proper arrangements for tpt of concrete and
required labor are available at the site.
(2) Check that mixing arrangement, one machine standby
and all accessories i.e. cubes, slump, sieve set and
vibrator are available.
(3) Check that walkways are properly made for workmen by
placing saddles and planks.
(4) Check that top bars are in proper position at the time of
concrete pouring.
(5) Has the path towards mixer been cleared and leveled?
(6) Is the sand and aggregate clean?
(7) Check that potable water to be clean from impurities and
adequate quantity is available at site. Water to be used is
not turbid or saline.
(8) Check that the lift is working correct or ramp is properly
erected and there is no possibility of interruptions.
(9) Necessary arrangement for sun and rain protection is
available in such a case.
(10) Has the possibility of rain been explored?
d. During Concreting
(1) Check that mixer is being used for mixing.
(2) Check that correct quantity of water is being used for one
batch.
(3) Check that the slump of concrete is up to required
standard (less than 3’’).
(4) Check that mixing is done for not less than 2 mins.
(5) Check that the slab level is maintained as per drawing.
(6) Check that vibrator is being used correctly.
(7) Check that the concrete is being poured within 30 mins of
its mixing.
(8) Ensure that continuous pouring is in progress and no
unplanned construction joint is given.
(9) Check for the provision of construction joints if any.
(10) Endorse date, time and weather conditions and record
maintained.
(11) Record quantity of concrete poured.
(12) Record completion time of pouring.
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(13) Check that all laitance and other unsound material are
removed before additional concrete is placed against
hardened or old concrete.
(14) Do not over vibrate to avoid segregation and bleeding.
(15) Check that concrete that has been remixed after final set
shall not be used.
(16) Check that concrete that has partially hardened or
contaminated by foreign material shall not be used.
(17) Have the cylinders, minimum 4, two for 7 days & two for
28 days strength been filled as samples for concrete
testing?
e. After Concreting
(1) Has the concrete surface been covered to protect it from
the scorching sun?
(2) Has the curing been started after 24 hours?
(3) Did it start raining within 12 hours of pouring?
(4) Proper curing of roof for 14 days by making sand berms
etc. What method of curing is being adopted after 24
hours?
(5) Check marking of service conduits.
(6) Check for corrections needed on the exposed surface.
f. Removal of Shuttering
(1) Shuttering is being removed after not less than 14 days of
pouring?
(2) Check for honey combing, loss of grout, bulging, exposed
reinforcement, rough corners and edges and big ear
bubbles.
(3) Repair and finishing of concrete surface.
(4) Check for cleaning of shuttering after removal.
(5) Check proper stacking of the removed shuttering.
5. Plastering
a. Before Plastering
(1) Has all the shuttering been removed?
(2) Check wire mesh is provided on concrete block joints and
on conduit pipes. (to avoid unsightly uneven patches or
cracks on finished surfaces).
(3) Check watering of surface and treated with cement slurry
prior to plastering ensured.
(4) Ensure all electric conduits sanitary pipes, clamps, door/
window frame are installed.
(5) Necessary cuts in walls have been made to
accommodate electric wiring and pipes?
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(6) The cuts are straight and according to required depth?
(7) Iron hooks are used to fix water pipes?
(8) Space for cupboard, Heater/ AC elect points are checked.
(9) Passage of sui gas pipe (out let/in let) ensured as per
dwg.
(10) Necessary material is available for plastering?
(11) Check the sand is neither too fine nor too coarse.
(12) Has the entire header holes left for scaffolding been
properly filled?
(13) Has the joints been raked up to ½’’ depth?
(14) Has the wall been washed to remove dirt and foreign
matter?
b. During Plastering
(1) Is the ratio of the mortar (1:4 for slabs/external & 1:6 for
internal) correct as per requirement?
(2) Check that the mortar is being prepared at some paved
surface to avoid mixing of mud.
(3) Check that the mortar is being prepared in quantity
sufficient for use within 30 mins.
(4) Check that thickness of plaster (min ½’’) ensured.
(5) Is the plastered surface been leveled with wooden float, in
true plumb and free from undulations/indentations?
(6) Is the plastered surface been checked with water level
and plumb?
(7) The corners and jambs finished correctly?
(8) Check that plaster is truly flushed to the electric switch
boxes & door chowkat must be ensured.
(9) The plastered surface does not sound hollow on striking?
(10) Check that the plastered surface is cured for at least 7
days.
6. Flooring/Tiles
(1) Check that anti-termite as per CA/ specifications and
drawing.
(2) Check if correct depth is available for incorporating base
and sub base of floor?
(3) The earth filling has been rammed properly. Compaction/
ratio (95%) of fill ensuing proper level and watering?
(4) Necessary material is available at site before start of the
job. Left over material is not filed under floors?
(5) Under layer of lean concrete PCC (1:4:8) is as per ratio
and thickness?
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(6) Check that the lean concrete is true to the required level
and slope (if any).
(7) Check that proper bondage of old concrete with tiles is
ensured through proper cleaning/ scrubbing and use of
cement slurry.
(8) Check that type of floor to be laid PCC/ terrazzo/ marble/
porcelain/ glazed/ nonskid tiles of any color/ size of
including skirting/ dado etc. all as per CA/ drawing be
ensured.
b. Paneling/Slope
(1) Check that glass or metal strips have been fixed as per
design and pattern.
(2) Check that level difference between room and bath must
not be more than ½’’.
(3) Check that floors are laid in panels to avoid shrinkage
cracks.
(4) Check that glass or marble separator is provided in drops
of floors.
c. Terrazzo Floors
(1) Check that the topping is of correct thickness.
(2) Cement from one source is not used, which gives
different shades in panels of terrazzo floors. White
cement must be used to overcome this defect.
(3) Check that adequate rubbing/grinding and polishing of
terrazzo floor is done at proper time.
(4) Check that the topping has been washed and waxed?
(5) Check that skirting is generally in plumb, uniform height
and of good finish.
(6) Check slope in the floors should be particularly checked
for correctness.
(7) Check that there is no unnecessary slope in rooms.
d. Tile Floors
(1) Proper cementing material is used for fixing tiles.
(2) Tile spacers are used for tile aligning.
(3) The floor does not sound hollow when struck with wooden
or rubber hammers.
(4) The joints are properly filled with white cement.
(5) The tiled surface is even when checked with spirit or
water level.
(6) The tile pattern is as per approved design.
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7. Bathrooms Yes No
(1) Proper layout of joints of UPVC pipes and GI pipes as per
CA/ specs. Layout of hot and cold water supply lines.
(2) All types of pipes/ joints have been tested for leakage
before covering (at 150 Psi pressure and test result
maintained for each bathroom).
b. Electric Fitting
(1) Electric fitting and fixtures and proper size of PVC
conduits have been properly Installed/ fixed as per
drawing.
c. Sanitary Fitting
(1) Check that sanitary fitting/ fixtures have been properly
fixed and installed as per drawing.
(2) Check that height of different sanitary wares/ fitting is
proper as per drawing/ specs.
(3) Check that Wash Basins and WC are not in proper
position.
(4) Accessory Set is not of standard make and also not
according to store list.
(5) Back board to mirror is not provided.
(6) Fitting set is not of standard make and also not according
to store list.
d. Tiles
(1) Check that cutting of wall/ floor tiles for accessories must
be smooth and strictly as per for fitting.
(2) Check that proper tiles with color combination are used.
(3) Check that tiles are not broken but drilled or cut nicely for
pipes.
(4) Check that filling color must be matching with tiles being
fixed.
(5) Check that min joints between the tiles and tiles laid in
true straight line.
e. Floor
(1) Ensured that floor is proper and slope is maintained.
(2) Check that joints of waste pipes are properly filled.
(3) Check that concealed pipes are tested before burying.
(4) Check that non-skid tiles are provided on floors.
(5) Check that proper slope towards float trap is provided.
(6) Check that drop in floor is provided.
8. Stairs
(1) Check that shuttering of waist, steel reinforcement and
pouring arrangement is proper.
(2) Check that shuttering for risers and treads and pouring of
concrete must be firm and in true plumb. Check that risers
and treads are uniform in size.
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(3) Check that width of stairs and size of landing is as per
drawing.
(4) Check that head clearance is ensured.
(5) Check that marble used in podium or stairs is proper and
polished.
(6) Check that nosing to steps is provided as per drawings.
9. Wood work
(1) Check that the timber used is seasoned 1 st class deodar
wood free from sap wood, loose or dead knots and
should not have moisture more than 5%.
(2) Check that all the doors and window corners are square.
(3) Check that all joints are tight and flush.
(4) Check that thickness of finished door is as per
specifications.
(5) Check that shutters close and fit into the rebate perfectly.
(6) Check that hinges and other door fitting are as per
specification.
(7) Check that there is no gap in meeting styles.
(8) Check that if internal lock is used, it closes truly.
(9) Check that floor clearance is not more than ½’’ for internal
doors.
(10) Check that the core of the flush door is filled.
(11) Check that the nails and screws are not projected out the
surface.
(12) Check that door should neither close nor open by itself
when unlocked.
(13) Check that in case of solid doors, the rails and styles are
true to their sizes.
(14) Check that preservatives are used to the back of
door/window chowkhats.
(15) Check that framed joints are not glued; these are fixed
with nails instead of hard wood pins.
(16) Check that commercial Plywood is 3 mm thick as
specified in CA.
(17) Check that lipping is provided on exposed surfaces.
(18) Check that bearers are provided under shelves.
10. Electric Fitting
a. Internal Electric Wiring
(1) Gauge of the cable being used is correct to
specifications?
(2) Care is being observed while drawing cables in pipes.
(3) There is no joint in cables except in joint boxes?
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(4) If iron junction boxes are being used, are they properly
earthed?
(5) There is no loose joint in junction boxes.
(6) Necessary circuit breakers are being installed as per
specifications.
(7) Separate pipes have been provided for TV, phone and
electricity?
(8) The position of switch boards, lights and fans are as per
drawings?
(9) Has the wiring been tested?
(10) Has the power plugs been provided on a separate circuit?
(11) Has the power plugs been earthed properly?
b. Before and During Concreting
(1) Check that conduits are placed according to the drawing.
(2) Check that joints of conduit are secure.
(3) Check that PVC pipe shall not be under pressure during
concreting.
(4) Check that open end pipes are plugged before concreting
such that the plug is removable after concreting.
(5) Check that pipes shall not be affected by movement of
persons and trolleys during concreting.
(6) Check that sufficient cover shall be available for pipes.
(6) Check that joints are sufficiently water tight.
(7) Check that conduits of required size are being places at
position.
(8) Check that PVC pipe not less than 20 mm shall be used.
(9) Check that the junction boxes shall be flush with plastered
surface.
c. In Walls
(1) Check that recesses have been cut according to the
drawings.
(2) Cuts are straight and of required depth.
(3) Cutter shall be used instead of chisel and hammer.
(4) Steel hooks of proper size are used to fix pipes in
recesses.
(5) Check that electric points are at proper height from FFL
maintained as per drawing. Lt Switch should be closed to
the entrance doors.
(6) Check whether un-necessary breakage is not carried out
for passage of electric wires/ points after plaster.
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(2) Check that due care is being observed while drawing
cables in pipes.
(3) No join in cable shall be made except in junction boxes.
(4) Distribution boxes shall be properly earthed with 8x swg
copper conductor on both sides.
(5) Check that there is no loose connection in distribution
boxes.
(6) Check that circuit breakers have been installed at places
according to drawing.
(7) Check that separate conduits are fixed for telephone and
TV cable.
(8) Check that position of switch boards, light, and ceiling and
exhaust fans according to drawing.
g. Testing of Electric Circuiting/ Earthing
(1) Check excavation for the earth pipe depth not less than
1.8m.
(2) Check pipe is perforated having 18 holes of 3mm and not
less than 25mm diameter (light quality).
(3) Check pipe is erected vertically and surrounded with 50kg
coke breeze (soaked coal) at the bottom and 50kg of rock
salt over the coke breeze to cover all sides.
(4) Check resistance of earth pipe with respect to the mass of
earth not exceeds 4 Ω.
(5) Check the earth wire from main earthing point to earth
pipe is of hard drawn bare copper conductor not less than
8 SWG.
(6) Check the wire is connected through thimble placed in
between brass nut bolt and two brass washers on the top
of 25mm diameter pipe.
(7) Check cap is provided on top of the pipe.
(8) Check insulation test-between each cable of a circuit and
between earth and individual cable.
11. Window/ Ventilators
(1) Check size/ dimensions of windows/ventilators openings
are as per drawing.
(2) Check there is no gap b/w the channel & opening.
(3) Check whether undersize sections are generally used.
(4) Check welding is properly done and welding marks are
filled.
(5) Check painting is done as specified i.e. one coat of rust
proof paint before leaving manufacturer shop and two
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(6) Check flat iron fillets are fixed with proper counter sunk
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(7) Check catch spring are provided instead of Window type
stays to CSWs, which can be easily operated.
(8) Check glass panes are fixed with fillets and silicone.
(9) Check glass panes are of specified thickness (5mm) and
free of parallax.
(10) Gauge (1.2mm) of wire gauze is ensured.
(11) Check lock and latches are of best quality.
(12) Check stay handles are functioning smoothly.
Window Sills
(1) Check sills are provided to all windows.
(2) Check sills are projected outside with throating to external
windows.
(3) Check sills are of proper size and thickness of specified
marble.
12. Plumbing
(1) Check that quality and size of pipes and its accessories is
as per drawing (extra light pipes must not be used).
(2) Ensure correctness of hot/cold water sup pipes as per
drawings.
(3) Check that joints of pipe are properly tight.
(4) Check that open ends of pipes are plugged in a way that
the plugs are removable after completion of work.
(5) Check that sufficient cover is available over pipes when
concealed.
(6) Check that joints are sufficiently leak proof.
(7) Check that pipes of different sizes are being placed at
proper positions.
(8) Check that union has been provided with each valve.
(9) Check that pipes have not been bent, fitting is used.
(10) Check/test leakage after completion of the work by giving
pressure for 24 hours.
13. Sewerage
(1) Check quality of RCC pipes including steel reinforcement
and strength of concrete as per specifications.
(2) Check size and location of manholes and gully traps as
per site/drawing.
(3) Jointing of RCC pipes with yarn and cement mortar and
benching underneath ensured.
(4) Check curing of joints is done as specified.
 (5) Check leakage test of entire arrangements is carried out
before back filling.
(6) Ensure back filling of sewer trench to be done in 6” layers
with clean earth.

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14. Steel Gate Yes No

(1) Opening of steel/ wicket gate incl size of pillar as per dwg/
specs.
(2) Gauge of steel/ wicket gate including lock arrangements
as per drawing.
15. Over Head Water Tank
a. Layout and Location
(1) Place where to construct, size and dimensions of tank as
per drawing including inlet, outlet and over flow pipe.
(2) Quality of shuttering and fixing of steel as per drawing/
specs.
(3) All pipes i.e. inlet, outlet and over flow etc. have been
kept of proper sizes and make and type before pouring.
b. Pouring of Concrete
(1) Check mixing is done by mechanical mixer.
(2) Check mix ratio of concrete is 1:2:4.
(3) Ensure that bed and walls are poured together without
joint.
(4) Check whether terrazzo or puddlo powder is used to
avoid seepage inside.
(5) Use of vibrator during pouring ensured.
(6) Curing arrangement after construction for 14 days
ensured.
(7) Quality of float valve and gate valves as per CAs/
specification.
(8) Check proper manhole and its cover are provided.
16. White Washing/ Distempering / Paint
a. Preparation
(1) Check that house/apartment windows and doors are
clean and free from dirt/grease and plaster is dry.
(2) Check surface is prep as per tech instructions in case of
masonry.
(3) Check wooden doors and steel etc. have been treated
with anti-termite and anti-rust paints respectively.
(4) Apply best quality paint in three coats as per Tech
instructions:-
a. Anti-rust coat
b. First coat
c. Second coat
b. Application
 (1) Ensure that electric points and iron mongery etc. have
been covered or removed before application of distemper/
paint.
(2) Ensure each coat to be checked and passed.

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(3) Check all the nails have been well sunk into timber.
(4) Check the holes have been filled in with putty.
(5) Check the timber is perfectly dry before paint work is
started.
(6) Check sufficient quantity of approved paint is available.
(7) Check turpentine oil is used for thinning the paint if
required.
(8) Check four strokes of brush comprise one coat.
(9) Check necessary priming and base coats have been
applied.
(10) Check the second coat is applied only when previous has
been dried.
(11) Check care is being taken from paint droppings on floor?
17. Roof Insulation
(1) Check roof top is cleaned before application of bitumen.
(2) Check bitumen layer is evenly spread.
(3) Check thickness of geo membrane is according to
drawing.
(4) Check waste mortar is cleaned while laying roof tiles.
(5) Check tiles are properly jointed and pointed.
(6) Check slope of roof and rain water pipes are as per
drawings.
18. Manholes
(1) Check benching is provided according to drawing as also
specified in CA.
(2) Check level of manhole is kept according to drawing.
(3) Check manhole covers are provided according to
drawings.
19. Drive Way, Porch and Plinth Protection
(1) Check dimensions, alignments and levels are as per
drawing/specifications.
(2) Check sub grade is properly compacted and cleared of all
organic matter.
(3) Check plinth protection is properly laid.
(4) Ensure slope/expansion joints as per drawing.
20. External Graffito Work
(1) Ensure that plaster is dry, free for dirt/ dust and smooth in
level.
 (2) Check there are no broken corners/ edges on the external
walls/ parapet walls.
(3) Check any seepage/ leakage have been treated before
starting graffito.

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(4) Check acrylic base is laid as per drawing/ specifications.
(5) Check acrylic base is allowed to dry for 12 hrs.
21. Site Clearance
(1) Check the waste material, brick bats, leftover aggregates;
concrete etc. is disposed of from site by the contractor.
(2) Check 5 meter around the building is cleaned and
dressed with proper slopes by the contractor.
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