QUALITY CONTROL PROCEDURE

1.0 OBJECTIVE

1.1
The objective of this procedure is to identify and execute inspection of
materials, process of inspection & testing and commissioning of equipment.
2.0

SCOPE

2.1
This procedure covers quality control of materials, workmanship and testing
for the following but not limited to;

2.1.1 Civil works

2.1.2 Structural works
2.1.3 Architectural works
2.1.4 Sanitary/ plumbing works
2.1.5 Mechanical works
2.1.6 Electrical works
2.1.7 Fire protection works
2.1.8 Incoming and approval of materials

3.0

DEFINITION OF TERMS

3.1
Construction Manager (CM)
Refers to the group of engineers or the
Project Management Team (PMT) that represents the Owner

3.2
For Construction Drawings (FCD)
Refers to the plans, drawings or
details issued by the owner intended for construction implementation.

3.3

Owner-

Refers to the Owner of the project

3.4
MEP Refers to the mechanical, electrical, plumbing and fire protection
works of a project.

3.5

Project Team -

4.0

REFERENCE PROCEDURES

4.1

Contact Specifications

4.2

Construction Works Implementation Procedure

4.3

Suppliers / Subcontractors Management Procedure

4.4

Procurement Control Procedure

4.5

Turnover Procedure

4.6

Control of Document Procedure

4.7

Control of Records Procedure

5.0

Refers to the whole organization of a project

RESPONSIBILITY AND AUTHORITY

5.1
All CQC Engineers or the CQC Team are authorized to inspect all works or
materials and if found non-conforming to the standards or project specifications
they shall record their judgments in the Non-Compliance Report Form.

6.0

PRODECURE

6.1

Approval of Material

6.1.1 Selection of suppliers and subcontractors shall be from the accredited

suppliers and subcontractors or approved list in accordance with the supplier /
subcontractors accreditation and performance monitoring procedure. Suppliers and
subcontractors cost proposal or quotations shall be within the project budget as
stated in the procurement control procedure.

6.1.2 Proposed suppliers or subcontractors shall submit to the CQC Team samples,
product data, brochures shop drawings, company profile or any pertinent
documents needed as per Submittal Status Log. The Project Team may request
support from Procurement Department in solicitation of required submittals.

6.1.3 Material Submittals shall be prepared by the Site Document Controller and be
signed by the CQC Head / CQC Engineer and the Subcontractor.

6.1.4 The Material Submittals shall be forwarded to the Owners representative for
approval.

6.1.5 Once approved, a copy of the Material Submittals or any relevant documents
shall be transmitted to the Procurement Department.

6.1.6 The CQC Head / CQC Engineer shall provide all necessary attachments to
ensure that enough information are forwarded to respective suppliers /
subcontractors and Procurement Department.

6.1.7 The suppliers / subcontractors shall provide delivery schedule for proper
monitoring of supplies and testing schedule, if any.

6.1.8 The Site Document Controller shall update the Submittal Status Log every
last Friday of the month.

6.1.9 When Plant visit is required in the contract or when requested by the Owner,
the Field Engineer shall submit a Notice of Inspection (NOI) to the CQC Head / CQC
Engineer and Owners representative at least 24 hours prior to the scheduled date
of plant visit.

6.1.10The Owners representative and CQC Engineer or CQC representative shall

check and ensure that the proposed suppliers / subcontractors are capable to
supply in accordance with the project requirements in the jointly conducted plant
visit.

6.1.11Site Visit Report shall be forwarded to CQC Head for record.

6.1.12Previous test results shall be maintained as a record of compliance with the

specification.

6.2

Receiving of Incoming Material

6.2.1 All materials and equipment to be delivered on site shall conform to the
approved Material Submittals or samples.

6.2.2 Material Delivery Receiving Report (MDRR) shall be duly accomplished and
signed jointly by the supplier / subcontractor and CQC Engineer.

6.2.3 Materials shall not be inspected or received by the CQC Engineer unless the
approved standard and the person carrying out the quality checklist are available.

6.2.4 If non-conforming materials are found, MDRR shall be filled out by the CQC
Engineer and forwarded it to the supplier/subcontractor, CQC head, Project InCharge (PIC) and Procurement Department. Non-conforming materials shall be
removed from site and or marked REJECT to avoid use in the work.

6.2.56.2.4

Quality check of delivered materials shall cover but not limited to;

(1)

Check if materials comply with approved submittal and specifications.

(2)

Check for visible damage.

(3)
When there is doubt on the conformity of any materials, the Head Office
Engineer and CQC Head shall determine compliance with specification.
(4)
When materials are received on behalf of the subcontractors, they shall be
marked NOT CHECKED FOR QUALITY OR DAMAGE. The sub-contractor shall
remain responsible for their own material control.

6.2.66.2.5 Quantity check of each type and description of materials shall be

indicated in the MDRR.

6.2.76.2.6 Delivered materials shall be protected from any damage or

contamination.

6.2.86.2.7 Materials shall be stored and protected in accordance with suppliers or

manufacturers instruction or safety regulation.

6.2.96.2.8

6.3

The PM or PIC shall designate areas for storage.

Work Inspection, Testing and Monitoring

6.3.1 The works shall be carried out in accordance with the approved shop
drawings, FCD and specifications, work instructions or approved method statement,
Project Quality Control Plan and construction works implementation.

6.3.2 Inspection and testing shall be performed in accordance with the Project
Quality Control Plan under the direction of the CQC Head or his designated
alternate.

6.3.3 Notice of Inspection / Notice of Testing and Sampling (NOTS) shall be

accomplished and forwarded to the CQC Team at least 24 hours prior to inspection
date.

6.3.4 Work Inspection shall be done by the CQC Engineer and ensure that all
procedures shall conform to the specifications, work instructions or approved
methodology but not limited to;

(1)

Pre-Construction Activities

1)
Before establishing the critical corners of the work points of the building, the
Project Team shall verify the given coordinates and elevations (reference points and
benchmarks) shown in the drawings or as furnished by the Owner. This is in addition
to making spot checks on existing grade elevation.

2)
In case errors are discovered, the Owner shall be notified immediately and
shall wait for further instructions from the Owner before proceeding with any work.

3)
If the survey data shown in the drawings are correct and the baseline is
established by the Project Team, it shall be presented to the Owner for approval.

4)
The critical corners or work points shall be laid out and additional reference
points and benchmarks shall be established at strategic locations away from being
disturbed.

5)

These reference points and benchmarks shall be used for checking purposes.

(2)

Site Preparation

1)
Check final layout of the work for conformance with the drawings and
specifications and prior to back-filling operations.

2)

Check source and suitability of fill materials.

3)

Check adequacy and condition of construction equipment on site.

4)
Check for the removal of heavy growth of grass, rubbish and other unsuitable
material before placing fill.

5)
Check optimum moisture of the fill material if it is being attained and
uniformly distributed. Fill is laid, spread and compacted in conformance with the
specified lift thickness.

(3)

Excavation / Foundation

1)

CQC Survey Team to check reference line and control points

2)

CQC Survey Team to check layout, shape, and elevation of excavation

3)
Verify if plans or specification requires and Field Density Testing where the
Engineers Inspection approval is required.

4)
When FDT is required, submit method statement for Field Density Testing.
tTake sample from the compacted area excavation for laboratory on site
compaction test.

5)
Compaction test shall be done based on the project specifications or ASTM
Standard.

6)
Check provisions requirements for sanitary, plumbing, electrical grounding or
any other embedments;

7)
If excavation is to be done on previously constructed area, verify existing
embedded items as per As built drawings are still needed. Otherwise consult with
structural designer if existing structure needs to be removed.

8)
Pipes and conduits to be laid must follow the color-coding scheme indicated
in the plans or governing specifications.

9)
All plastic, reinforced concrete pipes (RC pipes), fiber and steel pipes shall be
subjected to preliminary testing prior to backfilling.

10)
Inverted elevation must be thoroughly checked prior and after to laying of
any pipes, trenches or box culverts.

11)
Check for any requirements of gravel bedding, lean concrete, vapor barrier
and soil poisoning.

12)

Prior to placing of form sidings, verify for any pipe sleeve requirements.

13)
Check installed rebars if they conform to the approved rebar cutting list or
FCD.

1)

Check the installed rebars as to ;

(a)

Cleaning ( free from loose mortar, heavy rust, grease)

(b)

Sizes, spacing, rebar grade and arrangements including ties/stirrups

(c)

Minimum clear distance between bars

(d)

Length and location of lap splicing

(e)

Bending and hook length

(f)

Concrete cover

(g)

Vertical space between top and bottom bars

13)(h) Adequate number of tie wire as not to displace the rebar during concrete
pouring.

14)
Monitor the concrete delivered for compliance with slump requirement and
air content and concrete strength requirement.

15)
Minimum Number of concrete test samples will be based on the contract
specification requirements or as per required by ACI 318 code.

16)
Monitor curing application for 7 consecutive days after concrete placement in
accordance with the approved methods of curing. Proper attention shall be given for
hot weather condition to prevent excessive concrete temperature or water
evaporation that may impair required strength or serviceability of the member or
structure.

17)

For Special Foundation, check for any of the following;

(a)

Static Load Test

(b)

Dynamic Load Test

(c)

Pile Integrity

(4)

Column-Footing FOUNDATION???

1)

CQC Survey Team to check layout, shape, and elevation

2)

Check for requirements of gravel bedding, lean concrete and soil poisoning.

3)
Check installed rebars if they conform to the approved rebar cutting list or
FCD.

4)
Monitor the concrete delivered for compliance with slump and concrete
strength requirements. and air content.

5)
Minimum Nnumber of concrete test samples will be based on the contract
specification requirements or as per required by ACI 318 code.

6)
Monitor curing application for 7 consecutive days after concrete placement in
accordance with approved methods of curing. Proper attention shall be given for hot
weather condition to prevent excessive concrete temperature or water evaporation
that may impair required strength or serviceability of the member or structure.

(5)

Columns / Shear Walls and other Vertical Members

1)2) CQC Survey Team to check centerlines and layout based on established
gridlines or reference lines.

2)3) Check installed rebars if they conform to the approved rebar cutting list or
FCD.

3)4)

Check the installed rebars as to ;

(a)(i) Cleaning ( free from loose mortar, heavy rust, grease)

(b)(j) Sizes, spacing, rebar grade and arrangements including ties/stirrups
(c)(k) Minimum Cclear distance between bars
(d)(l) Length and location of lap splicing
(m)

Bending and hook length straightening

(n)

Concrete cover

(o)

Horizontal space between bars at each face.

(p)
Adequate number of tie wire as not to displace the rebar during concrete
pouring.

4)5)

Inspection of forms prior to closure

(a)

Shape, line and grade, dimensions of forms in place

(b)

Installation and chamfer strips (if required)

(c)

Cleaning and form oil-coating to enable easy form stripping.

(d)
Water Tightness of joints and seams to prevent loss of grout or mortar from
the concrete.
(e)

Location of construction/control/expansion joints

(f)
Installation of block-outs, pipe sleeves and embedments such as post tension
duct, anchor bolts and dowels.
(f)
Installation of adequate and correct size of concrete spacers to ensure correct
concrete cover.
(g)

Provide formworks with clean out opening to permit removal of debris

6)
Check the rigidity and stability of the form supports or scaffolding. Provide tie
rods in case scaffolding are not feasible.

7)
Check if the top level of concrete to be poured conform to the approved lift
height and appropriately marked on the form for reference of the concreting crew.

5)8) Monitor the concrete delivered for compliance with slump and and concrete
strength requirements.air content.

9)
Minimum Nnumber of concrete test samples will be based on the contract
specification requirements or as required by ACI 318.

10)
Check if the poured concrete top level has attained the correct height
elevation and has a horizontal level concrete surface.

6)11) Roughen the concrete surface while the concrete is still plastic in preparation
for the next lift.

7)12) Monitor curing application for 7 consecutive days after concrete placement in
accordance with approved methods of curing. Proper attention shall be given for hot
weather condition to prevent excessive concrete temperature or water evaporation
that may impair required strength or serviceability of the member or structure.

(6)

Beams / Suspended Slabs

1)
CQC Survey Team to check elevation of bottom slabs. Provide camber as
required by the specification or by the NSCP code.

2)
Check for any blackoutsblockouts, pipe penetrations, dowel requirements and
slab depression.

3)
Check installed rebars if they conform to the approved rebar cutting list or
FCD.

4)

Check the installed rebars as to ;

(a)

Cleaning ( free from loose mortar, heavy rust, grease)

(b)

Sizes, spacing, rebar grade and arrangements including ties/stirrups

(c)

Minimum Cclear distance between bars

(d)

Length and location of lap splicing

(e)

Bending, hook requirement and straightening

(f)

Development or anchorage length

(g)

Concrete cover

(h)

Vertical space between top and bottom bars

(e)(i) Adequate number of tie wire as not to displace the rebar during concrete
pouring.

5)

Inspection of forms prior to concrete placing

(a)

Shape, line and grade, dimensions of forms in place

(a)(b) Form rigidity, shoring stability and installation of tie rod (if allowed).
(b)(c) Installation and chamfer strips (if required)
(c)(d) Cleaning and form oil-coating to enable easy form stripping.
(d)(e) Water Ttightness of joints and seams
(e)(f) Location of construction/control/expansion joints

(g)
Installation of block-outs and embedments such as conduits, electrical boxes,
anchor bolts and dowels.
(h)
Installation of adequate and correct size of concrete spacers to ensure correct
concrete cover.
(i)

Provide formworks with clean out opening to permit removal of debris

6)
Monitor the concrete delivered for compliance with slump and concrete
strength requirementsair content.

7)
Minimum Nnumber of concrete test samples will be based on the contract
specification requirements or as per required by ACI 318as indicated.

7)8) Survey team will monitor and check top elevation of poured concrete (while
the concrete is still plastic) if conforms to the plans structural elevation finish
elevation.

8)9) Monitor curing application for 7 consecutive days after concrete placement in
accordance with the approved methods of curing. Proper attention shall be given for
hot weather condition to prevent excessive concrete temperature or water
evaporation that may impair required strength or serviceability of the member or
structure.

(7)

1)

Structural Steel

Survey and verify if the erected steel is plumb, square and accurate.

2)
Inspect welds throughout the project. Witness or test critical welds as
indicated in the plans.

3)

Observe base plate grouting, sample and test grout.

4)
Power wrenched and statistically sample bolt torque should be calibrated
throughout the project. Expiration of equipment Calibration shall be based on the
submitted schedule calibration certificate by the subcontractor.

5)

Subcontractors shall furnish the following data for the Consultants approval;

(a)

Table of Accuracy and Tolerance of the product

(b)

Details of Grooves, Shapes, and Welding Joints Tolerances

(c)

Accuracy Allowances in Construction SiteErection

(d)

Accuracy Allowances in Products

(e)

Welding Procedure Specifications

(f)

Anchor Bolt Setting Procedures

(g)

Sand Blasting Procedures

(h)

Hot Dip Galvanizing Procedures, Erection of Beams and Columns Procedures.

(8)

Concrete

1)
Review plans and specification and notesubmit for approval and monitor
requirements for submittals, design mix for every strength of concrete to be used
for the project, formwork design, sampling procedures, third party testing company
and curing methods.

2)
Perform three-phase control and in-progress construction activities such as
checking of the following;

(a)

Formworks including locations, dimensions, alignment, scaffolds and bracing.

(b)

Rebars including supports and clearances.

(c)

Dowels and keys at construction joints.

(d)

Anchor bolts, fasteners, sleeves and other embedded items.

(e)

Incorporated pipeworks and conduits including blockouts.

3)
Check locations, dimensions and grade of foundations, verify conditions of
subgrade and correct deficiencies if any, prior to concreting of grade slabs.
3)4) Perform compaction and testing as required prior to application of soil
poisoning, gravel bedding, lean concrete or vapor barrier (if required by
specification)

4)5) Accomplish Concrete Pouring Request (CPR) for approval prior to pouring.
Correct conditions detrimental to the proper and timely completion of concreting
work.

5)6) Identifying floor areas, structural finish elevation and check floor finishes
required.

6)7) Check methods of transporting, placing, compacting, finishing and curing of

concrete, including temperature restrictions.

8)
Conduct slump test on the first load of concrete and subsequent deliveries as
often as necessary to confirm visual checks on the workability of the concrete (as
per procedure in ASTM C31). Follow specification requirement for slump, if not given
follow 6 to 8 inches slump.

7)9)

Concrete sampling

(a)
The ACI Code requires that Gather one (1) set of samples at the middle of the
batch consisting of miminum five (5) concrete cylinders must be taken for every 150
cubic yards (114.68 cu.m.)120 cum poured or 5000 sq.ft. (464.52 sq.m.)500 sqm of
surface area of slab and wall covered whichever is greater.

(b)
Two (2) set of samples shall be taken for the same amount of concrete placed
as stated above when pumping concrete.

(c)
The above samples shall be properly cured and handled until the day of
testing. for testing at 5 or 7 days (1 cycle), 28 days (2 cycles) and two (2) spare
cylinders for re-test if necessary, (56 days for mixes with fly ash).
(d)(b)
(e)(c) However, the project structural specifications for concrete sampling and
testing shall govern.

(9)

Request for Stripping of forms

1)
During removal of forms, ensure care is being taken to assure that concrete is
sufficiently hard and strong. After placing concrete, forms shall remain in place for
the minimum number of days as specified in the specification. The earliest will be
after 4 days where concrete is expected to reach 60% of the design strength and
there exist adequate permanent undisturbed shorings.

2)
Use methodology of Stripping of Forms, which will avoid spalling, chipping
and gouging of concrete; and in accordance with safety practices.

3)

Ensure that concrete is cured on the following manner:

(a)
Thoroughly wetted areas shall include forms containing concrete, top of
concrete, between forms and exposed surfaces after stripping or removal of forms.
(b)
Perform wetting continuously between the hours of 6:00 am and sunsets of
each day, including weekend and holidays for the first seven (7) days and not less
than three (3) times daily for the three (3) remaining days.
(c)

Use fog spray or other approved methods of curing.

(10)

Concrete Masonry Unit

1)
Check masonry dimensions against existing foundations and structural
framing. Correct conditions that will impede the progress of work.
2)

Check walls for plumbness and alignment including uniformity of joints.

3)
Checking of finished walls against defects and subsequent corrective action is
taken including removal of mortar droppings.

(11)

Carpentry

1)
Check millworks against specifications and details of shop drawings and/or
contract drawings. Ensure required samples and others shall conform with the
specifications.

2)
Check special treatment for plywood and lumber (fire retardant and wood
preservative).

3)
Check wood framing/blocking for accuracy of line, level, fabrication and
fitting, including connections and methods of securing all members.

4)
Check seatings or planks against specification requirements for types of
materials, thickness, width and length.

5)
Check provisions for temporary protection and enclosure required by job
conditions.

(12)

Thermal and Moisture Protection

1)
Review approved Manufacturer's installation procedures with detail drawings
showing proposed construction and including the shop drawings for bituminous

built-up roofing showing crickets, locations of openings on parapets for scuppers

and downspouts, walking panel layouts and fastening of insulations.

2)
Inspect the roof deck for dryness, smoothness, firmness and dirt free of
projections and foreign materials.

3)
Protect roof drains and vent intake during roofing operations. Check for
proper drainage at other times.

4)
Ensure roofing asphalt is applied within temperature limitations and that
insulation and built-up roofing are applied in accordance with the manufacturer's
instruction and procedures as approved by Engineer/Owner.

5)
Check method of installing roofing at cant strips, on vertical surfaces and in
reglets.

6)
Check methods of transporting and storing aggregate on roof to ensure felt
and flashing have not been damaged and to prevent excessive loading on roof in
localized areas.

7)
Ensure that all flashings, downspouts, gravel stops, fasciae, splash pans
scuppers, pitch pockets, roof hatches and other metal items are fabricated and/or
installed in accordance with the drawings and specifications.

8)
Ensure that drains and vents are unplugged. Clean fasciae, parapets, copping
gutters.

9)
Submit test cuts as required by the contract or Owner for testing. Ensure that
all joints to receive sealant are dry, sound, clean and dust free. Cleaning and
surface preparation shall be as specified.

10)
Check that the application of primer, back up material, bond breaker and
sealant is being done in accordance with the approved manufacturer's instruction
and procedures.

(13)

Application of Waterproofing

1)

Check materials in accordance with the approved submittals

2)

Check the elevation of slab

3)

Check readiness of areas, free from debris, oil or grease.

4)

Check if MEP stub-outs are complete

5)

Check for zocalo requirement

6)

Check if application follows approved Method Statement

(14)

Installation of Drywall

1)

Check materials in accordance with approved submittals

2)

Check layout and reference line

3)

Check plumbness and proper angularity at intersection

4)

Check evenness of surface

(15)

Installation of Suspended Ceiling

1)

Check materials in accordance with the approved submittals

2)

Verify ceiling height

3)

Check completeness of MEP rough-ins prior to ceiling closure

4)

Check for the evenness and levelness of surface

(16)

Hand-over of Area Ready to Receive Finish

1)
Examine the areas and conditions under which all finishing works will be
performed. Unsatisfactory conditions, if any, shall be corrected before work will
proceed.

2)

In progress checking shall include, but not limited to:

(a)

Preparation of surface to receive specified finished treatment

(b)

Alignment, dimensions, thickness, levelness and plumbness

(c)

Uniformity in texture and color of finishing materials

(d)

Mixing proportion and consistency of cement mortar

(e)

Installation of lathing and plaster accessories

(f)

Installation of insulation boards and wire nettings

(g)

Application of textured coating

(h)

Handling and installation of gypsum wallboards and accessories

(i)

Setting of ceramic and quarry tiles including jointing pattern

(j)

Installation of acoustical lay-in ceiling tiles and wall panels

(k)

Carpeting and associated work

(l)

Application of monolithic flooring and accessories

(m)

Field painting

(n)

Installation of vinyl coated fabric

(o)

Provide vinyl covered tack surface system

(p)
Carefully coordinate with other trades to ensure proper and adequate
interface to the work and to preclude unnecessary re-work.
(q)

Supply extra stocks as required in the project specifications

3)
Ensure that newly finished surfaces are adequately protected until final
completion of the project.

4)
Perform final cleaning of finished surfaces in accordance with approved
methods and/or as specified.

(17)

1)

Doors and Windows

Conduct off-site fabrication inspections prior to delivery to site.

2)
Observe the initial installation of each items of work being done. The works
must be performed by skilled mechanics that are familiar with the manufacturer's
installation procedures, shop drawings and contract requirements.

3)
Check the alignments of each items and ensure that it is plumb, square and
level.

4)

Daily checking of the following:

(a)

Actual anchorage of each items

(b)

Clearance that are shown on the approved drawings

(c)

Required caulking is properly provided

(d)

Proper installation of required weather stripping

(e)

Adjustment of hardware to ensure smooth and easy operation

(f)

Glazing operation

(18)

Metals

1)
Review approved shop drawings and manufacturer's recommended
installation procedures.

2)
Conduct off-site fabrication inspection prior to delivery to site. Check
materials brought on site for conformance with approved sample and/or descriptive
date. Handling of steel should be done in such a way as to prevent distortion or
damage during unloading and storage.

3)
Check daily to ensure alignment, plumbness and levelness of metal and steel
members.

4)
Ensure that runner tracks, stiffeners, bridging and accessories are provided
and installed in accordance with the manufacturer's recommendations.

5)
Monitor the erection to ensure that all steel members, bolts, anchors and
other fastening devices are installed in accordance with the drawings and
specifications.

6)

Check the specifications for allowable tolerances.

7)
Check surface preparation for conformance with project specifications prior to
shop painting.

8)
Review plans and specifications and check application requirements and
limitations.

9)
Prepared surface of the marl base shall be cleaned using suitable equipment
and free of foreign materials or free of water prior to application of prime coat.

10)
Check temperature and weather outlook to be certain that the bitumen will
be applied in accordance with specified weather limitations.

11)
Check the amount of primer applied and ensure that surface voids of base
courses are completely sealed without any surplus remaining on the surface after
the curing period. Take prompt corrective actions in the event of unsatisfactory
distribution.

12)
Check that adequate protection are provided to keep bitumen off from posts,
guardrails, and other roadside structures during spreading operations.

13)
Check to ensure that the bitumen have adequately cured in the minimum
required time or whether additional time is necessary for proper curing.

14)
Ensure that primed areas are properly protected prior to and during paving
operations.

(19)

1)

Electrical Works

Feeders / Risers / Branch circuit rough-ins work

(a)
Check sizes and type of conduits if they conform to the specifications and
approved material submittals
(b)

Check if it is in the right location as per FCD.

(c)

Check for the appropriate location of hangers and supports.

(d)

Check for fire stopping sealant, if properly applied.

2)

Wiring Works

(a)
Check for the type and size of wires if they conform with the specifications
and approved material submittals.
(b)

Check if the termination and splicing are properly executed.

(c)

Conduct continuity test by using the Continuity Test Form.

(d)

Conduct Insulation Resistance Test (Meagger)

3)

Panel Boards / ECB / Switch-gears / Dry type Transformers

(a)
Check if the installation method conforms to the specifications and approved
methodology.
(b)

Check for any defects during deliveries

(c)

Read carefully all its rating and specifications

(d)

Acquire a copy of test result from the supplier

(e)
Commence with the testing and commissioning of the equipment using the
approved methodology.
(f)
Commence with the termination and energization of the equipment using the
approved methodology.

4)

Lighting Fixture Installation Works

(a)
Check the deliveries if they conform to the specifications and approved
material submittals.
(b)

Check for its correct location and mounting height as per FCD.

(c)

Check for the appropriate location of hangers and supports.

(d)
Commence with the testing and commissioning of the equipment using the
approved methodology.

5)

Installation Works of Wiring Devices

(a)
Check the deliveries if they conform to the specification and approved
material submittals.
(b)

Check for its correct location and mounting height as per FCD.

(c)

Check for the appropriate location of hangers and supports.

(d)
Commence with the testing and commissioning of the equipment using the
approved methodology.

6)

Installation of Lightning Protection and Grounding system

(a)

Delivery and Visual inspection

(b)

Check for the location of lightning rod and arrester

(c)

Check for the proper mounting of support

(d)

Conduct continuity test

(e)

Conduct earth resistance test

(f)

Acquire a copy of test result from the supplier

(g)
Commence with the testing and commissioning of the equipment using the
approved methodology.

7)

Meralco Power Energization

(a)

Completion of roughing-ins of primary service entrance and secondary feeder.

(b)

Concrete encasement of primary service and secondary feeder.

(c)

Low voltage switch gear and ATS set-up fixing

(d)
Low voltage switch gear and ATS cable tray interconnection, cabling and
termination
(e)

Installation of grounding system

(f)

Excavation for grounding system and ground well.

(g)

Installation and termination of ground rod and cable

(h)

Ground rod and system testing

(i)

Request for Electrical Inspection.

(j)

Issuance of Certificate of electrical Inspection

(k)

Meralco transformer installation, cabling, final testing and energization

8)

Partial turn-over finishes

(a)

Roughing-in works

(b)

Wiring, termination and testing

(c)

Lighting fixtures and wiring devices deliveries

(d)

Lighting fixtures and wiring devices installation

(e)

Wall partition roughing-ins and box setting

(f)

Panel board installation and roughing ins and box setting

(g)

Wiring and cabling

(h)

Splicing and testing

(i)

EE room meter center installation

(j)

EE room emergency system installation

(k)

concrete cable tray riser block out

(l)

Installation of vertical cable tray

(m)

Installation of ATS, busbar gutter and

(n)

MCBCabling, testing and termination

(o)

installation of KW-Hr Meter

(20)

1)

Mechanical Works

Duct works ( Ventilation, AC, Pressurization)

(a)

Materials check

(b)

Horizontal and riser air duct line checking

(c)

Hangers and supports, painting

(d)

Leak Test ( For Pressure class 2 Water and Above Only)

(e)

Accessories

(f)

Insulation

(g)

Air Terminals

(h)

Testing and Air Balancing

2)

Refrigerant and Condensing Drain Piping

(a)

Materials check

(b)

Horizontal and Vertical Pipe line checking

(c)

Pressure Leak Test ( Refrigerant)

(d)

Insulation

3)

FCU/ACCU

(a)

Equipment Check

(b)

Location Checking

(c)

Support/Alignment

(d)

Piping Hook-up

(e)

Electrical conduits/wires

(f)

Preliminary Testing and commissioning

(g)

Final Testing and Commissioning

4)

Ventilation Fans

(a)

Equipment Check

(b)

Location Checking

(c)

Support/Vibration Isolator/ Alignment

(d)

Inlet/Outlet Sound Annunciators

(e)

Electrical conduit/ wires

(f)

MCP

(g)

Preliminary Testing and Commissioning

(h)

Final Testing and Commissioning ( Air balancing included)

17)

Fire Protection Works

1)

Line Checking ( Pipeline/Riser/ Mainline)

(a)

Pipe Sleeving

(b)

Pipe Installation

(c)

Pipe Support

(d)

Headroom Elevation- droppings

(e)

Sprinkler heads

2)

Piping Lines ( Branch/ Crossmain/ Feedmain)

(a)

Invert Elevation

(b)

Flushing Test

(c)

Hydrostatic Test

(d)

Leakage Test

(e)

Drainage Test

(f)

Automatic Fire Alarm System

(g)

Test optional

3)

Risers/ Mainlines

(a)

Block-outs

(b)

Plumbness

(c)

Painting of pipes

(d)

Flushing Test

(e)

Hydrostatic Test

(f)

Leakage Test

(g)

Drainage Test

4)

Pumps (Fire Pumps/Jockey Pumps)

(a)

Installation inspection

(b)

Testing and Commissioning Manual

(c)

Testing and Commissioning Automatic

18)

1)

Sanitary/ Plumbing Works

Piping Works ( Storm, Soil, Waste, Vent, CWL, HWL)

(a)

Material check

(b)

Lateral and riser pipe line checking

(c)

Hangers and supports, painting

(d)

Leak test

(e)

Flow test

2)

Pumps

(a)

Equipment check

(b)

Location check

(c)

Supports/ vibration isolators/ alignment

(d)

Valves/ piping hook-up

(e)

Electrical conduits/ wires

(f)

MCP

(g)

Preliminary Testing and Commissioning

(h)

3)

Final Testing and Commissioning

Plumbing fixtures

(a)

Material check ( fixture and accessories)

(b)

Support/ alignment

(c)

Piping hook-up

(d)

Grouting/ caulking

(e)

Preliminary Testing and Commissioning

(f)

Final Testing and Commissioning

4)

Waterline System

(a)

Manila Water Service Connection

(b)

Permits/ payments of fees

(c)

Piping ( Manila Water City Main) to Water Tank

(d)

Transfer Pumps

(e)

Piping/ valves hook-up

(f)

Transfer pump controller

(g)

Conduits/wiring

(h)

Piping from transfer pumps to roofdeck water tank

(i)

Tank pipe sleeves

(j)

Booster pumps

(k)

Controller

(l)

Conduits/wiring

(m)

Booster pumps piping hook-up

(n)

Down feed piping from roofdeck water tank

(o)

UV filters

(p)

Dis-infection of tanks and pipes

(q)

Testing and Commissioning

5)

Storm Drainage System

(a)

Permits/ payment of fees

(b)

Street storm drain piping

(c)

Catch basis

(d)

Sump pit

6.3.5 When a third party laboratory does the testing, the CQC Engineer shall obtain
advance copy of test results.

6.3.6 All testing shall be witnessed by a CQC Engineer.

6.3.7 All inspection, measuring and test equipment shall be checked or tested at
prescribed intervals as indicated in the Calibration Report.

(1)
All surveying equipment and other inspection, measuring or testing
equipment shall be calibrated and maintained.

(2)
The Calibration Certificates or reports must be issued and filed. The
calibration certificates or reports must be available on site.

(3)
Proprietary equipment such as 3.5m retractable pocket measuring tapes and
spirit levels will not be calibrated.

(4)
When testing is done by Third Party laboratory, calibration certificate shall be
obtained for reference.

(5)
All subcontractors must be required to demonstrate that they are
implementing effective control on their own inspection, measuring and testing
equipment. The CQC engineer shall check and monitor such control through formal
quality inspection to ensure that the control is being effectively implemented.

(6)
Calibrated machine shall be properly labeled, indicating date of calibration,
the schedule of next calibration, and agency conducting the calibration.

(7)
When labeling is not applicable, data must be available anytime for
reference.

6.3.8 Calibration can either be done onsite or offsite. Qualified personnel or

accredited agencies shall perform it.

6.3.9 All calibrated and checked equipment must be identified with suitable
indicator to show calibration status. Label to include equipment number, next
calibration date and deviated error. If labeling is not practical, identification record
of the equipment must be available.

6.3.10Equipment found to be outside the acceptable tolerance must be rechecked.

If it is still found to be non-conforming, it shall not be used or be removed from the
site.

6.3.11Calibration Certificate of all testing equipment by third party laboratories

shall be obtained for record purposes.

6.3.12Document Controller shall do material delivery, sampling and testing

monitoring and tracking of document.

6.3.13Monitoring of results shall include the following but not limited to;

(1)

Submittal Status Log

(2)

Drawing Registry Tracking

(3)

CHB Sampling and Testing Record

(4)

Concrete Sampling and Load Testing Monitoring

(5)

Ready Mix Concrete Design Mix Testing Monitoring

(6)

Rebar Delivery Sampling and Testing Monitoring

6.4

Equipment Commissioning

6.4.1 Testing is an extremely important part of CQC. If tests are not performed
properly, many construction procedures cannot be confirmed as adequate. Visual
observation alone is insufficient. Refer to Testing Submission for testing
requirements.
Procedures
(a)
The Contractor is required to provide a list of required tests and specify
whether the test are to be performed by an independent, approved testing
laboratory or through the use of his approved personnel and facilities.
(b)
Regardless of which method of testing the Contractor uses, he is required to
assure specified laboratory procedures are used in accordance with the Contract
Specifications.
(c)
All test equipment and measuring devices shall be of the proper type, range
and accuracy, and must be calibrated and meet the tolerances required in
compliance with the test criteria. All equipment and devices shall be properly
calibrated adjusted and maintained in accordance with acceptable standards.
(d)
Certificates of Calibration must be kept on file as required. Certificates shall
show the date of last calibration, and the due date of the next calibration. All such
certificates shall be available to the Engineer for review at his request.

(e)
In case of testing by Third party Laboratory, Calibration certificate shall be
obtained for the record.
6.4.2 Unless otherwise specified, the CQC group shall arrange for factory / field test
when they are required under the contract.
6.4.3 CQC inspectors shall direct, witness and document the conduct and result of
this test. Field test shall be re-done after required replacement for re-work is
accomplished. Successful test shall be documented as such, and the tested item of
work certified by the inspector, and in turn by the CQC Head. The Owner shall be
notified at least 24 hours in advance on any test in order that he may witness the
conduct of the test.
7.0

FORMS

List of quality control forms but not limited to are as follows:

7.1

Submittal Status Log

7.2

Drawing Registry

7.3

Material Delivery Receiving Report Form

7.4

Concrete Sampling Monitoring Form

7.5

Concrete Field Testing Monitoring

7.6

Non-Compliance Report

7.7

Notice of Inspection

7.8

Notice of Testing/Sampling

7.9

Concrete Pouring Request Form

7.10

Material Submittal Form

7.11

Continuity Test Form

7.12

Plant Visit Report

7.13

CHB Testing and Sampling Record

Excavation

1.
Verify with the owner if the elevation reference on site conforms to the
elevation reference on plan.
2.
Survey existing surrounding structures elevation and current structure
defects and have it noted by the owner of the structure or administration officer for
future reference. This is important to negate future adverse claim due to the
construction works.
3.
Study the type of soil in the vicinity. Verify if the soil can hold steep slope
excavation. If not provide adequate slope protection measures.
4.

Check if the foundation requires gravel bedding or lean concrete.

5.
Excavate to the required depth considering the thickness of the gravel
bedding or lean concrete.