General program requirements section 1 introduction in an effort to increase the effectiveness of the city of carson citys special inspection program and create an awareness of the importance of these essential services, this manual was developed. The special inspection manual is written to be a general overview of all the special inspection categories listed in chapter 17 of the international building code ibc. Cop special inspection manual rev 2012 free download as pdf file. Hampton roads regional special inspection guidelines and proceduresincludes the following. Design and control of concrete mixtures, portland cement association.
The special inspection manual, which is a reference when taking the test, can be acquired from the international code council icc at a nominal cost. These instructions outline the mandatory requirements and responsibilities of all parties involved. This document provides the building official with guidance on the administration and implementation of the special inspection requirements of chapter 17 of the 2012 international building code. Special inspection procedure ibc chapter 17 when required all projects that require a sc licensed architect or engineer per sc architectural and engineering registratio n law. The concrete manual, now updated to the 2012 international building code ibc and aci 31811, provides the guidance and information that inspectors and other construction professionals need to become more proficient in concrete field practices and inspection. The special inspection process is in addition to the inspections conducted by the building official and continuous or periodic observation by the special inspections engineer of record. Special inspection is not required for wood shear walls, shear panels and diaphragms, including nailing, bolting, anchoring and other fastening to other components of the seismic forceresisting system, where the fastener spacing of the sheathing is more than 4 inches 102 mm on center o.
It defines the duties and responsibilities of the project owner, registered design professional of record, special inspector and general contractor. State that in hisher professional opinion the footings are bearing on sub grades capable of supporting the design loads. Chapter 17 of the 2012 ibc has specific requirements for special inspections, testing and structural. Concrete inspection handbook, portland cement association, fourth edition, 2005. The manual is also helpful for design professionals writing statements of special inspections. The hampton roads regional special inspection guidelines and procedures provides and coordinates the procedures for special inspections that are required by both the referenced usbc and ibc. Special inspection procedure manual a guideline document to assist design professionals, testing and inspection agencies, contractors and building officials by the carson city building department 108 e.
The international codes icodes are the widely accepted, comprehensive set of model codes used in the us and abroad to help ensure the engineering of safe, sustainable, affordable and resilient structures. Subject to the approval of the building official, special inspectors holding current. The special inspection requirements of the michigan building code 2012 mbc 2012. Overview the program consists of five forms, which must be filled out by the sc design professional in responsible charge and submitted to the building department. The special inspection manual is organized into ten chapters with five appendices. Special inspections for sprayed fireresistant materials applied to floor, roof and wall assemblies and structural members shall be in accordance with sections 1705. Chapter 17 special inspections and tests 2012 international.
How to register for and schedule an icc special inspection exam. Based on the 2012 international building code forms listed in appendix b of the special inspection manual are available here as word documents. Jan 05, 2016 special inspection first appeared in the 1961 edition of the uniform building code. Building department special inspection program guide. The 2012 usbc july 14, 2014, incorporates and amends the international code council, inc. Statement of special inspections guidelines in accordance to section 1704 of the 2012 international building code ibc, the owner, or the registered design professional in responsible charge acting as the owners agent, is required to hire an independent testing inspection agency to perform required special inspections. New exams are available for examination starting december 1, 2017 exams are available for purchasing now via myicc. Duties and responsibilities, understanding of applicable building codes and structural masonry construction practices, identification of materials, and proper testing procedures for masonry components, report writing and structural blueprint reading. Aws, cwi or icc structural welding special inspector. The provisions of this chapter shall govern the quality, workmanship and requirements for. The contractor must maintain all special inspection documents including interim field. Icc manual informs on special inspection procedures.
Qualification requirements, and administrative guidelines and procedures established and implemented by dcra with respect to third party inspection agencies pursuant to the homestart act, 12a dcmr and this procedure manual. The model program for special inspection has its roots in 1986 when it was first offered to building officials, jurisdictions, and inspection and testing agencies. I just want to say thanks for the special inspector gr course. Ibc special inspection, observation, and testing youtube.
Special inspection an overview gives an overview of jobsite quality control through special inspection. Special inspection policy manual effective april 10, 2018 page 6 of 50 the need for improved organization on construction projects and better communication between participants. Specialinspections,which are observations, inspections and teststhat are conductedduring the constructionof building components. Special inspectors or inspection agencies shall submit a final signed report to the building department stating that all items requiring special inspection and testing by the statement of special inspections were fulfilled and reported and, to the best of their knowledge, conform to the approved plans and specifications section 1704. Benefits of special inspection are the focus of new icc. Special inspections shall be based on the fireresistance design as designated in the approved construction documents. Record retention for special inspection activity is maintained by both the special. Special inspection procedures for sfrm and intumescent. Code ibc, the special inspection manual, and the building official. The independent agency hired to perform the duties of special inspection is required to be a registered agency with washington association of building officials wabo, under the special inspection registration program sirp standard no. It definitely helped me prepare for the types of questions asked during the exam.
Code council icc developed certification and accreditation programs to identify. Postinstalled anchors in accordance with approved icc es report. A final report of special inspections documenting completion of all required special inspections and correction of any discrepancies noted in the inspections shall be submitted prior to issuance of a certificate of occupancy. It defines the duties and responsibilities of the project owner, registered. Verify placement locations and plumbness, confirm type and size of hammer, record number of blows per foot of penetration, determine required penetrations to achieve design capacity, record tip and butt elevations and document any damage to foundation element. Special inspections checklist 2012 nc building code section 1704 check all boxes that apply page 3 of 7 periodic continuous application of joint details at each connection. Being a master of special inspection myself for nearly 10 years now, i have been on the receiving end of great project opportunities, a wellrounded inspection discipline knowledge, respect from my peers early on, promotion and pay opportunities, and the ability to write this title after my name. Free icc building and fire codes, books and standards. Periodic inspections allowed if stated in es report. Model program for special inspection based on the 2012 ibc chapter 17 icc on. Special inspection policy manual 2018 washington, d. The special inspection program outlines a partnership between all the. Special inspections allow for prompt replies to questions from contractors. Special inspections can be available during times when the building department is not available, ensuring construction stays on schedule.
Procedure manual and the 2012 special inspections program manual 3. It focused on the field inspection aspects of special inspection and is now used as a standard reference for the special inspector exams. The most common contributing factor to significant structural damage and building failure after extreme natural events such as earthquakes and hurricanes is construction that fails to comply with codes, standards and design documents. Special inspection policy manual effective april 10, 2018 page 9 of 50 special inspections form with acceptance by the rdprc and submitted to dcra for acceptance prior to any request for any building final inspection. Special inspections is submitted in accordance with section 1704. Here are some facts and faqs to give you a rundown on the new exams. Name and contact information of special inspector or special inspection agency. Authored by iccs sandra hyde, special inspection manual gives detail to oversight and increased inspection requirements. The manual contains the requirements involving special inspection within the international building code, descriptions of the required special inspections, and information on creating a special inspection program. The need for construction inspection by the structural engineer of record ser during the construction of principal structural components. The international code council is offering free access to their icodes, books and standards. Special inspection policy manual effective october 15, 2018 page. Subject to the approval of the building official, special inspectors holding current certification by icc in the discipline in which they will be inspecting can be. Aciaccsi only permitted to perform inspection under onsite supervision by pe, ra, aciccsi, or icc csi prestressed concrete degree in bc 1704.
The 2018 dcra special inspection policy sip manual provides and coordinates the procedures for special inspections that are required by the amended ibc. Inspector pocket guide international firestop council. Conduct inspection of basement and retaining walls for conformance to the county approved construction documents. You can purchase the books directly from icc, or from amazon or ebay. The special inspector shall furnish special inspection reports to the eor, contractor, owner and. The role of each member of the building construction team to include the registered design. The international code council icc is a nonprofit organization dedicated to developing model codes and standards used in the design, build and compliance process. Firestopping inspection manual scope engineering judgments it is not unusual to find, in construction projects, unique conditions which have not been tested and listed, that require special consideration. Special inspections and tests shall be required for proposed work that is. All the information that is in this pane, and more, is now on primer, in a more consumable and user friendly format. Special inspection program does not relieve the contractor of his or her responsibilities.
Hampton roads regional special inspection guidelines and. Model program for special inspection based on the 2012 ibc. Errata on various icc publications is available at. The responsibilities of the registered design professional responsible for the structural design. For the technical portion, there is a masonry inspectors. Reinforced concrete special inspector certification examination practice course. Model program for special inspection based on the 2012 ibc chapter 17. Verification of the application of materials per manufacturers instructions.
The international codes icodes are the widely accepted, comprehensive set of model codes used in the us and abroad to help ensure the engineering of safe, sustainable. This manual is divided into six sections as follows. On mac os x from the file menu, select page setup change scale to 200%. Passed special inspector gr and reinforced concrete codes. This statement of special inspections is submitted in accordance with section 1704. Special inspector aciccsi or icc certification as concrete special inspector icc csi aci certification as an associate con rete construction special inspector aciaccsi note. Continuous versus periodic special inspection implications. Special inspection of required windresistant systems and components. In addition to the referenced materials, there are two other helpful items that can be extremely useful in preparing for the examination. Benefits of special inspection are the focus of new icc manual. Mar 12, 20 code requirements overview with 2006 to 2012 ibc nuances. Special inspection of firestopping, the 2012 ibc requirements. The protection of these conditions will necessitate engineering judgments ejs since they have not been tested and do not.
This manual clarifies what work requires special inspections and the procedure for inspecting and reporting that work. Jeremy larsen special inspection practice leader at. Cop special inspection manual rev 2012 deep foundation. Icc s new special inspector module exams are now available for registration. The guidance is based on recommended practices and the consensus of building officials, design professionals, and inspection and testing agencies. Special inspection of required seismicresistant systems and components. When the structure is designed to seismic design category c, d, e, or f, special inspection shall be provided in accordance with aisc 341. Special inspections instructions based on chapter 17 of the 2012 international building code purpose the purpose of this document is to familiarize the owner, engineer, architect, special inspector, testing laboratory, andor contractor with the city of mckinneys requirements related to. Forms listed in appendix b of the special inspection manual are available here as word documents. The purpose of this manual is to outline the cpdds special inspections program.