Structural Observation Clause Samples
Structural Observation. The engineer or architect of record shall provide structural observation per Section 1704.6 of the California Building Code, when required by the Building Official or engineer or architect of record. This requirement and frequency of observation shall be put forth in the Statement of Structural Observation (SSO) prepared by the design professional or as determined by the Building Official prior to permit issuance. In accordance with the Section 110 and the structural observation requirements of Section 1704.6 of the California Building Code, the Building Official may require that the architect or engineer of record attend a preconstruction meeting prior to the commencement of work. When structural observation is required by the Building Official, the engineer or architect of record shall periodically perform visual observation on the project, as outlined in the SSO, for general conformance to the approved construction documents. The minimum observations are: at foundation stage, at shearwalls /diaphragms stage, and at final framing stage. Additional observations may be required as the result of deficiencies or corrective actions or special circumstances as agreed upon in the pre- permit stage of the project. Any observed deficiencies or changes to the approved plans must be brought to the attention of the Building Official as soon as possible, and no more than three (3) working days or before subsequent inspections. This observation is in addition to other required special inspections and is not intended as a substitution of other required inspections. At the conclusion of work included in the permit, the structural observer shall submit to the building official a written statement that the site visits have been made and identify any reported deficiencies that, to the best of the structural observer’s knowledge, have not been resolved.
Structural Observation. In addition or in lieu of other special inspection requirements, engineer or architect shall provide structural observation per the adopted Building Code, when required by the Building Official. This requirement and frequency shall be determined by the Building Official. Special inspection and testing shall meet the minimum requirements of the California Building Code. The following conditions are also applicable.
a. Duties and responsibilities of the Special Inspector and/or Architect or Engineer of Record – Limit of Authority: The special inspector is NOT AUTHORIZED to do any of the following:
(1) To inspect or approve any work for which the building permit has not been issued;
(2) To inspect or approve or otherwise authorize any work to commence before the Building Division has made the initial inspection. Deviation from this procedure must be requested in writing and approved by the Building Official. Refer to the adopted CBC for exceptions;
(3) To inspect or approve any work other than that for which they are specifically certified;
(4) To accept alternative materials, structural changes, or revisions to plans without approval of the Building Official.
Structural Observation. Kleinfelder will provide structural observation during construction. This task includes 5 site visits.
Structural Observation. Visual observation by a Structural Observer of the structural system for general conformance to the Contract Documents at significant construction stages and at completion of the structural system. Structural observation does not include, waive, or otherwise affect the CONTRACTOR's responsibility for inspections required by the Contract Documents.
Structural Observation. The Engineer or Architect of Record shall provide structural observation per Section 1704.6 of the California Building Code. This observation is in addition to other required special inspections and is not intended as a substitution of other required inspections. The structural observer shall submit to the Building Official a written statement that the site visits have been made and identify any reported deficiencies that, to the best of the structural observer’s knowledge, have not been resolved.