CPI Quality Control & Inspection Flashcards
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What is the purpose of maintaining as-built documentation during a CPI project?
Answer: To record actual installed conditions that differ from original design drawings
As-built documentation records all field changes from the original design, creating an accurate record of what was actually installed for future maintenance and reference.
A CPI installer notices a hairline crack in a structural substrate before installation. What is the correct course of action?
Answer: Document the crack and notify the project manager or engineer before proceeding
Structural defects must be documented and reported to the responsible engineer or project manager before installation proceeds to prevent safety issues or installation failure.
What does 'tolerance' mean in the context of installation quality control?
Answer: The maximum allowable deviation from a specified dimension or condition
Tolerance defines the permissible range of deviation from a specified measurement or condition, such as ±1/8 inch for floor levelness.
When performing a water test on a newly installed rooftop waterproofing system, what does a successful result confirm?
Answer: No leaks exist through the installed membrane or flashings under ponded water conditions
A flood or water test confirms the installed waterproofing membrane and all flashings are leak-free by ponding water for a specified duration.
Which quality assurance practice involves a third-party inspector verifying installation work independent of the contractor?
Answer: Special inspection
Special inspection involves a third-party, owner-engaged inspector who independently verifies critical installation work meets code and specification requirements.
What information should be recorded in a field quality control log during installation?
Answer: Date, inspector name, work observed, materials checked, test results, and any deficiencies noted
A complete field QC log captures date, inspector identity, scope of work observed, material batch numbers, test results, and any noted deficiencies for each inspection event.