LARE LARE Construction Documentation 5

Question 1

What does 'TOW' and 'BOW' refer to in retaining wall construction documentation?

Accepted Answer

Top of Wall and Bottom of Wall elevations

Answer

TOW (Top of Wall) and BOW (Bottom of Wall) are standard notation giving the finished elevations at the top and bottom of a retaining wall.

Question 2

A 'record drawing' (as-built) differs from the original construction documents because it:

Accepted Answer

Reflects the actual conditions as constructed, including any field changes

Answer

Record drawings are updated after construction to document actual installed conditions, capturing field modifications that deviated from the original design.

Question 3

In a plant schedule on a planting plan, the 'Cal.' column refers to:

Accepted Answer

The caliper (trunk diameter) of a tree

Answer

Cal. is the standard abbreviation for caliper, the diameter of a tree trunk measured at a standardized height, used to specify tree size.

Question 4

Which specification format section typically covers 'Products'?

Accepted Answer

Part 2 – Products

Answer

The standard three-part specification format places material and product requirements in Part 2 – Products, covering materials, manufactured items, and mixes.

Question 5

A 'change order' (CO) is issued during construction to:

Accepted Answer

Formally authorize a modification to the contract scope, cost, or schedule

Answer

A change order is a signed agreement between the owner and contractor modifying the original contract for changes in scope, price, or project schedule.

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