Inspection Record
Project Information
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Section 001
Before Work Begins
Work begins only after the initial conditions are understood and confirmed.
Approved project documentation is availableDrawings, details, specifications and revisions
Scope and boundaries are confirmedIncluded and excluded works
Scaffolding and access are safeInspection access is possible
Weather conditions are acceptableTemperature, rain, wind and direct sunlight
Reference sample / mock-up is approvedColour, texture and workmanship
Section 002
Materials & Traceability
Every material must be identified before it becomes part of the facade.
System components are compatibleOne approved facade system
DoP and declarations are availableCertificates and fire classification
Batch numbers are recordedFinish materials and colour batches
Storage conditions are correctDry, protected and temperature compliant
Expiry dates are validAdhesives, renders, primers and sealants
Section 003
Substrate Preparation
The substrate is accepted before it is covered by subsequent layers.
Surface is clean and load-bearingNo dust, oil, loose material or biological growth
Flatness has been checkedRecorded with a suitable straight edge
Moisture condition is acceptableAccording to system requirements
Adhesion test is completed where requiredResult recorded
Cracks and weak areas are repairedRepair method documented
Section 004
Insulation Installation
Thermal insulation must form a continuous and stable envelope.
Correct insulation type and thicknessMatches design
Board layout and staggered jointsNo continuous vertical joints
Adhesive application is correctAccording to system specification
Gaps are closed with suitable materialNo mortar-filled thermal bridges
Mechanical fixings are correctType, length, quantity and pattern
Openings and corners are reinforcedNo board joints at opening corners
Section 005
Reinforcement Layer
The reinforcing layer is inspected before the finish coat is applied.
Mesh is fully embeddedNot exposed and not lying directly on insulation
Mesh overlaps are sufficientAt least as required by system documentation
Diagonal reinforcement is installedAt window and door corners
Profiles and corner beads are straightContinuous and securely fixed
Layer thickness is within system limitsMeasured and recorded where necessary
Section 006
Finish & Visual Quality
The finish is assessed under normal conditions, not under artificially intensified light.
Colour and texture are uniformNo visible dry joints or scaffold bands
No leopard effect is visibleFixing pattern does not telegraph through
Edges, reveals and junctions are cleanLines are continuous and deliberate
Sealants and flashings are completeNo open water paths
Facade is clean and undamagedNo stains, impacts or contamination
Section 007
Measurements & Tolerances
Measurements turn an impression into a verifiable result.
Plane flatness is measured2 m straight edge or project method
Verticality is measuredWalls, corners and reveals
Openings and lines are checkedHorizontal, vertical and diagonal
Panel joints are checked where applicableWidth, alignment and lippage
Results are recorded by locationNot only stated as passed
Section 008
Hidden Works & Evidence
Anything that will be concealed must be evidenced before it is covered.
Substrate acceptance is photographedBefore insulation or cladding
Fixing pattern is photographedBefore reinforcement or closing
Mesh and reinforcement details are photographedBefore finish coat
Membranes and flashings are photographedBefore cladding
Hidden works acts are signedBefore subsequent layers
Section 009
Handover
The facade is handed over together with evidence of quality.
Final inspection is completedAll elevations and details
Defects are listed and assignedResponsible person and deadline
Corrective works are re-inspectedClosure is documented
Material and maintenance information is providedCleaning, repair and care
Project archive is completePhotos, acts, certificates and final record
Normative basis
This checklist supports the RAMERK internal inspection process. Project requirements, applicable legislation, recognised standards, system-holder instructions and manufacturer documentation remain controlling.
Inspector Notes
Observations & Actions
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