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17. For all exterior work, the weather reports have to be checked on a constant basis to
make sure no adverse conditions will occur. This can include not only high winds,
tornados, and hurricanes but also extremely high or low temperatures.
18. Contingency solutions have to be developed prior to installation in case adverse
conditions do occur unexpectedly.
19. The area in which the work will occur must be properly prepared in sufficient time
so as not to impact the installation.
20. After installation, the work should be “punched out” immediately. Any defaults
noted should be taken care of immediately, considering the fact that the subcontrac-
tor’s trades people are readily available. This may require overtime work but the
subcontractor should understand that defects have been found and it is the subcon-
tractor’s responsibility to rectify the problems.
21. Records should be maintained concerning the installation procedures and any
problems encountered. Resolution procedures should also be enumerated.

The end product of a good QC program is to achieve a minor punch list. See Chapter 21
for information on punch lists. This transfers into reduced costs for the CM/GC and
the subcontractors and a reduced project schedule. One of the primary objectives of the
CM/GC is to make a good profit on the job. Secondary objectives are to complete
the project on time (or sooner) and to have a happy client. These objectives can only
be achieved with a first class QC program.

A copy of a sample steel QC report is shown in Exhibit 3-5.

SUMMARY

• Tests are performed to make sure that the components installed conform to industry
standards, local codes, and/or the architect and engineer’s standards.
• Testing procedures are grouped into nine different areas:
• Mixtures
• Connections
• Assemblies
• Material
• Load capacity
• Pressure
• Flow
• Systems
• Performance
• A full-scale mock-up test in a laboratory setting of some critical assemblies may be
required to see how they perform under adverse conditions.
• Tests of field-installed structural concrete and steel must be especially stringent.