A systematic approach to technical inspection of construction projects

Abstract

This study presents a methodical approach to the procedure of inspection of the technical condition of non-residential public buildings, including architectural monuments. The work considers the peculiarities of the inspection at each stage - the analysis of the initial data, preparation for and preliminary (visual) inspection of the object with the drawing up of the inspection program, conducting a detailed (instrumental) inspection, processing the results and preparing a technical conclusion. As methods of research were used - the method of observation and comparison of actual, design and regulatory parameters, the method of measurement of actual values, methods of nondestructive testing, described used means of measurement and control. Performed visual inspection, analysis of the structural system of the building, photography, drawings of the object. On the basis of the results of visual and instrumental inspection defects and damages typical for the finishing stage were identified. A list and map of defects have been developed. The presented methodological approach can be used at the object-analogues, including architectural monuments and objects of cultural heritage. The causes of defects and damages have been identified, and recommendations for their elimination have been given.