Backfilling and Compaction Checklist (around foundation)

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Pre-Backfill Verification

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Ensuring site conditions are suitable before backfilling begins.

Existing Ground Condition Assessment Completed?

Describe Existing Ground Condition (including any organic matter or debris)

Existing Ground Elevation (datum)

Photos of Existing Ground Conditions

Underground Utilities Located and Marked?

Details of Utility Location and Marking (if applicable)

Foundation Elevation (datum)

Approved Backfill Material Specified?

Material Approval and Delivery

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Confirming the correct backfill material has been approved and delivered to the site.

Backfill Material Type Approved?

Material Specification Reference (e.g., project specs, ASTM standard)

Material Test Report (MTR) - Initial Delivery

Quantity of Backfill Material Delivered (CY or Tons)

Material Delivery Confirmation?

Notes on Material Discrepancies (if any)

Date of Material Delivery

Backfill Material Placement

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Procedures and verification related to the layering and placement of the backfill material.

Approved Backfill Material Type?

If 'Other' Material Type Selected, Specify:

Backfill Material Moisture Content (%)

Layer Thickness (inches)

Placement Method Description

Potential Hazards Addressed?

Lot Number/Source of Backfill Material

Compaction - Layer 1

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Specific checks and activities related to compaction of the first layer of backfill.

Moisture Content (%) - Layer 1

Compaction (lbs/ft² or kN/m²) - Layer 1

Compaction Method - Layer 1

Number of Passes - Layer 1

Layer Thickness (inches) - Layer 1

Observations/Notes - Layer 1

Photos/Video - Layer 1 Compaction

Inspector Signature - Layer 1

Compaction - Subsequent Layers

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Compaction verification for all subsequent layers of backfill.

Layer Thickness (inches)

Moisture Content (%)

Compaction Effort (lbs/sq ft or kN/m²)

Density Achieved (%)

Compaction Method Used

If 'Other' compaction method selected, specify:

Material Passing Sieve Size (mm)

If 'Other' sieve size selected, specify:

Density Test Results (e.g., Proctor Test)

Inspector Sign-Off - Subsequent Layers

Final Grading and Protection

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Activities related to final grading, sloping, and protecting the backfilled area.

Finished Grade Elevation (ft)

Slope/Grade at Foundation Perimeter (%),

Topsoil Layer Present?

Description of Erosion Control Measures Implemented (e.g., silt fence, blankets)

Photo Documentation of Final Grading and Protection

Protection from Precipitation Applied?

Details of Precipitation Protection (e.g., tarp covering area, type of tarp)

Documentation and Sign-Off

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Record keeping and formal sign-off procedures for completion of the backfilling process.

Backfilling Start Date

Backfilling Completion Date

Number of Compaction Tests Performed

Summary of Compaction Test Results (including test locations and pass/fail status)

Material Type Verified?

Compaction Requirements Met?

Foreman Signature

Inspector Signature

Project Identifier/Reference Number

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