Footing Formwork Inspection Checklist

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Pre-Pour Verification

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Checks before concrete pouring to ensure proper preparation and safety.

Pour Date

Pour Time

Approved Pour Plan?

Concrete Strength (f'c)

Pour Plan Review Comments (if applicable)

Utilities Located and Marked?

Weather Forecast Review & Mitigation Plan (if needed)

Water Management Plan in Place?

Formwork Alignment & Dimensions

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Verification of formwork position, level, and adherence to design specifications.

Footing Width (actual)

Footing Length (actual)

Footing Depth (actual)

Check of Level Deviation (max)

Formwork Alignment with Plan

Corner Alignment

Notes on Dimensional Discrepancies/Corrections Needed

Formwork Bracing & Support

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Assessment of formwork stability and proper bracing to handle concrete pressure.

Spacing between Braces (Max)

Height of Formwork

Brace Condition

Bracing Type(s) Present

Formwork Stability Assessment

Comments on Bracing and Support

Formwork Materials & Condition

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Inspection of formwork materials for defects, cleanliness, and proper treatment.

Formwork Moisture Content (%)

Formwork Material Type

Description of Formwork Condition (Cracks, Splits, etc.)

Presence of Oil/Grease on Formwork Surface

Formwork Treatment (if applicable)

Photos of Formwork Condition

Reinforcement Cover & Placement

5 of 8

Ensuring correct concrete cover over reinforcement and proper reinforcement placement within the formwork.

Minimum Concrete Cover (mm)

Measured Concrete Cover (mm) - Location 1

Measured Concrete Cover (mm) - Location 2

Measured Concrete Cover (mm) - Location 2

Rebar Tie Wire Secure?

Rebar Placement Issues?

Comments on Rebar Placement/Cover

Utilities & Obstructions

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Confirmation that all utilities and obstructions are properly located and protected.

Are underground utilities identified and marked?

Utility Location Details (if applicable)

Are existing obstructions (e.g., rocks, debris) removed?

Details of any remaining obstructions and mitigation plans:

Utility Marking/As-Built Drawings (if available):

Distance from formwork to nearest utility (in feet/meters):

Weather Considerations

7 of 8

Assessment of weather conditions and their potential impact on the footing formwork.

Air Temperature (Current)

Wet-Bulb Temperature (Current)

Weather Forecast (Next 24 Hours)

Potential for Freezing?

Notes on Weather Impact/Mitigation

Safety & Access

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Evaluation of safety measures and access points around the footing formwork.

Are appropriate PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) being used by all personnel?

Are barricades and warning signs in place around the work area?

Number of access points to the formwork?

Access route condition

Any observed safety concerns or hazards?

Inspector Signature

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