ChecklistGuro Formwork Design and Stability Checklist
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General Information & Project Details
Basic project information and formwork scope verification.
Project Name
Project Number
Date of Formwork Design Review
Formwork Design Revision Number
Brief Description of Formwork Scope (e.g., walls, slabs, foundations)
Formwork Type (e.g., Concrete, Steel, Composite)
Attach Relevant Project Documents (e.g., Architectural Drawings, Site Plans)
Designer's Name
Designer's Signature
Design Loads & Calculations
Verification of load calculations accounting for all applicable forces.
Concrete Density (kg/m³)
Fresh Concrete Unit Weight (kN/m³)
Design Loads (kPa)
Self-Weight Factor
Description of Load Combinations Used
Load Combination Standard Used
Load Calculation Spreadsheet
Wind Pressure (kPa)
Formwork Material Selection & Properties
Ensuring appropriate materials are selected and their properties are correctly applied.
Formwork Material Type
Material Grade (e.g., Timber Strength)
Sheathing Thickness (mm)
Material Properties Summary
Material Certificates
Timber Treatment (if applicable)
Specific Material Considerations
Formwork Geometry & Layout
Checks related to the physical dimensions and arrangement of the formwork.
Formwork Height (m)
Formwork Width (m)
Formwork Length (m)
Formwork Type
Description of Complex Geometry (if applicable)
Formwork Layout Drawing
Sheathing Panel Size (Length, m)
Sheathing Panel Size (Width, m)
Support System Design
Assessment of supports, including spacing, capacity, and stability.
Maximum Support Spacing (mm)
Support Reaction Capacity (kN)
Support Type (e.g., Jack, Raking Prop, Soldier Pile)
Justification for Support Spacing (referencing calculations)
Support System Calculations
Minimum Ground Bearing Pressure (kPa)
Ground Condition Assessment Method
Sheathing & Face Stability
Verification of sheathing thickness, spacing, and face stability to prevent deformation and blow-out.
Sheathing Thickness (mm)
Sheathing Spacing (mm) - Center to Center
Face Pressure (kPa) - Calculated Maximum
Sheathing Material Type
If 'Other' Sheathing Material, Please Specify:
Sheathing Fixation Method
If 'Other' Fixation Method, Please Specify:
Fixation Spacing (mm) - Center to Center
Attach Calculation Showing Face Stability Verification
Tie Rod/Tie Bar Design & Placement
Checking the adequacy and positioning of tie rods/bars to resist lateral pressure.
Tie Rod/Bar Diameter (mm)
Tie Rod/Bar Spacing (mm)
Tie Rod/Bar Tensile Capacity (kN)
Lateral Pressure on Formwork (kN/m)
Tie Rod/Bar Material Grade
If 'Other' Material Grade selected above, please specify:
Tie Rod/Bar Connection Method
If 'Other' Connection Method selected above, please specify:
Tie Rod/Bar Connection Details Drawing
Resin/Mortar Joint Considerations
Assessment of joint design and material properties related to resin or mortar usage.
Resin/Mortar Type Specified?
Description of Resin/Mortar Requirements (e.g., compressive strength, workability)
Specified Compressive Strength (MPa)
Curing Method Specified?
Notes on potential impact of environmental conditions (temp, humidity) on resin/mortar performance
Resin/Mortar Data Sheets
Joint Filling Procedure Documented?
Interface with Reinforcement & Embedded Items
Verification of proper spacing and clearance for reinforcement and embedded components.
Minimum Clearance from Formwork to Reinforcement
Maximum Reinforcement Spacing within Formwork
Formwork Penetration Method for Reinforcement (e.g., drilled, cut)
Notes/Details Regarding Reinforcement Positioning and Formwork Interaction
Supporting Documentation (e.g., reinforcement schedules, formwork details)
Was a clash detection performed for reinforcement and formwork?
If clash detection was performed, describe any clashes resolved and actions taken.
Constructability & Site Conditions
Considering practical construction aspects and potential site-specific challenges.
Describe site access constraints (e.g., limited crane radius, overhead obstructions).
Potential site hazards to consider (select all that apply):
Maximum allowable formwork overhang beyond supports (meters).
Describe any specific surface preparation requirements for the concrete pour.
Method for handling and placing formwork components (e.g., manual, crane assisted).
Planned date for formwork erection.
Describe any specific bracing requirements based on site conditions (wind, vibration).
Temporary Works Drawings & Documentation
Review of all relevant drawings, calculations, and specifications.
Formwork Design Calculations
Temporary Works Drawings (Formwork Layout, Elevations, Sections)
Design Software Used
If 'Other' Design Software Used, Please Specify:
Drawing Revision Number
Date of Last Drawing Revision
Document Review Status
Reviewer Signature
Regulatory Compliance & Standards
Confirmation of adherence to applicable codes and standards.
Applicable Building Code Version
Relevant Standards Applied (Select all that apply)
Permit Status
Record of Deviations/Exceptions to Standard Practice
Permit Documentation
Revision Number of Design Standards
Date of Last Standard Review
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