Structural Sheathing Fastening Checklist

Pre-Installation & Material Verification

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Checks performed before sheathing fastening begins to ensure correct materials and site conditions.

Sheathing Panel Width (ft)

Sheathing Panel Length (ft)

Sheathing Panel Type

Plywood

OSB

Waferboard

Other (Specify)

Sheathing Grade (if applicable)

Sheathing Exposure (if applicable)

Project Specifications for Sheathing Installation (notes)

Weather Conditions (Affecting Installation)

Clear

Rain

Snow

Windy

Other (Specify)

Other Pre-Installation Observations

Fastener Selection & Inspection

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Verification of fastener type, size, and condition to meet project specifications.

Fastener Type Specified in Plans?

Yes

Fastener Material (e.g., galvanized, stainless steel)

Galvanized

Stainless Steel

Other (Specify)

Fastener Length (inches)

Fastener Diameter (inches)

Fastener Head Type

Flat Head

Bugle Head

Other (Specify)

If 'Other' selected for Head Type, please specify:

Fasteners Corroded/Damaged?

Yes

If yes, describe damage:

Sheathing Layout & Support

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Ensuring proper sheathing placement and adequate framing support.

Panel Width Variation (Maximum)

Panel Length Variation (Maximum)

Sheathing Alignment with Framing

Parallel

Perpendicular

As per plans

Panel Support Spacing Verified?

Yes

Maximum Distance Between Panel Supports

Blocking Installed Per Plan?

Yes

N/A

Notes on Panel Support/Layout Deviations

Fastening Pattern & Spacing

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Verification of fastener density and spacing according to code and design requirements.

Sheathing Edge Distance (inches)

Fasterner Spacing (inches) - Field

Fasterner Spacing (inches) - Perimeter

Fasterner Pattern (e.g., Staggered, Uniform)

Uniform

Staggered

Minimum End Nail/Screw Spacing (inches)

Sheathing Type (affects spacing)

Plywood

OSB

Other

Notes on Fastener Pattern Deviations (if any)

Fastener Installation Quality

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Inspection of fastener installation to ensure proper embedment and avoid issues like overdriving or stripping.

Fascener Penetration Depth (inches)

Number of Overdriven Fasteners Observed

Number of Stripped Fastener Holes Observed

Sheathing Compression Assessment

Optimal

Slightly Compressed

Insufficient Compression

Detailed Observations of Fastener Installation Quality

Fastener Head Flatness

Satisfactory

Minor Dimpling

Significant Dimpling

Number of Fasteners with Visible Head Damage

Edge Distance & Blockage

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Verification of edge distances and proper blocking requirements.

Minimum Edge Distance from Sheathing End (inches)

Minimum Edge Distance from Corner (inches)

Sheathing Edge Blocking Required?

Yes

Spacing of Blocking (inches, center-to-center)

Blocking Material Type (if required)

2x4

2x6

Other

Details regarding blocking requirements (e.g., nailing schedule, span)

Edge Distance Verified Against Approved Plans?

Yes

Sheathing Edge Treatment

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Ensuring proper fastening and sealing of sheathing edges.

Edge Sealing Method?

Tape

Caulk

None

Other

If 'Other' edge sealing method specified, describe:

Edge Distance to Framing (inches)

Sheathing Edge Protection?

Yes

Description of Edge Protection (if applicable)

Photo Documentation of Edge Treatment

Documentation & Record Keeping

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Maintaining records of inspection results and corrective actions.

Inspection Date

Inspection Time

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Sheathing Panel Sequence Number

Observations & Comments

Compliance Status

Compliant

Non-Compliant

Partial Compliance

Pre-Installation & Material Verification

Sheathing Panel Width (ft)

Sheathing Panel Length (ft)

Sheathing Panel Type

Sheathing Grade (if applicable)

Sheathing Exposure (if applicable)

Project Specifications for Sheathing Installation (notes)

Weather Conditions (Affecting Installation)

Other Pre-Installation Observations

Fastener Selection & Inspection

Fastener Type Specified in Plans?

Fastener Material (e.g., galvanized, stainless steel)

Fastener Length (inches)

Fastener Diameter (inches)

Fastener Head Type

If 'Other' selected for Head Type, please specify:

Fasteners Corroded/Damaged?

If yes, describe damage:

Sheathing Layout & Support

Panel Width Variation (Maximum)

Panel Length Variation (Maximum)

Sheathing Alignment with Framing

Panel Support Spacing Verified?

Maximum Distance Between Panel Supports

Blocking Installed Per Plan?

Notes on Panel Support/Layout Deviations

Fastening Pattern & Spacing

Sheathing Edge Distance (inches)

Fasterner Spacing (inches) - Field

Fasterner Spacing (inches) - Perimeter

Fasterner Pattern (e.g., Staggered, Uniform)

Minimum End Nail/Screw Spacing (inches)

Sheathing Type (affects spacing)

Notes on Fastener Pattern Deviations (if any)

Fastener Installation Quality

Fascener Penetration Depth (inches)

Number of Overdriven Fasteners Observed

Number of Stripped Fastener Holes Observed

Sheathing Compression Assessment

Detailed Observations of Fastener Installation Quality

Fastener Head Flatness

Number of Fasteners with Visible Head Damage

Edge Distance & Blockage

Minimum Edge Distance from Sheathing End (inches)

Minimum Edge Distance from Corner (inches)

Sheathing Edge Blocking Required?

Spacing of Blocking (inches, center-to-center)

Blocking Material Type (if required)

Details regarding blocking requirements (e.g., nailing schedule, span)

Edge Distance Verified Against Approved Plans?

Sheathing Edge Treatment

Edge Sealing Method?

If 'Other' edge sealing method specified, describe:

Edge Distance to Framing (inches)

Sheathing Edge Protection?

Description of Edge Protection (if applicable)

Photo Documentation of Edge Treatment

Documentation & Record Keeping

Inspection Date

Inspection Time

Sheathing Panel Sequence Number

Observations & Comments

Compliance Status

Corrective Actions Required

Corrective Action Completion Date

Inspector Signature

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