Structural Steel Alignment Checklist
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General Information
Basic project details and referencing documents for alignment verification.
Project Name
Drawing Revision Number
Inspection Date
Inspector's Name
Contractor
Weather Conditions
Reference Documents (e.g., Shop Drawings, Field Drawings)
Foundation/Base Plate Alignment
Verification of alignment between steel columns/beams and their supporting foundations/base plates.
Foundation Elevation Verification (mm)
Base Plate Levelness (mm)
Column-to-Base Plate Offset (X-Axis) (mm)
Column-to-Base Plate Offset (Y-Axis) (mm)
Base Plate Anchor Bolt Location Verification
Observations/Comments on Base Plate Alignment
Photo Documentation of Base Plate Alignment
Base Plate Surface Condition
Column Alignment
Checks related to column verticality, straightness, and alignment with grid lines.
Column Verticality (degrees from plumb)
Column Straightness (out-of-straightness, inches)
Column Position Relative to Grid Line (Left/Right/On)
Column Offset from Design Location (inches)
Column Alignment with Level Line (Above/Below/On)
Column Slope (inches per foot)
Notes on Column Alignment Deviations
Column Alignment Photo (before adjustment)
Column Alignment Photo (after adjustment)
Beam Alignment
Verification of beam levelness, straightness, and alignment with grid lines.
Beam Elevation Deviation (Max)
Beam Levelness Deviation (along length)
Beam Alignment with Grid Lines
Details of any Alignment Issues Found
Beam Straightness Visual Inspection
Measured Beam Length
Design Beam Length
Beam Wobble/Movement during measurement
Connection Alignment
Alignment checks specifically focusing on bolted and welded connections between structural members.
Bolt Hole Offset (Max)
Weld Length (Actual vs. Required)
Bolt Hole Alignment - Satisfactory?
Weld Quality - Visual Inspection
Detailed Notes on Connection Alignment Issues
Connection Alignment Photos
Connection Type
Bracing Alignment
Checks for proper alignment and plumbness of bracing members (diagonal and horizontal).
Diagonal Brace Verticality (Degrees)
Horizontal Brace Levelness (Degrees)
Brace Connection Type
Connection Inspection Status
Remarks/Observations Regarding Brace Alignment
Photographic Evidence of Brace Alignment
Brace Location (Grid Coordinates)
Roof Truss/Frame Alignment
Alignment verification for roof trusses and frames, including slope, levelness, and member alignment.
Truss/Frame Slope (Degrees)
Deviation from Design Slope (Degrees)
Maximum Allowable Deviation (Degrees)
Levelness of Top Chord (Within Tolerance?)
Chord Alignment Checks Completed?
Notes/Observations Regarding Alignment
Connection Bolt Tension Verified?
Supporting Photos/Documentation
Girder & Main Beam Alignment
Alignment checks for large girders and main beams, ensuring proper levelness and position.
Girder/Beam Elevation Check (at North end)
Girder/Beam Elevation Check (at South end)
Girder/Beam Levelness Variance (max allowed)
Girder/Beam Alignment Method Used
Detailed description of any corrections made (if applicable)
Girder/Beam Position Relative to Grid Line
Alignment Photos (pre and post correction)
Specific Location of Girder/Beam being checked (e.g., Grid Coordinates)
As-Built Verification & Documentation
Ensuring alignment records reflect actual conditions and are appropriately documented.
Summary of Alignment Verification Activities
Alignment Survey Data (PDF/CAD)
Total Number of Alignment Checks Performed
Were any alignment discrepancies found?
Detailed Description of Discrepancies (if any)
Corrective Actions Taken for Discrepancies
Date of As-Built Verification
Time of As-Built Verification
Inspector Signature
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