Structural Steel Alignment Checklist

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General Information

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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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