Sub-base Preparation Checklist

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Site Clearance & Excavation

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Ensuring the site is clear of obstructions and excavated to the correct level for sub-base installation.

Existing Site Conditions Description

Excavation Depth (meters)

Excavation Depth Variance Allowed (meters)

Obstructions Removed (Select all that apply)

Details of Utility Location and Protection (if applicable)

Site Clearance Photos (Before)

Topsoil Stripping & Stockpiling - Method

Grading & Leveling

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Establishing the correct slope and level of the excavated area prior to sub-base placement.

Design Grade Elevation (m)

Existing Ground Level (m) - Average

Cut/Fill Depth (m) - Maximum

Leveling Method Used

Description of Leveling Procedure & Challenges Encountered

Grade Variance (m) - Maximum Acceptable

Surface Finish Required

GPS Coordinates of Leveling Points (Representative)

Geotextile Installation (if applicable)

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Proper installation of geotextile fabric for separation and filtration purposes.

Geotextile Type Specified?

Geotextile Material Specification (e.g., Manufacturer, Grade)

Geotextile Overlap Width (meters)

Overlap Orientation (as per specification)

Installation Method Used (e.g., Unrolled, Laid)

Check for Damage/Defects

Upload Photograph of Geotextile Installation

Area of Geotextile Installed (m²)

Sub-base Material Delivery & Storage

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Confirmation of correct material type, quantity, and proper on-site storage to prevent contamination.

Material Type Confirmation

Specify Material Type (if 'Other')

Delivery Quantity (in tons/cubic meters)

Delivery Ticket/Receipt

Material Condition Upon Delivery

Notes on Material Condition

Storage Location

Storage Protection Measures

Sub-base Material Placement

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Ensuring consistent material thickness and compaction during placement.

Sub-base Layer Thickness (inches)

Area of Sub-base Installation (sq ft)

Material Type Verification

Notes on Material Placement (e.g., specific issues, adjustments made)

Material Spread Consistency

Photo Evidence of Material Placement

Material Volume Placed (cu yd)

Date of Material Placement

Sub-base Compaction

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Achieving the required compaction levels according to project specifications.

Initial Compaction Test Result (Density)

Target Compaction Density (%)

Number of Passes with Compaction Equipment

Compaction Equipment Type

Notes on Compaction Process (e.g., moisture control, problem areas)

Moisture Content (%) at Time of Compaction

Did compaction achieve target density?

Attach Compaction Test Reports

Compaction Supervisor Signature

Quality Control & Testing

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Performing necessary tests to verify material properties and compaction levels.

Moisture Content (%)

Compaction Test Result (density ratio)

Particle Size Distribution - % Passing 75µm (Sieve)

Material Type Verified?

Grading Certificate Received?

Testing Date

Comments/Observations

Attach Test Report (PDF)

Final Inspection & Sign-off

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Verifying all requirements are met and obtaining sign-off for sub-base preparation.

Final Compaction Test Results (Proctor)

Final Level Variation (Maximum allowed)

Material Type Verified as per Specification?

Any Observed Issues or Deviations?

Inspection Date

Inspection Time

Inspector Signature

Sub-base preparation meets project requirements?

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