Specifications - State of Delaware

3.2 CONSTRUCTION OBSERVATION
A. Obtain and review design documents for overall design intent and the overall required system
configurations.
B. Obtain and review shop drawings and submittals for installation criteria and the required
construction details, as they support and further define the system’s features.
C. The Commissioning Agent shall make general inspections at the job site and shall review the
following for configuration, quality of construction, adherence to design requirements, and
conformance with shop drawings and submittal information.
a. Distribution systems/piping
1) Size and configuration
2) Fittings
3) Connections
4) Hangers and bracing
5) Materials per specifications
6) Check installation and placement of heads for compliance with NFPA 13 standards.
7) Verify that the proper type and temperature rating of sprinklers are installed (i.e.
institutional sprinklers in detention areas).
b. Controls
1) Components and configurations per shop drawings
2) Devices in proper locations
3) Wiring and/or pneumatic piping per specifications
4) Labeling and identification/all components, wiring, and piping
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