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Checklist for Nuclear Density Testing

Project:

Doc No:

Contract No:

Rev No:
Date:
Confirm/Reject (Y/N)

Operator "certified" to operate the instrument and acquainted with all the safety precautions.

Confirm the log-book has been completed every time the gauge has been, and is, removed from its storage facility.

3
4

All transport radiation labels are placed on the transport vehicle when transporting the gauge.
The gauge source is locked in the shielded or off position.

5
6

The emergency procedures in case of an accident, and the relevant emergency telephone numbers, are available.
The shutter mechanism is thoroughly cleaned.

7
8

The battery is fully charged.

The gauge is locked in its shipment box when not in use.

The following documents are with the gauge:

a.
Monthly standard counts log-book

10

11
12

13

b.
c.
d.

Operational manual
Compliance certificate (12 months)
Leak test results (certified)

e.
f.

Authorisation to operate the nuclear gauge

Authority to possess a nuclear gauge issued by the Department of Health

The following must be carried out before the operation of any count:
a.
Gauge is in the correct test mode.
b.
c.

All offsets have been disabled.

Correct depth measurement has been selected.

d.

Correct time duration of the count has been selected (4 minutes for standard count, 1 minute for field count).

e.
f.

Materials MDD and OMC are entered into the gauges memory.
Area is cordoned off with appropriate signage.

g.

Gauge is warmed-up for 20 minutes (or according to the manufactures instructions), before operation to allow the regulators and
detectors to stabilise. Source rod should be in the safe position at all times during the warm-up period.

Gauge should be at least 10 m away from any other nuclear device, and at least 3 m away from other objects, to prevent external
factors influencing the measurements.
The following is ensured during pre-drilling of the hole to accommodate the source probe and during insertion of the source probe into
the hole:
a.
Hole is vertical, or the gauge will not seat properly causing inaccurate test results.
b.
c.

The pre-drilled hole is 50 mm deeper than the desired depth to be tested.

The drill rod does not vibrate when it is hammered into the test material.

d.
e.

The guide plate is seated level on the surface of the layer to be tested.
The source probe rests snugly against the hole wall before a count is taken.

The following checks are carried out before commencing with the count:
a.
All offsets are disabled.
b.
c.
d.

Correct standard density for the material has been entered.

Gauge is in the correct mode.
Correct depth of measurement has been selected.

e.
f.

Correct time for the duration of the count has been selected.
Testing is done as soon as possible after final compaction ( 24 hours).

g.
h.

No testing in rainy or wet conditions, or directly on saturated layers.

Surface of the layer to be tested is level, smooth and free from voids.

i.
j.

Shutter mechanism is thoroughly cleaned.

Handle of the source rod engages properly into the catch position for the different positions of measurements.

k.

Bottom of the gauge does not stand proud of the level surface of the test area due to excessive wear of the base of the gauge
(rocking).
Only half the counts are received due to faulty detector tube, or only one is functioning.

l.
m.
n.
o.
p.

Detector tubes out of alignment due to excessive bumping of the gauge.

Voltage low, or voltage module is broken, leading to the recording of the incorrect quantity of counts detected by the detector
tubes.
Incorrect count ratio due to excessive source decay, or standard count determined in a cold state, i.e., gauge not sufficiently
warmed-up.
Source probe or rod depth divisions out of alignment.
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Checklist for Asphalt Paving (Page
Project:
Contract No:
1

Doc No:
Rev No:
Date:

Paver
a. Truck Pushing Rollers
i. Clean
ii. Free Running
b. Hopper
i. Are sides reasonably smooth
ii. Does side tilt mechanism work properly
iii. Are rubber skirts in good condition
iv. Do feed control gates work smoothly
v. Are feed conveyors in good condition

c.

Flights
Bed (no holes)
Chains, conditions and tension
Screed Unit
i. Are pivots free running
ii. Are screed plates smooth and flat
iii. Is bevel on tamper bars to specification
iv. Are tamper bars straight
v. Is clearance between tamper bars and screed correct
Note: Clearance (mm)
vi. Is protrusion of tamper bar below screed correct
Note: Protusion (mm)
vii. Is gap between tamper bars and screed clean
viii. Are crown controls for screed working smoothly
ix. Is locking system for crown control adequate
x. Is screed inclination set correctly
Note: Turnbuckle gauge reading:
Actual
xi. Are augers in good condition and tight on shaft
xii. Are the centre auger flights reversed
xiii. Are augers set at correct height:
Actual
xiv. If telescope screed is fitted:

Do parts move smoothly

Do wings form a smooth continuation of main screed without steps
Are spreader screws extensions in good condition
Are tamper bar extensions to specification and is clearance between tamper
Do tamper bar extensions protrude the correct distance below the screed
xv. If screed is not telescopic:
Are there sufficient extension boxes
Are screed, tamper bars, spreader screws in good condition
Does extension form a continuation of main screed unit without steps
Are tamper bars and screed correctly set relative to each other
Do extensions to spreader screws attach tightly to main section
xvi. Are screed heater burners working properly

xvii. Does screed control at working platform work correctly

xviii. Attachments
Are side cut-off plates free to move
Is joint matcher securely attached to chassis
Is joint matcher in good condition
Is mounting for travelling straight edge securely attached to chassis
Is travelling straight edge free to slide on its mounting
Is travelling straight edge correct length
Are shoes on straight edge free to move
Is tensioning winch in good condition
Is sensor unit working
Are tyre pressure and ballast correct
Note pressure
kPa
ballast
Are solid tyres on small wheels clean and intact
Check for fuel, oil hydraulic leaks
Is guide chain arm free to move in chassis

Checklist for Asphalt Paving (Page

2

Aggregates
a. Is there sufficient stockpile area
b. Is the material in each stockpile pile uniform
Stockpile (Size of aggregate)

Uniform Yes/No

Hot Storage for Binder

a. Is capacity sufficient for the programmed rate of production
Capacity (t)
Estimated daily demand (t/day)
b. Are tanks fitted with automatic temperature recording systems
c. If a modified binder is used, are the blending facilities and methods appropriate to ensu
properties
d. Is heating thermostatically controlled
e. Is there a warning system for variation in temperatures
f. Is binder circulated in tank and between tank and mixer
g. Are supply pipes lagged
h. Is there a level indicator
i. Are sampling points to specification
Cold feed bins
a. Are methods of controlling rate of feed operating smoothly
b. Are these controls accurate
c. Are precautions available to prevent spill over
d. Is there an adequate warning system if rate of feed alters
e. Is there an efficient interlock between cold feed and binder feed
f. Are fine aggregate feeds susceptible to arching
g. Is there a method of detecting and compensating for variations of moisture in the aggre
h. Has contractor calibrated rates against RPM of belt pulley
Mixing Plant
a. Is rated capacity sufficient for the programmed rate of laying
Rate Capacity
t/h
Required Capacity
b. Are the proposed heating fuel and burners compatible
c. Is the method of control of the fuel/air mixture adequate
d. Are burners clean and nozzles to specification
e. Are drum rollers correctly set and in good conditions
f. Are drum flights in good conditions
g. Are binder spray bar and nozzles clean and in accordance with specification
h. Can position of spray bar be altered so as to control filler in mix and can adjustments be
i.

Method of determining temperatures of binder at plant: Is this adequate and are the res

j.

Temperature controls of aggregate and final mix: Are these adequate and are the result

k. Is the plant fitted with suitable filler feed to allow accurate control of the filler content
Emission Control
a. Type:
....................................
.....................
....................................
.....................
b. Is dust collector matched to capacity of mixer
c. Method used to return a portion of the recovered fines to the mix

d. Method used for the disposal of unwanted fines

e. Do emissions from the stack comply with Act 45 of 1965 (as amended)
Buffer Storage
a. Is this of adequate capacity
b. Is this properly lagged
c. Do discharge gates operate smoothly
Elevator between Mixer and Buffer Store
a. Are buckets in good condition
b. Are chains and cables in good conditions
Steel Wheel Rollers
a. Are edges of rollers in good condition
b. Is change of direction smooth (no backlash)
c. Is roller properly ballasted (Record mass and position)
Mass
t
d. Do wheel spray bars give a uniform cover on wheels
e. Are wheel-cleaning mats in good condition
f. Are scrapers in good condition and set
g. Check for oil, fuel and hydraulic leaks
i. Do brakes work
j. Is reversing smooth

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Pneumatic Rollers
a. Are tyres in good condition

i. Is there a variable pressure system for tyre pressure. If so, is it working, and is pr
ii. Are all tyre pressures uniform.
Note tyre pressures
b. Are rollers properly ballasted
(Record mass and position)
Roller 1: Mass
Roller 2: Mass
e. Are spray bars working uniformly
f. Are cleaning pads in good condition
g. Check for fuel, oil and hydraulic leaks
11 Hand Tools, etc
a. Straight edge: Is it clean and straight
b. Rakes and shovels: Are they clean and in good condition
c. Are thermometers available:
Number
12 Haulage Vehicles
a. Are the basins clean
b. Do tailgates open and close properly
c. Are load covers fitted
d. Are vehicles free from fuel, oil and hydraulic leaks
e. Does tipping gear work
f. Registration numbers of vehicles
Comments

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st for Asphalt Paving (Page 1 of 3)

Confirm/
Reject (Y/N)

ed correct
Specified Clearance (mm)

0.05

Specified Protusion (mm)

0.05

rect

an
thly
e
Specified

aft
Specified

f main screed without steps

condition
ion and is clearance between tamper and screed correct
correct distance below the screed

ws in good condition
main screed unit without steps
et relative to each other
h tightly to main section

k correctly

assis

securely attached to chassis

on its mounting
h
e

nd intact

sis

Specified

st for Asphalt Paving (Page 2 of 3)

Uniform Yes/No

Conformance to design grading

roduction
Estimated daily demand (t/day)
ing systems
ies and methods appropriate to ensure a uniform product with the required

ures
mixer

moothly

d alters
d binder feed

or variations of moisture in the aggregates

pulley

e of laying
t/h
ble
quate

Required Capacity

t/h

ns

rdance with specification

ol filler in mix and can adjustments be easily made

lant: Is this adequate and are the results visible to the operator

Are these adequate and are the results available to the operator

ccurate control of the filler content

nes to the mix

1965 (as amended)

ition)

ls

Position

st for Asphalt Paving (Page 3 of 3)

pressure. If so, is it working, and is pressure gauge working and visible to driver

kPa

t
t

Position
Position

ndition
Size

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Checklist for Asphalt Visuals
Project:

Doc No:

Contract No:

Rev No:

Confirm/ Reject (Y/N)

Date:
Segregated Areas
Surface Condition

Fatty Areas
Contamination (oil or diesel spills)
Longitudinal: "Cut-back" and tacked

Condition of Joints
Transverse: "Cut-back" and tacked
Comments

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Checklist for Stone Seals (Page 1 of 3)
Project:
Contract No:
1

Doc No:
Rev No:
Date:
Pre-treatment done, waiting periods and QA complete
a.
Crack sealing
b.
Edge break repair
c.
Surfacing patching
d.
Base patching
e.
Functional patching
f.
Rut filling
g.
Texture treatment
h.
Fog spray
Road Surface
a.
Road surface
b.
Is surface to be sealed clean
c.
Is edge line of spray properly demarcated
d.
Vegetation at edges cleared
e.
Surface clean: no dust, mud, droppings, oil, etc.
Spray lanes demarcated with fibre rope
a.
Straight 15 m pinned
b.
Curves 2-3 m pinned
c.
Measured from centre line
d.
Joint positions not under wheel tracks or yellow line (offset 200 mm)
e.
Reinforced paper at transverse joints
Traffic accommodation and safety
a.
Road signs in place
b.
Cones, delineators, barricades positions and spacing
c.
Flagmen
i.
ii.
iii.
d.
Stop-go setup and communications/standby
e.
Safety & protective clothing
f.
Dust control (deviations)
g.
Standby traffic light system
h.
Double traffic on new seal (due to half-width construction)
Weather limitations applicable to binder and seal to be applied
a.
Past 24 hours minimum temperature check
b.
Weather forecast: temperature, rain and wind
c.
Look up
d.
Air temperature
e.
Surface temperature (at different positions)
f.
Aggregate temperature
g.
Wind
h.
Base moisture/existing surface wet (glass plate test?)
Aggregate

a.
Clean and uncontaminated
b.
Pre-coating uniform
c.
Pre-coating dry
Binder
a.
Has correct binder type been delivered
b.
Is there a manufacturers certificate
c.
Are there any test results supplied
d.
Date of dispatch of load
DD/MM/YYYY
e.
Storage period complies with specification
f.
Binder temperature

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8

Distributor
a.
Valid certificate
Expiry date
DD/MM/YYYY
< 12 months old
b.
Pump Serial No.
Matches certificate
c.
Spray Bar No.
Matches certificate
d.
Dipstick No.
Matches certificate
e.
Are their oil leaks
f.
Are there binder leaks
g.
Is spray bar height uniform and correct (checked as per SAPEM)
h.
Are nozzles of uniform type
i.
Are nozzles correctly aligned
j.
Are fishplates in place at ends
k.
Is reinforced paper available
l.
Has tray test been carried out
m.
Is variation within 5%
Chip Spreader
a.
Spreader width
m
Correct?
b.
Do gates move freely when hopper is loaded
c.

10

11

Does charging hopper move easily across spreader when loaded and on an adverse cambe

d.
Are agitator prongs in good condition
e.
Are planks available to allow wheels to travel on hot mix
f.
Are 1 m canvas sheets available
g.
Is 15 or 20 kg spring balance available
h.
Check for fuel and oil leaks. Is spreader free of leaks
i.
Are rollers of distribution bins worn
j.
Are conveyor belts in good condition
k.
Are gates of the bins uniform and adjusted correctly
l.
During dry run is chip application uniform
m.
During dry run is chip application accurate
n.
Is there a chip spreader on stand by
Steel Wheel Roller
a.
Are edges of roller in good condition
b.
Is change of direction smooth (no backlash)
c.
Is roller properly ballasted (record mass and position)
Roller 1: Mass
t
Position
Roller 2: Mass
t
Position
d.
Do wheel spray bars give a uniform cover on wheels
e.
Are wheel cleaning mats in good condition
f.
Are scrapers in good condition and set
g.
Check for oil, fuel and hydraulic leaks. Is roller free of leaks
h.
Do brakes work
i.
Is reversing smooth
Pneumatic Rollers
a.
Are tyres in good condition
b.
Is there a variable pressure system for tyre pressure
c.
If so, is it working and is pressure gauge working and visible to driver
d.
Are all tyre pressures uniform
Note tyre pressures
kPa
Ok?

e.

12

13

Is roller properly ballasted (record mass and position)

Roller 1: Mass
Roller 2: Mass
Trucks and Loader
a.
Are there sufficient trucks for production rate
b.
Are they in good condition; no oil leaks, etc.
Brooms
a.
Are the rotary brooms in good condition
b.
If required, is the Z broom in good condition
c.
Is there sufficient labour with hand brooms

t
t

Position
Position

Checklist for Stone Seals (Page 2 of 3)

Comments

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st for Stone Seals (Page 1 of 3)

complete

etc.

ow line (offset 200 mm)

spacing

construction)
seal to be applied

te test?)

Confirm/ Reject (Y/N)

MM/YYYY
Complies?

st for Stone Seals (Page 2 of 3)

< 12 months old
Matches certificate
Matches certificate
Matches certificate

ked as per SAPEM)

eader when loaded and on an adverse camber

on hot mix

of leaks

orrectly

position)

wheels

er free of leaks

ressure
king and visible to driver

position)

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Checklist for Primes
Project:

Doc No:
Rev No:

Contract No:

Confirm/ Reject (Y/N)

Date:
Completed
Base preparation

According to specification
Cured
Within time limit for stabilized base
Granular base < 50% of OMC
Cleaned
Dampened

Spray preparation

String lines
Joint paper
No wet prime
Binder
- Correct type
- Stored temperature
- Spray temperature

Materials: Sampling, testing

and specifications

- Properties
Aggregate
- Blinding for excess removal
- Blinding for traffic accommodation
- Treatment of wet areas before seal
- Aggregate properties
Misty or wet conditions
Rain threatening

No go environmental
conditions

Equipment condition checks

Strong wind blowing that would cause an uneven application

Temperature of the road surface dropped below 20 C before priming (10
C in case of MC-10 or emulsion)
After sunset
Binder distributor
Water sprinkler
Rotary broom
Other equipment

Application rate

Trial confirmation
Effective width

After care

Traffic off
Dry before sealing
Blinded for traffic accommodation

Comments

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Checklist for Crushed Stone Base
Project:

Doc No:
Rev No:

Contract No:

Confirm/ Reject
(Y/N)

Date:
1

Before Start of Activities

a.
b.

Confirm material quality and properties with laboratory before placing on site
Confirm water quality to be used during mixing

c.
d.

Confirm correct grading as per specification

e.
f.

Inspect dumped material on preparatory section for any deleterious material

Inspect layer and evaluate effectiveness of pre-shaping, i.e., quantities vs layer thickness required
(Refer to Standard Specifications for preparation of material)
Check temperature and wind speed for current and forecast conditions
PPE equipment (masks, gloves, shoes protection wear) available

g.
h.
2

Processing
a.
Ensure and evaluate moisture content of mixed material (preferably 1 or 2% over OMC)
b.

Confirm correct compaction equipment on site (grid, smooth and 3-point roller/oscillating roller)

Compaction
a. Check density as compaction increases
b.
c.

Inspect underlying surface. To be in good condition and not damaged either mechanically or by rain

Monitor compaction process to avoid under or over compaction

Monitor compaction process to avoid under or over vibrating material

Slushing
a. Check slushing equipment for condition and effectiveness
- Rotary broom
- Smooth drum roller
- Water cart (spreading ability)

b.
c.

Monitor slushing sequence and process as described in Standard Specifications

d.
e.

Inspect surface to check rolled smoothly and not rolled out of shape
Sample final surface after slushing for Indicator tests (grading and PI) and AD-CS (Apparent Density)

f. Carry out density testing at 50 mm intervals and record

Curing and Finishing
a.
b.
c.
d.
e.

Inspect finished surface for tight fit closely knit mosaic pattern, free from excess fines

Take levels on completed surface and evaluate against specification

Check density obtained against specification
Check grading against specified target grading and grading envelope, refer to Standard
Specifications
Approve or reject layer accordingly, as per statistical judgement plan
Monitor layer drying process (should be 50% below OMC at 100 mm depth)

f. Record moisture contents before applying prime

Trial Sections
a.
The above steps should be followed prior to production processing as part of a trial section
b.

During production mixing, the same checking procedures as above should be applied

Comments

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Checklist for Chemical Stabilization
Project:

Doc No:

Contract No:

Rev No:
Date:

Before start of activities

a.

b.

Inspect layer and evaluate effectiveness of pre-shaping, i.e., quantities vs layer thickness required. (Refer
to Standard Specifications for preparation of material)
Material should be damp

c.
d.

Make sure all oversize material is removed or crushed to maximum size required
Pre shaped material should be in a fairly smooth rideable condition

e. Check temperature and wind speed for current and forecast conditions
f. PPE equipment (masks, gloves, shoes protection wear) available
Before spreading of stabilizer (pockets)
a.
b.

Confirm/ Reject
(Y/N)

Confirm cement quality and type of cement specified

Count pockets against square meter vs percentage stabiliser required
i.e., L x W x D x MDD x %stabiliser x compaction required = kg/m3

(divided by 50 = pockets required)

c. Count pockets per m2 after spacing at correct intervals
Before spreading of stabilizer (mechanical spreader)
a.

Collect and inspect weighbridge ticket from spreader supplier

b.
c.

Check pressure gauges on spreader tanks are at required setting

Place square meter mats at pre-determined intervals to weigh the cement after spreading

d.

Check hand scale for correctness and calibration

During stabilisation
a. Check speed of spreader during application by mechanical spreader, by weighing each mat against
calculated weight for cement content
b. Check type of compaction equipment and mixing equipment for suitability and effectiveness
c.
d.

Ensure laboratory is notified for taking UCS, MDD and Indicator samples
Monitor specified mixing time against type of stabilising agent (see Standard Specifications)

e.

No traffic allowed on freshly compacted surface

Compaction
a. Do nuclear tests to determine density (including calibration of testing equipment)
b. Sample material for laboratory testing before final compaction
Finishing and curing
a. Take levels on completed surface and evaluate against specification
b.
c.

Check curing method applied and ensure constant moist surface to avoid carbonation
Check density obtained from nuclear gauge against specification and specified statistical judgement plan

d.
e.

Check laboratory obtained strengths for UCS and ITS

Check Indicator Test results obtained from laboratory against specification and specified statistical
judgement plan
Approve or reject layer accordingly

f.
Comments

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Checklist for In Situ Recycling with BSM
Project:
Contract No:
1

Confirm/ Reject
(Y/N)

Rev No:
Date:

Recycler
a.
b.

Doc No:

Is recycler model appropriate for depth to be worked (Manufacturers limits)

Is recycler in good condition

c. Is the drum fitted appropriate for recycling

d. Are all picks in good condition and present
Tankers
a.
b.

Does tanker have the correct stabilising agent

Are there sufficient water tankers for production rate

c.
d.

Do bitumen tankers contain the correct grade of bitumen/emulsion

Are they fitted with dipsticks

e.
f.

Is binder at correct temperature

Are supply pipes properly lagged

Temperature

g. Are all pipes fully bled

Steel Wheel Rollers
a.
b.

Are edges of rollers in good condition

Is change of direction smooth (no backlash)

c.

Are rollers properly ballasted

Mass

d.
e.

Do rollers have variable amplitude/frequency settings

Settings used for trial:

f.

Passes No.
Passes No.
Are wheel cleaning mats in good condition

g.
h.

Are scrapers in good condition and set

Check for oil, fuel and hydraulic leaks

i.
j.

Do brakes work
Is reversing smooth

Position

Amplitude
Frequency

Pneumatic Rollers
a. Are tyres in good condition
b.
c.

Is there a variable pressure system for tyre pressure

If so, is it working and is pressure gauge working and visible to driver

d.

Are all tyre pressures uniform

Note tyre pressures

Is roller properly ballasted (record mass and position)

Mass
t
Process
a. Is the number of cuts for the total width defined

kPa

e.

b.
c.
d.

Is the width of overlap for each longitudinal joint defined

Is the length of cut (i.e., when train should return for adjacent cut) defined
Is there sufficient volume of imported material for planned production

e.
f.

Is there sufficient bitumen/emulsion for planned production

Is there sufficient water for planned production
Is outer edge of 1st cut clearly demarcated

g.
h.

To ensure correct grading, is rotation speed of drum defined

RPM

i.

To ensure correct grading, is forward speed of recycler defined

m per minute

j.
k.

Is moisture content of recycled material as per spec

Is application of cement in front of train as per spec

%
kg/m2

l.
m.

Is grading of milled material similar to design material

Is depth of cut on both sides of drum uniform as per specification

n.

Is final product completed within the allowable time period

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Checklist for In Situ Recycling with BSM-Foamed Bitumen
Project:
Contract No:
Machine ID:
1

Doc No:
Rev No:
Date:

Recycler (Start of shift)

a.
Check the bitumen system heaters are operational
b.
c.

Check the temperature of the road surface (digital thermometer)

Check that the foam-water tank is full

d.
e.

Remove and clean the foam-water filter

Remove and clean the bitumen filter

f.

Lift machine / lower drum / open chamber doors for visual inspection
Check:
All foamed bitumen nozzles clear

g.

All water injection nozzles clear

Check each expansion chamber for blockages using pre-water function
Switch #
1
Nozzle #
1&3
Note any blockages:

2
2&4

3
5&7

h.
i.

Obtain loading / weighbridge certificate for bitumen tanker

Calculate cut lengths / finalise cut plan (with the operator)

j.

Reset the on-board computer, enter data and check

Density

4
6&8

Cut depth

Bitumen application rate

Application width
2

Foam water

Setting up the Recycling Train (Each new cut / tanker load)

a.
Check cut guideline and position recycler on first cut
b.
c.

Check bitumen temperature in tanker (loading hatch)

Check bitumen tanker for leaks. Crack valve, check for cold plug

d.
e.

Check water tanker is full and free of leaks

Couple up bitumen tanker and bleed air from system

f.
g.

Check that the bitumen foams using test nozzle

Couple up water tanker and bleed air from system

h.
i.
j.

Check all supply lines and feed pipes for leaks

Confirm cut plan / check computer settings and nozzle closure
Check solenoid lights controlling spraybars / nozzle closure

k.
l.

Close front and rear doors. Lower recycling drum to cut depth
Lift drum and measure temperature of material on cut face

m.
Comments

Roller in place, Drivers ready. Level control team standing by

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Signature

Date

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5
9 & 11

6
10 & 12

7
13 & 15

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Checklist for In Situ Recycling with BSM-Emulsion Bitumen
Project:

Doc No:
Rev No:

Contract No:
Machine ID:
1

Date:
Recycler (Start of shift)
a. Check the bitumen emulsion system has been flushed
b. Check the temperature of the road surface (digital thermometer)
c.

Lift machine / lower drum / open chamber doors for visual inspection
Check:

All foamed bitumen nozzles clear

All water injection nozzles clear

d.
e.

Obtain loading / weighbridge certificate for bitumen tanker

Calculate cut lengths / finalise cut plan (with the operator)

f.

Reset the on-board computer, enter data and check

Density

Cut depth

Emulsion application
Application width
rate (%)
2
Setting up the Recycling Train (Each new cut / tanker load)
a. Check cut guideline and position recycler on first cut
b. Check emulsion temperature in tanker (loading hatch)
c. Check emulsion tanker for leaks. Crack valve, check flow
d. Check water tanker is full and free of leaks
e. Couple up emulsion tanker and bleed air from system
f.
Couple up water tanker and bleed air from system
g. Check all supply lines and feed pipes for leaks
h. Confirm cut plan / check computer settings and nozzle closure
i.
Check solenoid lights controlling spraybars / nozzle closure
j.
Close front & rear doors. Lower recycling drum to cut depth
k. Lift drum and measure temperature of material on cut face
l.
Roller in place, drivers ready. Level control team standing by
Comments

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Checklist for In Plant Treatment with BSM-Foamed Bitumen
Project:
Contract No:
Machine ID:
1

Doc No:
Rev No:
Date:

Mixing Plant (Start of shift)

a. Check the bitumen system heaters are operational
b. Check the temperature of the material stockpiles
c. Check that the water tank is full
d. Remove and clean the foam-water filter
e. Remove and clean the bitumen filter
f.
Aggregate feed bins. Check for material packing / blockages
Setting
Bin # 1. Material:
Setting
Bin # 2. Material:
g. Check the active filler bin and auger feed system
h. Open pugmill hatch and visually inspect for blockages
Check: all foamed bitumen nozzles clear
all water injection nozzles clear
i.
Check each expansion chamber for blockages using pre-water function
Nozzle #
1
2
3
4
Note blockages:
j.
k.
l.

Obtain loading / weighbridge certificate for bitumen tanker

Check delivery conveyor is clean and running free
Reset the computer, enter data and check
Material density
Active filler
Application rate
Bitumen application rate
Foam water
2
Setting up the Plant for Mixing (Each new batch / tanker load)
a. Check bitumen temperature in tanker (loading hatch)
b. Couple up bitumen tanker and bleed air from system
c. Check that the bitumen foams using test nozzle
d. Water supply. Open valves and bleed air from system
e. Check all supply lines and feed pipes for leaks
f.
Check ancillary plant and equipment is ready for mixing
Comments

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Checklist for Concrete Paving (Page 1 of 2)

Project:
Contract No:
1

Doc No:
Rev No:
Date:

Aggregates
a. Do aggregate sizes conform to that approved in the design
b. Have stockpiles been constructed correctly
c. Are materials in stockpiles of uniform grading and quality
d. Is moisture content of fine aggregate stockpile consistent
Cement
a. Is the correct cement stored in silo
b. Are test certificates available
c. If cement extenders are used, is the method of blending approved
Admixtures
a. Does the admixture conform to the specifications
b. Is the admixture being stored correctly
c. If required, is the admixture being agitated prior to use
Batch Plant
a. Is the batch plant clean and in good working order
b. Are bins for storing aggregate separated adequately to avoid contamination
c. Have concrete slabs at base of bins been constructed according to the requirements, to
contamination
d. Have the batch plant scales been checked and calibrated
Certificate of Calibration
e. Has the accuracy of the scales been checked under dynamic conditions
Weigh full batches on weigh bridge and compare to batch plant print out
f. Do dials or digital read out return to zero after discharge of each batch
g. Do mixing blades have less than 10% wear
h. Is water-metering system accurate
i. Is add mixture dispenser operating correctly and accurately
j. Does size of batch and speed of rotation comply with manufacturers specifications
k. Is mixing time adequate to ensure a homogenous mix
m. Are bins of trucks clean and are correct protection measures in place during transport
Supporting Substrate Layer
a. Has the layer been wetted for a minimum of 1 hour before paving
b. Is the substrate surface clean of all debris and free water
c. Is there evidence of heaving in the layer
d. Has the layer been fully accepted according to specified criteria
Slipform Paving
a. Is paver in good condition with no oil leaks
b. Are power tracks clean
c. Are guide wires staked firmly in ground
d. Has position and level of guide wires been checked
e. Is track path clean, firm and level
i. Are sufficient canopies available for protection of paved concrete
Side Form Paving
a. Are paving machines in good condition with no oil leaks

b.
c.
d.
e.
f.
g.
h.
i.
j

Are side forms clean and in good repair

Are form faces perpendicular to the base
Are forms true to line and level
Are forms true in all directions ( < 3 mm in 3 m )
Are locks securely fastened
Are forms fixed securely to substrate
Is packing placed under forms adequate, and is mortar (1:3 cement/sand) packing flush
face
Have forms been oiled immediately prior to concrete placement
Are sufficient canopies available for protection of placed concrete

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Tie Bar Inserter

a. Are bars of correct diameter and length
b. Are inserters set at the correct distances from edge of pavement
c. Are the inserters set to the correct depth
d. Are there sufficient stocks available
Dowel Bar Inserter
a. Are the dowels of correct diameter and length
b. Are the dowels clean with sleeves properly fitted
c. Are the inserters set for the correct position and depth
d. Is there any excessive movement or lifting off the rails by the inserter during placement
e.

10

Are the inserted dowels, after compaction, within the allowable tolerances with regards t

parallel to the finished surface

to the centre line of the carriageway
to each other
Finishing, Texturing and Curing
a. Does the burlap drag conform to specification
b. Do the metal grooving tines conform to specifications
c. Are random spacings of tines correctly set
d. Is depth of texturing within specified tolerances
e. Are spray nozzles for curing compound clean
f. Are adequate protection measures available for spraying during windy conditions
g. Has the correct curing compound been supplied
h. Can the curing compound be continuously agitated during spraying

Comments

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(Y/N)

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Checklist for Block Paving
Project:
Contract No:

Doc No:
Rev No:

Confirm/ Reject
(Y/N)

Date:
1

Formation to receive paving

a.
b.

Levels
Area (particularly width)

c.
d.

Soft spots
Root growth requiring removal

e.
f.

Smoothness
Compaction

g. Services needing protection

Kerbing
a.
b.

Excavation
Levels

c. Alignment
Bedding sand
a.
b.
c.

Right type
Grading
Pre-compaction prevented

d.

Protection:

- Rain
- Strong winds

e. Thickness before compaction

Laying
a.
b.

Main axis of laying

Laying pattern

c.
d.

Infill blocks
Primary compaction

e.

Joint sand:

f.
g.
h.

Pre-compaction levels and smoothness

Secondary compaction
Damaged blocks

i.
j.

Finished levels
Joint widths

- Right type
- Grading

l. Tidy up site
Comments

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Checklist for Backfill to Structures
Project:
Contract No:

Structure:
Element:
Inspection No:

Doc No:

Drawing No.:
Quantity (m3):
Rev No:
Location:

Rev No:
Date:

Check by
Items to be checked

Foreman/Site Engineer
Initial

Date

Client's Rep
Initial

Date

Structure completion / approval

received
Approval of backfill material and
source
Compaction equipment agreed upon
Have maximum layer thicknesses
been demarcated on wall of
structure?
Backfill in layer thicknesses
prescribed
Density test rest from lab
acceptable (Attach result)
Approval of final level

Comments

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Checklist for Gabions
Project:

Section:
CH Start:
CH Finish:

Contract No:
Doc No:

Length
Inspection Request
No.:
Drawing No.:
Revision:

Rev No:
Date:

Items to be checked

Contractor
Initial

Date

Check by
Foreman/
Contractor
Initial
Date

Client's Rep
Initial

Correct Drawing Revision or as per REs instruction

Gabions: Material and Size Specification
Setting out Alignment/Position
Setting out Level
Excavations
Gabions Bedding
Mesh size: 80 mm x 100 mm
Minimum wire diameter: 2.7 mm
Mattresses, Standard size:
L=6 m;
W=2 m; Depth=0.2 m; 0.3 m or 0.5 m
Boxes, Standard size: L=1 m, 2 m, 3 m or 4 m; W=1 m;
Depth=0.3 m, 0.5 m or 1 m
Filter Fabric type. Filter fabric to have minimum 300 mm
overlap and to be fastened at joints
Stone/Rock size: ALD = 125 mm
Maximum stone size: 150 x 200 x 250 mm
Internal horizontal bracing wires at 330 mm vertical centers
wrapped around 2 mesh wires at the front and back (4 to
every 1 cube of fill)
Securely wire/lace along all the edges (top, bottom, sides and
at diaphragm points) and to all adjacent boxes/mattresses
before filling with rocks
Internal vertical bracing wire @ 330 mm where water falls
onto boxes and at mattresses (high water velocity)
End of lacing wire turned to the inside of the box/mattress
Vertical facing plumb and straight
Top level checked
Backfill/Soilcrete
Suitable for the next level basket
Comments

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Remarks

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Checklist for Earthworks Cut
Project:
Contract No:

Section:
Inspection Request No:

Doc No:

Chainage

Rev No:
Date:
Items to be checked

Drawing No.:
Slopes
Check by
Foreman/Site Engineer
Client's Rep
Initial

Date

Initial

Date

Latest Drawing revision used

Received approval of disposing
materials
Equipment inspection and approval
Is protection of services in place
Survey-natural ground level
recorded
Clear and grub approved
Stripping of topsoil approved
Survey: Setting out of profiles
Earthwork cut: Constantly checking
cut slops
Are undercuts identified
Temporary drainage: Maintenance
satisfactory
Survey payment line measured and
recorded
Formation level
Comments

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Checklist for Drainage Pipes
Project:
Contract No:

Section:

Doc No:

Orientation:
Inspection Request
No.:
Drawing No.:

Diameter:
Chainage:

Rev No:
Date:

Items to be checked

Contractor
Initial

Date

Revision:
Check by
Foreman/
Contractor
Initial
Date

Client's Rep
Initial

Latest drawing revision used

Piping material: Size and state
Setting out work: Alignment and level
Permission to excavate received
Excavate: Correct depth and width
Compaction of excavation floors
Density test done on excavation floors (attach lab
result)
Bedding material and thickness
Check that pipes are free from damage
Check seating of joints
Check joint seal, bidum and wrapping
Check wrapping overlaps
Check orientation and line
Check invert levels
Check connection into inlet and outlet structures
Repair to lifting holes and release to backfill
Comments

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Checklist for Concrete Side Drains
Project:
Contract No:
Doc No:
Rev No:
Date:
Items to be checked

Contractor
Initial

Date

Section:
Chainage:
Inspection Request
No.:
Drawing No.:
Revision:
Check by
Foreman/
Contractor
Initial
Date

Client's Rep
Initial

Position as per drawing

Levels checked
Contraction joints @ 2.5 m c/c
Contact area @ joints painted with bitumen
Expansion joints @ 30 m c/c
Excavation compacted to 93% MDD
Reinforcing: Welded steel fabric Ref 311
Saw cutting of pavement edge: Cut to full depth of
concrete: ___________ mm
Saw cutting in straight line
End shutters (traverse shutters) flush with surfacing
and back shutter
Back shutter in straight line
0.15 mm Polyethylene sheeting or inverted bitumen
emulsion to trimmed excavation surfaces
Approval obtained from Engineer to cast concrete
Concrete: Class 30/19
Concrete: Surface finish U2
Expansion joints sealed with specified product
Comments

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Date

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Remarks