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Quality
Management
Digital Photography Procedure
(Construction/Office)
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Quality Management
Digital Photograph Procedure
(Construction)
Purpose
 Photo documentation of as-built conditions is an important part of project specific
Quality Management.
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While it may not be practical to photo every detail or inspected item, it is possible
to provide representative photo documentation for each phase of a project.
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By taking photo’s on a frequent and regular basis and organizing them logically
as well as labeling them accurately, a complete record can be assembled that will
document that specific assemblies comply with project requirements and meet
Samet Corporation Quality expectations.
Where
 All Samet Corporation projects
Responsibilities
Quality Manager
 Ensure that all projects have a sufficient number of digital cameras. Cameras
should be of quality equal to a minimum of 5 MP and have sufficient memory.
 Determine and supply software for filing and sharing.
 Instruct personnel in the use of cameras and software.
 Set policies and ensure jobs have an acceptable filing system.
 Monitor job file labeling to ensure ease of accessibility.
 Take photos as required.
Camera distribution
The following personnel will be issues digital cameras as needed.
 Project Manager
 Project Superintendent
 Assist Superintendent
 Project Engineer
 Specified support position on specified projects
File Set Up
Pre-construction Administrator
 Set P drive folders simultaneously with Job Folders
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Pre-construction photos
Photos should be taken prior to mobilization to document existing conditions prior to
starting work.
The following is a representative list of subjects to photo prior to construction
 Sidewalks, curb and paving.
 Trees and existing vegetation.
 Drainage structures.
 Existing site utilities such as power, lighting, data, telephone, water, sewer.
 Adjacent properties and structures.
Construction Photos
Photos should be taken regularly of all critical assemblies
The following is a representative list of subjects to photo during construction. Project
teams may add any additional photography they deem necessary.
 Regular overall site progress pictures
 Site underground connections such as high pressure water mains and risers, storm
drain box connections, etcetera.
 Foundation and slab pre-pour conditions and specialty details.
 Sub-grade water proofing.
 Balcony and deck waterproofing assemblies
 Bath and shower assemblies, including wet walls in bathrooms.
 Drywall partitions after MEPS rough in, prior to closure.
 Drywall blocking assemblies.
 Exterior wall and cladding assemblies including waterproofing, sealants and
flashings.
 Exterior window and door assemblies. Pans and sealants.
 Concealed rating assemblies.
 Framing assemblies such as structural connections and structural elements such as
plates and specialty connectors.
 Confirming any pre-closure inspections.
 Non-conforming work subsequent to corrective actions.
 Roof assemblies prior to roofing installation.
 Site grades prior to landscaping and post landscaping.
Digital photography Techniques
 Take photos on a regular basis
 Make sure the auto date is turned on if capable
 Carry your camera with you at all times
 Be sure to take pictures from several different viewpoints and use them each time
 If the scale may not be clear, use a tape measure in the picture as a reference.
 Record notes that correspond to the picture as they are taken. Don’t wait to file.
 Download and name pictures starting with date for easy reference. Transfer them
immediately with notes on file that corresponds with a given picture for future
use.
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1. Preconstruction – Photos of pre-existing conditions and surrounding
buildings prior to any work activity.
 Existing site conditions
 Adjacent properties
 Roads and curbs
2. Progress Photos – General pictures from different locations of overall
construction. Use various and consistent locations.
 Aerial photos
 Perimeter photos
 General structure
3. Site work and Utilities – Grading operation showing grade changes and
compaction processes. All connections of storm water and pressure lines. Be
specific on box connections, pressure joints, turns and risers.
 Grading operation
 Erosion control
 Unsuitable soils
 Storm water
 Utility lines and connections
4. Foundations and Building Underground - Pre-pour foundations including
reinforcing. Steel anchorage. Plumbing and electrical underground. Slab on
grade immediately prior to pour showing any reinforcing and vapor barriers.
 Foundation & Reinforcing
 Slab underground
 Slab reinforcing and vapor barrier
5. Building Envelope – Building exterior framing, vapor barrier, wall ties,
flashing, window and door openings pre, during and post installation
including pan and drainage features. Roof installation including insulations,
joint construction, terminations, roof curbs and finishes. Show confirmation of
flashings at any high wall connections.
 Structural framing
 Vapor barrier
 Flashing & penetrations
 Wall ties
 Window/door
 Roofing
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6. Interior Partitions and Rough in – Interior framing and anchorage. Wall
plumbing, mechanical, electrical rough in, blocking and any specialties. Be
specific in water-wall and high moisture areas.
 Wall framing and blocking
 Dampers
 In-wall rough in
 Wet walls
7. Overhead – All above ceiling work including mechanical, electrical,
plumbing, steel supports. Include damper and fire rated assemblies.
 Mechanical
 HVAC Dampers
 Fire proofing
 Electrical
 Fire sprinkler
8. Equipment – Mechanical, electrical and plumbing equipment with
connections. Photograph tags with serial and model numbers.
 Electrical
 Mechanical
 Plumbing
 Specialties
9. Finishes – Cabinets, flooring and any finish items at the close of the project.
Include photos of the finished product from different viewpoints.
 Cabinets
 Toilet partitions
 Flooring
 Walls
 Ceilings
 Furnishings
 Equipment
10. Change orders & Back charges – Confirmation of damages by sub-contract
or owner personnel or actions. Pictures of specific damages as backup to
written notifications. Photos must be properly labeled.
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