Digital Photography Procedure
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
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
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Digital Photography Procedure
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 patricians 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 for easy reference. Transfer them immediately with notes on file that corresponds
with a given picture for future use.
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Digital Photography Procedure
Filing System:
Supply server capacity to support company wide program.
Supply step by step instruction of how to simply download photos directly to final location from field
and office computers. (Fill in instructions above)
Proposed path.Shared/p/jobs/ (job folders) / job file folders.
1. Preconstruction – Photos of preexisting conditions and surrounding buildings prior to any
work activity.
2. Progress Photos – General pictures from different locations of overall construction. Use
various and consistent locations.
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.
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.
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.
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.
7. Overhead – All over ceiling work including mechanical, electrical, plumbing, steel supports.
Include damper and fire rated assemblies.
8. Equipment – Mechanical, electrical and plumbing equipment with connections. Photograph
tags with serial and model numbers.
9. Finishes – Cabinets, flooring and any finish items at the close of the project. Include photos
of the finished product from different viewpoints.
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