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Building Inspection
guideline
July 2012
Building Construction Guideline 2012
REPUBLIC OF RWANDA RWANDA HOUSING AUTHORITY
Building Inspection
guideline
July 2012
Building Construction Guideline 2012
Building Construction Guideline 2012
Table of Contents
Chapter I.GENERALITIES............................................................................................. 7
I.1 INTRODUCTION............................................................................................... 7
II.1.6 Rain Water Escape Routes, Dumping Areas (Soil, Metals, Debris…),
Noise and Dust Control Measures.........................................................12
II.2 EARTHWORKS......................................................................................................12
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II.2.3 Embankment.....................................................................................13
II.2.5 Transportation..................................................................................14
III.1 FOUNDATION...........................................................................................15
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Faucets, Showerheads and Appliances...........................................24
VII.3.3 Fencing...........................................................................................26
Chapter VIII.LANDSCAPING..................................................................................... 27
Chapter IX.DEMOLITION..........................................................................................28
IX.1 SAFETY......................................................................................................28
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XI.10 Radiation Meter....................................................................................... 38
XI.12 Elcometer.................................................................................................40
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Chapter I. GENERALITIES
I.1 INTRODUCTION
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9° If possible, propose corrective measures for all detected defects and
faults after finding out the reasons for their occurrence
• Zoning regulations
• Building permits
• Approved plans
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I.2.5 Competency of the Inspector
For competency and ethical reasons, the inspector shall, while implementing
regulations contained in the present guide, carry a badge or a power of
attorney letter allowing him or her to carry out his or her duties.
o Before occupation
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Chapter II. GENERAL WORKS
The site layout can be defined as site space allocation for material storage,
working areas, units of accommodation, plants/machines positions, general
circulation areas, and also access and egress for deliveries and emergency
services.
• If setup areas for operation of the site are compliant with approved
drawings
• If the functioning of the site have the right machinery in the most
advantageous position
• Whether offices, Sanitary, storages and any other working areas are
provided and enough to insure good conservation of materials and
people’s health
• If required working areas are available and not interfering with general
site circulation/walkways
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Depending on the size and complexity of the construction, and especially on
the size of the site, the site layout can be divided into several sections such as:
scaffold storage, aggregate and cement storage and mixers, top soil storage,
Materials storage, Timber storage and fabrication, Reinforcement storage
and fabrication; Contractor’s Offices; Car park ; Tower crane ; Toilets ; Clerk
of works’ Office ;Dumping areas ; Etc.
• If the provided work areas are well marked by using sign postings
• If the location of each required area and unit allow safe and easy
circulation within the site
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• If used safety equipment and tools comply with construction code of
standards
• If the site insurance cover the totality of workers on the site for all
risks
• If the installed drainage system for rainwater is efficient and does not
affect the surrounding areas/public infrastructure
II.2 EARTHWORKS
• If the executed works (size and slope) comply with approved drawings
using theodolite or any other distance/slope measuring tools
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II.2.2 Compaction works
II.2.3 Embankment
• If the executed works (size and slope) comply with approved drawings
using size and distance and slope measuring equipment
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• The used dust protective/mitigation measures are effective in
protecting the surroundings.
II.2.5 Transportation
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Chapter III. FOUNDATION WORKS
Foundation works include: foundation walls (or slab), waterproofing, backfill
and compaction, and underground plumbing
III.1 Foundation
• The material used comply with the specification in the approved bills
of quantities and code of standards
• The material used comply with the specification in the approved bills of
quantities and Rwandan construction code of standards;
• The procedures, methods, and techniques used comply with the good
workmanship and the Rwandan construction code of standards;
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III.3 SOIL TREATMENT FOR INSECTS
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Chapter IV. Building structure
The building structure consists of primary structure which transmits the
loads exerted on the cladding to the ground via foundation. It includes
mainly columns and beams. The primary structure could be made in steel,
reinforced concrete, timber, brickwork or masonry, or a combination of the
above.
• The material used for the scaffolding and formworks comply with
Rwandan Construction Code of Standards
• The erected scaffold ensure easy and safe circulation on the site
• The material used comply with the specification in the approved bills
of quantities and Rwandan Construction Code of Standards
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Vernier Caliper and a meter tape for measuring distance between
bars
• The visible cracks are not structural using a concrete scanner “GSSI”
• The procedures, methods, and techniques used comply with the code
of practice and the Rwandan Construction Code of Standards
• The truss and other members assembled by bolts and nuts are
tightened using Torque Wrench
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• The primer coat is thick enough to protect the steel from rust
using Elcometer
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Chapter V. FRAMING works
This stage includes masonry, wood or steel framing. Such as exterior wall and
roof sheathing, exterior trim and siding (and/or stucco/brick), windows and
exterior doors, stairs and roofing
• The material used comply with the specification in the approved bills
of quantities and Rwandan Construction Code of Standards
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Chapter VI. OTHER WORKS
VI.1 MECHANICAL, ELECTRICAL, PLUMBING, IT FACILITIES
• The fixtures used comply with the specification in the approved bills
of quantities Rwandan Construction Code of Standards
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• The personnel onsite have skills on firefighting equipment and skills
on the usage of First Aid Kit
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Chapter VII. FINISHES
Finishes includes the interior and exterior finishes which consist of the
following items:
Others installation:
- Electrical fixtures and equipments
- Plumbing fixtures and equipments
- PWD facilities
- Signage system
- Fire safety fixtures and equipments
- IT facilities
- HVAC fixtures and equipments
• The material used comply with the specification in the approved bills of
quantities and Rwanda Construction Code of Standards
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• The Method/ technology used for onsite fabricated material comply
with Rwanda Construction Code of Standards
• The material used comply with the specification in the approved bill
of quantity, zoning regulation and codes of standards
• The procedures, methods, and techniques used comply with the good
workmanship and the Rwandan Construction Code of Standards
• The material used comply with the specification in the approved bills
of quantities, zoning regulation and Rwanda Construction Code of
Standards
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• The power saving technology and economic lights are used onsite
• The material used comply with the specification in the approved bills
of quantities, zoning regulation and codes of standards
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• The material used comply with the specification in the approved bills
of quantities, zoning regulation and Rwanda Construction Code of
Standards
VII.2.3 Fencing
• The material used comply with the specification in the approved bill
of quantity, zoning regulation and Rwanda Construction Code of
Standards
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Chapter VIII. LANDSCAPING
The landscaping stage includes parking area, green space/ garden, walk way,
planted trees, irrigation system (underground or open system), lighting, any
other outdoor installation.
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Chapter IX. DEMOLITION
IX.1 SAFETY
• The sealing of services and the protection of public utilities have been
done before starting demolition
• Noise and dust control measures are provided, and if they are compliant
with Rwanda Construction Code of Standards
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Chapter X. GENERAL SAFETY
The inspector shall check if:
o Etc.
• Trenches and holes over 1.5m deep without barricades or guard rails are
properly shored or sloped as prescribed by the Rwandan Construction
Codes of Standards,
• The material used for building scaffold comply with Rwanda Construction
Code of Standards
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• An evacuation plan is elaborated in case of emergency,
• The site insurance covers the execution period and the total number of
workers onsite
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Chapter XI. INSPECTION TOOLS
XI.1 Digital Camera
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XI.2 Tape Measure
A laser meter is a device which uses a laser beam to determine the distance
to an object. The most common form of laser rangefinder operates on the
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time of flight principle by sending a laser pulse in a narrow beam towards
the object and measuring the time taken by the pulse to be reflected off the
target and returned to the sender. Features and Benefits:
• Pythagorean functions.
• System contains a rugged pouch, wrist strap, target plates, and user
guide.
Applications:
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XI.4 Wheel Meter
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XI.6 Concrete Structure Scan “GSSI”
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the ten remaining. Using this method of testing is classed as indirect as it
does not give a direct measurement of the strength of the material. It simply
gives an indication based on surface properties; it is only suitable for making
comparisons between samples.
The Digital Earth Resistance Meter (Earth Ground Meter) is a small, compact,
battery powered, professional meter. This easy-to-use meter is useful to ensure
the “ground” quality and effectiveness of buildings, structures, equipment
or electrical systems. A good earth ground is required for new buildings or
structures needing to pass required electrical codes. Older buildings can lose
a good, effective earth ground connection over time. This can happen after a
building or structure has been struck by lightning.
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and emergency exits, ambient light testing, security areas, parking lots, and
many others.
Applications:
• Workplace, clean-room, and computer room light testing
• Compliance with safety regulations
• Ambient testing for light-sensitive archives such as in museums and
art galleries
• Schools, library and parking lot light testing
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XI.11 Digital Moisture Meter Inspection Kit
A Digital Moisture Meter Inspection Kit includes everything you need for
measuring moisture levels in wood, sheetrock, gypsum, and a variety of other
materials with a 0 to 100 relative scale.
Applications:
• Wood
• Concrete
• Exterior Insulated Finish System
• Sheetrock
• Gypsum
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XI.12 Elcometer
A torque wrench is used where the tightness of screws and bolts is crucial.
It allows the operator to measure the torque applied to the fastener so it can
be matched to the specifications for a particular application. This permits
proper tension and loading of all parts.
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XI.14 Digital Vernier Caliper
Digital calipers are easier to use as the measurement is clearly displayed and
also, by pressing the inch/mm button the distance can be read as metric or
imperial.
The display is turned on with the on/off button. The digital caliper can then
be used to measure small distances. Always go through this procedure when
turning on the display for the first time.
The material to be measured is placed between the external jaws and they are
carefully brought together. The locking screw is tightened so that the jaws
do not move apart. The digital display can then be read. The distance can be
read in metric and imperial by pressing the inch/mm button
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XI.15 Dust Monitor
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XI.16 Digital Voltmeter
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