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1 Specification
1 Specification
1 Specification
CHAPETR I
SPECIFICATION
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OUTLINE
Introduction
Purpose of Specification
Type of Specification
Specification Writing
Introduction 3
The information that is needed for construction is usually
Specifications (written).
documents.
Introduction 4
Difference b/n Drawing & Written spec
Written Specification
Specification is defined as the designation or statement by
which written instructions are given distinguishing and/or
limiting and describing the particular trade of work to be
executed.
Specifications are written based on:
The prepared design, drawings;
Scientific trends of workmanship, quality expected, equipment
involved and
Materials to be used for the particular trade of work.
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viii. Serve for the owner to know what he/she is entitled to receive
Classification
Example
Example : - C – 25 Concrete.
assembly,
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Example: - “Supply and fix 40mm. thick flush wood door with
hard wood frames and both sides covered with best quality
4mm thick ply wood. Price includes approved quality lock,
hinges, three coats of varnish paint, door stopper and all
necessary accessories to comply ES’’.
Space within the building; e.g. Bed Room, Toilet, Living Room
“will” is used for the duties of the employer to represent the word
“must”
“must” –avoid the use of the word “must” and substitute by the word
shall to prevent the inference of different degrees of obligation
Avoid the use of words which have indefinite meanings or limitless and
ambiguous in their meanings. For example, any, either, same, similar,
etc.
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