Key Build Stage 7 Block paving
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Block paving checks |
Evidence |
Frequency |
|---|---|---|
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Verification of block and bedding sand material. |
Ticket |
All sources |
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Verification of grit infill material for permeable paving (2-4mm, 6-8mm) |
Ticket |
All sources |
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Ensure road is power washed and mechanically swept prior to drilling binder course infiltration holes and swept clean following drilling (permeable paving sites) |
Visual |
All lengths |
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Inspection of cored infiltration holes in binder course e.g. spacing intervals and depth (permeable paving sites) |
Visual |
All lengths |
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Inspect approved laying patterns (mortar infill not to be used) |
Visual |
All lengths |
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Ensure sufficient edge restraints |
Visual |
All lengths |
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Check correct thickness, colours and dimensions of blocks |
Visual |
All lengths |
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Check correct kerb faces |
Visual |
All lengths |
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Check depth of bedding sand/course within tolerances (+10mm) |
Visual |
All lengths |
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Inspect completed surface regularity (check for drainage problems and possible areas of ponding) |
Visual |
All lengths |
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Inspection of jointing grit, ensuring joints are filled to the top of the block (permeable paving) |
Visual |
All lengths |