ARE_Site_Visits_and_Field_Reports Flashcards
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What documents govern the architect’s site visit responsibilities?
AIA B101 and A201.
What is the architect NOT responsible for during site visits?
Means and methods, safety, sequences, or contractor procedures.
What do B101 §3.6.2.1 and A201 §4.2.2 state about site visit purpose?
To become generally familiar with progress and quality of work and see if it’s likely to conform to contract documents.
How frequently should site visits occur?
At intervals appropriate to the construction stage, or as otherwise agreed upon in the contract.
What should the architect be mindful of regarding site visit limits?
The number of visits allowed in their fee and how they’re spaced over the project timeline.
What should be included in a field report?
Progress observations, known deviations, defects, and deficiencies.
What does B101 §3.6.2.2 and A201 §4.2.6 allow the architect to do?
Reject nonconforming work.
Who can accept nonconforming work that the architect rejects?
The owner.
How should accepted nonconforming work be documented?
In the Certificate of Substantial Completion and a separate log.
Can the architect require testing or inspections?
Yes, but they cannot direct work—only require as per contract documents.
What should be done if work proceeds without required testing?
Note it in the field report as potentially nonconforming work.
How should architects handle verbal RFIs during site visits?
Request written RFIs or document the discussion in the field report.
Why are site visits essential for payment certifications?
They allow the architect to verify progress and complete accurate field reports.
What is AIA G711 used for?
Field report documentation template.
What information should be included in a field report?
Date, time, weather, observations, progress photos, and noted issues.
Why should architects avoid absolute statements in field reports?
They imply exhaustive inspections, increasing liability.
Give an example of appropriate wording in a field report.
“Window installation appears to be complete” rather than “All windows are installed.”
Who should accompany the architect on a site walk?
The contractor’s superintendent or site representative.
Why use field report apps?
They save time by allowing photo and note capture during site visits, then generate reports.
What is the ultimate purpose of a field report?
To keep the owner informed, document site conditions, and support payment evaluations.
