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Method Statement – Stone Surface Polishing and Restoration Works inspection and test plan example.

Inspection and Test Plan for Method Statement – Stone Surface Polishing and Restoration Works

AI-assisted inspection and test plan connected to a method statement, with PDF and Excel export.

Published 11 Sep 2026 Rev. 00 2 views
About this ITP: This ITP defines hold and witness points for stone polishing and restoration, including mock-up approval, grit change checks, gloss testing, and documentation.

More than a static template

Unlike a downloadable Word or PDF template, this ITP is an AI-assisted editable starting point directly connected to its method statement. Every inspection activity, hold point, and acceptance criterion is structured and ready to adapt to your project.

  • AI-assisted customization — Tailor inspection activities and acceptance criteria to your specific project scope.
  • Linked method statement — This ITP is connected to the corresponding method statement describing the work sequence.
  • Multiple export formats — Download as a formatted PDF or editable Excel spreadsheet.
  • Editable starting point, not a final document — Review and verify all content against your project specifications and standards before use.

What you can customize

When you save this ITP to your account, every inspection row becomes editable. You can add, remove, or modify:

  • Inspection activity — Description of what is being inspected.
  • Inspection type — Hold point (H), Witness point (W), Review (R), or Monitor (M).
  • Responsibility — Contractor, subcontractor, engineer, or client.
  • Frequency — How often the inspection occurs.
  • Acceptance criteria — Referenced standard or specification requirement.
  • Records — Forms, test reports, or checklists required as evidence.

Why this ITP is used

To control quality and verify the finished stone surface meets specified appearance, flatness, and gloss while managing HSE-critical stages.

Who uses this inspection and test plan

Contractor supervisors and QA/QC engineers for execution; the Engineer/Consultant for witnessing and approval.

When this ITP is prepared and submitted

From area handover through final gloss verification and protection, repeated per zone or room.

Who receives or approves this ITP

Engineer/Consultant for approval and witnessing.

Inspection scope

Preconditions, mock-up, grinding/honing, polishing/crystallization, neutralization, sealing, final gloss, and optional slip resistance.

Typical hold, witness, and review points

Hold: Mock-up, final gloss/finish, sealer if specified. Witness: After coarse grind, before grit changes, during compound/crystallization.

Typical inspection records

Survey logs, mock-up approvals, grit change checklists, gloss maps, pH logs, sealer application records, IRs, NCRs, waste transfer notes.

Important approval note

This ITP is an AI-assisted editable starting point, not a pre-approved document. Before use on any project, all inspection activities, hold points, and acceptance criteria must be reviewed and approved by the relevant parties (superintendent, principal contractor, or client representative) in accordance with your contract and project quality plan.

Always verify acceptance criteria against your applicable drawings, specifications, and regulatory requirements. Hold points must be confirmed with the relevant authority before work proceeds past that point.

Inspection and test plan

Activity Inspection / Test Acceptance Criteria Responsibility Record
Area handover and protection installed Check barriers, signage, bunds, drain covers Access control effective; drains covered; power/RCD available Supervisor / HSE Pre-start checklist
Stone identification and condition survey Visual mapping; defect/stain register Survey approved; scope confirmed QA/QC Engineer Survey log, photos
Mock-up execution and approval (HOLD) Process parameters + gloss readings (≥ target) Mock-up signed off; sequence/materials fixed QA/QC / Engineer IR/approval form
Coarse grinding/lippage removal 2 m straightedge; feeler gauges Lippage ≤0.5 mm [Verify] Supervisor / QA/QC Inspection sheet
Grit change 120→200 (Witness) Raking light check for deep scratches No coarse scratches remain QA/QC Grit change checklist
Honing completion 200→800 Uniformity check; edge match Uniform matte sheen; edges consistent QA/QC In-process report
Polishing sequence 1500→3000 Swirl/orange peel check under raking light No swirl/orange peel QA/QC In-process report
Polishing compound/crystallization application (Witness) Compound type; dwell; pad condition As per approved mock-up and SDS Engineer / QA/QC Witness record
Neutralization and rinse pH of rinse/slurry pH 6–9 before sealing QA/QC pH log
Sealer application (Witness/HOLD if specified) Coverage rate; dwell; wipe-off Even application; no residue Engineer / QA/QC Sealer record
Final gloss and uniformity (HOLD) ASTM D523 gloss meter; mapping Marble/Limestone/Terrazzo ≥75 GU; Granite ≥55 GU; ±5 GU uniformity [Verify] QA/QC / Engineer Test report, drawings
Slip resistance (if required) Pendulum/DCOF per spec Meets project-specified value QA/QC / Specialist Slip test report
Final area protection and handover Protection installed; access control Protection intact; signage in place Supervisor / QA/QC Handover checklist

This table is a read-only public reference. Download the PDF or Excel version, or customize this ITP to edit it for your project.

Frequently asked questions

At least one per 10 m² and not fewer than five per room. Increase frequency for high-visibility areas or non-uniform lighting.

Only if demonstrated in the approved mock-up and confirmed by QA/QC; otherwise follow the full sequence to avoid residual scratches.

When specified by the contract or authority. Perform after final finish and before sealing if the sealer may alter surface friction.

Related method statement

This Inspection and Test Plan is associated with the Method Statement – Stone Surface Polishing and Restoration Works method statement, which describes the step-by-step construction sequence, resources, materials, equipment, safety controls, and environmental controls for this activity.

View the Method Statement – Stone Surface Polishing and Restoration Works method statement →

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