Inspection and Test Plan for Method Statement: Foundation & Footing Setting Out, Coordinate Verification, Offsets, Benchmarks, Tolerance Control, QA/QC and Hold Points
AI-assisted inspection and test plan connected to a method statement, with PDF and Excel export.
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 confirm foundations and footings are set out accurately with verified control, dimensions, and elevations before concrete works commence.
Who uses this inspection and test plan
Senior Surveyors, QA/QC Engineers, Site Engineers, HSE, and the Engineer/Employer’s Representative.
When this ITP is prepared and submitted
From initial control establishment through post-excavation checks and immediately prior to blinding or first concrete.
Who receives or approves this ITP
Engineer/Employer’s Representative for review and approvals at defined hold points.
Inspection scope
Covers review of survey plans, instrument checks, control establishment, layout verification, excavation and founding level checks, and pre-blinding approvals.
Typical hold, witness, and review points
HP-1 Pre-excavation approval; W-2 Post-excavation founding level witness; HP-2 Pre-blinding/pre-concrete approval.
Typical inspection records
SEP, control reports, calibration logs, daily survey reports, IR approvals, as-built files, level sheets, and photo logs.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Review and approval of Survey Execution Plan (SEP) and setting-out calculations | Independent calc check | SEP approved; no discrepancies | Survey Manager / QA-QC / Engineer | Approved SEP, calc check sheet |
| Instrument calibration and daily field checks | ISO 17123 procedures | Within allowable instrument limits | Senior Surveyor / QA-QC | Calibration certs; daily logs |
| Establishment of primary/secondary control points and TBMs | Network adjustment, closure checks | Residuals within project limits [Verify] | Senior Surveyor / QA-QC / Engineer (Witness) | Control report; register; photos |
| Protection of survey markers and profiles | Physical protection, signage | Markers protected and identifiable | Senior Surveyor / HSE / QA-QC | Protection log; inspection sheet |
| Setting out of foundation/footing lines and offsets | Independent check (2nd surveyor) | Plan position within ±10–20 mm [Verify] | Senior Surveyor / QA-QC | Daily Survey Report; marked drawings |
| Hold Point: Pre-excavation approval | Random survey checks | Engineer approval issued | QA-QC / Engineer | IR approval |
| Post-excavation founding level verification | Level checks; geotech confirmation | Levels within ±10–20 mm; stratum accepted [Verify] | Senior Surveyor / Geotech / Engineer (Witness) | As-built; geotech note |
| Hold Point: Pre-blinding/pre-concrete dimensional approval | Dimensional verification | All tolerances met; documents complete | QA-QC / Engineer | IR approval; ITP checklist |
| Records and closeout | Completeness and correctness | All records filed and traceable | Survey Manager / QA-QC | Handover dossier |
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
Related method statement
This Inspection and Test Plan is associated with the Method Statement: Foundation & Footing Setting Out, Coordinate Verification, Offsets, Benchmarks, Tolerance Control, QA/QC and Hold Points 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: Foundation & Footing Setting Out, Coordinate Verification, Offsets, Benchmarks, Tolerance Control, QA/QC and Hold Points method statement →