Inspection and Test Plan for Method Statement: Installation of Tactile Ground Surface Indicators (TGSIs) at Pedestrian Crossings
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 ensure installed TGSIs meet safety, accessibility, and quality standards through defined inspections, tests, and hold/witness points.
Who uses this inspection and test plan
Contractor QA/QC and Site Engineers, HSE officers, and the Client/Engineer for verification and acceptance.
When this ITP is prepared and submitted
From pre-construction submittals through installation, curing, and final handover.
Who receives or approves this ITP
Client/Engineer for review and acceptance.
Inspection scope
Materials, layout geometry, substrate readiness, bedding quality, alignment/levels, visual contrast, adhesion (if required), and documentation.
Typical hold, witness, and review points
Layout verification (Hold), mock-up (Witness), substrate prep (Witness), alignment/levels (Witness), adhesion testing (Hold if specified), final inspection (Hold).
Typical inspection records
MIR, IR, layout and level checklists, LRV reports, pull-off test reports, batch logs, photos, as-builts, warranties.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Materials approval | Verify product data, certificates, SDS | Conformance to ISO 23599/ADA/BS 8300 and project specs; color/finish per submittal | Contractor QA/QC; Engineer (Review) | MIR, approvals |
| Mock-up | Geometry, alignment, contrast, levels | Meets acceptance criteria; workmanship approved | Contractor QA/QC; Engineer (Witness) | Mock-up IR, photos |
| Setting-out verification | Dimensions and offsets | Depth 600–900 mm; setback 0–200 mm; lines square (≤3 mm over 2 m) [Verify] | Site Engineer; Engineer (Hold) | Layout IR |
| Substrate inspection | Soundness, moisture (if required) | Clean, sound; SR ≤3 mm/3 m; moisture within adhesive limits | QA/QC; Engineer (Witness) | Checklist, photos |
| Recess dimensions (if applicable) | Depth, edges straightness | Depth ±2 mm; edges straight within ±5 mm over 5 m | QA/QC; Engineer (Witness) | Measurement log |
| Adhesive/mortar preparation | Batch/expiry, pot life, temperature | Per TDS; 5–35°C; consistent mix | Installer; QA/QC (Spot-check) | Batch log |
| Adhesive coverage check | Lift-and-look coverage | ≥95% contact; edges/corners full | QA/QC | QC record, photos |
| Alignment and level | Straightedge, feeler gauges, digital level | Flush 0 to +2 mm; lippage ≤3 mm; SR ≤3 mm/3 m; joints 3–5 mm | QA/QC; Engineer (Witness) | QC sheet, IR |
| LRV contrast verification | LRV meter or certificate check | LRV difference ≥30–60 points [Verify] | QA/QC; Engineer (Witness) | LRV report/cert |
| Adhesion pull-off (if specified) | ASTM C1583 | ≥0.8 MPa (epoxy/PU) or per spec; substrate failure acceptable if ≥ specified | Independent Lab; QA/QC; Engineer (Hold) | Test report |
| Final inspection and handover | Visual, geometry, documentation | All criteria met; no defects; documents complete | QA/QC; Engineer (Hold) | Final IR, as-builts, warranties |
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Related method statement
This Inspection and Test Plan is associated with the Method Statement: Installation of Tactile Ground Surface Indicators (TGSIs) at Pedestrian Crossings method statement, which describes the step-by-step construction sequence, resources, materials, equipment, safety controls, and environmental controls for this activity.
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