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Method Statement: Spray-Applied Cementitious Fireproofing (SFRM) to Structural Steel inspection and test plan example.

Inspection and Test Plan for Method Statement: Spray-Applied Cementitious Fireproofing (SFRM) to Structural Steel

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

Published 10 Jun 2026 Rev. 00 2 views
About this ITP: This ITP defines inspections, tests, hold/witness points, and records for SFRM works, ensuring compliance with UL/EN designs and project specs.

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 verify SFRM installation complies with design thickness, adhesion, and density requirements for the specified fire rating.

Who uses this inspection and test plan

Contractor QA/QC, Specialist Subcontractor, Independent Lab, and Engineer/Client representatives.

When this ITP is prepared and submitted

From pre-start and mock-up through application, curing, and final acceptance prior to handover.

Who receives or approves this ITP

The ITP is usually submitted to the client representative, consultant, resident engineer, or project management consultant for review and approval before the related work activity starts.

Inspection scope

Covers substrate readiness, primer compatibility, mixing controls, application monitoring, thickness verification, adhesion and density testing, and documentation review.

Typical hold, witness, and review points

HP-1 Substrate readiness; HP-2 Primer compatibility; HP-3 Adhesion testing; HP-4 Final acceptance. W-2 Mix verification; W-3 Thickness checks; W-4 Density sampling.

Typical inspection records

IRs, test reports (E605/E736), mix logs, batch/lot traceability, calibration certificates, environmental logs, as-built thickness maps, NCR/CAR closures.

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
Pre-start Review and Design Thickness Schedule Document review of UL/EN design mapping to members and required thickness Schedule approved; W/D (Hp/A) basis recorded [Verify] Contractor QA/QC / Engineer Approved schedule, minutes
Substrate and Primer Readiness (HP-1) Visual cleanliness; dryness; primer condition; dew point check Clean, dry, sound; Tsubstrate ≥ Tdew+3°C [Verify] QA/QC / Engineer IR with photos
Primer Compatibility/Bonding Agent (HP-2) Review compatibility letter; verify bonding agent application (if required) Written confirmation; bonding agent per TDS Manufacturer Rep / QA/QC / Engineer Letter, TDS, application log
Mock-Up Approval Thickness, finish, adhesion (E736), density (E605 sample if required) Meets specified benchmarks; visual acceptance Engineer / QA/QC Mock-up IR, test reports
Mix Verification (W-2) Check water ratio, mix time, batch identification Within TDS limits; logs complete QA/QC / Supervisor Mix log
In-Process Spraying and Coverage Visual coverage, rebound control, build per pass Uniform application; no voids; pass thickness within per-coat limit Supervisor / QA/QC Daily report
Initial Thickness Checks (W-3) Field thickness by pin gauge per grid Average ≥ specified; no reading < 85–90% [Verify] QA/QC Thickness report
Adhesion/Cohesion Test (HP-3) ASTM E736 pull test ≥ project/manufacturer minimum; typical ≥ 150 psf (≈7.2 kPa) [Verify] Independent Lab / QA/QC / Engineer Certified test report
Density Test (W-4) ASTM E605 core sampling and oven-dry density Within product-specified range and tolerance [Verify] Independent Lab / QA/QC Certified test report
Final Inspection and Handover (HP-4) 100% visual; spot thickness checks; documentation review All ITP points closed; NCRs resolved; approvals issued QA/QC / Engineer / Client Final IR, approvals, as-built 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

Many projects require an independent laboratory for ASTM E605/E736. Confirm with the contract and local authority requirements.

Use a statistically distributed grid reflecting different member sizes, orientations, and primer conditions. Increase frequency at changes or after any failure.

Stop work in the affected area, implement corrective actions (e.g., re-application, bonding agent), and re-test until results meet acceptance. Document with NCR/CAR and closure evidence.

Related method statement

This Inspection and Test Plan is associated with the Method Statement: Spray-Applied Cementitious Fireproofing (SFRM) to Structural Steel 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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