Article 5

4-330 Time of beginning construction and partial con-¶

4-330. Time of beginning construction and partial con- struction. Construction work, whether for a new school building, reconstruction, rehabilitation, alteration or addition, shall not be commenced, and no contract shall be let until the school board has applied for and obtained from DSA written approval of plans and specifications. Construction for each school building shall be commenced within four years after the approval of the plans; otherwise, the approval is void for those school buildings that have not commenced construction.

Exception: DSA may withdraw approval or institute postapproval requirements as necessary to address life safety concerns due to information received after approval of plans and before commencement of construction.

The school board may complete all work or proceed with the construction of any part of the work included in the approved plans and specifications with the intent of completing the work later. All work done and materials used and

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installed must be in accordance with and in conformity to the approved plans and specifications.

An uncompleted building shall not be considered as having been constructed under the provisions of Article 3 or 7 commencing with Sections 17280 and 81130 of the Education Code, respectively. Section 17372 of the Education Code restricts the use of such a building.

Authority: Education Code Sections 17310 and 81142. Reference: Education Code Sections 17280, 17297, 17307, 17372 and 81130.

4-331 Notice to DSA at start of construction. The architect¶

4-331. Notice to DSA at start of construction. The architect or registered engineer responsible for the project or the school district shall promptly notify DSA of the start of construction using forms and procedures specified by DSA.

Authority: Education Code Sections 17310 and 81142. Reference: Education Code Sections 17280, 17295, 81130 and 81133. HISTORY:

(OSA/SS 1/92) Regular order by the Office of the State Architect/ Structural Safety Section to amend Section 4-331, Part 1, Title 24, C.C.R. Filed with the Secretary of State on December 15, 1992; effective July 1, 1993. Approved by the California Building Standards Commission on December 9, 1992.

4-332 Notice of suspension of construction.¶

4-332. Notice of suspension of construction.

(a) When construction is suspended for more than one month, the project inspector shall notify DSA [see Section 4336(c)3].

(b) If all construction is suspended or abandoned for any reason for a continuous period of one year following its commencement, the approval of DSA shall become void. DSA may reinstate the approval on the request of the school board.

Authority: Education Code Sections 17310 and 81142. Reference: Education Code Sections 17310 and 81142. HISTORY:

(OSA/SS 1/92) Regular order by the Office of the State Architect/ Structural Safety Section to amend Section 4-332, Part 1, Title 24, C.C.R. Filed with the Secretary of State on December 15, 1992; effective July 1, 1993. Approved by the California Building Standards Commission on December 9, 1992.

4-333 Observation and inspection of construction.¶

4-333. Observation and inspection of construction.

(a) Observation by architect or registered engineer. The Act requires that the observation of the work of construction, reconstruction, rehabilitation, alteration or addition shall be under the general responsible charge of an architect, structural engineer, or under certain conditions a professional engineer registered in that branch of engineering applicable to the work. (See Section 4-316.)

The responsible geotechnical engineer, or his or her qualified representative, shall perform all testing and special inspection of all earth materials, the placement and compaction of engineered fills, and the geotechnical aspects of foundations, retaining walls and foundation anchors. The responsible geotechnical engineer shall submit verified reports in accordance with Section 4-336 and Title 24, Part 2, Section 1704A.7.1.

(b) Inspection by a project inspector. The school board must provide for and require competent, adequate and continuous inspection by an inspector satisfactory to the architect or registered engineer in general responsible charge of observation of the work of construction; to any registered structural

engineer delegated responsibility for a portion of the work; and to DSA.

The cost of project inspection shall be paid for by the school board. An inspector shall not have any current employment relationship with any entity that is a contracting party for the construction or any entity providing any services for the school district except for services directly related to project inspection.
Project inspectors are prohibited from any activities involving the actual performance of construction, or the scheduling, coordination or supervision of construction contractors for the project.
For every project there shall be a project inspector who shall have personal knowledge as defined in Sections 17309 and 81141 of the Education Code of all work done on the project or its parts as defined in Section 4316. No work shall be carried on except under the inspection of an inspector approved by DSA. On large projects adequate inspection may require the employment of one or more approved assistant inspectors in accordance with Section 4-333(d). The employment of special inspectors or assistant inspectors shall not be construed as relieving the project inspector of his or her duties and responsibilities under Sections 17309 and 81141 of the Education Code and Sections 4-336 and 4342 of these regulations.
The project inspector shall be capable of performing all essential functions of the job.
The project inspector and any assistant inspector must be approved by DSA for each individual project. Prior to being eligible for approval, any project inspector or any assistant inspector shall establish, to the satisfaction of DSA that he or she: A. is appropriately certified by DSA, per Section 4 333.1; and

B. has adequate knowledge and experience to perform

the required duties for the project. He or she shall have at least three years experience in inspection or construction work on building projects of a type similar to the project. For newly certified inspectors without prior DSA project inspection experience, attendance of DSA-specified training is required; and

C. will provide sufficient time on the project to fulfill

all inspection responsibilities required by these regulations.

An approved project inspector may be replaced in accordance with the process outlined in Section 4341(d). The school district shall ensure that a replacement inspector is provided prior to continuation of construction work. DSA may withhold approval of the replacement inspector until a verified report by the previous project inspector is submitted in accordance with Section 4-336(c)5.
DSA may withdraw the inspector’s approval for the project due to failure of project inspector to comply with the requirements contained in Section 4-342(b).

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DSA shall communicate the withdrawal of the project inspector’s approval in writing to the school district and the architect or registered engineer in general responsible charge. The school district shall ensure that a replacement inspector is provided prior to continuation of construction work.

The project inspector may perform special inspections if the project inspector has been specially approved by DSA for such purpose and has the time available to complete the special inspections in addition to project inspection work.
The detailed inspection of all work, as specified in Section 4-335(f), is the responsibility of the project inspector when a special inspector is not provided.

(c) Special inspection. Special inspection by qualified inspectors shall be in accordance with Title 24, Part 2, Chapter 17A.

DSA may require special inspectors for types of construction in addition to those listed in Chapter 17A, Title 24, Part 2 if found necessary because of the special use of materials or methods of construction.

(d) Assistant inspectors. Assistant inspectors are approved by DSA to assist the project inspector with the inspection of one or more aspects of the construction. Assistant inspectors must work under the supervision of a Class 1 or 2 certified project inspector.

On large projects DSA may require the employment of assistant inspectors when the project inspector is not able to provide continuous inspection of all aspects of the construction in a timely manner. When assistant inspectors are required by DSA the project inspector shall remain on-site providing supervision of all assistants during all construction.
All assistant inspectors must be approved by DSA prior to performing any inspection work in accordance with Section 4-341(d). Prior to being approved by DSA as an assistant inspector the individual must satisfy all of the following requirements:

A. Be certified as a Class 1, Class 2, Class 3 or Class 4

inspector in accordance with Section 4-333.1.

B. Must possess adequate experience for the type of

construction that the assistant will be assigned to inspect.

C. Document at least three years of experience in the

types of construction that the assistant will inspect. Experience must be obtained in construction or inspection of buildings similar to the buildings for which the individual is applying.

The assistant inspector shall establish, to the satisfaction of DSA that he or she meets all of the requirements established in Section 4-333(b)5.
Failure of the assistant inspector to perform any of the duties specified in these regulations may be cause for DSA to take action as outlined in Section 4-342(d).

Authority: Education Code Sections 17310 and 81142.

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Reference: Education Code Sections 17280, 17309, 17311, 81130, 81138, 81141 and 81143.

HISTORY:

(OSA/SS 1/92) Regular order by the Office of the State Architect/ Structural Safety Section to amend Section 4-333, Part 1, Title 24, C.C.R. Filed with the Secretary of State on December 15, 1992; effective July 1, 1993. Approved by the California Building Standards Commission on December 9, 1992.
(DSA/SS 2/95) Regular order by the Division of the State Architect/ Structural Safety Section to amend Section 4-333. Filed with the Secretary of State on August 14, 1996, becomes effective September 13,
Approved by the California Building Standards Commission on March 19, 1996.

4-333.1 Project inspector certification. To become a DSA¶

4-333.1. Project inspector certification. To become a DSA certified project inspector, an applicant must qualify for and successfully complete a written examination administered by DSA. The examination measures the applicant's ability to read and comprehend construction documents associated with performing inspections as well as the construction, inspection and testing requirements of the California Build- ing Standards Code . Examinations are given in three classes.

A Class 1 certified inspector may be approved to inspect any project.
A Class 2 certified inspector may be approved to inspect any project, except a project containing one or more new structures or additions with a primary lateral force resisting system of steel, masonry or concrete.
A Class 3 certified inspector may be approved to inspect projects containing alterations to approved buildings, site placement of relocatable buildings and construction of minor structures.
Though an examination is no longer offered for Class 4, a Class 4 certified inspector may be approved to inspect projects containing site placement of relocatable buildings and associated site work.

To qualify for an examination, an applicant shall possess a high school diploma or equivalent, and shall meet the following minimum qualifications for the classification. Alternative qualifications consistent with those noted herein may be considered by DSA. Possession of a valid California registration as a civil or structural engineer or a valid California license as an architect, and one year qualifying experience in construction observation of buildings or structures as a civil or structural engineer or architect will qualify for any classification.

(a) For Class 1 inspector exam, one of the following:

Four years of experience as a nonlicensed or nonregistered architect’s, engineer’s, owner’s, or local building official’s representative in building code-enforcement inspection, with a valid certification as a commercial combination building inspector by a state- or nationally-recognized organization, as accepted by DSA, on:

A. new building public school construction projects

subject to the requirements of Education Code Section 17280 or 81130 consistent with the DSA Class 1 or 2 project classification and these regulations; and/or,

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B. construction of new hospital buildings as defined

by Health and Safety Code Section 129725; or,

C. building projects of Type I or II construction.

Exception: Possession of a valid California registration as a mechanical or electrical engineer responsible for the design and/or construction of respective building systems may be substituted for two years of required experience. Possession of a baccalaureate or higher in architecture, engineering, building inspection and/or construction may be substituted for one year of required experience. Possession of an associate’s degree in architecture, engineering, building inspection and/or construction may be substituted for six months of required experience.

Four years of qualifying experience as the lead project construction superintendent on:

A. new building public school construction projects

subject to the requirements of Education Code Section 17280 or 81130 consistent with the DSA Class 1 or 2 project classification and these regulations; and/or,

B. construction of new hospital buildings as

defined by Health and Safety Code Section 129725; or,

C. building projects of Type I or II construction.

Two years of qualifying experience as a DSA certified Class 2 project inspector,
Possession of certification as a DSA Class 2 project inspector with one year minimum qualifying experience as a DSA Class 2 project inspector and any combination of three years of qualifying experience on projects consistent with the DSA Class 1 or 2 project classification as:

A. an assistant project inspector; or B. a special inspector (inspecting steel, concrete or

masonry construction with a valid certification from a state- or nationally-recognized organization, as accepted by DSA). (Note: special inspector experience may be substituted on a monthfor-month basis up to a maximum of one year); or

C. a nonlicensed or nonregistered architect’s, engi neer’s, owner’s, or local building official’s representative in building code-enforcement inspection (with a valid certification as a commercial combination building inspector by a state or nationallyrecognized organization, as accepted by DSA); or

D. a lead project construction superintendent or con struction experience as a journeyman or equivalent limited to working in the carpentry, steel, concrete or masonry trades (note: journeyman or equivalent experience may be substituted on a month-for-month basis up to a maximum of one year); or,

Possession of certification as a DSA Class 3 project inspector with three years minimum qualifying experience as a DSA Class 3 project inspector and any combination of three years of qualifying experience on projects consistent with the DSA Class 1 or 2 project classification as:

A. an assistant project inspector; or

B. a special inspector (inspecting steel, concrete or

D. a lead project construction superintendent or con struction experience as a journeyman or equivalent limited to working in the carpentry, steel, concrete or masonry trades. (Note: journeyman or equivalent experience may be substituted on a month-for-month basis up to a maximum of one year.)

Possession of certification as a DSA Class 3 project inspector with one year minimum qualifying experience as a DSA Class 3 project inspector and ten years of relevant construction experience, including four years as a journeyman or equivalent experience level, limited to working in the carpentry, steel, concrete or masonry trades on construction projects consistent with the DSA Class 1 or 2 project classification.

Exception: Possession of a baccalaureate or higher in architecture, engineering, building inspection and/or construction may be substituted for the required journeyman or equivalent experience. Possession of an associate’s degree in architecture, engineering, building inspection and/or construction may be substituted for two years of required journeyman or equivalent experience. Completed coursework in architecture, engineering, building

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inspection and/or construction may be substituted on a month-for-month basis up to a maximum of one year of required journeyman or equivalent experience.

(b) For Class 2 inspector exam, one of the following:

Exception: DSA may allow an applicant lacking years of experience, up to a maximum of one year, in the minimum qualifications options below to sit for the Class 2 examination. However, upon successful completion of the exam, the applicant shall not be granted certification until all requirements for one of the minimum qualifications options are completely satisfied. The applicant must obtain their last year of required experience within three calendar years of the administration date of the examination passed.

ifications options below to sit for the Class 2 examination. However, upon successful completion of the exam, the applicant shall not be granted certification until all requirements for one of the minimum qualifications options are completely satisfied. The applicant must obtain their last year of required experience within three calendar years of the administration date of the examination passed.

Three years of experience as a nonlicensed or nonregistered architect’s, engineer’s, owner’s, or local building official’s representative in building code-enforcement inspection, with a valid certification as a commercial combination building inspector by a state or nationallyrecognized organization, as accepted by DSA, or five years of experience in the same role with a valid certification as a commercial building inspector or residential combination building inspector by a state or nationallyrecognized organization, as accepted by DSA on:

A. new building public school construction projects

subject to the requirements of Education Code Sections 17280 or 81130 consistent with the DSA Class 1 or 2 project classification and these regulations; and/or

B. construction of new hospital buildings as defined

by Section 129725 of the Health and Safety Code; or

C. building projects of Type I, II, III or IV construc tion; or

Exception: Possession of a valid California registration as a mechanical or electrical engineer responsible for the design and/or construction of respective building systems, may be substituted for two years of required experience. Possession of a baccalaureate or higher in architecture, engineering, building inspection and/or construction may be substituted for one year of required experience. Possession of an associate’s degree in architecture, engineering, building inspection and/or construction may be substituted for six months of required experience.

Three years of qualifying experience as the lead project construction superintendent on:

A. new building public school construction projects

subject to the requirements of Education Code Sections 17280 or 81130, and these regulations; and/or

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B. construction of new hospital buildings as defined

by Section 129725 of the Health and Safety Code; or

C. building projects of Type I, II, III, or IV construc tion; or

D. building construction consistent with the DSA

Class 1 or 2 project classification; or,

Two years of qualifying experience as a DSA certified Class 3 project inspector.
Possession of certification as a DSA Class 3 project inspector with one year minimum qualifying experience as a DSA Class 3 project inspector and any combination of two years of qualifying experience on projects consistent with the DSA Class 1 or 2 project classification as:

A. an assistant project inspector; or

B. a special inspector (inspecting steel, concrete or

C. a nonlicensed or nonregistered architect’s, engi neer’s, owner’s, or local building official’s representative in building code-enforcement inspection (with a valid certification as a commercial building inspector or residential combination inspector by a state- or nationallyrecognized organization, as accepted by DSA); or

Eight years of relevant construction experience, including three years as a journeyman or equivalent, limited to working in carpentry, steel, concrete or masonry trades on construction projects consistent with the DSA Class 1 or 2 project classification.

Exception: Possession of a baccalaureate or higher in architecture, engineering, building inspection and/or construction may be substituted for the

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required journeyman or equivalent experience. Possession of an associate’s degree in architecture, engineering, building inspection and/or construction may be substituted for two years of required journeyman or equivalent experience. Completed coursework in architecture, engineering, building inspection and/or construction may be substituted on a month-for-month basis up to a maximum of one year of required journeyman or equivalent experience.

Possession of at least two valid special inspector certifications in steel, concrete, or masonry and eight years of special inspector experience (inspecting steel, concrete or masonry construction). No more than three years of a single type (related to steel, concrete, or masonry) of special inspection experience can be used.

Exceptions:

i. DSA may allow an applicant lacking years of

experience, up to a maximum of one year, in the minimum qualifications options below to sit for the Class 3 examination. However, upon successful completion of the exam, the applicant shall not be granted certification until all requirements for one of the minimum qualifications options are completely satisfied. The applicant must obtain their last year of required experience within three calendar years of the administration date of the examination passed.

ii. Possession of a baccalaureate or higher in

architecture, engineering, building inspection and/or construction may sit for the Class 3 examination. However, upon successful completion of the exam, the applicant shall not be granted certification until all requirements for one of the minimum qualifications options are completely satisfied. The applicant must obtain their last year of required experience within three calendar years of the administration date of the examination passed.

Two years of experience as an architect’s, engineer’s, owner’s, or local building official’s representative in building code-enforcement inspection of building construction or construction consistent with the DSA Class 1, 2 or 3 project classification with a valid certification as a residential combination or commercial building inspector by a state- or nationally-recognized organization, as accepted by DSA.

Possession of a valid California registration as a mechanical or electrical engineer and one year qualifying experience in construction observation of building systems; or,
Two years of qualifying experience as the lead project construction superintendent working on building projects or projects consistent with the DSA Class 1, 2 or 3 project classification.

Exception: Possession of a baccalaureate or higher in architecture, engineering, building inspection and/or construction may be substituted for one year of required experience. Possession of an associate’s degree in architecture, engineering, building inspection and/or construction may be substituted for six months of required experience. Experience may be substituted with completed college coursework in architecture, engineering, building inspection and/or construction on a month-for-month basis for a maximum of six months; or,

Two years of qualifying experience as a DSA certified Class 4 project inspector.
Possession of certification as a DSA Class 4 project inspector with one year minimum qualifying experience as a DSA Class 4 project inspector and any combination of one year of qualifying experience on building projects or projects consistent with the DSA Class 1, 2 or 3 project classification as:

A. an assistant project inspector; or

B. a special inspector (inspecting steel, concrete or

masonry construction with a valid certification from a state- or nationally-recognized organization, as accepted by DSA); or

C. a nonlicensed or nonregistered architect’s, engi neer’s, owner’s, or local building official’s representative in building code-enforcement inspection (with a valid certification as a commercial building inspector or residential combination inspector by a state or nationallyrecognized organization, as accepted by DSA); or

D. a journeyman or equivalent limited to working

in the carpentry, steel, concrete or masonry trades.

Exception: Possession of a baccalaureate or higher, associate’s degree, or completed college coursework in architecture, engineering, building inspection and/or construction may be substituted as part of the combined (i.e., non-Class 4) experience on a monthfor-month basis up to a maximum of one year; or,

Six years of relevant construction experience, including two years as a journeyman or equivalent experience level, limited to working in the carpentry, steel, concrete or masonry trades on building construction projects consistent with the DSA Class 1, 2 or 3 project classification.

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Exception: Two years of journeyman or equivalent experience may be substituted with possession of a baccalaureate or higher. One year of journeyman or equivalent experience may be substituted with possession of an associate’s degree. Journeyman or equivalent experience may be substituted with or completed college coursework in architecture, engineering, building inspection and/or construction on a month-for-month basis for up to a maximum of six months.

Possession of at least two valid special inspector certifications in steel, concrete, or masonry and four years of special inspector experience (inspecting steel, concrete or masonry construction). No more than two years of a single type (related to steel, concrete, or masonry) of special inspection experience can be used. An applicant for the certification examination or an inspector possessing a valid certificate issued by DSA, shall file changes of name, mailing address, email address or telephone number with the DSA headquarters office within 10 working days of that change. The information filed shall include the new and former name, mailing address, email address or telephone number.

Certification will be valid for a period of four years unless revoked in accordance with Section 4-342(d) or upgraded by achieving certification in a different class. Certification may be renewed by passing a recertification examination and attending DSA training classes that may include applicable continuing education courses acceptable to DSA that are presented by other entities acceptable to DSA.

rtification will be valid for a period of four years unless revoked in accordance with Section 4-342(d) or upgraded by achieving certification in a different class. Certification may be renewed by passing a recertification examination and attending DSA training classes that may include applicable continuing education courses acceptable to DSA that are presented by other entities acceptable to DSA.

DSA may charge an examination fee and training fee to recover reasonable costs.

An applicant for either the certification or recertification examination shall conduct his or her self during the examination in an ethical manner, with honesty and consideration for other examinees, shall not reveal examination contents with anyone during or after the examination, shall not falsify documents required for examination entrance and shall comply with published rules of the examination. Noncompliance may result in immediate expulsion from the examination without passage of any or all parts, forfeiture of fees, required payment of fines and other costs incurred by DSA in addressing the noncompliance, and nonentry to future certification or recertification examinations. Noncompliance by certified inspectors attempting to elevate their inspector classification may be cause for DSA to take disciplinary action in accordance with Section 4-342(d).

Authority: Education Code Sections 17310 and 81142. Reference: Education Code Sections 17311 and 81143.

4-334 Supervision by the Division of the State Architect.¶

4-334. Supervision by the Division of the State Architect. During construction, reconstruction, rehabilitation, repair, alteration of, or addition to any school building, DSA, as provided by the Act, shall make such site visits as in its judgment are necessary for proper enforcement of the Act and the protection of the safety of the pupils, the teachers and the public. If at any time as the work progresses, prior to the issuance of the certification of compliance it is found that modifications or changes are necessary to secure safety or to comply with

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code requirements, DSA shall notify the architect or registered engineer in general responsible charge, the contractor and the school district of the necessity for such modifications or changes.

Authority: Education Code Sections 17310 and 81142.

Reference: Education Code Sections 17311 and 81143.

HISTORY:

(OSA/SS 1/92) Regular order by the Office of the State Architect/ Structural Safety Section to amend Section 4-334, Part 1, Title 24, C.C.R. Filed with the Secretary of State on December 15, 1992; effective July 1, 1993. Approved by the California Building Standards Commission on December 9, 1992.

4-334.1 Stop work order.¶

4-334.1. Stop work order.

(a) Whenever DSA finds any construction work being performed in a manner contrary to the provisions of this code and that would compromise the structural integrity of the building, the Department of General Services, State of California, is authorized to issue a stop work order.

(b) The stop work order shall be in writing and shall be given to the owner of the property involved, or the owner’s agent, or the person doing the work. Upon issuance of a stop work order, the cited work shall immediately cease. The stop work order shall state the reason for the order, and the conditions under which the cited work will be permitted to resume.

(c) Any person who continues working on the cited work after having been served with a stop work order, except such work as that person is directed to perform to remove a violation or unsafe condition, shall be subject to penalties as prescribed by law.

Authority: Education Code Sections 17310 and 81142.

Reference: Education Code Sections 17307.5 and 81133.5.

4-335 Structural tests and special inspections.¶

4-335. Structural tests and special inspections.

(a) General. Structural tests and special inspections are required as set forth in these regulations and Part 2 of Title 24, C.C.R.

Whenever there is insufficient evidence of compliance with any of the provisions of Title 24, C.C.R., or evidence that any material or construction does not conform to the requirements of Title 24, C.C.R., DSA may require tests/inspections as proof of compliance to be made at no expense to DSA.

Test/inspection methods shall be as specified by Title 24, C.C.R. and by applicable referenced standards, as listed in Chapter 35 of Part 2 of Title 24, C.C.R. If there are no recognized and accepted test/inspection methods, the responsible architect or structural engineer shall submit written alternate test/inspection procedures for review and acceptance by DSA.

The school board shall, with the advice of the architect or registered engineer in general responsible charge, select the laboratory of record, acceptable to DSA in accordance with Section 4335.1, to conduct all required tests for the project, and special inspections that are contracted to the laboratory of record. The laboratory of record shall be directly employed by the school board and not be in the employ of any other agency or individual.

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All tests shall be made by a laboratory acceptable to DSA, as described in Section 4-335.1. Where job conditions warrant, the architect or registered engineer in general responsible charge may waive certain tests with the approval of DSA. The responsible architect or structural engineer shall prepare a statement of structural tests and special inspections, obtain DSA approval and provide a copy of the approved statement of structural tests and special inspections to the laboratory of record and the project inspector prior to the start of construction.

r in general responsible charge may waive certain tests with the approval of DSA. The responsible architect or structural engineer shall prepare a statement of structural tests and special inspections, obtain DSA approval and provide a copy of the approved statement of structural tests and special inspections to the laboratory of record and the project inspector prior to the start of construction.

(b) Payments. The school board shall pay for all tests/ inspections, but if so specified the amount or a portion thereof may be collected from the contractor by the school board. When in the opinion of the architect or registered engineer, additional tests/inspections are required because of the manner in which the contractor executes his or her work, such tests/inspections shall be paid for by the schoolboard, but if so specified the amount paid may be collected from the contractor by the school board. Examples of such tests/inspection are: tests of material substituted for previously accepted materials, retests or re-inspections made necessary by the failure of material to comply with the requirements of the approved construction documents and specifications, and load tests necessary because certain portions of the structure have not fully met specification or plan requirements.

(c) Sampling and testing of materials. Samples or specimens of material for testing shall be taken by a qualified representative of the laboratory of record. For a minor scope of work, the project inspector may, if qualified and other duties permit, be authorized in writing by DSA to obtain, handle, prepare, protect, transport and/or store test specimens.

In general, samples may be selected at random; however, if there is reason to believe that specific materials may be defective, sample locations may be selected by the project inspector, responsible architect or structural engineer or DSA representative. In no case shall the contractor or vendor select the sample location or obtain specimens.

Obtaining, handling, preparing, protecting, transporting or storing of samples and testing shall be in accordance with the standards as provided for in the approved plans, specifications and in the applicable building regulations.

In cases where a tested sample has failed to meet the requirements of the DSA approved documents, the responsible architect or structural engineer, subject to the approval of DSA, may permit retest of the material or in-place work.

(d) Test reporting requirements.

The laboratory of record shall complete detailed test reports outlining all structural material tests. Report format shall be as prescribed by DSA.
Reports shall include all tests made, regardless of whether such tests indicate that the material is satisfactory or nonconforming.
The reports shall clearly state that the material or materials were sampled and tested in accordance with the requirements of these regulations and the approved plans and specifications. Reports shall also clearly state whether or not the material or materials tested met the requirements of the DSA approved documents.

ether such tests indicate that the material is satisfactory or nonconforming. 3. The reports shall clearly state that the material or materials were sampled and tested in accordance with the requirements of these regulations and the approved plans and specifications. Reports shall also clearly state whether or not the material or materials tested met the requirements of the DSA approved documents.

All reports of tests performed on-site shall be submitted to the project inspector within one work day of the day the tests were performed.
Within 7 calendar days of the date of any material test, the laboratory of record shall submit all such test reports to the design professional in general responsible charge, the structural engineer, the project inspector, the contractor and the school district. The laboratory of record shall provide test reports to DSA when requested.
Reports of material tests not conforming with the requirements of the DSA approved documents shall be forwarded immediately to DSA, the design professional in general responsible charge, the structural engineer, the project inspector, the contractor and the school district.

(e) Verified reports by the laboratory of record. The laboratory of record shall submit a verified report to DSA, and provide a copy to the architect or registered engineer in general responsible charge, the school board and the project inspector, covering all of the tests and special inspections that were required to be made by that laboratory. Such report shall be furnished within 14 days of the completion of the testing/special inspection program, whenever required by DSA, or any time that work on the project is suspended, or services of the laboratory of record are terminated. The report shall cover the tests and special inspections completed at that time.

The verified report shall be signed, under penalty of perjury, by the California registered civil engineer charged with engineering managerial responsibility for the laboratory of record. The verified report shall state that the structural tests and special inspections required by the DSA approved documents were made. The report shall include a list of any noncompliant material or inspected work that has not been resolved by the date of the verified report. Any required tests or special inspection work that was not conducted by the laboratory of record shall be listed on the verified report, with an explanation why they were not performed.

(f) Special inspection. A special inspector shall not be less than 25 years of age, shall have had at least three years of experience in construction work or special inspection work on one or more projects similar to the project for which the inspector is applying, shall have a thorough knowledge of the building materials of his or her specialty and shall be able to read and interpret plans and specifications.

pection.** A special inspector shall not be less than 25 years of age, shall have had at least three years of experience in construction work or special inspection work on one or more projects similar to the project for which the inspector is applying, shall have a thorough knowledge of the building materials of his or her specialty and shall be able to read and interpret plans and specifications.

DSA may require evidence of the proposed special inspector’s knowledge and experience by requiring proof of valid certification, as appropriate, from national, regional, or state authorities and/or by successful completion of a written and/ or oral examination by the applicant before approval is granted. DSA may charge a fee to administer such examinations. DSA will maintain a list of special inspectors who have successfully completed an examination by DSA, and continued eligibility to remain on that list will be dependent on demonstrated acceptable performance of duties assigned and/ or attendance at continuing education classes.

Special inspectors shall be employed by the laboratory of record or contract individually and directly with the school board.

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A. Special inspectors employed by laboratory of

record.

Assignment to a project: Special inspectors employed by the laboratory of record, under the supervision of the laboratory’s engineering manager, do not require DSA project specific approval.

Supervision: Supervision of special inspectors employed by the laboratory of record shall be provided by the engineering manager, whose supervision duties shall include but are not limited to the following tasks:

(i) Providing oversight and responsible control of special inspection services and associated report documents.

(ii) Verifying that special inspectors meet all

employment requirements and possess the training, education, technical knowledge, experience and/or certifications necessary to perform the duties assigned. The engineering manager shall also ensure that records of relevant certifications, qualifications, training and experience of inspection personnel are maintained at the laboratory facility and made available upon request to DSA.

(iii) Verifying that special inspectors conduct the

required field-related services in strict accordance with DSA approved documents and applicable standards.

(iv) Monitoring special inspection activities to

assure that the qualified special inspector is performing his or her duties as required.

(v) Verifying that special inspectors properly docu

ment their activities, and that reports and logs are prepared and distributed in accordance with these regulations. B. Special inspectors who contract individually and

directly with the school board.

Approval for a project: The school board, or architect or registered engineer in general responsible charge shall secure DSA approval for special inspectors as required prior to commencement of work for which special inspection is required.

Supervision: The duties of the architect or registered engineer in general responsible charge in directing the special inspector shall include but are not limited to the following tasks:

(i) Verifying that special inspectors possess the training, education and/or certifications necessary to perform the duties assigned.

(ii) Verifying that special inspectors conduct the

required special inspection services in strict accordance with DSA approved documents and applicable standards.

(iii) Monitoring special inspection activities to

assure that the qualified special inspector is performing his or her duties as required.

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(iv) Verifying that special inspectors properly docu ment their activities, and that reports and logs are prepared and distributed in accordance with these regulations.

(v) Verifying that all special inspectors working

under the direction of the design professional have filed verified reports as prescribed by Section 4-336(c), and that all code-required special inspections were completed.

The acceptance or approval of special inspectors may be withdrawn by DSA if the special inspector fails to comply with any part of these regulations or the applicable inspection-related referenced standards on the approved plans and specification.
The duties of the special inspector shall include but are not limited to the following:

A. Review and comprehend all applicable DSA

approved construction documents, shop drawings, requirements of applicable code and code referenced standards.

B. Perform the inspections in conformance with the

requirements of the DSA approved documents, applicable code and code referenced standards.

C. Verify whether or not the work conforms to the

requirements of the DSA approved documents, applicable code and code referenced standards.

D. The special inspector shall not accept any deviation

from the DSA approved documents unless the revision has been approved by DSA.

E. Report in writing immediately any work that the

special inspector deems nonconforming, and that is not immediately corrected upon notifying the contractor. Submit the report to the project inspector, DSA, the, architect or registered engineer in general responsible charge, the structural engineer delegated responsible charge for observation of construction, the contractor and the school district.

F. Complete and submit all required reports, as set

forth in sub-section 4 below.

G. Special inspectors who contract individually and

directly with the school district shall maintain records of all special inspections on a job-by-job basis for at least six (6) years, and shall make such records available to the school district, design professional in responsible charge and DSA upon request. Such records shall include all special inspection reports, noted deficiencies and dates of resolution of such deficiencies, verified reports, photographs, and such other information as may be appropriate to establish the sufficiency of the inspection program.

Inspection reporting requirements:

A. Special inspector daily reports. Special inspectors

shall prepare detailed daily inspection reports outlining the work inspected and shall forward a copy of

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the report to the project inspector within one day of the day the inspections were performed.

Reports indicating materials or workmanship found to be nonconforming with the requirements of the DSA approved documents shall be forwarded immediately to the project inspector, DSA, the architect or registered engineer in general responsible charge, the structural engineer delegated responsible charge for observation of construction, the contractor and the school district.

Within 7 days of the date of any special inspection, the special inspector shall submit copies of all daily reports to the school district, the architect or registered engineer in general responsible charge, the structural engineer delegated responsible charge for observation of construction, the contractor and the project inspector. The special inspector shall provide daily reports to DSA when requested.

Report format shall be as prescribed by DSA. Reports shall clearly state whether the work was inspected in accordance with the requirements of the DSA approved documents for the project. Reports shall also clearly state whether the work inspected met the requirements of the DSA approved documents. Reports shall include all special inspections made regardless of whether such inspections indicate that the work is satisfactory or nonconforming.

B. Special inspector verified report. Each special

inspector who contracts individually and directly with the school board shall complete a verified report, as required by Section 4-336, and submit it to DSA, the architect or registered engineer in general responsible charge, the structural engineer delegated responsible charge for observation of construction, the school board and the project inspector. Such report shall be furnished within 14 days of the conclusion of work requiring special inspection, whenever required by DSA, or any time that work on the project is suspended, or services of the special inspector are terminated. The report shall cover the special inspection work completed at that time.

The verified report shall indicate that all special inspections were made as required by the approved plans and specifications, and shall list any noncompliant work that has not been resolved by the date of the verified report. Any required special inspections that were not conducted by the special inspector shall be listed on the verified report, with an explanation.

Authority: Education Code Sections 17310 and 81142.

Reference: Education Code Sections 17309 and 81141.

HISTORY:

(OSA/SS 1/92) Regular order by the Office of the State Architect/ Structural Safety Section to amend Section 4-335, Part 1, Title 24, C.C.R. Filed with the Secretary of State on December 15, 1992; effective July 1, 1993. Approved by the California Building Standards Commission on December 9, 1992.

4-335.1 DSA Laboratory Evaluation and Acceptance¶

4-335.1. DSA Laboratory Evaluation and Acceptance program.

(a) General. Laboratories conducting any special inspection, testing, or obtaining, handling, preparing, protecting, transporting or storing of samples must be accepted by the DSA Laboratory Evaluation and Acceptance (LEA) program. A laboratory may apply for DSA acceptance by submitting an application on a form prescribed by DSA, along with supporting documentation, to DSA. Upon receipt of a valid application, DSA shall evaluate the laboratory to verify that requirements of these regulations are met and that engineering managerial and supervisory staff are familiar with Title 24, C.C.R. requirements pertinent to materials testing and special inspection.

A letter of acceptance by DSA shall be issued to the laboratory and shall state that the laboratory has demonstrated that it has met the criteria established by DSA for performance of material testing and special inspection of work under DSA jurisdiction. A list of accepted LEA laboratories showing the types of tests and inspections for which they have been approved shall be posted on the DSA website.

(b) To qualify for acceptance, a laboratory shall comply with the following requirements:

Qualification criteria. The laboratory shall obtain and maintain accreditation for ASTM E329-11: Standard Specification for Agencies Engaged in Construction Inspection, Testing, or Special Inspection, through required evaluation and accreditation as described below.

Other nationally recognized evaluation services or accreditation bodies, equivalent to those indicated below, may be accepted by DSA with prior approval. A. The laboratory shall receive on-site assessments and

quality system evaluations by the American Association of State Highway and Transportation Officials (AASHTO) re:source and/or the Cement and Concrete Reference Laboratory (CCRL).

B. The laboratory shall maintain accreditation from the

AASHTO Accreditation Program (AAP).

In addition, the laboratory must maintain accreditation for the following standards, as applicable: ASTM C1077 (Aggregate), ASTM C1077 (Concrete), ASTM C1093 (Masonry) and ASTM D3740 (Soil).

The laboratory shall maintain participation in applicable AASHTO re:source and CCRL proficiency sample programs.

The laboratory must authorize the release of accreditation, assessment and proficiency sample testing information to DSA.

Laboratory structure. Each laboratory facility shall employ a full-time engineering manager who is a State of California registered civil engineer. The engineering manager shall possess a minimum of 5 years of relevant experience in the inspection and testing industry and hold a management position in the company. All test

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ing and special inspection services shall be performed under the engineering manager’s general supervision. The engineering manager shall be responsible for ensuring that all technicians and special inspectors employed by the laboratory are appropriately trained, qualified and certified in their area of expertise. The engineering manager may not be employed by any other DSA accepted laboratory that provides special inspection or testing services on DSA regulated projects. Administration and business practices of the laboratory shall comply with all relevant California State and Federal laws.

Supervision. Supervision by the engineering manager shall include but is not limited to the following tasks: A. Providing oversight and responsible control of all

field and laboratory testing services, special inspection services and associated report documents.

B. Verifying that technicians and special inspectors

meet all employment requirements and possess the training, education and/or certifications necessary to perform the duties assigned.

C. Verifying that qualified technicians and special

inspectors conduct the required laboratory and fieldrelated services in strict accordance with DSA approved documents and applicable standards.

D. On-site monitoring of the special inspection activi ties to assure that the qualified special inspector is performing his or her duties as required. Frequency of the visits shall be determined by the engineering manager, who shall consider the size and complexity of the project.

E. Verifying that special inspectors properly document

their activities, and that reports and logs are prepared and distributed in accordance with these regulations.

Limitation of duties. LEA laboratory activities are specifically limited to those tests/special inspections for which the laboratory has been approved and for which it has satisfied the requirements set forth in these regulations. No laboratory shall conduct any test or special inspections for which the laboratory is not qualified or approved by DSA to perform. The laboratory of record may subcontract tests/special inspections for which it is not approved to another LEA accepted laboratory possessing that approval.
Equipment and tools. A DSA accepted laboratory shall have adequate facilities, equipment, personnel expertise and technical references to permit the performance of testing and special inspections in compliance with applicable national standards and regulations. The laboratory shall possess and maintain all tools and equipment required to perform the specific tests and special inspections for which it is approved. Such tools and equipment shall be maintained and calibrated periodically in accordance with applicable nationally accepted standards.

erformance of testing and special inspections in compliance with applicable national standards and regulations. The laboratory shall possess and maintain all tools and equipment required to perform the specific tests and special inspections for which it is approved. Such tools and equipment shall be maintained and calibrated periodically in accordance with applicable nationally accepted standards.

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Documentation. A laboratory shall maintain records of all tests and special inspections on a job-by-job basis for at least six (6) years, and shall make such records available to the school board, design professional in responsible charge and DSA upon request. Such records shall include all laboratory test reports, special inspection reports, noted deficiencies and dates of resolution of such deficiencies, verified reports, photographs, and such other information as may be appropriate to establish the sufficiency of the testing/ special inspection program.

The laboratory’s engineering manager shall review test and special inspection reports and progress reports for conformance of inspected work with the approved plans, specifications and workmanship provisions of the California Building Code (CBC) and referenced standards. Such supervision and control shall be evidenced by the engineering manager’s signature and seal on the verified reports required by these regulations.

Obligation to avoid conflict of interest. Laboratories shall not engage in any activities that may conflict with their objective judgment and integrity, including but not limited to having a financial and/or other interest in the construction, installation, manufacture or maintenance of structures or components that they inspect, test, verify, or certify.
Evaluations. The qualifications and capabilities of testing laboratories statewide are subject to evaluation by DSA LEA program personnel. Evaluations occur upon application for initial acceptance, application for renewal, a change in responsible engineering manager, laboratory location, supervisory personnel, and company name and/or services. Evaluations may include but are not limited to a review of the application submittal, consultation with the engineering manager as well as an on-site examination/evaluation of the quality system, equipment, personnel and records.
Audits. The operations of a DSA accepted laboratory may be subject to audit by DSA. Audits may occur upon receipt of complaints or evidence of failure by the laboratory to meet the requirements of these regulations. Audits may include but are not limited to the following: review of LEA program records, project specific records, on-site examination of equipment, and records of special inspection and testing services. An audit may result in a requirement that the laboratory be re-evaluated.

y occur upon receipt of complaints or evidence of failure by the laboratory to meet the requirements of these regulations. Audits may include but are not limited to the following: review of LEA program records, project specific records, on-site examination of equipment, and records of special inspection and testing services. An audit may result in a requirement that the laboratory be re-evaluated.

Obligation to cooperate with inquiries. All accepted laboratories shall cooperate in any investigation by DSA into the activities at any school project site or fabricating/manufacturing facility for which they have provided special inspection and/or testing services and shall provide prompt, accurate and complete responses to reasonable inquiries by DSA and other appropriate individuals or agencies. (c) Duration of LEA laboratory acceptance. Acceptance will remain valid for a period of four years unless approval is

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withdrawn for failure to comply with the requirements of these regulations. Examples of such failure include, but are not limited to:

Making changes in engineering management, supervisory personnel, laboratory location, major equipment, or other key factors without prior notification to the DSA LEA program.
Failing to have the laboratory facility evaluated and accredited as outlined in Section 335(b)1, as applicable to services offered.
Reporting that materials and/or workmanship meet the requirements of DSA approved documents when they do not.
Failing to sample, handle and/or test materials as required by the approved documents, code and referenced standards.
Utilizing technicians or special inspectors that do not meet the qualification and/or certification requirements.
Failing to adequately supervise technicians and/or special inspectors.
Failing to comply with any of the other requirements of these regulations or the DSA approved documents for a project. (d) Fees for testing laboratory evaluation. DSA may charge a fee to cover the costs of evaluating and re-evaluating the laboratory. DSA reserves the right to visit, audit and observe the laboratories.

Authority: Education Code Sections 17310 and 81142. Reference: Education Code Sections 17309 and 81141.

4-336 Verified reports.¶

4-336. Verified reports.

(a) General. As the work of construction progresses, the architect or registered engineer in general responsible charge of observation of construction of the work, each architect or registered engineer delegated responsibility for a portion of observation of construction of the work, the project inspector, the geotechnical engineer, the laboratory of record, approved special inspectors contracting individually and directly with the school board, and the contractor shall each make and sign under penalty of perjury, a duly verified report to DSA and provide a copy of the same report to the project inspector. The verified report shall be made upon a prescribed form or forms attesting that of his or her own personal knowledge the work during the period covered by the report has been performed and materials have been used and installed in every material respect in compliance with the duly approved plans and specifications, and setting forth such detailed statements of fact as shall be required.

The term “personal knowledge” as applied to an architect or registered engineer means the personal knowledge that is obtained from periodic visits of reasonable frequency to the project site for the purpose of general observation of the work, and that is obtained from the reporting of others on the progress of the work, testing of materials, inspection and superintendence of the work. The exercise of reasonable diligence to obtain the facts is required.

The term “personal knowledge” as applied to the project inspector means the actual personal knowledge that is obtained from the inspector’s personal continuous inspection of the work in all stages of its progress. For work performed away from the site, the project inspector may obtain personal knowledge from the reporting of testing or special inspection of materials and workmanship for compliance with approved plans, specifications and applicable standards. The exercise of reasonable diligence to obtain the facts is required.

The term “personal knowledge” as applied to a special inspector means the actual personal knowledge that is obtained from the inspector’s personal inspection of the work assigned. The verified report shall clearly describe the work assigned to each individual special inspector. The exercise of reasonable diligence to obtain the facts is required.

The term “personal knowledge” as applied to the contractor means the personal knowledge gained from constructing the building. The exercise of reasonable diligence to obtain the facts is required.

(b) Verified report form. Verified reports shall be made on specific forms prescribed by DSA.

By each contractor having a contract with the school board, at the completion of the contract.
By the architect, registered engineers and project inspector at the completion of construction as determined acceptable to DSA.
By the architect, registered engineers, engineering manager of the laboratory of record, as required by Section 4-335(e), project inspector, and approved special inspectors contracting individually and directly with the school board, at the suspension of all work for a period of more than one month and at identified milestones of completed construction prescribed by DSA.
By the project inspector when any building included in the scope of the project is occupied or re-occupied.
By any of the following, whenever their services in connection with the project have been terminated for any reason: the architect or registered engineer in general responsible charge, engineering manager of the laboratory of record, project inspector, approved special inspector contracting individually and directly with the school board, or the contractor.
By the responsible geotechnical engineer, as required by Section 4-333(a), upon completion of his or her duties.
By the engineering manager of the laboratory of record, as required by Section 4-335(e), at the completion of the testing program.
By the approved special inspector contracting individually and directly with the school board at the conclusion of work requiring special inspection.

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By any party listed above at any time a verified report is requested by DSA.

Authority: Education Code Sections 17310 and 81142.

Reference: Education Code Sections 17309 and 81141.

HISTORY:

(OSA/SS 1/92) Regular order by the Office of the State Architect/ Structural Safety Section to amend Section 4-336, Part 1, Title 24, C.C.R. Filed with the Secretary of State on December 15, 1992; effective July 1, 1993. Approved by the California Building Standards Commission on December 9, 1992.

4-337 Semimonthly reports. In addition to the verified¶

4-337. Semimonthly reports. In addition to the verified reports (Section 4-336) the project inspector shall make semimonthly reports of the progress of construction to the architect or registered engineer in general responsible charge and the structural engineer if delegated to observe the structural portion of the construction. A copy of each such report shall be sent to the school board and DSA, and a copy kept in the project inspector’s job file.

Semimonthly reports shall state the name of the building, the school and the school district, and give the file and application number. The reports shall include a list of official visitors to the project and whom they represent, a brief statement of the work done, instructions received from the architect or registered engineer during the period covered by the report and pertinent information regarding any unusual conditions or questions that may have arisen at the job. The semimonthly report shall include problems or noncomplying conditions that have occurred on the project and how they were resolved or brought into compliance. Failure to comply with this section, in a timely manner, may be cause for DSA to withdraw approval of the inspector.

Authority: Education Code Sections 17310 and 81142.

Reference: Education Code Sections 17280, 17309, 17310, 81130, 81141 and 81142.

HISTORY:

(OSA/SS 1/92) Regular order by the Office of the State Architect/ Structural Safety Section to amend Section 4-337, Part 1, Title 24, C.C.R. Filed with the Secretary of State on December 15, 1992; effective July 1, 1993. Approved by the California Building Standards Commission on December 9, 1992.

4-338 Addenda and construction changes.¶

4-338. Addenda and construction changes.

(a) General. Work shall be executed in accordance with the approved plans, addenda and construction change documents. Changes in the plans and specifications shall be made by addenda or construction change documents approved by DSA. [See Section 4-318(b).]

(b) Addenda. Changes of the approved plans or specifications made during the bidding phase and prior to letting a construction contract for the work involved shall be made by means of addenda. Addenda for changes to the structural, accessibility or fire-life safety portions of the project shall be submitted to and approved by DSA prior to commencement of the work shown thereon. Addenda shall refer to the portions of the approved plans and specifications being changed; clearly describe the work to be accomplished; and, where necessary, be accompanied by supplementary drawings, technical data and calculations. Addenda shall be numbered sequentially for easy reference. All addenda shall be stamped

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and signed by the architect or registered engineer in general responsible charge.

If required by DSA, all other addenda shall be submitted to the DSA for concurrence that they do not contain changes to the structural, accessibility and/or fire-life safety portions of the project.

(c) Construction changes. Changes of the approved plans or specifications after a contract for the work has been let shall be made by means of construction change documents. Construction change documents for changes to the structural, accessibility or fire-life safety portions of the project shall be submitted to and approved by DSA prior to commencement of the work shown thereon. Construction change documents shall refer to the portions of the approved plans and specifications being changed; clearly describe the work to be accomplished; and, where necessary, be accompanied by supplementary drawings, technical data and calculations. Construction change documents shall be numbered sequentially for easy reference. All construction change documents shall be stamped and signed by the architect or engineer in general responsible charge, or by the architect or registered engineer delegated responsibility for the portion of the work of construction affected by the change.

If required by DSA, all other construction change documents shall be submitted to the DSA for concurrence that they do not contain changes to the structural, accessibility and/or fire-life safety portions of the project.

Authority: Education Code Sections 17310 and 81142.

Reference: Education Code Sections 17927 and 81134.

HISTORY:

(OSA/SS 1/92) Regular order by the Office of the State Architect/ Structural Safety Section to amend Section 4-338, Part 1, Title 24, C.C.R. Filed with the Secretary of State on December 15, 1992; effective July 1, 1993. Approved by the California Building Standards Commission on December 9, 1992.

4-339 Final certification of construction. The certification¶

4-339. Final certification of construction. The certification of compliance by DSA for public school building projects will be issued when the work has been completed in accordance with the requirements as to safety of design and construction of Sections 17280-17316 and 81130-81147 of the Education Code. The final certification of compliance will not be issued until the school board has filed a notice of completion and has filed a statement of final actual project cost as identified in Section 4-322, and has paid all required fees to the Department of General Services.

The certification by DSA may be evidenced either by letter or by certificate. A certificate of compliance will, in general, be issued only for large new projects where the board may desire to display such certificate in a conspicuous place. The letter or certificate of compliance will be directed to the school board.

Authority: Education Code Sections 17310 and 81142.

Reference: Education Code Sections 17310 and 81142.

HISTORY:

(OSA/SS 1/92) Regular order by the Office of the State Architect/ Structural Safety Section to amend Section 4-339, Part 1, Title 24, C.C.R. Filed with the Secretary of State on December 15, 1992; effective July 1, 1993. Approved by the California Building Standards Commission on December 9, 1992.

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