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Division 01 – General
Building Layout ƒ general layout - dimensions Architect
(surveyor’s drawing)
Construction Sign and ƒ design Architect
Hoarding Drawings ƒ colour
ƒ construction
ƒ location - dimensions
ƒ capacity of sign to withstand Structural
lateral forces from wind Engineer
loads
Scaffolding ƒ general layout and location Architect
ƒ design and connections Structural
Engineer
Division 31 and 32 – Site Work
Excavation ƒ location Architect
(shoring, bracing, and sheet piling) ƒ design, including calculations Structural
ƒ construction Engineer
ƒ dimensions - levels
Piling ƒ locations Structural
(caissons and piles) ƒ dimensions and sizes Engineer
ƒ reinforcing
ƒ welding
ƒ design
ƒ transition caps
ƒ concrete strength
ƒ elevations and levels
- as-built drawings
Site Furnishings ƒ colour Architect
ƒ finish
ƒ layout and dimensions
Pre-cast Curbs ƒ dimensions and sizes Architect
ƒ shape
ƒ holes for ground rods
ƒ locations and quantity
ƒ finish
- weep holes
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Pre-cast Unit Pavers ƒ dimensions and sizes Architect
ƒ shape
ƒ finish
ƒ joint details and location
ƒ extent of unit pavers
ƒ materials
- base and/or support
Division 03 – Concrete
Cast-in-Place Concrete ƒ reinforcing (size, location, Structural
quality) Engineer
ƒ location of elements
ƒ concrete strength
ƒ dimensions of elements
ƒ opening sizes
ƒ spans
ƒ footing levels
- stepped footing
ƒ construction joints Architect
ƒ expansion joints
ƒ slab depressions
ƒ recesses
ƒ form tie pattern and spacing
ƒ dimensions
ƒ size and location of openings
ƒ waterproofing recesses and
joints
ƒ stepped walls
ƒ weep holes
ƒ mechanical and electrical
services locations
Pre-cast Concrete ƒ reinforcing (size, location, Structural
quantity) Engineer
ƒ connection and bearing
ƒ details and location
ƒ concrete strength
ƒ provisions for lifting
ƒ materials Architect
ƒ dimensions and sizes
ƒ shape
ƒ location
ƒ finish and colour (sample)
ƒ drips
ƒ reglets
ƒ joint details
ƒ anchor bolts and/or inserts
for other materials
ƒ waterproofing
ƒ openings
ƒ mechanical and electrical
services locations
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Division 04 – Masonry
Masonry Walls ƒ masonry units Architect
(mock-ups sometimes required) ƒ mortar colour and texture
ƒ joint tooling technique
ƒ joint size
ƒ coursing
ƒ masonry ties
Division 05 – Metals
Structural Steel ƒ grades of steel Structural
(loads) ƒ anchor bolt plan layout and Engineer
dimensions
ƒ dimensions and sizes of
members
ƒ specific deviations from grid
lines
ƒ heights and levels of beams
ƒ connection details
ƒ base plate details
ƒ anchors required for other
materials
ƒ size and location of openings
through members
ƒ bearing details
ƒ expansion joint details
ƒ painting
ƒ framing around openings
ƒ lintels
ƒ provision for future additions
ƒ fireproofing (sample)
ƒ dimensions Architect
ƒ method of fireproofing
(sample) and/or rated
assembly
ƒ finish (sample)
Steel Joists ƒ engineering certificate Structural
ƒ sizes Engineer
ƒ spacing and location
ƒ bearing details
ƒ bracing and/or bridging
locations
ƒ bottom chord extensions
ƒ mechanical services locations Architect
ƒ finish
Metal Decking ƒ type Structural
ƒ gauge of metal Engineer
ƒ finish
ƒ fastenings
ƒ location of openings and
framing
ƒ location and details of
closure plates
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Metal Fabrications, Miscellaneous ƒ location Architect
Metals, Metal Stairs and Railings, ƒ dimensions and sizes
Ornamental Metal ƒ finish
ƒ hangers and fastening details
ƒ construction and installation
ƒ material
ƒ railing expansion joints
ƒ compliance with codes with
respect to resistance to
horizontal and vertical loads
Load-bearing Metal Stud Framing ƒ gauge and galvanic finish Structural
ƒ spacing Engineer
ƒ connection details
Division 06 – Wood and Plastics
Timber Framing and Prefabricated ƒ engineering certificate Structural
Structural Wood ƒ sizes Engineer
ƒ spacing and location
ƒ bearing details
ƒ bracing and/or bridging
locations
ƒ connections
ƒ finish Architect
ƒ exposed connection design
ƒ mechanical services locations
Architectural Woodwork and ƒ design Architect
Millwork ƒ dimensions and sizes
ƒ location
ƒ material (species, grain
direction, and pattern)
ƒ finish (sample)
ƒ mechanical and electrical
services locations
ƒ construction and installation
ƒ hardware and location
ƒ interference between
hardware and door or
drawer operation
ƒ plastic laminate (sample)
Division 07 – Thermal and Moisture Protection
Metal Cladding ƒ profile Architect
ƒ material construction
ƒ finish and colour
ƒ dimensions and sizes
ƒ openings
ƒ installation details
ƒ fixing details to structure
ƒ cladding support system
ƒ weatherproofing (flashing,
sealing, etc.)
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Roof Insulation (tapered) ƒ thickness Architect
ƒ locations of penetrations
ƒ slope
Exterior Insulation and Finish ƒ insulation Architect
Systems ƒ colour (sample)
ƒ finish (sample)
ƒ expansion and control joints
ƒ decorative features
ƒ reinforcement details
Division 08 – Doors and Windows
Doors and Frames ƒ material Architect
(fire ratings) ƒ construction
ƒ finish
ƒ location
ƒ dimensions and sizes
ƒ size of undercut
ƒ glass and louvre openings
ƒ finishing hardware locations
ƒ door swings
ƒ frame profiles
ƒ frame installation details
ƒ fire ratings
ƒ bumpers
Aluminum Doors, Frames and ƒ location Architect
Screens ƒ type
ƒ dimensions and sizes
ƒ frame profile
ƒ anchorages
ƒ location with respect to wall
thickness
ƒ transom panel
ƒ finishing hardware location
ƒ door swings
ƒ construction
ƒ grilles
ƒ finish
ƒ gauge of material
ƒ bumpers
ƒ reinforcing for hardware
ƒ astragal
ƒ rebate sizes
ƒ stop location and size
ƒ door head frame wide
enough for specified
hardware
ƒ glazing
Windows ƒ profile Architect
ƒ sizes
ƒ material
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ƒ finish
ƒ location in relation to wall
thickness
ƒ sealant at perimeter of frame
ƒ anchorages
ƒ tolerances for structural
movement, especially at
head
ƒ material thickness
ƒ insect screen
ƒ opening and locking
mechanism
ƒ weeping holes
ƒ glazing (type)
ƒ weather bars if specified
ƒ sill detail
ƒ fixed and operable window
section
Hardware (schedules) ƒ type Architect
ƒ finish
ƒ location
ƒ function
ƒ fire rating
ƒ keying system
ƒ electrical requirements Electrical
Engineer
Division 09 – Finishes

Generally, shop drawings are not supplied, unless

required, except for special treatment such
as travertine walls, marble floors, etc., where
joint lines and grain direction are important. All
finishes are normally approved based on material
samples submitted to the architect for reviewing
against the specifications and colour schedule.

Special Finishes or Treatment ƒ material Architect

ƒ finish
ƒ location
ƒ extent of application
ƒ joint type location, size and
detail
ƒ panel sizes
ƒ grain direction and pattern
ƒ base, ceiling and corner
details
ƒ fixing and location
ƒ location and size of openings
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Carpeting and Resilient Flooring ƒ location Architect
ƒ access to electrical
underfloor duct system
ƒ installation and accessories
ƒ seam locations and pattern
direction
Division 10 – Specialities
Manufactured Specialties ƒ finish and colour Architect
ƒ location
ƒ fixing details
ƒ construction
ƒ dimensions and sizes
ƒ material
ƒ gauges
ƒ dimensions and sizes
Washroom Accessories ƒ type Architect
ƒ finish and colour
ƒ fixings
ƒ construction
ƒ materials
ƒ gauges
ƒ dimensions and sizes
Toilet Partitions ƒ location Architect
ƒ type
ƒ dimensions and sizes
ƒ material
ƒ finish and colour
ƒ reinforcing for accessories
ƒ door swing
ƒ hardware
ƒ construction
ƒ gauges
Signs and Directories ƒ location Architect
ƒ dimensions and sizes
ƒ construction
ƒ finish and colour
ƒ material
ƒ fixings
ƒ electrical and mechanical
services locations if
applicable
ƒ access
ƒ glazing
ƒ lettering
Division 11 – Equipment
Special Equipment ƒ location Architect
(e.g., kitchen equipment) ƒ clearances required around
computers, controls,
equipment for maintenance
machinery, lifts, etc.
ƒ access for replacement
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ƒ loading and vibration Structural
ƒ dimensions and sizes Engineer
ƒ finish and colour
ƒ installation details (isolation –
structure, sound, heat)
ƒ mechanical services, sizes Mechanical
and location Engineer
ƒ electrical services, sizes and Electrical
location Engineer
Division 12 – Furnishings
Blinds and Window Treatment ƒ type Architect
ƒ finish and colour
ƒ fixings
ƒ dimensions and sizes
ƒ operation
Division 13 – Special Construction
Special Construction ƒ location Architect
ƒ extent
ƒ material
ƒ dimensions and sizes
ƒ construction
ƒ finish and colour
ƒ installation
ƒ clearances
ƒ presence of electrical
services
ƒ presence of mechanical
services
Division 14 – Conveying Systems
Elevators, Lifts and Dumbwaiters ƒ shaft construction Architect and
ƒ shaft sizes Structural
ƒ clearances and heights Engineer
ƒ door frame details and
finishes
ƒ cab sizes
ƒ design and finish of cab
ƒ design, finish and location of
name plates, push buttons,
hall indicators, etc.
ƒ equipment location
ƒ shaft projections
ƒ number of stops
ƒ operation (firefighters’
elevator)
ƒ imposed loads
ƒ sizes of structural members,
hoist beams, etc.
ƒ bearing of load capacity
members
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ƒ shaft and machine room Mechanical
ventilation requirements Engineer
ƒ electrical services and Electrical
equipment and location of Engineer
same
Escalators ƒ location Architect and
ƒ size of floor openings Structural
ƒ escalator dimensions Engineer
ƒ material
ƒ finish and colour
ƒ access
ƒ installation details with
respect to adjacent areas
ƒ clearances around escalators
ƒ imposed loads Structural
ƒ sizes of structural members, Engineer
hoist beams, etc.
ƒ bearing of load capacity
members
ƒ electrical services and Electrical
equipment and location of Engineer
same
Pneumatic Tube System ƒ tube runs and tube sizes Architect
ƒ station location
ƒ station design
ƒ materials
ƒ finish and colour
ƒ operation and speed
ƒ construction
ƒ openings required in
structure
ƒ exhaust and its location
ƒ station interconnections
ƒ accessories such as carriers,
speed controllers
ƒ type of sending and receiving
terminals
ƒ station access for
maintenance
Conveyors ƒ shaft dimensions
ƒ shaft construction
ƒ conveyor routing
ƒ material
ƒ finish and colour
ƒ clearances
ƒ dimensions and sizes
ƒ access for maintenance
ƒ operation
ƒ number of stations and
location
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Divisions 21, 22 and 23 – Mechanical
Sprinkler Systems ƒ location and spacing Architect and
ƒ finish Mechanical
ƒ special requirements Engineer

ƒ conformity with NFPA and Mechanical

insurance underwriter Engineer
standards
ƒ pressure and flow
ƒ calculations based on correct
data
ƒ design
ƒ equipment and pipe sizes
ƒ water storage tanks, pumps,
valves
ƒ sprinkler control trees
ƒ clearances, access
ƒ supports, foundations

Plumbing Fixtures ƒ colour Architect and

ƒ controls Mechanical
ƒ mounting and installation Engineer
requirements
ƒ quantity Mechanical
ƒ roughing-in requirements Engineer
ƒ connections
HVAC Units ƒ size and weight Structural
Engineer
ƒ location and required Architect and
openings Mechanical
Engineer
ƒ all performance data Mechanical
Engineer
ƒ controls and electrical Electrical
requirements Engineer
Boiler Room Equipment (boilers, ƒ size and clearances Architect,
pumps, tanks) ƒ installation and mounting Structural
requirements Engineer and
ƒ louvres and ventilation sizes Mechanical
Engineer
ƒ size and weight Structural
ƒ location of openings Engineer
ƒ clearances, heights
ƒ all performance data Mechanical
Engineer
ƒ controls Electrical
ƒ power, panels, shut-offs Engineer
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Diffusers ƒ colour Architect
ƒ finish
ƒ louvre direction
ƒ other features (dampers, Mechanical
etc.) Engineer
Division 25, 26 and 27 – Electrical
Light Fixtures ƒ quantity Architect
ƒ colour
ƒ finish
ƒ options
ƒ location
ƒ lamps
ƒ lamps Electrical
ƒ performance and installation Engineer
Distribution Equipment ƒ location and size Architect
ƒ clearances
ƒ all features Electrical
Engineer
Fire Alarm System, Security System ƒ location of components Architect
and Communications System ƒ size and colour
ƒ all features Electrical
ƒ quantity Engineer
ƒ rough-in requirements