CSLB General Building (B)Planning and EstimatingMedium
A contractor has completed excavation and placed the rebar for a foundation footing. Before proceeding to pour concrete, which inspection must be requested and approved?
- AFinal building inspection
- BRough electrical inspection
- CFooting or foundation inspection
- DFraming inspection
Show answer & explanationAnswer & explanation
Correct answer: C. Footing or foundation inspection
The footing or foundation inspection verifies excavation depth, rebar placement, and forms before concrete is poured, since once poured the reinforcement cannot be visually verified. This inspection is required before any concrete placement.
Why the other options are wrong
- A. The final inspection occurs at project completion, long after foundation work.
- B. Electrical rough-in occurs much later, after framing is complete.
- D. Framing inspection happens after the structural frame is erected, not during foundation work.
Footing Inspection Sequence
An inspection required after excavation and rebar placement but before concrete pour, ensuring reinforcement and dimensions meet approved plans.
- Must occur before concrete conceals rebar
- Verifies depth, width, and rebar placement
- Failing to call for this inspection can require removal of poured concrete
Memory trick: Check the bones before you bury them in concrete.