(NTS: Construction photograph requirements vary widely with each project.

Use this
section as a guide and edit as appropriate for the specific project requirements. If
subsection index required include next sentence.)
SECTION 01380

CONSTRUCTION PHOTOGRAPHS

PART 1 - GENERAL

1.01 DESCRIPTION:

A. Provide construction photographs pertinent to the Contract work during the Contract
period as specified and as directed by the CM/CS.

(NTS: Use the next subsection to list other specification sections that have specific
photographic requirements. Most projects will not require the next subsection.)
(NTS: Select and list specification sections for inserting into this subsection based on the
following:
1. Specification sections that contain products and construction that the reader might
expect to find in this section BUT are specified elsewhere.
2. Specification sections referenced in the body of this section.)

1.02 RELATED WORK:

(NTS: Use the next subsection if there are specific Reference Standards for photographic
work, materials, prints or equipment to be in compliance with. Next subsection not
required for most projects.)
1.03 REFERENCES:

1.04 SUBMITTALS:

A. Proposed Photographer:

1. Several different samples of work by proposed photographer on construction

photography of similar nature to the work under this Contract.

2. Two copies of proposed photographer's experience and qualifications in similar

work. Include copies of references and any certification acquired.

3. Two copies of techniques, materials and equipment proposed to be used.

B. Two copies of each print, each identified and mounted as specified to be submitted
monthly during construction period.

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 C. Two copies of digital files in CD to be submitted monthly during construction period.

1.05 QUALITY ASSURANCE:

(NTS: Edit the items of this sentence to establish the general quality criteria for the
project, i.e. photographers experience, quality of photographs, material and equipment.
Keep in mind the photographer may be required to attest to photographic experience,
work, material, equipment and photographs. Construction photographs are frequently
used in resolving questions and problems that may arise later.)
A. Photographer proposed to be approved by CM/CS.

B. Photographer's experience and qualifications:

1. Not less than 2 accumulated years of experience with similar construction

photography.

C. Photographer to use techniques, material and equipment capable of producing

photographs of high quality and resolution.

D. Photographer to be available on call on one day notice when requested by CM/CS and be
prepared to respond on shorter notice in unusual or unexpected conditions.

E. Dates for photography at site to be coordinated with CM/CS and CM/CS to be present
during photographic periods at site unless approved otherwise by CM/CS.

F. Photographer to make and retain detailed records of all photographs by photographer

under this Contract:

1. The records to be in sufficient detail to support any attestation that may be required
of photographer.

2. Photographer to retain such records for a period not less than two years from the
final acceptance of entire work under this Contract.

PART 2 - PRODUCTS

2.01 DIGITAL FILES

(NTS: Edit following items as appropriate for project. If specific resolution is required,
pleas add.
A. Remain the property of the photographer; two copies of all photo files in CD shall be
submitted to the CM/CS.

B. Capable of producing sharp prints of high resolution.

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 C. Photographer to retain digital files for a period of at least two years from the date of final
acceptance of the entire work under the Contract.

2.02 PRINTS:

(NTS: Edit next item as appropriate for type of prints for project. In general color prints
are preferred. Color prints generally accentuate variations better than black and white
prints, particularly with concrete work.)
A. Type: Color prints.

B. Finish: Smooth glossy surface.

(NTS: In next item edit the size of print as appropriate for the project. Generally 8-in. x
10-in. prints are required for projects involving plant construction and structures. For
pipeline, roadway construction, etc. 4x5 prints are generally acceptable.)
C. Size: 8-in. x 10-in. (200 mm x 250 mm) plus suitable margin for identification.

(NTS: In the next item edit paper weight [single or double] as appropriate for project. For
most projects use single weight.)
D. Paper weight: Singe weight.

(NTS: Edit the number of copies in next item as appropriate for project, but not less than
two.)
E. Number of prints: Two of each photograph.

2.03 PRINT IDENTIFICATION:

A. Each print to carry identification and information on it in a manner that results in

minimum interference with exposure printed.

(NTS: Use the next two lettered items for prints mounted in clear plastic envelopes that
permits both front and back to be visible through envelope.)
B. Front of Print:

1. Top margin:

a. Project name.

b. Brief title of view.

2. Bottom margin:

a. Photographer's numbered identification of exposure.

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 b. Time and date of exposure.

c. Name of photographer making exposure.

C. Back of Print:

1. Detailed description of view including point from which exposure made, compass
direction of view, vertical declination of view (horizontal, looking up, looking
down etc.) identification of main features in view and any other data and
information pertinent to the purpose and identification of the exposure
photographer feels necessary to include.

2. Weather conditions under which exposure made.

(NTS: If prints are mounted on muslin or in some other manner back of print not
available for identification use the following lettered item in place of the two preceding
lettered items.)
D. If the back of print is not available for identification, use the following paragraphs D and
E in place of two preceding paragraphs.

E. On front of print in margins:

1. Top margin:

a. Project name.

b. Brief title and view.

2. Bottom margin:

a. Photographer's numbered identification of exposure.

b. Time and date of exposure.

c. Name of photographer making exposure.

d. Detailed description of view including point from which exposure made,

compass direction of exposure, vertical inclination of exposure, identification of
main features in view and any other data and information pertinent to purpose
and identification of exposure photographer feels necessary to include.

e. Weather conditions under which exposure made.

2.04 PRINT MOUNTING:

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(NTS: The items of this subsection to be coordinated with the subsection PRINT FILING
BINDER to assure mounting compatible with the filing binder. There are many methods
of mounting prints. The next item is the preferred method for most projects.)
A. Each print to be inserted in a clear plastic envelope design for the purpose:

1. Print deterioration not to be caused by envelope material or fabrication.

2. Designed to prevent print from accidentally slipping out of envelope.

3. Front and back of print to be visible through the plastic envelope.

4. Permit convenient removal and insertion of print.

5. To have 1-in. (25 mm) hinged binding edge suitable for approved binder specified
under subsection PRINT FILING BINDER.

(NTS: Use the next item in lieu of the item above if prints are to be mounted on muslin or
some other material. Edit as appropriate. Mounting prints in this manner precludes use of
the back of the print to record data and information. Information must be recorded on the
front of the print. Be sure to edit the subsection PRINT IDENTIFICATION as
appropriate.)
B. Mount each print on muslin with 1-in. (25 mm) hinged binding edge compatible with
binder specified under subsection PRINT FILING BINDER.

2.05 PRINT FILING BINDER:

(NTS: Normally the minimum number of copies of prints is two, thus two sets of print
filing binders should be required. If more than two sets are to be in binders edit following
items as appropriate.)
A. Furnish CM/CS suitable approved binders for filing specified under subsection PRINT
MOUNTING.

1. Initially furnish 2 binders and subsequently such additional binders as required by

CM/CS for filing the prints.

2. All binders to be alike unless otherwise approved by CM/CS.

B. Binders:

1. Sturdy and durable for long term filing of prints.

2. Provisions for labeling front cover and binding face.

3. Have sturdy durable back and front cover hinges.

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 4. Of size suitable for filing mounted prints.

5. Permit convenient removal and insertion of mounted prints.

PART 3 - EXECUTION

3.01 GENERAL REQUIREMENTS:

A. Contractor to notify CM/CS at least 5 days in advance of any photographic sessions.

B. Photographer to furnish additional prints beyond the number specified when request by
CM/CS at commercial rates applicable at time of purchase.

C. All views to contain a relative dimension reference that is easily recognizable by the
average person. In views where dimensions are critical use a recognizable measuring
devices such as folding ruler, measuring tape in a manner the markings are clear and
sharp in the photograph and the device located in close relationship with subject of
photograph.

(NTS: Use the next subsection for photography of sites involving plant construction,
structures etc. Edit as appropriate for project requirements.)

3.02 SITE PHOTOGRAPHY REQUIRED:

A. Provide photographs at following stages of construction:

1. Site before commencement of any construction.

2. Site upon completion of site clearing.

3. At completion of each structural excavation.

4. At completion of each structural foundation.

5. At completion of framing or forming for structures.

6. At completion of enclosures of structures.

7. At 1-month intervals, progress photography during construction of facilities.

Photos of any month need show only new work performed during month.

8. Such special photographs required by CM/CS.

9. Upon completion of all Contract work over-all site photography.

B. Views:

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 1. Coordinate with CM/CS on views to be taken. In general views from locations to
adequately illustrate state of project and condition of construction.

2. At least 3 different views of photographic subject except over-all site photography

to have at least 4 different views unless otherwise approved by CM/CS.

3. Succeeding photography of same photographic subject to be taken, insofar as

practical, from the same view points as preceding photographic sessions.
Variations in this procedure to be approved by CM/CS.

(NTS: Use the next subsection for route type work such as pipe lines, access roads, streets,
survey traverses etc. Edit as appropriate for project requirements.)
3.03 ROUTE PHOTOGRAPHY REQUIRED:

A. Provide progressive photographs of route before commencement of construction:

1. Progressive photographs of route starting at one end of route and progressing to

other end then reverse progressive photography back to point of beginning.

2. Each exposure to overlap preceding exposure by 1/4 to 1/3 of the frame.

3. Additional photographs of features along route as directed by CM/CS.

B. In the portions of the route where clearing is required make an additional set of progress
photographs in similar manner specified for the initial route photography after all clearing
work completed and before any other work commences in the cleared portion of the
route.

(NTS: In the next item edit the frequency as appropriate for the requirements of the
project.)
C. During Construction:

1. At least once per week to illustrate state of project, condition of construction and
progress in the previous week. Work photographed in previous sessions only
photographed again sufficiently to provide progressive continuity of work unless
otherwise directed by CM/CS.

2. Such special photographs required by CM/CS.

D. Upon Completion of All Construction Work:

1. Progressive photographs of route in same manner as that specified before

commencement of Contract Work.

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 2. The route may be photographed in increments when work in that increment is
completed and when approved by CM/CS. Each increment photography to overlap
other increment photography sufficiently such that all photographs provide
progressive views of the route throughout.

END OF SECTION

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