Scope
Precise description of elements and locations excluded from shotcrete and the permitted alternative methods.
A clear document prevents scope disputes by defining acceptable alternate concrete methods, inspection points, and performance tests.
Owners, general contractors, specialty concrete contractors, and project engineers usually prepare or approve a Construction Without Shot-crete document.
Subcontractors, testing labs, permitting authorities, and sureties also rely on the document for compliance and payment milestones.
Precise description of elements and locations excluded from shotcrete and the permitted alternative methods.
Concrete mix design, admixtures, reinforcement, and curing requirements tied to applicable ASTM or ACI standards.
Approved placement techniques, formwork, pump or tremie procedures, and vibration/compaction protocols.
Required compressive strength tests, sampling frequency, and acceptance criteria with referenced standards.
Inspection points, responsible parties, and required submittals before and after placement.
Change order process, warranty language, and indemnity allocations for alternate methods.
| Field | Configuration |
|---|---|
| Signature Order | Owner → Engineer → Contractor |
| Authentication | Email link with optional SMS code for higher-risk projects |
| Notifications | Automated reminders at 3, 7, and 14 days |
| Archival | Immutable PDF with audit trail and upload to project document control |
Choose a platform that supports audit trails, role-based signing, and secure document storage before e-submission.
Date when alternative method statement must be provided to permit authority
Start date for sampling and laboratory testing
Timeframe for structural inspection prior to cover-up
Final acceptance and sign-off milestone
Date warranty period begins, often the Effective Date
Deliver proposal and supporting calculations to the permitting authority.
Inspector and engineer review forms, reinforcement, and formwork.
Collect and test cylinders per frequency in the document.
Engineer signs off based on test results and observations.
Tim Martin described online execution of documents for property work to ensure compliance and speed approvals
Brian Fitzgibbons highlighted simplicity for his team and clients when using e-signatures for construction forms
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| Bulk Send | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | No |
| Audit Trail | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| HIPAA Compliant | Yes | Yes | Yes | No | No |