Quality and workmanship manual

An example of establishing such a level of workmanship is to reference trade association standards. NECA 1 defines "neat and workmanlike manner," and if the standard is referenced in the specification, it may be used as a general term in certain conditions.

Quality is another term that is not defined in either Division 01 or A While there are also several definitions for quality in The American Heritage Dictionary, the first, " an inherent or distinguishing characteristic; a property ," is adequate when used in construction. However, much like workmanship , quality should not be used on its own and needs to be defined when used as a qualifier in grammar.

A certain quality of construction is reached by qualifying defined as " to describe by enumerating the characteristics of or qualities of " the tolerances, finish, operation, or build characteristics of the product.

The concept of good, better, and best as they relate to increased tolerance is an example of how the specifier must qualify the quality of construction with measureable standards. Two important items often overlooked is that the level of workmanship must correlate with the quality of the products and that the desired result must be attainable.

The level of workmanship that may be attained is limited by the quality of the product. Due to differences in tolerances, quality control, and standards, a lower-quality product may not be installed with the same level of workmanship as a high-quality product.

Be careful with their use and realize the limitations. Michael Heinsdorf, P. HVAC How to use workmanship and quality in construction documents The terms workmanship and quality are often used interchangeably; however, the correct usage of one may be dependent on the other, and there are limitations on how each term should be used.

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