Threshold Inspection Services

Why Do I Need Threshold Inspection?

In order to ensure structural component conformance of larger structure, the state of Florida Building Construction Standards enacted Chapter 553, which defines a "threshold" building as: "Any building which is greater than three stories or 50 feet in height, or which has an assembly occupancy classification that exceeds 5,000 square feet in area, and an occupant capacity of greater than 500 persons." This standard also specifies that a building of this size must have threshold inspector services including a final conformance certification by a qualified Special Inspector.

On a typical threshold project, an "agent" of the licensed Special Inspector conducts a majority of the inspections. This agent is specially trained and qualified to perform structural element inspections. They perform their duties under the supervision and authority of the Special Inspector.

Because our threshold agents are trained in materials testing procedures, they have the ability to provide this service to supplement our field technicians. This can reduce manpower requirements for staffing the project, thereby saving our clients money. When construction schedules dictate that the agent of the Special Inspector is needed for threshold inspection services, we are capable of supplying additional engineering technicians to perform the materials testing in accordance wth the agent of the Special Inspector. We have a large staff ready and available.

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