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STANDARD
INDUSTRI
PEMBINAAN
(CONSTRUCTION INDUSTRY STANDARD)
CM
CIS 7:2014
MY
CY
CMY
QUALITY ASSESSMENT SYSTEM FOR

BUILDING CONSTRUCTION WORKS
Descriptors: quality of workmanship, structural, architectural, mechanical and electrical, external works, benchmark,
site inspection, field testing, sampling
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LEMBAGA PEMBANGUNAN INDUSTRI PEMBINAAN MALAYSIA

Standard Writing Organisation
Lembaga Pembangunan
Industri Pembinaan Malaysia
CONSTRUCTION INDUSTRY DEVELOPMENT BOARD MALAYSIA
Ibu Pejabat CIDB, Tingkat 34, Menara Dato Onn, Pusat Dagangan Dunia Putra
No 45, Jalan Tun Ismail, 50480 Kuala Lumpur.
Tel : 603-4047 7000 Fax : 603-4047 7070
http://www.cidb.gov.my
QUALITY ASSESSMENT SYSTEM FOR BUILDING
CONSTRUCTION WORK
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Construction Industry Development Board Malaysia 2014
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CONTENTS Page
Committee representation iv
Foreword v
SECTION 1: GENERAL
1.1 Introduction 1
1.2 Normative references 1
1.3 Definition 1
1.3.1 Approved standards 1
1.3.2 Competent person 1
1.3.3 Component 1
1.3.4 Elements 1
1.3.5 QLASSIC 1
1.3.6 Qualified person (QP) or principal-submitting-person (PSP) 1
1.3.7 Superintendent Officer (SO) 1
1.4 Objectives of Quality Assessment System for

Building Construction Works 2
1.5 Use of Quality Assessment System for

1.6 Scope of Quality Assessment System for

1.7 Assessment approach 2
SECTION 2: QUALITY STANDARD
2.1 Components to be assessed 3
SECTION 3: ASSESSMENT
3.1 Weightage 4
3.2 QLASSIC assessors 5
3.3 Sampling 5
3.4 Structural works assessment 5
3.5 Architectural works assessment 8
3.6 M&E works assessment 11
3.7 External works assessment 13
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Tables
1 Allocation of weightage for components of building construction works according to

building category 4
2 Weightage for reinforced concrete structure elements 5
3 Sampling guidelines for reinforced concrete structure works 6
4 Weightage for structural steel elements 7
5 Weightage for prestressed concrete elements 7
6 Sampling guidelines for structural steel works 8
7 Weightage for architectural elements 8
8 Sampling guidelines for architectural works 9
9 Weightage for location of architectural works according to building category 10
10 Weightage for M&E elements according to building category 11
11 Sampling guidelines for M&E works 12
Annexes
A Quality Standards For Structural Works 14
B Quality Standards For Architectural Works 25
C Quality Standards For M&E Works 38
D Quality Standards For External Works 52
E Defect Groups For Assessment Of Architectural Works (Internal Finishes) 55
Acknowledgement 56
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Committee representation
This Construction Industry Standard (CIS) was developed and reviewed by the Construction
Industry Development Board Malaysia with the assistance of the Technical Committee and
working groups on Quality Assessment System for Building Construction Works which comprises
representatives from the following organisations:-
Construction Industry Development Board of Malaysia

Jabatan Kerja Raya Malaysia
Kementerian Kesejahteraan Bandar, Perumahan dan Kerajaan Tempatan
Persatuan Kontraktor Melayu Malaysia
Master Builders Association Malaysia
Association of Consulting Engineers Malaysia
Real Estate and Housing Developers Association Malaysia
Pertubuhan Akitek Malaysia
Royal Institution of Surveyors Malaysia
National House Buyers Association of Malaysia
Malaysia Air-Conditioning & Refrigeration Association
The Electrical and Electronic Association of Malaysia
Persatuan Pengilang, Pembekal, Kontraktor, Industrial Elektrik, Elektronik, Mekanikal dan
ICT Melayu dan Bumiputra Malaysia
Guild of Bumiputra Contractors Berhad
Canaan Building Inspection Sdn Bhd
Sime Darby Property Berhad
Sunway Integrated Properties Sdn Bhd
Universiti Sains Malaysia
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FOREWORD
The Malaysian Construction Industry Standards (CIS), hereby referenced as CIS 7:2014, was
developed as a quality assessment system for building construction works standard by the
Technical Committee on Quality Assessment In Construction with the assistance of Construction
Industry Development Board Malaysia (CIDB), which acted as a moderator and facilitator for the
technical committee throughout the development process of this standard.
While the CIS 7:2014 on quality assessment system for building construction works adopts several
components with reference to CONQUAS The BCA Construction Quality Assessment System
(Eighth Edition 2012): Building and Construction Authority, Singapore, it is also dependent on new
or updated information and developments concerning this subject area made available through
the Technical Committee and Working Groups.
The use of this CIS 7:2014 is voluntary and compliance with this document does not in itself
confer immunity from legal obligations.

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QUALITY ASSESSMENT SYSTEM FOR
BUILDING CONSTRUCTION WORKS
SECTION 1: GENERAL
1.1 Introduction
Quality Assessment System for Building Construction Works is an independent method to assess and
evaluate primarily on the quality of workmanship of building projects based on this standard.
1.2 Normative references
The following normative reference is indispensable for the application of this construction industry
standard. The latest edition of the normative reference (including any amendments) shall apply.
l Uniform Building By-Laws 1984 (Amendment 2007)
l CIDB Act 520 1994 (Amendment 2011)
1.3 Definition
For the purpose of this Construction Industry Standard, the following definitions apply.
1.3.1 Approved standards
Approved standard shall mean standard specified by the qualified person for the project.
1.3.2 Competent person
A person who possesses a valid certificate from an accredited institution.
1.3.3 Component
General building works are divided into four different components: structural, architectural, mechanical
and electrical (M&E), and external works.
1.3.4 Elements
A subdivision of a component, for example concrete for structural works, tile finishing for architectural
works, drains for external works, performance for M&E works and others.
1.3.5 QLASSIC
An acronym for quality assessment system in construction.
1.3.6 Qualified person (QP) or principal-submitting-person (PSP)
A QP as defined in the Uniform Building By-Laws 1984 (Amendment 2007). Hereon, wherever QP
appears in this document, it also refers to PSP.
1.3.7 Superintendent Officer (SO)
The SO shall be the person appointed to administer the contract during construction.
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1.4 Objectives of Quality Assessment System for Building Construction Works
Quality Assessment System for Building Construction Works was designed and developed to enable the
user to achieve any of the following objectives:
a) to benchmark the level of quality of the construction industry in Malaysia
b) to have a standard quality assessment system for quality of workmanship of building projects
c) to assess quality of workmanship of a building project based on the industrys acceptable standards
d) to evaluate the performance of contractors based on quality of workmanship
e) to compile data for statistical analysis
1.5 Use of Quality Assessment System for Building Construction Works
Quality Assessment System for Building Construction Works is intended to complement the normal
contractual drawings and specifications in a project. It is not intended to be used independently as
working specifications. Unless specified in the building contract, qualified persons should not use
Quality Assessment System for Building Construction Works to decide if the building or parts of the
building project are in accordance with the relevant by-laws. It is still the responsibility of the qualified
person to ensure that the quality of the construction works conforms to approved standards, practices,
specifications and drawings.
1.6 Scope of Quality Assessment System for Building Construction Works
This standard sets out the quality of workmanship for the various aspects of the construction elements
for the general building works. The Quality Assessment System for Building Construction Works covers
four main components: Structural works, Architectural works, M&E works and External works.
Assessments on the workmanship are carried out based on this standard and marks are awarded if
the workmanship complies with the standards. These marks are then summed up to give a total quality
score (%) for the building project.
However, the assessment excludes works such as piling, foundation and substructure works, which are
heavily equipment-based and called under separate contracts or subcontracts.
The building is assessed primarily on workmanship standards achieved through site inspection and field
testing. For structural and M&E works, assessment is carried out throughout the construction process.
For completed building projects, the assessment is done for architectural, M&E fittings and external
works.
Apart from site inspection on finishing works, the assessment also includes field tests, test results on
the material and the functional performance of selected services and installations. These tests help to
ascertain the quality of building workmanship for occupants in relation to safety, comfort and aesthetics.
These defects may surface only after sometime.
1.7 Assessment approach
In line with CIDB Act (Amendment 2011), it is a prerequisite that all projects, which applied for QLASSIC
assessment, shall submit a declaration document by the SO on the compliance to Section 33C of the
said act.
In general, the assessor determines the samples (elements or locations) to be assessed prior to each
assessment. The samples are selected from floor plans and site plans. The selected samples shall be

distributed as uniformly as possible throughout the project and construction stages. All locations are to
be prepared for the assessment.
The scoring will be done on the works that are inspected for the first time. Rectification and correction
carried out after the assessment will not be rescored. The objective of this practice is to encourage
contractors towards doings things right the first time and every time.
When an assessed item does not comply with the corresponding quality standards, it is considered
to have failed and an X will be noted in the assessment form. Likewise a is given for an item
meeting the given standards. A NA will be given to indicate that the item is not applicable. The score
is computed based on the number of over the total number of items assessed.
SECTION 2: QUALITY STANDARD
2.1 Components to be assessed
The quality standards for building construction work are divided into four main components:-
a) Structural works
The structural integrity of the building is of paramount importance as the cost of failure and repairs are
very significant. The assessment of structural works comprises:
i) Site inspection of casted concrete, prefabricated, precast elements, etc., during

construction
ii) Test result of compressive strength of concrete and tensile strength of steel reinforcement
iii) Non-destructive testing of the uniformity and the cover of hardened concrete
The quality standards for structural works are given in Annex A.
b) Architectural works
Architectural works deal mainly with the finishes. This is when the quality and standards of workmanship
are most visible.
Architectural works encompass floors, internal walls, ceilings, doors, windows, fixtures, external walls,
aprons, perimeter drains, structure car parks and car porches.
The quality standards for architectural works are given in Annex B.
c) M&E works
The quality of M&E works is important in view of its increasingly high-cost proportion and its impact on
the performance of a building. The assessment covers electrical works, air-conditioning and mechanical
ventilation works (ACMV), fire protection works, sanitary and plumbing works, and other basic M&E fittings.
The quality standards for M&E works are given in Annex C.
d) External works
External works cover the general external work elements in building construction such as the link-
ways/shelters, drains, road works, footpaths, turfings, playgrounds, gates and fences, swimming pools,
hardscapes and electrical substation, guard house and bin centre.
The quality standards for external works are given in Annex D.

SECTION 3: ASSESSMENT
The assessment for building construction work is carried out through a sampling and statistical approach.
3.1 Weightage
The weightage for structural, architectural, M&E and external works are allocated in accordance to four
categories of buildings (see Table 1).
Table 1. Allocation of weightage for components of building construction works

according to building category

Component Residential Building Non-Residential Building
Category A Category B Category C Category D

Landed housing Stratified housing Public/ Public/
(%) (%) Commercial/ Commercial/
Industrial building Industrial building
(%) (%)
Structural works 15 20 20 20
Architectural works 70 60 55 50
M&E works 5 10 15 20
External works 10 10 10 10
Total score 100 100 100 100
Note:
Category C is without centralised cooling system, Category D is with centralised cooling system.
The weightage system is aimed at making the score quantitative and represent the quality of workmanship
of a building project. It has taken into consideration the distribution between the cost proportions of the
four components in the various buildings and their aesthetic considerations.
The total quality score of a building project is the sum of marks awarded to the four components in each
category of a building.
Each category of a building comprises as following:
i) Category A (Landed housing) Detached, semi-detached, terrace and cluster houses
ii) Category B (Stratified housing) Flats, apartments, condominiums, service apartments, small
office home office (SOHO) and town houses
iii) Category C (Public/commercial/industrial buildings without centralised cooling system) Office

buildings, schools, factories, warehouses, workshops, hangers, small office flexible office (SOFO),
small office virtual office (SOVO), religious buildings, stadiums, community halls, hospitals, airports,
religious buildings, universities, colleges, police stations, etc
iv) Category D (Public/commercial/industrial buildings with centralised cooling system) Office

buildings, schools, factories, warehouses, workshops, hangers, small office flexible office (SOFO),
small office virtual office (SOVO), religious buildings, stadiums, community halls, hospitals, airports,
religious buildings, universities, colleges, police stations, etc

3.2 QLASSIC assessors
The QLASSIC assessors are accredited and regulated by CIDB. They are updated with the latest relevant
information on a regular basis to ensure consistency and effective implementation of the assessment.
3.3 Sampling
As it is impractical to assess all elements in a building project, the assessment is carried out through a
sampling approach. The sampling, which is based on the gross floor area (GFA) of the building and 10 m
length section or per location for external works is to ensure that the assessment adequately represents
the entire building project.
3.4 Structural works assessment
Assessment of structural works is carried out during construction of the building project. The assessment
covers performance testing.
Table 2. Weightage for reinforced concrete structure elements

Reinforced Concrete Structure Weightage Cast In-situ Weightage Precast
Elements (%) (%)
Formwork 20 0
Rebar 15 5
Finished concrete 25 35
Concrete quality 5 0
Steel reinforcement quality 5 0
Precast specific requirement - 20
NDT UPV test for concrete uniformity 15 20
NDT Electro-covermeter test for 15 20
concrete cover
Total 100 100
Note:
If total precast concrete volume exceeds 20% of total structural concrete volume, assessment will be carried out for precast
concrete construction. The marks will be distributed proportionately between cast in-situ assessment and precast concrete
assessment based on the respective concrete volume percentage. The qualified person (check with the current UBBL) is
required to declare the concrete volume for reinforced concrete and precast concrete construction.
For a typical reinforced concrete structure, selection of samples for assessment is based on Table 3.
Each sample represents a beam, column, slab or reinforced concrete wall.

Table 3. Sampling guidelines for reinforced concrete structure works
Item Category A Category B Category C Category D Remark

Landed Housing Stratified Public/ Public/
Housing Commercial/ Commercial/
Industrial Industrial
Building Building
1. Structural
elements
GFA/1,500 m2 GFA/500 m2
-
(Min 30 samples; max 50 samples) (Min 30 samples; max 50 samples)
50% weightage
provided for
100% testing declaration by
QP
2. Concrete
compressive
strength 50% weightage
provided for
(Min 30 samples; max 50 on-site (Min 30 samples; max 150 on-site
100% on-site
verification of test records) verification of test records)
verification of
test records
50% weightage
provided for
Every bar size and welded steel fabric per supplier per project declaration by
QP
3. Steel
reinforcement
tensile strength 50% weightage
(Min 30; max 150 on-site provided for
verification of mill certificates) 100% on-site
verification of
test records
4. NDT - UPV
GFA/5,000 m2
test for concrete -
(Min 2 sets; max 20 sets)
uniformity
5. NDT - Electro-
GFA/5,000 m2
Covermeter test -
(Min 2 sets; max 20 sets)
for concrete cover
Note:
1. The computed number of elements to be checked must be evenly distributed throughout the entire block and cover
at least 50% of the floors in a block. It should also, as far as possible, cover the different types of structural elements.
2. Concrete compressive and steel reinforcement tensile strength - self testing with declaration by qualified person. On-
site verification by assessor.

The resulting scores for precast and finished concrete will be the sum of the number of checks that meet
the standards.
There is no assessment of precast components at the precast yard. The assessment is applicable for all
types of precast components at site.
The assessment of the non-destructive tests, i.e., on concrete uniformity and cover for steel reinforcement,
is to minimise the risk of carbonation and steel corrosion, which affect the durability of the concrete
structures.
If the structural works consist of structural steelworks which, constitute more than 20% of the structural
cost, assessment will be required for the latter and the marks will be distributed proportionately. This
applies to prestressing works as well. In any case, the distribution should follow the cost composition for
these three types of structural works in the projects.
The weightage for structural steelwork and prestressed concrete are allocated as per Table 4. If the
structural steel in all structural works is to be casted, the assessment shall be performed prior to the
covered works.
Table 4. Weightage for structural steel elements
Structural steel work Weightage (%)
Main member/Partially-assembled components 40

Metal decking 20
Erection tolerance 10
Corrosion and fire protection 10
Welding test report 20
Total 100
Note:
Assessment for structural steel roof truss is compulsory, regardless of the 20% costing criteria.
Table 5. Weightage for prestressed concrete elements

Prestressed concrete work Weightage (%)
Tendon and anchorage 25

Sheathing 25
Stressing and grouting 25
Debonding 25
Total 100
The selection of sample for structural steel works assessment is based on the following guidelines:

Table 6. Sampling guidelines for structural steel works
Item Steel tonnage per sample Min sample

Structural elements
Main member/partially-
assembled components 250 5
Metal decking 250 5
Erection tolerances 500 5
Corrosion and fire protection 500 5
Material and functional test
Welding test report All critical welding joints All critical welding joints
Note:
Samples will be taken before and after installation. All critical welding joints need to be determined by a structural engineer.
3.5 Architectural works assessment
Assessment of architectural works is carried out upon completion of the building project and before the
handover of the project.
The weightage for architectural elements are allocated as per Table 7.
Table 7. Weightage for architectural elements
Architectural elements Weightage (%)

Total Breakdown
Internal Finishes 68
Floor 18
Internal wall 18
Ceiling 8
Door 8
Window 8
Fixtures (Internal) 8
Roof 10
External wall 10
Apron and perimeter drain 3
Car park/Car porch 3
Material and functional 6
tests
Skim coat or Prepacked plaster 3
Wet area water-tightness test -
architect declaration and report 3
Total 100
Note:
A weightage of 3% is automatically awarded to projects, where skim coat or prepacked plaster is used. This is to encourage
the use of these products in the industry.

The assessment is based on the sampling guidelines, as outlined in Table 8.
Table 8. Sampling guidelines for architectural works
No. Items GFA per Min Max Remark

sample sample sample
1a Internal finishes 70 m2 30 700 For landed housing

1b Internal finishes 70 m2 30 600 For stratified housing
1c Internal finishes 500 m2 30 150 For public/commercial/
industrial building
1d Internal finishes 500 m2 30 100 For public/commercial/
industrial building
2 Roof - 50% - 50% of the blocks/units
3 External wall - 50% - 50% of the blocks/units
4 Apron and perimeter - 2 - 10 m length section per
drain sample
5 Car park/Car porch - 2 - 10 m length section per
car park floor
6 Skim coat and Declaration by
prepacked plaster - - - qualified person
7 Wet area water- Declaration by qualified
tightness test - - - person
Note:
1. GFA means Gross Floor Area.
2. This sampling guideline is not applicable to mock-up unit/sample unit. It requires a full assessment to be carried out.
A location for Internal Finishes assessment is a functional space of a building such as a room, hall, toilet,
kitchen, corridor or lobby. Locations are further categorised into three types:
- Principal locations are major functional places such as halls and rooms
- Circulation locations include lift lobbies, corridors and staircases
- Service locations are utility areas such as toilets, kitchens, balconies and yards
The total number of locations will be distributed according to Principal, Circulation and Service
based on the percentage set out in the four categories of buildings in Table 9.
Scoring of internal finishes is based on the defects groups shown in Annex E Defects Group for
Assessment of Architectural Works (Internal Finishes). In general, any item which is not available in
a project will not be considered for scoring. For such cases, the architectural score will be prorated
accordingly.

Table 9. Weightage for location of architectural works according to building category
Locations Category A Category B Category C Category D

Landed Stratified Public/ Public/
Housing Housing Commercial/ Commercial/
(%) (%) Industrial building Industrial building
(%) (%)
Principal 40 40 60 60
Service 40 40 15 15
Circulation 20 20 25 25
Note:
For other types of building, the distribution of percentage shall be in accordance to Category C.
An item under assessment will be considered to have failed if it does not meet the standards. In addition,
any item found to be defective functionally such as evidence of water seepage in the window, slab,
ceiling or roof, is considered to have failed the assessment. Likewise for a particular defect that is found
excessive in an item (for instance, excessive cracks on a wall).
For the assessment of external wall, a minimum 50% of the total number of building will be assessed.
For a building, the external wall will be divided into four walls for assessment.
The use of skim coat or prepacked plaster for all plastering works and wet area water tightness test
(WTT) are based on the declaration by the project QP. Further site evidences of WTT need to be
provided.
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3.6 M&E works assessment
Assessment of M&E works is carried out upon completion of the building project and before the handover
of the project. The assessment covers basic M&E fittings and performance testing.
The assessment covers the following area, with their weightages allocated in accordance with the four
categories of projects (see Table 10).
Table 10. Weightage for M&E elements according to building category
M&E element Category A Category B Category C Category D

Industrial building Industrial building

M&E Works Assessment (%)
Electrical works 15 15 20 20
ACMV works 10 10 20 25
Fire protection works NA 10 10 10
Plumbing & sanitary
works 25 25 25 20
Basic M&E fittings 50 40 25 25
Subtotal 100 100 100 100
Weightage A 60 60 50 50
M&E Works Performance Test Assessment (%)
Verification records 50 50 50 50
Functional/
performance test 50 50 50 50
Subtotal 100 100 100 100

Weightage B 40 40 50 50
Total
(Weightage A+B) 100 100 100 100

Note:
1. NA means that no assessment on M&E element is required.

2. Performance testing will be done for electric power supply, water supply and sanitary flushing system.
3. The sampling for basic M&E fittings will be based on internal finishes guideline for architectural works. Refer to Table 8
and Table 9.
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Just as architectural works, sampling for M&E works in progress will be determined based on the four
categories of building as per the guidelines in Table 11.
Table 11. Sampling guidelines for M&E works
Category A Category B Category C Category D

Industrial building lndustrial building
(GFA/3,500 m2) (GFA/3,500 m2) (GFA/1,000 m2) (GFA/1,000 m2)
Electrical
1. Main cables 1 1
2. Surface conduits 1+ 1+ 1+ 1+
3. Concealed conduit
system 1+ 1+ 1+ 1+
4. Cable tray, ladder
and trunking 1+ 1+ 1+
5. Distribution board 2+ 2+ 2+
6. Wiring system 1+ 1+ 1+ 1+
ACMV
1. Air handling unit 1+
2. Pump 1
3. Cooling tower 1
4. Chiller 1
5. Pipework 1
6. Split unit/ Window
air conditioner 3+ 3+ 2+ 2+
7. Air conditioner comfort 2+ 2+ 1+ 1+
8. Ductwork 3+ 3+
9. Fire-rated duct 1 1
10. Dampers 1+ 1+
11. Fire Dampers 1 1
Fire protection
1. Wet/Dry riser 1+ 1+ 1+
2. Sprinkler 1+ 1+
3. Fire alarm 1 1
4. Hose reel 1+ 1+ 1+
Plumbing and sanitary
1. Concealed pipes 2+ 3+ 1 1+
2. Exposed pipes 2+ 4+ 4+ 4+
3. Water tank 1 1 1 1
4. Pump and motor 1 1+ 1+
Minimum Sample 15 20 27 32
Maximum Sample 22 35 40 47
Note:
1. Remarks: means to be repeated for additional samples required.
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3.7 External works assessment
Assessment of external works is carried out upon completion of the building and before the handover
of the project.
The assessment consists of the following locations:
a) Link-ways/shelters - 10 m length section per sample and minimum 2 samples
b) External drains - 10 m length section per sample and minimum 2 samples
c) Roadwork and parking bay - 10 m length section per sample and minimum 2 samples
on the ground
d) Footpaths and turfing - 10 m length section per sample and minimum 2 samples
e) Playground - 1 location
f) Court - 1 location
g) Fence and gate - 10 m length section per sample and minimum 1 sample
h) Swimming pool - 10 m length section per sample and minimum 1 sample
j) Electrical substation - 1 location
k) Guard house - 1 location
l) Bin centre - 1 location
Each item in the external works will be assessed separately and all the listed locations must be assessed,
where applicable. The total QLASSIC score for external works shall be the marks achieved divided by
the total achievable marks.
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ANNEX A
(Informative)
QUALITY STANDARDS FOR STRUCTURAL WORKS
PART 1: REINFORCED CONCRETE STRUCTURES
Item Element Standard Tolerance Assessment

Method
I. FORMWORK
1. Formwork i. Tolerance for cross-sectional +10 mm/ Steel measuring

dimensions and dimensions of cast in-situ and -5 mm tape
openings for precast elements
services
ii. Tolerance for penetration/ +10 mm for Steel measuring
opening for services size and tape
25 mm for
location
iii Tolerances for length of

precast members (major
dimensions of unit)
Up to 3 m 6 mm
3 m to 4.5 m 9 mm Steel measuring

tape
4.5 m to 6 m 12 mm

Additional deviation for every 6 mm
subsequent 6 m
2. Alignment, plumb i. Tolerance for departure of any 10 mm Steel measuring

and level mark from its position tape
ii. Tolerance for plumb 3 mm per Steel measuring

1 m, maximum tape and plumb
20 mm bob
iii. Maximum deviation of mean 5 mm Steel measuring

level of staircase tread to tape
temporary bench mark
iv. For cast in-situ elements, the 10 mm Precise levels

deviation of level of any mark
from the intended level
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QUALITY STANDARDS FOR STRUCTURAL WORKS
Assessment
Item Element Standard Tolerance Method
3. Condition of i. Formwork must be free from Visual
formwork, props and defects
bracing
ii. Before concreting, the interior Visual
must be free from debris
iii. All formwork joints must not Visual

have gaps to prevent leakage
iv. There must be adequate Visual

support, bracing and tie-back
for the formwork to prevent
bulging or displacement of
structural elements
II. REINFORCEMENT (CAST IN-SITU AND10

PRECAST)
mm
1. Mains and secondary i. According to structural drawing Visual and caliper

rebars (numbers/sizes)
ii. Spacing of bars not more than Steel measuring

specified tape
2. Anchorages and lap Required leg length and not Steel measuring
lengths less than that specified 5 mm tape

3. Cover provision According to specification Measurement
tape
4. Links, stirrups and i. According to structural 10 mm Visual

trimming bars drawings (numbers/sizes)
ii. Spacing of links not more than Measurement

specified tape
5. Rebar condition i. Rebars must be securely and Visual

properly tied in place
ii. Rebars must be free from Visual

concrete dropping, corrosion,
etc
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QUALITY STANDARDS FOR STRUCTURAL WORKS (Continued)

Method
Iii. FINISHED CONCRETE (CAST IN-SITU & PRECAST)
1. Dimension for i. Tolerance for cross- +10 mm/ Steel

elements/opening for sectional dimension of cast -5 mm measuring
services in-situ and precast elements tape
ii. Tolerance for opening +10 mm for Steel

size and measuring
25 mm for tape
location
iii. Tolerance for length of

precast members (major
dimension of unit):
Up to 3 m 6 mm
Steel
3 m to 4.5 m 9 mm measuring
tape
4.5 m to 6 m 12 mm
Additional deviation for 6 mm

every subsequent 6 m
iv. Straightness or bow

(deviation from intended
line) of precast member:
Up to 3 m 6 mm Steel
measuring tape,
3 m to 6 m 9 mm spirit level
and L-square
4.5 m to 6 m 12 mm
Additional deviation for 6 mm

every subsequent 6 m

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Assessment
v. Squareness of precast
member - difference between
the greatest and shortest
dimensions should not exceed
the following:
Length of shorter sides
Up to and including 1.2 m 6 mm Steel

measuring
Over 1.2 m but less than 1.8 m 9 mm tape
1.8 m and over 12 mm
vi. Twist of precast member-

corners should not be more
than the deviation stated from
the plane containing the other
3 corners:
Up to 600 mm wide and 6 m in 6 mm Steel wedge,

length L-square and
spirit level
Over 600 mm wide and for any 12 mm
length
vii. Flatness 6 mm per Steel wedge and

1.2 m spirit level
2. Alignment, plumb i. Tolerance for departure of any 10 mm Steel measuring

and level mark from its position tape
ii. Tolerance for plumb: maximum 3 mm/1 m Plum bob and

20 mm for floor to floor height steel measuring
and 40 mm for the entire tape
building height
iii. Maximum deviation of mean 10 mm Precise levels

level
iv. For cast in-situ elements, the 10 mm Steel measuring

maximum deviation of levels tape
within the elements
iv. Chamber at mid-span: Steel measuring

according to specifications tape and L-square
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Assessment
3. Exposed surface i. Should not have visual exposure Visual

of groups of coarse aggregates
resulting from grout leakage
ii. Cold joints and formwork joints must Visual

be smooth
iii. No bulging of structural element Visual

iv. All formwork, nails, zinc strips, etc,
Visual
must be removed
v. No cracks or damages Visual
vi. No exposed rebar Visual

IV. PRECAST SPECIFIC REQUIREMENTS
1. Lifting marks/ i. Tolerance for position 20 mm from Steel measuring tape
inserts centre line
location in
drawing
ii. Lifting devices and inserts free from Visual

damage
2. Sleeve system/ i. Tolerance for position 6 mm from Steel measuring tape

connections centre line
location in
drawings
ii. Bar protrusion length according to Visual

requirements. No bending, cranking
or damage to bars
iii. Bars free from concrete droppings or Visual

corrosion
iv. Sleeves, grout holes, grout tubes not Visual

congested with debris
3. Interface/joint i. Joint taper:

requirement Over 3 m length 6 mm
Steel measuring tape
Maximum for entire length: 9 mm
ii. Alignment of horizontal and vertical 6 mm Steel measuring tape

joint
iii. Jog in alignment of matching edges: 6 mm Steel measuring tape
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Method
iv. Sitting of element According to Visual
specifications
v. Installation of sealant and According to Visual

waterproofing specifications
4. Cast-in steel i. Tolerance for position of cast-in steel 6 mm from Steel measuring
items/welded and items centre line tape
bolted connection location in
drawings
ii. Tolerance for position of openings 3 mm from Steel measuring

for bolt connections centre line tape
location in
drawings
V. STRUCTURE CONCRETE QUALITY
1. Concrete Cube i. For every pour of concrete, test Test records
Test cubes results at 28 days must
satisfy the passing criteria as
specified in the design specification.
The summary of test records must
be endorsed by the QP
All testing shall be carried out at QP-

approved accredited laboratory.
VI. STRUCTURE STEEL REINFORCEMENT QUALITY
1. Reinforcement i. To pass the tensile strength test for Test records

(Rebar) all the reinforcement bars used
as according to the contract
specifications. The summary of test
records must be endorsed by
the QP
ii. All welded steel fabric used are to Test records

comply with the design specifications.
The summary of test records
must be endorsed by the projects
structural QP
iii. No non-conforming reinforcement

Test records
detected through test records has
been installed in the structure
All testing shall be carried out at QP-

approved accredited laboratory
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Assessment
VII. NON-DESTRUCTIVE TESTING (NDT)

1. Ultrasonic pulse i. To conduct nondestructive testing
velocity (UPV) (NDT) using UPV to check the
test for concrete degree of uniformity of hardened
uniformity concrete
ii. 5 columns/walls per set and 2

readings per column/wall UPV meter
iii. Assessment is based on the

difference between 2 UPV readings
within a column/wall not exceeding
0.05 km/s
iv. Method as per approved standard
2. Electro- i. To check hardened concrete cover Minimum

covermeter for reinforcement bars after casting according to
test for concrete specification
cover
ii. 5 structural members per set
including:
a) 3 for slab soffit @ 4 readings each
b) 1 for column @ 2 readings each on

both axis of the column
Cover meter
c) 1 for beam @ 2 readings each on
the soffit and one side of the beam
iii. For each reading, full marks for 5

mm and half marks for >5 mm to 8
mm. For each location, no mark will
be awarded if any of the 4 readings
exceeds 12 mm
iv. Method as per approved standard
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PART 2: STRUCTURAL STEEL WORKS

Method
I.
I. MAIN MEMBER/PARTIAL ASSEMBLED COMPONENT
1. Physical i. Cross sectional tolerance should Steel measuring
dimensions meet approved structural steel tape
specification or approved plan
ii. Tolerance for length of structural 3 mm Steel measuring

steel member tape
iii. Tolerance for bolt hole size:- Caliper

Diameter <24 mm 2 mm
Diameter 24 mm 3 mm
Steel measuring
iv. Tolerance for bolt hole position 2 mm tape
2. Type and i. According to the structural steel Visual

condition specifications
ii. Surface preparation shall meet the Visual

surface roughness specifications
iii. Material used must be traceable to Visual

its original mill certificates
3. Welding i. Welding size, length and profile Steel measuring

shall meet the structural steel tape and visual
specification and drawings
ii. Visual inspection shall meet the Visual

structural steel specifications
iii. All welding works shall be carried out Competent welders

by qualified welders certificate
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Method
4. Bolting i. Bolts and washers, type, size and Visual

number shall be according to the
structural steel specifications
ii. Drilled holes shall be free from burrs Visual
iii. The condition of bolted parts Visual

adjacent to the bolt heads, nuts,
flat washers, connection gussets
and splice plates shall be free from
oil, paint, and loose mill scales or
otherwise specified by the structural
steel specifications
Steel measuring
iv. Gap between adjacent parts <2 mm
tape
v. Threaded bolts protruding at least Visual
one thread length with washers
II. METAL DECKING
1. Type and i. Correct type and thickness of metal Visual

condition decking used
ii. All decking joints must not have Visual

gaps
iii. All metal decking must be properly Physical and visual

secured in place
iv. Metal decking must be free from Visual

defect and visible damages
v. Before concreting, the decking must Visual

be free from grease, oil, paint and all
other foreign materials
vi. All accessories such as pour stop, Visual

and end closures and cover plates
must be in place before concreting
2. Shear studs i. Correct numbers and type of shear Visual

studs used
ii. Spacing and position according to Steel measuring

approved plan tape
iii. Strength of shear stud welds not less Test record

than specified
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Method
iv. All welds should show a full 360 Visual

weld fillet. All welds are free from
visible damages
3. Lapping and i. According to structural steel Steel measuring

deck openings specifications or approved plan tape
III. ERECTION TOLERANCES
1. Column i. Tolerance for verticality (H/600 mm Plum bob and steel

verticality or 5 mm, maximum 25 mm; where measuring tape
H is the floor to floor height in mm)
2. Column position i. The position in plan of steel column Steel measuring

at the base shall not deviate from tape
the specified position by more than
10mm along either of the principal
setting out axes
3. Beam level i. Maximum deviation of level at each 5 mm Steel measuring

end of the same beam tape
ii. The level of the top of the steelwork Precise levels

at any storey shall be within 10
mm of the specified level
4. Beam position i. Beams shall not deviate from their Steel measuring
specified positions relative to the tape
column to which they are connected
by more than 5 mm
IV. CORROSION AND FIRE PROTECTION
1. Thickness of i. Average thickness of the coating or Steel measuring

coating the protective layer must not be less tape
than specified
2. Condition i. No visible damages Visual
ii. No spalling of coating or protective Visual

layer from structural steel members
3. Welding test i. Reports for all critical welding Test records

report joints from the specified contract
requirements shall be submitted to
the QP
ii. Test records shall comply with the Test records

acceptable criteria and to be
endorsed by the QP
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QUALITY STANDARDS FOR STRUCTURAL WORKS (Concluded)
PART 3: PRESTRESSED CONCRETE

Method
1. Condition of i. All pre-stressing strands and wires Steel measuring

tendons and should comply with the specified tape
anchorages standards and requirements and be
free from loose rust, oil, tar, paint
and any foreign objects
ii. All tendon anchorage are to comply Visual

with the specified standards and
protected from corrosion
Thread parts to be greased wrapped
and tapped holes protected until use
2. Installation of i. Sheathing properly secured and Visual

sheathing protected and free from damage or
puncture
ii. Sheathing profile according to 5 mm Steel measuring

drawings throughout the length with tape
position tolerance
iii. Splice to sheathing shall be mortar Visual

tight
iv. Air vents grout tubes provided Visual

according to the drawing
3. Stressing and i. Tendon ducts clean and free from Visual

grouting process foreign objects and tendon free
moving in the duct
ii. All grouting operations of the Visual

tendons must be smooth and
achieved without need to flush out in
the first grouting
4. Debonding i. Open ends of debond tubes over the Visual

debond length of strands sealed
ii. Debond lengths according to the Steel measuring

drawings tape
iii. Debonding materials not punctured Visual

or damaged
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ANNEX B
(Informative)
QUALITY STANDARDS FOR ARCHITECTURAL WORKS
PART 1: INTERNAL FINISHES

Method
I. FLOORS
1. General i. Finishing
requirements No stain marks Visual
Consistent colour tone Visual

ii. Alignment and Evenness 3 mm per Spirit level 1.2m and
Evenness of surface 1.2 m steel wedge
Falls in wet areas should be in right Spirit level 1.2m

direction

For staircases, the variance in Steel measuring
lengths of treads and risers must tape or steel wedge
not exceed 5 mm from dimensions
specified in the approved drawings

iii. Cracks and Damages Visual
No visible damages/defects

iv. Hollowness/Delamination
No hollow sound when tapped Tapping rod
No sign of delamination Physical

v. Jointing Visual
Consistent skirting thickness and
no visible gaps between wall and
skirting
Edge to be straight and aligned 3 mm per Spirit level 1.2m and

1.2 m steel wedge

2. Screed finishes Surface should not be unduly rough Visual
or patchy

No permanent foreign material Visual
visually detected
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QUALITY STANDARDS FOR ARCHITECTURAL WORKS (Continued)

Method
3. Tiled floor Joints are aligned with skirting tiles Visual

or wall tiles
Joints are aligned between tiles and Visual

consistent in size
Consistent and neat marking Visual
Lippage between two tiles 1 mm L- square (200 mm

x 300 mm) and steel
wedge

4. Timber floor No warpage Visual
Timber strips to rest firmly on joists Visual

or screeds
No visible gaps between timber Visual

strips

Edges of the floor are properly Visual
sealed
5. Carpet Surface should be stretched firm 3 mm per Spirit level and steel
and even 1.2 m wedge
Joints should not be visible Visual

All edges should be properly Visual
anchored
6. Special floor Finished texture and colour to be Visual

finish uniformed
Follow general requirement where Visual

applicable
7. Raised floor No loose floor panels or rocking Visual
No protrusion/potential of tripping Visual

over floor panels
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Method
II. INTERNAL WALLS
1. General i. Finishing Visual

requirements No stain marks
Consistent colour tone and good Visual

paintwork
No rough/patchy surface Visual

ii. Cracks and Damages
No visible damages/defects Visual

iii. Hollowness/Delamination
No hollow sound when tapped Tapping rod
No sign of delamination Physical

iv. Alignment and Evenness 3 mm per Spirit level 1.2 m
Evenness of surface 1.2 m and steel wedge
Verticality of wall 3 mm per Spirit level and steel

1.2 m wedge
Walls meet at right angle 4 mm over L-square (200 mm x

300 mm 300 mm) and steel
wedge
v. Jointing
Edges to be straight, aligned and Visual
consistent

2. Plaster finishes No visual cracks Visual

3. Tiled finishes Joints are aligned between tiles and Visual
consistent size
Lippage between 2 tiles should not L-square (200 mm x

be more than 1 mm 300 mm) and steel
wedge
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Method
4. Painting Surfaces are evenly painted Visual

Good opacity, no patchiness Visual
resulted from touch-up work
Surface should be free from peeling, Visual and physical

blister, chalkiness (no discolouration
and fading)
No brush marks to be seen Visual
5. Wall paper Wall paper should be stretched and 3 mm per Visual and spirit
even surface 1.2 m level
Joints should not be visible Visual
Edges should be neatly laid and Visual
finished
Proper anchoring at all edges Visual
6. Wood/timber Timber panels should rest firmly on Visual and physical

panels joists or screed
No gaps can be detected between
panels Visual
Edges should be properly aligned Visual

and sealed
Surface should be smoothly finished Visual
Cracks and warpage should not be Visual
detected
7. Cladding Proper anchorage for panels Visual

Joints aligned and with consistent Visual
joint size
Sealant material compatible with Visual
cladding
Consistent spacing and within Visual
allowable tolerance
No sign of corrosion Visual
8. Glass blocks/ Consistent and neat marking Visual

glass panels Joints should be even Visual
Glass blocks/panels should be Visual
properly aligned
9. Architectural Finished texture and colour to be Visual
coating uniform
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Method
Item
III. Element CEILING
Paintwork with good opacity and with Visual

no brush marks
No patchy surface Visual

ii. Alignment and Evenness
Surface should be smooth, even, not Visual
wavy and not sagging
Straight and aligned ceiling edges Visual
iii. Cracks and Damages

No visible damages, e.g., spalling, Visual
leaks, cracks, etc

iv. Roughness
No rough surface Visual

v. Jointing
Consistent, aligned and neat Visual

2. Plaster/skim coat No pin holes and with no trowel Visual
ceiling marks
Formwork joints are grounded Visual

smooth

No gap between wall and ceiling Visual
3. False ceiling/grid Alignment of rails should be visually Visual

system straight
Chipped/cracked surfaces or corners Visual

should not be detected
Gap between ceiling and wall should Visual

not be detected
Panels should not warp and laid Visual

neatly into grids
Access opening joints should be Visual

neat and have consistent width
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Method
IV.
Item DOOR
1. General i. Joints and Gaps

requirements Consistent gap between bottom of 5 mm Steel wedge
door leaf and finished floor
No visible gaps between door Visual
frame and wall
Neat joints Visual
Consistent gap between door leaf Steel gauge
5 mm
and frame
Consistent and no visible gaps for Visual
joints at door leaf and frame

Aligned and level with walls Visual
Double leaf doors to flush with Visual
each other
Door frame and leaf to flush Visual
Door leaf and frame corners L-square
maintained at right angles (200 mm x 300 mm)
No rattling sound when the door is Auditory (hearing)
closed

iii. Materials and Damages
No stain marks and any visible Visual
damages
No sags, warps on door leaf Visual
Door joints and nail holes filled Visual
up, properly sanded with good
paintwork
Glazing clean and evenly sealed Visual
with gasket
Good paintwork (including top and Visual
bottom of door leaf)

iv. Functionality
Ease in opening, closing and Physical
locking
No squeaky sound during opening Tested minimum Auditory (hearing)
and closing of the door one time
Lockset should be functional Tested minimum Physical
one time
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Method
v. Accessories Defects
Accessories with good fit and no Visual
stains
No missing or defective accessories Visual
Screws levelled and flushed. No Visual
over-tightened screws
For timber frame, no additional
timber strip added for site adjustment Visual
should be detected

V. WINDOW

requirements Consistent gap between window leaf Visual
and frame (for timber window only)
No visible gaps between window Visual
frame and wall
Neat joints between window frame Visual
and wall, internally and externally
Consistent and no visible gaps for Visual
joints at window leaf and at frame

Alignment/level with wall openings Visual
Window leaf and frame corner 4 mm per 300 L-square (200 mm x
maintained at right angle mm 300 mm) and steel
wedge
No stain marks and visible damages/ Visual
defects
Louvered window with glass panels Visual
of correct length.
Glazing clean and evenly sealed Visual
with putty or gasket for aluminum
windows
Good paintwork Visual
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Method
iv. Functionality
Ease of opening, closing and Physical
locking
No squeaky sound during opening Tested minimum Auditory (hearing)
and closing of the window one time
No sign of rainwater leakage Visual
Lock sets with good fit and aligned Visual
No missing or defective Visual
accessories
Screws levelled and flushed. No Visual
over-tightened screws
VI. FIXTURES
1. General Internal fixtures such as wardrobe,

requirements kitchen cabinet, vanity top, mirror,
bathtub, water closet, shower
screen, sink and basin
External fixtures such as signage,
railing, unit number plate, letter
box, metal gate, etc
i. Joints and Gaps
Consistent joint width and neat Visual
No visible gaps Visual
Welding joints grounded or flushed Visual
Level and in alignment Visual
No stain marks Visual
Consistent in colour tone Visual
iv. Functionality
Function, secured and safe Visual and physical
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Method
No missing accessories Visual
No damages/defects Visual
VII. ROOF
Good paint work Visual
ii. Rough/Uneven/Falls
Smooth and with no tool marks Visual
Even and level, especially with no Visual
potential of stripping
Falls in right direction Visual
iii. Cracks and Damages

No visible damages/defects, e.g., Visual
cracks, chippings and etc
iv. Joint/Sealant/Alignment
Consistent joint width, neat and Visual
aligned

v. Chockage/Ponding
No sign of chockage and ponding Visual

vi. Construction
No sign of leaking Visual
Proper dressing for any protrusion Visual
Neat and secured installation of Visual
fixtures
Water ponding < 3 mm Spirit level and steel
2. Flat roof
wedge
Surface to level to avoid tripping Visual
Openings to be sealed to prevent Visual
pest invasion
Clean and no stain marks Visual
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Method
3. Pitched roof No leaking Visual
No rust or stains Visual
Good painting to roof structural Visual
members
Roof tiles in alignment Visual
Openings to be sealed to prevent Visual
pest invasion
4. Waterproofing Evenly installed, no sharp Visual

(exposed) protrusion
Complete adhesion to base Visual
Good laps at joints and proper Visual
vertical abutment details
No leaking and signs of damage to Visual
membrane/coating
Clean and no mortar stains Visual
No paint defects Visual

5. Gutters and rain No ponding and chockage Visual
water down pipes No cracks, chips and any other Visual
(RWDP) visible damages/defects
RWDP inlet to be lower than the Visual
surrounding gutter invert level
Gutter and RWDP inlet to be Visual
covered to prevent chockage,
where practical
Clean and no cement stains Visual

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EXTERNAL FINISHES

Method
VIII.
Ite.m Standard EXTERNAL WALLSTolerance Assessment Tool
paintwork
No visible damages/ defects Visual
iii. Alignment and Evenness
Walls should be aligned and not Visual
wavy
Edges to be straight and aligned Visual
iv. Jointing
2. Plaster finishes As per General Requirements

above
3. Tiled finish Joints are aligned between tiles, Visual

and consistent in size
No lippage between tiles Visual
4. Cladding/curtain Gaps around openings to be Visual

walls properly sealed
Joint of regular widths as specified Visual
Evenness of surface, no dent or Visual
scratches
Sealant material compatible with Visual
cladding
5. Facing brickwork Weep holes are provided as Visual

specified
No efflorescence Visual
No mortar droppings Visual
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Assessment
6. Architectural Finished texture and colour to be Visual

coating uniformed
No paint drips and other stains Visual

7. Painting Surfaces are evenly painted; no Visual
patchiness due to touch-up work
Good opacity, no discolouration Visual
and fading
Surface should be free from Visual and physical
peeling, blisters and chalkiness
IX. APRONS AND PERIMETER DRAINS Visual
No patchiness and brush marks Visual
No visible cracks and damages Visual
iii. Alignment and Evenness
Finishes must be even, level, Visual
aligned and consistent
iv. Fall/Gradient
Free flowing and no water ponding Visual
v. Joints and Gaps
Consistent joints width and neat Visual

2. Drain cover/ Level and do not warp or rock Visual and physical
inspection Gap between drain covers Steel measuring tape
chamber Gap between sides of drain Measuring tape
No sign of corrosion on the drain 510 mm wide Visual
grating 510 mm wide
Fixtures installed must be safe, Visual and
secured and functional physical
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Assessment
X. CAR PARK/CAR PORCH
1. General i. Floor as per internal finishes -

requirements floor
ii. Columm as per internal finishes -
wall
iii. Ceiling as per internal finishes -
ceiling
iv. Fixtures as per internal finishes -
fixtures
v. M&E fitting as per Basic M&E
fitting
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ANNEX C
(Informative)
QUALITY STANDARDS FOR M&E WORKS

Method
I. Standard ELECTRICAL Assessment Tool
1. Main cables
Support Cables adequately supported and Visual
properly fastened on cable tray/ladder
Fire barrier Fire barrier properly installed Visual

Spacing of cable Adequate spacing between cables Visual
of different circuit
Adequate spacing to be provided for
overlapping cables

All elements No visible damages Visual

2. Surface conduits
Installation Conduit ends properly connected Visual
Metallic conduits properly earthed Visual
Conduits properly bent without Visual
distortion and damage
Termination of conduit to distribution Visual
board/outlet boxes effectively
connected to brass
Support Support/brackets at appropriate Visual and physical
interval rigidly fitted

Screw used properly fastened Visual and physical
Fire barrier Fire barrier properly installed Visual
Conduits and accessories properly Visual
painted
3. Concealed
conduit
Installation Conduit system properly protected Visual
from damages and blockages
Metalic conduit earthed properly Visual
Termination of conduit to distribution Visual
board/outlet boxes effectively
connected with brass bushes
Conduit properly bent without Visual
distortion and free from damages
Coupling joints fastened Visual
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QUALITY STANDARDS FOR M&E WORKS (Continued)
Item Element Standard Assessment

Method
Support Conduits properly secured Visual
Coupling joints fastened Visual
Cable tray,
4. ladder and
trunking
Installation All parts are protected against Visual
corrosion
Metallic trunking properly earthed Visual
No sharp bending Visual
Basic colours for identification of Visual
electrical trunking provided (either
by painting over the whole length/
use coloured identification board)

Support Support/brackets at appropriate Visual and physical
interval rigidly fitted
Screw used properly fastened Visual and physical
Fire barrier Fire barrier properly done Visual

Distribution
5. board
Circuit diagram Circuit diagram provided Visual
Proper labeling for panel Visual
Cable Internal cables neatly arranged Visual

management and tied with cable tie
Live, neutral and earth cable Visual
properly labeled
Cable termination/ All live parts to be non-accessible Visual
earthing All exposed metal parts effectively Visual
earthed
Neutral and earth connection for Visual
each circuit individually connected
to their respective terminal
Cable properly terminated using Visual
cable lug and coloured cable
sleeve
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Method
Installation Rubber grommet properly fitted at Visual
cable entry opening
Mounted on wall using bracket Visual
6. Wiring system
Installation Installed neatly and systematically Visual
Conform to space factor Visual
requirement (30% for duct, 40%
for conduit, 45% for trunking)
Cable termination No reduction of the number of Visual
cable strands at all terminals
No wiring joints for final subcircuit Visual
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Method
II. ACMV WORKS Tolerance
1. Air handling unit
Location and Unit location and pipe layout Visual
installation installed as per approved building
drawings
Inspection access door for fan, Visual
coil, motor and filter
All metal parts properly earthed Visual
Smoke detector installed at the Visual
return air stream
Name place installed with Visual
manufacturers name, serial
number and model number
Support Pipe/duct from AHU must be Visual
supported
All elements No visible damage Visual

2. Pump
Location and Location and pipe layout installed Visual
installation as per approved building
drawings
Pump and motor assembled Visual
properly installed on inertia block
and spring isolator
Guard provided to exposed shafts, Visual
coupling and moving parts
Name plate installed with Visual
manufacturers name, serial
Electrical No bad electrical termination Visual
termination

3. Cooling tower
Self-earthing Cooling tower completed with self- Visual
system earthing system for connection
to building lightning protection
system
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Method
Location and Name plate installed with Visual
installation manufacturers name, serial
Location and pipe layout installed as Visual
per approved building drawings
Clear of all debris Visual
4. Chiller
Location and Location and pipe layout installed Visual
installation as per approved building
drawing
Chiller to be levelled when placed Visual
on plinth or vibration isolators
Chiller fixed securely in position Visual
Correct model, make and Visual
capacity
Pipe support and Pipes supported properly by Visual
label hangers or brackets
Pipe connections follow specified Visual
flow direction
No leakage No sign of leakage Visual
5. Pipework Pipe works installed as per Visual

Including chilled approved building drawing and
water, hot water, specifications
steam, condenser
water, condenser
drain, cold water
make-up, water
treatment and
refgrigerant
Paints and Pipe works provided with drains at Visual

support each low point and automatic air
vents with manual isolating valve at
each high point
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Method
Fire stop Fire stop for passage of pipes at Visual
opening for fire resistant walls and
floor
Properly painted and supported Visual
6. Split unit/window
air conditioner
Installation Units are levelled when placed on Visual
plinth
Drainage provided/units slightly Visual
tilted for condensation
Drain hose connected to the drain Visual
pipe
Cool air is not blocked by beam, Visual
shelving or other built-in furniture
in the room
Seal penetration Proper sealant of wall or roof Visual
opening after pipes are installed
Leakage No sign of leakage from pipe Visual
7. Air conditioner Room temperature between Temperature meter

comfort 23C25C or according to
Temperature specification
Relative humidity Room relative humidity not Humidity meter
more than 60% or according to
specification
8. Ductwork
Paints Exposed ductwork and hanger Visual
properly painted to approved
colour code
Support Ductwork properly supported Visual

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Method
9. Fire-rated ducts
Installation No hanging of other services Visual
Access panel Fire-resistant sealed access panel Visual
provided with fire-rated enclosure of
equipment for maintenance
10. Dampers
Access door Damper/splitter damper can be Physical
adjusted freely between the open
and close position
Access door provided to all Visual
dampers

11. Fire dampers

Installation Dampers in open position and held Visual
in position by fusible link
Access door Access doors provided to all Visual
dampers according to relevant code
of practice
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Method
III.
Item FIRE
Landing valve PROTECTION
must be accessibleWORKS
1. Wet/dry riser
Landing valve Landing valve must be accessible Visual
Landing valve strapped and
padlocked Visual
Labeling for riser door Visual
Landing valve painted red for wet Visual
riser/yellow for dry riser
Automatic air release valve Visual
provided at the highest mark of
rising main

Pipe and pipe Riser pipes properly supported Visual
support Labeling and painting for riser pipe Visual
Bonding to earth provided for Visual
rising main

Wall/floor Proper wall/floor penetration Visual
penetration


2. Sprinkler No obstruction and painting to Visual
Installation sprinkler heads
Correct sprinkler heads used in Visual
correct locations

Pipe support Pipework properly supported Visual

Wall/floor Proper wall/floor penetration Visual
penetration
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Method
3. Fire Alarm
Installation Fire alarm wiring in GI conduit Visual

Paints Good condition and finishing Visual
paintwork for panel and conduit

Fire alarm zoning Fire alarm zoning diagram Visual
diagram provided near panels/subpanels


4. Hose reel
Installation Hose reel cabinet properly labeled Visual
Hose reel pipe properly fixed with Visual
hanger and bracket
Hose reel operation instruction Visual
fixed on hose reel drum or door

Paints Good condition and finishing Visual
paintwork
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Method
IV.
Item PLUMBING AND SANITARY WORKS
Tolerance Assessment Tool
1. Concealed pipes Pipes properly supported, bent Visual

location and without distortion, kinks and
installation damages

Pipe and fitting ends properly Visual
capped
Proper joints Visual
Alignment Vertically and horizontally aligned Visual


2. Exposed pipes
Installation Pipes properly supported, bent Visual
without distortion, kink and
damage
Joints are watertight Visual
Pipe ends properly capped Visual
No cold water pipes below Visual
sewerage pipes

Alignment Horizontally, vertically and parallel Visual
aligned to building surface
Inclined pipes laid to proper Visual
gradients
Tolerance for plumb 3 mm per 1 m Plumb bob and
height steel measuring tape
Clearance Do not cause obstruction/pose Visual
safety hazard at public areas
Sufficient clearance between Visual
installed pipes/ceiling and pipes/
wall for accessibility
Service pipe duct accessible Visual
3. Water tank
Installation All openings properly covered Visual
Joints and pipe connections are Visual
watertight
Not located below sewerage pipes Visual
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Method
Corrosion-resistant external cat Visual
ladders provided for large water
tank

Overflow pipe to be discharged at Visual
proper location
Well supported on plinth or Visual

bearers
Netting Netting properly fitted for overflow/ Visual

warning/ vent pipes

Clearance Accessible for maintenance Visual
Minimum clearance of 600 m all
rounded the water tank

All elements No visible damages/defects Visual
Clean and free from debris Visual

4. Pump and motor
Installation No noticeable abnormal vibration Visual
and noise from pump/ motor
Test certificate for alignment Visual

if pump and motor from
manufacturer

Electrical No bad/loose electrical Visual
termination terminations
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Method
V. BASIC M&E FITTINGS
Item Tolerance

requirements No visible gap Visual
Consistent joint width and neat Visual

Aligned, levelled and straight Spirit level

No stain marks Visual

iv. Functionality and Safety
No operational defects Physical and visual
Securely fixed Physical

No missing accessories Visual

2. Plumbing and
sanitary fittings
Gully and floor No damages and chokings Visual
trap Must be securely fixed Visual
Traps top lower than the Visual
surrounding floor level
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Method
Pipes Tolerance for plumb <10 mm/storey Plumb bob and steel
height measuring tape
Brackets firmly secured and joints Visual

properly sealed and marked
If painted, no drippings and with Visual
good opacity
Pipes properly supported, bent Visual
without distortion, kinks and
damages
Sufficient clearance between Visual
installed pipes and building
surface for accessibility

Fittings Firmly secured and joints properly Physical and visual
sealed and marked
No leakage at joints Visual
No chipping or cracks Visual
No paint drops or mortar droppings Visual
Fittings in working condition Physical and visual
Accessible for maintenance Visual
All sensors covers properly sealed Visual
against water seepage
3. M&E Fittings These include power mark,

telephone mark, air-con diffuser,
fan coil unit, lighting, smoke alarm,
sprinkler heads, CATV/CCTV
camera, speakers, alarm system,
etc
Installation Fittings must be aligned Visual

No stains Visual
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Method
Neat patch-up for marking/ Visual
penetration
Heights of switch and marks Visual
should be consistent
Switch can properly function Tested minimum Physical
one time
No visible gap between switches Visual

and walls
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ANNEX D
(Informative)
QUALITY STANDARDS FOR EXTERNAL WORKS

Method
I.
Item i. EXTERNAL WORKS
paintwork

Evenness of surface Visual
Edge to be straight and aligned Visual

No missing or defective Visual
accessories
iv. Functionality
Securely fixed, functional and safe Visual and physical
v. Joints and Gaps

Consistent joints width and neat Visual and physical
No visible gaps for M&E fittings Visual
2. Link-way/shelter Floor, column, ceiling, fixtures and Refer to item 1

M&E fittings (General
Requirements)
3. External drains Drain, drain cover and inspection
chamber
i. Drain
Free flowing and no ponding of Visual
water, no siltation
ii. Drain Cover

Level and do not warp or rock Visual and physical
Gap between drain covers. 510 mm wide Steel measuring
tape
Gap between sides of drain 510 mm wide Steel measuring
tape
Drain grating properly painted Visual

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QUALITY STANDARDS FOR EXTERNAL WORKS (Continued)

Method
iii. Inspection Chamber
Inspection chambers are level with Visual and steel
surroundings without depression measuring tape
and with tolerance of 20 mm for
protrusion
Covers to be level with frames Visual

4. Roadwork Road surface, road marking,
and car park on kerbs, road signs and road lightings
the ground i. Road surface
No water ponding Visual

5. Footpaths and Footpath, turfing, lighting, other
turfing fixtures
i. Turfing
No depression or bald patches Visual
Turfing done evenly, no dead Visual
grass or weeds
6. Playground Floor, playground equipment,

lightings, side drain, fixtures (eg.,
fencing, fixed benches, signages)
i. Floor
ii. Side drain
Free flowing of water Visual
No siltation Visual

7. Court Floor,signage, M&E fittings,
permanent fixtures
i. Floor
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QUALITY STANDARDS FOR EXTERNAL WORKS (Concluded)

Method
8. Fence and gate Fence, gate, M&E fittings, fixtures
i. Gate
Piers and gate to be vertical, Visual
perpendicular and straight.
Gate to be parallel and aligned
9. Swimming pool Overflow drain, pool deck, ladder

and railing, fixtures, M&E fittings
i. Overflow drain
No chockage Visual
ii. Pool deck

No sign of delamination Physical and visual
10. Electrical External wall, doors and windows, Visual

substation fence and gate, apron and drain,
11. Guard house External wall, apron and drain, Visual

barrier, door and windows, roof
12. Bin centre External wall, floor, apron and

drain, door and window, roof
i. Floor
Fall in the right direction Visual
No sign of delamination Physical and visual
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ANNEX E
(Informative)
DEFECT GROUPS FOR ASSESSMENT OF ARCHITECTURAL WORKS (INTERNAL FINISHES)

COMPONENTDEFECT GROUPING DESCRIPTION OFsDEFECT Tolerance
Floors and Finishing Stain marks -

internal/ Colour tone and paintwork -
external walls Patchy and rough surface (for internal walls only) -
Alignment and Evenness of surface 3 mm/1.2 m
evenness Falls in wet areas -
Variance in lengths of treads and risers for staircases 5 mm
Verticality of wall 3 mm/1.2 m
Walls meet at right angles 4 mm/ 300 mm
Edges of walls to be straight and aligned 3 mm/1.2 m
Cracks and Damages/ defects -
damages
Hollowness/ No hollow sound when tapped -
delamination Inadequate bedding/bonding -
Jointing Skirting thickness -
Gap between wall and skirting -
Edges of floors to be straight and aligned 3 mm/1.2 m
Ceiling Finishing Stain marks -
Colour tone -
Patchy surfaces -
Alignment and Surface smooth, even and not wavy -
evenness Straightness of corners -
Cracks and damages Spalling and leaks, no visible cracks -
Roughness Rough surface -
Jointing Consistent and neat -
Door and Joints and gaps Gaps between bottom of door leaf and finished floor -
window Gaps between window/door frame and wall -
Neat joints between frame and wall internally and externally 5 mm
Gap between window/door leaf and frame -
Alignment and Parallel with wall opening -
evenness Window/door frame to be plumb and square -
Window/door leaf and frame corners at right angles -
Double leaf doors to flush with each other -
Door frame and leaf to flush -
Materials and Stain marks (corrosion) and defects -
damages Louvered window with glass panels of correct length -
Glazing clean, evenly sealed with putty or gasket -
Sags/warps on door leaf -
Nail holes and joints proper for door -
Good paintwork (including top and bottom of door leaf) -
Functionality Ease in opening and closing -
No squeaky sound during opening and closing Minimum 1 time
Lockset for door Minimum 1 time
Accessories Lock sets are aligned with good fit and no stains (corrosion) -
defects Missing/defective accessories -
No additional timber strip added for timber frame -
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ACKNOWLEDGEMENT
The committee which developed the Malaysian Construction Industry Standard consists of the
following representatives:
Technical Committee
Dato Ir. K Laxana Naidu (Chairman) Master Builders Association Malaysia
Ir. Mukhtar Che Ali (Vice Chairman) Construction Industry Development Board
Malaysia
Mr. Chuang Kuang Hong (Secretary) Construction Industry Development Board

Malaysia
Ir. Noraini Bahri Construction Industry Development Board

Mr. Ibrahim Mohd Yusoff Malaysia
Ms. Heryanti Hilmi
Mr. Md Zahari Abdul Rahman
Ir. Abu Harith Shamsuddin Jabatan Kerja Raya Malaysia

Tuan Haji Azme Hassan
Mr. Tan Lai Seng Kementerian Kesejahteraan Bandar,

Haji Ahmad Redza Ghulam Rasool Perumahan dan Kerajaan Tempatan
Ir. Kamarudin Mohd Salleh Persatuan Kontraktor Melayu Malaysia

Ir. Jamaludin Non
The late Ir. Kor Chan Wah Master Builders Association Malaysia
Ir. Ng Hong Poo Association of Consulting Engineers Malaysia
Ar. Chan Seong Aun Pertubuhan Akitek Malaysia

Ar. Steven Thong Boon Ann
Dato Soam Heng Choon Real Estate and Housing Developer

Mr. Amirrudin Ismail Association Malaysia
Brid. Gen. Sr. Haji Mohd Amin Mohd Din Royal Institution of Surveyors Malaysia
Sr. Joshua Kang Wee Leng

Ar. Dr. S C Vadiveloo National House Buyers Association of Malaysia
Mr. Chang Kim Loong
Dato Ir. Haji Md Nasir Ibrahim Guild of Bumiputra Contractors Berhad

Allahyarham Mohd Shah Mohd Ali
Mr. Haris Azman Abd Aziz
Prof. Madya Sr. Dr. Ilias Said Universiti Sains Malaysia

Dr. Radzi Ismail
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Working Group 1 (General)
Sr. Joshua Kang Wee Leng (Chairman) Canaan Building Inspection Sdn Bhd

Malaysia
Ir. Mukhtar Che Ali Construction Industry Development Board

Mr. Ibrahim Mohd Yusoff Malaysia
Ms. Heryanti Hilmi
Mr. Rahlan Ali
Mr. Anuar Mat Daud
Mr. Azam Syah A. Kadir
Mr. Md Zahari Abdul Rahman
Dato Ir. K Laxana Naidu Master Builders Association Malaysia
Mr. Jeganathan Sime Darby Property Berhad
Mr. Teh Tik Guan Sunway Integrated Properties Sdn Bhd
Haji Rastam Hamzah Senior QLASSIC Assessor
Working Group 2 (M&E Work)
Ir. Looi Hip Peu Association of Consulting Engineers Malaysia

Malaysia
Ir. Mukhtar Che Ali Construction Industry Development Board

Mr. Md Zahari Abdul Rahman Malaysia
Ir. Sharinah Hamid Jabatan Kerja Raya Malaysia
Sr. Joshua Kang Wee Leng Canaan Building Inspection Sdn Bhd
Mr. Perumal Vengadasalam The Electrical and Electronic Association of

Mr. How Chee Seng Malaysia
Mr. Peter Tan Malaysia Air-Conditioning & Refrigeration

Association
Ms. Nor Sakinah Sallehuddin Persatuan Pengilang, Pembekal, Kontraktor,

Mr. Sukri Wahad Industrial Elektrik, Elektronik, Mekanikal dan
ICT Melayu dan Bumiputra Malaysia
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CIS BOOK COVER.FOR PRINT.

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QUALITY ASSESSMENT SYSTEM FOR

LEMBAGA PEMBANGUNAN INDUSTRI PEMBINAAN MALAYSIA

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All enquiries regarding this book should be forwarded to:

Tel : 603-4047 7000

First edition 2006

Perpustakaan Negara Malaysia Data Pengkatalogan-dalam-Penerbitan

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1.2 Normative references 1

1.4 Objectives of Quality Assessment System for

1.5 Use of Quality Assessment System for

1.6 Scope of Quality Assessment System for

1.7 Assessment approach 2

SECTION 2: QUALITY STANDARD

2.1 Components to be assessed 3

3.2 QLASSIC assessors 5

3.4 Structural works assessment 5

3.5 Architectural works assessment 8

3.6 M&E works assessment 11

3.7 External works assessment 13

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1 Allocation of weightage for components of building construction works according to

2 Weightage for reinforced concrete structure elements 5

3 Sampling guidelines for reinforced concrete structure works 6

4 Weightage for structural steel elements 7

5 Weightage for prestressed concrete elements 7

6 Sampling guidelines for structural steel works 8

7 Weightage for architectural elements 8

8 Sampling guidelines for architectural works 9

9 Weightage for location of architectural works according to building category 10

10 Weightage for M&E elements according to building category 11

11 Sampling guidelines for M&E works 12

A Quality Standards For Structural Works 14

B Quality Standards For Architectural Works 25

C Quality Standards For M&E Works 38

D Quality Standards For External Works 52

E Defect Groups For Assessment Of Architectural Works (Internal Finishes) 55

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Construction Industry Development Board of Malaysia

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1.2 Normative references

l Uniform Building By-Laws 1984 (Amendment 2007)

l CIDB Act 520 1994 (Amendment 2011)

1.3.1 Approved standards

1.3.2 Competent person

A person who possesses a valid certificate from an accredited institution.

An acronym for quality assessment system in construction.

1.3.6 Qualified person (QP) or principal-submitting-person (PSP)

1.3.7 Superintendent Officer (SO)

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a) to benchmark the level of quality of the construction industry in Malaysia

d) to evaluate the performance of contractors based on quality of workmanship

e) to compile data for statistical analysis

1.5 Use of Quality Assessment System for Building Construction Works

1.6 Scope of Quality Assessment System for Building Construction Works

1.7 Assessment approach