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REPORT
BUREAU VERITAS
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REPORT ON <<BUILDING NAME>>
<<CLIENT>>

Move Forward with Confidence

BUREAU VERITAS INDIA PVT LIMITED

Head Office Regional Office


72 Business Park, 9th floor, #1601&1602, Eco Centre, 16th floor,
Opposite Seepz Gate No. 2, EM-04, Salt Lake, Sector –V
MIDC Cross Road "C", Kolkata 700091
Andheri - (East), Mumbai - 400 093.
www.bureauveritas.com

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<<CLIENT>>
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<<BUILDING NAME>> From <<FROM DATE>> To <<TO DATE>>
Report on : <<WORK ORDER>> of <<BUILDING NAME>> at
<<LOCATION>>
Reference : <<W.O. NO.>>
Period of Evaluation tests : <<FROM DATE>> to <<TO DATE>>

Evaluation tests carried out : Sri. Shahid Syed


under the guidance of (Manager – Building & Infrastructure | Eastern Region)
M/s. Bureau Veritas India Private Limited, Kolkata.
Evaluation tests carried out by : Sri. <<ENGINEER 1>>
(Sr. Engineer – NDT | Eastern Region)
Sri. <<ENGINEER 2>>
(Engineer – NDT | Eastern Region)
Sri. <<ENGINEER 3>>
(Engineer – NDT | Eastern Region)
M/s. Bureau Veritas India Private Limited, Kolkata.
Evaluation tests carried out in : Ajit Kumar Oram
the presence of Junior Engineer | Engg. Service & Projects
M/s. Tata Steel Limited Joda, OMQ
Evaluation tests coordinated by : Abhishek Mojumder
Assistant Manager | Engg. Service & Projects

Anil Prasad
Head of The Department | Engg. Service & Projects

M/s. Tata Steel Limited Joda, OMQ


Date of submission of Final Report: 27th March 2020

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ACKNOWLEDGEMENT

We are thankful to the Management of <<CLIENT>>, for their kind co-operation


during the Assessment of the Structure and appreciate the courtesy and cordiality
extended to the Bureau Veritas auditors.

- Bureau Veritas (India) Pvt. Ltd.

Disclaimer:
This report includes the findings of the Structural soundness Audit of the <<BUILDING NAME>> of <<CLIENT>> Located at
<<LOCATION>>. This report is issued within the scope of contract documents submitted and does not perpetuate into
compliance to any statutory regulations and / or codes of any country/region. The discussion of facts, as determined by the
investigator, and the views expressed in the report do not assume and are not intended to establish the existence of any duty at law
on the part of <<CLIENT>>, its employees or agents, contractors, their employees or agents, or any other party.

This report neither determines nor implies liability. As the areas not included in our scope was not able to study, so the rest of the
area is assumed here is safe and stable for all the possible intended purpose of loadings and also considered is in Good Condition
for perusal. Also some structural Members are covered with interior finishes and was not available to study was assumed here safe
and stable for all the intended purpose of loadings.

The Remedial and Restoration Scheme suggested here is based on the assumption that all the structural members are able to take
all the possible intended purpose of loadings (like Gravity Load, Seismic load, Wind Load, Dynamic and Static Load due to
running plant, and any other possible loads) with their original sizes and shapes. As detailed structural design details of existing
structure is not available for design review, during the exercise. The attempt is made by suggesting remedial measures to improve
the contribution of restored members to the total structural system of the plant to achieve their initial capacities.
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CONTENTS
SL. PARTICULARS PAGE NO.
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY 5

A INTRODUCTION 6
B PHYSICAL OBSERVATION 6–9
C EVALUATION TESTS 10
C INFERENCES 10
D RESTORATION MEASURES 10 – 13
E GENERAL RECOMMENDATION 13 – 14
F CONCLUDING REMARKS 14

APPENDIX
TABLES
Table – 1 – Ultrasonic Pulse Velocity Test Results
A
Table – 2 – Rebound Hammer Test Results
Table – 3 – Cover Meter Test Results
B SPECIFICATIONS
DRAWINGS DRAWING NO.
LAYOUT 22
C
DISTRESS LAYOUT 23
RESTORATION DRAWINGS 24
<<EXECUTIVE SUMMARY>>

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A. INTRODUCTION
The existing <<BUILDING NAME>> at <<LOCATION>> is used as a <<PURPOSE>> comprises
of <<TYPE OF BUILDING>>. This building has <<NO. OF FLOORS>> and was built around
<<YEAR OF CONSTRUCTION>> and since then it is in operation.

Now, the concerned authority of <<CLIENT>> wants to assess the structural stability of the
building by conducting visual inspection and non-destructive test. In connection with this M/s.
Bureau Veritas India Pvt. Ltd. is engaged to carry out the structural stability of the structure.

In response to this, a field evaluation study was carried out by us on the period <<FROM DATE>>
to <<TO DATE>>

<<GENERAL VIEW>>

Fig: General View of <<BUILDING NAME>>

B. PHYSICAL OBSERVATIONS
Following are the physical observations made consequent to the inspection:

<<OBSERVATION>>
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C. EVALUATION TESTS
Following are the evaluation tests carried out:
1. Dimensional Measurements of Structural Members.
2. Assessment of thickness of steel members by Ultrasonic Thickness Gauge.
3. Magnetic Particle Test on welded joints to assess the quality of weld.
1. Dimensional Measurements of Structural Members
A detailed physical measurement was carried out to obtain the dimensions of various members.
The dimensions of typical structural members were physically measured and recorded.
[Reference Sketch no. .....]
2. Assessment of Thickness of Steel Members by Ultrasonic Thickness Gauge.

Ultrasonic thickness measurement test was carried out on structural steel members of <<UTG
MEMBER>> at random in order to assess the present thickness. The test was conducted using

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Ultrasonic thickness gauge UTM-5 equipment from M/s. Workzone as per the guidelines
furnished by the manufacturer's manual. The thickness of the tested members is furnished in
Table - 1.

Fig: Ultrasonic Thickness Test is in Progress

3. Magnetic Particle Test on welded Joints to Assess the Quality of Weld

In order to assess surface and sub-surface defect of weld, Magnetic Particle test was carried out
on identified welded joints. The test was carried out using standard chemicals confirming to IS
5334 - 2003. From the test results, it is revealed that the quality of weld is by and large
satisfactory.
The results of test on welded joints are tabulated in Table-3.

Fig: Magnetic Particle Test Results

D. INFERENCES
Based on the detailed physical observations and investigative studies following are the inferences
drawn:

1. From the results of Ultrasonic thickness gauge, it is inferred that the reduction in thickness of
structural steel member is very low at unaffected regions but in few affected regions due to adverse
weather and peripheral condition is very high.

2. From the results of Magnetic Penetration Test, it is inferred that the welding are by and far
satisfactory. In some position due to adverse weather and peripheral condition reduction in thickness
was noted.

3. From the detailed observation and results of NDT tests, it is evident that the existing building is
sound and stable for the present status. However, the observed distress needs to be treated
immediately in order to ensure the soundness of structure.

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4. Cracks, spalling of cover concrete and exposure of corroded rebars observed in columns, beams, and
slabs are mainly due to corrosion of rebars. Corrosion of rebars are essentially due to ingress of
moisture into the interior concrete for a prolonged period.

5. Honeycomb in RC Member was essentially due to low quality of workmanship during construction.

6. Stagnation of water at the basement was essentially due to ground water seepage.

7. Dampness in masonry wall is essentially due to water seepage, water stagnation, non-aeration area
and aging effect.

8. Plaster deterioration was found due to aging effect and several unfilled drilling holes.

9. Vegetation growth, dumping of waste material and formation of algae are essentially due to lower
maintenance frequency.

E. RESTORATION MEASURE
Based on the physical observations and inferences, the following restoration measures are worked out
for the building for effective functioning:

I. Treatment for Corroded Structural Steel Member

The steel members which are exhibiting corrosion stains shall be provided with two coats of
anticorrosive zinc chromate paint as per manufacturer's specification after removing the corrosion
stain / old paint using emery cloth / buffing wheel.

II. Treatment for severely corroded region of steel members


1. Structural steel columns (stanchions) shall be thoroughly cleaned with wire brush / buffing wheel
to remove rust, paint /scales etc., complete. If required, rust converters can be used to clean the
surface as required.
2. Proposed structural steel plates shall be fabricated, placed and welded in position as per sketch
enclosed.

[Reference Sketch no. .....]

F. GENERAL RECOMMENDATION

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1. All Vegetation adjacent to the building has to be uprooted as soon as possible.
2. Welding Slag should be removed after welding as well as older welding slags should be removed as
per standard practice.
3. Unfilled bolt holes should be filled with filler material as per manufacturer’s specification.
4. Plinth protection of size 900mm (Width) x 150 mm (Thickness) with M15 (1:2:4) grade concrete has
to be placed all around the peripheral masonry wall.
5. Drainage and gardening has to be shifted after plinth protection.
6. All the plumbing line should be rechecked and especially the overflow pipeline of the tank (in no case
it can be left at the roof or open at the adjacent) and all the drainage and rainwater pipe should be
continued to drain (in no case it can be left open adjacent to the wall).
7. Indiscriminate holes in masonry wall has to be filled with appropriate size of bricks followed by re-
plastering in CM 1:4 mixed with water proofing plasticizers.
8. Repaint the surface after removing the root cause and proper surface preparation (dampness or
deteriorated plaster or worn out paint, formation of algae) of peeling of paint.

G. CONCLUDING REMARKS
The existing <<BUILDING NAME>> of <<CLIENT>> located at <<LOCATION>> is structurally
safe, the identified distress in the building is essentially due to age effect, seepage of water, and
improper roofing arrangements at a few regions.
On carrying out the above recommended restoration measures effectively as per specifications and
sound engineering construction practice, the structure will be rendered normal. It is essential that
the recommended restoration measures shall be executed by an experienced agency under the
supervision of experienced technical personnel.
It is mandatory to carry out the periodic maintenance of the building as per standard practice to
enhance the life of the structure.

SHAHID SYED
(Manager – B & I | Eastern Region)

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TABLES

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SPECIFICATIONS

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Enter Specifications

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DRAWING

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