GROUP 3

THE SIXTEEN DIVISION

UNIFORM
CONSTRUCTION INDEX
The 16 Division Uniform
Construction Index
The use of a standard format for construction
specifications is important for the following reasons:

• a. The use of the same procedure lessens the chance

for omissions or duplications of items
• b. It facilitates the location of items in the same place
in each section after the users become familiar with
the format.
• c. Its outline can serve as a checklist during the
design/ development stage: what relationships are
involved? What is the product and its scope? What is
it used in the work?
• The Construction Specifications Institute, the
American Institute of Architects and the Associated
General Contractors of America, Inc. have jointly
recommended that specifications conform to the
sixteen-division Uniform Construction Index.

• The consistent international format would prove

beneficial to the writer of specifications, to the
contractor, and to the material supplier, by making it
simpler for each to carry out his part of the building
process.
• The sixteenth division Uniform Construction Index
places related groups basically in the order that a
vertical structure is built. In other wprds, the
earthwork sections are placed first, followed by
concrete, masonry, metals, carpentry, etc.

• The specifications are divided into the following

divisions:
 Division 1: General
Requirements
DIVISION 01: GENERAL REQUIREMENTS
- This division includes general
administrative and technical provisions that
may not be listed elsewhere, and which
may apply to more than one division.
• - General requirements include the
following:
 Division 1: General
Requirements
• • contractual/ legal requirements
• • summary of work to be done
• • explanation of work to be performed later
• • description of meetings to be held such as
construction coordination meetings, scheduling
meetings, and progress meetings
• • quality and control
• • and submittal which refers to catalog descriptions or
"shop drawings" of equipment, which are submitted
by the contractor for approval by the architect and/or
engineer.
 Division 1: General
Requirements
• a. General Conditions - This is a standard section
added by the professional organization for architects
and engineers in this division. Documents under this
section cover major topics like those listed above.

• b. Supplemental General Conditions - This is another

section that can be seen in this division written by the
architect or - Special laws or building code
requirements are listed in this section.
 Division 2:Site Work

• DIVISION 02: SITE CONSTRUCTION - This division pertains to

the work that must be done on the site like: • soil testing • core
drilling • standard penetration tests and seismic exploration - The
following test must also be conducted in this division, and such
requirement must be expressed. • Demolition of existing structures,
materials, and debris. • The capping and removal of existing
services. In addition, this division also describes the various steps
in the clearing of the site, which includes: • structure moving •
clearing • grubbing of shrubs • tree removal • pruning • and tree
relocation. Also explained in this division are the following •
grading and earthwork • grading and drainage • paving and
surfacing • and landscaping. Site improvements like of the following
must also be stated in this division • fences gates • lighting
guardrails
 Division 3: Concrete

• Includes most items traditionally

associated with concrete work;
exceptions are paving, piles,
waterproofing, and terrazzo.
 Division 4: Masonry

• Includes most materials traditionally

installed by mason; exceptions are paving
and interior flooring.
 Division 5 : Metals

• Includes most structural metals are

metals not falling under the specific
provisions of other divisions; exceptions
are reinforcing steel, curtain walls,
roofing, piles, doors, and windows
Division 6: Wood and
Plastics
• Includes most works
traditionally performed by
carpenters; exceptions are
wood fences, concrete
formwork, doors, windows, and
finish hardware.
Division 7 : Thermal and
Moisture Protection
Thermal and Moisture Protection
-roofing materials
Division 7 : Thermal and
Moisture Protection
This division contains written descriptions
the following
• roofing materials
• waterproofing materials
• flashing and sheet metal trim
• insulation
• roof accessories and sealants
Division 7 : Thermal and
Moisture Protection
Waterproofing materials
-pvc waterproofing membrane
-rubber
-cementitious coating
Division 8 : Doors and
Windows
* Includes hardware, doors, windows, and
frames; metal and glass curtain walls;
transparent and translucent glazing.
Exceptions are glass blocks and glass
mosaics.
Division 8 : Doors and
Windows
• Under this division are the following
• Metal doors and frames
• wood and plastic doors, entrances and
storefronts
• metal windows
• special windows wood and plastic
windows
• hardware and specialties
• and glazing
 Division 9: Finishes

Includes interior finishes not traditionally the

work of the carpentry trade
Division 10: Specialties

Specialties Includes factory-assembled, pre-

finished items
 DIVISION 11 (EQUIPMENT)
This division lists equipment which is normally furnished
and installed by the general contractor as a part of the
construction of the building.
FOLLOWING TYPES OF EQUIPMENTS :
❖ MAINTENANCE EQUIPMENT

SAFETY GEAR

STORAGE
EQUIPMENT
 ❖ BANK AND VAULT EQUIPMENTS
Bank and vault equipment refers to specialized tools and security features designed for the
protection.

VAULT DOORS

ALARM SYSTEM
 ❖ FOOD AND SERVICE EQUIPMENT
Food service equipment encompasses a wide range of tools and machinery used in the preparation,
cooking, serving, and storage of food in various foodservice establishments.

KITCHEN CONSTRUCTION

Stainless Steel Countertops

Flooring Materials
 ❖ VENDING EQUIPMENT
Vending equipment in construction sites is set up to provide convenient access to food
and drinks during work hours.

Vending Machines

Water Dispensers
 ❖ ATHLETIC EQUIPMENT
Athletic equipment refers to a variety of gear and apparatus used in sports, fitness, and
recreational activities.
Indoor Gymnasium Construction Equipment

Basketball Court Flooring

Installation

Concrete or Vinyl Liner

Installation
 ❖ LAUNDRY EQUIPMENT
Laundry equipment refers to machines and tools used in the process of washing,
drying, and ironing clothes and other textiles.

Washing Machines

Water Supply and Drainage

❖ LIBRARY EQUIPMENT
Library equipment refers to the tools, furniture, and technology used in libraries

Bookshelves and Shelving Units

Library Furniture

Laptop Charging Stations

 ❖ MEDICAL EQUIPMENT
Medical equipment refers to a wide range of devices, instruments, machines, and tools
used in healthcare settings for the diagnosis, treatment, and monitoring of patients.

First Aid Stations

Rest Areas and

Comfort Facilities

Access to Medical
Professionals
 ❖ LOADING DOCK EQUIPMENT
Loading dock equipment is typically associated with industrial and commercial facilities
rather than construction sites. However, during the construction phase of a building or
facility, there might be temporary loading and unloading areas where construction materials,
equipment, and machinery are brought in and out.

Portable Ramps

Safety Barriers and Signage

 DIVISION 12 (FURNISHINGS)
In the case of Division 12, which is titled "Furnishings," it
typically encompasses a wide range of items related to the interior
furnishings of a building.

Here are some common categories and examples found within

Division 12:
 1. Furniture
• Desks, tables, chairs, sofas,
benches, and other types of seating
etc.

1. Interior and Exterior Furnishings

• Decorative items such as artwork, sculptures, and wall coverings.
 3. Textiles
• Curtains, drapes, and window
treatments.
• Rugs, carpets, and floor coverings.

4. Accessories
• Mirrors, clocks, vases, and
decorative items.
 Division 13: Special
Construction
What are found in this division are the description and necessary
information for constructing special areas.
Special construction areas referring here includes the following:
• clean rooms
• operating rooms in hospitals
• Incinerators
• Instrumentation rooms
• nuclear reactors
• radiation treatment rooms.
• sound and vibration rooms.
• vaults
• and swimming pool spaces
Division 14: Conveying
System
The usual items found in this division are the following:
• Dumbwaiters
• Elevators
• hoists and cranes
• lifts
• material handling systems
• moving stairs and walks
• and pneumatic tube systerms
DIVISION 15 : MECHANICAL

Includes most items that have been traditionally

associated with the mechanical trades; Plumbing,
Heating, Ventilating, Air Conditioning and Fire
Protection.
The mechanical division of the specifications
generally has major sections consisting of general
provisions (general description of the work, procedures,
etc.) basic materials and methods, equipment, air
distribution, piping, insulation, controls, and
instrumentation.
DIVISION 16: ELECTRICAL

Includes most items that have been

traditionally associated with the electric
trades.
Generally consists of general
provisions, basic materials and methods,
power generation, power transmission,
power service and distribution, lighting,
special systems, communications, controls,
and instrumentation.
 GROUP 3

Andal, Bea Jemifaye

Bacaraman, Sitee Ainah
Barrinuevo, Brent Byron
Basilio, Lemuel Joy
Custodio, Tyron
Gonzales, Quintin
Palado, Lance Jeppoy
Racelis, Nicole