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Not confirming that duct seismic bracing is installed per the structural engineer's stamped details

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Compare every seismic brace installation to the stamped structural detail before concealing. Spacing, angle, anchor type, and connection method must all m…

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Compare every seismic brace installation to the stamped structural detail before concealing. Spacing, angle, anchor type, and connection method must all match the detail exactly. AHJs inspect seismic bracing — non-conforming bracing fails inspection.

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Can you verify this before I keep going? I’m looking at: Not confirming that duct seismic bracing is installed per the structural engineer's stamped details. What’s the approved correction for this job?

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Do not hide, force, cover, or “make it work” if this affects safety, access, airflow, rated assemblies, supports, equipment, or inspection. Stop and verify the approved correction.

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