Using unapproved fastener in rated or structural condition

Stop before using any unapproved fastener in rated, structural, seismic, grease, equipment, or manufacturer-controlled conditions.

Stop if

• This condition looks controlled. What exact fastener/detail is approved here?

Watch out

• Do not swap fasteners because the approved one is not in your pouch.

Check

• Identify if the condition is rated/structural/seismic/special exhaust/equipment.
• Find the approved detail or manufacturer instruction.
• Match material, coating, size, and type.
• Ask before substituting hardware.
• Document the question if direction changes.

Steps

• Identify if the condition is rated/structural/seismic/special exhaust/equipment.
• Find the approved detail or manufacturer instruction.
• Match material, coating, size, and type.
• Ask before substituting hardware.
• Document the question if direction changes.

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