Light Gauge Steel Framing Inspection

Inspection template for verifying light-gauge steel cold-formed framing installation, including screw spacing, track gauge, and bridging compliance.

Project and Inspection Details

• Project name and location recorded
• Inspection date and time recorded
• Inspector name and company recorded
• Area, floor, gridline, or room identified
• Approved drawings, shop drawings, and submittals available on site
• Applicable inspection criteria confirmed

Materials and Member Verification

• Studs, tracks, and accessories match approved member sizes and gauges
• Track gauge measured within approved specification
  Enter the installed track gauge or thickness as specified on the approved documents.
• Members are free of visible damage, excessive corrosion, or deformation
• Cut edges, notches, and punch-outs are acceptable and do not compromise member integrity
• Fasteners and connectors match approved type and corrosion protection

Layout, Alignment, and Plumb

• Layout matches approved dimensions and opening locations
• Stud spacing measured and compliant with approved design
  Record the on-center spacing used for the inspected framing run.
• Walls, partitions, or framing lines are plumb, level, and straight within tolerance
• Openings, headers, and jambs are framed per approved details

Fasteners and Screw Spacing

• Fastener type and length match approved specification
• Screw spacing at track-to-stud connections complies with approved detail
  Enter the measured screw spacing for the connection being inspected.
• Required number of fasteners at each connection point is installed
• Fasteners are properly seated without stripping, overdriving, or missed members

Bridging, Bracing, and Stability

• Bridging is installed at required locations and intervals
• Bridging members are properly attached and continuous where required
• Temporary bracing remains in place until framing is stable
• No visible instability, excessive deflection, or unsecured framing members observed

Final Condition and Sign-Off

• Deficiencies documented with location and corrective action
• Follow-up inspection required
• Inspection result
• Inspector signature