SECTION 6 QUALITY ASSURANCE/QUALITY CONTROL

10.11.12.13.14.15.16.17.18.Bridge approach slab layoutJoint layout shown on concrete pavement constructionBeginning and end of project (state/federal), stations and federal nos. shown, stopsand resumes shownInverts and top of grate elevations of proposed and existing drainage structuresOn projects where rock will be encountered with rock excavation, are combinationdrains shownExisting and proposed sign structures shown (overhead and ground mounted)Existing utilitiesStructure numbersIdentify wooded areas, swamps, grass, driveway types, etc.PROFILE SHEETS1.2.3.4.5.6.7.8.9.10.11.12.Existing profile to include 150 meters on each side of the project limitsExisting ground line and station elevationsProposed profileDatum reference, vertical control NAVD88 or NGVD29Structure footings and various types of special excavationsScales (graphic)Vertical curve limitsVertical curve design dataExisting and proposed structural clearancesProposed design speed for all ramp profiles (if applicable)Begin and end of project limitsAll railroad crossingsGRADE SHEETS1.2.3.4.5.6.7.8.9.10.Pavement cross slopes and superelevation rates including transition areasProposed grades for cross slopes at 7.5 meter intervals where plans deviate fromTypical SectionsScales (graphic)Proposed at grade drainage features with elevationsGrate and/or rim elevationsDetention and retention basins (contoured)Contours for infield areas that are not fully covered by cross sectionsProposed lane and shoulder widthsNorth arrowTownship and countyTRAFFIC CONTROL AND STAGING PLANS1.2.3.4.5.6.Show all required lane widths for each staging planShow and grade temporary roadways and cross-oversShow all detours with respective detour signingShow all pay items for temporary workShow any temporary drainage associated with traffic stagingShow any temporary traffic signals and associated signal phasing design6.1-6

7.8.9.10.11.12.Show all signing respective of each staging planShow all traffic control and safety devices that are necessary for each stage ofconstruction.Indicate township and countyNorth arrowScales (graphic)Indicate allowable working hoursTRAFFIC CONTROL AND LIGHTING PLANS1.2.Traffic Signalsa)1:250 scale plansb)proposed traffic signal plansc)anticipated temporary traffic signalsd)existing traffic signals to be revisede)location of electrical services and utility linesf)wire elevation layout plang)utility clearances plan with all signal and lighting standardsHighway Lightinga)separate sheets showing all symbols and legends for projects which have two ormore load centersb)key sheets showing locations of load centers and areas they serve, locations ofthe existing and proposed lighting units and locations of sign structures withsign panelsc)construction plans showing location of load center, each highway lighting unit(including station and offset), existing highway lighting units (indicating type andwattage of the luminaries with different symbols for existing and proposed) andsign structures and sign panelsCROSS ng ground line plottedProposed section template plus baseline plotted correctlyProposed and existing profile grade elevationDatum for each section (horizontal and vertical)LegendLimits of wet excavationRetaining walls, crib walls, abutments, piers and buildings (foundations)Limits of zone 2 backfill with apparent firm bottomDitch sectionsChannel sectionsLimits of excavation and embankment indicated (end sections, equations, bridge sites,etc.)Porous fill, bridge foundation borrow excavation, Zone 1 and Zone 2 materials, or anyselect embankments clearly indicatedLower right above title block, the location (mainline, ramp Z, etc.) and station to stationof the sheetCommon line limit for alternate wall designsMatch line for overlapping cross sections6.1-7

EARTHWORK SUMMARYThe earthwork cannot be standardized due to many conditions encountered on variousprojects. Designers should use the current sample plans for guidance.INTELLIGENT TRANSPORTATION SYSTEM PLANS1.2.3.4.5.6.Communication conduit layoutKey sheet indicating location of all ITS devicesSystem block designIdentification of utility conflictsLoad center location(s)Location of all traffic signals (proposed and existing)6.1.3Guidelines For Structural Plan Development - Initial SubmissionRefer to Section 17.3.6.1.4Guidelines For Roadway Plan Development - Final SubmissionThese items shall be completed prior to or included in the Final Design Submission.The final design submission shall be submitted to the appropriate Quality Assurance units.The submission package shall include:Environmental Plan Sheet in accordance with Section 8.1.8.Computer diskette containing Engineer’s Estimate data files and two printed copies of theEngineer’s Estimate in accordance with the current All Design Unit Memorandum, entitled, “PCGenerated Engineer’s Estimate”.Computer diskette with the latest Standard Input (Sl) and the Designer’s Special Provisions,and two sets of the final Special Provisions.A list of the following: Standard Details (Roadway Construction, Traffic Control, Electrical, Bridge) required bysheet number and description.Standard Details, as revised or modified, that are included in this submission.Non-Standard Details that are included in this submission.Mylars of all plan sheets, including all standard and non-standard details, consecutivelynumbered. Indicate the total number of sheets on every sheet. Titles shall be in accordancewith the current All Design Unit Memorandum, entitled, “Plan Sheet Titling and Consultant’sSignature” and the current Sample Plans.Roadway plans shall include the following items, as revised for the project:ESTIMATE - DISTRIBUTION OF QUANTITIES SHEET6.1-8

1.2.3.4.5.6.7.8.Proper item nomenclature, no abbreviationsArrangement of items in the order of the standard specifications - insert ten “no items” ifthere are bridge items; structural items, titledProper unit designations (linear meters, lump sum, etc.)Provide additional column for cost sharing quantity breakout totals if there are morethan one federal project number and/or third party participationa.check if two or more routes are involved, or routes other than NJDOTb)check with the Technical Specification Unit for items participating and nonparticipating under NJDOT jurisdictionAll quantities rounded to whole numbersSuitable amount of “if and where” quantities provided on possible extra work items, notto exceed 10% of the quantity (contact specifications engineer for prior approval)Do not duplicate items, i.e., reset castings vs. reset casting, sanitary sewerAlternate items or groups of itemsTYPICAL SECTION SHEETS1.Finalize typical sections according to initial design review comments.TIE SHEETS1.Finalize Tie Sheets according to initial design review comments.CONSTRUCTION PLAN SHEETS1.2.3.4.5.6.7.On demolitionsa)buildings and tracts definedb)demolition and parcel numberc)building described, house numberd)cellars, floor slabse)clearing site areaBeginning and end of project (state/federal), stations and federal numbers shown;stops and resumes shownLimits of milling shownShow proposed drivewayLimits of removal of concrete base and surface courses, and removal of bituminousconcrete overlay clearly shownComplete plan quantitiesBeam guiderail/impact attenuatorsPROFILE SHEETS1.Finalize according to initial design review comments.GRADE SHEETS6.1-9

1.Finalize according to initial design review comments.TRAFFIC CONTROL AND STAGING PLANS1.Finalize according to initial design review comments.TRAFFIC CONTROL AND LIGHTING PLANS1.2.Traffic Signalsa)all pay items indicated, contract quantities shown on plans and estimate sheetsand specified in standard or Special Provisionsb)conduit and junction box locationsc)block wiring diagramsd)circuitrye)loop detectors and schedulef)signal timing scheduleg)load center(s)h)non-standard electrical detailsi)list of standard electrical detailsHighway Lightinga)key sheets showing locations of load centers, areas they serve, locations ofexisting and proposed lighting units (including underdeck lighting units) and thelocations of sign structures with sign panels.b)construction plans showing the final location (including station and offset) ofeach highway lighting unit, revisions to existing lighting systems and temporaryhighway lighting systems for each stage of construction all pay items with contract quantities shown and specified in standard orSpecial Provisions conduit and junction box locations foundations wiring diagram circuitry load centers non-standard electrical details list of standard electrical detailsCROSS SECTIONS1.2.3.4.5.6.7.8.9.Cut and fill quantitiesTopsoil quantities and limitsStripping quantities and limits (cuts and fills)Wet excavation and quantitiesRetaining walls, crib walls, abutments, piers and buildings (foundations)Limits of Zone 2 backfill with apparent firm bottomDitch sections with quantity, if from sectionsChannel sections with quantity, if from sectionsNote describing additional embankment available from project excavation to reduceborrow6.1-10

10.Check for adequate driveway details and pavement runouts to cover all situations thatmay be encounteredEARTHWORK SUMMARYFinalize earthwork summary according to final earthwork quantities.EARTHWORK CHART SHEETAn earthwork chart should be provided only when the project is a large earth moving projectand complex enough to warrant a graphic picture of available embankment sites.INTELLIGENT TRANSPORTATION SYSTEM PLAN1.2.3.4.5.6.7.8.9.10.Final device and service locationsFiber optic cable wiring diagramsSystem block diagramsTraffic signal, CCTV, HAR, and VMS utility conflict correctionsNon-standard detailsComplete plan quantitiesSignal timing scheduleLoop detectors and scheduleLoad center(s)List of standard electrical details6.1.5Guidelines For Structural Plan Development - Final SubmissionRefer to Section 17.4.6.1-11

6.2Quality Assurance Procedure for DesignQuality Assurance is the process of verifying the effectiveness of quality control measuresemployed throughout the project delivery process.All designers are required to develop quality control guidelines. However, as a check to assurethat the contract documents are developed in accordance with applicable standards andguidelines, appropriate Department units will utilize Quality Assurance checklists at both theinitial and final design submissions. The Department’s review does not relieve the designer ofthe responsibility from submitting quality documents.The items listed on the Quality Assurance Checklists (Attachments 6.2-1 through 6.2-11) arethe major design items that are important to assure accurate development of the projectdocuments. The checklists are intended to focus rather than limit the scope of Departmentreview. The reviewer is encouraged to provide random checks of related design items.The Department’s review units shall provide a memorandum to the Design Coordination Unit atthe completion of each review submission stating they have conducted a quality assurancereview and shall include any comments in the memorandum. The Design Coordination Unitwill compile all quality assurance memorandums and forward the package to the ProjectManager for the appropriate action(s).6.2-1

Attachment 6.2-1QUALITY ASSURANCE CHECKLISTGEOMETRIC DESIGN UNIT Lane WidthShoulder WidthBorder WidthAuxiliary Lane WidthShoulder Width Adjacent to Auxiliary LaneStopping Sight Distance Vertical CurvesStopping Sight Distance Horizontal CurvesPavement and Shoulder Cross SlopesSuperelevationSuperelevation Transition LengthMinimum Curve RadiusMinimum GradeMaximum GradeLane Drop Transition Length and LocationLane Addition Transition LengthAuxiliary Lane LengthCross Sections (Slopes, Vertical Curve, Berms)Typical Sections - All ElementsGrades- Spot CheckYesN/ANo6.2-2

Attachment 6.2-2QUALITY ASSURANCE CHECKLISTHYDRAULIC DESIGN SECTIONYesN/ANoDesign Criteria1.NJDOT2.State3.FederalDrainage area delineationPavement spreadInlet location and spacingSystem sizing (including alternate design)Outfall protection stone size and cutoff wallPreliminary and Final Drainage Design ReportA.B.C.D.E.F.Preliminary and Final PlansA.B.C.D.Inlet type and locationPipe size, type, and inverts (alternate designindicated on plans)Low point drainageOutfall protection detail indicated on plan sheetStream Encroachment Application PackageA.B.C.Completed application, data sheet, andadministrative checklistApplication report1.Location map and drainage area map2.Color photos3.Hydrological calculations4.Hydraulic calculations (include HEC-2files on disk)5.Net fill calculations or waiver request6.Local and/or public noticeEnvironmental reportApplication plans, signed and sealed1.Plan view with datum and property lines noted2.Soil erosion plan3.Encroachment lines4.Topographic contours5.Profile and cross sections of stream6.Detail of all structures7.Roadway profile6.2-3

D.Permit fee calculation6.2-4

Attachment 6.2-3QUALITY ASSURANCE CHECKLISTBUREAU OF ENVIRONMENTAL SERVICESThe following documentation related to environmental work must be available prior to thehand-off from Project Scope Development to Final Design, or prior to advertisement of adesign/build:YesN/ANo1.Approved environmental document - FONSI, ROD, CE.2.Documentation showing the completion of Section 106consultation (absent mitigation steps).Documentation showing completion of Section 4(f) and6(f) requirements.Documentation showing consistency with the Clean AirAct conformity requirements.A list of environmental commitments for incorporationinto Environmental Plan Sheets.Documentation showing compliance with E.O. 215.Even though approval under this executive order isallowed to occur during final design, it should be doneduring Scope Development, to avoid last minute projectchanges required by DEP review.Preliminary plans that incorporate the results of theenvironmental process.Identification of areas where noise barriers arerecommended.For Design Build situations, individual wetland permitsshould be available prior to advertisement.3.4.5.6.7.8.9.The following documentation related to environmental work must be available prior toadvertisement.1.Final noise study report if required.2.Completion of Section 106 mitigation. This includesfield work for archaeological data recovery as well asmitigation for standing historic structures.6.2-5

3.Approved plans and specifications relating tomanagement of contaminated soils.Attachment 6.2-3QUALITY ASSURANCE CHECKLISTBUREAU OF ENVIRONMENTAL SERVICES (CON’T)YesN/ANoAll environmental permits and approvals, includingplans for mitigation.5.Completed re-evaluation (as required).6.Completed Environmental Plan Sheet, and final plans/specs that incorporate environmental commitmentsand permit conditions.4.6.2-6

Attachment 6.2-4QUALITY ASSURANCE CHECKLISTCONSTRUCTIONYesN/ANoIf and Where Directed items should have a purposeand realistic quantities.Check to see if bituminous concrete patch is needed.Pavement widths and thickness should beconstructible within equipment limits and in accordancewith the specifications.Instructions for special conditions and/or constructionlimits stationing should be noted.Verify that proposed milling and paving to new crossslope can be achieved when compared with existingconditions.Check top and toe of slopes with those onconstruction plan sheets to ensure no water istrapped on or diverted to private property. Aredrainage provision shown?Earthwork sections must correspond with begin andend stations of project (should not end at plus station).Estimate and Distribution of Quantities Sheet1.2.Typical Sections1.2.3.Construction Plan SheetsMilling, curb and other item limits should be clearly defined.Variable depth milling should have /- limits. Verify utilitytest pit info.Profile SheetsIs handling of runoff during and after construction shown?Cross Sections1.2.Detail SheetsAre specialty item details shown?6.2-7

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Attachment 6.2-4QUALITY ASSURANCE CHECKLISTCONSTRUCTION (CON’T)YesN/ANoEnsure bridge joint details reflect what is shown onplans.Construction requirements for header should be spelledout, usually after deck pour.Check to see if cofferdam sheeting should be leftin place.4.Location of utility sleeves should be clearly indicated.5.Are geotechnical and foundations reports availableto the contractor and the Resident Engineer? How willpiles be driven?Check duration, contract start (allow 9 weeks frombid date) and completion date. Look for inclusionof restraints. If project can be completed in oneconstruction season, project should be scheduled earlyin the year. What do you think is the optimum monthto bid this project to reduce CE costs and forconstruction efficiency (avoid winter layover, etc.)?Check for landscape season, pavement clean up,and long life striping in winter months.Traffic Control PlanAdequate signing is needed, especially on detours. Can it beconstructed? Adequate work zones and transitions shouldbe provided.Structures1.2.3.SpecificationsDoes the spec have provision for ARAN or rolling straightedge? Check for inclusion of any special item description.Bar Chart1.2.6.2-9

Attachment 6.2-4QUALITY ASSURANCE CHECKLISTCONSTRUCTION (CON’T)NoYesN/AThe status of the required permits should be provided.Check to see if they are in hand, being obtained, orwill expire prior to completion date.2.Dates must be listed in the specs.3.Cross reference with Environment commitment.Will any intended work conflict with existing noiseordinances?Check to see if guiderail terminal anchorage is shown.Permits1.General1.2.6.2-10

Attachment 6.2-5QUALITY ASSURANCE CHECKLISTSTRUCTURESYesN/ANoAttachment details and location of utilities on thestructure approvedPrevious comments addressedGeometrics agree with roadway plansSafety features provided; parapets, guiderail, impactattenuators, etc.Value engineering recommendations been incorporatedStructure complies with all NJDEP and Coast Guard PermitsStructure designed for the attachment of noise barriers,bridge mounted sign support structures, utilities, etc.Plans conform with Foundation Report, DesignAppraisal Statement, Hydraulic and Scour AnalysisReportsBridge aesthetics consideredSeismic design and retrofit details provided6.2-11

Attachment 6.2-6QUALITY ASSURANCE CHECKLISTGEOTECHNICAL ENGINEERINGYesN/ANo*Has the Designer addressed structural foundationsettlement and stability concerns?Has the Designer addressed roadway settlement,stability and groundwater concerns?Has the Designer addressed rock slope stability?Do the typical sections generally represent theConsultant’s Pavement Design Report?Have the tests boring and geop

QUALITY ASSURANCE/QUALITY CONTROL (QA/QC) 6.1 Quality Control Guidelines for Designers Requirements and submissions do not apply to every project but are to be used as guidelines for development of the project design. The guidelines for each project shall be customized by including only those submission procedures and requirements necessary to .