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Hold Points, Inspections & In-Progress Approvals for Site Preparation

The Hold Points, Inspections & In-Progress Approvals workflow provides site preparation contractors with a clear system for handling inspections and approvals. It covers scheduling safety or utility inspections, confirming readiness, and recording approvals before work progresses. By following this process, contractors reduce risks, improve efficiency, and build trust. Clients benefit from transparency and confidence in compliance. Teams gain accountability and consistency. With this workflow in place, site prep companies can protect profitability, strengthen professionalism, and deliver projects that meet all regulatory standards.

Identify pad compaction, trench, and utility checks

Add trench, grade, and erosion approvals

Submit pre-compaction review request

Smooth cut zones and clear flags

Provide compaction report and soil data

Inspect trench width and slope

Crew lead signs off on pad elevation

Guide pre-fill inspection with AHJ

Recompact trench or adjust slope

Receive compaction or grade sign-off

Log trench inspection results and file

Release grading crew to next phase

Resume trench fill after pass

File compaction and elevation reports

Identify pad compaction, trench, and utility checks

Add trench, grade, and erosion approvals

Submit pre-compaction review request

Smooth cut zones and clear flags

Provide compaction report and soil data

Inspect trench width and slope

Crew lead signs off on pad elevation

Guide pre-fill inspection with AHJ

Recompact trench or adjust slope

Receive compaction or grade sign-off

Log trench inspection results and file

Release grading crew to next phase

Resume trench fill after pass

File compaction and elevation reports