Section 408.40213. Inspections.

An unsupported masonry wall, including  the   wall  bracing  system, shall be inspected for visible defects by a competent person at the beginning of each shift and

after any   occurrence   that   could   affect   the    structural integrity of the wall bracing system or the wall.

(a)    Any bracing element that is damaged or weakened from any cause shall be immediately repaired or replaced. A competent person   shall  supervise the repairs.

(b)    Any bracing element that is  repaired   shall  have  at  least  the original designed strength for the wall brace system.

(c)    If any movement of the wall or physical damage to the wall occurs, the project structural designer of record shall be notified. Repairs to the wall shall be designed by a structural engineer and shall not be done without the approval of the project structural designer of record.

(d)   Only those persons repairing the wall or wall bracing system may work within the restricted zone until repairs have been made.

History: 2010 AACS.