Fairfax Subcontractor 3D Model Training
STATEMENT OF PROBLEM Many Subcontractors are not familiar with 3D Model design and/or design build. The limited pool of contractors who can bid GM work due to NMA and Safety Guidelines is very limited. Problem is learning curve to train subcontractors to build per model without the proverbial "shoving the require…
Scanning existing basement in Fairfax & Shreveport
STATEMENT OF PROBLEM Provided a high level of detail of the existing framing and utility conditions that would not be clear on the as-built drawings. Highlighted areas where framing and utilities could go without impacting process equipment. Reduced engineering time and field interference. COURSE OF ACTION …
Eyewash Station System Cost Savings
STATEMENT OF PROBLEM Plant preference was piped eyewash station; RE&F position to use portable system. Is cost savings justifiable? Unhappy customer; safety/maintenance? COURSE OF ACTION Provided portable eyewash station LESSON LEARNED Continue to provide the portable eyewash stations to align…
Fairfax Owners Alternatives Communication
STATEMENT OF PROBLEM Late addition of owner''''s alternates; Inadequate drawings and write-ups. Unclear to bidders; disparity in costs, or non representative cost. COURSE OF ACTION None LESSON LEARNED Need more clear definition in the drawings and scope write-up.
Lack of Plant Personnel Involvement During Design
STATEMENT OF PROBLEM Not enough direct communication with the plant personnel during design decisions. Lack of understanding of substation work; incorrect door specified; confusion on partition walls and take shelter routes; eyewash station dispute; COURSE OF ACTION None LESSON LEARNED RE&F Co…
Fairfax Substation Modification Time Frame Issues
STATEMENT OF PROBLEM The modification of the existing Sub 4A switchgear to accommodate a new 2000A feed was separated out of the main contract in an effort to reuse available assets and perform work during the 2011 X-mas shutdown. The original timeframe could not be allowed by the plant. Solaris documentation and…
Grout Drawings Notes Confusion
STATEMENT OF PROBLEM Notes for grout at rails etc. do not reflect as installed. Grout notes on drawings create confusion for installation contractors. It drives cost into the quote and wasted time in clarifications and instruction. COURSE OF ACTION None LESSON LEARNED AE to work more closely with Press Engin…
Tie Rod Pockets
STATEMENT OF PROBLEM Tie rod pockets are not included in basement floor layout. Tie rods extend above columns when setting crown. All 10 tie rods have to be guided by hand into the crown. SAFETY -personel must now be working above ground & under crown when it is being lowered. DAMAGE increased risk to tie rod thr…
Coordination of work area with press installer
STATEMENT OF PROBLEM Shared construction space between facility contractor and press installation contractor. Safety concerns; schedule delay. COURSE OF ACTION None LESSON LEARNED Better understanding of what was coming in and when. CCC worked very well with IICC in coordinating the space.
Crossbar Support Pockets Issue
STATEMENT OF PROBLEM Interference between cross bar support pockets and structural steel. Additional cost and delays due to field rework required to make the crossbar pocket fit. COURSE OF ACTION None LESSON LEARNED review engineering & revise drawings
