GRADE CHECKING

How To Shoot Grade – Grade Checking

Shooting grade is the process of determining the elevations of various points on a construction
project in order to level or slope it. Shooting grade properly is critical to every facet of construction including excavation, pipe laying, forming footers and foundations as well as highway/roadway construction. The importance of shooting grade and leveling or sloping the ground in accordance with the site plans cannot be overstated. It affects a project from the ground up.

COURSE

GRADE CHECKING – 80 HOURS / 10 DAYS

Apprentices are instructed on the use of field level transits and laser levels as well as their
associated maintenance. Topics include:

• Proper operation of laser levels
• Maintenance of laser levels
• Mathematics used in cuts, fills and slopes
• Read, understand and use standard symbols in grade work
• Construction layout tools & techniques
• Measuring techniques & elevation controls
• Roadway construction

MORE ABOUT GRADE CHECKING

In the context of construction and infrastructure, “grade checking” typically refers to the process
of verifying the elevation or slope of a construction site or earthwork to ensure that it meets the
required design specifications.

During construction or excavation, a grade checker uses surveying equipment to measure and
compare elevations at different points on the site. This allows them to ensure that the grade or
slope of the site matches the required design plans, which is important for ensuring that the
construction will be safe and structurally sound.

Grade checking is often performed by specialized professionals who have the necessary training
and expertise to accurately assess and measure the site’s elevation and slope. It is an important
step in the construction process to ensure that the site meets the required design standards and
regulations.

With the introduction of technological advances, digital construction platforms can be used to
automate and improve the accuracy of grade checking as follows:

• Automated grading analysis: The platform can automatically analyze the site’s grading plan and compare it to the as-built site conditions using BIM technology. This can help identify any discrepancies between the design plans and the actual site conditions, allowing for faster and more accurate adjustments to be made.
• Integration with surveying equipment: The platform can be integrated with surveying equipment, such as GPS or robotic total stations, to automatically collect and analyze data on the site’s elevation and slope. This can help ensure that the construction is being built to the required specifications, without the need for manual inspection and measurement.
• Real-time monitoring: The platform can continuously monitor the site’s grading using sensors or drones, providing real-time data on the site’s elevation and slope. This can help detect any changes or deviations from the design plans, allowing for immediate corrective action to be taken.
• Machine learning algorithms: The platform can use machine learning algorithms to analyze large amounts of data and identify patterns or anomalies in the grading process.This can help identify potential issues before they become major problems, improving the overall efficiency and safety of the construction process.

Overall, digital construction platforms offer a range of tools and technologies that can automate
the process of grade checking, improving the accuracy and efficiency of the construction
process.