What is an ITP in construction?

An Inspection and Test Plan (ITP) is a quality assurance document used in construction to define inspection activities, hold points, and witness points at key stages of work. It specifies what needs to be checked, by whom, and records the results for audit and compliance purposes.

How much does HoldPoint QA cost?

HoldPoint QA charges $45 AUD per active project per month for 1–5 projects, and $35 per project per month for 6 or more active projects. There are no per-seat fees or per-document charges. Projects start as draft (free) until the first document is added.

Can external clients sign ITPs without an account?

Yes. HoldPoint QA sends a secure sign-off link via email. External signatories — clients, principal's representatives, or engineers — can review the full ITP checklist and sign digitally without needing an account or app.

Does HoldPoint generate ITP PDFs automatically?

Yes. When an ITP is approved, HoldPoint automatically generates a branded PDF containing all checklist results, inspection notes, photos, and signatures. PDFs are regenerated if any information changes.

What is the most critical hold point for formwork?

Pre-pour formwork inspection is the most critical hold point. This confirms that dimensions, levels, bracing, and shoring capacity all match the engineer's design before concrete is placed. Once concrete is poured, formwork defects result in either costly remediation or structural non-compliance. This inspection must be signed off by a competent person before the pour can proceed.

When can formwork be stripped?

Stripping schedules depend on the structural element, concrete strength gain, and ambient temperature. AS 3600 provides minimum stripping times, but the project specification may impose longer periods. The ITP should include a hold point or witness point at stripping to verify that the minimum curing period has been met and the concrete has reached the required strength (often verified by test cylinders).

Does the formwork ITP need to cover falsework separately?

Falsework (temporary support structures for elevated formwork) should be included in the formwork ITP as a specific section with its own hold points. Falsework has additional requirements for foundation bearing capacity, bracing, and load path verification that aren't covered by standard ground-level formwork inspection.

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Background

What is a Formwork ITP?

A formwork ITP covers the inspection and testing requirements for temporary structures used to support concrete during placement and curing. It defines what gets inspected at each stage — from foundation and shoring installation through to pre-pour sign-off and stripping.

Formwork failures can have catastrophic consequences. Collapse during pouring has caused fatalities on construction sites. A rigorous ITP with enforced hold points is not just a quality document — it's a critical safety control. The document ensures that shoring capacity, bracing, and connections are all verified before concrete placement.

In Australia, formwork ITPs reference AS 3610 (Formwork for Concrete) and any engineer's formwork design drawings. The formwork contractor must demonstrate that the as-built installation matches the design at the pre-pour hold point.

Quality checkpoints

Formwork ITP Hold Points & Witness Points

The AI generator automatically includes these checkpoints based on your scope description. Hold points require mandatory sign-off before work proceeds; witness points notify the relevant party but don't stop work.

Hold Points

Work stops until signed off

Shoring and propping installation inspection
Pre-pour formwork inspection (dimensions, levels, bracing)
Stripping schedule approval (minimum curing period met)

Witness Points

Party notified, work can continue

Foundation and sole plate installation
Formwork joint sealing and release agent application
Post-strip element condition assessment
Backpropping installation for multi-level pours

Applicable Australian Standards

AS 3610 — Formwork for Concrete
AS 3600 — Concrete Structures

Common questions

Formwork ITP — Frequently Asked Questions

What is the most critical hold point for formwork?: Pre-pour formwork inspection is the most critical hold point. This confirms that dimensions, levels, bracing, and shoring capacity all match the engineer's design before concrete is placed. Once concrete is poured, formwork defects result in either costly remediation or structural non-compliance. This inspection must be signed off by a competent person before the pour can proceed.
When can formwork be stripped?: Stripping schedules depend on the structural element, concrete strength gain, and ambient temperature. AS 3600 provides minimum stripping times, but the project specification may impose longer periods. The ITP should include a hold point or witness point at stripping to verify that the minimum curing period has been met and the concrete has reached the required strength (often verified by test cylinders).
Does the formwork ITP need to cover falsework separately?: Falsework (temporary support structures for elevated formwork) should be included in the formwork ITP as a specific section with its own hold points. Falsework has additional requirements for foundation bearing capacity, bracing, and load path verification that aren't covered by standard ground-level formwork inspection.

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