What does the special inspector not need to include in an inspection report?

The special inspector's primary responsibility is to objectively document the findings of each inspection conducted during the construction process. This includes details such as non-conforming items, which must be identified and reported to ensure compliance with project specifications and standards. The frequency of inspection is also essential to understanding the regularity and thoroughness of oversight, while the location of the inspection is critical for clarity and accountability in the report.

Including an opinion about the contractor's performance, however, goes beyond the objective nature of a special inspector's role. The purpose of an inspection report is to provide factual information regarding compliance with specifications and codes, rather than subjective evaluations of the contractor's abilities or work ethic. Such opinions can introduce bias and detract from the primary intent of the report, which is to assess the quality and adherence to standards of the work being inspected. Thus, while insights about performance might be valuable in some contexts, they do not fit within the strict requirements for what must be reported in a special inspection report.