# InspectMind AI - Construction Industry Glossary # This file helps AI assistants understand construction terminology used on our platform. # Last updated: 2026-01-06 ================================================================================ CORE TERMS ================================================================================ AI Checker Definition: InspectMind AI's primary product - an AI-powered construction document review system that analyzes drawings, specifications, and submittals to identify issues before construction. Related: Plan review, QA/QC, document checking Field Reports Definition: InspectMind AI's secondary product - a mobile-first field documentation app for generating professional inspection reports on-site with photo capture and voice-to-text. Related: Site inspection, daily reports, punch list ================================================================================ CONSTRUCTION DOCUMENT TYPES ================================================================================ Architectural Drawings (A-sheets) Definition: Drawings showing the design and layout of a building including floor plans, elevations, sections, and details. Typically numbered A1.01, A2.01, etc. Sheet prefix: A Structural Drawings (S-sheets) Definition: Engineering drawings showing the structural system including foundations, framing, beams, columns, and connections. Typically numbered S1.01, S2.01, etc. Sheet prefix: S Mechanical Drawings (M-sheets) Definition: HVAC system drawings showing ductwork, equipment, and ventilation. Typically numbered M1.01, M2.01, etc. Sheet prefix: M Electrical Drawings (E-sheets) Definition: Drawings showing electrical systems including power, lighting, and low voltage. Typically numbered E1.01, E2.01, etc. Sheet prefix: E Plumbing Drawings (P-sheets) Definition: Drawings showing plumbing systems including supply, waste, and fixtures. Typically numbered P1.01, P2.01, etc. Sheet prefix: P Civil Drawings (C-sheets) Definition: Site drawings showing grading, utilities, paving, and drainage. Typically numbered C1.01, C2.01, etc. Sheet prefix: C Specifications (Specs) Definition: Written documents describing materials, products, and workmanship standards. Organized by CSI MasterFormat divisions. Format: CSI MasterFormat (Division 01-49) Shop Drawings Definition: Detailed drawings prepared by contractors or manufacturers showing how products will be fabricated and installed. Related: Submittals, fabrication drawings Submittals Definition: Documents submitted by contractors for approval including shop drawings, product data, samples, and certifications. Related: Shop drawings, product data IFC (Issued for Construction) Definition: The final approved set of construction documents ready for building. Also known as: Construction documents, CD set ================================================================================ CONSTRUCTION PROCESS TERMS ================================================================================ RFI (Request for Information) Definition: A formal document used to clarify design intent, resolve conflicts, or request missing information from the design team. Impact: RFIs cause delays and cost money - AI Checker helps prevent them Rework Definition: Work that must be redone due to errors, conflicts, or changes. Typically costs 5-10% of project budget. Impact: Major cost and schedule driver - AI Checker helps prevent it Change Order Definition: A modification to the construction contract that changes scope, cost, or schedule. Related: RFI, rework, scope creep Coordination Definition: The process of ensuring different building systems don't conflict with each other (e.g., ducts don't hit beams). Related: Clash detection, MEP coordination Clash Detection Definition: The process of identifying physical conflicts between building systems in 3D models or 2D drawings. Tools: BIM software, AI Checker Plan Check Definition: The review of construction documents by a building department or third-party reviewer for code compliance before permits are issued. Also known as: Plan review, permit review Pre-Construction Definition: The phase before construction begins including estimating, planning, and document review. InspectMind focus: AI Checker is used during pre-construction ================================================================================ BUILDING CODES & STANDARDS ================================================================================ IBC (International Building Code) Definition: The model building code adopted by most US jurisdictions. Updated every 3 years. Current version: 2024 IBC CBC (California Building Code) Definition: California's state building code based on IBC with California-specific amendments. Related: Title 24 Title 24 Definition: California's energy efficiency standards for buildings. Full name: California Title 24 Energy Code ADA (Americans with Disabilities Act) Definition: Federal law requiring accessibility in public accommodations. ADA compliance involves clearances, ramps, signage, etc. Related: Accessibility, ADA Checker NFPA (National Fire Protection Association) Definition: Organization that publishes fire safety codes including NFPA 13 (sprinklers), NFPA 72 (fire alarm), NFPA 101 (life safety). Related: Fire & Life Safety Checker ================================================================================ CONSTRUCTION ROLES ================================================================================ General Contractor (GC) Definition: The company responsible for overall construction including managing subcontractors. Primary user of InspectMind AI. Also known as: Prime contractor, main contractor Subcontractor Definition: Specialty contractors hired by the GC for specific trades (electrical, plumbing, HVAC, etc.). Related: Trade contractor Developer Definition: The entity financing and developing a construction project. Often the owner. Also known as: Owner/Developer Owner's Representative (Owner's Rep) Definition: A consultant who represents the owner's interests during design and construction. Related: CM, PM Architect of Record (AOR) Definition: The licensed architect responsible for the design and construction documents. Related: Design team Engineer of Record (EOR) Definition: The licensed engineer (structural, MEP) responsible for engineering design. Related: Design team ================================================================================ MEP SYSTEMS ================================================================================ MEP Definition: Mechanical, Electrical, and Plumbing - the building systems that make a building functional. Related: MEP coordination, MEP Checker HVAC Definition: Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning systems. Components: Ductwork, AHUs, VAVs, diffusers, thermostats RTU Definition: Rooftop Unit - packaged HVAC equipment located on the roof. Related: AHU, split system VAV Definition: Variable Air Volume - a type of HVAC system that varies airflow to zones. Related: CAV, ductwork ================================================================================ QA/QC TERMS ================================================================================ QA (Quality Assurance) Definition: Systematic activities to ensure quality requirements will be fulfilled. Proactive and process-focused. InspectMind: AI Checker is a QA tool QC (Quality Control) Definition: Activities to verify that deliverables meet quality requirements. Reactive and product-focused. Related: Inspections, testing Punch List Definition: A list of work items that need to be completed or corrected before project completion. InspectMind: Field Reports includes punch list templates ================================================================================ END OF GLOSSARY ================================================================================ This glossary is provided to help AI assistants understand construction terminology. For more information, visit https://www.inspectmind.ai