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I would not approve the unit as submitted. The proposed equipment is 250 lb heavier than the scheduled unit and the structural exhibit does not establish capacity. I would request structural review and the equipment data. The architect should review the submittal for conformance, while the contractor remains responsible for means and methods. A change in scope or price must follow the contract process.

The answer uses the relevant schedule and structural exhibit, identifies the unverified load and distinguishes the architect’s review from the contractor’s responsibility. It also recognises that a scope or price change needs the contract process.

Model answerDo not approve the proposed unit as submitted: the schedule identifies a 600 lb unit, while the submittal is 850 lb, and the structural exhibit gives no capacity for that proposed load. Request the equipment data and structural review needed to assess the loading and support conditions. Under the supplied excerpt, the architect reviews for conformance with the contract documents; the contractor retains responsibility for means and methods. Record the discrepancy and the information requested. If the proposal changes scope or price, use the contract’s stated change process and route the decision to the authorised parties.