# Division 10: Specialties submittal deviations

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Division 10 covers specialty products and accessories in commercial construction. Common CSI sections submitted for review:

## Common Division 10 CSI sections

- 10 11 00 - Visual Display Units (whiteboards, tackboards)
- 10 14 00 - Signage
- 10 14 53 - Traffic Signage
- 10 21 13 - Toilet Compartments
- 10 22 13 - Wire Mesh Partitions
- 10 22 19 - Demountable Partitions
- 10 22 39 - Folding Panel Partitions
- 10 22 43 - Operable Partitions
- 10 26 00 - Wall and Door Protection
- 10 26 13 - Corner Guards
- 10 28 00 - Toilet, Bath, and Laundry Accessories
- 10 44 13 - Fire Protection Cabinets (fire extinguisher cabinets)
- 10 44 16 - Fire Extinguishers
- 10 51 00 - Lockers
- 10 55 00 - Postal Specialties
- 10 56 00 - Storage Assemblies
- 10 73 00 - Protective Covers (awnings, canopies)
- 10 75 00 - Flagpoles
- 10 81 00 - Pest Control Devices

## The six deviation categories in Division 10 Specialties

### Manufacturer or Product Substitution (default grade: Blocker)

The submittal proposes a different manufacturer or product than the spec names, without an approved or-equal or substitution request.

Division 10 specs frequently name sole-source manufacturers for accessories and partitions. Look for:
- Washroom accessory manufacturer substitutions (Bobrick, Bradley Corp, ASI American Specialties)
- Toilet partition manufacturer substitutions (Hadrian, Scranton Products, Bobrick, ASI)
- Wall and door protection manufacturer substitutions (Construction Specialties CS, Inpro, Pawling)
- Fire extinguisher cabinet manufacturer substitutions (Larsen's, JL Industries, Potter Roemer)
- Locker manufacturer substitutions (Republic Storage, Lyon, Penco, List Industries)
- Signage fabricator changes (when spec names an approved fabricator)
- Operable partition manufacturer substitutions (Modernfold, Hufcor, Kwik-Wall)
- Louver and vent manufacturer substitutions (Construction Specialties, Ruskin, Airline Louvers)

Full guide: https://deviationcheck.com/divisions/10-specialties/manufacturer-substitution/

### Performance Specification Gap (default grade: Blocker)

A measurable performance property in the submittal (rating, capacity, tolerance, efficiency) does not meet what the spec requires.

Key performance parameters in specialties submittals:
- **Toilet partition material type** (HDPE, phenolic, stainless steel, powder-coated steel, solid polymer) - must match spec exactly
- **Partition thickness** (1 inch nominal for HDPE/phenolic, varies by material) and **panel height** (typically 58 inches standard, 62 or 72 inches for enhanced privacy)
- **Partition pilaster and panel gauge** for metal types (min 22ga, 20ga, or as specified)
- **Louver free area** (square feet per unit - must meet or exceed code-required ventilation)
- **Louver water penetration resistance** (tested per AMCA 500-L, rated in oz/sq ft/hr)
- **Operable partition STC rating** (Sound Transmission Class - typically STC 48-56 specified)
- **Signage luminance and contrast ratios** per ADA/ICC A117.1 (minimum 70% contrast between text and background)
- **Corner guard height** (typically 48 inches for standard, 96 inches for full-height) and **impact resistance** (measured in ft-lbs)
- **Locker tier configuration** (single, double, triple, box, or Z-style) and **ventilation** (perforated or louvered)
- **Accessory mounting heights** per ADA (grab bars, dispensers, mirrors - specific height ranges)
- **Fire extinguisher cabinet recessed depth** and rough opening dimensions
- **Flagpole height, shaft diameter, and wall thickness**

Full guide: https://deviationcheck.com/divisions/10-specialties/performance-specification-gap/

### Missing Certification or Compliance Documentation (default grade: Fix and Resubmit)

A required listing, test report, certification, or compliance document is absent from the submittal package.

Required certifications in specialties submittals:
- **ADA/ICC A117.1 compliance documentation** for all accessible toilet accessories, signage, and compartments
- **UL listing** for fire extinguisher cabinets (UL 2017 or applicable standard)
- **NFPA 10 compliance** for fire extinguisher type, size, and placement
- **ASTM E84 test report** (surface burning characteristics - flame spread and smoke development) for partition materials and wall protection
- **ASTM A480 compliance** for stainless steel accessories and partitions (surface finish, tolerances)
- **ANSI Z535 compliance** for safety signage (colors, symbols, format)
- **BHMA (Builders Hardware Manufacturers Association)** certification for hardware on toilet partitions
- **GREENGUARD or GREENGUARD Gold certification** when spec requires low-emitting materials
- **SCAQMD Rule 1168 VOC compliance** for adhesives and sealants used in installation
- **AMCA certified ratings** for louver performance (free area, water penetration, pressure drop)
- **Product data sheets** with physical and mechanical properties for each specified product

Full guide: https://deviationcheck.com/divisions/10-specialties/missing-certification/

### Aesthetic Deviation (default grade: Fix and Resubmit)

A visible attribute (color, finish, texture, profile) differs from the spec or the architect-approved sample.

- Accessory finish mismatch (satin stainless vs bright stainless, chrome vs brushed nickel, powder coat color)
- Toilet partition color or pattern (HDPE and solid polymer have limited standard color palettes)
- Wall protection color, end cap style, and mounting rail profile
- Corner guard material and color (stainless steel, aluminum, vinyl, rubber)
- Signage font, ADA-compliant tactile lettering, Braille placement, background color
- Locker finish color (powder coat RAL or manufacturer standard)
- Operable partition face fabric, laminate, or veneer species and finish
- Flagpole material finish (clear anodized, dark bronze anodized, satin, polished)
- Visual display surface type (porcelain enamel, painted steel, glass - affects writability and appearance)

Full guide: https://deviationcheck.com/divisions/10-specialties/aesthetic-deviation/

### Detail or Installation Mismatch (default grade: Fix and Resubmit)

The submitted detail, dimension, anchorage, or installation method differs from what the spec or drawings require.

- **Toilet partition mounting type** differs (floor-mounted/overhead-braced vs ceiling-hung vs floor-to-ceiling)
- **Partition pilaster anchorage** method does not match structural conditions (concrete vs steel stud vs CMU)
- **Accessory mounting method** (surface-mounted vs semi-recessed vs fully recessed)
- **Grab bar mounting blocking** not coordinated with wall framing plan
- **Corner guard adhesive vs mechanical fastener** attachment differs from spec
- **Louver frame depth** does not match wall thickness
- **Louver blade angle and spacing** differ from specified profile
- **Operable partition track and header detail** does not match structural framing
- **Signage mounting method** (standoff pins vs flush-mount vs surface-applied)
- **Fire extinguisher cabinet recessed vs surface-mounted** does not match wall condition
- **Locker base and anchorage** (pedestal base vs slope-top vs recessed base) differs

Full guide: https://deviationcheck.com/divisions/10-specialties/detail-installation-mismatch/

### Submittal Package Incompleteness (default grade: Fix and Resubmit)

A required submittal element (cut sheet, schedule, calculation, sample) is missing, leaving the package unreviewable as submitted.

Commonly required items in Div 10 specs:
- Product data sheets for each accessory, partition type, and specialty item
- ADA compliance documentation showing mounting heights and clearances
- Shop drawings for toilet partitions (layout, pilaster locations, door swings)
- Finish samples or sample chips (stainless steel, powder coat, laminate, HDPE color)
- Louver performance data (AMCA certified free area and water penetration ratings)
- Fire extinguisher cabinet UL listing certificate
- STC test report for operable partitions (tested per ASTM E90)
- Signage schedule with ADA-compliant layout, font size, Braille, and pictograms
- Warranty documentation (typically 1-5 years depending on product)
- Installation instructions from manufacturer
- Maintenance and cleaning instructions for stainless steel and specialty finishes
- LEED/sustainability documentation (recycled content, VOC data, GREENGUARD certificate)

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Full guide: https://deviationcheck.com/divisions/10-specialties/submittal-package-incompleteness/

## How Division 10 deviations are graded

- **Accessory mounting height outside ADA-required range:** BLOCKER (accessibility code violation)
- **Toilet compartment non-compliant with ADA clearances:** BLOCKER (accessibility code violation)
- **Fire extinguisher cabinet missing UL listing:** BLOCKER (fire code, NFPA 10)
- **Fire extinguisher type or size does not match NFPA 10 requirements:** BLOCKER (life-safety)
- **Louver free area below code-required ventilation minimum:** BLOCKER (mechanical code)
- **Signage missing required ADA tactile/Braille elements:** BLOCKER (accessibility code violation)
- **Safety signage not compliant with ANSI Z535:** BLOCKER (safety code)
- **Partition material mismatch (e.g., powder-coated steel submitted for specified phenolic):** FIX_AND_RESUBMIT
- **Accessory finish mismatch (satin vs bright, wrong powder coat color):** FIX_AND_RESUBMIT
- **Missing product data sheets:** FIX_AND_RESUBMIT
- **Missing AMCA-certified louver ratings:** FIX_AND_RESUBMIT
- **Operable partition STC rating below specified threshold:** BLOCKER (acoustic performance)
- **Missing shop drawings for toilet partition layout:** FIX_AND_RESUBMIT
- **Corner guard height below specified minimum in high-traffic areas:** FIX_AND_RESUBMIT
- **Locker ventilation type differs from spec (solid door vs perforated):** FIX_AND_RESUBMIT