Placing drawings are working drawings that show the number, size, length, and location of the reinforcing steel necessary for the placement and fabrication of the material. Placing drawings can comprise plans, details, elevations, schedules, material lists, and bending details. They can be prepared manually or by computer.

Placing drawings are intended to convey the A/E’s intent as covered in the contract documents. The contract documents plus any additions, such as addenda issued by the A/E (per terms agreed on in the contract if issued after the contract is made), constitute the sole authority for information in placing drawings. The placing drawings must include all information necessary for the complete fabrication and placing of all reinforcing steel.

Placing drawings are prepared by a detailer in accordance with the A/E’s instructions contained in the contract documents. Any necessary, additional information must be supplied by the contractor concerning field conditions, field measurements, construction joints, and sequence of placing concrete. After approval by the A/E, including necessary revisions, the drawings may be used by the fabricator and placer.