Which document is used to request clarifications about discrepancies before proceeding with work?

• A. RFI
• B. Change Order
• C. Submittal
• D. Field Report

Answer: (A)

When you encounter unclear drawings or conflicting information, you need an official way to ask for clarification before any work continues. An RFI, short for Request for Information, is the formal document designed to pose questions about drawings, specifications, or field conditions and to obtain written clarification from the design team or project stakeholders. This keeps the project moving while ensuring everyone is aligned and avoids performing unapproved or incorrect work. Change orders modify contract scope, price, or schedule after a design change; submittals are documents or samples sent for approval before fabrication or installation; field reports document site conditions or issues observed. So, for seeking clarifications before proceeding, the RFI is the appropriate tool.