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Digest 381 Site investigation for low-rise building: trial pits
Publication Year
1993
Document Status
Current
Abstract
The main objective of a site investigation is to examine the ground conditions so that the most appropriate type of foundation can be selected. A typical site investigation begins with a desk study and a walk-over survey to establish the general geology of the site, and continues with an examination of the geotechnical properties of the ground. There are many techniques but boreholes and, in particular, shallow trial pits can provide an economic and versatile way of examining and assessing the in situ soil conditions. The technical requirements of the investigation, rather than the cost, should be the controlling factor in the selection of the investigatory methods.
ISBN
9780851255705
Publisher Information
BRE
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