Site investigation manual

Special Publication SP 25

CIRIA, 1983
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Document Status

Current

Supplement

Civil & Structural Supplement

Series

Special Publication

Abstract

Provides detailed technical guidance on the scope, planning, organisation, and appraisal of site investigations for civil engineering and building projects. The report relates generally to site investigation, although there is an emphasis throughout on geotechnical aspects, referred to as ground investigation. The site investigation process is described, and guidance is given on the practical aspects of field work, laboratory testing of materials, interpretation of results and application to the design of foundations.

ISBN

9780860171966

Subjects

  • Civil engineering, infrastructure and public utilities
  • Site investigation

Publisher History

CIRIA was formerly known as the Construction Industry Research and Information Association. They are a member-based research and information organisation who publish reports and technical papers covering building and civil engineering as well as transport and utilities infrastructure.

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