16 Questions
What is the purpose of using a UKAS accredited laboratory for geotechnical tests?
To ensure the accuracy and reliability of the test results
Why is it essential to use MCERTS accredited laboratories for chemical testing on soils for EA consideration?
To comply with regulatory requirements for environmental assessment
What is the consequence of not considering the sample mass at the sampling stage?
Some tests will be impossible to conduct
What is the primary purpose of conducting geotechnical tests on materials?
Aid description of materials and identify expected behavior
Why is it important to be clear about the test specification when no British Standard tests are available?
To ensure that appropriate ISRM and ASTM standards are used
What should be considered when scheduling laboratory testing?
Sample suitability for the test type
What kind of information is specifically needed for the design and construction of earthworks?
Long term strength of soils
Which factor significantly affects the time taken for consolidated triaxial tests compared to other tests?
Practicalities of test conditions
What is a key factor to consider when predicting settlement and/or swell in soils?
Time period for testing
What do geotechnical tests on soils aim to determine for the design of soakaways, landfill liners, and groundwater control?
Permeability of soils
Which aspect leads the assessment of contamination in relation to published guidelines?
Risk assessment and site use
What is a potential consequence of not obtaining quality data specific to the construction project and its intended use?
Poor design and construction outcomes
Why might re-moulded samples require significant sized samples?
To predict settlement and/or swell behavior
What kind of test takes a long time compared to other tests?
Consolidated triaxial tests
What is a key consideration when conducting geotechnical tests?
Practicalities of test conditions
What type of laboratory testing can help assess the quality data specific to the construction project?
Consolidated triaxial testing
This presentation covers the requirements for geotechnical and chemical testing accreditation in the UK. It outlines the need for UKAS accreditation, auditing against ISO 17025, and the use of MCERTS and BS 1377 standards for data from chemical testing on soils and contamination testing.
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