Site Investigation and Soil Analysis

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What is a characteristic of self-forming earplugs?

They work as well as most molded earplugs (correct)

They are reusable and require cleaning after each use

They must be individually fitted by a professional

They require a perfect seal around the ear

When should reusable earplugs be cleaned?

Before each use

Once a week

Once a month

After each use (correct)

What can reduce the protective value of earmuffs?

Wearing them too tightly

Using a different type of ear protection

Wearing glasses, facial hair, or long hair (correct)

Wearing a hat underneath

What is the primary purpose of head protection in a safety program?

To protect employees from potential head injuries Signup and view all the answers

When is an ANSI approved Hard Hat required?

When the risk of falling or flying objects is present Signup and view all the answers

What type of personal protective equipment should employees wear to protect their legs and feet?

Protective footwear Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary limitation of the sieve analysis method for determining grain size distribution?

It cannot be used as the sole method for finer soil Signup and view all the answers

What is the relationship between the sieve number and the opening size?

Higher sieve number corresponds to smaller opening size Signup and view all the answers

What is the classification of a well-graded gravel with little or no fines according to the Unified Soil Classification System?

GW Signup and view all the answers

What is the characteristic of a poorly graded gravel according to the Unified Soil Classification System?

It has a gravel-sand mixture with little or no fines Signup and view all the answers

What is the Unified Soil Classification System rating for a well-graded sand as a subgrade material?

Good Signup and view all the answers

What is the criterion for identifying coarse-grained soils as G according to the Unified Soil Classification System?

If the greater percentage of the coarse fraction is larger than the No. 4 sieve Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of soil investigation in a site investigation?

To determine the suitability of the site for the proposed project Signup and view all the answers

What factors are considered when determining the depth of soil investigation?

Type of proposed foundation, pressure bulb of proposed foundation, and relationship of proposed foundation to other foundations Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of taking soil samples from a site?

To determine the physical, chemical, and general characteristics of the subsoil Signup and view all the answers

What is the main objective of a site investigation?

To gather information about the site's physical setting and conditions Signup and view all the answers

What is the significance of establishing the physical, chemical, and general characteristics of the subsoil?

It helps in designing an adequate and economic foundation Signup and view all the answers

What is the relationship between the type of proposed foundation and the depth of soil investigation?

The type of proposed foundation affects the depth of soil investigation Signup and view all the answers

What type of heavy equipment is used for pushing large amounts of soil or material?

Dozer Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of a loader in heavy equipment operations?

Loading materials into a bucket Signup and view all the answers

What is a unique feature of a lowboy trailer?

Two drops in deck height for low clearance Signup and view all the answers

What is an alternate term for a lowboy in British English?

Low-loader Signup and view all the answers

What type of dump truck is specially designed for winter services?

Winter Service Vehicle Signup and view all the answers

What is another term for a lowboy in western Canada and South Africa?

Low-bed Signup and view all the answers

What is a common purpose of an excavator?

To move earth and dig trenches Signup and view all the answers

What is an important factor to consider when selecting protective gloves?

The nature of contact with chemicals Signup and view all the answers

What is a type of tool used for measuring?

Tape measure Signup and view all the answers

What is a safety precaution that can be worn?

Safety harness Signup and view all the answers