As part of the various processes in
buildings and constructions, excavation is a very important job. While some
excavation jobs can be very easy since it is just small work, some are so large
that it requires necessary preparation before excavating. Failure to make the
right preparations can lead to various consequences, and these consequences can
be very grave in nature. Hence, proper execution of the preparation
process must be observed.
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While there could be many different preparations needed for various excavation
works for different companies, here are some of the most common steps they
usually take:
1. Secure
All Permits Necessary
Before doing
any construction work in general and excavation work in particular, various
permits must be secured first. The number and nature of these permits may vary
according to the place you do the work, but there are some common ones like
building permits, clearance from city planning office, and environmental
permits. Special permits may be required for areas with historical protection
and other special locations.
2. Round Up
All Equipment Needed
Make sure
you have all the necessary equipment and utility needed for your excavation,
and if not, you need to arrange how to source them out. For example, you may rent an excavator
from Tahoma if you are working in the place or near it. You may
also rent other equipment needed, not just big ones.
3. Ensure
That You Know What’s Under The Earth
Excavation
as a process can come across various things. Make sure that you know and
understand what you are digging. You can’t assume that it is all rocks down
there or that there will be no water and other elements. Do a site survey first
to avoid unnecessary surprise, so you can also bring the necessary equipment
you need to get the job done.
4.
Coordinate With Your Team
Workmates
like site developers and engineers needed to be coordinated well to make sure
that you are doing the job right. The plan must be laid down to every personnel
concerned to avoid delays caused by miscommunication. The lack of proper
coordination may result in delays in the project completion, wrong deployment
of manpower, and even considerable damage to the whole project.
5. Dispose
of Solid Waste Materials Properly
Before doing
any excavation work, you must create a plan of action on how to deal with solid
waste materials that will be quarried from the site. Recycle what can be
recycled, while arranging how dirt and mud will be disposed and where. As well,
plan for out for plants, grass, and timbers that will be uprooted during the
course of the excavation.
Lack of
proper preparation before an excavation work has led not only to delays of
construction work in the past but also to some accidents. Spare yourself from
problems by planning out the process from start to end. As well, make sure you
are hiring skilled people and using high quality materials and equipment for
the job.
*This is a pre-written/guest post.
