The work specified herein includes the design, documentation, furnishing, and installation of earth retention systems for excavations. The earth retention system shall be either singular or multiple stages comprised of soldier piles and laggings, sheet pile wall and bracing, raker or timber sheet pile wall bracing or secant piling bracing and tie-back systems or cantilever… Read More »
Risk management as understood by its name is process of managing the risks, that involves first identify, assess and prioritize the risks and then implement the coordinated measures and/or resources to eliminate, minimize and monitor the probability and impact of the unwanted events or situations. Risk management is the identification, evaluation, and prioritization of risks (defined in ISO 31000 as the… Read More »
Below we have given around 70 questions and answers that can be helpful for mechanical engineer interview. Q.1) What is the Unit of Heat? Units: BTU (British Thermal Units) 1BTU: It is the amount of energy required to raise 1 Degree Fahrenheit temperature of 1 Pound of water (OR) It is the amount of heat… Read More »
Below are standard specifications and quality control requirements for concrete reinforcement including tension, compression, and temperature reinforcing steel, including welded wire fabric, and epoxy coated reinforcing. The scope of work includes furnishing, fabrication, and placement of reinforcement for cast-in-place concrete, including bars, welded wire fabric, ties, and supports. Related standards and codes: ASTM A416/A416M: Standard Specification for Steel Strand, Uncoated Seven-Wire for… Read More »
Below is a detailed method statement for thermal insulation application on pipes, fittings and equipment connections. Calcium silicate insulation is used for thermal insulation of indoor piping and fittings. Perlite insulation is often used where water entering an insulation system may cause corrosion problems or process problems, for example the outdoor piping, fitting and equipment.… Read More »
The purpose of this safety procedure is to provide the safety requirements for the use of power actuated fastening tools. This Instruction applies to all applications where power actuated tools are used on a project. Always refer to the power tool operating manual and cartridge operating manual. Hazard Identification and Risk Assessment The introduction of… Read More »
A ladder is a simple, versatile and relatively inexpensive piece of equipment to use on a construction project or at home level. The temptation therefore is to use it for all sorts or work without considering whether the risk warrants an alternative method of work before it is used for this purpose. However, the circumstances… Read More »
The purpose of this standard HSE procedure is to provide guidance on the safe operation and use of abrasive wheels used as high speed power tools for grinding and cutting operations on the construction sites or in the offices and house hold. Project management including project manager, HSE manager and discipline engineers are responsible for… Read More »