Category Archives: Geotechnics

SLOPE STABILITY COMMISSION EXTENDED

We are very pleased that following an initial review of slope stability issues below a proposed housing development on a confidential site, we have been appointed to undertake more extensive works.  This is to include a geomorphological study, assist with ground investigation design, and complete detailed stability assessments to support the development of the scheme design and programme.   Further details of the project will be released in due course.

If you need any support on slopes or earthworks projects on your developments then feel free to call our Dr Andy Goodwin to discuss how we could assist and add value.

 

BESPOKE GEOTECHNICAL COURSE FOR GRM

We have had the pleasure over the last few weeks of running a bespoke version of our ‘Fundamentals of Geotechnical Engineering’ course in Burton-on-Trent for GRM Development Solutions.  It has been split into three half-day sessions and run for a group of 10 engineering geologists and environmental scientists.

Feedback from the course has been very good to date, with just one session to go.  Comments to date include “Excellent course – very nicely delivered” and “Pitched well for a varied knowledge group”.

If you feel your organisation would benefit from a short course or series of half-day courses, then just call us to discuss your requirements and see how we could help you.

SLOPE STABILITY ASSESSMENT

We have recently been appointed to undertake a review of a slope below a proposed housing development on a confidential site.  Previous assessments have cast doubt on the stability of the slope and we are to critically review the existing data and site conditions, and to comment on possible remedial options.  Further details of the project will be released in due course.

If you need any support on slopes or earthworks projects on your developments then feel free to call our Dr Andy Goodwin to discuss how we could assist and add value.

 

2019 COURSE CALENDAR

We are delighted to announce that our parent company, Surepath Training, has just released their course calendar for 2019.  The new calendar can be downloaded from here in a list format, or from here in a year to view format.  Notable features of the calendar are:

  • The calendar is based on a new Surepath Training Course List_January 2019
  • All courses have been refreshed for 2019.
  • The technical courses are now offered at three levels: introductory (for those new to a topic); principles and practice (for those wanting to develop their understanding further); and practitioner courses (for those wanting to extend and practice their skills).
  • Several new courses have been introduced, including Level 3 courses on lime and cement stabilisation, and on interpreting SI data.

Delivery locations have been widened to include Chester as well as our base in Chesterfield.

If you are interested in any of the courses, just email us for more information or call to discuss your requirements.   As ever, discounts are available for group bookings or delegates attending more than one course.

Remember too that all courses can be run bespoke for your company if there are sufficient numbers – just call us to see what we could do for you.

RETAINING WALL DESIGN ROLE

Over recent months we have been working with another consultant in a sub-consultancy role, helping them develop a retaining wall solution for a difficult site over chalk in south east England, and certifying the design in compliance with BD2/12.  The role includes liaison with the local authority, and compliance with their procedures.   More details of the project will be released in due course so watch this space!