Download or read book An Introduction to Preparation of Engineered Foundations for Structures written by J. Paul Guyer, P.E., R.A. and published by Guyer Partners. This book was released on 2021-09-12 with total page 52 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Introductory technical guidance for civil engineers, structural engineers, geotechnical engineers and construction managers interested in design and construction of foundations for buildings and other structures. Here is what is discussed: 1. FOUNDATION EXCAVATION 1.1 general 1.2 GOOD CONSTRUCTION PRACTICES, AND PROBLEMS 2. FOUNDATION PREPARATION 2.1 GOOD CONSTRUCTION PRACTICES, AND PROBLEMS 2.2 PLACEMENT OF BACKFILL 2.3 SPECIAL PROBLEMS 2.4 INSTALLATION OF INSTRUMENTS 2.5 POST-CONSTRUCTION DISTRESS 2.6 SPECIAL PROVISIONS 2.7 STABILIZATION OF SUBGRADE SOILS