Site Investigation

What is a site investigation checklist?

A site investigation is prepared by taking soil samples for analysis and developing a detailed site investigation report with findings and recommendations for the site. The report helps engineers to identify hazards and risks that need to be eliminated before starting a construction project and to determine whether a site is suitable for the planned development.

A site investigation not only helps those responsible to determine the suitability of the land for construction, but also to draw up safe and economical construction plans. In addition, a subsoil survey is useful for long-term planning because it helps to anticipate natural or man-made changes and to determine the corrosion caused by groundwater conditions.

This article briefly discusses:

1. Dangers have to be taken into account during a site investigation

2. advantages of a site investigation report

3. Which technology can be used for convenient data collection at the site

frequent dangers and risks of a soil investigation

A site investigation aims to identify and eliminate hazards and risks that have a negative impact on the project and its participants. Here are some of the most common hazards that should be considered for a correct construction survey:

1. physical hazards

2. chemical hazards

3. biological hazards

4. environmental and social risks

A building survey also includes an examination of the effects of the project on flora and fauna. Every construction project should also take into account the social risks, especially in urban areas with high population density or in indigenous areas. A survey of local government and local stakeholders on the potential social impacts of the project is also part of a construction appraisal.

advantages of a site investigation checklist

• To reduce problems and save money
  Problems in connection with a site investigation mean more costs. If it only becomes apparent during excavation that the soil conditions are not ideal, unexpected additional costs are incurred by the client. It becomes critical, however, when the house leans to one side later. These inclinations can make the house uninhabitable at some point because it can collapse. To avoid such scenarios, it is worth thinking ahead.


• Detailed investigation of the building ground
  Building owners who are building on their own property are well-advised, if possible, to draw up an investigation of the subsoil with subsequent subsoil expertise before signing the contract with their house building company. A site investigation report contains all important information about the land. However, this site investigation report can differ depending on the company. It is therefore advisable to obtain several quotations.


• Clear about the water settlement
  In addition to the bearing capacity and settlement behaviour, the water situation that will arise in the excavation pit is also decisive. Can the water accumulate in the excavation pit, or is standing water to be expected in the excavation pit area? The decision of the cellar depends on this. With a subsoil investigation, these things can be found out quite simply.
  
  

  Digital technology for better data collection at the site

   
  

  In view of the variety and enormous amount of information that needs to be collected during a soil investigation, it is advantageous to use a technology that facilitates data collection. Lumiform is a mobile inspection application that helps engineers easily record information anytime, anywhere, even at remote locations. The following aspects can be implemented more conveniently with the Lumiform App:

  
  

  Individual digital forms

  The flexible form construction kit makes it possible to create new individual checklists at any time and to adapt them again and again.

  
  

  First class customer service

  Lumiform’s excellent 24/5 support will reliably answer all your questions about the app when you need assistance using the tool.

  
  

  Scheduling and notifications

  The Lumiform App ensures that the schedule is kept. All employees receive notifications about the procedure and due dates. Managers automatically receive notifications when assignments are overdue and problems have occurred.

  
  

  Time-defined work steps

  Keep an eye on your schedule and use the information to identify opportunities to increase your efficiency.

  
  

  Faster identification and resolution of problems

  The data you collect from inspections is collected under the Analysis Tab. Here you can access all data and view your performance reports broken down by time, location and department. This helps you quickly identify causes and problems so you can fix them as quickly as possible.

  
  

  Track inspections in facilities over time

  Monitor your team’s inspection performance and identify opportunities to improve the process and efficiency of your operations.

  
  

  Integrations

  Connect Lumiform’s Software to enterprise software systems.

  
  

  Time-defined targets

  Keep an eye on what’s happening and identify insights from the information gained to increase your efficiency.

  
  
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