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• <br /> Obtain Construction Observation Services <br /> Most experienced clients retain their geotechnical engineers to serve throughout the project's development. <br /> Involvement during the construction phase is particularly important, because it permits the geotechnical engi- <br /> neer to be on hand promptly to evaluate unanticipated conditions,to conduct additional tests if required and— <br /> when necessary-to recommend solutions to problems. In addition,the geotechnical engineer can monitor the <br /> geotechnical-related work performed by contractors. It is essential to recognize that the construction recom- <br /> mendations included in a geotechnical engineer's report are preliminary, because they must be based on the <br /> assumption that conditions revealed through selective exploratory sampling are indicative of actual conditions <br /> throughout a site. <br /> Because actual subsurface conditions can be discerned only during earthwork, geotechnical engineers need to <br /> observe those conditions in order to finalize their recommendations. Only the geotechnical engineer who <br /> prepared the report is fully familiar with the background information needed to determine whether or not the <br /> report's recommendations are valid. The geotechnical engineer submitting the report cannot assume responsi- <br /> bility or liability for the adequacy of preliminary recommendations if another party is retained to observe <br /> construction. <br /> Rely On Your Geotechnical Engineer For Additional Assistance <br /> Most geotechnical engineers who are members of ASFE are familiar with a variety of techniques and approaches <br /> that can be used to help reduce risks for all parties to a construction project,from design through construction. <br /> Speak with your geotechnical engineer not only about geotechnical issues, but others as well, to learn about <br /> approaches that may be of genuine benefit. You may also wish to obtain certain ASFE publications. Contact an <br /> ASFE member or ASFE itself for a complimentary directory of ASFE publications. <br /> A S FE THE ASSOCIATION <br /> PRACTICING IN THE GEOSCIENCES <br /> 8811 COLESVILLE ROAD/SUITE G106/SILVER SPRING, MD 20910 <br /> TELEPHONE: (301)565-2733 FACSIMILE: (301)589-2017 <br /> GME CONSULTANTS.INC. <br />