Quarry Geotechnics

Following the introduction of the Quarries Regulations by the Health & Safety Executive in 1999, all quarry operators are now required to carry out regular Geotechnical Appraisals of their sites, and where necessary a formal Geotechnical Assessment. 

 

In late 2008 the Health & Safety Executive stated the importance of ongoing review and update of Geotechnical Assessments, and its intention to step up enforcement of this integral aspect of quarry management.

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Greenfield Environmental's Geotechnical Assessments are carried out using a simple to understand risk assessment protocol, supported by analysis using software such as Dips, Slide, Rocplane and Rocfall. A comprehensive report is issued which contains all relevant geotechnical hazard information, recommended remedial works and clearly presented maps to facilitate day to day quarry management and decision making.

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Greenfield Environmental has particular expertise in the preparation of supporting documentation including:

• Geotechnical appraisal of active sites

• Geotechnical assessment of significant hazards

• Geotechnical aspects of quarry development

• Preparation of Excavation and Tipping rules

• Advice on design and operation of tips and lagoons

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Greenfield Environmental regularly provides geotechnical and hazards recognition toolbox talks on-site for quarry management, staff and site contractors.

 

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