Tutorial Questions (1)
1. In what situation that the sheet pile wall option is not suitable for acting as earth
retaining structures? State 3 4 nos.
2. Steel pipe pile walls own many practical benefits, but what is the major drawback
of this earth retaining wall option?
3. Sketch the general pumping test layout of a construction site. Describe when
should pumping test be carried out under an excavation project. What are the
general acceptance criterion by the government departments?
4. What ground settlement limits that should be imposed for the construction
projects? What are the limits based on?
5. Installation of lagging is unimportant as considered by some contractors and the
work is often delayed. Give your opinion on whether installation of lagging is
significant or not.
6. What are the disadvantages of using tie-backs (instead of struts)?