Tuesday 20 August 2013

Piling Operation

Piling operation may be the  first work  which will be carried out in the construction site.The contractor getting involved  in the piling operation need not have way special arrangemet to keep the interference of other people minimum.The situation which necessitate pile foundation for a structure are: 

The structure is very heavy.

An excavation for foundation is impracticable.

Problem of sub soil water in the foundation trench.

The geological condition found in the site . 


Piles should only be lifted & positioned in the pile gate or on to the leaders or rig with sound lifting  gear adequate for the purpose.


                Quick release shackles should be examined before each use.Work men should stand clear of the operation while driving is in progress. the emergency shut off valve & the crane or winch controls must be manned at all times during driving.Under no circumstances should any man touch the hammer until all valves are closed.

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