EXCAVATION AND GRADING LATEST
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Excavator - Answer: Tracked machine with a bucket on the front.
Used for digging footers and foundations
Track Loader - Answer: an engineering vehicle consisting of a
tracked chassis with a loader for digging and loading material
Bobcat - Answer: is a small, rigid-frame, engine-powered
machine with lift arms used to rough and fine grade a lot
Bulldozer - Answer: a powerful tractor with a broad upright
blade at the front for clearing ground
If the excavation is not to phase specifications, who absorbs the
cost to correct? - Answer: The excavating contractor
, What should you do with topsoil that is on the lot - Answer:
Save enough for the backfill and then put the rest in a stockpile
for future use
Name three things that should be considered when excavating a
foundation that has excess dirt? - Answer: a. Haling Costs
b. Amount of backfill
C.future Digs
What is a foundation overdig? - Answer: The area excavated
beyond the dimensions given for the actual footer. It enables
the footer and poured wall contractors freedom to work safely
What is the minimum over dig in your area for full foindation,
kneewall foundation, crawl space and slab foundations? -
Answer: 1. We don't use full foundations but i would say 3'
2. Knee walls we don't use either but the answer is 2'
3. Crawl space is 2'
4. Slab foundations don't need any over dig
Since equipment should not travel on pavement or curbs
without protection, what types of things can be used for
protection? - Answer: Rubber mats, built up soil bases, wood
UPDATE VERIFIED QUESTIONS &
DETAILED EXPLANATIONS GRADED
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Professional Academic Assistance Services
Excavator - Answer: Tracked machine with a bucket on the front.
Used for digging footers and foundations
Track Loader - Answer: an engineering vehicle consisting of a
tracked chassis with a loader for digging and loading material
Bobcat - Answer: is a small, rigid-frame, engine-powered
machine with lift arms used to rough and fine grade a lot
Bulldozer - Answer: a powerful tractor with a broad upright
blade at the front for clearing ground
If the excavation is not to phase specifications, who absorbs the
cost to correct? - Answer: The excavating contractor
, What should you do with topsoil that is on the lot - Answer:
Save enough for the backfill and then put the rest in a stockpile
for future use
Name three things that should be considered when excavating a
foundation that has excess dirt? - Answer: a. Haling Costs
b. Amount of backfill
C.future Digs
What is a foundation overdig? - Answer: The area excavated
beyond the dimensions given for the actual footer. It enables
the footer and poured wall contractors freedom to work safely
What is the minimum over dig in your area for full foindation,
kneewall foundation, crawl space and slab foundations? -
Answer: 1. We don't use full foundations but i would say 3'
2. Knee walls we don't use either but the answer is 2'
3. Crawl space is 2'
4. Slab foundations don't need any over dig
Since equipment should not travel on pavement or curbs
without protection, what types of things can be used for
protection? - Answer: Rubber mats, built up soil bases, wood
