QC/QA and Verification for Deep Mixed Structures: Some Fundamental Observations and Recommendations-Video

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The presentation argues that quality control is the contractor’s responsibility, but quality assurance also belongs to the owner and designer, who must verify that quality control is effective. Key practices include clear, necessary specifications; sharing geotechnical data with bidders; regular, candid communication; and continued engineering support during construction. Inspectors should understand the design intent and use sound judgment in evaluating field conditions.<br /><br />For deep-mixing projects, full-scale test sections should reflect the contractor’s actual equipment, methods, mix, and personnel. Acceptance testing and criteria must account for material variability and focus on the project’s critical performance requirements. The speaker also calls for more research on testing methods, curing, grout temperatures, and reliable in-situ strength measurements. Strong collaboration among owners, contractors, and inspectors is essential, as is effective management of large volumes of project data. In discussion, speakers emphasize experienced coring contractors and note that high strength requirements may sometimes serve the needs of coring rather than wall performance.

Keywords

quality control

quality assurance

deep mixing

acceptance testing

geotechnical data