Geotechnical Site Investigations for Building Foundations in Permafrost

Designation Number:
CAN/BNQ 2501-500
Standard Type:
National Standard of Canada - Domestic
Standard Development Activity:
New Standard
Status:
Proceeding to development
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Scope

This standard is intended to establish the minimum elements to be considered during a geotechnical site investigation aiming at collecting information and evaluating the conditions of the site for the purpose of designing and constructing building foundations in permafrost.

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