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Gas Protection Measures
The regulatory oversight on the design and verification of gas protection measures is increasing year on year, meaning it is becoming increasingly important.
We support our clients in the protection of their development by preparing a ground gas design report in accordance with BS:8485. The report will provide installation details, specifications and design requirements for your gas membrane, sub-floor ventilation and slab. The report will be bespoke to your site and scheme proposals.
The design report will also include a verification strategy to ensure the critical stages of the installation are verified in accordance with CIRIA C735.
When project timescales allow, we often recommend a review of the previous risk assessment reports. Historically, ground gas risk assessments within the industry tend to be conservative. Over the last few years, an increasing evidence base and body of literature has been published which allows the assessor to take a more pragmatic and scientific approach. This can result in down-grading the risk to your site or removing the requirement for protection altogether.
We have a strong track record of working with regulators to agree on revised ground gas risk assessments. This can allow the adoption of less onerous protection measures, resulting in substantial cost savings for our clients.
What Our Clients Say
Matthew Hill – Project Manager, Southwark Council.
“Soiltechnics has provided a range of soil reports, ground investigation surveys, remediation strategies and verification reports for parks and open space improvement projects in Southwark. They have also provided clear and concise expert advice on ground/soil related issues which have occurred during the construction phase. Soiltechnics is a valued, reliable consultant we will continue to approach for similar schemes.”
Gavin Williams – Senior Pre Construction Surveyor, Willmott Dixon Construction Ltd.
“Having worked with Soiltechnics for almost ten years, they are considered a valued and trusted member of our Supply Chain whom we appoint with confidence knowing their services will be delivered to the highest standard. Soiltechnics form part of the Willmott Dixon Consultant Consortia having successfully completed a robust selection process which highlighted their ability to perform with the utmost professionalism in regards to customer service, value for money and site safety. It is trusted consultants like Soiltechnics who we can depend on in our pursuit to provide the perfect product for our customers.”
Nathan Pickering – Regional Operations Lead, Vision Survey.
“Vision Survey has worked with Soiltechnics for several years, initially forging a strong working relationship with their Manchester office, which has since expanded to include our respective southern offices. We appreciate their excellent professional conduct, their collaborative working approach and ultimately, in knowing that we can rely on them to meet our requirements.“
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We work with clients of all sizes, from developers, building contractors, private companies, local authorities and individuals, on a wide variety of projects spanning major infrastructure, commercial, residential, educational, land development and restoration.