<p>The purpose of this manual is to provide the inspector and Engineer-In-Charge with a quick and easy-to-use set of inspection guidelines for the various aspects of tieback construction, including pre-installation inspection, installation, testing and trouble ...

<p>These guidelines were written for use by the NYSDOT and their consultants. In the event that the information in the guidelines is used by other municipalities, the responsibilities for the various tasks contained herein are to be borne by that municipality, ...

Team recommendations for U.S. implementation include developing a rational basis for bridge inspection frequency, guidelines for developing quality assurance/quality control procedures, illustrations and reference photos for manuals, and integrated inspection ...