CDM2007 - Construction work sector guidance for designers. Ove Arup and Partners. 2007. Description: The Construction (Design and Management) Regulations 2007 (CDM2007) apply to  construction work undertaken in the UK and for all projects the designers has duties under CDM. This guide helps any person or organisation acting as a designer to meet their obligations with respect to construction hazards in an effective manner. Advice on considering ‘in-use’ hazards (a duty introduced into the 2007 Regulations which was not included in the 1994 Regulations) is provided in CIRIA Publication C663. Each of the legal duties is explained and advice given on how they may be effectively discharged. This new edition takes account of the ACoP publication L144 (2007). In addition to giving advice on a designer’s duties, the guide explains how the work may be carried out in an effective, proportionate manner and guidance is given on the difficult issues which arise in practice. The issue of “who is a designer for the purposes of CDM” is addressed. The guide starts by explaining to designers the need for action and what is required of them by CDM; this includes details of the different types of accident and health issues involved in construction. The major part of the content consists of the examination of health and safety issues arising in the 39 different sectors considered. For each section, hazards are identified and discussed, examples of risk mitigation are given and references provided to related issues in other sections and to other publications that may assist. Finally, guidance is given about documenting information and sources of further information of a general nature.

Contents: About this guide, Acknowledgements, 1 Introduction, 1.1 The purpose, scope and limitations of this guidance, 1.2 Definitions , 1.3 The continuing need for action to improve health and safety in construction, 1.4 The designer’s duty under CDM, 1.5 How to use this guidance, 1.6 Flowchart of hazard analysis, 1.7 Generic Issues, 2 Construction work sector guidance, 2.1 Construction work sector groups, 2.2 The content of each construction work sector group, GROUP A – General planning, A1 Surrounding environment, A2 Site clearance and demolition, A3 Site investigation and remediation, A4 Access (onto and within site), A5 Site layout, GROUP B – Excavation and foundations, B1 General excavation, B2 Deep basements and shafts, B3 Trenches for foundations and services, B4 Retaining walls, B5 Ground stabilisation, B6 Piling, B7 Underpinning, GROUP C – Primary structure, C1 Concrete, C2 In-situ concrete, C3 Pre-cast concrete, C4 Pre-stressed and post-tensioned concrete, C5 General steelwork, C6 Stability and erection of structural steelwork, C7 Masonry, C8 Timber, GROUP D – Building elements and building services, D1 External cladding, D2 Roof coverings and finishes, D3 Atria, D4 Windows/glazing including window cleaning, D5 Surface coatings and finishings, D6 Cleaning of buildings, D7 Mechanical services, D8 Electrical services, D9 Public health services, D10 Lifts, escalators and autowalks, GROUP E – Civil engineering, E1 General civil engineering - including small works, E2 Roads, working adjacent to, maintenance of, E3 Railways, working adjacent to, maintenance of, E4 Bridge construction, E5 Bridge maintenance, E6 Working over/near water, E7 Cofferdams, E8 Pipes and cables, E9 Work in coastal and maritime waters, 3 Providing information, 3.1 The provision and use of health and safety information, 3.2 Information for in-house records, 4 Sources of further information, Appendices, Appendix A Checklist of hazard management, Appendix B Checklist of information to be provided, Appendix C Example of hazard elimination and risk reduction by designers, List of figures, List of tables. ISBN: 978-0-86017-662-6.  203pp. $132.00

CDM2007 - Workplace “in-use” guidance for designers. Gilbertson, A. 2007. Description: The Construction (Design and Management) Regulations 2007 (known as ‘CDM2007’) affect all construction work of any significance. The Regulations place duties upon all designers and this guide is designed to assist in fulfilling those duties with respect to Construction Work. CDM2007 builds upon earlier health and safety legislation by imposing a framework of duties so that all the parties to a construction project must consider health and safety. The Regulations have an Approved Code of Practice L144 (known as the ACoP) titled ‘Construction (Design and Management) Regulations 2007, which has legal status and must be referred to alongside CDM2007. This guide addresses workplace ‘in-use’ hazards; there is a companion CIRIA guide C662 which addresses construction hazards.

Contents:
1 Introduction 1.1 What the regulations require 1.2 How the approach required by CDM2007 relates to previous practice, 1.3 What are workplace “in-use” hazards for the purposes of CDM? 1.4 How are hazards to be assessed and managed by designers? 1.5 Who are affected by “in-use” hazards? 6 Who are designers? 1.7 Provision of information 1.8 How to use the “in-use” guidance for designers 2 Summary of specific welfare requirements in the Workplace (Health, Safety and Welfare) Regulations 1992 and ACoP L24 21, 3. Information about hazards Physical environment, 4 Tables of information about typical workplaces 5 Appendices A Hazard checklist B Example of the use of the hazard checklist to record team discussions C References/sources of further informationList of tables List of figures. ISBN: 978-0-86017-663-3. 74 pp. $88.00

Climate change risks in building - an introduction. Publication Date: March 2005. Author: S Vivian, N Williams, W Rogers. Description: It is widely agreed that the world's climate is changing and will continue to do so for the foreseeable future. The UK is not immune to the consequences of global climatic change, as recent extreme weather conditions have shown. Rainfall and flooding have caused significant damage to buildings and transport infrastructure over the past few years.

Climate change poses risks to construction projects in other ways too, through:
- delay to construction programmes
- mould growth in dwellings
- subsidence and heave
- slope instability
- damage to the building fabric, particularly cladding
- wind-related damage
- effects on roof drainage.

There is little evidence that UK construction companies are implementing or considering adaptation strategies or mitigation measures to reduce these impacts. Construction clients (both public- and private-sector), engineers, contractors and other interest groups will therefore benefit from this up-to-date review of the implications of climate change and the practical guidance it contains on assessing and managing the associated risks, such as ground movement, rain penetration and wind loading.

Contents:
Executive summary, Acknowledgements, 1 Introduction, 1.1 Scene setting, 1.2 Purpose and scope, 1.3 Methodology, 1.4 Readership, 1.5 How to use the book, 2 Introduction to climate change, 2.1 The changing climate, 2.2 Why is our climate changing?, 2.3 Likely changes to the UK climate over the next century?, 3 Drivers for the construction sector, 3.1 Government awareness and changing guidance, 3.2 Clients and contracts, 3.3 Insurance industry, 3.4 User and public perception, 4 Consequences of climate change for the construction industry, 4.1 Delays to the construction process, 4.2 Subsidence and heave, 4.3 Decreased durability and performance of materials, 4.4 Slope instabilities, 4.5 Damage to the fabric of buildings, 4.6 Structural damage from wind-related events, 4.7 Pressure on water resources, 4.8 Poorer conditions in the internal environment, 4.9 Flooding, 5 Integrating climate change into the risk decision-making process, 5.1 Introduction, 5.2 Defining the nature of the decision problem, 5.3 Risk assessment, 5.4 Option appraisal and development of adaptation strategy, 5.5 Case study, 6 Consequences, climate change and the decision-making process, 6.1 Delays to construction programmes, 6.2 Decreased durability and performance of materials: a review of concrete, 6.3 Poorer conditions in the internal environment: consideration of internal mould growth in domestic dwellings, 6.4 Subsidence and heave problems in domestic dwellings, 6.5 Slope instabilities, 6.6 Damage to the fabric of buildings: potential effects on cladding, 6.7 Structural damage from wind-related events, 6.8 Potential effects upon roof drainage arising from climate change, 7 Conclusions, Appendices: A1 Questionnaire, A2 Figures, A3 Risk matrix, A4 References, A5 Further reading

Code: C638. 84 pp.  ISBN: 0-86017-638-X. $180.00

Construction over abandoned mine workings. PR Healy and JM Head. April 2003. Description: This publication deals with building on previously undermined areas, providing information and guidance for engineers and geologists who are engaged in the co-ordination of a mining investigation, in the design of foundations, or in remedial measures. The information presented will also be of use to others who are unfamiliar with specific techniques of ground consolidation. Readers should note that this report was first published in 1984. Although technically it is still relevant, many standards, health and safety obligations and organisations have changed. Readers should satisfy themselves as to current requirements. Contents: Notation, Glossary, Summary, 1 Introduction, 2 Methods of mining, 3 Surface stability in undermined areas, 4 Planning a mining investigation, 5 Site techniques for mining investigations, 6 Consolidation of shallow abandoned mine workings, 7 Treatment of abandoned shafts, 8 Foundations for undermined areas, Acknowledgements, References, Bibliography, Appendix A Sources of information for mining investigations, Appendix B Outline of a contract, with specification, for the consolidation of old shallow mine workings. 94 pp. ISBN: 0-86017-700-9. $80.00

CDM Regulations - practical guidance for planning supervisors. WS Atkins, rev A Gilbertson. 1/2004.  Description: The Construction (Design and Management) Regulations 1994 (CDM) apply to nearly all construction work undertaken in the UK and for most projects of any size a planning supervisor will need to be appointed. This guide helps any person or organisation appointed as a planning supervisor to meet their obligations. Each of the legal duties is explained in detail and advice given on how they may be discharged effectively and proportionately. This new edition takes account of the approved code of practice (ACoP), publication HSG224 (HSE, 2001). The book examines the duties of a planning supervisor and considers who may carry out the function and in what way. Guidance is given on the difficult issues that arise in practice, such as appointment, notification, competence and resources, interaction with designers and liaison with principal contractors. CIRIA C603 also covers issues relating to types of client, project and construction procurement. Contents: About this guide, 1 Duties of the planning supervisor, 2 Carrying out the function, 3 Timing and terms of appointment, 4 HSE notification, 5 Competence and resources, 6 Iteraction with designers, 7 Pre-tender health and safety plans, 8 Liaison with principal contractors, 9 Health and safety files, 10 Different types of client, project and construction procurement, Glossary, References, Acknowledgements. Code: C603B. 84 pp. ISBN: 0-86017-603-7.  $100.00

CDM Regulations - work sector guidance for designers. Ove Arup & Partners, rev A Gilbertson. 1/2004. Description: This guide helps designers identify hazards in relation to health and safety of construction workers and those affected by construction work. It shows ways in which hazards can be avoided, reduced or controlled to comply with the Construction (Design and Management) Regulations 1994. This new edition takes account of the ACoP publication HSG224 (2001). This report provides a wealth of accessible information about health and safety issues in a wide range of construction activity. The consideration of these matters must be an integral part of the design decision process.  Each of the 39 work sectors presented has the same four-page format, leading designers through the process of identifying hazards, and providing options for amending the design to avoid, reduce or control these hazards. Each section is illustrated by examples and contains references for further information. CIRIA has consulted widely throughout the construction industry in order to present this best practice guide about how the relevant CDM duty on designers may be discharged. Contents: About this guide, Acknowledgements, 1 Introduction, 2 Work sector guidance, 3 Documenting design decisions on individual projects, 4 Glossary, 5 Sources of further information, Appendices: App A Checklist of hazard management, App B Checklist of information to be provided. Code: C604B. 204 pp. ISBN: 0 86017 604 5. $100.00

Care and treatment of steel reinforcement and the protection of starter bars. R147.
M.N. Bussell & R. Cather. 1995.
This publication provides guidance for designers, resident engineers and contractors on the proper treatment of reinforcement on site, explaining the basis for such advice. It is directed at reinforcement in new work, rather than the assessment and repair of damaged or corroded steel in existing construction. Reinforcement considered here includes steel strand, wire and bars for pre-stressed concrete; and steel starter bars, reinforced temporary and permanent stopends, couplers, and cast-in sockets that provide continuity of reinforcement between two stages of a concrete construction. The effects of rusting, chemicals and other contaminants found on site are reviewed and the report concludes with recommendations for good practice.
ISBN 0 86017 430 1  $96.00

CDM Regulations - case study guidance for designers: an interim report. R145.
J. Cooks, G. Briffa, K. Dew, D. Watson, M. Stokes et al. 1995.
Aimed at designers and design organizations, this report provides preliminary guidance on how to handle health and safety issues as a design consideration and inputs to the pre-tender stage health and safety plan and file. Eight case studies illustrate the designer's role for a range of architectural, building and civil engineering projects with a wide variety of health and safety hazards. These were prepared by designers with professional experience as an architect, building surveyor, building services engineer, civil engineer and structural engineer.
ISBN 0 86017 421 2  $100.00

CDM Regulations - practical guidance for clients and clients' agents. R172.
CIRIA. 1998.
If you are responsible for commissioning construction work, you will need a copy of this practical guide to the Construction (Design & Management) Regulations - the most significant development in health and safety legislation of recent years and one that affects almost all construction work of any significance. The guide is intended both for those approaching the industry for the first time or with only limited knowledge of what is involved, and for more experienced clients. It is also intended for a client's agent under CDM - that is, an agent appointed by a client to carry out some or all of that client's roles under the Regulations. The easily accessible text is divided into sections that focus on key issues and covers the scope of the CDM Regulations; duties under CDM; and how clients need to respond to CDM.
ISBN 0 86017 486 7  $100.00

CDM training pack for designers. C501TP.
CIRIA. 1999.
This comprehensive pack enables you to ensure all your company's designers are aware of the implications of the Construction (Design & Management) Regulations. It includes material to support six one-hour training sessions, which are also eligible for registration as Continuing Professional Development. The training sessions can be used in sequence or on their own, depending on the needs of the participants or the project. They can be delivered by a facilitator (who does not necessarily need to be an expert on CDM) or a professional trainer. Each pack contains an explanatory booklet for the facilitator, notes sets for each session, which can be easily copied, disk with PowerPoint presentations to originate either overheads or 35 mm slides, and video. You will also need copies of CIRIA Reports 145 and 166 for reference. If you already have copies of these, you can purchase the pack without them.
ISBN 0 86017 501 4  $441.00

NEW►Chemical Storage Tank systems - Good Practice. C598.
Guidance on design, manufacture, installation, operation, inspection and maintenance.
Stuart Cassie & Lyalle Seale. Sept 2003.
The adoption of good practice is essential throughout the design, manufacture, installation, operation, inspection and maintenance of chemical storage tank systems so that system failures are minimized and the risk of environmental or health and safety incidents are reduced. Adopting good practice in the early stages of a system's selection and design can have a profound effect on the ability of site staff and contractors to install, operate and minimize systems safely and effectively. This good practice guide is intended for use by project promoters, designers, manufacturers, construction project managers, site managers and operatives, regulators, construction and maintenance, engineers, foreman, supervisors and operators. The guidance is useful reading for all organizations represented on a site where chemicals are stored, whether as promoter, owner, user, designer, main contractor or sub-contractor. The advice contained in this document is based on both long adopted common practice from chemical storage sites, and more recent practices. Therefore is is applicable to all levels of experience - not just those new to chemical storage systems. The complete guidance is also provided no a fully searchable CD-ROM in the back cover of the book. This book is complemented by W002 Summary guidance document, a summary of the full report, and W003 Checklists, a series of good practice points to consider. Paperback, 200 pp.
ISBN 0 86017 598 7  $173.00

Chromium contamination - field and laboratory remediation trials. PR039.
R.W.F. Bewley, R. Jeffries & K. Bradley. 2000.
This report describes a series of field and laboratory-scale trials for the remediation of chromium contamination. These relate to several sites in south-east Glasgow. The trials include chemical, physico-chemical and microbiological techniques. The report outlines the objectives and methodologies for each of these trials, discusses the results obtained, and evaluates their overall effectiveness in the treatment of soil, surface water and groundwater contamination by chromium.
ISBN 0 86017 839 0  $80.00

Civil engineering design and construct - a guide to integrating design into the construction process. C534.
G. Lafford et al. 2001.
This publication is a guide to best practice in managing the project process in civil engineering design and construct (D&C) projects. It discusses the issues to be addressed when managing design and explains the attitudes and practices that are recommended to enable projects to succeed. It is intended to increase awareness and understanding of the issues involved, identifying what decisions need to be made, when and why. Differences between D&C and traditional procurement routes are highlighted along with contractual issues. 'Design and construct' is taken to be a generic term encompassing the whole family of design, construct, finance, own, operate and transfer procurement strategies, in which one party is responsible for both designing and constructing a facility. This includes projects procured under the Private Finance Initiative (PFI). Considerable emphasis is placed on imparting awareness of the importance of the designer-constructor interface as, in a D&C project, the most critical lines of communication are at this interface. As well as describing contractual frameworks, this guide also contains management toolboxes for reference. It is a working document that will assist those at a senior level (clients, contractors and consultants alike) who have to make crucial decisions affecting the outcome of a project.
ISBN 0 86017 534 0  $144.00

Civil engineering sealants in wet conditions - review performance and interim guidance on use. TN128.
CIRIA. 1987.
This publication provides specifications and guidance for the civil engineering industry on the selection and use of concrete joint sealants in wet conditions.
ISBN 0 86017 273 2  $60.00

Cladding fixings. C524.
P. Harrison, J. Masat & A. Peric-Matthews. 2000.
This publication provides good practice guidance on fixings, i.e. the various brackets, anchors, bolts, fasteners and washers, etc that are used in combination to form a 'fixing assembly' and attach cladding to the structure of a building. These fixings are an integral part of the cladding system, and must be considered and designed as such from the early concept stage. The following types of cladding systems, for new buildings or overcladding for existing buildings, are examined in this report: curtain walling, pre-cast concrete, stone, brickwork/blockwork and sheet metal. Rainscreen overcladding is covered within these sections as appropriate. Alternative fixing assemblies for each system are covered with reference to typical details. Typical causes of failure, particularly different corrosion mechanisms, and methods of selection to achieve long term safe functioning are also discussed. Practical guidance is given on design parameters, installation, supervision, testing, inspection and maintenance, supported by checklists for practitioners at each stage. The major available references are grouped together, providing a valuable source of more detailed advice, if required. This publication will be of value to specialist cladding designers, architects, specifiers, structural engineers, on-site contractors, clients and manufacturers.
ISBN 0 86017 524 3  $144.00

A client's guide to greener construction. SP120.
CIRIA. 1995.
A ground-breaking guide for clients and practitioners. Any building or civil engineering project has an impact on the environment. As a client you can positively and significantly influence the environmental impact of your construction project and this succinct guide will give you all the practical advice you need to do it. It covers the whole range of key issues from legal requirements, transport and the local environment to conserving energy and water, dealing with waste and selecting appropriate materials. The guidance is supported by illustrative case studies throughout which demonstrate the environmental and potential economic benefits available from a positive environmental approach. The guide sets out a framework for implementing an environmental action plan for your project.
ISBN 0 86017 423 9  $80.00

Coastal and marine environmental pocket book. C594.
E. Holliday, M. Budd, S. John, J. Simm, & M. Wilkinson. 2003.
Companion pocket book to publication C584 (Coastal and marine environmental site guide).
ISBN 0 86017 594 4  $180.00*  
*Note: price is for a set of 20 copies. 

Coastal and marine environmental site guide. C584.
M. Budd, S. John, J. Simm & M. Wilkinson. 2003.
The adverse effects of construction on the coastal and marine environment are well publicized and understood by regulators, the industry and the general public. The impact of poor working practices can be extensive, given the often sensitive nature of the habitats and the importance of this region for human activities and interests. The task of preventing impacts or minimizing the risk of potential implications is becoming increasingly the responsibility of front-line staff. This greater accountability at the site level demands higher standards of environmental awareness and education, through trained and experienced personnel who can effectively manage environmental issues with the speed and urgency that they often require. This guide provides practical and accessible information on appreciating, avoiding and mitigating the effects of poor environmental practice on coastal and marine construction projects. It is vital reading for: - site managers, foremen and site supervisors - site engineers - contract supervisors/resident engineers - project managers. This user friendly guide is intended to be applicable to all levels of construction experience from the young site engineer to the experienced manager. It can also be used as a training aid or reference book, to provide site personnel with the correct information to hand for dealing with key environmental and management issues.
ISBN 0 86017 584 7  $80.00

Coasts and seas of the United Kingdom. 2nd edition. X103.
Joint Nature Conservation Committee. 2001.
In 1994 the Joint Nature Conservation Committee embarked on a major partnership project to collate and publish environmental information for the UK coastal area. This updated CD now includes Celtic seas and coasts. The principal output of the Coastal Directories Project was the production of 16 regional directories aimed at assisting coastal zone planning and management. This significant undertaking, coordinated by JNCC on behalf of a range of organizations, has brought together an extensive array of environmental information that was not previously accessible in one place. This CD-ROM contains the entire Coastal Directories series of volumes, which can be accessed through a map-driven software application. This view-only application allows users to access all the directories, though not to edit or modify them. The Coastal Directories have already established themselves as a primary information source for planners, coastal managers, researchers and developers. To this the CD-ROM version adds convenience, compactness and searchability. It provides a user-friendly basis for planning and decision-making for all those concerned with maintaining biological diversity and ensuring the sustainable development of the United Kingdom’s coastal zone.
no ISBN  $171.00

BACK IN PRINT: Concrete pressure on framework. R108.
C.A. Clear & R.A. Harrison. 1985.
The report gives guidance on calculating concrete pressures on formwork extending and improving the method uses in CIRIA (then CERA) Report 1 (Kinnear et al, 1965) to cover concretes using admixtures and blends or blended cements. Use of the method is demonstrated in six examples: bridge abutment, partition wall, lift shaft, mass concrete retaining wall, bridge column, and V column. Paperback, 32 pp.  
ISBN 0 86017 250 3  $80.00

Concrete technology for cast in-situ foundations. C569.
N.A. Henderson et al. 2002.
Concrete technology for cast in-situ foundations focuses on the concrete technology issues relating to common buried foundation types including piles, diaphragm walls and pad, strip and raft foundations. This report provides guidance on the analysis and construction parameters to be considered in the selection of in-situ concrete for foundation applications. The report also discusses environmental issues and sustainable construction practices. This comprehensive report provides the designer, the contractor, and the concrete producer with current guidance on the application of in-situ concrete technology for foundation applications. It provides guidance on the analysis of durability and construction-related parameters to be considered in the selection of in-situ concrete for foundation applications. The report is based on a detailed review of published literature, consultation with experts and practitioners within the field, and case studies demonstrating good practice and highlighting critical issues.
ISBN 0 86017 569 3  $144.00

Concreting deep lifts and large volume pours. R135.
P.B. Bamforth & W.F. Price. 1995.
Guidance for designers, contractors and concrete producers on the particular features of deep lifts and large-volume pours and how to avoid potential problems.
ISBN 0 86017 420 4  $80.00

Construction-management education and practical application - the gap. PR076. 
D. Mootanah. 1999.
This feasibility study looks at the size and significance of the gap that many in the construction industry believe exists between management education and its practical application. The lack of properly qualified construction managers, it is said, is a major cause of cost escalations and delays in large projects. However, perceptions of the nature of this gap differ between academics, graduates and construction industry practitioners. The book starts with an exploration of the aims and methodology used in the research, then moves on to an examination of the views of the various stakeholders in this issue - industry practitioners, academics and graduates. It concludes by setting out a framework for proposed further research. Project Report 76 will be of relevance to management practitioners in construction, academics, policy advisers, researchers and training managers.
ISBN 0 86017 876 5  $80.00

Construction contract incentive schemes - lessons from experience. C554.
D. Richmon-Coggan. 2001.
There is little published material available in the UK on the incentivisation of contracts. This factor coincided with CIRIA’s response to the increasing concern within the construction industry of the pressure on pricing using traditional tendering processes, with the consequent impact on the time and quality aspects of projects. The rise of the “claims culture” had led to conflict between clients and contractors, with “winners” and “losers” emerging. A study on the incentivisation of contracts was not intended to seek a panacea but rather to provide an alternative procurement route when more traditional methods were likely to create potential conflicts - with subsequent detrimental effects on the overall success of the project. This publication summarizes the findings from a survey of 20 construction projects which used incentivised contracts. Clients, contractors and consultants from the private and public sector were interviewed and the detailed case studies form part of the report. The studies covered utilities, transportation, civil infrastructure, building, and heavy and light process manufacturing. The report interacts with recent important guidance documents aimed at the construction industry, such as the Latham and Egan Reports, and the guides published by the Office of Government Commerce. The “what”, “how” and “when” issues relating to incentive schemes are discussed and conclusions are drawn from both the case studies and a Construction Productivity Network workshop.
ISBN 0 86017 554 5  $144.00

Construction of bunds for oil storage tanks. R163.
P.A. Mason, H.J. Amies, G. Sangarapillai et al. 1997.
Anyone with an interest in oil storage tanks, from property owners, environmental regulators, local authorities, site operators, tank and bund designers to contractors, equipment suppliers and insurers, cannot afford to miss this comprehensive publication. Oil spillages cause about a quarter of all inland water pollution incidents in the UK with devastating effects. Many of these incidents result from oil storage tanks with inadequate or non-existent secondary protection. The pressure is on to stop these incidents happening, and secondary containment, or bunding, for oil storage tanks is one of the best ways of cutting the risks. This book gives the background to the problem and guides the user to the most appropriate bund capacity, shape, dimensions and structural design. It includes a series of model designs, a technical description of works and a non-technical guide to the designs.
ISBN 0 86017 468 9  $80.00

Construction over abandoned mine workings. SP32.
P.R. Healy & J.M. Head. 1984.
This publication deals with building on previously undermined areas, providing information and guidance for engineers and geologists who are engaged in the co-ordination of a mining investigation, in the design of foundations, or in remedial measures. The information presented will also be of use to others who are unfamiliar with specific techniques of ground consolidation. Readers should note that this report was first published in 1984, whilst technically still relevant, many standards, health and safety obligations and organizations have changed. Readers should satisfy themselves as to current requirements.
ISBN 0 86017 218 X  $80.00

Contaminated land risk assessment. A guide to good practice. C552.
D.J. Rudland, R.M. Lancefield & P.N. Mayell. 2001. 
Contaminated land has been one of the last major environmental concerns to be taken seriously in the UK. It lags far behind air and water quality in terms of statutory and technical approach to control. However, the increasing focus on environmental safety by both government and the public means that land contamination is no longer an issue that need only be considered during redevelopment of abandoned or derelict sites. When land is contaminated it can affect human health, the environment and buildings and structures. In its worse state, contaminated land can cause unacceptable risk to human health and the environment. Good practice in the management of contaminated land involves assessment of the risk that the contamination might be posing. This book and the associated training pack (CIRIA C553, 2001) examine the risk assessment of contaminated land and explain the key elements of risk assessment practices and procedures. The book is intended to assist all practitioners to align their abilities at a common level so as to promote industry-wide consistency. It will be of particular benefit to geotechnical and environmental engineers, developers, regulators and lawyers.
ISBN 0 86017 552 9  $144.00

Contaminated land risk assessment - training pack. C553TP.
D.J. Rudland, R.M. Lancefield & P.N. Mayell. 2001.
This training pack examines the risk assessment of contaminated land and explains the key elements of the necessary practices and procedures. It is intended to assist all practitioners to align their abilities at a common level so as to promote industry-wide consistency. The training course will be of particular benefit to geotechnical and environmental engineers, developers, regulators and lawyers, but the pack itself can be used by non-technical trainers. It includes delegate and facilitator notes for seven training modules, a copy of CIRIA C552 (2001), Contaminated land risk assessment. A guide to good practice, a PowerPoint presentation on floppy disc, and various group exercises.
ISBN: 0 86017 553 7  $531.00

Control of infiltration to sewers. R175.
M. White, H. Johnson, G. Anderson & B. Misstear. 1997.
Sewerage undertakers, asset managers and capital works engineers, cut your costs with the help of this guide. Infiltration of groundwater into sewers can mean increased operational and capital costs in the sewer network and at the treatment plant. Most sewerage systems in the UK suffer from infiltration to some extent, but despite the problems it causes, it is not always possible or cost-effective to reduce or eliminate it. This guide will give you the necessary tools to assess the need for, and prioritize, works to reduce the infiltration of groundwater into sewerage systems. It reviews the scale and causes of infiltration, and describes the techniques available for locating the source of the problem and renovation techniques and costs.
ISBN 0 86017 474 3  $144.00

Control of pollution from highway drainage discharges. R142.
M. Luker & K. Montague. 1994.
Practical guidelines for highway drainage designers and water quality regulators. Part of CIRIA's series of publications on highway drainage, this book reviews the pollutants that are likely to be present in highway drainage discharges, and assesses the impact that these can have on the receiving water. It also reviews the legal framework within which the discharges are made, and the controls that can be imposed on these discharges. It describes current drainage practice and the operation of different types of drainage structure. The book then presents guidelines for the planning and design of highway drainage systems in order to avoid pollution of the receiving waters and concludes with recommendations for future work to reduce the environmental impact of drainage discharges.
ISBN 0 86017 415 8  $108.00

The control of quality on construction sites. SP140.
D.W. Churcher & S.T. Johnson. 1996.
Many organizations within the construction sector have, in recent years, obtained or decided to work towards obtaining third-party registration for quality assurance to BS 5750/ISO 9000. However, although obtaining ISO 9000 certification has been shown to have significant benefits, concerns were still being voiced over the levels of end-product quality that were being achieved on site. This project was conceived to examine the ways in which contractors actually control site operations, and to identify, if they existed, common procedures that were shown to have beneficial effects on the control of end-product quality. Four large civil engineering and building contractors took part in a survey of sites and follow-up interviews to ascertain the links between site management and success in controlling the site processes to ensure quality of the finished product. This report presents the results of these investigations, and is aimed both at contractors and at clients or their representatives.
ISBN 0 86017 462 X  $80.00

Control of risk - a guide to the systematic management of risk from construction. SP125.
P.S. Godfrey. 1996.
This guide will introduce you to the processes of systematic risk management. It is aimed at clients responsible for the development, procurement and management of construction projects and services who have some knowledge of the construction process. It introduces a simple, practical method of identifying, assessing, monitoring and managing risk from construction. It also provides advice on how to develop and implement a risk control strategy appropriate to your business and identifies when and how to seek specialist advice. The methods described can be adapted to any type of construction project and tailored to control all types of risk. The guide is structured in an easy-to-use format with tool boxes to take you step-by-step through the basic techniques and more advanced analytical methods. 'Maps' of the guide and tool boxes are provided for ease of reference.
ISBN 0 86017 441 7  $80.00

Control of water pollution from construction sites - guidance for consultants and contractors. C532.
H. Masters-Williams et al. 2001.
This important document provides help on environmental good practice for the control of water pollution arising from construction activities. It focuses on the potential sources of water pollution from within construction sites and the effective methods of preventing its occurrence. The main chapters of the publication deal with: - benefits and obligations - water pollution from construction - legislative framework -construction contracts -managing water pollution from construction -water management techniques. It is illustrated throughout, with sections in full color, and includes a glossary, reference section and list of further reading. This publication has three functions: a user-friendly guide, a reference book and a training aid. It is aimed at project promoters; site managers, foremen and supervisors, site engineers; project managers and contract supervisors/resident engineers. It is a guidance document for those at all levels of construction experience, from the young site engineer to the experienced site manager, and is relevant to all organizations represented on site, whether as a promoter, designer, main contractor or sub-contractor.
ISBN 0 86017 532 4  $180.00

Control of water pollution from construction sites - guide to good practice. SP156.
E. Murnane et al. 2002.
Good water management is a key factor in ensuring the sustainability of any construction site. The aim of these training materials is to inform construction site staff about protecting the water environment and thus reduce the number of pollution incidents. This will provide cost benefits for the construction industry, improved environmental awareness and sustainability at construction sites. This pack summarizes best practice and can be used by any size of company. The pack provides everything needed to run brief or more detailed training sessions. There is no need for an external trainer - any delegated person such as a site supervisor, foreman or environmental manager can hold the training session using these training materials. The pack includes: - Table-top presentation - This 32 page presentation book is intended for use as a site induction or specific training course, which reflects the general construction environment. - Nine toolbox talks - These can be used to train site operatives and as refresher training, and can be integrated into a program of safety and environmental talks throughout a construction project. - 12 laminated guidance sheets with checklists - The sheets are pre-punched to allow easy filing and retrieval from a ring binder. The checklists can be photocopied for regular use on site. - CD-Rom - This contains the full set of guidance sheets, toolbox talks, table-top presentation and training notes as PDF files for printing. It also contains a poster that can be printed and placed on a suitable notice board.
ISBN 0 86017 807 2  $324.00

Controlled permeability formwork. C511. 
W.F. Price. 2000.
Controlled permeability formwork (CPF) systems are designed to produce high quality, defect-free, durable concrete surfaces. CPF systems are reviewed in detail in this publication, and the practical guidance it provides will be of use to designers, specifiers, formwork designers and contractors. The various CPF systems that are commercially available are described, together with their specifications. The use of CPF as a technique for enhancing the surface of concrete is examined, and the results are given in terms of changes in surface properties in and their relation to conventional curing procedures. Construction situations are examined in which the use of CPF is particularly effective, and guidance is provided on how to avoid potential problems. The cost implications of controlled permeability formwork systems are also discussed. The publication includes detailed contractor checklists (storage; handling and installation of CPF filter fabric; related formwork and construction requirements) and six detailed case studies. This report is a product of the collaborative program between CIRIA and The Concrete Society, entitled 'Concrete Techniques - Site Operations'.
ISBN 0 86017 511 1  $144.00

Crane stability on site - an introductory guide. SP131.
Edited by D. Lloyd. 1996.
Cranes are some of the most widely operated items of plant on construction sites. But, if misused, they can cause serious harm. This guide gives a thorough step-by-step breakdown of the thought processes involved to ensure that a crane remains stable at all times. It gives information on the various factors which you should consider when planning the use on site of both mobile and tower cranes, including type and choice of crane, loading cases, ground conditions and foundation details. Diagrams, symbols, tables and checklists enhance the text throughout. The guide also includes references to other topical material on the subject, while a number of accident case studies, with dramatic photographs, alert readers to the DOs and DON'Ts of crane use.
ISBN 0 86017 456 5  $80.00

Culvert design manual. R168.
D. Ramsbotom, R. Day & C. Rickard. 1997.
Hydraulic design of culverts for the non-specialist engineer. Culverts are covered channels or pipelines used to convey a watercourse under an obstruction. They provide one of the most common forms of drainage structure and have been widely used throughout the world. But determining the hydraulic characteristics of a culvert can be a complex business. Until now, most of the literature on culverts has been aimed at specialist hydraulic engineers, despite the fact that most culverts in the UK are designed by non-specialists. This publication, however, has been written for use by engineers who do not have specialist knowledge of hydraulics. It contains clear and concise guidelines for the hydraulic design of culverts and describes the hydraulic behavior of culverts in as simple a form as is consistent with the complexities of their actual behavior. It provides an overall design process for new culverts and information that can be used to analyze and assess existing culverts. Also includes a section on examples of good design practice.
ISBN 0 86017 467 0  $144.00