Networks - learning and innovation in the UK construction industry. PR066.
S. Whittle & R. Holti. 1999.
This project report gives the background to the CIRIA research into the effectiveness of learning networks. It is linked to PR71: Final report on action research with the Construction Productivity Network.
ISBN 0 86017 866 8  $80.00

New paint systems for the protection of construction steelwork. R174.
G. Gedge & N. Whitehouse. 1997.
Are you a designer, specifier or client, reluctant to change from proven specifications for paint systems? Would you like to find out more about the new 'compliant' paint systems? If the answer is 'yes', then this book will give you all the independent, authoritative guidance you need on their performance requirements, use, selection and specification. Topics covered include a review of the relevant environmental and health and safety legislation, the range of available materials, the relevance and use of these in general steel construction, and the advantages and disadvantages of the new materials, including information on costs. The book also includes standard material specifications for a range of environments commonly encountered in general construction.
ISBN 0 86017 472 7  $144.00

Non-biological methods of assessment and remediation of contaminated land - case studies. C588.
D. Barr, R.P. Bardos & C.P. Nathanail. Sept 2003.
Traditional techniques for the assessment and remediation of contamination have technical, financial and practical limitations. An increasing number of "innovative" techniques are available within the UK, many of which have an established track record overseas. This report provides a review of such techniques and includes a series of case studies that illustrate their application to both radionuclide and non-radionuclide contamination issues in the UK. Case studies included in the report show that non-biological remediation technologies can cost-effectively treat a range of contaminants under redevelopment, transaction or proactive risk management scenario. The case studies selected are representative of many of the technologies in commercial use in the UK, but also include a number of field trials illustrating the application of technologies that show potential for application on a commercial scale. Paperback, 210 pp.
ISBN 0 86017 588 X  $180.00

Not just an accident. SP100V.
CIRIA. 1993.
Prevent accidents. Be aware of the dangers! Construction sites are extremely dangerous places, but it is estimated that up to 70 per cent of fatalities could be prevented with appropriate management action. This publication accompanies the CIRIA video of the same name (SP100V) which alerts young professionals and new site workers to the most common hazards they face on construction sites. It demonstrates the need for everyone to be aware of their own safety and that of those around them, and provides helpful discussion points for training sessions. Designed to be used in conjunction with CIRIA's Site safety: a handbook for young construction professionals (SP130).
no ISBN  $198.00 

The Observational Method in ground engineering - principles and applications. R185.
D. Nicholson, C.M. Tse & C. Penny. 1999.
The Observational Method in ground engineering is a continuous, managed, integrated process of design, construction control, monitoring and review which enables previously defined modifications to be incorporated during or after construction as appropriate. All these aspects have to be demonstrably robust. The objective is to achieve greater overall economy without compromising safety. The Method’s origins are found in the development of “modern” soil mechanics theories in the late 1940s, when an integrated process for predicting, monitoring, reviewing and modifying designs evolved. In the 1990s there has been a noticeable increase in its use, and extension of its principles. The OM has been recognized as a design method in design codes such as Eurocode 7 (BSI, 1995). This publication aims to provide technical and contractual guidance that will lead to more effective and innovative application of the Observational Method. Topics covered in the book include history and definition of the Method; concepts, principles and practice; contractual framework; and tunnel, excavation and other applications. For design, specification, and construction managers, and for clients and civil engineers involved in civil and geotechnical works, this is a bookshelf must. ISBN 0 86017 497 2  $162.00

Old waterfront walls - management, maintenance and rehabilitation. B013.
R.N. Bray & P.F.B. Tatham. 1992.
This book provides comprehensive guidance on the maintenance of old waterfront walls, particularly gravity walls constructed with stone masonry, brick blocks or mass concrete.
ISBN 0 419 17640 3  $108.00

On-site curing of concrete - microstructure and durability. C530.
N.R. Buenfield & R. Yang. 2001.
Curing is widely perceived as being an important factor in achieving durable concrete structures. However, direct evidence that the levels of curing achieved on-site increases durability is scarce. This publication describes the second phase of an investigation into the influence of practical on-site curing on the durability of concrete. The first phase was a literature review (CIRIA PR49, 1997) which arrived at limited conclusions concerning the effects of site curing on durability. In this investigation, scanning electron microscopy was used to evaluate the influence of different curing regimes and environmental exposures on the porosity and degree of hydration in the 'curing affected zone' (CAZ), and their influence on durability and abrasion resistance. The objectives were to establish the viability of a method for investigating: - the link between practical curing methods and the microstructure of concrete in the CAZ - the relationship between microstructure in the CAZ and durability performance. This publication is part of a collaborative research program between CIRIA and the Concrete Society entitled Concrete techniques - site operations. It was carried out under contract by The Imperial College of Science Technology and Medicine and Taywood Engineering. On-site curing of concrete will be of interest to all design, specification, construction and supervising engineers involved in building and civil engineering works.
ISBN 0 86017 530 8  $144.00

Operation and maintenance manuals for buildings - a guide to procurement and preparation. C507.
CIRIA. 1999.
It has never been more important for owners, occupiers and maintainers to keep accurate records of their buildings. As well as the need to comply with a growing body of health, safety and environmental legislation, there is also mounting pressure to limit the costs of using buildings. An operation and maintenance (O&M) manual is a valuable tool to help achieve these aims. It defines the requirements and procedures for the effective operation, maintenance, decommissioning and demolition of the building, and includes details of the building’s construction, history and maintenance, instructions for its operation and maintenance, and guarantees and warranties. This user-friendly guide looks at the benefits of O&M manuals, indicates the likely readership and provides advice on how to specify, procure, use and maintain a manual. It gives essential guidance on structure, format and content, provides checklists and investigates the options for applying IT to the production, maintenance and use of these manuals, covering operating systems, on-line documentation storage and electronic data interchange. Although aimed principally at medium and large new construction projects, the basic principles are also applicable to smaller projects and existing buildings.
ISBN 0 86017 507 3  $126.00

PPPCom - the integrated risk and value management toolkit for public private partnerships. C617CD.
I. Cruickshank et al. Dec 2003.
The toolkit offers a common platform and a common language for the communication of risk issues. It helps users to improve the quality of risk and value management on their projects by providing an on-the-job educational tool for risk management. PPPCom is a readily transferable process, as 80 per cent of the information is generic and so may be exported to other industries, with 20 per cent aimed specifically at construction projects. Contents: 1 Introduction • 2 Risk and value in PPP • 3 PPP process phases • 4 Understanding, optimizing and communicating your values (value tool) • 5 Understanding, optimizing and communicating your risks (risk tool) • 6 Case studies • 7 Background reading • 8 Further guidance • 9 Software help. CD-ROM.
ISBN 0 86017 617 7  $351.00

The performance of a piled bridge abutment at Newhaven. TN109.
A.L. Reddaway & W.K. Elson. 1982.
A report of a program to measure the strains in a piled foundation at the east abutment of a bridge on the A259 road over the railway at Newhaven, East Sussex, in 1976.
ISBN 0 86017 176 0  $80.00

Performance of sealant-concrete joints in wet conditions - results of a laboratory testing programme.
Volume 1 - main results and discussion.
D.W. Aubrey. 1992.
Volume 1: main results and discussion. This report studies the various factors at the sealant/concrete interface that affect joint performance.
ISBN 0 86017 357 7  $80.00

The performance of tunnel-boring machines in rock. SP062.
D.B. Parkes. 1988.
An analysis of performance data from 65 rock tunnels in which full-faced tunnel-boring machines were used.
ISBN 0 86017 290 2  $80.00

Performance measurement of design activities - a summary report and key performance indicators. PR085.
R. Dent & G. Alwani-Starr. 2001.
This report is aimed at those managing design teams in construction companies of all types and who are interested in promoting the concept of performance management within their organizations. It describes the work undertaken by CIRIA to investigate the key issues relating to performance measurement of design activities carried out by construction organizations in the UK. The report concentrates on the conclusions drawn and recommendations for good practice. Some background information is also presented to aid the reader in putting the guidance presented in context. Eleven of the leading design consultants and contractors in the UK took part in the study, which was carried out between January 1999 and December 2000. The aims were to investigate how design was being managed within the participating organizations and to develop a framework of key indicators with which to measure performance of design activities.
ISBN 0 86017 885 4  $351.00

Permanent formwork in construction. C558.
R.G. Wrigley. 2001.
Traditionally, formwork requirements have been left to the construction stage and the main contractor’s temporary works designer, but this can lead to significant loss of benefit unless the permanent works designer provides appropriate guidance. Permanent formwork in construction is a joint project with the Concrete Society that provides advice on where permanent formwork can be used to advantage in concrete construction. The book outlines some of the reasons why permanent formwork should be considered, when the decision to adopt should be made and how it should be implemented, and gives a summary checklist of benefits. It explores standard solutions, time savings, improved safety and economy of construction, long-term durability, appearance and reduced maintenance costs in bridges, building and other civil engineering applications. This report describes the design, specification and practical use of permanent formwork and gives guidance on avoiding potential problems. A comprehensive review of applications is included and the regular uses and products are covered in detail. Permanent formwork in construction defines the terminology relating to permanent formwork, identifies where the responsibilities lie for its design and safe use and outlines the regulations governing its use. This clear and practical publication explores the design, specification and construction stages and is aimed at supervising engineers involved in building and civil engineering works.
ISBN 0 86017 558 8  $162.00

Piled foundations in weak rocks. R181.
J.A. Gannon, G.G.T. Masterton, W.A. Wallace et al. 1999.
Piling in weak rocks presents particular problems to the foundation designer and piling specialist, not least because of the difficulty of investigating and testing these intermediate geomaterials. There is a lack of understanding of their behavior, especially of their deformability and changes in their properties during pile installation. As a consequence, design methods may be over-conservative and assessments of design parameters too pessimistic. Also, the lack of a flexible and robust procurement process has in the past led to uneconomic design and contractual disputes during construction. This book summarizes current knowledge and practice. It provides a definition of weak rock, and considers the nature of the material and the best ways of investigating, characterizing and classifying weak rock for the purpose of pile design. Four published design methods are examined, with worked examples. Five case studies illustrate the main points of the report and are complemented by an extensive bibliography. The work concludes with recommendations for improving practice and enhancing economy through appropriate geotechnical modeling, pile selection, pile design and procurement. Of these recommendations, the need for improved communications between the structural designer, pile designer and piling contractor is particularly emphasized. There are also some useful suggestions about directions for future research. 'Piled foundations in weak rocks' will prove to be a valuable reference for geotechnical and structural engineers working in investigation, design and construction, and research.
ISBN 0 86017 494 8  $144.00

Pipe jacking - a state-of-the-art review. TN112.
R.N. Craig. 1983.
Reviews pipe-jacking techniques in the UK, and in those countries where it is in established use, and compares pipe and joint design with constructional performance.
ISBN 0 86017 205 8  $20.00

The planning and design of concrete mixes for transporting, placing and finishing. R165.
G.G.T. Masterton & R.A. Wilson. 1997.
One of CIRIA's outstanding series of guides on current good practice in concrete construction! This book provides guidance on the fresh state rheological properties of concrete appropriate to a range of construction methods, operations and environments. It advises designers, specifiers, planners, concrete suppliers and contractors on how to achieve the required properties in practical conditions through appropriate mix design. Developments in construction techniques and in the constituent materials for use in concrete mean that concrete mix designs can be matched to the particular requirements of modern transporting and placing methods, in a wide range of locations and ambient conditions. This is fully covered in this report, with case studies to illustrate the principles involved.
ISBN 0 86017 470 0  $108.00

Planning to build? A practical introduction to the construction process. SP113.
M. Potter. 1995.
If you are about to commission some building work and this is your first experience of the construction industry, this book must be essential reading. It provides potential clients with a step-by-step introduction to the many different ways of obtaining a new building. It describes the processes involved and offers the newcomer, or those with limited experience, practical advice on how to get started and make the best of the numerous services on offer. It will assist you, the client, in understanding and playing your part in what can be a complex and demanding operation, help you ask the right questions and tell you where to get expert advice.
ISBN 0 86017 433 6  $80.00

Planning to reduce noise exposure in construction. TN138.
R.A. Waller. 1990.
A result of a study into planning to reduce noise exposure in construction undertaken by CIRIA for the HSE. It follows the stages of a project's development and offers guidance in the ways in which noise exposure can be reduced or avoided.
ISBN 0 86017 317 8  $64.00

The potential for water pollution from railways. M Osborne, K Montague. March 2005 Description: The operation of a railway has the potential to give rise to pollution as water drains from the railway into watercourses. The ollutants carried by water may arise from a wide variety of sources. The rail industry as a whole already has obligations to minimise actual pollution and the risk of pollution from its activities. The introduction of the EU Water Framework Directive will increase those obligations. This short report summarises a study that has looked at the legislative framework, the overall structure of the railway industry in the UK, the potential sources of pollution, the responsibilities for pollution, the availability of guidance on good practice, and actions that may need to be taken. Although the study that led to this report focused on railway activities in mainland Britain the guidance is also likely to be applicable elsewhere in the European Union. The report is essential reading for anyone who has responsibilities for operational management or environmental management of railway activities. It will also help Environment Agency staff to understand the complexities of railway operations and the types of pollution that may arise. Contents: 1 Key findings, 2 Introduction, 3 A brief introduction to the legislation ,4 The railway industry in the UK, 5 Pollution sources and routes, 6 Who might be liable? 7 Environmental policies and good practice, 8 Risk management, 9 Discharge of dangerous substances to water, 10 References. 24 pp. Code: C643.  ISBN: 0 86017 643 6. $80.00

Potential use of alternatives to primary aggregates in coastal and river engineering. A Brampton, M Wallis, E Holliday. May 2004 Description: This review seeks to identify the potential for using secondary and recycled aggregates, including inert construction and demolition (C&D) waste, in coastal and river engineering schemes. In response to concerns about the environmental consequences and long-term sustainability of the present rate of use of primary aggregates, guidance is offered on employing alternative materials and so reducing the impact of river and coastal construction on natural resources. The book begins by reviewing the types of river and coastal engineering schemes that exist around the UK and the materials used in them. The various alternatives to primary aggregates available in the UK - such as secondary aggregates and recycled inert C&D waste - are described, along with some of the environmental and practical engineering issues that arise in their use. Guidelines on using these alternative materials are supported by numerous case studies. The book concludes with recommendations for future research and development, and a directory of suppliers and sources of further information. Contents: Summary, Acknowledgements, Glossary, Abbreviations, 1 Background and use of the book, 1.1 Background to the study, 1.2 Objectives and scope of study, 1.3 Layout of the book, project methodology, 2 Coastal and river engineering requirements, 2.1 Coastal engineering schemes, 2.2 River engineering schemes, 2.3 Summary of potential uses of alternative aggregates, 3 Materials availability and suitability, 3.1 Availability of recycled aggregates, Availability of secondary aggregates, Summary of availability of secondary aggregates, 3.4 Standards and specifications, 3.5 Suitability of construction and demolition wastes and secondary aggregates, 4 Overcoming the barriers, 4.1 Introduction, 4.2 Perceived quality and specifications of alternative materials, 4.3 Availability, transport and economics, 4.4 Environmental concerns, 4.5 Regulation, legislation and policies, 4.6 Perception of risks and liability, 4.7 Recommendations on overcoming barriers, 5 Conclusions and guidance, 5.1 Introduction, 5.2 Conclusions, 5.3 Guidance for coastal management planning and funding bodies, 5.4 Guidance for coastal engineers/consultants, 5.5 Guidance for regulatory and planning authorities, 5.6 Guidance for contractors, 5.7 Construction/demolition firms, 5.8 Recycling/demolition firms, 5.9 Marine/river specialists, 6 Future development and research needs, 6.1 Targets and incentives, 6.2 Trials and monitoring of selected applications, 6.3 Education and dissemination, Appendices - A1 Environment Agency maintenance and replacement costs for coastal and river defences 1999/2000, A2 Summary sheets covering secondary materials, A3 Case studies, A4 Part of Schedule 3 of SI 1994/1056 The Waste Management Licensing Regulations 1994, A5 Barriers Workshop delegates, References, Further information. Pages: 134. Code: C590.  ISBN: 0-86017-590-1. $160.00

Precast concrete tunnel linings - review of current test procedures. TN104.
G.A. Lance. 1981.
A review of 28 tests on precast concrete tunnel linings: complete rings, individual segments and joints.
ISBN 0 86017 165 5  $80.00

Prestressed concrete beams - controlled demolition and prestress loss assessment. TN129.
P. Lindsell & S.H. Buchner. 1987.
Reports on the performance of different methods of cutting or breaking up prestressed sections and long-term prestress losses, both of which may be assessed during controlled demolition.
ISBN 0 86017 277 5  $80.00

Prop loads in large braced excavations. PR077.
W. Powrie & M. Batten. 2000.
Embedded walls retaining the sides of large excavations are often supported at some stage in the construction process by temporary props at one or more levels, in order to reduce wall and ground movements. The provision of temporary props is costly in terms of money and time, and there may be risk to the site operatives installing and removing them. This publication presents the findings of an EPSRC and industry-funded research project that measured and analyzed the loads in the temporary props at the Canada Water and Canary Wharf station excavations. There is a widely held view within the construction industry that the procedures currently used in design tend to overestimate actual prop loads. The main aim of the research was to investigate the reasons for this apparent discrepancy by monitoring the temporary prop loads at Canada Water and Canary Wharf. Prop temperatures were also measured to assess their influence on prop loads. Both case studies involved stiff, reinforced concrete walls in mixed ground, and provided a unique opportunity to investigate the significance of the effects of prop loads in practice. This publication, being a research summary, will be a help to temporary works designers and geotechnical engineers. It accompanies CIRIA publication C517 Temporary propping of deep excavations - guidance on design.
ISBN 0 86017 877 3  $60.00

Protecting development from methane. R149.
G.B. Card. 1996.
A valuable source of guidance for construction and environmental professionals, local authorities, developers and planners on landfill gases, naturally occurring methane and other gases. Methane and landfill gases are hazards to new construction and existing developments alike. This volume is based on a review of UK practice. It explains where protection is needed and how to provide it for different types of new and existing buildings and gas regimes. The practical guidance covers the selection and construction of the available range of protective measures, from integral floor slabs and membranes to in-ground barriers, venting and active gas abstraction. The book also includes guidance on the long-term management of gas-control systems and reviews our current capability to evaluate and design protective systems.
ISBN 0 86017 410 7  $144.00

Protection of reinforced concrete by surface treatments. TN130.
M.B. Leeming & T.P. O'Brien. 1987.
A state-of-the-art study of protective coatings for reinforced concrete, describing the types of surfacing material available and comparing test methods and performance.
ISBN 0 86017 280 5  $80.00

Pumping stations - design for improved buildability and maintenance. R182.
S.T. Wharton, P. Martin & T.J. Watson. 1998.
Essential reading for all those involved in the design and planning of pumping stations. Sewage pumping stations are complex units requiring the integration of the civil design and construction process with the design, installation, operation and maintenance of major items of mechanical and electrical plant and equipment. It is essential to take an overview at the design stage to consider and balance the effects of this complexity and the aggressive operating conditions. This book looks at the best ways of balancing the competing demands of buildability and maintainability and of reconciling them with the requirements of the CDM Regulations. If followed, the guidance it contains should contribute to reducing the whole-life costs of sewage pumping stations. Designers can use the checklists at the end of each chapter in association with quality assurance procedures to ensure that recommendations have been fully considered in the design process. There are also case studies which provide examples of particular operating problems.
ISBN 0 86017 495 6  $108.00