State the Problem and phases of site investigation
The site investigation is to be performed to obtain the solution for the following problems:
i) Foundation problems
ii) Ground water problems
iii) Construction problems
iv) Fixation of responsibility in a law suit if major redesign is warranted based on the excavations for construction. Subsequent building damages from settlement or other foundation problems which could have been avoided by having proper soil investigation. This may lead to recoverable claims against consultants and designers.