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Bridge Inspections - Specification
Article Purpose To provide specification on a safe and standard method for collecting bridge condition data using Open Data Kit (ODK) data collection systems. Intended Users Anyone who is responsible for setting up or carrying...
Element Condition State Tables
1. Roadway and Deck Elements The inspector should check: The pavement for unevenness, settlement, or roughness (shown below). Shoulders, slopes, drainage, and the approach guardrail. The deck and sidewalks for various defects, noting the si...
Smart Flags
The use of a “safety” Smart Flag must be used if, in the opinion of the Inspector, a defect impacts the integrity of the structure to such a degree that the safety of the public or structure are jeopardised. The addition of a smart flag and dete...
Road and Work Safety
The protection and safety of experts and environment are the essential on every work site and should be prioritized at all times during field operations. Working on or near roads is extremely hazardous and the following rules must be observed by ...
Photographs for Bridge Inspections
In addition to data collection, inspections must include photographing the main elements and damages, starting with the most critical ones. It is recommended to take photographs in the same sequence as the condition inspections, beginning with gen...
Bridge Terminology
The intention of this Annex A is to introduce the taxonomy and terminology used in bridge management field. Force External Influence on an object that tends to produce a change in its shape or cause movement. Compression ...
Bridge Defects
Concrete Defects Concrete members can be used in three forms for bridge construction as stated below: Plain Concrete Reinforced Concrete (Cast in-situ and precast) Pre-Stressed Concrete (Post-Tensioned mainly) Safety Concerns – The major ...