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CHAPTER 9
Planning and Safety
Considerations for
Trenchless Installation
Methods*
9.1 Introduction
Every trenchless project is a unique undertaking. Although similar
work may have been performed previously, no two projects, no
matter how close they might be, will have identical job conditions.
Planning is undertaken to understand potential project problems and
to develop courses of actions. The goal of planning is to minimize
resource expenditures and to successfully complete the project in a
safe and productive manner. Planning is necessary in order to
1. Understand project objectives and requirements
2. Define work elements
3. Develop safe construction methods and avoid hazards
4. Improve efficiency
5. Coordinate and integrate activities
6. Develop accurate schedules
7. Respond to future changes
8. Provide a baseline for monitoring and controlling execution
of project activities
∗This chapter is not intended to substitute proper safety guidelines and training
programs, as provided by OSHA, other regulatory agencies, the industry, or
equipment manufacturers.
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