At AKN Engineering Health & Safety is at the core of everything we do. We have partnered with Hogan Health & Safety Services a leading Health & Safety consultancy, to ensure the highest standards of safety in our operations. Our main dedicated health and safety advisor is an esteemed member of the Institution of Occupational Safety and Health (IOSH) and the International Institute of Risk and Safety Management (IIRSM), bringing a wealth of expertise and knowledge to our team.
We are proud holders of the SMAS Worksafe SSIP Member Scheme certificate, which demonstrates our commitment to maintaining a safe and healthy work environment. This certification reflects our dedication to upholding stringent health and safety protocols, ensuring the well-being of our employees, clients, and all project stakeholders.
We are also an Accredited Achilles Building Confidence Scheme Member. As an accredited member of the Achilles Building Confidence Scheme, we adhere to the highest standards of quality and safety in the industry. You can trust AKN Engineering to prioritise health and safety throughout every project we undertake. We continuously strive to exceed industry standards and provide peace of mind, knowing that your project is in the hands of professionals who place your safety above all else.
Site engineering services play a critical role in the construction process, providing expertise and support to ensure the successful execution of a project. These services encompass a wide range of activities, including site investigation, surveying, and topographical mapping. Site engineers work closely with the design team and construction crew to establish the necessary groundwork, determine the optimal layout, and oversee the implementation of plans on-site.
Setting out is a vital process in construction that involves marking the precise locations and dimensions of structures, roads, or other elements on a construction site. It ensures that the project is executed accurately and in accordance with the design plans. Surveyors and engineers use various tools and techniques to establish reference points, levels, and alignments, allowing construction teams to follow precise measurements and positioning during the building phase.
Machine control for earth moving involves the creation of precise digital models and plans, which are then translated into real-time instructions for construction equipment. Through the integration of advanced technologies such as GPS, sensors, and software interfaces, these machines are guided to execute excavation and grading tasks with exceptional accuracy and efficiency, resulting in reduced material waste, optimised project timelines, and enhanced overall productivity in earth-moving operations.
Topographical surveys are detailed assessments of the natural and man-made features on a specific piece of land. These surveys provide crucial information about the elevation, contours, and physical characteristics of the site, including buildings, trees, bodies of water, and other relevant elements. By conducting topographical surveys, engineers and planners can gain a comprehensive understanding of the terrain, which is essential for making informed decisions during the design and construction phases of a project.
As-built surveys are conducted typically at the completion of a construction project to document the actual constructed conditions of the site and its improvements. These surveys serve as a comparison to the original design plans and specifications provided by the engineer during the planning phase. By conducting as-built surveys, engineers can ensure that the constructed elements align with the approved design and meet all required standards and regulations.
The main goal of volume calculation is to find out a volume of material that was mined or heaped up in predefined area and to verify if the volume corresponds to the expected value stated in project documentation. The volume is determined by a difference of topographies from two survey phases or by a difference between the survey and the project documentation.
Simon Downing - Contracts Manager - Associated Asphalt
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