The Field Description of Engineering Soils and Rocks (Geological Society of London Handbook Series)

Concise and easy-to-use, it is packed with useful tips for observing and testing soils and rocks in the field. Essential field techniques and associated equipment are described, focusing on safe and effective methods of working. Also included are useful tables, checklists, technical references and illustrations. The wealth of practical information contained in this handy resource is based upon the author's many years of actual field experience.