Section 4.3.2

Reinforcement

Reinforcement for strip and trench foundations shall ensure the safe transfer of loads and be suitable for localised ground conditions.

  • Reinforcement must be provided to overcome localised conditions such as hard spots and soft spots.

  • The reinforcement must be appropriately sized, clean and free fromexcessive rust.

  • Supports provided no more than 1m centres and allowing for 75mm coverage from the bottom of the trench and from the trench wall.

  • The reinforcement must be lapped at 40 x the diameter of the bar and tied together unless stated otherwise by an engineer.