Quarries Regulations 1999: Regulation 32& 33 Geotechnical Appraisals and Assessments

KeyGS undertake in excess of 100 Appraisals and Assessments every year. These include a wide variety of sand & gravel, chalk, clay, coal and rock extraction sites within the UK and Ireland. Clients range from small independent operators to multi-national companies. KeyGS have been commended by the Health & Safety Executive for their practical approach and clarity of advice provided within their reports.

Simple quarry location plans, annotated photographs and clear tables summarising the hazards identified and recommendations arising from the assessment are all used in order to produce easily understood documents.

Competency Training

KeyGS can provide practical geotechnical training for quarry personnel involved in the inspection, operation and maintenance of quarry excavations, solid tips,lagoons and stockpiles. Specific training can be provided covering such aspects as the inspection of excavations and tips and carrying out basic appraisals.