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• <br /> Subsurface Conditions Can Change <br /> This geotechnical or geologic report is based on conditions that existed at the time the study <br /> was performed. Do not rely on the findings and conclusions of this report, whose adequacy <br /> may have been affected by: the passage of time; by man-made events, such as construction on <br /> or adjacent to the site; or by natural events, such as floods, earthquakes, or groundwater <br /> fluctuations. Always contact GeoTest before applying the report to determine if it is still relevant. <br /> A minor amount of additional testing or analysis will help determine if the report remains <br /> applicable. <br /> Most Geotechnical and Geologic Findings are Professional Opinions <br /> Our site exploration identifies subsurface conditions only at those points where subsurface tests <br /> are conducted or samples are taken. GeoTest's engineers and geologists review field and <br /> laboratory data and then apply their professional judgment to render an opinion about <br /> subsurface conditions throughout the site. Actual subsurface conditions may differ—sometimes <br /> significantly—from those indicated in your report. Retaining GeoTest who developed this report <br /> to provide construction observation is the most effective method of managing the risks <br /> associated with anticipated or unanticipated conditions. <br /> A Report's Recommendations are Not Final <br /> Do not over-rely on the construction recommendations included in this report. Those <br /> recommendations are not final, because geotechnical engineers or geologists develop them <br /> principally from judgment and opinion. GeoTest's geotechnical engineers or geologists can <br /> finalize their recommendations only by observing actual subsurface conditions revealed during <br /> construction. GeoTest cannot assume responsibility or liability for the report's <br /> recommendations if our firm does not perform the construction observation. <br /> A Geotechnical Engineering or Geologic Report may be Subject to Misinterpretation <br /> Misinterpretation of this report by other design team members can result in costly problems. <br /> Lower that risk by having GeoTest confer with appropriate members of the design team after <br /> submitting the report. Also, we suggest retaining GeoTest to review pertinent elements of the <br /> design teams plans and specifications. Contractors can also misinterpret a geotechnical <br /> engineering report. Reduce that risk by having GeoTest participate in pre-bid and <br /> preconstruction conferences, and by providing construction observation. <br /> Do not Redraw the Exploration Logs <br /> Our geotechnical engineers and geologists prepare final boring and testing logs based upon <br /> their interpretation of field logs and laboratory data. To prevent errors of omissions, the logs <br /> included in this report should never be redrawn for inclusion in architectural or other design <br /> drawings. Only photographic or electronic reproduction is acceptable; but recognizes that <br /> separating logs from the report can elevate risk. <br /> Give Contractors a Complete Report and Guidance <br /> Some owners and design professionals mistakenly believe they can make contractors liable for <br /> unanticipated subsurface conditions by limiting what they provide for bid preparation. To help <br /> prevent costly problems, give contractors the complete geotechnical engineering report, but <br /> preface it with a clearly written letter of transmittal. In that letter, consider advising the <br /> contractors that the report was not prepared for purposes of bid development and that the <br /> report's accuracy is limited; encourage them to confer with the GeoTest and/or to, conduct <br /> 'Information in this document is based upon material developed by ASFE,Professional Firms Practicing in the Geosciences(asfe.org) <br /> `� <br /> oe oTesT <br />