Title Page
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Conducted on
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Prepared by
Face Location
Face Location
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Has there been any deviation from the design and excavation?
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Any changes in general appearance or shape since the last inspection?
Crests (Top of face)
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Is there inadequate stand-off to the site boundary or haul road/infrastructure?
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Is there any cracking along the top of the face?
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If cracks are present is any water entering them?
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Is there any lowering or settlement of the ground behind the crest of the face?
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Is there any ponding of water behind the crest?
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Has there been any surcharging of material behind the crest?
Face
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Is the face being excavated steeper than the max specified?
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Is there any evidence of bulging or cracking on the faces?
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Has there been any rockfall from the faces?
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Are there any loose blocks, rock masses or overhangs on the face?
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Is there any water issuing from the face?
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Is there any displacement across discontinuities in the rock eg. along joints, bedding planes etc?
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Have any unexpected geological conditions appeared in the face since the last inspection?
Toe of face
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Can any movement of the foundation adjacent to the toe of the tip be seen?
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Is there any standing water at the toe of the face?
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Has there been any excavation at or near the toe of the face which is not in accordance with the design?
Other
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Did you note any other points of interest or concern?