BS 8006-1:2010+A1:2016 PDF Download

BS 8006-1:2010+A1:2016 is a code of practice that provides guidance and recommendations for the construction of strengthened/reinforced soils and other fills. The standard is applicable to a wide range of construction professionals involved in the design, construction, and maintenance of walls, slopes, foundations, and other reinforced structures.

Reinforced soil techniques offer significant benefits, including the reduction of land take during infrastructure development and the enhancement of existing earthworks without encroaching on surrounding land. Without the use of reinforced soil, alternative construction methods would have a greater impact on the environment and may not be as sustainable.

The standard covers the application of reinforcement techniques to soils and other fills, both as fill or in situ. It provides guidelines in terms of partial material factors and load factors for various applications and design lives. The 2016 version of the standard includes updates such as revised loading tables with reference to Eurocode loadings, clarification of ambiguous references within slip circle analyses, and an updated specification for Blockwall.

BS 8006-1 is not only used in the UK but also internationally, as there is no corresponding EN or ISO standard in this field. The standard is beneficial for civil engineers, consulting engineers, designers, suppliers, manufacturers, and contractors involved in the construction industry. It ensures consistency and safety in the design and construction of reinforced earthworks and supports sustainable construction practices.