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CONTENTS
INTRODUCTION
PROPOSED DEVELOPMENT
EARTHWORKS
BACKGROUND INFORMATION
COMPACTION CRITERIA
8.1
Earthworks Monitoring
8.2
DISCUSSION
9.1
General
9.2
Site Classification
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ATTACHMENTS
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Appendices
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INTRODUCTION
This Earthwork Completion Report (ECR) presents the results of part time monitoring carried out by
Coffey Geotechnics Pty Ltd (Coffey) of the earthworks for Georgiou Group Pty Ltd (Georgiou) for Ellen
Stirling Parade located close to the town centre, Ellenbrook WA. Coffeys level of involvement is
equivalent to Level 2 Geotechnical Investigation Authority of AS3798-2007.
These services were provided and carried out in accordance with Coffeys proposal dated 7 November
2012 (Ref: GEOTPERT08050AZ-AC-P) and were commissioned by Sinisa Rakovic of Georgiou via a
completed and signed Consultancy Agreement form dated 31 October 2012.
It should be noted however, that the requirements of the proposal related specifically to Level 1
Inspection and Testing for the proposed Bunnings Store located on The Promenade and that
subsequently works for the nearby Urbano residential development and Ellen Stirling Parade were
included within this scope, though not the requirement for Level 1 Inspection and Testing.
This work was carried out to provide an independent review of the compaction of bulk earthworks
required to bring Ellen Stirling Parade and adjacent lots to design levels.
PROPOSED DEVELOPMENT
It is understood that the project involves bulk fill earthworks along the Ellen Stirling Parade alignment
and adjacent lots to achieve design levels. Ellen Stirling Parade is aligned roughly east to west and is
about 325m north of Urbano and being parallel to The Promenade, to the north, and The Parkway, to
the south. The extent of earthworks associated with Ellen Stirling Parade covered by this report is about
420m. This is from its junction with Civic Terrace to the east and Barque Avenue to the west.
EARTHWORKS
Georgiou has provided drawings to Coffey illustrating the pre-earthworks, and the proposed final
earthworks elevations for the proposed earthworks area. It is understood that bulk earthworks for the
site have been carried out by Georgiou and comprised topsoil stripping and compaction of fill materials.
Specifications and drawings for the development were prepared by Cossill & Webley, a copy of the
specification is included in Appendix A.
The topography of the site, prior to these bulk earthworks, comprised an area of relatively low lying
ground, representing the natural ground surface. Land to the boundaries of the site had previously been
raised by earlier earthworks resulting in a trench up to three metres deep (at the western extent) of the
earthworks site. At the eastern extent the alignment graded to the existing ground level and less than
0.5m of fill was required to achieve finished levels.
Bulk earthworks for this stage typically required the stripping of root mat areas and organic rich topsoils,
proof compaction of the stripped surface, placement and compaction of sand fill to design levels under
the specified method.
Sand fill was sourced from the adjacent Bunnings site to the north west of the site.
A letter from Georgiou confirming that earthworks at the site have been carried out in accordance with
Cossill & Webleys contract earthworks specifications is attached as Appendix B.
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BACKGROUND INFORMATION
Coffey has been involved with geotechnical investigation and earthworks monitoring during the ongoing
development of Ellenbrook since its inception in 2000.
Coffey has previously performed two site specific geotechnical investigations for the adjacent
Ellenbrook Town Centre Retail and Middle School sites in November 2002 and April 2005 respectively.
Prior to earthworks geotechnical investigation reports were prepared, dated 20 November 2002 (Ref:
P2572/16-AB) and 18 April 2005 (Ref: P2572.60-AA Rev 1). The conclusions and recommendations of
the reports have been reviewed during the preparation of this document.
Fieldwork during the investigation for the Ellenbrook Town Centre Retail site comprised 27 test pits, 27
Perth Sand Penetrometer (PSP) tests and 9 Electric Friction Cone Penetration (CPT) tests. The
investigations identified that these areas were underlain by Bassendean Dune Sand. The sand was
assessed as loose to medium dense within the top two metres of the natural ground surface.
CPTs were carried out at 6 locations to depth varying from 4.0m to 5.0m below the existing ground
surface of the Middle School site. The ground conditions encountered during the investigation
comprised medium dense to dense sand to a depth of 5.0m below the natural ground surface.
It should be noted that cohesive fill materials have previously been placed within the footprint of Ellen
Stirling Parade, as part of bulk earthworks for the adjacent Parkway road alignment in 2012. Details of
these works are presented in Coffeys earthworks completion report, dated 23 September 2012 (Ref:
GEOTPERT08050AY-AA) and letter, dated 13 June 2012 (Ref: GEOTPERT08050AY-AB), which
should be read in conjunction with this report.
Cossill & Webley Ellenbrook Town Centre Urbano, Earthworks Plan Areas 1 & 3 (ref:5683UR-100), dated 11.10.212;
COMPACTION CRITERIA
Coffey has been involved with the numerous stages of the Ellenbrook development and has provided
ongoing geotechnical monitoring and testing for many stages. Based on our experience with similar
granular materials in the area and the sand fill being sourced from the adjacent Bunnings site, a PSP
blow count of 6 per 300mm (test interval 150mm to 450mm) was adopted as the compaction
acceptance criteria. Considering depth effects, blow counts of 8 (450-750mm) and 10 (750-1050mm)
were calculated for the succeeding layers. More details of the sand fill and compaction criteria are
presented in our earthworks completion report for the Bunnings site, dated 8 January 2013 (Ref:
GEOTPERT08050AX-AE).
As stated in the earthworks specification, a density ratio of 95% Modified Maximum Dry Density
(MMDD) was required for the granular fill.
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Georgiou performed compaction testing on the compacted sand fill during fill placement using a Perth
Sand Penetrometer (PSP). The compaction testing was carried out between 24 November 2012 and 15
January 2013. The PSP test results are attached in Appendix C and indicate that the compaction
criteria has been achieved.
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8.1
Site visits were carried out by personnel from Coffey to observe topsoil stripping and bulk fill placement.
Site visits were undertaken to assess earthworks Coffey personnel made site visits to assess topsoil
stripping, subgrade suitability and bulk earthworks compaction for Ellen Stirling Parade between
November 2012 and February 2013.
8.2
The results of the PSP testing confirm that the sand fill has been compacted sufficiently to achieve the
requirements of the specification. Coffey PSP testing results are presented in Appendix D. Coffey PSP
test locations are presented on Figures 1 3.
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9.1
DISCUSSION
General
Observations made by Coffey during the site visits and subsequent PSP testing together with
information provided by Georgiou confirm the earthworks were generally undertaken in accordance with
the requirements of the specifications.
It should be noted that Coffey did not observe all site preparation or all earthworks for this project, and
were not present at all times during the course of the works. As a result, Coffey are only able to offer
comments that relate to the sites on the days and times of the site visits and that relate to the test data
for the specific sites. Coffey did not test with trench backfills or at the locations of sewer connection or
other buried services.
The horizontal and vertical limits of the earthworks were determined by others and hence Coffey cannot
provide any comment as to whether these aspects of the earthworks are compliant with the plans and
specifications.
9.2
Site Classification
The conditions encountered by Coffey and the information provided by Georgiou confirm the earthworks
have been completed in accordance with the requirements of the C&W specifications. As such, the fill is
considered to be engineered fill. A classification of A is judged to be appropriate for the site in
accordance with the requirements outlined in the Australian Standards for Residential Slabs and
Footings (AS2870-2011).
Surface conditions may change over time, due (for instance) to surface disturbance by vehicles or
excavations for buried service connections. Furthermore, it is also part of the responsibility of the
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Builder to ensure that footing designs and construction are compliant with the building foundation
design for the lot in accordance with the Lot classification referenced to AS 2870-2011 and to carry out
their own compaction checks on a lot by lot basis and compact any localised loose soil zones identified.
The owner of the property has a requirement to maintain the property and foundations in accordance
with AS 2870-2011, including but not limited to, maintaining adequate drainage away from the house
foundations. Purchasers should be provided with a copy of the CSIRO Information Sheet BTF 18
(Foundation Maintenance and Footing Performance: A Homeowner's Guide) available for download at
http://www.publish.csiro.au/pid/7076.htm
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Responsibility
Reporting relies on interpretation of factual information
based on judgement and opinion and has a level of
uncertainty attached to it, which is far less exact than
the design disciplines. This has often resulted in claims
being lodged against consultants, which are unfounded.
To help prevent this problem, a number of clauses
have been developed for use in contracts, reports and
other documents. Responsibility clauses do not transfer
appropriate liabilities from Coffey to other parties but
are included to identify where Coffey's responsibilities
begin and end. Their use is intended to help all parties
involved to recognise their individual responsibilities.
Read all documents from Coffey closely and do not
hesitate to ask any questions you may have.
Figures
PSP1
PSP2
PSP5
PSP4
PSP3
PSP8
PSP6
PSP7
PSP14
PSP13
PSP12
PSP9
PSP10
drawn
LB
LEGEND
PSP11
PSP15
PSP16
client:
project:
approved
20
40
60
80m
date
20/03/2013
scale
1:2000
original size
REF: 5683-UR-101
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A4
title:
project no:
fig no:
FIGURE 1
rev:
PSP2
PSP3
PSP4
PSP12 PSP14
PSP5
PSP1
PSP17
PSP13
PSP11
PSP16
PSP15
PSP6
PSP10
PSP7
PSP8
drawn
LB
LEGEND
PSP9
client:
project:
approved
PSP LOCATION
EARTHWORKS BOUNDARY
0
20
40
60
80m
date
20/03/2013
scale
1:2000
original size
REF: 5683-UR-101
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title:
project no:
fig no:
FIGURE 2
rev:
PSP1
PSP9
PSP8
PSP2
PSP3
PSP5
PSP7
PSP4
PSP22
PSP23
PSP11
PSP10
PSP13
PSP12
PSP6
PSP21
PSP16
PSP14
PSP15
PSP19
PSP17
PSP18
PSP20
drawn
LB
LEGEND
client:
project:
approved
PSP LOCATION
EARTHWORKS BOUNDARY
0
20
40
60
80m
date
20/03/2013
scale
1:2000
original size
REF: 5683-UR-101
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title:
project no:
fig no:
FIGURE 3
rev:
Appendix A
Cossill & Webley Earthworks Specification
Appendix B
Georgiou Group Pty Ltd Earthworks Confirmation Letter
Appendix C
Georgiou Group Pty Ltd Site Compaction Records
Appendix D
Coffey PSP Field Test Results
AS1289.6.3.3 - 1997
SCALA PENETROMETER TEST
AS1289.6.3.2 - 1997
Client: Georgiou Group Pty Ltd
Principal:
Project: Ellenbrook Town Centre - Ellen Stirling Parade
Location: Ellenbrook, WA
Soil type: Sand
Soil moisture:
Depth to water:
Test Location*
1
2
Test Depth mm
0-150
150-300
300-450
450-600
600-750
750-900
900-1050
1050-1200
1200-1350
1350-1500
1500-1650
1650-1800
1800-1950
1950-2100
2100-2250
2250-2400
2400-2550
2550-2700
2700-2850
2850-3000
3000-3150
3150-3300
3300-3450
Set
2
4
8
12
14
12
Set
2
6
11
19
20+
Blows/150mm
Set
Set
3
3
8
6
13
13
19
20
20+
20+
Note:
Testing was continuous without augering to target depth except where shown.
*Test location as marked on Figure.
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Set
3
6
11
18
20+
Set
2
4
10
16
20+
AS1289.6.3.3 - 1997
SCALA PENETROMETER TEST
AS1289.6.3.2 - 1997
Client: Georgiou Group Pty Ltd
Principal:
Project: Ellenbrook Town Centre - Ellen Stirling Parade
Location: Ellenbrook, WA
Soil type: Sand
Soil moisture:
Depth to water:
Test Location*
7
8
Test Depth mm
0-150
150-300
300-450
450-600
600-750
750-900
900-1050
1050-1200
1200-1350
1350-1500
1500-1650
1650-1800
1800-1950
1950-2100
2100-2250
2250-2400
2400-2550
2550-2700
2700-2850
2850-3000
3000-3150
3150-3300
3300-3450
Set
3
4
9
13
17
19
Set
3
5
10
14
15
17
10
11
12
Blows/150mm
Set
Set
4
3
7
7
12
13
17
15
20+
20+
Set
3
7
12
20+
Set
3
6
9
15
18
20
Note:
Testing was continuous without augering to target depth except where shown.
*Test location as marked on Figure.
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AS1289.6.3.3 - 1997
SCALA PENETROMETER TEST
AS1289.6.3.2 - 1997
Client: Georgiou Group Pty Ltd
Principal:
Project: Ellenbrook Town Centre - Ellen Stirling Parade
Location: Ellenbrook, WA
Soil type: Sand
Soil moisture:
Depth to water:
Test Location*
13
14
Test Depth mm
0-150
150-300
300-450
450-600
600-750
750-900
900-1050
1050-1200
1200-1350
1350-1500
1500-1650
1650-1800
1800-1950
1950-2100
2100-2250
2250-2400
2400-2550
2550-2700
2700-2850
2850-3000
3000-3150
3150-3300
3300-3450
Set
3
7
9
14
18
19
Set
4
8
12
18
20+
15
16
Blows/150mm
Set
Set
3
3
5
8
9
13
12
20
14
20+
15
Note:
Testing was continuous without augering to target depth except where shown.
*Test location as marked on Figure.
P97-001
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Test Location*
Test Location*
Date: 16/01/2013
Tested by: TC
Hammer mass: 9kg
Hammer drop: 600mm
Penetrometer used: Coffey 1
SET
3
4
7
11
15
19
SET
4
7
11
17
20+
SET
2
5
10
18
20+
SET
2
6
9
16
20+
Blows/150mm
SET
SET
4
3
7
8
11
14
18
20+
20+
10
Blows/150mm
SET
SET
3
2
7
5
12
10
19
14
20+
20+
SET
7
12
16
20+
SET
4
11
17
20
20+
11
12
SET
2
6
10
15
20+
SET
3
5
10
16
20+
Testing was continuous without augering to target depth except where shown.
RW = Retaining wall, E = East, N = North, S= South, W = West, R = Refusal,
HB = Hammer bouncing
*Test location as marked on Figure.
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Test Location*
Test Location*
13
Date: 16/01/2013
Tested by: TC
Hammer mass: 9kg
Hammer drop: 600mm
Penetrometer used: Coffey 1
14
SET
2
4
6
12
20
SET
3
6
11
18
20+
19
20
SET
3
5
7
7
8
9
SET
2
4
8
13
17
20+
15
16
Blows/150mm
SET
SET
3
3
6
5
10
9
19
17
20+
20
21
22
Blows/150mm
SET
SET
2
3
5
7
10
11
16
18
19
20+
20
17
18
SET
4
7
11
16
20+
SET
2
5
6
9
9
9
23
24
SET
3
7
11
20
20+
SET
4
9
14
18
20
Testing was continuous without augering to target depth except where shown.
RW = Retaining wall, E = East, N = North, S= South, W = West, R = Refusal,
HB = Hammer bouncing
*Test location as marked on Figure.
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Test Location*
25
SET
4
7
11
16
19
20+
26
SET
3
7
9
10
10
10
Blows/150mm
SET
SET
SET
SET
Testing was continuous without augering to target depth except where shown.
RW = Retaining wall, E = East, N = North, S= South, W = West, R = Refusal,
HB = Hammer bouncing
*Test location as marked on Figure.
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AS1289.6.3.3 - 1997
SCALA PENETROMETER TEST
AS1289.6.3.2 - 1997
Client: Georgiou Group Pty Ltd
Principal:
Project: Ellenbrook Town Centre - Ellen Stirling Parade
Location: Ellenbrook, WA
Soil type: Sand
Soil moisture:
Depth to water:
Test Location*
1
2
Test Depth mm
0-150
150-300
300-450
450-600
600-750
750-900
900-1050
1050-1200
1200-1350
1350-1500
1500-1650
1650-1800
1800-1950
1950-2100
2100-2250
2250-2400
2400-2550
2550-2700
2700-2850
2850-3000
3000-3150
3150-3300
3300-3450
Set
3
8
12
16
20+
Set
3
6
8
13
19
20+
Blows/150mm
Set
Set
4
3
9
5
16
10
20+
17
20+
Note:
Testing was continuous without augering to target depth except where shown.
*Test location as marked on Figure.
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Set
2
6
9
14
20
20+
Set
2
4
8
11
18
20
AS1289.6.3.3 - 1997
SCALA PENETROMETER TEST
AS1289.6.3.2 - 1997
Client: Georgiou Group Pty Ltd
Principal:
Project: Ellenbrook Town Centre - Ellen Stirling Parade
Location: Ellenbrook, WA
Soil type: Sand
Soil moisture:
Depth to water:
Test Location*
7
8
Test Depth mm
0-150
150-300
300-450
450-600
600-750
750-900
900-1050
1050-1200
1200-1350
1350-1500
1500-1650
1650-1800
1800-1950
1950-2100
2100-2250
2250-2400
2400-2550
2550-2700
2700-2850
2850-3000
3000-3150
3150-3300
3300-3450
Set
3
6
11
20+
Set
2
4
6
11
20
20+
10
11
12
Blows/150mm
Set
Set
3
3
5
5
8
9
10
16
17
20+
19
Set
2
5
7
10
15
18
Set
2
4
6
8
13
15
Note:
Testing was continuous without augering to target depth except where shown.
*Test location as marked on Figure.
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AS1289.6.3.3 - 1997
SCALA PENETROMETER TEST
AS1289.6.3.2 - 1997
Client: Georgiou Group Pty Ltd
Principal:
Project: Ellenbrook Town Centre - Ellen Stirling Parade
Location: Ellenbrook, WA
Soil type: Sand
Soil moisture:
Depth to water:
Test Location*
13
14
Test Depth mm
0-150
150-300
300-450
450-600
600-750
750-900
900-1050
1050-1200
1200-1350
1350-1500
1500-1650
1650-1800
1800-1950
1950-2100
2100-2250
2250-2400
2400-2550
2550-2700
2700-2850
2850-3000
3000-3150
3150-3300
3300-3450
Set
3
6
10
17
19
20+
Set
2
4
6
8
10
13
15
16
17
18
Blows/150mm
Set
Set
4
2
8
6
15
13
19
18
20+
20+
Set
3
7
14
17
20+
Set
4
7
8
12
18
20
Note:
Testing was continuous without augering to target depth except where shown.
*Test location as marked on Figure.
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AS1289.6.3.3 - 1997
SCALA PENETROMETER TEST
AS1289.6.3.2 - 1997
Client: Georgiou Group Pty Ltd
Principal:
Project: Ellenbrook Town Centre - Ellen Stirling Parade
Location: Ellenbrook, WA
Soil type: Sand
Soil moisture:
Depth to water:
Test Location*
19
20
Test Depth mm
0-150
150-300
300-450
450-600
600-750
750-900
900-1050
1050-1200
1200-1350
1350-1500
1500-1650
1650-1800
1800-1950
1950-2100
2100-2250
2250-2400
2400-2550
2550-2700
2700-2850
2850-3000
3000-3150
3150-3300
3300-3450
Set
4
9
13
16
20+
Set
5
10
17
20
20+
21
22
23
Blows/150mm
Set
Set
4
2
7
6
12
10
17
18
17
20+
20
Set
4
7
11
14
20
20+
Note:
Testing was continuous without augering to target depth except where shown.
*Test location as marked on Figure.
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Appendix E
Laboratory Test Results