Netw310 W4 Lab Report

Jimmy Gerwinsky

NETW310

January 28, 2013

Lab #4, Installation in the Outside Plant

Lab Report

1. May we dig a trench across the city street shown in this lab?

Yes we may dig a trench across the city street shown in this lab.

2. Who issues the permit for this work?

The permit for this work is issued by the Department of Engineering Services.

3. Must we submit construction plans to the city?

Yes, the applicant shall submit two sets of plans with the application to the Department of Engineering Services. In addition, depending on the type of work, a storm water pollution prevention plan, traffic control plan, and trench safety plan may also be required.

4. Once the permit is issued, how long must we wait before commencing work?

Once a construction permit is issued, permittee shall give the Department of Engineering Services a minimum of 48 hours prior to commencing work.

5. How deep must the cable be buried?

The cable must be buried to a minimum depth of 42 inches under top of pavement for the fully improved ultimate roadway width. The measurement shall be made from the existing or proposed top of pavement, whichever is lower.

6. What are the exact detailed compaction requirements as listed in the manual provided by the city for restoration of any surface that is trenched?

All backfill material shall be compacted in lifts of loose depth not exceeding 8 inches and compacted to at least 95% of Standard Proctor Density at optimum moisture content, +/- two percentage points, as determined by ASTM D698 or provide the City with suitable advanced technology compaction testing methods, as approved by the Director.

7. Is the company we hire to do the work required to be registered in any way?

Yes, prior to obtaining a permit to perform construction within the public right-of-way, a public service provider must first register with the Department of Engineering Services of the City of Burleson in accordance with Section 15-23 of...