Providing clarity on geotechnical soil tests
What’s happened and why?
Until now, geotechnical soil laboratory tests and classifications were covered in six separate British Standards, and some of their content overlapped with that in an international standards series on geotechnical investigation and testing (BS EN ISO 17892-1 to 12). We’ve now updated and consolidated the BS content into one document that complements the international standards, making it clear for users which tests should be carried out.
What does BS 1377-2:2022 cover?
It details the geotechnical laboratory soils test methods that were in BS 1377:1990 that are not in BS EN ISO 17892-1 to 12. It also includes reference and comment on the tests in BS EN ISO 17892-1 to 12 to clarify their use in the UK.
Why use BS 1377-2:2022?
The standard aims to make life easier for users who’ll no longer have to work with six separate documents. In addition:
- It supplies the latest thinking on test methods, including the latest language and references
- It should eliminate any confusion over which tests should be carried out between BS 1377 and BS EN ISO 17892
- It can help ensure common test methods are used and understood by the UK industry
- It can help users develop their expertise in geotechnical soil test methods
The standard’s use also supports UN Sustainable Development Goal 9 on industry, innovation and infrastructure and Goal 12 on responsible consumption and production.
