CM_CGP_S.3 Erosion & Sediment Control
GSAS-CM CGP Training
Keyword(s)
degradation of soil quality, erosion control, vegetation/revegetation, sediment barrier, silt fence
Publisher
Gulf Organisation for Research & Development
Description
The most environmentally dangerous period of any development with respect to soil erosion and off-site sedimentation is the initial construction phase when land is cleared of vegetation and the topography is graded to create the necessary surface for construction. The removal of natural vegetation and topsoil makes the exposed area susceptible to erosion, leading to the degradation of soil quality and the structure and texture of the soil.
Objective
To minimize the risk of soil erosion and sedimentation due to construction activities.