5.2 Jacking Procedure
Eliminates the heavy sound of impact hammering, allowing sites to secure permits near residential zones, schools, and hospitals.
Unlike impact hammers, jacked piles allow . GEOSS defines three control modes:
Good practice involves more than just machine selection. It includes planning piling sequences to avoid peak hours and communicating schedules to nearby stakeholders. As the density of Singapore's built environment increases, this social aspect of good practice has become paramount.
The proximity of jacked piling to existing infrastructure requires comprehensive risk management protocols.
The piling plan submitted for approval must include all information required by BCA, including the piling sequence, jacking force limits, and termination criteria. A detailed method statement should also outline the step-by-step procedure, equipment to be used, and safety measures.