Dispersive and sodic soils can be problematic for construction activities, and should be identified early so the management of the soils can be incorporated into project planning. It is now often a development condition that an approved dispersive soils management plan be established prior to commencement of operational works.
Read MoreIt has been a very exciting start to the year for us - we recently moved to a new office! This new location marks the start of yet another chapter in Topo’s history.
Read MoreDuring dry periods we can become complacent (both civil contractors and consultants). We understand that when it is dry, things get done and projects move forward rapidly, and sometimes your Erosion and Sediment controls become redundant or removed. The best advice we can provide is be prepared and have a wet weather strategy!
Read MoreNow complete, the bank restoration project in Weymouth, Tasmania has proven a great success, with safe access restored and no evidence of further erosion. In fact, sand deposition indicates that what was intended to be a short to medium term solution may provide an ongoing benefit to the area.
Read MoreEven though Ben Francis has been with Topo for about 6 months now, we would like to take this opportunity to officially introduce him. We caught up with Ben to find out a bit more about him.
Read MoreHappy New Year from the TOPO team! We are looking forward to seeing what 2019 has in store for us all. And secretly - we are off to an exciting start, so stay tuned!
Read MoreWhat a fantastic year! Thank you all our wonderful clients and friends for your support and for making 2018 as incredible as it was. We hope everyone has the merriest Christmas and a happy New Year!
Kyle, Terry, Steven, Tom & Ben
Read MoreIn this month's tech talk, we look at how to create a representative ‘dirty water’ sample when no dirty water is available.
Read MoreErosion and sediment control audits are often accompanied with photos to illustrate the current situation on the site. While we are not photographers, we’ve completed hundreds of audits over the years and based on our observations, we have compiled a list of useful tips for audit photography.
Read MoreAnd it’s a wrap! Topo’s training sessions are now completed for this year - we just finished our International Erosion Control Association (IECA) - Australasia approved 3-day ESC 3 - Advanced Training and 1-day Type A, B & D Sediment Basin Design Course in Brisbane. We would like to thank all of our trainees for another successful year. If you missed out, we will advertise the 2019 dates early next year, so stay tuned.
Read MoreDo you know your soils and how they impact your erosion and sediment control plans and management? If you want to know more, the International Erosion Control Association (IECA) - Australasia has a soils workshop on the 5th of December in Brisbane.
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