ASTM D6914/D6914M
Standard Practice for Sonic Drilling for Site Characterization and the Installation of Subsurface Monitoring Devices
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ASTM D6914/D6914M is the ASTM standard for sonic drilling for site characterization and the installation of subsurface monitoring devices. It provides a technical framework for using sonic drilling methods in subsurface work where careful formation access and device placement are important. By defining a consistent practice, this standard helps users support better field planning, more reliable installation work, and clearer communication between project teams, contractors, and owners.
Purpose of ASTM D6914/D6914M
The purpose of ASTM D6914/D6914M is to describe a recognized practice for sonic drilling in site characterization activities and for installing subsurface monitoring devices. The standard is intended to support consistent field methods when investigating below-ground conditions and placing monitoring equipment. As a technical reference, ASTM D6914/D6914M helps align drilling and installation work with a common ASTM standard, which can be useful for project specifications, field procedures, and quality-focused documentation.
Common use cases of ASTM D6914/D6914M
This standard is commonly used on projects that involve sonic drilling for subsurface investigation or the installation of monitoring devices beneath the ground surface. It is relevant when drilling access is needed for characterization work and when subsurface monitoring devices must be installed in a controlled and repeatable way. ASTM D6914/D6914M is often used in planning, contractor scope definition, and field execution where reliable installation practices and documented procedures are important.
Why ASTM D6914/D6914M matters
ASTM D6914/D6914M matters because it supports consistency in drilling and installation practices that can affect data quality and project reliability. For owners, consultants, and contractors, a recognized ASTM standard can help reduce ambiguity in procurement, performance expectations, and field acceptance criteria. It also supports better quality control by giving teams a common reference for sonic drilling work tied to site characterization and subsurface monitoring applications.
- Sonic drilling practice
- Site characterization work
- Subsurface monitoring device installation
- Field procedure consistency
- Quality and compliance reference
- Publication Date: 2024-04-04
- Publisher: ASTM
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