Greenbook Standard Specfications for Public Works Construction
Author(s):
Public Works Standards (BNI)
Organization:
Public Works Standards (BNI)
Rating:
Limited Usefulness
Abstract:
Gives standard specifications for street work and accordingly is of interest primarily to specification writers. The specs do not follow the CSI format in common use by designers so it is unclear how often or by whom the book is used. It may be used by small city/town public works departments when they have not hired an engineer to prepare documents. There is a complete lack of any information about the Americans with Disabilities Act. Neither ADA nor ADAAG was listed in the institution abbreviations section, and nowhere in the balance of the book were there any references to accessibility criteria or guidelines. There are dozens of opportunities within the guide to integrate guidance on accessibility, a situation that could be corrected in future editions.
Number of Pages:
450
Illustrations?
Yes
Material Type:
Book
Key Document?
No
Categories:
Construction Documents, Construction
Keywords:
Public Works, Construction
Strengths:
Not really a Key Resource, but indicated as such because of its use by public works departments.
Weaknesses:
Does not acknowledge any aspects of the ADA or ADAAG. All criteria are prescriptive with no attempt to tell why.
Suggestions for Future Editions:
Future editions absolutely must be in collaboration with a sidewalk designer and access consultant.
Record Last Updated:
July 2006