Prepared by the American Society of Civil Engineers Committee on Forensic Investigation of the Forensic Engineering Division, this technical report enumerates five steps in the investigation of building, bridge, or other constructed facility failures, with an emphasis on structural and geotechnical systems, building envelopes, and construction practices. It outlines the functions and responsibilities of the forensic engineer; investigation planning and coordination; data collection; the development of a testing protocol; data analysis and interpretation; and the purpose, use, content, organization, and preparation of forensic engineering reports. This edition has been revised and updated. Annotation ©2019 Ringgold, Inc., Portland, OR (protoview.com)
