LESSON 6
CONTROL EROSION
Critical Tasks: 01-1990-20-1002
OVERVIEW
LESSON DESCRIPTION:
This lesson describes the guidelines used to prevent erosion around military structures.
TERMINAL LEARNING OBJECTIVE:
ACTION:
Identify characteristics and causes of erosion, and describe methods of controlling
erosion.
CONDITION:
You are given this subcourse, a No 2 pencil, paper, and an ACCP examination response
sheet.
STANDARD:
Demonstrate competency of the task skills and knowledge by responding correctly to 70
percent of the examination questions.
REFERENCES:
The material contained in this lesson was derived from the following publications: None
INTRODUCTION
Part of controlling erosion is an essential part of construction. Good erosion control practices will ensure the
design life of the structure.
PART A - PROTECTION AGAINST SURFACE WATER EROSION
There are three commonly used methods to protect a construction area from surface erosion. They are-
Interceptor ditches
Terracing
Vegetal cover
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