The Forensic Investigation of Failed Swimming Pool Tile can tell an Expert Witness if the correct procedures were followed during the installation, if the improper setting materials were used or if the tile itself is faulty.
Forensic Investigation
What does "forensic investigation" actually mean? What does it entail?
A forensic investigation is the systematic analysis of the failed materials.
What is the Process?
The investigation begins by analyzing the installation methods utilized. Compliance with the industry standards in verified.
If proper installation practices were followed, then the installation materials are investigated. This includes anything between the tiles and the supporting structure.
If the correct materials were properly installed, then the underlying structure is evaluated for rigidity and structural soundness.
If the proper procedures were followed, correct setting materials installed and the structure is sound, then the focus becomes the tiles themselves.
Each portion of the process has different applicable standards to which adherence needs to be verified. Somewhere during the evaluation, a deviation from the acceptable processes or standards is usually identified.
If a single deviation is identified, then it will be the "cause" of the failure. However, if multiple deviations are identified, then laboratory testing will need to be performed. The testing may ascertain a primary contributing cause of the failure or if the deviations combined caused the failure.
Paolo Benedetti - Aquatic Artist, Consultant & Construction Defect Expert Witness
"Creating water as art."™
Aquatic Technology Pool and Spa
©www.aquatictechnology.com
Forensic Investigation
What does "forensic investigation" actually mean? What does it entail?
A forensic investigation is the systematic analysis of the failed materials.
What is the Process?
The investigation begins by analyzing the installation methods utilized. Compliance with the industry standards in verified.
If proper installation practices were followed, then the installation materials are investigated. This includes anything between the tiles and the supporting structure.
If the correct materials were properly installed, then the underlying structure is evaluated for rigidity and structural soundness.
If the proper procedures were followed, correct setting materials installed and the structure is sound, then the focus becomes the tiles themselves.
Each portion of the process has different applicable standards to which adherence needs to be verified. Somewhere during the evaluation, a deviation from the acceptable processes or standards is usually identified.
If a single deviation is identified, then it will be the "cause" of the failure. However, if multiple deviations are identified, then laboratory testing will need to be performed. The testing may ascertain a primary contributing cause of the failure or if the deviations combined caused the failure.
Paolo Benedetti - Aquatic Artist, Consultant & Construction Defect Expert Witness
"Creating water as art."™
Aquatic Technology Pool and Spa
©www.aquatictechnology.com
