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ICC Soils: Soils Special Inspector

A credential for field inspection of earthwork, fill placement, compaction activities, foundations, and related geotechnical requirements.

Credential brief

What this credential covers

A credential for field inspection of earthwork, fill placement, compaction activities, foundations, and related geotechnical requirements. It is designed for construction-materials technicians and inspectors working with earthwork and foundation observations.

  • site preparation and fill
  • moisture-density relationships
  • compaction testing and reports
  • foundation-bearing conditions

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Official ICC source

EDITORIAL REVIEW: AUGUST 2026

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