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Score: ______/ 10
True Light Girls’ College Name: __________________
S2 Geography (2022-2023) Class: _______ ( )
An investigation on the safety of slopes

A. Location of the slope

The slope is located at _______________ Street / Road in __So Uk Estate__. (name of the district)
Photo of the slope
1. Circle and label the engineering measure(s) adopted on the photo.

2. Which government department is responsible for the maintenance of the slope shown? (Check from the slope
registration number plate) __Architectural Services Department______________________________________

B. Assessment on the safety of the slope

1. Is the slope steep? □No □ Yes
2. a. What are the human activities found on/ around the slope?
□ There are roads / buildings/ construction work/ others:________________________________
_______________________________________________________________________________
3. Will the slope pose danger to
i. the public? □No □ Yes
ii. the surrounding human activities? □No □ Yes
4. In general, is the slope pose danger to the surrounding area?

□ Yes. It is a dangerous slope.
Explain why the engineering work is not well-
maintained to protect the slope? Given
evidence to support your answer.
□ There are cracks on the concrete surface.
□ The surface drainage channels are blocked.
□ The retaining wall is tilted/ cracked.
□ Others:_______________________________
_______________________________________
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□ No. It is a safe slope.
Explain how the engineering measures shown in
the photo help protect the slope. Give evidence to
support your answer.
1. There are weepholes help release ground__
water pressure. _______________________
2. Plant grass on the slope to provide surface__
protection. ___________________________
3. Cover slope with shotcrete to prevent water
from seeping into the slope. _____________