Oversite

{
  "id": "MLC-T-IND-004092",
  "term": "Oversite",
  "field": "Industrial and trades",
  "definition": "A layer of material, such as hardcore or gravel, spread and compacted over the ground within the footprint of a building before the ground floor slab is cast. This layer provides a level base, distributes loads, and acts as a capillary break to prevent moisture from rising from the ground into the structure. The oversite concrete is the slab of concrete poured directly on top of this prepared sub-base.",
  "subject": "Construction",
  "translations": {
    "de": "Gründungsbetonschicht",
    "es": "capa de hormigón",
    "fr": "dalle de propreté"
  },
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/industrial/oversite/"
}