Practice Quality Control and Workability Monitoring at Site - 7.8 | 7. Fresh Concrete – Properties and Workability Tests (IS Standards) | Civil Engineering Materials, Testing & Evaluation - Vol 1
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Quality Control and Workability Monitoring at Site

7.8 - Quality Control and Workability Monitoring at Site

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Question 1 Easy

What is the recommended frequency of slump tests for less than 5 m³ of concrete?

💡 Hint: Consider small batches primarily.

Question 2 Easy

Why is it important to record slump values?

💡 Hint: Think about monitoring consistency.

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Question 1

How often should a slump test be conducted for more than 15 m³ of concrete?

1 test per batch
1 test every 2 batches
1 test every 3-4 batches

💡 Hint: Consider larger volumes and their testing needs.

Question 2

True or False: Higher workability always leads to stronger concrete.

True
False

💡 Hint: Think about the water-cement ratio relationship.

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Challenge 1 Hard

Evaluate how increasing ambient temperature could impact the slump test results and the required adjustments to maintain quality.

💡 Hint: Consider the interplay between temperature and hydration processes.

Challenge 2 Hard

Design a quality control plan that addresses the potential for workability issues in a major construction project facing hot weather conditions.

💡 Hint: Think about inclusive strategies in challenging environments.

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