Practice Immediate Actions - 6.1 | 20. Acceptability Criteria in Concrete Mix Design | Civil Engineering Materials, Testing & Evaluation - Vol 2
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Question 1 Easy

What should be the first step after identifying a faulty concrete mix?

💡 Hint: Think about what could go wrong with mix ingredients.

Question 2 Easy

Why is it essential to halt the concrete pouring process when a problem is discovered?

💡 Hint: Consider the consequences of having faulty concrete set.

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Question 1

What is the first action to take when a concrete mix is suspected to be defective?

Stop concreting
Continue pouring
Ignore the problem

💡 Hint: Consider the safety of ongoing construction.

Question 2

True or False: Core testing is unnecessary if the concrete has set.

True
False

💡 Hint: Think about the condition of the concrete after it has cured.

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Challenge 1 Hard

You discover that the concrete mix used on-site has an excessive water content during a critical phase of construction. What steps do you take to rectify the situation and ensure safety?

💡 Hint: Think about what happens if the mix doesn't have the right consistency.

Challenge 2 Hard

A core test performed on a structurally significant column reveals a significant decrease in strength compared to the design specification. What implications does this have for your project, and what actions should you take?

💡 Hint: Consider the long-term effects of poor concrete strength on safety.

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