3.5.5 - Plate Compactors and Rammers
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Practice Questions
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What is the primary function of a plate compactor?
💡 Hint: Think about areas where larger machines can't operate.
Name one area where a rammer would be used.
💡 Hint: Consider where soil stability is critical.
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What is a primary use of plate compactors?
💡 Hint: Think of a place where space is limited.
True or False: Rammers can be used effectively in all soil types.
💡 Hint: Consider the types of soil commonly encountered.
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If a construction site requires compacting a light gravel base in a confined area, which equipment would be most effective and why?
💡 Hint: Consider the characteristics of the materials and the space available.
Evaluate a job site where a rammer is used for backfilling a trench. Identify potential safety hazards and solutions.
💡 Hint: Reflect on common risks when operating machinery.
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