Concrete
This is the primary ingredient mixed with water, sand, and aggregate to create strong building material.
Portland Cement
A curved tool used to create rounded edges on concrete.
Edger
These protective devices shield eyes from flying debris and chemical splashes
Safety Glasses
Heavy striking tool used to break up concrete and other materials.
Sledgehammer
The most common type of building block used in masonry construction.
Brick
The process of pouring and smoothing concrete to create a flat surface
Screeding
Hand tool used to smooth wet concrete surfaces
Magnesium Concrete Float
Type of footwear worn in the construction field.
Work Boots
Tool used to ensure right angles, measuring, and straight lines
Speed Square
A power tool with a reciprocating blade that can cut a variety of shapes and materials
Jigsaw
The chemical reaction that causes concrete to harden and gain strength.
Hydration
A tool with a long handle used to spread concrete evenly
concrete come along rake
This type of protective headwear prevents injury from falling objects
Hard Hat
Tool used to cut wood
Handsaw
This handheld power tool is used for creating holes and can have interchangeable driving bits.
Cordless Drill
A building material used to reinforce concrete and aid tensile strength
Rebar
A hand tool used to make control joints
Groover
These protective devices shield eyes and faces from flying debris and dust
Face Shield
Tool used to remove nails
Cat Paw or Nail Puller
Name three common tools used in masonry work.
trowel, level, hammer, chisel, mortar pan/trough
The process of hardening concrete
Curing
Tool used after floating the concrete
Finishing Trowel
PPE used to protect against dust and other airborne particulate matter
Respirator
A tool with a long straight edge used to check surfaces vertically and horizontally.
Level
The process of joining stone, brick, or concrete blocks together using mortar.
Masonry