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What document would you use to find the frequency of testing for concrete paving?
Guide Schedule
When pouring a drill shaft, can a steel casing be left in place?
No, unless plans require it
How many times do you have to input a concrete mix design into SiteManager?
1 per class, per source, per project minimum
True/False - General Notes, Summary Sheets, Plan and Profile, Culvert Layouts, Bridge Layouts, Drainage Standards, BCS and SETFW sheets contain drainage information?
True
Give one example of Erosion control?
Vegetation(grass), Soil Retention Blankets (SRB), Mulch/Erosion Control Compost
What is the standard time allowed after concrete paving is placed should you saw-cut the joints?
As soon as possible without damaging concrete
Do we have to contain the spoils while drilling a shaft?
Yes
How must curing compound be applied on fresh concrete?
Uniformly
What is the clear cover for rebar for a SET?
1.25” as per standard SETB-FW-S (MOD)
Give one example of Sediment control?
SCF, ECL, RFD, Sand Bags or Berm
What should you NOT see on concrete pavement after cure application?
No bare spots, concrete should be white (pink) with cure 100%
Can the concrete free fall while pouring the shaft?
Yes. See Article 416.3.6
How often do you check the temperature of loads for Mass placement and Bridge slabs?
Every truck
In regards to the flow of water, in what direction should Pipes/boxes be laid?
From downstream end to upstream end, Bell to Spigot connection
What is the purpose of SWP3?
To prevent degradation of receiving waters.
How many Strength & Fresh Tests are required for TXDOT to perform on concrete pavement production?
1 for every 10 that the contractor performs during production and the first few loads at the beginning of production
What safety precautions are required for an inspector to check steel in a cap?
Safety harness
What is a QM?
Quality Monitor / It applies to assure materials incorporated into a pay item have been tested and approved.
What is a Sofit?
A Sofit is where the water is coming into the inlet.
True/False - The SW3P Bulletin Board can be located off-site from a project.
False. It must be located on the project
What size is a #4 rebar in inches?
½”
All bars are measured by 8ths of an inch and this would be 4/8" or 1/2"
When driving piling, how much cushion block is needed for 55 foot piling?
6 inches
Is there a tolerance of increasing the slump of concrete above the Tables in the Spec book?
No unless approved in advance by the Engineer.
In your plans, what is the spacing for the pipe runners?
2.167’ Sheet 62 SETB-FW-S
True/False - A contractor does not need approval to make a temporary crossing across a creek.
False. The contractor must provide a plan for review and approval to install a temporary crossing for a creek.