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100

An inappropriate way to respond to someone on a jobsite.

What is being reactive? (getting defensive, blaming others, using profanity are all examples of inappropriate ways to respond to a worker or contractor on a jobsite). We want to be proactive and professional.

100

A #7 bar indicates this bar diameter in fractions of an inch.

What is 7/8"?

100

Before sampling concrete, verify the correct ___________ has been delivered to the jobsite before beginning tests for slump, air and temperature.

What is mix design?

100

These construction documents, usually marked with the letter "C", consist of drawings that pertain to non-structural components of a building, often related to the site, including sidewalks, roadways, utilities, and grading.

What are Civil Plans?

100

Wear these type of gloves specific to the task of concrete testing along with hardened toe boots, hi-vis vest, hard hat and safety glasses.

What are cut level A3, ANSI level 1 impact & chemical resistant gloves? 

100

When performing this concrete test, record the test result to the nearest 1/4".

What is slump?

200

You can call one of these Terracon professionals when you have questions about safety.

Who is the project manager, your supervisor or local safety coordinator? 

200

This concrete element transfers the load of a column or beam onto the soil. 

What is a footing?

200

This is the amount of time to not exceed when transporting cylinders from the jobsite to the lab per ASTM C31.

What is 4 hours?

200

This refers to a section drawing, which is a vertical slice or cross section through a structural element that provides details on the structural members.

What is a "cut"?

200

Getting 7-9 hours of sleep, staying hydrated, reducing stress, taking frequent breaks, regularly exercising, and a eating a healthy diet are common ways to combat what?

What is fatigue?

200

Start every job task with ______________ and update the plan when personnel or conditions change.

What is pre-task planning?

300

Arrange a career conversation with this Terracon team member to explore your career path and the steps to achieve it.

Who is your supervisor?

300

Sometimes referred to as strip footings or trench footings, these concrete elements typically include longitudinal and transverse reinforcing steel. 

What are continuous footings?

300

You have this amount of time to begin tests for slump, air and temperature after collecting your concrete sample.

What is 5 minutes?

300

These provide essential information and instructions from the structural engineer for the safe and proper construction of a building, detailing material specifications, design criteria, construction standards, load information, and guidelines for when no specific instruction is provided on the drawings.

What are structural notes?

300

An unplanned event that did not result in injury, illness, or damage - but had the potential to do so.

What is a near miss? 

300

You can listen to nature sounds, stories, or short exercises to reduce stress using this Terracon resource.

What is the Calm app?

400

A free program and anonymous service offered by Terracon that is available to you and your family members 24/7/365 and is a great way to communicate, address and resolve everyday issues.

What is Supportlinc? 

400

This structural element must be free of frost, snow, mud, and other substances to ensure proper bonding with the concrete.

What is reinforcing steel or rebar?

400

This amount of concrete is the minimum amount required to cast cylinders and run tests for slump, air and temperature.

What is 1 cubic foot of concrete?

400

This is a key or key chart that explains the meaning of the various symbols and abbreviations used in that specific plan set.

What is a legend?

400

This tool can help you identify different types of hazards on the jobsite and should be completed at the pre-task planning stage. 

What is the Energy Wheel?

400

You call this number when you get injured at work.

What is Work Care? Call 888-449-7787 

500

We use this concept to interact with workers, foremen, and contractors in a professional manner. Emphasizes personal choice, responsibility, and control.

What is proactive language?

500

This is the minimum thickness of concrete required to protect embedded steel reinforcement from environmental factors like moisture and corrosion, and to ensure proper constructability and structural integrity.

What is clearance or concrete cover?

500

Make sure to sample the concrete after all _____ and _____ have been added to the mix.

What is water and admixtures?

500

F1, GB2, FW3 are all symbols that can be found on a foundation plan that link critical information like dimensions and reinforcement details for footings, grade beams, and foundation walls and are commonly found here.

What is a schedule?

500

Perform a _________ as your final action before moving any motor vehicle. Use a _________ when parked on Terracon business.

What is a 360° walkaround and safety awareness cone? R12 

500

Should you have trouble finding the project specifications or mix designs in Outlook or Device Magic before conducting a concrete test, please get in touch with this Terracon professional for further assistance.

Who is the project manager?