Unit 12 Module: Field Tests of Construction Materials

Question 1

s a process that involves inspection and testing of materials used in construction.
This is an important process that will help builders and site inspector to identify the quality, specifications
and conformities of the materials to be used in building structures and essential in keeping the materials
in line with the standard specifications by proper inventories and storage or stocking.

Answer 1

Field testing

Question 2

Methods of Field Tests of Construction Materials such as Cement and Concrete

Answer 2

1. Inspection of the Information Available on a Standard Cement Bag
2. Proper Method of the Removal of Cement Bags
3. Storage of Cement
4. 4. Field Examination of Cement
5. Field Test of Cement
6. Proper Storage of Materials Used in Concrete Operation