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NCCER Concrete Placement
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NCCER
This individual has demonstrated the ability to: • Describe the concrete construction process • Identify trade hazards and safety guidelines • Explain the role of OSHA • Identify and properly use hand tools • Use power tools/equipment safely • Construct curbs, gutters, and concrete steps • Explain how to construct walks, drives, and patios • Identify concrete components and normal mix ratios • Perform a slump test • Prepare a compression-test sample cylinder …see more skills below.
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Skills
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skills continued… • Describe preparations for concrete placement • Check the elevation of a prepared subgrade • Identify types of forms and concrete joints • Describe approaches to concrete reinforcement • Operate a vibrating compactor • Describe concrete finishing practices • Apply a broom finish • Hand float, edge, groove, and trowel concrete slabs • Identify common concrete problems and explain how to resolve them • Collect concrete samples, prepare specimens, and conduct field tests