Mix Construction quiz

What is the Voltage for Mixing equipment on a construction site.

• 230 v

• 110 v

• 100 v

• 240 v

Which document would contain information relating to the amount of plasticiser to be added to a mix

• Specification

• Code of practice

• Building Regulations

• Manufacturers instruction

Masonry Cement differs from ordinary Portland cement because it contains.

• a retarding agent

• a colouring agent

• a plasticser

• lime

In which document would information on the required mortar mix be found?

• Bill of quantities

• Manufacturer's instructions

• Specification.

• Schedule.

Which type of cement already has plasticiser added to it?

• OPC

• Sulphate resisting.

• White Portland.

• Masonry.

Which of the following is the MOST suitable method of protecting a recently laid concrete slab from heavy rain?

• Hessian tent.

• Planks.

• Blanket.

• Polythene tent.

what is the procedure if a construction worker is injured whilst mixing mortar?

• Contact Head Office

• Warn colleagues

• Contact the Health and Safety Executive.

• Record it in the accident book.

Curing of concrete is achieved by which of the following?

• Allowing the wind to dry it out.

• Spraying the concrete with water

• Using heat to dry the concrete.

• Maintaining a constant temperature.

As well as gloves and goggles, which of the following combinations of PPE is recommended to be used when mixing plaster?

• Overalls, safety footwear, hard hat and face mask

• Knee pads, safety footwear, hard hat and face mask.

• Overalls, safety footwear, hard hat and respirator.

• Knee pads, safety footwear, hard hat and ear defenders.

The type of cement most commonly used in bricklaying mortar is:

• Rapid hardening.

• Sulphate resistant.

• Ordinary Portland.

• High alumina.