Formwork Quiz Chapter 9

What is the purpose of formwork in construction?

• To increase the weight of the concrete

• To hold the concrete in position until it sets

• To provide insulation for the concrete

• To add color to the concrete

What is one of the requirements for formwork to be successful?

• To be unable to support the load of wet concrete

• To have loose joints

• To be accurately set out

• To be easily damaged under load

What type of formwork is used for foundation construction?

• Foundation formwork

• Slab formwork

• Column formwork

• Beam formwork

What is used to hold column forms together?

• Timber yokes

• Concrete blocks

• Metal clamps

• Steel beams

What is the purpose of headtrees in beam formwork?

• To support the load of wet concrete

• To support the three-sided box

• To suspend the form box from the steel section

• To encase the steel section with concrete

What is another name for floor or slab formwork?

• Shuttering

• Scaffolding

• Bracing

• Supporting

What is used for leveling purposes in slab formwork?

• Small folding wedges

• Steel beams

• Concrete blocks

• Timber yokes

What type of formwork is used for roof beam construction?

• Column formwork

• Foundation formwork

• Beam formwork

• Suspended beam and slab formwork

What is the purpose of collars in column formwork?

• To suspend the form box from the steel section

• To support the load of wet concrete

• To encase the steel section with concrete

• To hold the column forms together

What is the main material used for formwork?

• Timber

• Steel

• Concrete

• Brick