Concrete Formwork Practice Test

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• What type of wood is commonly used for timber formwork?
• Which formwork material typically yields the best surface finish on exposed concrete?
• How does stay-in-place formwork differ from removable formwork?
• Which structural element sits atop the round column to transfer load from the beam?
• Which of the following is the right definition of a done pan?
• The slump test is performed to assess which property of fresh concrete?
• Epoxy grout is most commonly recommended for use in which environment?
• What is a common hazard when stripping formwork, and how is it mitigated?
• Which factor is NOT typically considered when selecting formwork material?
• What factors influence the decision to use timber vs steel formwork?
• What effect does excessive oiling of forms have on concrete surface?
• What is the purpose of form ties in shuttering?
• Which of the following describes minimum scaffold deck plank dimensions?
• What happens when taper ties are used?
• Under slab-on-grade construction, what is the purpose of a poly vapour barrier?
• Which statement accurately describes monolithic pours in formwork?
• To prevent snap tie wedges from loosening during concrete placement, what should be done?
• What is the greatest advantage of snap ties?
• Which term describes a textured surface produced by the formwork that remains after concrete cure?
• How is hydrostatic pressure from fresh concrete accounted for in formwork design?
• Where are spandrel beams located?
• A done pan is best described as what?
• How can damage to cured concrete be minimized when stripping plywood forms?
• What is a form liner used to produce on the surface of cured concrete?
• In round columns, which reinforcement besides vertical rebars is commonly used?
• Which material is commonly used as expansion joint material in concrete formwork?
• What are batter boards used for?
• Small removable sections at the bottom of concrete forms are provided to allow what?
• What minimum ladder height is required to access an excavated trench with vertical sides?
• What is the size of plywood installed at grade when using a preserved wood foundation?
• What step should follow cutting epoxy-coated rebar to maintain corrosion resistance?
• Over-application of form release agent can interfere with bonding between concrete and reinforcement.
• What does the term formwork striking mean?
• Monolithic pouring of concrete eliminates which feature?
• What is a key benefit of using a staged stripping sequence for plywood forms?
• Why is consistent joint spacing important in formwork?
• Which material is commonly used as formwork panels and can be combined with timber framing?
• What is cement?
• What effect does plastic sheeting have on curing and formwork removal timing?
• Which option best describes a method used to prevent blowouts at outside corners of wall forms?
• ICF blocks are best described as consisting of form face shells and what?
• Which of the following is NOT a recognized method of splicing rebar?
• When forming stairs, why should the riser be sloped?
• Which term is used for temporary devices to hold anchor lines in place until concrete gains strength?
• Which practice supports stable loads on formwork during curing?
• What is hydration?
• How are anchor boys held in position until the concrete has set?
• How is fly form levelled?
• How can corrosion of ties be prevented in wet environments?
• Pilaster chamfer strips are used to prevent what during form removal?
• Spandrel ties are used to secure which component in position?
• How should openings for embeds and sleeves be treated in formwork?
• Name two common stabilization methods for wall formwork.
• What is done to keep concrete from sticking to the forms?
• When forming a slab on grade, how should the side forms be aligned straight?
• In the sequence for assembling a pre-fab column form, which item is placed first?
• After plumbing an 8 ft wall form at both ends, which method should be used to straighten the wall?
• What is the purpose of putting a broom finish on the concrete surface?
• What is the minimum guard rail height on scaffolds per OHSA?
• What is a typical stripping sequence for a floor slab with formwork?
• Using poor-quality plywood in formwork primarily impacts formwork life and finish by
• What is the process of extending existing foundations to lower levels of undisturbed soil called?
• What happens if hydrostatic pressure is underestimated in formwork design?
• What is the role of a wedge anchor in formwork?
• When forming stairs, what is the last operation?
• What is the correct consistency for dry pack grout?
• Which is the best method of releasing a form from green concrete?
• What is a slab on grade?
• How are door and window openings made in concrete walls?
• What is a drop panel in slab formwork and its purpose?
• Which additive is used to create microscopic air voids to help concrete resist freeze-thaw damage?
• When are proper steps taken to cure a slab on grade?
• What are the minimum dimensions of planks required for scaffold decks?
• Which additive is used to improve resistance to freeze-thaw cycles by introducing microscopic air voids?
• Which of the following factors governs whether formwork can be reused after stripping?
• During a slump test, how many rammer strokes are applied to each third of the cone?
• In system formwork, what is the primary role of studs?
• What should be done immediately after placing concrete into a column form?
• Which of the following are common signs of formwork failure during a pour?
• Why is edge protection important on a formwork site?
• What is the correct bracing arrangement for a square column form to prevent twisting?
• Bleeder holes in concrete form work are provided to allow?
• Ponding is used to slow evaporation by total immersion. Which statement is true?
• Which action is required after any modification to formwork?
• What is the essential purpose of a drop panel in slabs around columns?
• What is the minimum anchor bolt diameter used in residential construction?
• Which statement about deflection limits is true?
• Hydration describes which process in cement chemistry?
• What is the best description of honey combing?
• How are tilt up form panels most commonly lifted by the crane?
• Which tool can verify vertical alignment of wall forms?
• How should release agents be applied on formwork surfaces?
• Water stops are installed at construction joints to prevent leakage.
• What can happen if formwork is removed too early?
• When should formwork be inspected?
• What is the function of falsework in formwork systems?
• When estimating lateral loads on formwork, besides the pour height, what factor influences the hydrostatic pressure?
• Which feature is installed at construction joints to prevent water passage through potential cracks?
• How should tall-wall formwork be designed to resist wind loads?
• What is the best description of ICF blocks?
• According to OHSA what is minimum height that guard rails should be installed on scaffolds?
• What is the name of the feature embedded in a footing to resist horizontal movement between the footing and the wall?
• Which is the best method to prevent a blowout at outside corners of wall forms?
• What is the best location to brace a column form?
• Which device is commonly used to adjust the elevation of fly forms during construction?
• How does concrete temperature affect formwork behavior?
• What should be done after pouring concrete?
• How can improper vibration affect formwork stability?
• When flying forms, what safety precautions should be done with old concrete splatter?
• When using a preserved wood foundation, what should be installed at grade?
• In formwork safety, what is the primary purpose of edge protection?
• Where should the top of the weeping tile be located?
• What is the base of column forms generally positioned by?
• Where on the wall form is the greatest pressure exerted?
• What is the role of storm panels in tall-wall formwork design?
• Why are 3/4 inch square strips of wood sometimes used at inside corners of wall forms?
• Epoxy grout is most commonly recommended for use in which environment?
• Which indicators are commonly checked during a formwork inspection before pouring?
• Which form tie is designed so the form can be reattached?
• When pouring a concrete stair, how can the riser face be repositioned if lateral deflections have taken place?
• What curing method is commonly used with formwork to prevent surface cracking?
• What instrument is used to layout horizontal angles only and read elevations?
• What does EN 12811 address?
• Which statement is true about formwork removal methods?
• What must be done after cutting epoxy-coated rebar?
• Which standard is commonly used for formwork design and safety?
• What is the first thing to do once a tilt up panel is raised before releasing the crane?
• What are three methods of rebar splicing?
• What factors govern the reuse of formwork after stripping?
• In the placing of concrete, what does ponding refer to?
• What is the correct sequence when assembling a pre fab column form?
• When estimating lateral loads on formwork, what factor is most critical?
• Which material is used to fill voids and provide continuity between building elements?
• What material is used for an isolation joint between stairs and sidewalk?
• Which action is correct for preventing twisting of a square column form during assembly?
• Why should concrete not drop from too great of a height?
• What is a typical deflection limit for formwork panels?
• What are drop panels supported by?
• Which statement about basement-wall formwork considerations is true?
• What method is used to create openings for doors and windows in concrete walls?
• What is the best method to level fly forms?
• When performing a slump test, how is the concrete placed into the slump cone?
• How can leakage at form joints be minimized?
• Besides vertical rebars, round columns also receive what type of reinforcement?
• To prevent rotation of gang forms during crane movement, which practice is used?
• What is the primary purpose of formwork bracing in vertical panels?
• How is correct wall thickness ensured during formwork erection?
• Which component is used to release the form after curing?
• What form ties are designed so the form can be reattached?
• A form liner is primarily used to create what feature on a finished concrete surface?
• What is to prevent snap tie wedges from coming loose during a pour?
• In system formwork, what is the purpose of horizontal joint boards?
• After the outside corners of a building have been located, what is the next step in laying out the footing?
• What is the difference between keyed and smooth form faces?
• What is a caisson?
• In bracing a square column form, which arrangement prevents twisting?
• Which method is commonly used to control the swing and rotation of heavy gang forms during crane lifts?
• Why must formwork align with reinforcing steel?
• Drop panels are structural elements located in relation to which component?
• What is asphalt impregnated fibre board used for in concrete formwork?
• Under the Ontario Building Code, footings may be omitted for which structure?
• Which instrument is used to read elevations when laying out horizontal angles?
• In beam fabrication, what is used to create recessed areas within the beam?
• When a construction joint is made in a wall at a bulkhead, what can be installed to prevent water from leaking through a potential crack at the location?
• Which practice best supports surface quality when using formwork?
• Formed openings are built strong enough to withstand external pressures, but simple enough for what?
• What is the diameter of #6 rebar?
• For slab-on-grade side-form alignment, which tool is described as ensuring straight lines?
• Which statement best describes the importance of joint spacing in formwork?
• What is the standard duration for concrete to reach its design strength?
• What is the role of waling in wall formwork?
• To maintain curvature in curved formwork, which design requirement is essential?
• Which combination best describes factors affecting reuse potential of formwork?
• Where are 3/4 inch square wood strips installed to aid form stripping?
• What is the name for members that hold sections of a form in a straight horizontal line?
• Batter boards serve what purpose in formwork layout?
• What is the proper sequence when installing chamfer strips onto column forms?
• A curing agent is applied to concrete primarily to control what?
• What is used in a footing at the base of a poured concrete wall to prevent slippage?
• What is used when constructing an isolation joint between concrete stairs and a sidewalk?
• Spandrel ties are used for what purpose?
• Which tool is commonly used to position the base of column forms during construction?
• Cracks are likely to happen in concrete; what kind of joint can be used to regulate their location?
• Which additive is used in concrete that will be exposed to freeze/thaw cycles?
• Which property does the slump test evaluate in fresh concrete?
• What is the recommended temperature range to maintain concrete after pouring?
• Which outcome do keyed form faces provide?
• Why is proper curing and moisture control important with formwork?
• Why is it important not to use too much form release agent?
• Why is a curing agent applied to concrete?
• What is the funnel shaped widening at the top of a round column?
• How should gang forms be controlled to prevent rotating while the crane is moving them?
• What is the purpose of form ties?
• Why is grout used in construction?
• What is the process of extending existing foundations to lower levels of undisturbed soil?
• Key ways in footings serve what primary purpose?
• Before pouring, which of the following checks must be completed as part of formwork inspection?
• What is a typical stripping sequence for a floor slab's formwork after the pour reaches required strength?
• How does curved formwork differ from straight formwork design?
• What is the function of sole plates or base pads in formwork?
• Which configuration properly secures a corner of a wall form to prevent blowouts?
• When bracing the sides of an excavation, what is used to join steel soldier piles to each other?
• Which factor is NOT typically considered when determining formwork reuse after stripping?
• How does pour rate influence formwork pressure?
• Which form face yields a finer surface finish?
• Why is proper selection of release agents critical for surface quality?
• What are placed in forms to create recessed areas in beams?
• Which component is used to prevent corner damage on pilaster forms during removal?
• As the pour height increases, what must be adjusted to maintain formwork stability?
• After placing a concrete slab, why would wet burlap be used?