Towards an ICF pour checklist

[ToughButterCup]

@Sue B wrote a post in this thread  telling us that she was due to attend an ICF pour. It strikes me that it might be useful for us to make a simple list of the things that  guests watching the concrete pouring process   might look out for.

 

This list refers to pointers to help guests - not the plot and building owner - because that is dealt with elsewhere. (here )

 

• Get explicit permission to be on the property.
• Ask for permission to take photos
• Wear Hi-Viz
• Wear wellies
• Keep out of the way
• Note the access for the boom (if used) and concrete supply lorry.
• Note the shuttering arrangements (if any)
• Think about where you are going to store your shuttering before the build.
• Watch what happens if there is a burst: use that as the starting point for your plan for a burst
• If this pour is one of a series, have a look to see how previous bursts were repaired
• Make a detailed plan and preparation for a burst on your site. (we had several and became really efficient at reinstatement)
• Look at the number of people involved in the pour
• Note the arrangements for pipe flushing
• Where is excess concrete poured to?
• Be aware of the noise level and the difficulty that causes for communication
• If you can, note the level the pour at start and finish
• Look at the site in general: notice how many trip hazards there are. Try and reduce that risk before your pour.
• Ask how the builder checks the concrete slump
• Check the price of the concrete and the boom (delivery system)
• Offer to make a brew for everyone

There'll be loads more; when the list is complet(ish) I'll edit and pin it.

Ian

[Sue B]

Brilliant idea Ian - I bought my hard hat today - it’s a lovely pink colour and it was contributing to breast cancer awareness which is a bit close to my heart at the moment with a few friends who have been or are going through it now.

[Oz07]

As you seem to not be helping ask where kettle is and make everyone a brew