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Sample sizes are based on split samples—one sample for acceptance testing, and one for dispute resolution. Store one-half of the boxes or cans for dispute resolution. Contractor ships directly to district material laboratory.
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Perform field inspection of material and testing in accordance with the guidelines in this chapter. Sampling and testing frequencies for materials acceptance are shown in the tables included in Section 6-107, “Materials Acceptance Sampling and Testing,” of this manual.
Chapter 9 Job Control Sampling And Testing. Sampling Procedure . California Test 539 describes the procedure for obtaining samples of fresh concrete. The following points are emphasized: • The minimum sample size for compressive strength tests is about 8 gallons. Where appropriate, a smaller volume may be used for other tests.
Material verification, check sample testing, qualifications of welders, inspection during fabrication, nondestructive testing, preparation and painting in the shop, conformance to plans and authorized shop drawings, proper joint preparation for shop-bolted connections.
Construction personnel may sample potential sources. For soils and aggregate tests, send samples to the district materials laboratory. Tests may be performed by the district materials laboratory or METS, depending on their respective capabilities. Sampling and testing potential local materials is not mandatory unless specified.
Employers are required to comply with all Cal/OSHA regulations that apply to their operations, even if not listed below. The list is meant to assist construction employers and does not detail all Cal/OSHA requirements. Cal/OSHA Consultation Services or Toll-free Number 1-800-963-9424.
The following is a list of the instruction and training requirements contained in the Construction Safety Orders (Subchapter 4) and the General Industry Safety Orders (Subchapter 7) of Title 8, Division 1, Chapter 4 (with several references contained in Chapter 3.2) of the California Code of Regulations.