You are inspecting a 12-inch thick mat foundation. The drawings call for #7 bars at 8 inches on center, top and bottom, with a 3-inch clear cover. The contractor is using lap splices.
He slammed it onto the table. The sound was like a gunshot, silencing the hum of the lights. Crsi Placing Reinforcing Bars.pdf
Mastering the Basics: Key Takeaways from CRSI’s “Placing Reinforcing Bars” You are inspecting a 12-inch thick mat foundation
During concrete placement, it is crucial to: top and bottom