To familiarize Engineering Personnel, Contractors, and Consultants with the fundamentals, principles, and better practices of concrete construction
To obtain the best possible concrete pavements and structures, consistent with job specifications
Contents
Particular emphasis is placed on test methods and inspection procedures for the control of concrete production and placement
Includes a description of concrete materials, their uses and applications on concrete pavements, bases, bridges, culverts, curb and gutter, and other miscellaneous construction, construction procedures for the various types of work, items of concern to the Inspectors, duties of the Inspectors, typical design, adjustment of concrete mixes, useful tables, and required report forms
Where the instructions in this Manual differ from the Specifications and Plans on a project, the Specifications and Plans shall govern