Quality Slab Foundations

There’s more than just concrete in a structural slab, and once it’s poured, any change is extremely difficult to make. Steve Easley and Tom DeNittis outline the details that construction managers must oversee, including the footing and slab dimensions, rebar and rough plumbing placement, foundation anchor requirements, and concrete mix specifications.

Learning Objectives

At the conclusion of this lesson, you will be able to:

• Explain to trade partners the proper rebar overlaps
• Discuss how wire mesh reinforcing must be prepped
• Explain rough plumbing code requirements.
• Identify what makes a good concrete mix.
• Know what’s required to oversee the pour

Next Step

Watch the video presentation.