Before encasing anchor bolts in a pedestal, how does a contractor normally prove embedment matches details?
Choices
- (A) Guess from pit depth
- (B) Measure projecting length or gauge marks against template vs shop drawing tail dimensions
- (C) Judge from cement plaster colour
- (D) Skip checks after first bolt is set
Correct answer: (B)
Measure projecting length or gauge marks against template vs shop drawing tail dimensions
Explanation
Short embedment voids shear or tension capacity at the base.