Safety Publications

Contractors may sometimes require or request the use of double-ended discharge hose and a double "S"-shaped steel elbow when pouring concrete.  This bulletin discusses the reasons why the ACPA does NOT recommend the use of either of these devices.

Illustrated, saddle-stitched, 4 pages

Any use of a placing boom for lifting variable loads may cause cracking, bending or deformation of multiple components as well as move the center of gravity beyond the tipping point of the machine.  This bulletin reestablishes the rule, which forbids this practice as well as explains the reasons behind it.

Illustrated, saddle-stitched, 4 pages

This bulletin provides a helpful insight to understanding the qualities of concrete and how they affect pumping. This information is for your knowledge and better understanding of concrete. It should NOT be used to instruct contractors or ready mixed concrete suppliers.

Saddle-stitched, 8 pages

When working around fresh, wet concrete there is always the potential for concrete to come into direct contact with your skin and eyes. This contact can lead to severe burns and are a hidden danger to anyone who works with, or around these materials. This bulletin provides many useful tips on how to protect yourself and others when working around fresh concrete, mortar or grout.

Illustrated, saddle-stitched, 8 pages

"Shortrigging" describes the act of not extending the outriggers on the side away from the pour. Shortrigging is NOT recommended, but under certain conditions it may be required. It can be done safely if proper procedures are followed. This bulletin provides detailed tips and procedures designed to make your shortrigging situation as safe as possible.

Illustrated, saddle-stitched, 8 pages

Setting the outriggers of a concrete pump with a placing boom is one of the most critical jobs of the concrete pump operator, and should always be done in accordance with the manufacturer’s recommended procedure. If not done properly, it can lead to a serious accident. This bulletin is designed to help the concrete pumping industry avoid such accidents.

Illustrated, saddle-stitched, 13 pages

Air ingression to concrete pumping delivery pipelines has revealed itself as a considerable hazard under certain circumstances. Injuries to placing crew personnel have been sustained when trapped air is momentarily compressed, then released; causing the end hose to whip violently. The list of circumstances leading to hose-whipping continues to evolve as knowledge is gathered from the field. This bulletin addresses some of these circumstances and provides tips to avoid hose whipping accidents.

Illustrated, saddle-stitched, 8 pages

In the concrete construction industry, every contractor has a general obligation to perform due diligence in ensuring the competency of the personnel providing services on the job. This brochure outlines the benefits of using ACPA Certified Operators to enhance the safety conditions on the job site, and is a great promotional tool to give to your customers.

This booklet was created to assist contractors working near power lines. Specifically, it is intended to help contractors contact the proper power line company in order to get high voltage wires booted, covered, grounded, rerouted or otherwise guarded against accidental contact.

Report bound, 28 pages

This rugged, laminated hand signals guide will come in handy out in the field, and the lamination assures it will hold up to even the toughest weather conditions. Each card includes both English and Spanish hand signals.

8” x 5 ½” heavy laminated card