What site conditions should a CTI verify before allowing discharge to proceed?

• A. The color of the equipment.
• B. Safe access, stable ground, proper formwork/setup, and clear paths for the discharge chute and personnel.
• C. The weather forecast only.
• D. The time of day.

Answer: (B)

Site readiness for discharge hinges on having a prepared, safe work area. The CTI must verify that there is safe access for people and equipment, the ground is stable enough to support trucks, chutes, and any loads without shifting or sinking, and that formwork or setup is properly installed and secured to contain the concrete. In addition, there should be clear, unobstructed paths for both the discharge chute and personnel to move safely away from the area.

This combination reduces the risk of accidents such as equipment tipping, formwork failure, or trips and falls during unloading. While weather or timing can influence conditions, they do not replace the need to confirm actual on-site conditions like access, stability, and clear egress. Color of equipment is unrelated to safety, and relying on the weather forecast or time of day alone does not ensure a safe discharge.