What steps should be taken if a batch ticket indicates a violation of the mix design or water addition limits?

• A. Proceed with placement and address the issue later.
• B. Continue placement while the issue is corrected.
• C. Stop placement, document the discrepancy, inform the producer/owner, and follow contract procedures for corrective action or rejection.
• D. Ignore the ticket and use a different batch.

Answer: (C)

When a batch ticket shows a violation of the mix design or water addition limits, the priority is to protect quality and contractual obligations by stopping placement and handling the issue through proper procedures. Halt further pouring, document the discrepancy with specifics (what limit was exceeded, by how much, batch ID, time), notify the producer or owner, and follow the contract’s corrective-action or rejection processes before any more material is placed. This approach preserves traceability, prevents introducing nonconforming concrete, and allows the appropriate adjustments to be made before resuming work. Pushing ahead or ignoring the ticket would risk delivering material that doesn’t meet the design or authorization limits, leading to potential defects, safety concerns, and contractual penalties.