During cold-weather concrete placement, which measure best reduces freezing of mix water before compaction is finished (per typical site winter plans)?
Choices
- (A) Raise water content without limit
- (B) Switch to rapid-set cement with no thermal plan
- (C) Heat aggregates safely / use approved accelerators with insulating protection per approved winter plan
- (D) Delay placing until surface freeze is obvious
Correct answer: (C)
Heat aggregates safely / use approved accelerators with insulating protection per approved winter plan
Explanation
Goal is placeable concrete + curing protection. Coordinate with supplier and QA plan.