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Certification
Concrete Pump Operator
American Concrete Pumping Association
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The ACPA offers the only nationally recognized safety certification program for concrete pump operators. We've certified over 5,000 concrete pump operators nationwide, to help them achieve the highest degree of professionalism - and to maintain the strictest standards for safety.
Conduct pre-operation inspections of the concrete pump and truck including engine oil, hydraulic oil, radiator, outriggers, safety covers, gauges, and placing line components before leaving the yardSelect and use required PPE including hard hat, safety glasses, work gloves, rubber boots, and breathing protection appropriate for concrete pump operationsSet up the concrete pump on the job site by positioning the unit, deploying outriggers, and verifying stability before commencing pumping operationsIdentify and maintain safe distances from energized power lines using dedicated spotters and applying ACPA minimum clearance requirements during boom operationsCommunicate placement directions using the 14 standardized ACPA safety hand signals and establishing a single designated signal person for boom movementPrime the placing line with appropriate slurry or lubricating mix prior to pumping to prevent plugging and ensure proper lubrication of the systemMonitor hydraulic oil temperature, pump pressure, and system gauges during operations and take corrective action when abnormal conditions are identifiedIdentify, locate, and safely clear plugs in the placing line by relieving pressure, disconnecting the system, and following prescribed plug removal procedures without forcing flowInspect and maintain placing line components including hoses, clamps, gaskets, reducers, and fittings to prevent leaks, kinks, and pressure failures during operationsEvaluate concrete mix characteristics including slump, air content, aggregate size, and water-cement ratio to assess pumpability and identify problem loadsOperate boom pump systems including three-section, four-section, and 50-meter and larger booms in compliance with applicable safety regulations and manufacturer specificationsOperate line pumps including general and high-pressure configurations for high-rise pumping applications and compressed air cleanout proceduresOperate grout and pea rock pumps and separate placing booms in compliance with ACPA safety recommendations and operational requirementsPerform cleanout operations by flushing the placing line, cleaning the hopper, and preparing the pump for travel or the next pour upon completion of placementRespond to pump breakdowns by notifying the job superintendent and office, attempting repairs, and cleaning out the placing line and pump to prevent concrete hardeningOperate the concrete pump truck safely to and from job sites including performing required DOT pre-trip inspections and securing all equipment for travelApply ACPA safety regulations for all pump types including maintaining a drug-free workplace, working in clean areas, and never opening pressurized couplings