Who certifies all plants and trucks involved in the production of concrete for DOTD projects?

The district laboratory engineer is responsible for certifying all plants and trucks involved in the production of concrete for Department of Transportation and Development (DOTD) projects. This role is crucial as it ensures that the concrete production facilities and delivery vehicles comply with necessary quality and safety standards required for construction projects.

The district laboratory engineer checks that the plants are equipped to produce concrete that meets specifications and that trucks are suitable for transporting the concrete without contamination or degradation of material quality. This certification process confirms that all equipment used in the concrete production process adheres to DOTD regulations, directly influencing the durability and safety of the structures built with this concrete.

Other roles, such as project managers or civil engineers, may oversee or coordinate construction projects but do not specifically handle the certification of the concrete production plants and trucks. Quality control inspectors play a vital role in monitoring and testing the concrete to ensure it meets established standards, but they are not the ones who certify the plants and trucks.