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ACI Concrete Field-Testing Technician – Grade I

November 16–17, 2026

Location: Amrize (formerly Lafarge)
838 50th St E, Saskatoon, Saskatchewan, S7K 0X6

  • Monday, November 16
    Classroom Theory & Workbook Review
    8:30 a.m.
  • Tuesday, November 17
    Written & Practical Examination
    8:00 a.m.

Cost: 

  • Concrete Sask. Members: $695.00 + GST
  • Non-Members: $925.00 + GST

Registration deadline is Monday, November 2, 2026

Scope and Knowledge

The CSA Standards Field Testing Technician certification program requires candidates to demonstrate a working knowledge of the following CSA test methods and standards:

  • CSA A23.2-17C – Temperature of Freshly Mixed Hydraulic Cement Concrete
  • CSA A23.2-1C – Sampling Plastic Concrete
  • CSA A23.2-5C – Slump of Concrete
  • CSA A23.2-6C – Density and Yield of Plastic Concrete
  • CSA A23.2-4C – Air Content of Plastic Concrete by the Pressure Method
  • CSA A23.2-3C – Making and Curing Concrete Compression and Flexural Test Specimens
  • CSA A23.2-19C – Slump Flow of Concrete
CSA Standards Field Testing Technician - Info

Definition:
This program replaces the retired ACI CSA-Based Concrete Field Testing Technician – Grade I program. This expanded program includes and covers all of the CSA-Based Concrete Field Testing Technician—Grade I program materials; certification candidates are now directed to this program for concrete field testing certification using CSA Standards.

A CSA Standards Concrete Field Testing Technician is an individual who has demonstrated the knowledge and ability to properly perform and record the results of seven basic field test methods and standard practices on freshly-mixed concrete as prescribed by Canadian Standards Association methods.

Scope and Knowledge:

This program requires demonstration of the knowledge and hands-on skills covered on the Job Task Analysis (JTA):

JTA for ACI Certification of CSA Standards Concrete Field Testing Technician

The JTA is a detailed list of specific points of knowledge and skills that may be included in the examinations for this ACI Certification program. ACI urges candidates to use the JTA to prepare for the certification exams.

The program requires a working knowledge of the following CSA standards:

  • A23.2–1C—Sampling Plastic Concrete
  • A23.2–5C—Slump of Concrete
  • A23.2–6C—Density, Yield, and Cementing Materials Factor of Plastic Concrete
  • A23.2–4C—Air Content of Plastic Concrete by the Pressure Method
  • A23.2–3C—Making and Curing Concrete Compression and Flexural Test Specimens
  • A23.2–17C—Temperature of Freshly Mixed Hydraulic Cement Concrete
  • A23.2–19C—Slump Flow of Concrete

Certification Requirements:
ACI will grant certification only to those applicants who meet both of the following requirements:

  1. A passing grade on the ACI written examination; AND
  2. Successful completion of the ACI performance examination.

The sixty-minute (1-hour) written examination is closed-book and consists of 56 multiple-choice questions. There are eight questions on each of the test methods and standard practices.

To pass the written examination, both of the following conditions must be met:

  1. At least 60% correct for each of the required test methods and standard practices; AND
  2. A minimum score of 70% overall.

The performance examination is also closed-book and requires actual demonstration of six of the required CSA test methods and standard practices plus a verbal description of Standard Practice A23.2–1C (sampling). The examinee is judged on his/her ability to correctly perform or describe all of the required procedures for each test method and standard practice.

Certification is valid for a period of five years from the date of successfully completing all requirements.

Recertification requires successful completion of both the written and performance examinations.

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2026 Annual General Meeting - November 19th in Saskatoon

Concrete Sask AGM

Thursday, November 19th

Accommodations:
STAYBRIDGE SUITES EAST – UNIVERSITY
1838 College Drive
Saskatoon, SK S1N 2Z8

How to Book Your Stay
Hotel Direct:  1-(306) 952-4888 or click the button below

Group Details
Group Name: Concrete Sask
Group Code: C11
Event Dates: Nov 18–20, 2026
Cut-Off Date: Oct 18, 2026                                          

Your Stay Includes:

  • Comfortable room accommodations
  • Full American Breakfast Buffet every morning
  • Complimentary Parking

Room Rate:
$195.00 per night plus applicable taxes

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CONCRETE SASK IS HEADED BACK TO VEGAS!

Concrete Sask is heading to Las Vegas for World of Concrete 2027, January 19–21 and we’re putting together a great few days for Saskatchewan’s concrete industry.

CONCRETE SASK INDUSTRY MEETING
Tuesday, January 19
Las Vegas Convention Center

We’ll kick things off on opening day of World of Concrete with our Concrete Sask Industry Meeting right at the Las Vegas Convention Center.

What better place to bring our industry together than with World of Concrete happening right outside the meeting room? We’ll have the opportunity to connect, discuss what’s happening here at home and then step directly onto the show floor with the industry at our fingertips.

GOLDEN KNIGHTS vs. OILERS NETWORKING EVENT
Wednesday, January 20

We’re also planning a Concrete Sask networking night as the Vegas Golden Knights take on the Edmonton Oilers!

This is going to be a great opportunity for members and industry partners to connect outside the show and we need to know ASAP who wants tickets.

Depending on interest, we’ll either secure a block of seats together or, if there’s enough demand, we have the opportunity to secure a private suite.

If you’re interested, let us know how many tickets you would want so we can determine the best option for the group.

HOTEL ROOM BLOCK — NOW OPEN

Concrete Sask has secured a discounted room block at the Flamingo Las Vegas.
$193 USD/night
Plus applicable taxes and resort fees.

Rooms are limited and the Concrete Sask block is only available until December 30, 2026.

Members can book now through our dedicated online booking link. We strongly recommend reserving early.

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SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES — NOW AVAILABLE

Want to put your company in front of Saskatchewan’s concrete industry while we’re in Vegas?

Sponsorship opportunities are now available for our Industry Meeting and Networking Event, offering exposure to Saskatchewan producers, contractors, suppliers, associate members and industry partners.

Many of our associate members will also be exhibiting throughout World of Concrete, making this a great opportunity to connect with customers, partners and the broader industry all in one place.

Planning ahead for your 2027 budget? Companies can secure their sponsorship now and choose to be invoiced in January 2027, allowing you to reserve your sponsorship opportunity this fall while putting the expense into your 2027 budget.

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