Concrete Placing and Finishing License(GITS) | Broward

The scope of work of a Class "CP" specialty building contractor shall include and be limited to the placing and finishing of concrete, mixing or batching of concrete, including flatwork (slabs on grade, sidewalks, etc.), cutting and coring of concrete, and concrete pumping. In order to be eligible to be certified as a Class "CP" specialty building contractor by the board, the applicant shall have at least two (2) years of practical experience in the category. An individual who has a Class "C" engineered paving builder certificate of competency may automatically obtain a Concrete Placing and Finishing Category--Class "CP" certificate of competency upon application to the Broward County Central Examining Board of General Construction Trades.

Concrete Placing and Finishing Exams

Concrete Placing and Finishing Exam

• Exam BCE1B
• Testing Method: Open book
• Testing Company: GITS (Gainesville Independent Testing Service)
• Hours Alloted: 2h
• Passing Score: 70%
• Types of Questions: Multiple Choice.
• Number of questions: 50
Subjects Involved:
• Earthwork
• Safety
• Concrete
• Reinforcement
• Formwork
• Estimating & Plan Reading

Business Procedures Exam

• Exam AAE2B
• Testing Method: Open Book
• Testing Company: GITS (Gainesville Independent Testing Service)
• Hours Alloted: 2h
• Passing Score: 70%
• Types of Questions: Multiple Choice.
• Number of questions: 50
Subjects Involved:
• Insurance Laws
• Tax Laws
• Safety
• Management
• Lien Laws
• Employment Laws
• General Accounting
• Chapter 9

Concrete Placing and Finishing Courses

• Broward County (Florida) Concrete Placing and Finishing Contractor (GITS) Course

  Course Description: Upon enrollment the student receives an email containing his/her ID and Password combination to access the eCampus. The student can access the eCampus 24/7 for as long as it is necessary until he/she passes all licensing exams. The eCampus contains VIDEOS, PRACTICE QUESTIONS (similar to those seen on the actual exams), typical MATH PROBLEMS with step-by-step solutions, and detailed instructions on how to FIND ANSWERS within the books. The student also has access to optional in-person classroom-style refresher seminars. The training can be completed fully online, but if the student prefers, he/she can go to any number of REFRESHER SEMINARS (no extra charges or limitations).

  $425.00

  $425.00

• Broward County (Florida) Business Procedures (GITS) Course

  Course Description: Upon enrollment the student receives an email containing his/her ID and Password combination to access the eCampus. The student can access the eCampus 24/7 for as long as it is necessary until he/she passes all licensing exams. The eCampus contains VIDEOS, PRACTICE QUESTIONS (similar to those seen on the actual exams), typical MATH PROBLEMS with step-by-step solutions, and detailed instructions on how to FIND ANSWERS within the books. The student also has access to optional in-person classroom-style refresher seminars. The training can be completed fully online, but if the student prefers, he/she can go to any number of REFRESHER SEMINARS (no extra charges or limitations).

  $240.00

  $240.00

List of Books For Concrete Placing and Finishing

The books set includes all required references for both the Concrete Placing and Finishing and Business Procedures exams. Orders placed before 2 PM are shipped the same day via UPS and a tracking number is emailed before 3 PM.

Concrete Placing and Finishing Books

OSHA is required for both the business and the trade exams.

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  CFR (OSHA) Tile 29 Part 1926

  OSHA (CFR 29 Part 1926) is the leading safety reference in the construction industry covering all aspects of construction.

  $36.04

  $36.04

  Tabs:

  Yes +$10.00 No (No additional charge) Tabs only, no book ($10.00)

  Quantity:
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  Formwork for Concrete

  Formwork for Concrete is published by ACI (American Concrete Institute) and is used for contractor testing by several counties in Florida.

  $221.52

  $221.52

  Tabs:

  Yes +$10.00 No (No additional charge) Tabs only, no book ($10.00)

  Quantity:
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  Excavation and Grading Handbook

  Excavation and Grading Handbook is an important reference for excavation contractors, specially those testing in Florida for a county license in said trade.

  $35.87

  $35.87

  Tabs:

  Yes +$10.00 No (No additional charge) Tabs only, no book ($10.00)

  Quantity:
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  Design and Control of Concrete Mixtures

  Many advances have been made in concrete technology over the decades ranging from new materials and testing methods, to improved concrete properties and construction practices. Concrete construction today follows a mantra of quicker, stronger, more durable, more resilient, and more sustainable. That story is proudly displayed within the pages of this centennial edition of Design and Control of Concrete Mixtures.

  $67.51

  $67.51

  Tabs:

  Yes +$10.00 No (No additional charge) Tabs only, no book ($10.00)

  Quantity:
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  Placing Reinforcing Bars

  Placing Reinforcing Bars covers all aspects of concrete reinforcement.

  $73.14

  $73.14

  Tabs:

  Yes +$10.00 No (No additional charge) Tabs only, no book ($10.00)

  Quantity:

Business Procedures Books

OSHA is required for both the business and the trade exams.

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  Florida Contractor's Business Procedures Reference Manual

  This book includes many of the aspects of operating a business related to the construction industry and shows everything there is to know about the proper way to file taxes; what insurance to carry; how to manage daily accounts, and how, when, and why to file a paperwork for a lien.

  $69.43

  $69.43

  Tabs:

  Yes +$10.00 No (No additional charge) Tabs only, no book ($10.00)

  Quantity:
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  Broward County Code, Chapter 9 - Contractors

  The purpose of this reference (Broward Ch 9) is to provide a uniform central system for the examination, certification, and regulation of all individuals or business organizations who are engaged in, or who intend or desire to engage in, the trades and occupations of: (1)Plumbing and specialty plumbing contractors; (2)Electrical and specialty electrical contractors; (3)General and specialty building contractors; (4)Mechanical and specialty mechanical contractors; (5)Liquefied petroleum gas contractors; and (6)Engineering and specialty engineering contractors. This reference must be used by all contractors trying to get a Broward County Contractor license during their contractor exams. It is highly recommended that contractors carefully study this particular reference during their exam prep process. Number of Pages: 128 Product Dimensions: 11" x 8.5" x 1/4" Weight: 0.8 Lbs

  $22.88

  $22.88

  Tabs:

  Yes +$10.00 No (No additional charge) Tabs only, no book ($10.00)

  Quantity:
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  CFR (OSHA) Tile 29 Part 1926

  OSHA (CFR 29 Part 1926) is the leading safety reference in the construction industry covering all aspects of construction.

  $36.04

  $36.04

  Tabs:

  Yes +$10.00 No (No additional charge) Tabs only, no book ($10.00)

  Quantity: