By definition, quality concrete meets or exceeds the performance requirements imposed by its environment or service conditions. Quality can have variable properties, depending on:

- What the concrete will be used for

- Where it will be located

- How it will be placed, consolidated, and finished

- When it will be placed

Use this video as a training tool for explaining the fundamental properties associated with mixing, placing, finishing, and curing concrete for all types of concrete construction. Running time: 17 minutes © 2005 Portland Cement Association