Block Cutting and Preparation
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What happens here
A worker is shown using a small angle grinder to score the retaining wall blocks, which are then split using a hammer and a chisel or wedge. This method allows for precise cuts and custom shaping of the blocks to fit the 'double pyramid' step design.
Goal: Prepare retaining wall blocks to the required sizes and shapes for the steps and wall.
Tools and materials
- Angle Grinder — Scoring concrete blocks
- Chisel/Wedge — Aids in splitting blocks after scoring
- Diamond Blade — Attached to the angle grinder for cutting concrete
- Hammer — Splitting scored blocks
- Hearing Protection — Protecting ears from loud tool noise
- Retaining Wall Blocks — The material being cut
- Safety Glasses — Eye protection from flying debris
- Work Gloves — Hand protection