Bundles of reinforcing steel are tagged to indicate

• A. Bar size, bar length, grade of steel, panel color
• B. Bar size, bar length, grade of steel, panel in which the bundle will be used
• C. Bar size, bar length, grade of steel, panel thickness
• D. Bar size, length, grade of steel, panel weight

Answer: (B)

Bundles of reinforcing steel are tagged to communicate essential identifying and specification information so the right materials are used in the right location. The tag should list the bar size (diameter) to ensure the rebar fits the design and spacing, the bar length to know how much material is on the bundle and to guide cutting and placement, the grade of steel to confirm the required strength, and the panel in which the bundle will be used to route materials to the correct part of the job and prevent mix-ups. These items directly affect structural performance and construction flow.

Color, panel thickness, weight, or similar non-spec fields aren’t used because they don’t convey the necessary physical properties or placement information needed for correct fabrication and installation.