Which action should never happen between trucks and the paver?

• A. Follow the paver
• B. Impact the paver
• C. Park away from the paver
• D. Listen to the supervisor

Answer: (B)

In paving operations, keeping clear of contact between trucks and the paver is essential for safety and proper pavement quality. The truck feeds asphalt into the paver’s hopper, and the paver has moving parts like the auger and screed that rely on careful clearance. If a truck accidentally strikes or bumps the paver, it can damage those components, misalign the screed, cause asphalt to spill or pile improperly, and put workers at risk near the hopper. A collision can also shift the paver or create jam conditions that slow work and lead to uneven pavement.

That’s why the action to avoid is any impact with the paver. Other safe practices—following the paver, parking away from the equipment when not dumping, and listening to the supervisor—are the correct behaviors to maintain a safe, efficient operation.