This publication provides introductory technical guidance for civil engineers and other professional engineers and construction managers interested in shotcrete placement. Here is what is discussed: 1. EQUIPMENT AND CREW, 2. PRECONSTRUCTION TESTING AND EVALUATION, 3. PLACEMENT, 4. REBOUND, 5. FINISHING, 6. CURING AND PROTECTION, 7. REPAIR OF SURFACE DEFECTS IN NEW SHOTCRETE