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A work method statement, sometimes called a "safe system of work", is a document that

details the way a work task or process is to be completed. The method statement should

outline the hazards involved and include a step by step guide on how to do the job safely. The

method statement must also detail which control measures have been introduced to ensure

the safety of anyone who is affected by the task or process.

You have probably noticed that Method Statements are more and more these days being

requested by organizations of all sizes and in all industries. The reason they do this is so they

can comply with Health and Safety legislation which requires them to make suitable and

sufficient enquiries as to the competence of any organization they contract to carry out work.

Method Statements are frequently requested as part of a tender process which allows the

company to gain an insight into your organization and the way it operates. They allow your

company to demonstrate how it can provide goods and services in a safe and high quality

manner. For this reason Method Statements become another brochure for your company and it

is necessary to have well-presented documentation to gain a competitive advantage over your

competition.

Writing a Method Statement may seem like a daunting task, but this article will guide you

through the process and enable you to approach Method Statements with confidence.

How do I write a Method Statement?

The first task is to carry out a Risk Assessment, for details of how to do this please clickHere.A

Risk Assessment will highlight the significant hazards and control measures required to prevent

injury or ill health whilst carrying out the task and will provide details to add to your method

statement document.

HS Direct Ltd has a blank method statement templateand a variety of example method

statementsfor just 8.99+ VAT. Please clickhere for a list of available documents.

The first section of your method statement document is the header information and should be

used to provide information to your staff or prospective clients, this section might include;

A Title e.g. Work Method Statement, or Standard Operating Procedure

A brief description of the works, task or process

Your company details, logo, name, address etc.

Start date, completion date

Site address

Site contact details including emergency numbers etc.

Document author, H&S contact

Document number, issue date, revision date, revision number etc.

Section 2 can be used as a summary of the main hazards that are present and the control

measures that must be implemented, this section should also be used to list the Personal
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Protective Equipment that must be worn, the information for this page will be extracted from

your risk assessment document. Section 2 can also be used to detail any Environmental or

Quality procedures that must be taken during the task.

Section 3 is used to describe the task in more detail and relevant generic information such as;

Staff, Training, and PPE Permits to work Machinery shutdown and lock off procedures Site Access and Egress Material Handling Scaffold & Access to height Background and preparation Welfare and first aid

Section 4 is the step by step guide, use this section to explain in detail the steps that must be

taken to ensure the task is carried out safely, include all relevant details in the order that you

expect them to be carried out

WIKI

A work method statement, sometimes referred to as a safe work method

statementor SWMSor asafe work procedure,is a part of aworkplace safetyplan.[1]

It is

predominately used in construction to describe a document that gives specific instructions on

how to safely perform a work relatedtask,or operate a piece of plant or equipment. In many

countries it is law to have work method statements, or similar, in place to advise employees

and contractors on how to perform work related tasks safely.[1]

The statement is generally used as part of a safety induction and then referred to as required

throughout a workplace, they should outline all the hazards that are likely to be encountered

when undertaking a task or process and provide detailed guidance on how to carry out the task

safely.

Procedure for use [edit]

A work method statement is prepared for each task on a particular worksite, the group of work

method statements are then packaged and included in the overall Construction Safety Plan.

This plan (or document) is typically submitted at the beginning of a project for approval by theclient or their representative.

1. Scope:
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The purpose of this document is to explain briefly the various steps involved in the plastering

and rendering works.

2. Relevant Process/Specification:

Contract specifications

3. Tools/Equipment Required:

Masonry tools, straight edge, spirit level, plumb bob, mobile mechanical machine, scaffoldings

with working platform, gauge box. Rushing machine, measuring jar

4. Procedure/Method:

Cement, sand, water, admixtures bonding agent etc., to be used shall be as specified and

approved.

Concrete fins/excess mortar from the substrate shall be removed. Smooth concrete surfaces

shall be hacked for better bonding.

Before commencement of plastering, check and ensure that, the joints between different

materials (other than between main RCC members and block walls) shall be properly

reinforced, where final surface is required to be flat.

This is applicable where wall stiffeners, concrete frames, door jambs etc., and similar situations

where possibility of crack development exists. Suitable metal accessories like expanded metal

lathe, galvanized angle bead, stopper bead etc., shall be fixed as required.

The substrate shall be netted before the application of key coat.

The material for the key coat shall be the mixture of cement, water and bonding agent in

specified proportion.

Mixed cement slurry shall be applied on the substrate by a rushing machine. Care shall be taken

to get uniform textured key coat. It shall be cured for minimum 2 days/ as specified before

plastering.

Key coated surface shall be wetted immediately before the plastering.

The mortar for the plaster shall be mixed in a mixer machine as per the mix proportionspecified on volume basis by using gauge box and measuring jar. The quantity of mortar to be

prepared at a time shall depend upon the quantity to be consumed within the initial setting

time of mortar.

The prepared mortar shall be applied in coats, compacted and finished (as per approved

finishing schedule) to get a leveled, flat surface.


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The plastered surface shall be cured well for a period of 3 days or as specified.

Earth work excavation

1. Scope1.1 This Method Statement describes a proper work procedure shall be carried out during

the excavation stage as per specification and contract drawings.

2. References2.1 General SpecificationExcavation & Earthworks

3. Materials3.1 Natural Soil

4. Tools & Equipment4.1 Excavator

4.2 Pay Loader

4.4 JCB4.5 Six Wheel Truck

4.6 Bob cat

4.7 Shovel

4.8 Total Station

4.9 Meter tape

5. Work Procedure5.1 Site Preparation

5.1.1 Existing Services[Company] construction team would conduct investigation and

acquire information about site services might have been placed/embedded below the

ground. Services, wherever found shall be rerouted and protected to place will not affect

site activities.

5.1.2 Setting out[Company] surveyor would conduct site survey to mark/stake-out the

lines and levels of the objective excavation for foundations as per indicated in the approved

drawing.5.2 Excavation

5.2.1 The area to be excavated shall be properly mark and clear before starting the works.

5.2.2 The depth of excavation shall be periodically checked by a surveyor to avoid over

excavation. the bank of excavated area shall be sloped 30 degrees and shall be maintained

to avoid collapse of the bank into the excavated area.

5.2.3 All excavated material shall be kept minimum of 1.0 meter from the edge of

excavation or shall be stock piled to the area designated by the Engineer.

5.2.4 For all excavation activities, adequate safety barriers, sign boards, advance warningsigns would be used.

5.2.5 For foundation, as soon as the excavation reaches the required depth/elevation the

surface shall be leveled and shall be compacted to 95 % of maximum dry density or MDD.

5.2.6 Before the compaction starts, it shall make sure that the excavated level is free from

standing water or excessive moisture content.

5.2.7 Inspection would be conducted during compaction for checking and approval of the


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Engineer.

5.2.8 The compaction test report shall be submitted to the Engineer for approval prior to

proceed succeeding work.

5.2.9 Anti-termite treatment would be conducted prior to start blinding works but make

sure anti-termite material is approved by the Engineer.5.3 Back filling work.

5.3.1 After completion of the compaction under blinding, tie beams and ground slab. Backfilling shall commence using similar excavated material. Care shall be taken to remove

bolder, vegetations and any other deleterious materials.

5.3.2 But prior to back filling, the compacted surface shall be accepted by the Engineer.

5.3.3 The thickness of the back fill shall not be greater than 300mm.

5.3.4 The sub-grade once approved, the excavated materials or any material source

approved by the Engineer shall be placed in layers not more than 300 mm thick followed by

compaction test when surface level is ready.

5.3.5 In-situ dry density test (compaction test) shall be performed at the rate indicated in

the specification.

5.3.6 Back filling followed with compaction shall continue till final level is achieved.6. Safety6.1 All works shall comply with safety procedure or instruction as set in out in project Safety

Plan and Municipality rules and regulation.

6.2 Basic Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) shall be worn by all staff or laborers.

6.3 Trained operator or banks man shall be engaged to control or operate heavy equipment

machine.

7. Quality Assurance Approval7.1 Project Quality Plan

7.2 Inspection and Test Plan

7.3 Project HSE Plan

There are projects that sometimes can proceed for interlock or paving block works while

progressing the main project. This is sometime a technique of the management to avoid

workers to be idle if they have extra people while the project is at starting stage.

So here is the method statement for interlock work that you might want to learn how it will be

done.

1. TitleMethod Statement for Interlock Works

2. Purpose and scope

The purpose of this method statement is to describe the measures and ways of proper

installation of interlock or paving block within our project. The work will be as per the project

specification and approved drawing.


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3. Work procedure

1. Preparationo Before interlock work starts, make sure that sub-grade is compacted when the area is

above natural ground.

o The sub-base shall be compacted with vibratory roller; size of roller shall be suitablefor the area where it could maneuver and can move back and fort.

o Once compacted and met the specification requirement for compaction and approvedby Engineer, base course shall then be placed above compacted sub-base but make

sure thickness of the bases are as per approved drawing.

o MEP rough-in or underground embedments (wherever applicable) shall be in placedbefore interlock work commences.

o In the areas where there are kerb stone, the blinding shall be constructed first serveas the base but make sure it shall be as per drawing.

o The importance of pre-installation of kerb stone is to prevent the migration or dis-alignment of interlock or block, and it will serve as reference line or level.

oAfter compaction of base-course, the black sand shall be laid on it of 50 mm thick.There are cases that the bedding is mixed with cement to adhere cohesiveness but it

will be as per specification requirements.

2. Installation of Interlock or Paving block

o The minimum thickness of interlock shall be 60mm with various colors. Approved

interlock or paving block shall be used in the installation.

o The dimension, thickness and design shall be as per approve shop drawing.o Land surveying shall be made to mark the required levels, alignments, setting out

lines for interlock as per approved drawing.

o Once the whole area is completed, fine sand can then laid on the installed interlock orpaving block. Sand shall be spread evenly on the whole area.

o Plate compactor shall be used to compact the installed interlock or paving blocks.
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o Once compacted, cleaning shall be followed to remove all excess sand and damagedpieces.

o Inspection request will then be submitted to the Engineer for approval.4. Safety

1. All works shall comply with safety procedure or instruction set out in project safety planand Municipality rules and regulations.2. Basic PPE to be worn by all staff or laborers.3. All operatives involve in this work shall be inducted before entering the site.4. Tool box talk shall be conducted regularly.

5. Equipment and tools

1. Interlock cutter2. Plate compactor3. Wheel borrow4. Meter

6. Materials and references

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60mm thick Interlock Tile or paving block2. Approved Drawing3. Specification

Method Statement for Precast Boundary Wall Works

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We have few projects that boundary wall is included. The boundary wall we installed was

precast, the advantage is it is easy and fast to erect.

Here is the method statement for precast boundary wall works.

1. Title

Method Statement for Precast Boundary Wall Works


The aim of this method statement is to describe the process and sequence of erection of

precast elements for the boundary wall in this project.

3. Work procedure

1. Generalo Erection process shall conform to the requirements of project specification and or

relevant standard.

o Precast concrete element will be transported to site after the approval by in-houseQA/QC staff.

o On site survey shall be carried out for all site dimensions, axes locations, and to meetproject requirements.

2. Preparation of Civil Workso Earthwork shall be carried out as per required level.


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o Compaction, testing and blinding shall be done before starting erection.o Main grid line and benchmark will be marked by surveyor.o Site access road for the movement and parking of mobile cranes and trailers will be

ensured at site before starting of erection.

o Backfilling after completion of erection of boundary wall shall be made afterinstallation of precast elements.o Stage 1After erecting of footing and columns.o Stage 2After erecting of first boundary wall panel.

3. Erection of Footingo Footings for columns shall be transported on the bed trailers where they are properly

tied with chains and latches.

o Lifting anchors and sleeves openings are provided in the footings in proper locationsas per design requirements for safe and easy handling and erecting purposes.

o Footing shall be received at site painted with one primer coat of water proofingbitumen followed by two finishing coats of water proofing bitumen.

Precast Footing

o Footing shall either be installed in its location at site using mobile crane of adequatecapacity.

o Individual markings for footings shall be made by the surveyor.o Blinding shall be cleaned and the water proofing bitumen shall be applied before

erecting any precast footing.

o Footing shall be leveled prior to receive column and four line (axis of column) to bemarked on the foundation to specify the locations of the column face.

o Backfilling around the footing shall be done as per approved method statement ofbackfilling works.

4. Erection of Precast Columno Column shall be provided with 1 anchor on hole on top for handling and for erection

purposes.
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Precast Column

o Column shall be transported on flat-bed trailers secured to the trailer with the help oflatching chains or belt.

o Precast column shall be unloaded by mobile crane of adequate capacity.o Then column shall be tilted with crane and lifted vertically in order to bring it to its

exact location onto the footing.

o Column shall be aligned at tail end to match the axis.

o Wooden wedges shall be fixed at the sides between the face of the neck column and

the inner face of the footing to keep the column in place without tilting or displacing.o Verticality of the column shall be checked with the help of line and other instruments

and any deviation shall be adjusted prior to grouting.

o The bottom of the column shall be grouted in the footing with approved groutingmaterial.

5. Erection of Precast Wall
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o Precast walls shall be transported on flat-bed trailers with double A frame securedwith bed of trailer by chain and latches. The precast elements shall be secured with

frame by the help of latching belts.

o Precast wall shall be provided with lifting anchor or hook as per drawing for easy andsafe handling and erecting purposes.

o Precast wall is unloaded from the trailer by mobile crane of adequate capacity.o Precast wall then shall be placed on proper storage racks or taken directly for

erection.

o Precast shall be installed in its exact location between two columns and shall ensurethe stability of the wall and prevent it from tilting or displacing.

o Inspection Request would then be submitted for checking and approval of theEngineer.

4. Safety1. All works shall comply with safety procedure or instruction set out in project safety planand Municipality rules and regulations.

2. Know the safe working load of the hoisting equipment and hardware before use. Neverexceed the Safe Working Load (SWL).

3. Know the height and size of the precast element before rigging for lifting.4. Always inspect the rigging element prior to every use.5. Never wrap the hoist line around the load.6. Always use taglines with the precast element while lifting to keep the load steady.7. Always check the stability of the load before lifting.8.

Check for any over head power lines.9. Make sure that the rigging elements are correct and safe to use for the intended load.

10.Never use damaged slings, blocks, hooks for lifting, all damaged lifting gears to bereturned to the store for repair or replacement.

11.Basic PPE to worn by all staff and laborers.12.Trained operator and banks man will be engaged to control or operate heavy equipmentmachine.

5. Equipments and tools
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1. Mobile crane2. Flat trailers3. Shovel and JCB for excavation4. Plate compactors5. Web sling6. Grinders and drill machines7. Hammers8. Plastic chem for leveling9. Total Station for survey


1. Hollow core panels2. Grouting material3. Approved drawing4. Specification

Method Statement for Application of Waterproofing Membrane

Noel MadesFebruary 18, 2014Method Statements

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The purpose of the application of waterproofing is to prevent the water to percolate or

penetrate into any underground concrete members. When the water penetrates into the sub-

grade concrete like foundation such as: mat foundation, footing, tie beam etc. the steel

reinforcement that embedded in the concrete would corrode due to chemical reaction caused

by water and the structure would eventually fail.

Application of water proofing especially for large structures would have to be strictly supervisedby a quality engineer in order to prevent failure of application or nonconformity to the quality

procedure.

In this method statement well going to use the membrane type waterproofing, this type of

water proofing is advisable for structures like high-rise building which has deeper foundation

where water pressure is extremely high.

Here is the method statement for application of water proofing membrane.

1. Title

Method Statement for Application of Waterproofing Membrane


The purpose of this method statement is to describe the measures and ways of proper

application of waterproofing membrane in our project. Work shall be carried out as per the

drawing and project specification.

3. Work procedure

1. Work preparation and application of primer:
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o Any undulations or protrusions on the surface would be removed in order to obtainsmooth surface. The surface must be thoroughly cleaned and free from dust, dirt

loose materials, oil or grease.

o 50x50mm size fillet made of cement-sand (1:3) mix would be placed along corners ofwalls or neck columns and any other junctions.

2. Applicationo For horizontal waterproofing membrane application. Two layer of 4mm thick

modified bituminous membrane shall be laid fully torched on blinding concrete with

minimum of 100m end laps and 150mm side laps.

o The blinding surface shall be primed with the primer recommended by themanufacturer of the membrane prior to placing the membrane. Prior to succeeding

works the applied primer shall be inspected by the Engineer 24 hours after the

placement.

Primer Application

o Waterproofing membrane installation shall be performed using cylinder fed propanegas torch, trowel to seal the seams of the membrane and knife for cutting.

o The membrane is then placed in the correct torching on position then re-rolled forabout half of its length without changing its orientation.

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The membrane is then un-rolled again and torched on pressing the melted areaagainst the substrate.
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Membrane Application

o Repeat till the entire length of the membrane is bonded firmly onto the surface thenthe second membrane is laid in the same way with an overlap of 150mm at the end

and 100mm at the side.

o An extra length of minimum 300mm of the horizontal membrane shall be left to carryup the vertical surface to maintain continuity of the membrane and be protected as

above.

o For vertical application, two layer of 4mm thick modified bituminous waterproofingmembrane shall be applied to all vertical surfaces of gunited shoring or blockworkswall.

o Before applying the waterproofing membrane, concrete surfaces shall be primed withprimer recommended by the manufacturer of the membrane but the again it should

be inspected by the Engineer 24 hours after the placement.

o The extra portion of 300 mm of the horizontal membrane left shall be turned up andwrapped on to the vertical primed surfaces. The continuity of the membrane shall be

maintained by minimum laps of 150mm.

o The membrane on the exposed external vertical surfaces shall be carried up to aminimum of 150 mm above the finished ground level (i.e. side walk, parapet, etc.) and

tucked into a continuous groove provided for the same and secured firmly withapproved sealant/mastic recommended by the manufacturer of the membrane.

o The membrane fixed on the gunited or concrete wall shall be protected from anydamage due to rebar fixing, formworks, concreting of raft, retaining wall works with

approved type protection board fixed to the membrane.

o All areas of the membrane exposed above ground shall be protected with appropriateflashing.

o Inspection would be submitted for approval of the Engineer.
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o Before fixing of steel reinforcement for foundation, the membrane shall be coveredby one layer of polythene sheet and poured with 50 mm thick layer of cement sand

screed.

Polythene Sheet Above Membrane

4. Safety

1. All works shall comply with safety procedure or instruction as set out in project safetyplan and municipality rules and regulation. All safety recommendations as advised by the

approved sub-contractor.

2. Basic PPE to be worn by all staff or laborers.3. Provide lighting when work at night.

5. Equipments and tools

1. Bobcat or JCB2. Wheel borrow3. Metal tape4. Torch5. knife


1. Modified Bitumen Membrane2.

Specification SectionWaterproofing

3. Drawings
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Method Statement for Dewatering:


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There are cases that the excavation or any underground works can not proceed because of the

water table is at high level or almost on the ground level.

In this case we have underground water tank to be constructed, we found out that the water

table just few meters beneath the ground surface therefore dewatering should have to be

undertaken by us.

In the case of high-rise buildings, we expect that the foundations of those buildings are deep

and we may expect that water beneath at this type of building is unavoidable. Dewatering

equipment would have to be enough in size of pipes, machines, pumps etc. in order to cater the

huge volumes of water to withdraw.

Especially if the foundation type is mat foundation for high-rise building, it is necessary that

dewatering shall be done before and during underground works.

Here is the method statement for dewatering works.

1. Title

Method Statement for dewatering works


1. The purpose of this method statement is to explain the proper procedure on how to dothe dewatering system without any safety violations within our project. The works shall be

done as per specification and approved drawing.


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3. Work procedure

1. Initial preparationo Protect structure, prepare and adjust to the site from damage caused by settlement

and hazards created by dewatering.

o Any closing of roads, streets, or facilities shall be with permission from authority hasjurisdiction and then provide alternative access.

2. Installation of dewatering pipeo The header pipe shall be connected to well points placed at 1 meter centers with

sufficient depth to ensure that lowering of the water table shall be carried out from a

level not less than 1 meter below the excavation bottom.
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o Pre-drilling will be carried out prior to installation of the well point, followed by high-pressure water jetting, to flush out sand and create mini well.

o Provide extra pump encase of breakdown may happen, it can be replacedimmediately and without interruption of dewatering.

o A filter media of 3/16 inches (35 mm) screened black sand shall be inserted aroundthe 3/4 depth of the wells to act as barrier against fines and prevent choking of well

points.

o Operate the dewatering system continuously 24 hours a day until drain and structureshave been constructed to fill material and until written by authorization to cease

dewatering.

o All the header pipes will be connected to discharge pipe running over land to theapproved area by authorities jurisdiction.
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o Dispose the water removed in a manner to avoid endangering public health,environment, and neighboring property.

o For safety purpose, provide safety barrier along the perimeter of the excavated areato prevent fall hazards.

4. Safety

1. All works shall comply with the safety procedure or instruction as set out in projectsafety plan and municipality rules and regulations.

2. Basic Personal Protective Equipment ( PPE ) shall be worn by all staff or laborers.3. All operatives shall be inducted before entering the site.4. Tool box talk shall be conducted before the activity.

5. Equipments and Tools

1. 1 no. of 6 Centrifugal Vacuum assisted pumps2. 8 Header pipes approximately equal to 120 linear meter with fittings.3. 3000 gallon water tank4. 1000 gallon settlement tank5. Rotary auger drilling machine6. 6 meter pipes as well points 2 diameter7. High pressure water jetting pump8. 10 flexible hose for discharge

6. Materials and References1. Approved Shop Drawing or Sketch

Method Statement for Pouring Concrete on Slab on Grade


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After backfilling works the next is casting slab on grade (ground), make sure that all the area

beneath grade slab have been properly backfilled and compacted.

Approval must be obtained from the Engineer for waterproofing and backfilling works prior to

start slab on grade casting.

Here is the method statement of Slab on Grade preparation and concrete pouring.

1. Title

Method Statement for Casting Slab on Grade


The purpose of this method statement is to explain the proper procedure on how to prepare

and cast slab on grade or any horizontal element or member including fixation of steel

reinforcement, MEP embedments, fixing of shutter etc. without injuries.

3. Work procedure1. Site planningo Deliveryfresh concrete shall be batched from the approved supplier of concrete.

Concrete will be delivered direct to the site and to be received by assistant Quality

Engineer for checking of the required criteria of concrete. The assistant QC Engineer

will make sure the concrete delivered is as per the approved design mix for the

situated member to be casted.

o All data for testing on fresh concrete at site shall be recorded on the concrete pourcard.

2. Preparationo After the blinding is casted and placement of waterproofing is done, the preparation

and casting for slab on grade shall be done.

o Fix the reinforcement steel as per the approved drawings, sometimes A393 BRC meshis indicated in the drawing and most commonly use in 250mm thick concrete grade

slab.

o Any loose binder or ties along the splices reinforcement steel shall be re-tightened.Bend inward the free ends of the binding wire or ties.

o Use PVC spacer for vertical bars and concrete spacer for bottom as concrete covers.o Ensure and coordinate with MEP staff for any MEP works required on the area as per

approved drawings.

o Fix the forms such; supports, sleeves etc., if any.o Any damaged materials used for form work or shutter like plywood shall not be used.o All surface of forms or shutter facing concrete shall be treated with shuttering oil and

dampen with water few minutes before concrete will be poured.

o Clean the slabs on grade using air compressor for dust or any small particles ordeleterious materials that may impair the workability of concrete.

o The surveyor will then checked the level of the projected top surface of the slab andplace level strips if necessary to mark the exact level.


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o The concreting are as must be arranged with necessary equipment or tools forconcreting use such as vibrators, power float machine, shovel etc.

o Skilled and unskilled labor shall need to use safety requirements such as safetyhelmet, safety shoes, goggles, gloves, vest etc.

o Safety devices and safety warnings shall be provided starting from the site entrancegate till the casting area.

o Proper lighting must be available in case of night concreting.

3. Concrete pouringo The concrete mixer must be stopped at the check point for the inspection of slump

test and to obtain sample cubes for test.

o One set of cubes shall be taken every 50 cubic meter concrete, each set consist of 6cubes, 3 cubes to be tested on 7th days and 3 cubes to be tested for 28th days.

o Extra three cubes can be made for re-checking if in case circumstances may happen.o Unload the concrete within 90 minutes from the batching plant loading time.o Compact the concrete properly by using mechanical vibrators, extra vibrator shall be

available in case of any shortage or mechanical problems.

o Use approved hardener material after casting concrete when required. Make sureapplications shall be as per manufacturers recommendation.

o Use the power float for the smooth finish surface purpose. Store extra power floatnear the casting area in case of any mechanical malfunctioning.

o Cure the casted area properly with covering concrete with hessian cloth andpolythene sheet on top but before placing the concrete wet the hessian with water.

o Cure the concrete by spraying water three times per day for a period of 7 days.
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o The casted area or member shall be protected by placing barricade to prevent plantsand machineries damaged the concrete.

o Concrete pour card shall be filled by Quality Engineer and to be submitted to theEngineer including concrete delivery notes, this task will be done whenever required.

o Concrete cube test report shall be submitted to the Engineer4. Safety

1. All works shall comply with safety procedure or instruction set out in project safety planand municipality rules and regulations.

2. Basic PPE to be worn by all staff and laborers.3. Trained operator and banksman would be engaged to control or operate heavyequipment machine.

4. Provide sufficient lighting whenever night casting.5. Equipment and tools

1. Concrete Pump2. Concrete Mixer3.

Mini truck4. Bob cat

5. Concrete vibrators6. Wheel borrow7. Slump tray8. Slump cone and other associated tools9. Rubber hammer

6. Materials and References

1. C40/20 Concrete Grade with additives2. Deformed bars or A393 BRC mesh3. Approved drawing

Method Statement for Footing Concrete Pouring


0

When we talk about foundations, there are various types that we can use depending on the

structural design. The types of foundations are: Isolated footing, Combined Footing, Mat

Foundations, Strap Foundations, Bored Pile, Pile Drive etc.

In our project we do have usually Isolated footing foundations. When I was in my previous

company we had Mat Foundation which Im going to write a method statement later. So Im

going to share to you the Method Statement or Procedure on how well going to pour concrete

on footing foundation.

Here is the Method Statement for Footing Concrete Pouring


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1. Title

Method Statement for Footing Concrete Pouring

2. Scope

The purpose of this Method Statement is to describe the measures and ways of completing

concrete pour work for footings on this project. The works shall be carried out in compliancewith the drawings and project specification.

3. Work Procedure

1. Reinforcemento It is intended to cut and bend rebar on site as per the bar bending schedules.

o Some footings are composed of top and bottom reinforcement, the bottom bars shallbe supported with concrete block or spacer of correct thickness.

o Inspection Request ( IR ) would be submitted for steel reinforcement for checking andapproval of the Engineer prior to concrete casting.

2. Castingo Make sure that the area within the shutter to be poured with concrete is cleaned.

Remove all rubbish, dirt, and any other deleterious material via air compressor.

o Inspection Request can be submitted to the Engineer or Consultant for approval offixed steel reinforcement and installed forms, if casting shall not take place on the

same day.
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o Readymade concrete shall be provided from batching plant approved by theEngineer. The rate of concrete supply shall be 30 to 50 Cubic Meter per hour.

o The required number of concrete pumps will be available on site; extra pump will beon standby ready for any incident circumstances.

o Concrete vibrators shall be ready to use at time of receiving concrete. Number ofvibrators shall be depending on concreted area to improve well compaction forconcrete pump.

o Computerized delivery ticket shall be checked for conformity as per the approveddesign mix.

o Slump and temperature shall be carried out from each concrete truck mixer.o Slump shall not more than 150mm and not less than 100mm as per Engineers

instruction and approval. Temperature of fresh concrete shall not more than 30 deg.

Celsius as per BS Standard.

o All data required for daily concrete schedule sheet will be recorded in the dailyconcrete pour card.

o Concrete at truck mixer shall not exceed more than 90 minutes from leaving batchingplant.

o On acceptance, mix shall be directly unloaded in the concrete pumps. Care shall betaken to make sure that concrete mix is not dropping from more than a height of 2

meter.

o Concrete when introduced to the footing at first level of 400mm shall then bevibrated, the same shall be done for the succeeding layer of concrete until footing top

level is reached.
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o When concrete reach proposed level; hand trowelling should carry out to get a

smooth surface according to the top footing level.

o When the concrete is cured it shall then be applied with water proofing system inaccordance to the specification.

o For approval: Inspection request would be submitted to the Engineer or Consultantfor the concrete pouring approval.

4. Safety

1. All works shall comply with safety procedure or instruction set out in project safety planand Municipality rules and regulations.

2. Basic PPE to worn by all staff and laborers.3. Trained operator and banks man will be engaged to control or operate heavy equipmentmachine.

5. Equipment and Tools

1. Concrete pump2.

Truck Mixer

3. Boom loader4. Bobcat5. Concrete Vibrators6. Wheel borrow7. Surveying instrument8. Metal tape9. Slump cone10.Slump tray11.Trowel12.Cubes13.Shovel

6. Materials and Reference

1. C40/20 Concrete Grade with 70-80% GGBS2. Deformed Bars: 20mm dia., 16mm dia., 10mm dia.

The material mentioned above are as per our project specification, please read your project

specs before writing method statement.
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Method Statement for Liquid Applied Bituminous Waterproofing


1

There are two types of water proofing we used on construction site, this is based from my

experience. There is what we call SBS Modified Waterproofing Membrane which shall need to

be torched by flame and we have Liquid Applied Water Proofing, this one we are going to make

the method statement.

The uses of each type shall be depending on the requirements or as per specification of the

project.

The Liquid Applied Waterproofing has economical advantage, guess what? You dont need to

cast blinding or PCC above it as protection when membrane type youll used, but then again it is

still depending on the specification.

Here is the Method Statement for Liquid Applied Bituminous Waterproofing.

1. Title

o Method Statement for Liquid Applied Bituminous Waterproofing2. Purpose and scope

o This method statement shows how is the proper way of application of liquid appliedbituminous waterproofing to blinding or PCC as specified in the specification and approved

drawing.

3. Work Procedure

1. Delivery and Storageo Material shall be delivered to site by truck or any proprietary vehicle that material

shall reached on site undamaged.

o Make sure that material is sealed with labels indicating the manufacturer name, trademark, date of manufacture and expiry.

o Material shall be stored in a safe material storage with shade and or at the area out ofdirect sunlight.

2. Surface Preparationo Preparation and cleaning shall be made on the area by removing loose material and

using soft broom stick or the like.

o Oil, grease and paints shall be removed by using rug cloth and paint scraperrespectively.

o Cracks shall be repaired with approved repairing material.


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3. Applicationo Application of liquid applied bituminous waterproofing shall be carried out by

approved subcontractor or main contractor.

o Liquid applied bituminous waterproofing system shall be applied on sound, smooth,dry clean concrete surface.

o The substrate shall be free from cracks, if any repair of crack shall then be made.o Firstly, earth pits and pipes shall be completed before application of bituminous

waterproofing.

o Liquid applied bituminous waterproofing shall be laid with roller but extra care wouldbe taken to avoid splash and wastage of material.

o Liquid applied bituminous waterproofing shall be applied with 2 coats but number ofcoatings shall be as per manufacturers recommendation.

4. Safety


2. Basic PPE shall be worn by all staff or laborers.3. All operatives shall be inducted before entering the site.4. Tool box talk shall be conducted before the activity.5. Approved respirator shall be worn during application

5. Equipments and Tools1. Roller2. Slow Speed Drill Machine3. Container4. Brush5. PPE: Gloves, Respirator, Safety warning device, Safety shoes etc.

6. Materials and References

1. Approved Bituminous Waterproofing Material
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2. Approved Shop Drawing

Method Statement for Anti-termite Treatment

Noel MadesJanuary 28, 2014Method Statements

1

One important activity on site is application of Anti-termite. By the way, this is always written in

the specification.

This activity shall be done before theBlinding Works.But before we submit a Method

Statement for this activity to the Engineer we should first read again the specification in order

to comply the specific requirements being written on it.

Here is the Method Statement for Anti-termite Treatment.

1. Title

Method Statement for Anti-termite Treatment

2. Purpose and scope1. The scope of the work is a proper way of Anti-termite Treatment ( vertically andhorizontally ) with the use of (approved Anti-termite Material ) on all concrete in contact

with the soil.

3. Work Procedure

1. Preliminary Activities
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o Properly coordinate with the concern party or main contractor on how the processwill be done with regards to application scheduling and area preparation.

o Coordinate and confirmation of people site access. And the water source accessibilityon site.

o The Method Statement ( MS ), Material Safety Data Sheet ( MSDS ) and MaterialApproval Request ( MAR) must be on hand with the QA/QC Engineer beforecommencement of the work.

2. Pre construction Activitieso Remove all wooden pieces, concrete debris, plastic strips, tree stump roots,

deleterious materials etc.

o The soil shall be leveled and compacted if in case bottom of the blinding beforetreatment starts.

o All construction related tests shall be approved by the Engineer prior to treatment.3. Construction Activitieso Under PCC of Foundationo

After the advice of the Engineer to proceed, the application shall immediately beginby first preparing and mixing the solutions of Approved Anti-termite material diluted

with water at a rate of 1:49 Liter water as per manufacturers recommendation.

o A solution of approved Anti-termite material diluted with water at a rate of 1:49 Litershall be sprayed prior to casting of blinding of footing or any foundation type with the

application rate of 4 to 5 liter per square meter.

o The treated area shall then be covered with polythene sheet, it can be opened freeuntil 2 hours, and then casting can be started. Casting must be completed by 2 to 24

hours after the Anti-termite application.

o Trench Around the Foundation Wall
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o Back fill the sides up to the top level of the proposed foundation ( considering thatthe height of the foundation will exceed more than 1 meter ).

o Make a trench with 150mm width by 150mm depth along the perimeter of thefoundation.

o A solution of Approved Anti-termite material diluted with water at a rate of 1:49 Litershall be sprayed with an application rate of 5 -6 Liter per linear meter int the trenchalong the perimeter of the foundation.

o The trench shall be back filled within 24 hours of treatment.o Under PCC of Tie Beamo A solution of Approved Anti-termite material diluted with water at a rate of 1:49 Liter

shall be sprayed prior to the casting of PCC of tie beams with the application rate of 4

to 5 Liter square meter.

o The treated area must be immediately covered by polythene sheet, it can beuncovered for 2 hours before casting. And casting must be completed by 2 to 24

hours after Anti-termite application.

Polythene sheet covering

o Underground Slab and Along the Side of the Beamso Trench shall be constructed with a measure of 150mm by 150mm depth along the

perimeter of the tie beams.

o A solution of the Approved Anti-termite material diluted with water at a rate of 1:49Liter will be sprayed prior to ground slab casting with the application rate of 4 to 5 per

square meter.

o With the same solution of Approved Anti-termite material, apply 5 to 6 Liter per linearmeter into the trench along the perimeter of the tie beams. Back fill the trench after

letting the termiticide subside within 2 hours. Back filling must be done within 2 to 24

hours after anti-termite application.

o Along the Outside Perimeter of the Buildingo Make a trench, 150mm in width and 150mm in depth, along the external perimeter of

the building at the same level of the landscape.
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o A solution of Approved Anti-termite material diluted with water at a rate of 1:49 Literwill be sprayed into the trench along the external perimeter of the building with an

application rate of 5 to 6 Liter per linear meter.

o Back fill the trench within 2 to 24 hours after the treatment.4. Safety


2. Basic Personal Protective Equipment ( PPE ) shall be worn by all staff or laborers.3. All operatives shall be inducted before entering the site.4. Tool box talk shall be conducted before the activity.


1. Power Sprayer (dieseldriven) fixed at the carriage of the service car2. Spray Nozzle ( used to facilitate the formations of spray in the targeted area)3. Personal Protective Equipment, Safety helmet, Safety gloves, Safety shoes, eyeprotection or goggles, approved respirator and safety jacket.

6. Materials and Reference1. Approved Anti-termite Material2. Approved Shop Drawing or Sketch

So I am hoping that the above Method Statement has brought information to the Engineers and

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Method Statement for Blinding Works


2

After completion of compaction and application of Anti-termite, the blinding shall then be

casted.

But the QA/QC Engineer shall take first the approval of the applications of Anti-termite from

the Engineer by submitting an Inspection Request ( IR ).


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Here is the Method Statement of this activity:

1. Title

o Method Statement for Blinding Works2. Purpose and scope

1.

The purpose of this is to describe the measures and ways of doing blinding works in ourproject site. Works shall be carried out in compliance with the drawing and project

specification.

3. Work Procedure

1. Setting outo [Company] surveyor would conduct site survey to stake-out the lines and levels of the

areas of the blinding to be casted. The mark shall be as per the approved drawing.

2. Applicationo After getting compaction test results which shall be equal or above the 95 percent of

the Maximum Dry Density.

o The shuttering form on the blinding must be fixed, aligned and leveled properlybefore start pouring concrete.

o The Engineer must check the setting out, dimensions, alignment, thicken and the levelfor the shutter of the blinding through inspection request from the contractor.

o The Anti-termite shall be sprayed on the compacted blinding area by using theapproved materials and works will be as per approved Anti-termite method

statement.
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o The newly placed Anti-termite shall be properly covered by using approved polythenesheet commonly with a 1000 gauge thickness.

o The concrete must cast within 24 hours after the Anti-termite has been placed.o The contractor must prepare a sketch showing the casting areas, pump and trucks

access, pump location, concrete trucks check points and submit to the Engineer.

o Skilled laborers provided with all safety requirements such s safety helmet, overalls,safety shoes, goggles. gloves, vest etc.

o Safety precautions shall be taken in to considerations starting from the site entrancegate including the pump and trucks access till the surrounding of the casting area.

o Proper light must be available for when of concrete pouring at night.o The concrete trucks must unload the concrete within two hours from the batch

loading time.

o During the concreting operation, the concrete shall be compacted properly by usingmechanical vibrators.

o Extra vibrators must be available at time of casting concrete.o

The blinding thickness shall be achieved as per drawing or specification.o The casted blinding shall be cured properly with covering wet hessian clothe.o Concrete must be cured from two to three times daily for a period of 7 days.o The blinding shall then be protected with safety warning device to prevent the casted

blinding from damages may cause by the working machineries.

o The surface of blinding shall be made smooth, repair of thermal cracks and make trueleveling to receive water proofing bitumen.

4.Safety


2. Basic PPE shall be worn by all staff or laborers.3. Trained operator or banksman would be engaged to control or operate heavyequipment machine.


1. Heavy EquipmentTruck mixer, Concrete Pump, Boom Loader2. Activities EquipmentWheel borrow, Surveying Instrument, Metal Tape

6.Materials and Reference

1. Materials20 Mpa Blinding Concrete (C20/20 Grade)2. ReferenceSpecification SectionConcrete Works, Drawings

The Inspection and Test Plan shall be made together with the Checklist.

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Method Statement for Blinding Works


2

After completion of compaction and application of Anti-termite, the blinding shall then be

casted.


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But the QA/QC Engineer shall take first the approval of the applications of Anti-termite from

the Engineer by submitting an Inspection Request ( IR ).

Here is the Method Statement of this activity:

1. Title

o Method Statement for Blinding Works2. Purpose and scope

1. The purpose of this is to describe the measures and ways of doing blinding works in ourproject site. Works shall be carried out in compliance with the drawing and project

specification.

3. Work Procedure

1. Setting outo [Company] surveyor would conduct site survey to stake-out the lines and levels of the

areas of the blinding to be casted. The mark shall be as per the approved drawing.

2. Applicationo After getting compaction test results which shall be equal or above the 95 percent of

the Maximum Dry Density.

o The shuttering form on the blinding must be fixed, aligned and leveled properlybefore start pouring concrete.

o The Engineer must check the setting out, dimensions, alignment, thicken and the levelfor the shutter of the blinding through inspection request from the contractor.
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o The Anti-termite shall be sprayed on the compacted blinding area by using theapproved materials and works will be as per approved Anti-termite method

statement.

o The newly placed Anti-termite shall be properly covered by using approved polythenesheet commonly with a 1000 gauge thickness.

o The concrete must cast within 24 hours after the Anti-termite has been placed.o The contractor must prepare a sketch showing the casting areas, pump and trucks

access, pump location, concrete trucks check points and submit to the Engineer.

o Skilled laborers provided with all safety requirements such s safety helmet, overalls,safety shoes, goggles. gloves, vest etc.

o Safety precautions shall be taken in to considerations starting from the site entrancegate including the pump and trucks access till the surrounding of the casting area.

o Proper light must be available for when of concrete pouring at night.o The concrete trucks must unload the concrete within two hours from the batch

loading time.

oDuring the concreting operation, the concrete shall be compacted properly by usingmechanical vibrators.

o Extra vibrators must be available at time of casting concrete.o The blinding thickness shall be achieved as per drawing or specification.o The casted blinding shall be cured properly with covering wet hessian clothe.o Concrete must be cured from two to three times daily for a period of 7 days.o The blinding shall then be protected with safety warning device to prevent the casted

blinding from damages may cause by the working machineries.

o The surface of blinding shall be made smooth, repair of thermal cracks and make trueleveling to receive water proofing bitumen.

4.Safety


2. Basic PPE shall be worn by all staff or laborers.3. Trained operator or banksman would be engaged to control or operate heavyequipment machine.


1. Heavy EquipmentTruck mixer, Concrete Pump, Boom Loader2. Activities EquipmentWheel borrow, Surveying Instrument, Metal Tape

6.Materials and Reference

1. Materials20 Mpa Blinding Concrete (C20/20 Grade)2. ReferenceSpecification SectionConcrete Works, DrawingsThe Inspection and Test Plan shall be made together with the Checklist.

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Item Quality Assurance, QA Quality Control, QC

1. Project

Procurement

QA provided Scope of Work,

Conditions of Contract,

Specification.

QC is to adopt and follow what

are the requirements in the

Scope of work, Condition of

Contract, Specification. And to

execute the project as per such

standards in no more no less.

QC shall make sure that all

works to be executed as per

standards and drawings.

2. Drawing QA ensures drawings aresubmitted and approved by

the Local Authorities and or

Engineer for site application.

QC will conduct periodicalchecks of revisions and issue log

of drawings to staff to update

them for the new revisions. QC

will withdraw uncontrolled copy

of drawings.

3. Materials QA is to make sure materials

is submitted via Material

Approval Request (MAR) and

shall ensure compliance of

specification.

QC is to Monitor the latest

revision of Material Approval

Request (MAR) by acquiring

material log sheet from

Document Control. QC is tocheck materials upon arrival on

site to verify compliance from

the approved MAR. QC is to

conduct site surveillance for the

materials used on site.

4. Document

Controller

QA to record the outgoing

and incoming of the materials

submittal or MAR, Drawings

and Related Documents and

make sure recorded it in log

sheets. Document controlling

process or procedure set out

in the company procedures

shall be followed.

QC shall make sure that such

documents are stamped and

filed in a manner that it can be

searchable. When placed in box

files make sure clearly labeled.

QC shall stamped drawings with

"Controlled Copy" for the latest

revision and otherwise stamped

as "Superseded". Drawing shall

Stamped "Issued for

Construction" when released

for site use.


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Before a QA/QC Engineer starts his or her work on a newly opened project he or she must

initially take the time reading the important documents constituted on the project.

The QA/QC Engineer shall ask the documents from his Quality Manager if no any documents

available at his or her hand.

The QA/QC Engineer may also approach the project document controller to request the copy of

important company documents, that he or she needs to study.

Here are the important documents that a QA/QC Engineer must read before the start of the

project:

Specification

The specification is a set of requirements or detailed description of work to be done, materials

to be used in a project.

It is given to the contractor from the employer on the tendering period. It is filed in the

document controller office ready for any site staff to request for a copy.

This document shall be the first one to read by the QA/QC Engineer.

Project Quality Plan:

A plan that describes the responsibilities, functions and procedures to be followed in a project,

to meet the projects quality control requirements.

The Project Quality Plan shall be made by the Quality Manager of the project and it shall be

submitted to the Engineers for approval before the commencements of any activity on site. It is

a guide-book of a project.

5. QA/QC

Engineer

Example: Ceramic tile

Material

QA shall make sure that

material has MAR approved.

QC shall issue a Material

Inspection for checking with the

Engineer. QC shall verify the

size, thickness, colour shade

and the supplier. Requirements

from approved MAR shall be

verified by means of such

physical check.

6. Site

Activity

QA is concern with the

fabrication of Method

Statement, Inspection and

Test Plan including Checklist

for each activity in order to

meet the requirements.

QC is to check and verify the

activity, material and tests by

means of Inspections as

detailed in the MS and ITP.

Stages of activity that will satisfy

standard or requirements shall

be written on Checklist.


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Drawings:

This is a plan or sketches of the project. The QA/QC Engineer must read and study the drawings

carefully.

The drawing has four categories, Structural, Architectural, Electrical, Mechanical including

Heating Ventilation and Air-conditioning (HVAC).

Why it is said carefully because in the general notes it is sometimes written there the most

important requirements especially in the structural drawing. Highlight the most important lines

to easily track back when you want to read it again.

Other documents such as Quality Manual, Quality Policy, Quality Procedures etc. These are the

company documents that a QA/QC Engineer must also read.

We will discuss more about documents so please subscribe to this site to get new updates in

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Tolerances in ConstructionMust Remember by Quality Engineer:

In construction whether vertical or horizontal there is what we always keep in mind that so

called Tolerance I am going to post it here in order to easily for you to find, if you cant

remember because there are too many of them, and if you want to read again just simply

bookmark the post or make this on your favorites.

Firstly, here is the meaning of Tolerance is the permissible limit or limits of variation of

physical dimension, a measured value or physical property of a material or manufacturedobject.

Variation in Concrete

5PYRTKZSVERN

1. Variation from the plumb

1.1 In the lines and surfaces of columns, walls and in arises

Area Tolerance

In any story or 6 meter max. 6mm

In 12 meter or more 10mm

1.2 For exposed corner column, control joints, grooves and other conspicuous lines


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1. Variation from the plumb

In any story or 6 meter max. 6mm


2. Variation from the level or from the grade indicated on the drawings

2.1 From level around perimeter of the building, at stairs and similar critical

locations, shall not vary from more than +/- 10mm from level shown on the

drawings.

2.2 In floors, ceiling, beam soffit and arises maximum difference between any two

points.

Area Tolerance

In 3 meter 4mm

In any bay or 6 meter max. 6mm


2.3 For exposed lintels, sills, horizontal grooves and other conspicuous lines



3. Variation in plan dimensions from the established building gridlines to related

columns, walls and partition.

4. Variation in the size and location of the sleeves, floor and wall openings 6mm.

Area Tolerance


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3. Variation in plan dimensions from the established building gridlines to related

columns, walls and partition.



5. Variation in cross-sectional dimensions of columns and beams, and in the thickness of

slabs and walls

Area Tolerance

Minus 6mm

Plus 12mm

6. Footings

6.1 Variation in plan dimensions

Area/Description Tolerance

Minus 6mm

Plus 12mm

6.2 Misplacement or eccentricity

2% of the footing width in the direction of misplacement but not more than 50

mm.

6.3 Variation in thickness


Decrease 5% of the thickness but not more than 25mm


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6. Footings

Increase No limit

7. Variation in steps

7.1 In plight of stairs


rise 3mm

tread 3mm

7.2 In consecutive steps

rise 2mm

tread 3mm

Tolerances in placements of reinforcement

1 Clear distance


1.1 to formed soffit - 6mm

1.2 to other formed surfaces +/- 6mm

2 Minimum spacing between bars -6 mm

3 Clear distance from unformed surface to top reinforcement

3.1 members 200mm deep or less +/- 6mm

3.2 members more than 200mm deep but less than 600mm - 6mm


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1 Clear distance

deep +12mm

3.3 members 600mm deep or greater -6mm +25mm

4 Longitudinal locations of bends and ends of reinforcement

4.1 General +/- 50mm

Discontinuous ends +/- 12mm

5 Length of bar laps and anchorage -25mm

Thats all Ive read. if you have supplements to the above tolerances please feel free to

comment or leave your reply below.