Specifications

[Link] detailed specification for following:

i) Earthwork excavation for foundation

ii) Burnt brick masonry for super structure in CM 1: 6.

iii) Plastering work in CM 1:6, 12mm thick

iv) R.C.C work proportion 1:2:4

i) EARTHWORK EXCAVATION FOR FOUNDATION:

1. Foundation Requirements:
- Trenches shall be dug to exact width of foundation concrete
- Sides must be perfectly vertical
- If soil doesn't permit vertical sides, slope back or use timber shoring
- Excavated earth must be placed at least 1 meter from trench edge

2. Trench Finish:
- Bottom must be perfectly leveled both longitudinally and transversally
- Sides dressed vertically from bottom up
- Bed must be lightly watered and well rammed
- Any excess digging must be filled with concrete at contractor's expense
- Soft/defective spots must be removed and filled with concrete
- If rocks found, must be removed and bed leveled

3. Water Management:
- Any accumulated water must be bailed/pumped out without extra payment
- Prevent surface water from entering trenches
- Take necessary precautions against water seepage

4. Trench Filling:
- After concrete laying and masonry construction, fill remaining portion with earth
- Fill in 150mm layers, water and ram well
- Earth filling must be free from rubbish and clods
- Break all lumps before filling
- Remove and dispose of surplus earth
- Level and dress site

5. Measurement:
- Taken in cubic meters
- Volume = Rectangular trench bottom width × Vertical depth × Length
- Don't consider extra volume due to sloping sides
- Rate includes all tools and plants for 30m lead and 1.50m lift

ii) BURNT BRICK MASONRY FOR SUPERSTRUCTURE IN CM 1:6:

1. Materials:
- First class bricks: well-burnt, uniform size, free from cracks
- Cement: Portland cement confirming to IS standards
- Sand: clean, sharp, free from impurities
- Water: clean and free from harmful substances

2. Mortar Preparation:
- Cement to sand ratio 1:6
- Mix materials dry until uniform color obtained
- Add water gradually for proper consistency
- Prepare only quantity usable within initial setting time

3. Brick Laying:
- Soak bricks for minimum 12 hours before use
- Lay in English bond unless specified otherwise
- Courses must be truly horizontal and plumb
- Maximum mortar joint thickness 10mm
- Use only skilled masons
- Lay bricks with frogs upward except top course
- Maximum 1m height at a time
- Leave 45° stepping when work delayed

4. Curing:
- Keep work well watered for minimum 15 days

5. Scaffolding:
- Provide necessary and suitable scaffolding
- Must be strong enough to sustain all loads

iii) PLASTERING WORK IN CM 1:6, 12MM THICK:

1. Materials:
- Cement: Fresh Portland cement
- Sand: Clean, free from impurities
- Water: Clean and potable

2. Surface Preparation:
- Rake out joints to 18mm depth
- Brush clean surface
- Water and keep wet for two days before plastering

3. Mortar Preparation:
- Mix cement and sand in 1:6 ratio
- Prepare only quantity usable within initial setting time
- Mix thoroughly for uniform consistency

4. Application:
- Start from top and proceed downward
- Make surface level with wooden straight edges
- Rub thoroughly with wooden floats
- Ensure smooth and even surface

5. Curing:
- Keep well watered for minimum 15 days

iv) R.C.C WORK PROPORTION 1:2:4:

1. Materials:
- Cement: Portland cement conforming to IS standards
- Sand: Clean, sharp river sand
- Aggregate: 20mm size, hard, dense, durable
- Steel: High strength deformed bars
- Water: Clean and free from harmful substances

2. Form Work:
- Use seasoned timber/steel sheets
- Must be water-tight
- Oil or grease surfaces for easy removal
- Strong enough to withstand concrete pressure

3. Mixing:
- Use mechanical mixer
- Mix materials dry first
- Add water gradually
- Continue mixing for minimum 2 minutes

4. Laying:
- Place in layers not exceeding 150mm
- Compact thoroughly using mechanical vibrator
- Provide proper cover for reinforcement
- Ensure continuous laying
- If suspended, slope end at 30°

5. Curing:
- Protect fresh concrete from rain
- Start curing after 24 hours
- Cure for minimum 14 days
- Use clean water for curing

6. Form Removal:
- Remove after 14 days
- Remove carefully to avoid damage
- Remove gradually and systematically

7. Measurement:
- Measure in cubic meters
- Rate includes formwork and tools
- Excludes steel reinforcement

[Link] detailed technical specification for the following:

i)12mm thick plastering for walls with CM1:6

ii)First class brick masonary for super structure CM1:4

iii)Earthwork excavation for foundation

iv) Mosaic/Terrazo flooring.

i) 12MM THICK PLASTERING FOR WALLS WITH CM 1:6 (20 marks)

A. Materials (5 marks):
1. Cement:
- Fresh Portland cement conforming to IS standards
- Initial setting time not less than 30 minutes
- Grade 33 or higher

2. Sand:
- Clean, sharp river sand
- Free from clay, silt, organic matter
- Sieved through appropriate mesh
- Well-graded according to specifications

B. Surface Preparation (5 marks):

1. Wall preparation:
- Rake out joints to 18mm depth
- Clean surface thoroughly with wire brush
- Remove dust and loose particles
- Wet surface for 2 days before plastering

2. Pre-plastering checks:
- Check plumb of wall
- Verify all services are completed
- Install level markers/guides

C. Mortar Preparation (5 marks):

1. Mixing:
- Mix cement and sand in 1:6 ratio by volume
- Dry mix thoroughly until uniform color
- Add clean water gradually
- Prepare only usable quantity within initial setting time

2. Consistency:
 - Maintain workable consistency
- Check slump as per specifications
- No retempering allowed

D. Application & Finishing (5 marks):

1. Application method:
- Start from top and work downward
- Apply with trowel uniformly
- Maintain 12mm thickness throughout
- Use wooden straight edge for leveling

2. Finishing:
- Finish with wooden float
- Ensure even surface without undulations
- Cure for minimum 15 days
- Check for soundness and adhesion

ii) FIRST CLASS BRICK MASONRY FOR SUPERSTRUCTURE CM 1:4 (20 marks)

A. Materials (5 marks):
1. Bricks:
- First class burnt bricks
- Uniform size and shape
- Compressive strength minimum 7.5 N/mm²
- Water absorption less than 15%
- Free from cracks and flaws

2. Cement Mortar:
- Portland cement conforming to IS standards
- Clean river sand
- 1:4 cement-sand ratio
- Clean water for mixing

B. Preparation (5 marks):
1. Brick preparation:
- Soak bricks for 12 hours before use
- Clean and free from dirt
- Stack properly at worksite

2. Mortar mixing:
- Mix cement and sand dry
- Add water gradually
- Prepare fresh batch every 30 minutes
- Maintain consistent workability

C. Construction Method (5 marks):

1. Laying technique:
- Follow English bond pattern
 - Maintain uniform mortar joints (10mm)
- Check plumb and alignment regularly
- Maximum 1m height per day
- Proper corner junctions

2. Quality control:
- Check horizontal courses
- Maintain verticality
- Proper brick bond
- Clean excess mortar

D. Curing & Protection (5 marks):

1. Curing:
- Start after 24 hours
- Continue for 15 days minimum
- Keep work constantly wet
- Protect from extreme weather

2. Protection:
- Cover fresh work
- Protect from rain/sun
- Proper scaffolding
- Safety measures

iii) EARTHWORK EXCAVATION FOR FOUNDATION (20 marks)

A. Site Preparation (5 marks):

1. Initial setup:
- Mark foundation layout
- Clear site of vegetation
- Remove obstacles
- Set out reference lines

2. Safety measures:
- Shore trenches over 1.5m depth
- Provide proper access
- Warning signs
- Safety barriers

B. Excavation Requirements (5 marks):

1. Dimensions:
- Exact width as per foundation design
- Vertical sides
- Proper depth as per drawings
- Level bottom

2. Soil handling:
- Place excavated soil 1m away from edge
 - Separate topsoil
- Remove unsuitable material
- Proper disposal method

C. Trench Preparation (5 marks):

1. Bottom preparation:
- Level horizontally and vertically
- Proper ramming
- Remove soft spots
- Clean bottom surface

2. Special conditions:
- Handle water seepage
- Remove rock if encountered
- Deal with loose soil
- Support utilities if found

D. Backfilling & Measurement (5 marks):

1. Backfilling:
- Use approved material
- 150mm thick layers
- Proper compaction
- Adequate watering

2. Measurement:
- Calculate in cubic meters
- Consider only actual dimensions
- Include all tools and equipment
- Follow specified lead and lift

iv) MOSAIC/TERRAZO FLOORING (20 marks)

A. Base Preparation (5 marks):

1. Concrete base:
- 25mm thick base in 1:2:4 mix
- Level surface
- Proper curing
- Clean and roughen surface

2. Under layer:
- Check levels
- Proper slope
- Surface preparation
- Edge strips installation

B. Tile Specifications (5 marks):

1. Tile quality:
- 200mm x 200mm x 20mm size
 - Hydraulic pressure >14 N/mm²
- Pre-polished surface
- Uniform thickness

2. Material ratio:
- Cement to sand 1:3 for backing
- Cement to marble powder 3:1:7
- Quality marble chips
- Proper pigments

C. Installation Process (5 marks):

1. Laying method:
- 20mm cement mortar bedding
- Neat cement slurry coating
- Proper leveling
- Joint thickness 1.5mm maximum

2. Joint treatment:
- Clean joints
- White cement filling
- Match tile color
- Proper finishing

D. Finishing & Curing (5 marks):

1. Polishing:
- Machine grinding
- Three-stage process
- Final polish
- Clean surface

2. Curing:
- Minimum 7 days curing
- Protect from traffic
- Final cleaning
- Maintenance instructions

3 Explain detailed specifications for the following items of work

a. Earth work in excavation for foundation.

b. Burnt Brick masonry in CM 1: 6 for super structure.

c. Cement concrete for Roof slab in 1:2:4.

d. Cement plastering in CM 1:4.

A) EARTH WORK IN EXCAVATION FOR FOUNDATION (5 marks)

1. Foundation Trenches:
- Must be dug to exact width of foundation concrete
- Sides shall be perfectly vertical
- If soil doesn't permit vertical sides, provide timber shoring
- Excavated earth must be placed minimum 1 meter away from trench edge

2. Trench Bottom and Sides:

- Bottom must be leveled both longitudinally and transversely
- Sides must be dressed vertical from bottom up
- Bed must be lightly watered and well rammed
- Any excess digging must be filled with concrete at contractor's expense

3. Special Conditions:
- Remove soft/defective spots and fill with concrete/stabilized soil
- Remove rocks/boulders if found and level bed
- No foundation concrete until engineer-in-charge approves trench
- Any valuables found are government property

4. Water Management:
- Bail/pump out accumulated water without extra payment
- Prevent surface water entry into trenches
- Take necessary precautions for water control

5. Measurements:
- Measure in cubic meters (length × width × depth)
- Consider only vertical depth for payment
- Extra volume due to sloping not counted
- Rate includes 30m lead and 1.5m lift
- Extra payment for additional lead/lift

B) BURNT BRICK MASONRY IN CM 1:6 FOR SUPERSTRUCTURE (5 marks)

1. Materials:
- First class bricks as per specifications
- Cement mortar in 1:6 ratio
- Bricks must be soaked for 12 hours before use
- All materials must meet quality standards

2. Mortar Preparation:
- Mix cement and sand in 1:6 ratio dry first
- Achieve uniform color in dry mixing
- Add water gradually for workable consistency
- Prepare only quantity usable before initial setting

3. Construction Method:
- Follow English bond unless specified otherwise
- Ensure courses are truly horizontal and plumb
- Maximum mortar joint thickness 10mm
- Use only skilled masons
- Lay bricks with frogs upward except top course
- Maximum 1m height at a time
- Step back 45° when work is delayed

4. Execution Details:
- No broken bricks except as closers
- All corners must be truly plumb
- Rake joints and clean wall face daily
- Provide proper scaffolding

5. Curing:
- Keep work wet for minimum 15 days
- Ensure proper curing methods

C) CEMENT CONCRETE FOR ROOF SLAB IN 1:2:4 (5 marks)

1. Materials:
- Portland cement of specified grade
- Clean, sharp sand free from impurities
- 20mm sized hard granite aggregate
- Clean water free from harmful substances
- Steel reinforcement as per design

2. Form Work:
- Strong, rigid and water-tight shuttering
- Proper support system with props
- Oil coating for easy removal
- Must sustain concrete weight and construction loads

3. Concrete Mix:
- Mix proportion 1:2:4 by volume
- Machine mixing mandatory
- Add water gradually for proper workability
- Follow proper mixing sequence

4. Laying and Compaction:

- Place concrete in layers not exceeding 150mm
- Proper vibration for compaction
- Maintain reinforcement cover
- Continuous laying without cold joints
- Proper curing for 14 days minimum

5. Quality Control:
- Regular cube testing
- Proper cover blocks
- Level checking
- Removal of formwork after specified time
D) CEMENT PLASTERING IN CM 1:4 (5 marks)

1. Surface Preparation:
- Rake out joints 18mm deep
- Clean surface thoroughly
- Wet surface for 2 days before plastering
- Remove all loose materials

2. Materials:
- Portland cement of approved quality
- Clean, sharp sand free from impurities
- Clean water
- Mix ratio 1:4 cement to sand

3. Mortar Preparation:
- Dry mix cement and sand
- Add water gradually
- Prepare only usable quantity
- Achieve uniform consistency

4. Application:
- Start from top and work downward
- Apply uniform pressure
- Maintain 12mm thickness
- Ensure plumb and even surface
- Use wooden floats for finishing

5. Finishing and Curing:

- Final smooth finish with wooden float
- No brush marks allowed
- Cure for minimum 15 days
- Protect from direct sun
- Regular watering required

[Link] detailed specifications for following:

i) Bed concrete for foundation CC 1:3:6

ii) First class brick work in CM 1:6

iii) Plastering work in CM 1:6, 12mm thick

iv) Painting work

I. BED CONCRETE FOR FOUNDATION CC 1:3:6 (5 marks)

1. Materials Required:
The bed concrete requires three main components mixed in 1:3:6 proportion:
- Portland cement of grade 43 or higher, fresh and free from lumps
- Clean river sand passing through 4.75mm sieve, free from clay and organic matter
- Hard granite stone aggregate of 40mm nominal size, clean and free from debris
- Clean potable water without harmful chemicals or organic matter

2. Preparation and Mixing:

- Clean the foundation trench thoroughly and ensure it's level
- Mix aggregates and sand first in dry state until uniform color achieved
- Add cement and mix thoroughly in dry condition
- Gradually add water while mixing to achieve workable consistency
- Use mechanical mixer for uniform mixing
- Prepare only the quantity that can be placed within initial setting time

3. Laying and Compaction:

- Check foundation bed levelness before concrete placement
- Place concrete in layers not exceeding 150mm thickness
- Compact each layer thoroughly using tamping rods
- Ensure no segregation of materials during placement
- Level the surface using wooden float to desired thickness
- Maintain uniform thickness throughout

4. Curing:
- Begin curing after initial setting of concrete
- Keep the concrete continuously wet for minimum 7 days
- Protect from direct sunlight and heavy rain
- Use ponding method for proper curing

II. FIRST CLASS BRICK WORK IN CM 1:6 (5 marks)

1. Material Requirements:
- First class bricks: Well-burnt, uniform size, sharp edges
- Cement: Fresh Portland cement of specified grade
- Sand: Clean river sand free from impurities
- Water: Clean potable water
- Mortar mix ratio: 1 part cement to 6 parts sand

2. Preparation:
- Soak bricks in clean water for minimum 12 hours before use
- Prepare cement mortar by dry mixing cement and sand first
- Add water gradually to achieve workable consistency
- Mix only quantity usable within initial setting time
- Clean and level the surface before starting brickwork

3. Construction Method:
- Lay bricks in English bond unless specified otherwise
- Maintain plumb and level for each course
- Maximum mortar joint thickness 10mm
- Keep courses horizontal with proper alignment
- Use brick closer rather than broken bricks
- Rack joints at end of day's work

4. Quality Control:
- Check verticality with plumb bob frequently
- Ensure proper bond between courses
- Maintain uniform mortar joint thickness
- Clean excess mortar immediately
- Perform thorough curing for 14 days

III. PLASTERING WORK IN CM 1:6, 12MM THICK (5 marks)

1. Surface Preparation:
- Rake out joints to 18mm depth
- Clean surface thoroughly removing dust and loose particles
- Wash the surface clean and keep wet for two days
- Apply cement slurry before plastering
- Fix plumb bobs for vertical alignment

2. Material and Mortar:

- Use Portland cement of approved quality
- Clean sharp sand free from impurities
- Mix cement and sand in 1:6 ratio
- Add water gradually for proper consistency
- Prepare fresh mortar as needed

3. Application Method:
- Start plastering from top and work downward
- Apply mortar by throwing rather than troweling
- Maintain uniform 12mm thickness
- Use wooden float for leveling
- Finish surface with steel trowel

4. Finishing and Curing:

- Achieve smooth finish without undulations
- No visible trowel marks allowed
- Begin curing after initial setting
- Continue curing for minimum 15 days
- Protect from direct sunlight

IV. PAINTING WORK (5 marks)

1. Surface Preparation:
- Clean surface thoroughly removing dust and dirt
- Sand the surface smooth using appropriate grade sandpaper
- Fill holes and cracks with suitable putty
- Allow putty to dry completely
- Apply primer coat and let it dry

2. Material Requirements:
- Approved brand oil-bound distemper/paint
- Wood/metal primer as appropriate
- Putty for filling holes
- Clean fine sand paper
- Clean brushes of appropriate size

3. Application Method:
- Apply first coat of paint evenly
- Allow sufficient drying time between coats
- Apply minimum two coats of paint
- Use appropriate brushes/rollers
- Maintain uniform coating thickness

4. Quality Requirements:
- No brush marks visible
- Uniform color and finish
- No patches or uneven coverage
- Sharp and clean edges
- Complete coverage of surface

5. Protection and Cleaning:

- Protect adjacent surfaces from paint splashes
- Clean all paint marks immediately
- Remove all debris after completion
- Proper ventilation during painting
- Allow complete drying before use