WORK METHOD STATEMENT

Table of Contents
1. INTRODUCTION ..............................................................................................................................................3
2. ORGANIZATION STRUCTURE .....................................................................................................................3
2.1 Projects Manager/Contracts Manager ........................................................................................................3
2.2 Electromechanical Engineer .......................................................................................................................3
2.3 Quantity Surveyor ......................................................................................................................................3
2.4 Site Supervisor/Site Engineer .....................................................................................................................4
2.5 Site/Civil Works Foreman ..........................................................................................................................4
2.6 Electrical Foreman......................................................................................................................................4
2.7 Plumbing and Electrical Foreman ..............................................................................................................4
2.8 Social, Health & Safety officer...................................................................................................................4
3. GENERAL METHOD: ......................................................................................................................................6
4. SUBMISSIONS ..................................................................................................................................................6
5. MATERIALS .....................................................................................................................................................7
6. VEHICLE AND EQUIPMENT .........................................................................................................................7
7. SEQUENCE OF PROJECT EXECUTION-BUILDING WORKS FOR EACH SITE .....................................8
i. Mobilization; ..................................................................................................................................................8
ii. Substructure ....................................................................................................................................................8
iii. Roofing .......................................................................................................................................................8
iv. Fittings and Finishes ...................................................................................................................................8
v. External Works ...............................................................................................................................................8
8. MOBILIZATION AND ACCOMODATION....................................................................................................8
9. THE WORKS .....................................................................................................................................................9
9.1 Civil Works ................................................................................................................................................9
9.2 Hoarding .....................................................................................................................................................9
9.3 Quality Control Measures...........................................................................................................................9
9.4 Construction of Substructure, Superstructure, Roofing, Fittings and Finishes. ............................................9
9.2 Measuring Equipment...............................................................................................................................10
10.1 Demolition Works ....................................................................................................................................10
10.1.1 Building Appraisal and Demolition Plan..........................................................................................10
10.1.2 Identifying the hazards .....................................................................................................................10
10.1.3 Assessing the risks ............................................................................................................................11
10.1.4 Controlling the risks .........................................................................................................................11
11.1 Methodology of the Works .......................................................................................................................14
11.1.1 Site Clearance ...................................................................................................................................14

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 11.1.2 Setting Out ........................................................................................................................................14
11.1.3 Excavations and Earth Works ...........................................................................................................14
11.1.4 Concrete Work ..................................................................................................................................15
Mixing and Placing of Concrete ...........................................................................................................................15
Compaction of Concrete .......................................................................................................................................15
Curing and Protection of Concrete .......................................................................................................................15
Rod and Fabric Reinforcement Placement ...........................................................................................................16
11.1.5 Construction of Walling Laying and Joining ....................................................................................16
Bonding ................................................................................................................................................................16
Tolerances ............................................................................................................................................................16
Curing ...................................................................................................................................................................17
Backfilling ............................................................................................................................................................17
11.1.6 Roofing Methodology.......................................................................................................................17
11.1.7 Fixing Doors, windows and Frames .................................................................................................17
11.1.8 Electrical Methodology ....................................................................................................................18
11.1.9 Finishes Methodology ......................................................................................................................18
11.1.10 Terrazzo Works ............................................................................................................................19
11.1.11 Tile Works ....................................................................................................................................19
11.1.12 Aluminum works ..........................................................................................................................21
11.1.13 Painting Methodology ..................................................................................................................22
11.1.14 External Works .............................................................................................................................22
10. COMMISSIONING .....................................................................................................................................22
11. DEFECTS LIABILITY PERIOD: ...............................................................................................................22
12. QUALITY ASSURANCE PLAN: ...............................................................................................................23
13. PROCESS REPORTING: ............................................................................................................................23
14. QUALITY CONTROL ................................................................................................................................24
15. HEALTH, SAFETY AND ENVIRONMENTAL (HSE) PROCEDURES ..................................................24
16. CONCLUSION ............................................................................................................................................25

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 GENERAL METHODOLOGY

1. INTRODUCTION

This provides a brief summary of the methodology to be followed in the execution of the works of the
project. All methods will be geared towards achieving the tasks in time and in accordance with the
contract specifications.

We will mobilize for the works immediately on issuance of a commencement order and site hand over.

This statement assumes that there will be no hindrance to accessing the Land on which the project will be
implemented, i.e. the required potion of the land has been secured for the purpose, and no compensation
is required from the contractor.

If awarded the contract, we shall institute a team made up of project manager, Site foreman and
electrical foreman for each site.

2. ORGANIZATION STRUCTURE

2.1 Projects Manager/Contracts Manager

The Project Manager is responsible for overall management of the project. This includes determining
quality management policy and addressing quality problems across the project.

He shall actively approve concepts and ensure that they are adopted and implemented in all levels
within the project organization. He shall have the duty to monitor the assigned project staff to
satisfactorily perform the work they are delegated.

2.2 Electromechanical Engineer

He/she will be responsible for all the electromechanical works for the project. He/she will work closely
with the Client’s representative to ensure quality works according to requirements.

He will be responsible for supervision of installation of electrical components, advice on Electrical

Installations; Cost Estimation and Preparation of operations and maintenance manual, Audit and
Verification of wiring/installations and main power supply; Manage claims and work performance,
Certify and Prepare interim and Final Valuations and Accounts & Project Management and Supervision
Services including adherence to applicable regulations; cost, quality and time control.

2.3 Quantity Surveyor

The QS shall be responsible for all quantity surveying work for the project including preparation of cost
estimates, cost control, construction specifications, Bills of Quantities, tender and contract
documentation, valuation of works in progress, preparation of Interim Certificates, Final Accounts.

Preparation of cost appraisal and advising on costs of variations and any additional works

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 2.4 Site Supervisor/Site Engineer

The Site Supervisor is deputy to the Project Manager and will do the overall implementation of the
project and every aspect of his duty on behalf of the Project Manager.

He shall have specific responsibilities for the overall monitoring of all the works and make sure all
works are done on time, with good quality. He/she will work hand in hand with the Client or his
representative to supervise the works.

The Site engineer will be the overall head of the Site foremen and electrical foreman. He/she will also
be responsible for contract administration of the project which is inclusive of procurement, subletting,
monitoring and performance of the subordinates and his team so as to ensure prompt compliance with
the Client’s project team requirement in all aspects of project ranging from schedule submissions,
approvals, work progress, defects rectification and overall construction of the project.

2.5 Site/Civil Works Foreman

The site foreman will assist the site supervisor in all civil works. They will work closely with the
Client’s representative to ensure that bricks/blocks, concrete works, finishes, roofing, painting, external
works are done according to the required standard and to the Client’s satisfaction.

He will also ensure that the workers (casual laborers) under him comply with site rules and regulations
while monitoring their work quality and working with them. He will also collaborate with clients,
suppliers and other stakeholders to ensure all aspects of the project proceed as planned.

2.6 Electrical Foreman

He/she is responsible for Assembly, installation, testing, and maintenance of electrical or electronic
wiring, equipments, appliances, apparatus, and fixtures. He is responsible for diagnostic of malfunctioning
systems, apparatus, and components, using test equipment and hand tools, to locate the cause of a
breakdown and correct the problem.

2.7 Plumbing and Electrical Foreman

He/she is responsible for General installations, Repaired and installed plumbing fixtures like hot water
tanks, water heaters, dishwashers, garbage disposals and sinks, Supervision of works, Resourceful
procurement of materials to complete all tasks

2.8 Social, Health & Safety officer

He/she will be responsible for continuous inspection of project sites, to ensure a hazard-free environment,
promoting safe practices on site, creating and enforcing safety guidelines and programs etc

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3. GENERAL METHOD:

The management department shall review all management and operational activities that are relevant to
the execution of the project. They shall ensure that the management system is conceived, prepared,
documented, implemented, and maintained to meet the objectives of the contract.

The planning activity shall include but not limited to;

• Defining the organization and allocate responsibilities to ensure project requirements are met

• Defining the structure of the management system documentation and the relationship between the
documents

• Defining the scope of all the documents (plans, manuals, procedures and methods of statements)

• Receiving ideal requirements for control, processes, equipment, resources and skills and ensure
these are identified and provisions are made

• Ensuring there is compatibility between design, installation processes, inspection and testing

• Ensuring the testing and inspection activities are appropriate to the scope of work within the
project and the suitable equipment is available

• Ensuring that sufficient time is made available in the construction program for development of
any special technique as required

• Establishing suitable inspection and verification methods for the activities at appropriate stages
of construction in the program and establishment of appropriate standards.

• Produce the quality reports required

4. SUBMISSIONS

The following items will be submitted to the Client for review and approval:

• Shop Drawings if required

• Samples

• Procurement and delivery program

• Construction program

• Daily progress reports including photographs of physical progress

• Monthly labor analysis/plant analysis/material analysis

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 • Safety report

• Test results

The Project Manager will be the overall controller of the project assisted General Foreman with the
assistance of foremen and electrical foreman under them will be casual laborers. With a team of skilled
manpower like Masons, Plumbers, Electricians, Drafts man, Drivers Welders, Carpenters and painters.
These will be boosted with semi-skilled and unskilled labor.

5. MATERIALS

A survey and an assessment will be conducted on the locally available building materials (sand,
aggregate, bricks, cement blocks and timber) for approval for use under the contract. They will be
transported using company vehicles to the different sites when required.

Cement will be procured as required from Manufacturers Agents/reputable hardware shops (Hardware
world) and ensure that it is of acceptable quality. Tests could also be carried out if required by the client.

To ensure quality control of the concrete used throughout the contract, the concrete will be mixed using
the available concrete mixers.

The concrete mixes will be designed to ensure that the specified concrete strengths are achieved. The
cubes prepared thereafter and cured will be taken for testing at any reputable laboratory in accordance
with the contract.

Pipes and fittings required for small pipe works shall be procured from ISO certified manufacturers and
samples shall be availed to the client for further testing if required. Where possible, tests shall be carried
out in the presence of the client and contractor at the manufacturer’s premises.

6. VEHICLE AND EQUIPMENT

The necessary vehicles and equipment will be mobilized for the smooth execution of works. They will be
deployed as and when required.

For this contract within the first 1 week we will be in position to mobilize the following major equipment
to site:

S/No Equipment Description make of Condition No. of Ownership

Equipment Equipment
1. Tipper Truck 4 Ton (UBG 638V) Good 1 Owned
2. Pickup Double Cabin(UBE Good 1 Owned
214V)
3. Concrete mixer Blue Good 1 Owned
4. Poker Vibrator Honder IDPU-P Good 1 Owned
5. Jumping Plate Honda Good 1 Owned
Compactor

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7. SEQUENCE OF PROJECT EXECUTION-BUILDING WORKS FOR EACH SITE

The order of the activities will be as briefly detailed below. This activity sequence shall be applied to
each project site:

i. Mobilization;

ii. Substructure
Site Clearance
Excavations
Foundation concrete
Plinth walling and stub columns
Over site Slab
Ground Beams Columns
Damp Proof Course
Walling

iii. Roofing
Wall plate
Roof structure and roof covering
Fascia and barge boards

iv. Fittings and Finishes

Doors
Plastering, Screeding and floor works, Painting,
windows
Fixtures
Electrical works
Mechanical works

v. External Works
Storm water drainage
Paving and Grassing
Site cleaning, removal of hoarding and debris.

8. MOBILIZATION AND ACCOMODATION

This will include mobilization of Resources, personnel, equipment, tools materials and site
accommodation/stores. (the mobilization process will be continuous throughout the project period since
certain resources are required at different stages of the work. Site accommodation and stores will be at
camp sites rented within the project area. An office will also be set up for the Site Supervisor for the
proper coordination of activities.

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Within one weeks we intend to have on site, the following senior personnel
Position Number
Project Manager/Contracts Manager 1
Site Engineer 1
Electro-Mechanical Engineer 1
Electrical foreman 1
Plumbing and Drainage foreman 1
Social, Health & Safety officer 1
General/Civil works Site Foremen 2

The other personnel for Concrete and building construction works and specialized plumbing (pipe
works) shall follow as per the program of works. We anticipate on full mobilization to have a total work
force of about 10 semi-skilled Laborers.

9. THE WORKS

9.1 Civil Works

The Civil Works will be constructed in accordance with the contract specifications. On these works
mainly manual labour will be used.

Tippers/lorries will be used to ferry the necessary building materials (bricks, sand, and aggregates) to the
sites.

9.2 Hoarding

These site will be hoarded to provide protection of the public during construction and demolition works.
Hoarding shall isolate the site from the public, thus preventing unauthorized access and trespassing

9.3 Quality Control Measures

We will ensure the quality control measures, where necessary, are adhered to as per contract.

9.4 Construction of Substructure, Superstructure, Roofing, Fittings and Finishes.

These will be constructed in accordance with the contract specifications. The works among others will
include site clearance, site leveling, excavations, and construction of substructures, superstructure,
roofing, finishes, landscaping, and fencing.

A survey and an assessment will be conducted on the locally available building materials (sand,
aggregate, bricks, cement blocks and timber) for approval for use under the contract. They will be
transported using company vehicles to the different sites when required. Cement will be procured as
required from Manufacturers Agents/reputable hardware shops and ensure that it is of Acceptable
quality. Tests could also be carried out if required by the client. To ensure quality control of the
concrete used throughout the contract, the concrete will be mixed using the available concrete mixers.

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The concrete mixes will be designed to ensure that the specified concrete strengths are achieved. The
cubes prepared thereafter and cured will be taken for testing at any reputable laboratory in accordance
with the contract. 20mm machine crushed aggregate will be used in all structures as recommended by
the Client. Mixing of concrete will be done to specifications of grade as recommended in the BOQ.

9.2 Measuring Equipment

We shall maintain on site equipment listed below for carrying out measuring and control tests on the site
and maintain all the equipment in full working order.

• Straight edges 2m and 4m long for testing the accuracy of the finished concrete.

• 150m steel cube moulds with base plates and tamping rod to BS 1881.

• Two 30m steel tapes.

10.1 Demolition Works

If there is a need for demolition works, below illustrates the methodology we shall adopt

10.1.1 Building Appraisal and Demolition Plan

Prior to carrying out any building demolition, detailed building appraisal by means of surveys and appropriate
assessments shall be carried out. In general, the surveys shall include a Building Survey and a Structural
Survey with photographs or videos taken for future reference. Based on the findings of these surveys, a
demolition plan shall then be prepared and submitted to the client for approval. The demolition plan shall also
be accompanied by a report.
Managing risks during demolition
We shall undertake must manage risks associated with the carrying out of construction work (demolition). In
order to manage risks, we shall:
1. Identify reasonably foreseeable hazards that could give rise to the risk
2. Eliminate the risk so far as is reasonably practicable.
3. If it is not reasonably practicable to eliminate the risk or, minimize the risk so far as is reasonably
practicable by implementing control measures in accordance with the hierarchy of risk control.
4. Maintain the implemented control measure so that it remains effective, and
5. Review, and if necessary revise control measures so as to maintain, so far as is reasonably practicable, a
work environment that is without risk to health and safety.

10.1.2 Identifying the hazards

The first step in the risk management process will be to identify the hazards associated with demolition work.
Examples of demolition hazards include:
• Unplanned structure collapse
• Falls from one level to another
• Falling objects
• The location of above and underground essential services, including the supply of gas, water, sewerage,
telecommunications, electricity, chemicals, fuel and refrigerant in pipes or lines

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 • Exposure to hazardous chemicals – these may be present in demolished material or in the ground where
demolition work is to be carried out (contaminated sites)
• Hazardous noise from plant and explosives used in demolition work, and
• The proximity of the building or structure being demolished to other buildings or structures.

10.1.3 Assessing the risks

In many circumstances a risk assessment will assist in determining the control measures that should be
implemented. It will help to:
• Identify which workers are at risk of exposure
• Determine what sources and processes are causing that risk
• Identify if and what kind of control measures should be implemented, and
• Check the effectiveness of existing control measures.
When assessing the risks associated with demolition work we shall consider the following:
• The structure to be demolished and its structural integrity
• The method of demolition including its sequencing
• The scheduling of the work
• The layout of the workplace, including whether there are fall hazards both for people and objects
• what plant and equipment will be used and the skill and experience required by the
• People who will use it safely
• What exposures might occur, for example to noise
• The number of people involved, and
• Local weather conditions.

10.1.4 Controlling the risks

Potential
Hazards/ Control Measures - Steps To Follow
Task Steps
Risks of Safety Checks & PPE
Each Step

1. Arrival on site Structural We shall make sure that the services of a qualified Structural Engineer
– Structural collapse, are utilised.
stability and & building
engineering integrity We shall make sure that this works is reviewed and monitored by a
details responsible and competent person.
3. Strip out of Work at We shall use hand removal techniques of salvaging fixtures and
fixtures & heights – fittings – use hand held tools and equipment.
fittings fall of
people/ During this initial work phase, we shall make sure no load bearing
objects, components of the structure are demolished.
manual
handling Wherever possible, we shall provide access for workers above floor
level by way of an approved internal staircase or a suitably restrained
ladder. Follow strictly all procedures for working at heights.

4. Roof system Work at Prevent fall of workers by using Travel Restraint Systems to structural
removal heights – beams.

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 Potential
Hazards/ Control Measures - Steps To Follow
Task Steps
Risks of Safety Checks & PPE
Each Step
(Sheeting, fall of
Trusses). Also people/obje Follow strictly all procedures for working at heights. (Refer below)
see Working at cts, manual
Heights handling
Procedure

5. Public Falling Wherever required, we shall make sure that we provide the following;
protection objects,
struck by • Signs installed at various locations on the barricades denoting:
plant “Demolition in progress – Keep Out”

Plant movement:

• Do not go beyond specified speed limits.

• Make sure the flashing light/beeper is on.

• Use a spotter wherever practical/available.

• High visibility PPE is being worn at all times.

• Check the work area for other plant before commencing

work/movement.

6. Working at Falling In situations where a worker could fall a distance of 2M or more, we

heights persons and shall make sure that the we use one or more of the following
objects precautions for the workers:

• Maintaining a permanent (structural) guardrail or other edge

protection.

• An approved work platform (Cherry picker, Scissor lift, mobile

scaffold, etc.)

• A fall prevention device for travel restrain such as safety harness,

length restriction lanyard with anchorage to the structure.

7. Services Electrocutio Before any demolition work commences, we shall make sure that we
n, fire, gases have located and terminated all services or has arranged for
identification and disconnection of services.

We shall not allow work to commence until it is confirmed that

disconnection has been carried out, obtained a written confirmation, if
possible.

8. Plant & General We shall make sure all plant and equipment used on site are

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 Potential
Hazards/ Control Measures - Steps To Follow
Task Steps
Risks of Safety Checks & PPE
Each Step
equipment safety issues maintained in proper working conditions and in accordance with the
specifications of the manufacturers and relevant standards.

We shall maintain service records for major items of the plant.

9. Procedure We shall let a competent person be present on site during demolition

Supervisor/Ke non- work, to oversee and co-ordinate work activities.
y personnel compliance
resulting in
injury/litigat
ion

10. Personal General We shall make sure that all workers accessing the site are wearing
protective safety issues safety footwear and head wear. This is mandatory.
equipment
(PPE) Specific PPE for demolition work:
• Hearing protective device for excessive noise
• Hand protection during handling/cutting materials
• Eye protection during cutting, chipping and jack hammer work
• Safety harness when working at heights where work platforms
and /or edge protection is not practically possible
• Respiratory devices for dust work environment including A/C
sheet and SMF removal (if applicable)

11. Dust Inhalation We shall implement dust control measures, such as water Sprinkling.
of dust

12. Noise – Potential We shall restrict the hours of work to comply with National
Neighbouring hearing Environmental Regulatory Authority
properties/Sit problems /
e workers Noise When using excessive noise generating we shall make sure workers
pollution are using hearing protective devices.

13. Housekeeping Slips & falls We shall remove all waste material generated by workers from site
and / or control it in a manner so as not to limit access to work areas.

14. Manual Strains, We shall make sure all work activities involving manual handling
handling muscle utilises mechanical assistance such as hand-held concrete crusher
injury tools, wheelbarrows, etc. Where this is not practical, workers will
initiate team work.

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11.1 Methodology of the Works

11.1.1 Site Clearance

The work under this section shall consist of clearing, removing, and disposing of all trees, brush,
vegetation, stumps, debris, rubbish, miscellaneous structures not covered under other contract items, and
other objectionable matter from within the right-of-way, easement or construction areas shown on plans
and such other areas as may be specified in the special specifications.

Clearing shall be performed in accordance with the requirements of these specifications.

11.1.2 Setting Out

Setting out will be the first step for all structures. We shall provide proper setting out rods and set out all
work on same for course, openings, heights and shall build the walls piers, to the widths, depths and
heights indicated on the Drawings and as directed by the client or his representative.

11.1.3 Excavations and Earth Works

During excavations we shall comply with these codes; Site investigations - CP 2001, Earthworks - CP
2003, Foundations - CP 2004, Protection of building against water from the ground - CP 102.
Excavations and fillings shall be carried out in such a manner and order as the client or his
representative. We shall cut down and remove shrubs and trees as directed by the client or his
representative.

We shall remove all grass vegetable matter and burn it on site as a form of site clearance and as directed
by the client or his representative. We shall further destroy any white ants’ nests found within the
perimeter of the site and within a distance of 20m from the buildings externally and take out and destroy
queen ants impregnate holes and tunnels with approved insecticide and back fill with hard material well
rammed and consolidated.

Execution of extra excavations will be done to the width shown on the Drawings and to the depths
below existing ground levels as directed by the client or his representative in order to obtain satisfactory
foundations. We shall report to the client or his representative when secure bottoms to the excavations
have been obtained. We shall not carry out any blasting without the prior approval of the client or his
representative and Local Authority. Hardcore for filling under floors etc. shall be good hardstone ballast
or quarry waste to the approval of the client or his representative broken to pass not greater than a
150mm ng or to be 75% of the finished thickness of the layers being compacted whichever is the lesser
and graded to contain sufficient smaller pieces to fill so that it can be thoroughly compacted. The filling
is to be laid in layers each of consolidated thickness not exceeding 225mm and well-watered and
compacted by hand or mechanical tampers. The top surface of the hardcore shall be levelled or graded
to falls as required and blinded with a 75mm layer of similar material finely crushed and well rolled and
watered immediately before concrete is laid.

The top surface of all filling shall be treated with approved treatment applied in accordance with the
manufacturer’s specifi cati ons .

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 11.1.4 Concrete Work

Cement, Aggregate and Water

We shall provide cement which shall be unless otherwise specified; Portland cement of a brand
approved by the Engineer and shall comply with the requirements of BS 12. Aggregates supplied shall
conform to the requirements of BS 582 and the sources and types of all aggregates are to be approved in
all respects by the client or his representative before work commences. The water we shall supply for
mixing concrete shall be from an approved source, clean, fresh and free from harmful matter, and
comply with the requirements of BS 3148.

Mixing and Placing of Concrete

The concrete shall be mixed only in client approved power-driven mixers of a type and capacity suitable
for the work, and in any event not smaller 0.400 cubic meters’ capacity. Our mixers shall be equipped
with an accurate water measuring device. All materials shall be thoroughly mixed dry before the water
is added and the mixing of each batch shall continue until there is a uniform distribution of the materials
and the mass is uniform in color. The entire contents of the mixed materials shall not exceed the rated
capacity of the mixer. Whenever the mixer is started, 10% extra cement shall be added to the first batch.
This will ensure that the concrete is of required standard by the client.

We shall place concrete from a height not exceeding 1500mm directly into its permanent position and
shall not be worked along the shutters to that position. Unless otherwise approved, we shall place
concrete in a single operation to the full thickness of slabs, beams and similar members, and shall be
placed in horizontal layers not exceeding 1500mm deep in walls and similar members. Concrete in
columns will be placed to a height of 4 meters with careful placing vibration and satisfactory results.

Compaction of Concrete

At all times during which concrete is being placed, we shall provide adequate trained and experienced
labor to ensure that the concrete is compacted in the forms to the satisfaction of the Engineer. During and
immediately after placing, the concrete shall be thoroughly compacted by means of continuous tamping,
spacing, slicing and vibration. Concrete shall further be taken to fill every part of the forms, to work the
concrete under and around the reinforcement without displacing and to avoid disturbing recently placed
concrete which has begun to set. Any water accumulating on the surface of newly placed concrete shall
be removed and no further concrete shall be placed thereon until such water is removed.

Curing and Protection of Concrete

During this, we shall take care to ensure that no concrete is allowed to become prematurely dry, and the
fresh concrete will be carefully protected within two hours of placing from rain, sun and wind by means
of hessian sacking, polythene sheeting, or other approved means. This protective layer and the concrete
itself will be kept continuously wet for at least seven days after we have placed the concrete. We shall
provide complete coverage of all fresh concrete for a period of 7 days. Concrete in foundations and
other underground work shall be protected from admixture with falling earth during and after placing.
We shall not allow traffic or loading on the concrete until the concrete is sufficiently matured, and in no

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case shall traffic or loading be of such magnitude as to cause deflection or other movement in the
formwork or damage to the concrete members.

Rod and Fabric Reinforcement Placement

We shall provide steel reinforcement that shall comply with the latest requirements of the following
British Standards. Hot rolled bars for the reinforcement of concrete to BS 4449 (metric units). Cold
worked steel for the reinforcement of concrete to BS 4461 (metric units). Fabric reinforcement shall be
electrically cross-welded steel wire mesh reinforcement to BS 4483(1969) and of the size and weight
specified.

During fixing rod reinforcement, the reinforcement shall be accurately bent to the shapes and
dimensions shown on the Drawings and Schedules from the client and in accordance with BS
4466(1969). Reinforcement will be cut and bent cold and no welded joints will be done unless so
detailed by the client. Reinforcement shall be accurately placed in position as shown on the Drawings
from the client, and before and during concreting, shall be secured against displacement by using No. 18
SWG annealed binding wire or suitable clips at intersections, and shall be supported by concrete or
metal supports, spacers or metal hangers to ensure the correct position and cover. No concreting shall be
commenced until the client or his representative has inspected the reinforcement in position and until his
approval has been obtained and we shall give two clear days’ notice of his intention to concrete. We
shall ensure that the reinforcement is maintained in its correct position, according to the drawings, before
and during concreting. During concreting our competent steel bender will adjust and correct the position
of any reinforcement which may be displaced.

11.1.5 Construction of Walling, Laying and Joining

All blocks/bricks will be wetted before being laid and the top of walling where left off shall be well
wetted before commencing building. Walls will be kept wet three days after building. All walls
throughout the works shall be carried up evenly in 200mm courses except where courses of less depth are
required to bring walling up to level of floors. Windows and the like and where otherwise described no
part will be allowed to be carried for more than one meter higher at one time than any other part and in
such cases the joining shall be made in long steps so as to prevent cracks arising and all walls shall be
leveled round at each stage. Not more than 3 meters’ height of wall shall be laid by us any one day.

Bonding

We shall properly bond blocks/bricks together and in such manner that no vertical joint in any one
course shall be within 115mm of a similar joint in the courses immediately above or below. All walling
of 300mm thickness or less shall be built in single thickness of blocks. Walling exceeding 300mm in
thickness shall be built with through bonders not more than 1070mm apart in each course as directed by
the Architect.

Tolerances

We shall ensure that all courses of wall are level with a maximum deviation of ±5mm in any one
meter’s length and a maximum overall deviation of 10mm for lengths of wall exceeding 3 meters. Walls

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shall be plumb with a maximum deviation of ±5mm in any meter height of wall with a maximum
deviation of ±30mm in the total height of the wall or any storey. All corners of walls which are shown as
being at right angles shall be square with a maximum deviation of 3 in 1000. All walls shall be straight
with a maximum deviation of ±3 mm in any one-meter length and a maximum overall deviation of 10mm
in any length exceeding 3 meters. All bed and vertical joints shall be an average of 10mm thick with a
maximum deviation of ±3mm of blockwork, and stone rubble walls. Joints for stone masonry walls shall
be 6mm ±1mm thick.

Curing

We shall maintain all walls in a damp condition for at least 24 hours after laying. Walls under
construction shall be dampened by applying water with a brush and no hosing directed on to the wall
shall be permitted. When work ceases on any section of wall polythene or hessian shall be draped over
the wall, for at least 24 hours. If hessian is used, it shall be maintained continuously wet.

Backfilling

We shall carryout earth backfilling against walls such that the level of backfill is always equal on each
side of the wall. When a wall has filling material on one side only to a fill width of more than three
times the wall thickness, the wall shall be continuously supported during backfilling. Backfilling shall
not be in walls, shall be carefully placed and spacers used to ensure that a minimum of 20mm cover is
given to the reinforcement unless otherwise specified. Horizontal reinforcement in mortar joints shall be
laid such that the reinforcement is not in contact with the blocks or stone.

11.1.6 Roofing Methodology

Timber for the trusses will be purchased from approved Manufacturer. All works will be done under
professional supervision.

Galvanized steel roof sheeting and accessories shall be obtained from credible suppliers; Roofings (U)
Limited, Uganda Baati etc. on approval of the client or his representative and shall be laid and fixed
strictly in accordance with the manufacturers printed instructions and client. Sheeting shall be fixed with
bolts of the required length and profile and a Sealants or other approved nuts with integral plastic
washers. Ridges and other accessories shall be supplied as shown on the drawing and shall be fixed to
steel purlins. Fixings will be of a size and pattern to suit the roof members approved by the sheet
manufacturer. Bolts, screws and nails will be supplied complete with plastic washers. All fixing bolts
and screws will be fitted with approved plastic washers suitable for the profile of the sheeting used. All
rain water harvesting structures will also be installed to client’s requirement. On completion of the
roofing works, we shall clear away, ensure that rainwater outlets are clear and generally leave the roof
areas in a clean and watertight condition to the satisfaction of the client.

11.1.7 Fixing Doors, windows and Frames

Doors shall be properly fitted to give a uniform clearance of not more than 3mm all round and hinges
shall be let into doors. Door frames shall be properly framed at angles. Door stops shall be housed into
grooves in frames. Architraves shall be provided to conceal finishes. Frames shall be fixed to grounds or

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plugs. Fixing shall be by means of non-rusting screws with countersunk heads. For hardwood frames
screw heads shall be finished not less than 6mm below surface of the wood and shall be covered with
matching round hardwood pellets of appropriate thickness. Pellets shall be chosen and fixed so as to
match color and pattern of grain as far as is practical. Nailing will not be permitted. Except where
indicated doors shall be kept clean for clear poly-urethane varnish. Glazing shall be wired glass 6mm
thick with edges wrapped in wash-leather and secured with hardwood glazing beads size 10x15mm
miter at angles secured with brass screws and cups.

11.1.8 Electrical Methodology

The locations for all distribution boards, switches, sockets, break glass, bells etc. will be marked on the walls
after finishing of the blockworks as per the approved shop drawings.

Then we will start chasing and chipping the marked locations by using a grinder to make sure that the box
flush with the plaster.

Before starting the wiring of the above mentioned activities, we shall make sure that the plaster work is
completed in that area.

All the conduits and fittings shall be submitted to the client for approval prior to installation. We shall install
all the wires and fittings as approved by the client.

11.1.9 Finishes Methodology

During finishes we shall prepare samples areas of the plastering and rendering as directed until the
quality, texture and finish required is obtained and approved by the client after which all work executed
shall conform with the respective approved samples. We shall ensure that the thicknesses of floors has a
constant structural thickness and has level top surfaces. The finished floor surface will equally have a
constant level and any adjustment needed to achieve this effect with the varying floor finish materials is
to be made in the screeds beneath the same.

After preparation of the surfaces for rendering, a key coat of cement slurry shall be applied to the wetted
surface to be plastered. When this coat is dry the plaster coat shall be applied, by means of a trowel,
between screeds laid, ruled and plumbed as necessary. This coat which shall be to the required thickness
shall be allowed to set hard and then cured as described. Surfaces are to be finished with a wood or steel
float to a smooth flat surface free from all marks.

Any plaster which adheres to pipes, doors, windows and the like shall be carefully removed before it has
set. Curing shall take place after the application of the second coat. All plastering and rendering shall be
executed in a neat workman-like manner. All tools, implements, vessels and surfaces shall be at all times
kept scrupulously clean and strict precautions shall be taken to prevent the plaster or other materials
from being contaminated by pieces of partially set material which would tend to retard or accelerate
the setting time. For curing of plaster, each coat of plaster is to be maintained in a moist condition for at
least three days after it has developed enough strength not to be damaged by water.

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 11.1.10 Terrazzo Works

The Mixer proportion of under layer shall be of cement concrete mix 1:2:4 by volume and the size of
aggregate shall not exceed 5mm.

Mixing of Materials
1. To achieve a uniform appearance, we shall mix the materials thoroughly.
2. The chips will be washed clean, mixed well in the required proportion of various colors and sizes.
3. The white cement pigment and cement shall be sieved and mixed in the required proportions
thoroughly with the aggregates.
4. The mix shall be thoroughly mixed in the dry state, later to which the water shall be added in small
quantities to achieve proper consistency.

Under-Layer of Terrazzo Flooring

1. The cement concrete of the design mix shall be used, as discussed in the above design mix.
2. The panels shall be of uniform size, 1.2m length centers.
3. Cement slurry at 2.00 kg per sqm shall be applied before laying of under layer over the cement
concrete/RCC base.

Polishing, Curing and Finishing of Terrazzo Topping Layer

1. The polishing of topping layer shall be strictly carried out by machine means after 36 hours of
laying the top layer.
2. The surface shall be watered and ground evenly with machine fitted with special rapid cutting grit
blocks of coarse grade till the marble chips are evenly exposed, and the floor is smooth.
3. After the first grinding is completed, the surface shall be thoroughly washed to remove all
grinding mud and covered with a grout of cement and coloring matter in the same mix and proportion as
the topping in order to fill any pinholes that appear.
4. The surface shall be allowed to cure for 5 to 7 days and then rubbed with machine fitted with fine-
grit blocks and cured again for three to five days.
5. Finally, the third grinding shall be carried out with a machine fitted with fine grade grit blocks to
get even and smooth surface without pinholes.
6. Liquid polish shall be applied on the final surface to give the shiny look

11.1.11 Tile Works

Step 1: Prepare the Surface

We shall make sure the surfaces are clean, smooth, and dry for best results. We shall take time to repair,
patch, and level any damaged or uneven areas. Double check to make sure the surface is structurally

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sound and the area free of wax, soap scum, and grease.

We shall remove any moldings, trim, or appliances that may interfere with tile application and check the
doorjambs to make sure tile has clearance when installed beneath. Identifying those potential
complications in advance will help installation run smoothly.

Step 2: Begin Layout

For an efficient layout, we shall start by marking the center point of each of the walls and floors in the
room. Next, we shall snap chalk lines between the center points of opposite walls/floors to pinpoint the
center of the room. Make any necessary adjustments to ensure that the intersection creates perfect
squares.

Starting at the center point, we shall lay a row of loose tiles along the center lines in both directions,
using tile spacers for even, uniform joints. Once we reach the walls, we will cut tiles for a proper fit. If
the cuts needed are smaller than half of a tile, we shall adjust the center line by snapping a new line a
half-tile size closer to the wall. If necessary, we shall repeat this step along the intersecting center line
for a precise design.

Step 3: Application of the Adhesive

As a general rule of thumb, we shall be mindful to mix only enough of the adhesive to be used within 30
minutes. Using the flat side of the trowel type recommended on the adhesive package, we shall spread a
1/4" coat on the surface of one grid area without covering the guidelines. We shall remove the excess
adhesive, to leave behind a uniform, ridged setting bed for the tile.

Step 4: Cutting Tile as Needed

We shall start by marking carefully measured cuts-to-be with a pencil or felt-tip pen on the tile surface.
We shall use a tile cutter to achieve pinpoint straight or diagonal cuts. For any full-length curved cuts, a
rod saw is most properly suited to handle the task.

Step 5: Setting the Tile

Now that the surface is primed, the layout is created, the adhesive is applied, and the tile is cut, we shall
begin by installing tiles in the center of the room, one grid at a time, finishing each grid before moving
on to the next. Within each grid, it will help to start the first tile in the corner and work outward.

Using a slight twisting motion, we shall set tiles one at a time and avoid sliding them into place. We
shall be sure to insert spacers as each tile is set. The perimeter tiles in each grid shall be saved for last,
leaving a 1/4th inch gap between the tile and wall.

Once a grid is completely installed, all tiles will be tapped with a rubber mallet or hammer and wood
block to ensure a solid bond and level plane. Excessive adhesive will be removed from joints with a
putty knife and from tile with a damp sponge to prevent an uneven appearance.

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Lastly, the work will be allowed to last at least 24 hours to set before walking on it.

Step 6: Grouting Joints

Now that the Tile is in place and has had 24 hours to set, the joints will be filled with grout and
consolidate your floor into one mass.

Once the grout set slightly for around 15 to 20 minutes, damp sponge will be used to clean any residue
from the surface and smooth the grout joints.

The surface shall be polished with a soft cloth when the grout has dried and haze forms on the tile
surface, and rinse again with sponge and clean water if necessary. The newly grouted floor will be given
72 hours before any heavy use and at least three weeks before applying sealers or polishes.

11.1.12 Aluminum works

Fabrication Inspection

Before delivery, frames and leaves will be inspected to make sure that materials are verified as per submitted
approved sample, correct dimension, good aluminum Surface Condition, etc.

Installation of Finish Hardware

All hardware shall be installed in strict accordance with the manufacturer’s directions. All work shall be
installed plumb and true and secured with proper fastenings so as to make all work rigid and firm. After
installation, all finishing hardware shall operate and function smoothly and efficiently in strict accord with
their respective expected operating performance. All works which are to receive hardware shall be inspected
and any defect will first be rectified before installing finishing hardware.

Glazing & Sealing

For better quality, glazing work shall, as far as possible, be carried out by skilled installers from the factory.
The gasket used will be of a continuous length, with splices made at appropriate locations for good fitting
around the corners of the glass panel.

When assembling frames, we shall ensure that gasket fits properly to the glazing and the frames are properly
aligned. The gaps between the window frame and wall will be properly sealed to prevent water seepage at
these locations. Depending on the size of the gap, waterproof sealant shall be used.

Installation of window glazing

It is recommended that glazing work for inner glass panels be carried out in the factory, where higher work
quality can be achieved. Where this is not possible, glazing work will be carried out on site with proper
handling and good workmanship. For fixed glass panels, glazing will be done on site.

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Application of sealant

Sealant will be used to seal the gap between wall and window frame if the gap size is between 7-10mm.
Before the application of sealant, we shall clean the aluminum window frame with white spirit using a clean
rag. The frame and wall surfaces around the gap shall be protected with masking tape to prevent the sealant
from staining these surfaces and to obtain a neat sealant joint. Backer rod shall be used to achieve better
compactness of the applied sealant.

11.1.13 Painting Methodology

Painting materials will be obtained from Sadolin or Plascon Paints with approval of the Client. Each
succeeding coat of priming, undercoating and finishing (pigment) of clear coating shall be sufficiently
differently different in colour as to be readily distinguishable. All primers and paints in one system upon
a particular surface shall be obtained from the same manufacturers (Sadolin Paints).

Before painting is commenced floors shall be swept and washed over, surfaces to be painted shall be
cleaned before applying paint as specified, and all precautions taken to keep down dust whilst work is in
progress. No paint shall be applied to surfaces structurally or superficially damp and all surfaces must
be ascertained to be free from condensation, efflorescence, etc., before the application of each coat. No
painting shall be carried out externally during humid, rainy, damp, foggy or freezing conditions or
conditions where surfaces have attained excessively high temperatures or during dust storms. No new
primed or undercoated woodwork and metalwork shall be left in an exposed or unsuitable situation for
an undue period before completing the process.

Each coat of paint shall be so applied as to produce a film of uniform thickness. All paint shall be
applied in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions. Special attention shall be given to ensure
that all surfaces including edges, corners, crevices, welds and rivets receive a film thickness equivalent
to that of adjacent painted surfaces. All coats shall be thoroughly dried before succeeding coats are
applied. We shall allow a minimum of 24 hours between applications on any one surface, unless
otherwise specified by the manufacturer or client.

11.1.14 External Works

These works shall be done independently from other works. They will commence in the last month of
construction implementation.

10. COMMISSIONING

We shall in the last month, technically handover the project to the users after approval of the works in
terms of specifications and quality. We shall also handover As-Built drawings and Electrical wiring
documents to the Client.

11. DEFECTS LIABILITY PERIOD:

During the defects liability period we shall make sure we rectify all defects up to the end. During this
time also we shall be available for any advice regarding the structures as requested by the Client. Our

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key personnel in form of Project Manager and Site Supervisors will be available during the months of
defects liability period.

12. QUALITY ASSURANCE PLAN:

To ensure that quality is adhered on site the Contractor maintains a hierarchy or system that integrates all
players within the organization to be oriented towards delivery of a quality product. To manage the
quality on site, it is therefore validly essential to record in detail all the work progress on a daily basis.
This stringent exercise in turn results into the easy compilation of weekly and monthly reports.

13. PROCESS REPORTING:

Being one of the most important functions of any project, it is the means by which the site acquaints the
management at Head Office about the status of the work progress at the site. Standard formats
dependent on various activities will be developed to ensure that the activities are executed in line with the
specifications and requirements of the project. This shall generate a fool proof method to streamline the
daily recording of the progress at site on the various items of work and fronts. For projects containing
numerous items of work spread over large areas, this form of progress reporting shall be a way forward
to reducing any inconsistencies towards achieving quality.

In order to maintain a systematic and regular data on the progress on the various items of work at site a
different method shall be used. This shall be in three stages.

Daily progress recording: In this register shall be maintained at site with all major items listed in
serialized as per their occurrence at site or as anticipated. These shall be dated from the date of start of
work. All day’s progress at the different locations shall be clearly entered in the register and
cumulatively shown every day. Any particular difficulties faced obstacles; etc shall be entered in the
remarks column. This shall be maintained at the work site office.

Weekly progress report: standard approved formats shall be utilized for this activity. These shall be
printed and bound in books in triplicate. Based on the daily progress records, the weekly progress sheet
shall be filled in by designated authority regarding the progress during the week after their certification,
the site engineer and project manager shall certify and submit to the Head Office on the 1 st day of each
week. Any issues regarding quality will be channeled to the Managing Director through the Quality
Assurance Officer for action.

Monthly progress report: This shall be a detailed progress report for the entire month based on the
daily and weekly progress reports. In this a detailed report format to be decided jointly by Project
Manager and Managing Director shall be made, duly indicating the monthly planned and this shall be in
tabular form as shown. The tabular form shall be supplemented with a narrative portion describing the
various activities, planned, and achieved quantities obstacles/difficulties faced at site, assistance
(technical/administrative/financial required from Head Office in order to ensure that the work moves
smoothly to the Client satisfaction. Some of the important achievements during the month shall be
included with suitable captions.

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14. QUALITY CONTROL

Quality Assurance is the most important factor, which is intended to be introduced in all sites with an
intention to introduce, train, and inspire all the site engineers to maintain a constant check on the quality
of work being executed at the site. It is by no means an attempt to replace the quality control measures
required by the Client/Consultant, but to supplement [Link] will be an in-house effort in line with the
Company’s policy to achieve quality consciousness and assurance throughout the project execution.

This shall be achieved by having a set of “CHECK-SHEETS” for all the major activities for the civil

works i.e. earth works, PCC, RCC reinforcement, shuttering, etc. all in printed format with little
writing work to be done. It shall be an exercise to make everyone involved at site in the construction work
in the overall quality maintenance, without which the cost control cannot be achieved.

The responsibility of ensuring quality is channeled through a person with adequate experience in quality
control of the level of engineer. In this context the project Manager and Site Engineer will be generally in
charge of quality on site and monthly progressive meetings will also be used as checks on quality of
works on site. The Site Engineer and Project Manager on site will report to the Quality Assurance
Officer and Managing Director at the Head Office.

The quality check sheets shall be filled in by the concerned foreman and lab technician as per the norms
in standard format. The Materials Engineer shall finally check whether all the quality control
requirement s have been fulfilled i.e. all checks done and completed by the responsible foremen, all
safety requirements have been met or not all approaches have been made in a safe manner, all
dewatering/lighting arrangements have been under or let after satisfying himself he shall give his
clearance after which the Project Manager shall authorize the same to be offered for checking by the
Client with his signature.

The materials Engineer shall have the liberty to report to the Managing Director in confidential reports
about foremen disregarding the Quality Control procedures after duly reporting the matter to the Project
Manager.

This procedure is implemented as a caution to foremen to curb the laxity in the following procedures
appropriately.

If after repeated reminders the responsible parties do not adhere to the Quality Control requirements the
Materials Engineer shall directly report the matter to the Managing Director and Quality Assurance
Officer for necessary action.

All the team members at the site shall consider it their responsibility to follow all the procedures set out
for quality control at site.

15. HEALTH, SAFETY AND ENVIRONMENTAL (HSE) PROCEDURES

Requirements of Health, Safety and Environmental for the project shall be in accordance with approved
Project HSE Plan, the contract document.

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 Before commencing of any work, the required and applicable work permits shall be checked and ensure all
requirements of WP are compiled and they are valid until completion of the activity and as per approved
HSE plan.

All personnel accessing their site will wear the mandatory Personnel Protective Equipments (PPE). All
workmen and staff shall wear the mandatory and job specific Personnel Protective Equipments. Pre-task
briefing shall be conducted on every day before starting the work. Experienced and HSE inducted workmen
shall be deployed for the work. All personnel shall be cautioned while working near any live lines such as
power cable, water lines, drainage lines, telecom etc.

Prior to commencement of work all workers shall be given pre-task briefing. Hazards identified for the
activity shall be disseminated during pre-task briefing, especially for underground services, slip & trip,
improper access, excavation tools handling, no access or aggress, vehicle collision, heat exhaustion, which
shall be identified and documented separately by permit to work system as per approved HSE plan.

First aid stations complete with all first aid equipments and trained first aiders shall be maintained for the
initial care.

Safety and security procedures shall be implemented as a minimal, warning signs and lights, barricades,
railing and other safeguards shall be provided as required by the nature and location of the work.

The environmental risk assessment and environmental management plans have been reviewed for the work
activities proposed in the method statement and found to be suitable and adequate.

Electrical waste will be segregated at source and transported to dedicated segregated waste storage area and
not be allowed to accumulate on site in undesignated areas. Concrete waste will be removed from work areas
at regular intervals to designated areas.

All workers shall educate on good environmental management practices and well-disciplined to environment.

The garbage bin shall be provided at the working area and Supervisor shall ensure its must be collected
regularly and disposed-off at the approved dumpsite.

Safety team shall ensure that no open burning of construction or domestic wastes is practiced.

All workers shall ensure that all tools and equipment machinery are in good condition to avoid any oil
leakage that could harm to environment

Construction waste will be disposed as per local laws & client guidelines by licensed carrier to a licensed
facility.

16. CONCLUSION

The Contractor is committed to achieving the tasks as planed in the work plan and will endeavor to
complete the entire contract works within the scheduled contract time and above all, the activities will be
executed in accordance with the specifications.

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