METHOD STATEMENT FOR CONSTRUCTION

1. TITLE

Method Statement for the Installation of Kerbstone.

2. SCOPE OF WORKS

2.1 General Description

· The scope and purpose of this method statement is to outline the general requirements and precautionary measures which should be taken into consideration during installation of kerbstone and to ensure that works are according to the drawings, standards and project specification.

2.2 Plant and Equipment

2.2.1 Trowel

2.2.2 Masons Rubber Hammer

2.2.3 Masonry power saw

2.2.4 Level bar

2.2.5 Mason’s line

2.2.6 Steel square

2.2.7 Brushes

2.2.8 Shovels

2.2.9 Powered mortar mixer

2.2.10 Kerbstone clamp

2.2.11 Skid stud loader

2.3 Materials

S.N	Material	Reference	Status
1	Kerbstones	reference transmittal	approved or rejected

2.4 Site Planning and Preparation

2.4.1 Prior to installation, all areas for kerb laying shall be properly marked by surveyor as per approved drawings.

2.4.2 Proper planning of execution as per area of installation shall be made.

2.4.3 All required materials shall be placed near on site of installation with quantity as per site requirements.

2.4.4 Material transfer shall be through tower crane lifting to the nearest point from the place of installation.

2.4.5 Horizontal transfer of materials shall be made by using push cart.

2.5 Work Methodology

2.5.1 Documentation
1. Ensure that all materials, sample, accessories and method of statement are approved prior to execution on site.

2. Prior to execution of works, an execution clearance shall be obtained from MEP for proper coordination regarding cut out.

2.5.2 Material Specification:

All materials and accessories to be used shall be as per material approval.

2.5.3 Installation

2.5.2.1 Surface of installation shall be properly marked by surveyor as per approved drawings. Top Level of the kerb shall be 275 cm from slab level.

2.5.2.2 All marking shall be done by Surveyor as per the approved shop drawing prior to any installation of kerbstone.

2.5.2.3 Kerb Stone shall be laid spaced 6 mm on joints onto sand/cement (3:1) mortar bedding 25 mm thick with a continues concrete backing support with dowel bars fixed by anchoring epoxy resin. (see illustration below)

2.5.2.4 Joints shall be filled with fluid sand cement mortar.

2.5.2.5 No pavement or any materials shall be placed on the kerb until such backing is completely dried.

2.5.2.6 Kerb shall be properly cleaned after installation.

2.5.2.7 Kerbs shall have 3mm tolerance at each end of an element, to the designated lines and grades.

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1. TITLE

Method Statement for Carpet Installation

2. SCOPE OF WORKS

2.1 General Description

· The scope and purpose of this method statement is to outline the general requirements and precautionary measures in Carpets Installation. This should ensure that the works will be done with good quality as per the project specification, standards and drawings.

2.2 Plant and Equipment

· Cutter / Scissor

· Scraper

· Meter Tape

· Straight Edge

· Framing Square

· Paint Roller

2.3 Materials

S.N	Material	Reference	Status
1	Approved Carpet model and type	reference submittal	approved or rejected
2	Accessories

2.4 Work Methodology

2.4.1 Handling and Storage

· The materials delivered at site shall be carefully off-loaded as per manufacturer’s instructions by deploying necessary/adequate manpower in such a way that no damage is caused.

· Materials that cannot be offloaded from delivery vehicles and transported to the working areas by hand may be handled by suitable equipment such as trolleys pallet truck and furniture skate.

· All the materials shall be handled and stored properly at allocated location at site.

· It shall be ensured that the delivered materials are in compliance with the approved material submittal.

· All minor components supplied shall be identified and sorted properly.

· The materials shall be stored carefully to avoid any damages due to the construction activities in a place as per manufacturer’s recommendation.

· Any discrepancies, damages etc. found shall be notified and reported to the Engineers for further action & notification shall be sent to supplier.

· Material found not suitable for site use shall be removed from site immediately and replaced with new suitable material.

2.4.2 Surface or Substrate Preparation

· Comply with carpet tiles manufacturer’s recommendation for preparing substrate indicated to receive Carpet tiles.

· After casting of required thickness of screed and as per the design requirements, surface to be smooth, straight to finish and suitable to execute the work.

· Repair all cracks, holes and depression in substrates.

· Remove all substances incompatible with the flooring adhesive and that contain soap, grease/oil, wax and silicone as per manufacturer’s recommendation.

· Broom and vacuum clean substrate to be covered immediately before product installation. After cleaning examine substrate for moisture, alkalinity salts, carbonation or dust. Do not proceed with installation until satisfactory conditions have been corrected.

2.4.2 Installation Procedure

· Installation procedure will be as per manufacturer’s recommendation.

· Prior to start of installation activities, refer to the approved shop drawings related to the installation area & ensure that carpet flooring shall be as per approved material submittal. MEP clearance for any utilities shall be secured prior to start the succeeding works. Execution Clearance shall be signed and approved by all parties prior to installation of carpet to ensure no other work balance of the screed.

· Ensure that approved shop drawing related to the installation area & materials are as per approved material submittal.

· Begin the layout by carefully marking working lines on the floor surface to act as the starting position and guide for your carpet tile installation. First, determine that your room is as square as possible: Take measurements to determine the center of the room and snap a horizontal and a vertical chalk line that intersect at the center of the room. (see Figure-1)

· The adhesive must be applied in a full spread rate as per manufacturer’s recommendation.

· Allow the adhesive to dry to a clear tacky state.

· Once the adhesive properly sets up place the first four tiles carefully along the intersection of your first quadrant, stair stepping each tile as you go (see Fig. 2).

Figure – 2

· Once the adhesive properly sets up place the first four tiles carefully along the intersection of your first quadrant, stair stepping each tile as you go (see Fig. 2).

· This pyramid technique keeps the entire layout square and in reference to the chalk lines. Slide each tile into position from the side to prevent trapping yarn. Trapped yarn will affect the appearance of the installation and cause alignment problems. Do not compress tile when installing, this will cause peaking, requiring reinstallation.

· Use a framing square / square angle to randomly check squareness of installation (see Fig. 3).

Figure – 3

· Carpet tiles cut well from the back. Tiles should be cut so that the trimmed edge will always be placed against the wall. After Installation, all areas must be rolled with a seam roller to blend and enhance seams.

NOTE: Compressing the tie at the wall can cause edge peaking.

Tile

Straightedge

Floor

Figure - 4

Figure - 5

· Figure 4. One method of trimming the tiles is to measure the distance between the wall and the closest installed full tile. Utilizing the measurement, mark the back of the tile to be trimmed with a pencil or pen and a straight edge or other straight object. Using a sharp blade, score the tile along the marked line and bend or break the tile. Sever the tile along the line using a sharp blade.

· When trimming around doors and columns, rigid “utility type” blades often work better than more flexible slotted blades. Carpet Tiles are easiest cut by scoring the back with a rigid blade, and then bending or breaking the tile. The tile can then be severed with a sharp blade.

· Figure 5. If preferred, Carpet Tiles can be trimmed by coving the tile up the wall, and trimming free hand. Wall trimmer work best for this type of trimming. Rigid Hook or straight blades also work well.

· Chair pads are recommended under office chairs with roller casters to preserve appearance retention, avoid premature and accelerated wear.

· After completion of each work the area shall be kept clean and closed to avoid dirt on the carpet.

· After the installation until being taken to use the carpets should be protected against damage and soiling from traffic and subsequent craftsmen. The extent and type of covering will depend on the type of load, traffic intensity and weather a dry or wet load can be expected.

· No furniture or equipment should be placed on the carpet before the floor adhesive is completely dry and tempered which can take up to 24 hrs.

· Working areas will be kept clean by disposing the waste materials at the designated work areas.

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