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This method statement is prepared on the basis of the project description that was
issued; it gives a suggestion of our general approach to the construction and
management of the project. Incorporated are our intentions for managing and
sustaining the project and the particular approaches that will be taken for certain
key aspects.
Pre-start Investigations
Following to commencement of site works, an external survey will be carried out
to confirm the existing site levels, extent of any existing services and the condition
of the existing surroundings. Notification of the project commencement will be
issued to all Statutory Authorities, advising them of the construction works.
Security and Site Establishment
Fencing will be erected on the site boundary to secure it during the contract period.
These fences will be maintained and modified during the contract to suit the
phasing of the works. Site office and welfare facilities will be established on site.
Temporary site accommodation and welfare facilities will comprise of the Building
Managers office, Surveyors office, Meeting and Induction room, Canteen and
Restroom facilities etc. These will be erected on hard-standings within the
contractors working area.
Storage and Handling
The contractors site area will provide the storage area for all plant and materials
delivered to site. Materials will be stored within the building. More vulnerable
materials/equipment will be stored in secure containers.
Scope of Method Statement
The method statement relates to the preparation of site, construction of foundation
and superstructure for a research building located in St Anns Port of Spain
The scope of works comprises the following:
General Earthworks
Construction of foundation
Construction of building frame superstructure
Construction of roof
Construction Time
Since this project involves earth works the weather would automatically be the
controlling factor on duration. Excavation and foundation works cannot be carried
out effectively in unfavorable weather conditions. If the weather remains favorable
throughout the expected duration then the project would be completed on schedule.
Fabrication and Erection of the columns, beams braces and shear walls can be
carried out in normal times.
Stage 1 of the project, comprising of the construction of pad and strip foundations
and retaining walls would be completed over a period of 10 weeks depending on
the weather situations.
Stage 2 of the project involves assembling the building frame / superstructure
beams, columns, shear walls, composite flooring, etc. which is estimated to take 8
weeks.
Stage 3 of the project would include the fitting out, site clearance and preparation
for handover. This is expected to take another 6 weeks.
The overall duration of the project is estimated at around 10-12 months.
Construction Procedures
The sequence of construction is summarized in the following topics:
a. Tendering
b. Initial Works
c. Clearing and grubbing
d. Sub-structure Construction
e. Excavation
f. Construction Safety
g. Superstructure
h. Super structure safety
i. Scaffolding and Temporary works
j. Variations
k. Internal Works
l. Services
8. The provision of barriers and/or fencing must be provided to keep the public
away from the site.
Super Structure
1. Twelve (12), W 12 x 65 universal steel columns are necessary to support the
structure. These columns would be pin connected to reinforced concrete piers. The
roof diaphragm would consist of W10 x54 main beams and w10x 22.
4. The roof diaphragm would be structurally completed by 0.01m dia. pipes around
the perimeter of the roof.
5. There would be four shear walls on each corner of the building which would be
fixed connected to the slab. These rectangular shear walls would run from the base
of the strip footings to the beams overhead.
6. The structural steel frame will be erected using a mobile crane. This crane will
also help position all the roof elements safely. The roof diaphragm construction
will commence once the steel frame has been erected. External independent
scaffolding will be erected where required to provide safe access for the roofing.
Much of this would be carried out via mobile elevated work platforms. The roof
covering installation will commence once the roof diaphragm has been completed.
Superstructure Construction Sequence
The order of construction of the building superstructure frame is as follows:
1. Erection of steel columns on reinforced concrete pillars using base plate
connections
Connection of main and secondary beams
Placement of composite deck sheeting
Preparation of reinforcement and formwork for construction of shear walls and.
Composite flooring
7. Construction of shear walls and composite floor
8. Fixing of angle cleats and Z purlins to steel joist
9. Connection of roof sheeting to Z purlins
10. Fire proofing of primary elements
12. Construction of external walls to enclose building. External walls would have
an exposed brickwork finish on the inside.
1314. Installation of glazing
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Super Structure Safety Considerations
1. Lift equipment
2. Any plant used to lift materials and support equipment must comply with the
Lifting Operations and Lifting Equipment Regulations 1998. The lifting equipment
must always have a sufficient load lifting capacity for the task.
3. Lifting operations must always be planned with care. Special consideration
should be given to:
The ability of the ground to support the lifting equipment and the load
The load and the working radius anticipated
Any extra loading on the adjacent ground that could affect the excavation
The need always to use the correct lifting attachments and lifting
equipment, such as chains and shackles.
Scaffolding and Temporary works
Conventional scaffolding, where required will suit the nature, location and type of
the particular operations.
All scaffolding will be securely tied to the structure and will include suitable
ladder access.
Scaffolding will be provided, erected and maintained in accordance with all
current statutory regulations.
Suitable guard railing will be utilized to prevent falling from unprotected edges
of the excavations, upper floors and staircases as applicable.
No person other than certified competent scaffolders will be permitted to erect,
alter, adapt or dismantle any conventional scaffolding.
Internal Work
1. Internal finishing trades will commence once a weather tight environment has
been achieved within the building.
2. The wall and ceiling finishes will be completed ready for final fixtures and
fittings after the floor tiles have been laid.
Services
1. A detailed fabrication, delivery and installation schedule will be prepared by the
Mechanical and Electrical contractor, upon instructions to proceed. The high level
conduits and pipework above ceiling level will be installed using safe access
equipment.
2. Installation of light fittings, smoke detectors and fire alarm systems will be
coordinated with the suspended ceiling works. Power and water supplies would be
introduced to the building at this stage.