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TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS Tender no.
4000000106
GENERAL SPECIFICATION FOR CIVIL WORKS
1. EARTHWORK
TS-1.1. Excavation:
1.1.1. The work to be done under this section comprise performance of all
work necessary for excavation with shoring, strutting, dewatering,
pumping including disposing of all surplus excavated material from the
site as directed by the Engineer.
1.1.2. Excavation shall be carried out in any type of soil, gravel, conglomerate,
soft rock, boulders, old foundation, hard rock, concrete, asphalt or
stone paved surfaces old masonry or concrete (plain or reinforced)
encountered within width, length and depths indicated in the drawings.
Where any temporary or permanent structure like sheet piling,
diaphragm wall or piles have already been taken up, all excavation work
shall be from the point carried out earlier and all precaution during
further excavation and or any construction operation shall be exercised
not to damage such existing temporary or permanent work. Where
directed by the Engineer trees encountered within the work site shall be
uprooted as per approved manner and serviceable wooden logs shall be
stacked at site / disposed of as directed by the Engineer. Branches of
trees etc. shall be disposed of or stacked at site as directed by the
Engineer.
1.1.3. No permanent work shall be commenced in the excavated area until the
foundations pits have been inspected and approved by the Engineer.
1.1.4. The Contractor may use any suitable excavated materials for
incorporation in the permanent or temporary works as may be
convenient subject to compliance with the specifications.
1.1.5. Any obstacles encountered during excavation shall be reported

immediately to the Engineer and shall be dealt with as directed by the
Engineer.
TS-1.2. Site Levels:

1.2.1. Before the work commences the Contractor shall carry out a survey of
the levels of the site and obtain verification by the Engineer of these
levels. Levels shall be taken on a grid to be agreed with the Engineer
and the Contractor shall submit three prints of the drawing showing
the site levels for record purpose.
TS-1.3. Support of Excavation:

1.3.1. The Contractor shall adequately support the sides of excavation as may
be necessary to prevent subsidence or movement of the material in
which the excavation is being carried out and to ensure the safety of
persons and nearby structures.
TS-1.4. Slips:
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS Tender no. 4000000106
1.4.1. The Contractor shall take all necessary precautions to prevent slips in
excavations and shall at his own make good any damage or defect and
remove to spoil dumps any surplus material caused by slips..
TS-1.5. Excavation beyond Required Limit:

1.5.1. Any excavation beyond the required limits and against which concrete
is to be placed shall be made good with concrete of similar grades. Any
excavation beyond the required limits at locations where no concrete is
to be placed will not be required to be made good with concrete unless
otherwise directed by the Engineer provided always that any
consequential additional work caused or necessitated by the excavation
beyond limits will not be admitted for payment.
TS-1.6. Dewatering:
1.6.1. While execution of works, if so encountered, the Contractor shall
provide for the purpose of excavation under water all the necessary
dewatering equipment like well points, pumps (including stand byes),
pipes, conduits, etc. and make necessary arrangement for proper
drainage of the pumped water from the well points and its easy disposal
without affecting the site and the adjoining areas. Any permission
required for such disposal of water to other areas, shall be taken from
the respective authorities by the Contractor at his own cost.
TS-1.7. Earthwork in Filling and Site Clearing:

1.7.1. Filling is to be carried out upto the level as shown in the drawing. All
old foundations, boulders etc. encountered during filling shall be
removed as directed by the Engineer.
TS-1.8. Soft Patches:

1.8.1. All the soft patches encountered at the desired level of excavation, shall
be removed completely as directed by the Engineer and filled back with
approved soil and duly rammed and compacted with water to the
required density of filling as specified and to the entire satisfaction of
the Engineer. In case of rocky founding strata any soft patch and or
voids are encountered, such soft patches shall be replaced and the void
filled with plain cement concrete of M-15 grade compacted and finished
as per direction and satisfaction of the Engineer.
TS-1.9. Compaction Quality:

1.9.1. Compaction of earth and sand filling in areas where foundations and
floors are located, the degree of compaction achieved shall be minimum
95% of maximum dry density as obtained by Proctor compaction as per
IS:2720 (Part VII). Unless otherwise specified, in roads & other areas
the degree of compaction shall be 90%.
TS-1.10. Testing of Filling Layer:

1.10.1. After the compaction of each layer, samples shall be taken from the
compacted layer and tested for dry density as per IS Practice .
i) The next layer of filling shall not be permitted to be deposited until

the Engineer is satisfied that the previous layer has achieved
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required compaction. The contractor shall inform the Engineer in

writing for inspection after filling and compaction of each layer. If any
particular layer fails to meet the required compaction, it shall be
re-compacted as directed by the Engineer and fresh samples shall be
taken to ascertain the compaction density. Such re-compaction shall
be continued till the desired compaction is achieved. The thickness of
each compacted layer shall not exceed 200 mm
TS-1.11. Dressing & Finishing:

1.11.1. The filling after it reaches the required level, shall be dressed and
finished as specified to the required alignment, levels, cross sections,
dimensions and slopes as shown in the drawing or as directed by the
Engineer. No deviation shall generally be allowed from the levels shown
in the drawings.
TS-1.12. Surface Excavation
1.12.1. Excavation exceeding 1.5 m in width or / and 10 sq. m. on plan but not
exceeding 30 cm in depth shall be described as 'Surface Excavation`.
TS-1.13. Setting Out and Making Profiles
1.13.1. Masonry pillars shall be erected at suitable points in the area which is
visible from the largest area to serve as bench marks for the execution
of the work. These benchmarks shall be constructed as required and
connected with standard B.M. as approved by the Engineer. Necessary
profiles with pegs, bamboos and strings shall be made to show the
correct formation levels before the work is started. These shall be
maintained during the excavation.
1.13.2. The ground levels shall be taken at 2 to 5 metres intervals (as directed
by the Engineer) in uniformly sloping ground and at closer intervals
where local mounds, pits or undulations are met with. The ground
levels shall be recorded in field books and plotted on plans. The plans
shall be drawn after the building plans being superimposed with correct
dimensions and orientation and to a scale of 4 metres to one cm or any
other suitable scale decided by the Engineer. North direction line and
position of B.M. shall be shown on the plans. These plans shall be
signed by the contractor and submitted to the Engineer for his record
purposes, before the earthwork is started. The surveyor & labour
required for taking levels shall be supplied by the contractor at no
additional cost.
TS-1.14. Cutting
1.14.1. In firm soils, the sides of the trench shall be kept vertical upto a depth
of 2 metres from the bottom. For a greater depth, the excavation profiles
shall be widened by allowing steps of 50 cm on either side after every 2
metres from the bottom. Alternatively the excavation can be done so as
to give slopes of 1:4. Where the soil is soft, loose or slushy, the width of
steps shall be suitably increased or side sloped or the soil shored up as
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directed by Engineer. It shall be the responsibility of the contractor to

obtain complete instructions in writing from the Engineer regarding the
stepping, sloping or shoring to be done for the excavation deeper than 2
metres.
1.14.2. The bed of excavation shall be made to the correct level or slope and
consolidated by watering and ramming. Soft / defective spots shall be
dug out and filled with leveling concrete as directed by the Engineer.
The excess depth shall be made good by the contractor with the
concrete of the same mix as leveling concrete at his own.
TS-1.15. Planking and Strutting

1.15.1. When the depth of trench in soft / loose exceeds 2 metres, stepping,
sloping and / or planking and strutting of sides shall be done. In case
of loose and slushy soils, the depths at which these precautions are to
be taken shall be determined by the Engineer according to the nature of
soil.
1.15.2. Planking and strutting shall be 'close' or 'open' depending on the nature
of soil and the depth of trench. The type of planking and strutting shall
be determined by the Engineer. It shall be the responsibility of the
Contractor to take all necessary steps to prevent the sides of trenches
from collapse.
TS-1.16. Close planking & Strutting

1.16.1. Close planking and strutting shall be done by completely covering the
sides of the trench, generally with short, upright, members called
'polling boards'. These shall be 250 x 38mm in section or as directed by
the Engineer. The boards shall generally be placed in position vertically
in pairs, one board on either side of cutting. These shall be kept apart
by horizontal wallings of strong wood at a minimum spacing of 1.2
metres cross-strutted with ballies or as directed by the Engineer. The
length and diameter of the ballie-struts shall depend upon the width of
the trench.
1.16.2. When the soil is very soft and loose, the boards shall be placed
horizontally against the sides of the excavation and supported by
vertical wailings, which shall be strutted to similar timber pieces on
the opposite face of the trench. The lowest boards supporting the sides
shall be taken in the ground for a minimum depth of 75 mm. No portion
of the vertical side of the trench shall remain exposed, so that the earth
is not liable to slip out.
1.16.3. The withdrawal of the timber members shall be done very carefully to
prevent collapse of the trench. It shall be started at one end &
proceeded systematically to the other end. Concrete or masonry shall
not be damaged while removing the planks. No claim shall be
entertained for any timber, which cannot be withdrawn and is lost or
buried, unless required by the Engineer to be left permanently in
position.
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TS-1.17. Open Planking and Strutting

1.17.1. In case of open planking and strutting, the entire surface of the side
trench is not required to be covered. The vertical boards of 250 x 38
mm thick shall be spaced sufficiently apart to leave unsupported strips
of 50 cm average width. The detailed arrangement sizes of the timber
and the distances apart shall be subject to the approval of the Engineer.
In all other respect, specifications for close planking and strutting shall
apply to open Planking and Strutting.
TS-1.18. Classification of Earth Work

The earth work shall be classified under the following main categories and
measured separately for each category.
1.18.1. Ordinary Soils, Sand, Clay & Soft Murrum : This includes earth, soft
murrum, top deposits of agricultural soil, reclaimed soil, clay, sand or
any combination thereof which can be excavated with shovels, loose
application of pick axes etc.
1.18.2. Hard soil, murrum, boulders, weathered / soft rock:All decomposed

weathered rock, highly fissured rock, old masonry, boulders bigger than
0.03 cum. in volume but not bigger than 0.5 cum. and other varieties of
soft rock which can be removed only with hard application pick axes,
crow bars, wedges and hammers with some difficulty. The more fact
that the contractor resorts to blasting and / or wedging and chiselling
for reasons of his own, shall not mean the rock is classifiable as hard
rock.
1.18.3. Ordinary Rock all type of laterite rock will be treated as ordinary rock.
If there is any difference of opinion in distinguishing between ordinary
and hard rock, then the engineers decision shall be final and binding.
1.18.4. Hard Rock: This includes all rock other than soft rock mentioned
above, occurring in masses, boulders having approximate volume more
than 0.5 cum. plain or reinforced cement concrete, which can best be
removed by blasting or chiselling and wedging where blasting cannot be
permitted owing to any restriction at site.
Note: All the excavated hard rock obtained shall be stacked properly and
neatly within the specified lead by the contractor as directed by the
Engineer-in-Charge.
2. EARTH WORK IN FILLING / REFILLING
Unless otherwise specified, selected excavated earth shall be used for refilling.
For general area filling for raising formation level selected earth shall be used as
directed by the Engineer. Before filling of such area existing top soil shall be
scarified to remove all vegetation and soft or debris already existing. After
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cleaning of debris etc the top soil shall be compacted before filling with any new
soil. In case the filling earth contains deleterious salts it shall not be used.
Approval of filling materials is to be obtained well in advance to commencement
of work. All clods of earth shall be broken or removed. Where the excavated
material is mostly rock with boulders, the boulders shall be broken into pieces
not bigger than 7.5 cm size in any direction mixed with fine materials consisting
of decomposed rock, murum or earth so as to fill up the voids as far as possible
and then the mixture used for filling, as approved by the Engineer. However the
decision / instructions of the Engineer shall be final.
TS-2.1. Area Filling with Sand / Murum / Crushed Stone Aggregate

2.1.1. General
The area filling shall be done with any or mixture of the selected and
approved fills material. All such filling shall be done in layers not
exceeding 20 cm and compacted upto 90% Proctor Density and test
results in respect to location / area shall be submitted to the Engineer
for approval. The fill shall be taken up upto below base course for the
road area and for other areas upto a level as directed by the Engineer.
The last portion of filling shall be taken up with selected earth from
outside suitable for landscaping and filling taken up as directed by the
Engineer.
2.1.2. Sand
Sand shall be clean and free from dust, organic & foreign matter.
2.1.3. Murum
Murum shall be of approved quality & shall be brought from approved
source.
2.1.4. Filling with Sand / Murum

Sand / murum filling shall be done in a manner similar to earth filling
in plinth as specified hereinbefore except that consolidation of sand
shall be done by flooding with water. The surface of the consolidated
sand / murum shall be dressed to required level or slope. Concreting of
floor shall not be started till the Engineer has inspected and approved
of the sand / murum filling.
2.1.5. Hard Core Soling
The hard core shall consist of layers of uniform thickness of trap stone
rubble (of size 150 mm to 230 mm) or any other approved stone
carefully set as close as possible on ground properly formed for the
purpose. The packing shall consist of large stones. The interstices
between the rubble stones shall be filled up with stone chips removing
the projection of the upper part of the packing so as not to loosen the
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hard core soling, the hard core soling should be thoroughly rammed,
watered, settled to place and made compact.
2.1.6. Anti-Termite Treatment
2.1.7. General
Anti-termite treatment shall be as per ISI-6313 (Part II) with a

guarantee period of 10 years and shall be carried out by an approved
specialist agency.
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2.1.8. Materials
Concentration
Chloropyriphos 20 EC which is to be used at 1% concentration

conforming to IS: 8944 shall be brought to site of work in sealed
original containers. The material shall be brought in at a time in
adequate quantity to suffice for the whole or at least a fortnight's work.
The empties shall not be removed from the site of work, till the relevant
item of work has been completed and permission obtained from the
Engineer.
2.1.9. Pre-Construction Chemical Treatment
Treatment shall be done by the approved specialist Sub contractor /

Agency as per the procedures laid down in IS: 6313 (Part-II) in the
following areas or elsewhere as required to make chemical barriers
against termites:
a) At Column-Pits, Wall-Trenches and Basement Excavations

b) At Plinth Filling
c) At the Junction of Wall & Floor
d) Along External Perimeter of Building
e) At Expansion Joints
f) At Soil Surrounding Pipes / Wastes Pipes & Conduits
Hand operated pressure pump shall be used for uniform spraying of the
chemicals. To have proper check for uniform spraying of chemicals,
graduated containers shall be used. Proper check shall be kept so that
the specified quantity of chemicals is used for the required area during
the operation.
2.1.10. Disturbance
The treated soil barriers shall not be disturbed after they are formed. If
by chance, treated soil barriers are disturbed, immediate steps shall be
taken to restore the continuity and completeness of the barrier system.
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2.1.11. Safety Precautions
All chemicals used for anti-termite treatment are poisonous &

hazardous to health. These chemicals can have an adverse effect upon
health when absorbed through the skin, inhaled as vapours or spray
mists or swallowed. Person using or handling the chemicals shall be
warned of the dangers and safety precautions.
The containers shall be clearly labeled and shall be stored carefully so

that children and pets cannot get at them. They shall be kept securely
closed.
Particular care shall be taken to prevent skin contact with

concentrates. Prolonged exposure to dilute emulsions shall also be
avoided. Workers shall wear suitable clothing and shall wash
thoroughly with soap & water, especially before eating and smoking. In
the event of severe contamination, clothing shall be removed at once
and the skin washed with soap and water. If chemicals splash into the
eyes they shall be flushed with plenty of soap & water and immediate
medical attention shall be given.
The concentrates are oil solutions and present a fire hazard owing to
the use of petroleum solvents. All fire hazard precautions shall be
taken while mixing.
Care shall be taken in the application of chemicals to see that they are
not allowed to contaminate wells or springs, which serve as sources of
drinking water. In case of poisoning, suitable measures shall be taken
for protection in accordance with IS:4015 (Part-I) and IS : 4015 (Part-
II).
3. CONCRETE WORK & UNDER GROUND WATER PROOFING

TS-3.1. General
This section covers the requirements for furnishing of cement concrete
including materials proportioning, batching, mixing, testing, placing,
compacting, finishing, jointing, curing & all other work as required for
cast-in-situ plain and reinforced concrete.
TS-3.2. Submittals
3.2.1. Materials Reports
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Prior to start of delivery of materials required for cement concrete the

following shall be submitted by the Contractor to the Engineer for
approval.
a) Recommended suppliers and / or sources of all ingredients for
making concrete including cement, fine & coarse aggregates, water
and additives including samples thereof.
b) Quality Inspection Plan to ensure continuing quality control of

ingredients by periodic sampling, testing and reporting to the
Engineer on the quality of materials being supplied.
3.2.2. Plant and Equipment
The contractor shall submit the proposed programme, methods and

details of plant and equipment to be used for batching, mixing and
placing of concrete to the Engineer, well in advance prior to start of
work.
3.2.3. Certificates
a) With each mix design, the Contractor shall submit test reports on
concrete cubes and as well as on ingredients to be used at the
actual construction work for approval of the Engineer.
b) In case the source, brand or characteristic properties of the

ingredients are required to be varied during the term of the
contract, a revised mix design report shall be submitted to the
Engineer.
3.2.4. Schedules
The Contractor shall prepare working schedules for dates and quantity,
location of pouring of concrete for each item of work and submit same
to the Engineer at least 48 hours before commencement of such work.
TS-3.3. Materials
Before bringing to the site, all materials for cement concrete shall be got
approved by the Engineer. All approved samples shall be retained in the
office of the Engineer before placing orders for the materials with suppliers.
The materials brought on to the works shall conform in every respect to
their approved samples.
Fresh samples shall be delivered to the Engineer whenever type or source of
any material changes. The contractor shall check each fresh consignment
of materials as it is brought on to the works to ensure that they conform to
the specifications and / or approved samples.
The Engineer shall have the option to have any of the materials tested to
find whether they are in accordance with specifications. All bills, vouchers
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and test certificates which in the opinion of the Engineer are necessary
shall be produced for his inspection when required.
Any materials which have not been found to conform to the specifications
and not approved by the Engineer shall be removed from the site by the
contractor within the time stipulated by the Engineer.
TS-3.4. Cement
a) The cement used shall be Ordinary Portland Cement conforming to IS:
8112.
b) Whenever possible all cement of each type shall be obtained each from
one constant source throughout the contract. Cement of different types
shall not be mixed with one another. Different brands of cement, or the
same brand of cement from different sources, shall not be used without
prior notification and approval of Engineer.
c) The cement shall be supplied either packed in bags or in silos installed

for the purpose of supply. Packed cement shall be delivered to the site in
original sealed bags which shall be labeled with the weight, date of
manufacture, name of manufacturer, brand and type. Cement received
in torn bags shall not be used. Moreover bags of cement which vary in
weight by more than 3% shall not be accepted.
d) All cement shall be fresh when delivered and at ambient atmospheric

temperature.
e) In fair-faced elements, the cement used in the concrete for any complete
element shall be from a single consignment. All cement for exposed
concrete shall be from the same approved source and uniform in colour.
f) With each and every delivery of cement the contractor shall provide the
manufacturer's certificate that the cement conforms to the relevant
Indian Standard.
g) The Contractor shall provide facilities for making 7 days tests and 28
days from time to time in accordance with IS:3535, IS:4031 and IS:4032
(Latest Edition) and shall allow for carrying out such tests as may be
required by the Engineer and for reporting the results.
TS-3.5. Aggregates
a) Aggregates from natural sources shall be in accordance with IS: 383.

The Contractor shall submit to the Engineer certificates of grading and
compliance from the suppliers for all consignment of aggregate. In
addition from time to time, the Contractor shall test that aggregate at
site in accordance with IS: 2386 Part I, II & III. The contractor shall
allow for and provide all necessary apparatus for carrying out such tests
and for supplying test records to the Engineer. The aggregates shall be
free from salts or other harmful chemical impurities.
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b) For fair-faced concrete, the contractor shall ensure that aggregates are
free from iron pyrites and impurities, which may cause discoloration.
3.5.1. Fine Aggregates
The fine aggregate shall be pit sand, river sand or other approved sand
conforming to IS: 383. It shall be free from clay, loam, and earth or
vegetable matter & from salt or other harmful chemical impurities. In
case impurities cannot be removed by screening process, sand shall be
washed and cleaned to the satisfaction of the Engineer. It shall be
clean, sharp, strong, angular and composed of hard silicious material.
a) Silt Content
The maximum quantity of silt in fine aggregates as determined by the
Field method shall not exceed 8 percent by volume.
3.5.2. Coarse Aggregate
a) The coarse aggregate shall be crushed stone conforming to IS: 383,

having nominal size of 20 mm & 40 mm as per requirements and
as approved by Engineer.
b) Coarse aggregate obtained from crushed or broken stone shall be

angular, hard, strong, dense, durable, clean and free from soft,
friable, thin flat, elongated or flaky pieces.
c) Except where it can be shown to the satisfaction of the Engineer

that a supply of properly graded aggregate of uniform quality can
be maintained over the period of the works, the grading of
aggregate shall be controlled by obtaining the coarse aggregate in
different sizes & blending them in correct proportions as and when
required.
TS-3.6. Water
3.6.1. Water used in the works shall be potable water & free from deleterious
materials. Water used for mixing and curing concrete as well as for
cooling and / or washing aggregate shall be fresh and clean, free from
injurious amounts of oil, salts, acids, alkali, other chemicals and
organic matter.
3.6.2. Water shall be from the source approved by the Engineer and shall be
in accordance with IS: 456 (latest edition)
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3.6.3. Before starting any concreting work and wherever the source of water
changes, the water shall be tested for its chemical and other impurities
to ascertain its suitability for use. No water shall be used until tested,
found satisfactory and approved by Engineer. Water testing kit shall be
made available at site for random checking of water.
TS-3.7. Steel Reinforcement
Steel reinforcement shall be of Thermo Mechanically Treated (TMT) bar

confirming to IS 1786 (latest edition)
TS-3.8. Admixtures and Additives
i. Chemical admixtures shall conform to IS 9103 & are not to be used

unless permitted by the Engineer. In case their use is permitted, the
type, amount, chemical property and method of use of any admixture
proposed by the contractor shall be submitted to the Engineer for
approval prior to the approval of the same.
ii. The contractor shall further provide the following information

concerning each admixture to the Engineer.
a) Normal dosage and detrimental effects if any of under dosage and over
dosage.
b) The chemical names of the main ingredients in the admixture.
c) The chloride ion content if any expressed as a percentage by weight of

admixture.
d) Whether or not the admixture leads to entrapment of air when used in

the manufacturer's recommended dosage.
e) Where two or more admixtures are proposed to be used in any one mix,
the manufacturer's written confirmation of their compatibility.
iii. In reinforced concrete, the chloride ion of any admixture used shall not
exceed 2% by weight of the admixture as determined in accordance with
IS:6925 and the total chloride ion in all admixtures used in concrete mix
shall not exceed 0.83 percent by weight of cement or as per latest IS code.
iv. he admixtures shall conform to IS: 9103. The suitability of all admixtures
shall be verified by trial mixes.
v. The addition of calcium chloride to concrete containing embedded metal will

not be permitted under any circumstances.
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vi. Retarding admixtures when used shall be based on lingo sulphonates with
due consideration to clause 5.2 and 5.3 of IS: 7861.
vii. Waterproofing admixtures shall comply with IS: 2645.
TS-3.9. Plant
3.9.1. The contractor shall maintain all parts of plant at all times in a clean and
efficient working condition.
3.9.2. The contractor shall maintain all the other construction equipments
required for timely completion of work in running conditions.
TS-3.10. Storage
All goods and products covered by these specifications shall be procured well in
advance and stored as specified below:
3.10.1. Storage of Cement
i. Cement shall be stored on a raised floor in dry, waterproof and well

ventilated shed.
ii. Cement bags shall be stacked at least 60 cm away from external walls
and in stacks of not more than ten bags to avoid lumping under
pressure.
iii. Cement stored during monsoons shall be completely enclosed in 700

gauge polythene sheet so arranged that the flap closes on the top stack.
The contractor shall ensure that protective polythene sheet is not
damaged at any time during use.
iv. Cement of different types shall be stored in separate sheds or separate

compartment of a shed. If different types of cement are mixed, the
Engineer will have the discretion to condemn all the cement concerned.
v. Consignment of cement shall be used in order of delivery. A record shall
be kept of the batch numbers of cement deliveries in such a form that
the part of the works in which the cement is used can be readily
identified.
vi. The contractor shall be responsible for the storage of cement at the site
and no claim will be entertained in the event of any damage occurring to
cement due to faulty storage by the contractors or on account of his
negligence.
vii. Cement stored on site for a period longer than eight weeks shall be
tested to the satisfaction of the Engineer before it is used in the works.
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viii. Cement which has so deteriorated in quality that it no longer conforms

in all respects to the requirements of this specification will be
condemned by the Engineer & shall not be used in the works. The
contractor shall immediately remove from the site all cement, which has
been so condemned
3.10.2. Stacking of Aggregates
i. Aggregates shall be stored on a suitable well drained raft of concrete,

timber, metal or other approved material. The storage of aggregate on
the ground will not be permitted.
ii. Each size of aggregate shall be stored separately in such a manner as

to prevent spillage and mixing of one aggregate with an adjacent
aggregate. The dividing wells of any bins shall be of sufficient height &
the aggregate shall be so deposited that a distance of 300 mm shall be
left between the top of the division wall and any part of the aggregate
stack.
iii. When stack piling, the aggregate shall not form pyramids resulting in
segregation of different size particles. The stacks shall be regular and of
a height not exceeding two metres.
3.10.3. Stacking and Storage of Steel Reinforcement

Steel reinforcement shall be stored in a way as to prevent distortion and
corrosion, bars of different classifications, sizes and lengths shall be stored
separately to facilitate issues in such sizes and lengths and to minimize
wastage in cutting from standard lengths.
TS-3.11. Concrete Mix

Cement concrete used in the works shall be either of the two categories given
below:
3.11.1. Nominal Mix Concrete
The proportion of aggregates and cement shall be as specified.
3.11.2. Design Mix or Controlled Concrete
i. The design mix or controlled concrete shall conform to the grades

specified in item or drawings. The mix shall be designed to achieve the
required strength and the ingredients shall be measured by weight in
approved weigh batching equipment. Mixing of water shall be
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measured in graduated litre cans. In case cement is supplied packed

in bags one or more complete bags of cement shall be used for each
batch of concrete.
ii. The controlled concrete shall meet with the strength requirement laid
down in Table 2. The aggregate cement ratio and water cement ratio to
be used for obtaining the specified strengths given in Table 2, shall be
determined in accordance with the design of the mix. The water
cement ratio shall not be more than the maximum water cement ratio
specified hereinafter.
TABLE - 2
Compressive Strength of 15 cm Cubes

(Kg/Sq.cm)
Grade of
Laboratory Design
Controlled Field Test
Strength
Concrete
28
7 days 28 days 7 days
days
M 20 190 280 140 200
M 25 235 345 175 250
M 30 270 410 205 300
iii. The contractor shall be responsible for designing mixes of the specified
performance to suit the degree of workability and characteristic
strength, required for the various parts of the works.
iv. Alternative mixes may be designed by the contractor for use in both
thin and narrow sections & thick sections. Special mixes using finer
aggregates may be designed by him for infilling pockets and narrow
spaces and for regions of congested reinforcement.
v. The minimum cement content for various grades of concrete shall be

as follows.
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Minimum Cement Content

Grade of Concrete (Kg. Per m3)
PCC RCC
M20 250 -
M30 - 320
vi. The maximum water cement ratio shall be 0.45 for M-30 & M-25 grade
concrete, and 0.5 for M 20 grade concrete
3.11.3. Strength of Nominal Mix Concrete
The compressive strength on field tests for different nominal mixes, if

adopted are given in Table - 3 below :
Table - 3
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Concrete Mix (Nominal) Compressive Strength (Kg/sq.cm)
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7 days 28 days
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M - 20 (1:1.5:3) 140 200
M - 15 (1:2:4) 105 150
M - 10 (1:3.6) 70 100
M 7.5(1:4.8) 50 75
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3.11.4. Water Cement Ratio
The quantity of water added to the cement and aggregate during mixing shall be
such as to produce a concrete having sufficient workability to enable it to be
properly compacted to be worked into the corners of the shuttering and around
reinforcement.
The variation of moisture content within any consignment of aggregate and any
variations due to watering, exposure to rain or drying weather shall be taken
into account in determining the quantity of water to be added in concrete mix.
The contractor shall carry out regular moisture content tests in accordance with
IS:2386 Part III on stacked aggregate as directed by the Engineer and results
submitted to him.
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In case of nominal mix concrete the maximum water cement ratio shall be as
stated in Table - 9, IS : 456 and in the case of controlled concrete the water
cement ratio shall be as determined in the approved mix design subject to
maximum limit as stated hereinbefore.
The contractor shall exercise tight control on the water content for concrete mix.
When a suitable water cement ratio has been determined and approved by the
Engineer, it shall be maintained throughout the corresponding part of works.
Approved tests shall be undertaken periodically by the contractor to satisfy the
Engineer of the maintenance of the consistency. However the amount of water
added to a mix other than for fair faced concrete may be reduced below the
agreed design amount with the consent of the Engineer if the contractor is able
to demonstrate that such a reduction is consistent with producing concrete of
the required workability and characteristic strength.
The contractor shall frequently test the concrete for slump cone test. The slump
at the actual location of placing as measured in accordance with the methods
laid down in IS:1199 shall not be more than 75 mm and not less than 50 mm
unless otherwise approved by the Engineer.
TS-3.12. Approval of Design Mixes
The contractor shall submit to the Engineer for comment sufficient evidence
based on trial mixes that for each grade of concrete, the intended workability,
the proposed mix proportions & method of manufactures, which will produce
concrete of the required quality.
The contractors shall obtain from the Engineer his written approval on the mix
design for each grade of concrete before any concrete of that grade is placed in
the works.
For each grade of concrete, three separate batches of concrete shall be made by
the contractor using materials typical of the proposed supply and under full
scale site conditions.
The workability of each of the trial batches shall be determined and 3 specimen
preliminary test cubes shall be tested at 7 days & 6 cubes of each set shall be
tested at 28 days.
Following agreement with the Engineer on the trial mix proportions should the
contractor wish to make substantial changes in the materials or in the
proportions of the materials to be used in mix, the Engineer will require further
trial mixes to be made and their results submitted for comments prior to such
materials or proportions being adopted by the contractor.
TS-3.13. Concrete Testing
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3.13.1. Cube Test

i. The strength of concrete either in assessing the suitability of the trial
mixes or when placed in the works shall be determined from 150 mm
cubes made, cured, stored, transported and tested in accordance with
IS:516 and as specified.
ii. Test cubes shall be made as and when required by the Engineer as per
the relevant IS Stipulation.
iii. Test cubes shall be made under the direct supervision of the competent
person appointed by the contractor to supervise all stages of the
preparation and placing of concrete. They shall be made by the contractor
in the presence of the Engineer and generally from concrete taken at the
point of discharge from the mixer and the contractor shall provide
suitable facilities in the form of a shed or other covered protection as
agreed with or directed by the Engineer for the storing and curing of the
test cubes during the first 24 hours after making them and until they are
dispatched to the testing laboratory.
iv. Test cubes shall be marked and dated in such a manner that the trade
and the part of the works in which the concrete they represent has been
placed can be readily identified.
v. Testing shall be done in the field laboratory only; in special case with due
approval of Engineer or whenever so desired and directed by the
Engineer, testing may be carried out in approved laboratory and the
results shall be submitted promptly by the contractor to the Engineer
without any extra cost.
vi. When concrete of a particular grade is first used in the works, 2 cubes
each shall be taken from 3 separate batches during each of the first 7
days of using that grade. Of these 6 cubes made daily, 3 cubes (each cube
representing concrete made of a different batch) shall be tested at 7 days
and the remaining 3 cubes shall be tested at 28 days.
vii. If the concrete strength determined from such 28 days cube tests does
not reach the characteristic strength for that grade, the materials and /
or their proportions for that grade shall be modified by the contractor to
the satisfaction of the Engineer.
viii. In addition the contractor shall at his own expense take such actions as
the Engineer may consider necessary on the concrete placed in that part
of the works represented by the set of cubes so found to be below the
characteristic strength.
3.13.2. Concrete Production
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For production of concrete, concrete batching plant of about 12-15 m3/hr.

capacity with tested and calibrated water meter, mechanical weigh batcher
shall be used for production of all concrete. Necessary approval shall be
obtained from Engineer before the installation of mixing arrangement is
installed at site. However, the contractor, if desires so can procure ready mix
concrete from the market at no extra cost subject to compliance of technical
specifications as laid down in the contract agreement for various grade of
concrete. Concrete mixer for production of small quantum of concrete and
non-structural member can be allowed at the discretion of Engineer.
TS-3.14. Weigh Batching
Unless and otherwise permitted by the Engineer, all concrete ingredients except
water shall be weigh-batched using approved type of weigh-batcher. Water is to
be added in litres.
Batching shall be of an accuracy of not more than kg. & the batching
equipment shall have an accuracy of 3%. The weigh-batcher shall be tested for
accuracy of calibration before commencement of the work and at least once a
fortnight, thereafter more frequently if so required by the Engineer.
TS-3.15. Concrete Mixing

All concrete in the correct proportion of ingredients approved by the Engineer,
whether ordinary or controlled, shall be mixed in a batching plant for the
minimum time necessary to ensure adequate quality and uniform distribution of
the materials. The cement and aggregates shall normally be first mixed dry until
all particles of aggregate are coated with cement after which the water shall be
added along with admixture.
Allowance shall be made for the moisture content of the aggregates when
calculating the amount of water to be added for each mix.
The temperature of the aggregate, water and cement when added to the mixer
shall be such that the temperature of the concrete at the time of placement is
less than 40o C.
Materials for concrete shall be deposited into the drum while it is in rotation.
Mixers shall not be loaded beyond their rated capacity and each batch shall be
completely discharged from the drum before recharging takes place.
Facilities shall be provided to spray the mixer drum with cool water between
batches and on the completion of concreting the drum shall be washed
thoroughly. The surface of the mixer drum shall be maintained in a clean
condition at all times.
Retempering and / or mixing of concrete, which has partially hardened and set
will not be permitted under any circumstances.
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TS-3.16. Transporting
The period between mixing the concrete and placing it in the final position shall
be kept to a minimum and the delivery of concrete shall be co-ordinated with the
rate of placement to avoid delays in delivery and placement.
Concrete shall be handled from the place of mixing to the place of final deposit
by methods, which prevent segregation, loss of ingredients and contamination
and maintain the required workability.
Should any segregation have occurred in any batches arriving at the place of
deposition, such batches shall be rejected and shall not be allowed to use.
Where concrete is conveyed by chutes, the chutes shall be made of metal or
fitted with metal linings. The approval of the Engineer shall be obtained for the
use of chutes more than 3 metres long.
All plant and equipment used in the transportation of concrete shall be

thoroughly cleaned before and after each working period and at all changes of
concrete mixes.
All major concreting is advisable to be done by concrete pump of adequate

capacity with necessary approval obtained by the contractor. If concrete pump is
used, delivery system with adequate boom length, pipeline and associated items
shall be obtained before installation of the concrete pump. There shall also have
the provision of a approved standby system in case of any eventualities for
transportation and placement of the concrete.
TS-3.17. Preparation Before Concreting
The inside surface of the forms against which concrete is to be placed shall be
clean and free from dried or hardened spattering or coatings of concrete. The
forms shall be wetted before placing concrete.
When the work has to be resumed on a surface which has hardened, such
surface shall be roughened. It shall then be swept clean and covered with a
coating of freshly mixed epoxy based concrete adhesive as per manufacturer's
instructions immediately before placing of concrete.
Before any concrete is placed on the sub grade, the sub grade shall be checked
and approved for degree of compaction and alignment. The sub grade shall be
kept damp ahead of concreting.
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Concrete shall not be placed in the works until the Engineer has inspected the
formwork, reinforcement, inserts and sleeves if any & given his permission to
place concrete.
TS-3.18. Placing
Concreting of any portion of the works shall be done only in the presence of the
Engineer or his representative.
Concreting shall be carried out continuously between construction or expansion

joints, shown on the drawings or as agreed with the Engineer. The contractor
shall closely follow the sequence of concreting where such is specified in the
drawings or instructed at site. If concreting is interrupted before reaching the
predetermined joint an approved construction joint shall be provided after
obtaining necessary approval from the Engineer.
Immediately before placing of concrete for columns & walls, the reinforcement
within and the old concrete at the bottom of the formwork shall be given a
coating of epoxy based concrete adhesive, to prevent the loss of bonding with
existing surface.
Concrete shall be deposited as nearly as is practicable to its final position and

shall not be dumped in a large quantity at any point to be run or worked along
the formwork manually or with vibrators. Concrete shall not be deposited at a
faster rate than it can be placed and compacted. Concrete shall not be placed
from a height more than 1.5 m.
Concrete shall be thoroughly worked into the forms so that they are entirely
filled, reinforcing bars adequately and tightly surrounded and entrained air
released from the mass of concrete. Placing shall be carried with the use of
vibrators in a manner approved by the Engineer.
For members having thickness more than 300 mm, the concrete shall be placed
in layers not greater than 300 mm thickness and thoroughly compacted before
succeeding layers are placed. Concrete shall be placed in single operation to the
full thickness of slabs, beams and similar members. No concrete shall be placed
on concrete which has set sufficiently to cause the formation of planes of
weakness & where these are likely to occur due to unforeseen circumstances
and the procedure to be followed shall be as given earlier of this specification. As
far as possible cold joints in concrete shall be avoided.
TS-3.19. Compaction
Each layer of concrete whilst being deposited shall be compacted by approved

methods to form a dense material with all surface free from honeycombing, air
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holes or other blemishes. The contractor shall use mechanical vibration for all
concrete and shall take care that internal vibrators shall not be brought into
contact with the reinforcement or the formwork.
An adequate number of vibrators shall be used to ensure that compaction of

concrete is achieved within 10 minutes of placing. Particular attention shall be
given to the compaction of the concrete around the water bars to ensure that no
voids or porous areas are left.
Compacting shall cease as soon as excess water appears on the face of concrete.
Any water accumulating on the surface of newly placed concrete shall be
removed by approved methods and no further concrete shall be placed thereon
until such water has been removed.
Notwithstanding the requirements regarding mix design, should it be found that

the proportion of water in the mix is such that the laitance forms before
compaction (i.e. completion of expulsion of air) is complete and unacceptable,
the quantity of water in the mix shall be reduced. Approved admixture /
plasticizer shall be used to achieve the necessary workability, as approved by the
Engineer and strictly in accordance with manufacturer's instructions. Whenever
either of the aforesaid procedures are to be adopted, an additional set of 6 cubes
for testing at 7 or 28 days shall be made from the adjusted mix.
The time elapsed between the discharge of the concrete from the mixer and the
completion of compaction shall not exceed 30 minutes where concrete
admixture is not used.
A sufficient number of spare vibrators of various capacities & types shall be kept
readily accessible to the place of deposition of concrete to assure adequate
vibration in case of breakdown of those in use.
TS-3.20. Finish
All concrete surfaces shall have a good, densed form finish. The top surfaces of
all floor and roof slabs specified as smooth shall be leveled and trowelled before
the concrete begins to set to a smooth finish at levels and falls shown on the
drawings. The trowelling shall be done at such a time and in such a manner
that excess of mortar is not brought to the surface of concrete nor the aggregate
displaced. The top surfaces of concrete slabs specified to receive an integral
finish shall be uniformly roughened by deep hacking before the finish is laid
Immediately after striking the formwork and removing any superficial water,
honeycombed areas in normal unfinished concrete shall be inspected by the
Engineer and where directed the contractor shall immediately make it good to
the satisfaction of the Engineer. All air holes shall be similarly filled up.
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The contractor shall be responsible for providing an adequate key in concrete

where plastering or rendering is specified to be applied. Hacking of the concrete
surface after striking the formwork will be permitted only after 3 days after the
concreting is done.
The faces of all fair faced concrete shall be of even colour throughout, free from
air bubbles, cracks, honeycombing or other blemishes and will be inspected by
the Engineer on report by the Contractor, immediately after the formwork has
been struck. Such faces shall not be rubbed down or otherwise repaired to
remove any defects or imperfections without the prior permission of the
Engineer.
Concrete surface finishes shall accord to the requirements and all instructions
by the Engineer with regard to the method of achieving such finishes as
implemented. Wherever directed or specified, concrete surface shall be made
broom finished.
TS-3.21. Curing and Protection

Walling or further loading on concrete shall not be permitted for atleast 48
hours after it has been placed in position, or for such additional length of time
as the Engineer may direct.
Immediately after compaction and completion of any surface finishes, the

concrete shall be protected from the evaporation of moisture by means of
polythene sheeting, wet hessian or other suitable material kept soaked by
spraying. As soon as the concrete has attained a degree of hardening sufficient
to withstand surface damage, continuous moist curing shall be implemented
and maintained for a period of at least 15 days after casting to full satisfaction of
the Engineer.
Method of curing and their duration shall be such that the concrete will have
satisfactory durability and strength and members will suffer a minimum
distortion, be free from excessive efflorescence and will not cause, by its
shrinkage, undue cracking in the works.
The top surfaces of slabs and other horizontal surfaces shall be cured by
ponding of water in cement mortar bunds. Steeply sloping and vertical formed
surfaces shall be kept completely and continuously wet prior to and during the
striking of formwork and thereafter by applying adequate water to the top
surfaces and allowing it to pass down between the formwork and the concrete, if
required by discharging water through hose pipes and pumps.
The Contractor shall give careful consideration to the curing methods and
conditions for fair-faced concrete. Components which are specified to have
exposed concrete finish shall receive the same curing treatment. Moreover water
used for curing shall be clean and free from deleterious materials so as not to
discolour the concrete.
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All fair faced concrete shall be protected from damage at the time of striking the
formwork. All edges and surfaces of such concrete shall be protected from
chipping using notched timber or aluminium corner pieces or other suitable
covers, which shall be maintained, in place until the completion of the works.
The Contractor shall be responsible for ensuring all fair faced concrete free of
blemishes defect & stains and shall remove all such staining as may occur as
soon as possible to the satisfaction of the Engineer.
TS-3.22. Internal Vibrators
These should invariably be used. However, vibrators shall not be used for
displacing concrete. Overloading the vibrators by placing too much concrete per
vibrator, over vibrating by using too many vibrators relative to quantity of
concrete shall be avoided. Segregation by excessive vibration or excessive water
content should be strictly avoided. Vibrator shall be withdrawn gradually and
smoothly, and in a manner which shall not cause suction, voids or air
entrapment.
TS-3.23. Construction Joints
Prior to concreting, the Contractor shall submit his proposals giving the
position, form and treatment of such joints to the Engineer for his approval.
Vertical construction joints shall be formed against a stop board of approved

quality and horizontal construction joints shall be level.
Except where shown otherwise on the drawings, reinforcement shall continue

through construction joints and stop boards are to be formed to suit such
requirements at site.
As soon as possible after the formwork has been struck for vertical joints or after
the concrete has set in horizontal joints, the surface laitance of the hardened
concrete on the face of the joint shall be removed to expose the coarse aggregate
in such a manner that the loosened particles of aggregate and damaged concrete
are not left on the surface. The exposed face shall be swept clean of foreign
matter and laitance. Immediately before placing the new concrete, a coat of
epoxy based concrete adhesive shall be put over the old concrete followed for
joints of thickness as per manufacturer's instructions.
Before next operation is started, all timber spoils, laitance, scum or loose
concrete shall be removed by hacking the surface and then scrubbing off with a
wire brush to remove all loose mortar or aggregates. Thereafter, before resuming
concreting operation, the surface should be thoroughly cleaned and a coat of
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epoxy based conc. adhesive shall be applied. As an additional precaution,

approved water bars (as in IS: 3370 (Part-I)-1965) shall be used, if required at
such joints as per manufacturer's instruction. But sufficient care shall be taken
when such water barriers are used during pouring concrete from height, so that
these strips shall not get bent; and thereby restrict the passage of concrete;
causing large size pores and honeycomb concrete. The rate of epoxy based conc.
Adhesive is deemed to be included in the concrete item.
TS-3.24. Expansion Joints
Expansion joints shall be provided where shown on the drawings. They shall be
constructed with an initial gap between the adjoining parts of the works of the
width specified in the drawings.
The contractor shall ensure that no debris is allowed to enter and be lodged in
expansion joints.
3.24.1. Expansion joints shall be provided with approved joints filler, a joint sealing
compound and in waterproof concrete a water bar as specified in drawing.
Joint fillers:
i. The joints filler compound shall be easily and uniformly compressible to

its original thickness, tamp able, easily cut or sawn, robust, durable,
resistant to decay due to termite or weathering, unaffected by water &
free of any constituent which will bleed into or stain the concrete.
ii. The joint filler shall be of same thickness of the joint width, it shall
extend through the full thickness of the concrete unless otherwise
specified and shall be sufficiently rigid during handling & placing to
permit the formation of straight joints.
3.24.2. Joint Sealing Compounds
i. Joint sealing compounds shall be in accordance with the IS 3037-1986

and approved by the Engineer and shall seal joints in concrete against
the passage of water, prevent the ingress of grit or other foreign material
and protect the joint filler. The compound shall have good extensibility
and adhesion to concrete surfaces and shall be resistant to flow and
weathering.
ii. Where so specified joints shall be sealed with approved polysulphide /

polyurethane, stored, mixed, handled, applied and cured strictly in
accordance with the manufacturer's printed instructions. Such joints
shall be formed to the correct dimensions, thoroughly cleaned and
treated with recommended primer. The Contractor shall use only
competent personnel experienced in the application of sealant for such
work.
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iii. Where specified in the drawings, rubber / bituminous based sealants

shall be of an approved manufacturer. The treatment of the joint and the
use of sealing compound shall be strictly in accordance with the
manufacturer's printed instructions.
3.24.3. Bison Panel / Aluminium Strip

Wherever specified and shown bison panel / aluminium strip / epoxy
quoted mild steel cover to vertical and horizontal expansion joint is to be
provided with and including all screws and plugs as required and to be
finished with approved shade of paint.
3.24.4. Water bars

i. Where water-bars are shown on the drawings, the joints shall
incorporate an approved PVC external type water-bar complete with all
necessary molded or prefabricated intersection pieces assembled in
accordance with the drawings with bends and butt joints in running
lengths made by heat welding in an electrically heated jig.
ii. Jointing and fixing of water bars shall be carried out strictly in
accordance with the manufacturer's written instructions.
iii. The water bars shall be installed so that they are securely held in their
correct position during the placing and compacting of the concrete.
iv. Where reinforcement is present adjacent to waterbars, adequate
clearance shall be left between the reinforcement & waterbars to
facilitate compaction of the concrete.
v. Double headed nails may be used in the edge of the water-bar outside
the line of the external grooves for fixing purposes, but no other holes
shall be permitted through the water-bars.
3.24.5. Inserts
The Contractors shall fix all necessary inserts such as steel plates, pipe
sleeves, bolts etc. and make provision of holes, pockets, dowels etc., in the
formwork to enable subsequent fixing of supports, brackets, ceilings, precast
members etc., as indicated on the drawings, called for in the schedule of
quantities or as required by the Engineer. In-situ concrete inserts shall be as
per IS: 1946 & of a type approved by the Engineer.
With the prior agreement of the Engineer expansion type fasteners may be
used by the Contractor in hardened concrete.
TS-3.25. Cracks
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If any cracks develop in the reinforced cement concrete construction which in

the opinion of the Engineer may be detrimental to the strength of the
construction, the contractor shall test the structural element in question. If
under these test loads the cracks shall develop further the contractor shall
dismantle the construction, cart away the debris replace the construction and
carryout all consequential work thereto.
If the cracks are not detrimental to the stability of the construction in the
opinion of the Engineer, the contractor shall grout the cracks with
pneumatically applied mortar or epoxy grout or by other specified treatment as
directed by the Engineer. At his own expense and risk he shall also make good
all other building work such as plaster, moulding, surface finish of floors, roofs,
ceiling etc. which in the opinion of the Engineer have suffered damage either in
appearance or stability owing to such cracks.
The repair work shall be carried out to the satisfaction of the Engineer. The
decision of the Engineer as to the extent of the liability of the contractor in the
above matter shall be final and binding on the contractor.
TS-3.26. Load Testing on Completed Structures

During the period of construction or within the defect liability period as the case
may be, the Engineer may at his discretion order the load testing of any
completed structure or any part thereof if he has reasonable doubts about the
adequacy of the strength of such structure for any of the following reasons:
a. Unsatisfactory values of the Cube strength of the grade of concrete specified.
b. Premature removal of formwork.
c. Inadequate curing of concrete.
d. Over loading during the construction of the structure or part thereof.
e. Carrying out concreting of any portion without prior approval of the Engineer.
f. Honey combed or damaged concrete, which in the opinion of the Engineer is
particularly weak and will affect the stability of the structure to carry the design
load, more so in important or critical areas of the structure.
g. Any other circumstances attributable to alleged negligence of the contractor,
which in the opinion of the Engineer may result in the structure or any part
thereof being of less than the expected strength.
All the loading tests shall be carried out by the contractor strictly in accordance
with the instructions of the Engineer. Such tests should be carried out only after
expiry of minimum 28 days or such longer period as directed by the Engineer.
The structure should be subjected to a load equal to full dead load plus 1.25
times the imposed load. This load shall be maintained for a period of 24 hours
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before removal. During the test, struts strong enough to take the whole load
shall be placed in position leaving a gap under the members as directed.
The deflection due to the superimposed load shall be recorded by sufficient

number of approved deflectometers capable of reading upto 1/500 of a cm and
located suitably under the structure as directed by the Engineer. If within 24
hours of the removal of the superimposed load, the structure does not recover
atleast 75% of the deflection under the superimposed load, the test loading shall
be repeated after a lapse of 72 hours. If the recovery after the second test is less
than 80% of the maximum deflection shown during the second test, the
structure shall be considered to have failed to pass the test and shall be deemed
to be unacceptable.
If the maximum deflection in mm, shown during 24 hrs. under load is less than
40l2 / D, where l is the effective span in m; and D, the overall depth of the
section in mm, it is not necessary for the recovery to be measured and the
recovery provisions as stated above.
The part of the work failed in test shall be taken down or cut out and
reconstructed to comply with the specifications. Other remedial measures may
be taken to make the structure secure at the discretion of the Engineer.
Moreover, such remedial measures shall be carried out to the complete
satisfaction of the Engineer.
In addition to the above load tests, non destructive test methods such as core
test and ultrasonic pulse velocity test shall be carried out by the Contractor at
his own expense if so desired by the Engineer. Such tests shall be carried out by
an agency approved by the Engineer and shall be done under expert guidance
using only recommended testing equipment. The acceptance criteria for these
tests shall be in accordance to IS:1959 and IS:456.
TS-3.27. Non-Destructive Test

If necessitated, the Engineer may ask for Non-Destructive Test for the structural
members under doubt about their strength. None-Destructive Test include
Ultrasonic Pulse velocity (IS: 13311, Part-1) & rebound hammer IS: 13311 (Part-
2).
All costs involved in carrying out the Load Tests and Non-destructive Test and
other incidental expense thereto shall be borne by the contractor regardless of
the result of the tests. The Contractor shall take down or cut out and
reconstruct the defective work or shall make the remedial measures instructed
at his own cost.
TS-3.28. Supervision
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All concreting work shall be done under strict supervision of qualified and
experienced representatives of the Contractor as well as those of the Engineer.
The contractor's supervisor who is in charge of concreting work shall be
experienced & skilled in this class of work and shall personally supervise all the
concreting operations at all stages.
TS-3.29. Special attention shall be paid to the following

a. Proportioning, mixing and quality testing of the materials with particular
control on the water cement ratio.
b. Laying of material in place and thorough compaction of the concrete to

ensure solidity and freedom from voids and honeycombing.
c. Proper curing for the requisite period.
d. Reinforcement position are not disturbed during concreting & consolidation

by vibration.
TS-3.30. Quality Control
The Engineer reserves the right to make changes in the mix proportions
including the increased cement content or / and a change in the Contractor's
control procedure, should the quality control during progress of the works prove
to be inadequate in his opinion and the contractor shall carry out the same. Any
extra cost due to change in mix proportions shall be deemed to have been
included in relevant item rates.
All the concrete work shall be true to level, plumb & square within the
acceptable tolerance. The corners, edges and rises in all cases shall be unbroken
and finished properly and carefully.
TS-3.31. Tolerances
The acceptable tolerances for formed concrete surfaces shall be as given below:
a) Variation in cross sectional dimensions of columns and beams shall be

allowable upto + 6 mm
TS-3.32. Formwork
3.32.1. General
Formwork shall include all temporary or permanent forms of moulds

required for forming the concrete which is cast-in-situ, together with all
temporary construction required for their support.
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Formwork shall be of rigid construction true to shape and dimensions. It

shall be strong enough to withstand the dead and live loads and forces
caused by ramming and vibrations of concrete and other incidental loads,
imposed upon it during and after casting of concrete. It shall be made
sufficiently rigid by using adequate number of ties and braces. Screw jacks
or hard board wedges, where required shall be provided to make up any
settlement in the formwork either before or during the placing of concrete.
Forms shall be so constructed as to be removable in sections in the designed

sequence without damaging the surface of concrete or disturbing other
sections. All formwork should be easy to strip after concreting & formwork
must be erected with this consideration in mind. Care shall be taken to see
that no pieces remain keyed into the concrete. Details of formwork shall be
properly designed by the Contractor and relevant drawings together with
calculations for strength and deflection shall be submitted to the Engineer
for approval before commencement of formwork erection. The completed
formwork shall be inspected by the Engineer on receipt of information in this
regard from the Contractor, before the reinforcement bars are placed in
position.
3.32.2. Materials for Formwork
Formwork surface in contact with concrete (sheathing) shall be of steel or

plywood. Approved hard wood section could be used for the framework of
shuttering board only. Sheathing for the formwork of column shall be of
steel with approved thickness.
3.32.3. Propping and Centering
Props used for centering shall be of adjustable steel props without any
deformation, damage & crack.
3.32.4. Formwork for fair face Concrete
a. Formwork for fair face concrete must be fabricated from best quality
new marine ply having hardcore face of required thickness & ply shall
be closely jointed.
b. The contractor must prepare a shop drawing for the fair face shuttering
work and obtain necessary approval from the Engineer before
fabricating the same, well in advance to commencement of the work.
c. All joints in boards for such formwork must be carefully designed &
repair on the fair finish concrete shall be avoided.
d. Construction joints shall be positioned as instructed by the Engineer.
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e. There must not be any visible patches, stains or efflorescence in the

fair-faced concrete.
f. Nails / screws with smooth and well-dressed heads only will be used to
avoid any massing of the concrete surface.
g. Only non-staining form oil, release agent shall be used with due
approval from the Engineer.
h. The abrupt irregularities shall not exceed 5 mm and gradual

irregularities shall be less than 8mm.
i. Surface irregularities in excess of those stipulated shall be removed by

chipping and / or rubbing with abrasive stone.
3.32.5. Checking of props & wedges
Before the concreting is started, the props and wedges shall be thoroughly
checked to see that these are intact and take suitable action in case these
are loose. While the concreting is in progress sufficient number of carpenters
shall be readily available at site.
3.32.6. Surface Treatment for Formwork
The surfaces of timber formwork that would come in contact with concrete
shall be well wetted and coated with soap solution, raw linseed oil or form oil
of approved material (such as polythene / polyethylene sheets) to prevent
adhesion of concrete to formwork.
3.32.7. Removal of Formwork
The formwork shall be so removed as not to cause any damage to concrete

due to shock or vibration. In a slab and beam construction, sides of beam
shall be stripped first, then the under sides of slab and lastly the underside
of the beam.
Formwork must be so designed that they can be stripped in the order

required i.e.
i) Shutters to vertical (non-load bearings) faces e.g. columns boxes, beam

sides, wall forms,
ii) Shutters forming soffits to slabs, horizontal and inclined which carry
only light load, e.g. slabs, roofs, floors and canopies etc.
iii) Soffits shutters carry heavy load e.g. beam and girder bottom.
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The whole of the formwork should be planned and a definite scheme of

operation worked out.
3.32.8. Approval of the Engineer
In no circumstances should forms be struck until the concrete reaches a

strength of atleast twice the stress to which the concrete may be subjected
at the time of striking but not before the period as specified herein below.
Where ordinary portland cement is used as indicated below and where the
formwork should be left longer as it would assist curing and further
construction. Forms should be eased carefully in order to prevent the load
being suddenly transferred to concrete. The removal of centering and
shuttering is to be done only after the approval of the Engineer.
3.32.9. Minimum Stripping time of Formwork

1. Walls, Columns & Vertical faces - 16 - 24 hours or as may be
of all structural members decided by the Engineer
2. Slabs (props left under) - 4 days
3. Beam soffits (props left under) - 14 days
4. Removal of props under slabs
a) Spanning upto 4.5 m - 7 days

b) Spanning over 4.5 m - 14 days
5. Removal of props under beams and arches

a) Spanning upto 6.0 m - 18 days
b) Spanning over 6.0 m - 21 days
The number of props left under, their sizes and disposition shall be such as
to be able to safely carry the full dead load of the slab, beam or such as the
case may be together with any live load likely to occur during curing or
further construction.
3.32.10. Formwork and Staging for Safety of Slab
In anticipation of super imposed or additional load during construction

stage the floor slabs shall be supported below by additional props / staging,
if required for the safety of slab from the lower floors at exactly the same
locations of staging above the upper floor level as long as the staging of
upper floor is not removed. The rates of the related items shall be such as to
include the complete work as mentioned above.
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3.32.11. Damage to Concrete
The Contractor is to make good at his own expense any injury to the
concrete work and any damage caused by or arising from the removal and
striking of formworks and supports.
3.32.12. Discolouration
Formation of blotches and stains due to detachment of formwork panel from

the concrete when adjacent portion in the same lift is still adhering shall not
be allowed to occur and for this purpose all shutters shall be struck off at
the same time. Use of old and new plywood in the same board or different
quality boards or mixing shutter panels of different numbers of uses shall be
totally avoided to get rid of discolouration.
3.32.13. Ties
Use of ties shall be avoided and as far as possible. Formwork shall be

supported mainly by propping against staging erected firmly for the purpose.
3.32.14. Clean up
After forms are stripped, all materials to be reused shall be thoroughly
cleaned. All nails shall be pulled from the plywood board and no nail shall
be bent over by hammering against the face of the material if reuse of forms
is planned. Holes bored through sheathing for forms ties shall be plugged by
driving in common corks or foamed plastics. Patching plaster may also be
used to fill small holes, with approval of the Engineer. After cleaning and
before refixing each formwork either of plywood or metal mould shall be got
approved by the Engineer.
4. REINFORCEMENT WORK
TS-4.1. Bar-Bending Schedules
The Contractor shall be responsible for preparing, checking all bar bending
schedules against the drawing and obtain approval from the Engineer before
cutting and bending and prior to fixing of steel. The Contractor shall remove
from site, at his own risk and cost, any steel bar fixed in position, without
obtaining prior approval of bar bending schedule from the Engineer.
TS-4.2. Bending and Cutting of Reinforcing Steel Bars

Reinforcement shall be to the size and shape as shown in drawings and bent
cold, correctly and accurately in accordance with IS: 2502 "Code of Practice for
Bending and Fixing Bars for Concrete Reinforcement". Hooks, L-bends, ties,
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binding wires & any other subsidiary reinforcement, which are not shown in its
correct position shall be provided by the contractor as per instructions of the
Engineer. As far as possible laps in bars shall be avoided. Any laps and chairs
provided by the contractor other than authorized as per approved bar bending
schedule shall be considered to have been provided by the contractor for his own
convenience and shall not be measured and paid.
TS-4.3. Laps
Preferably, bars of full length shall be used. Lap of bars, where necessary, shall
be done in accordance with the drawings or as directed by the Engineer and as
specified in IS : 456.Wherever facility is available, or there is any requirement,
welding of bars may be adopted to in lieu of overlap. The location
and type of welding shall be as approved by the Engineer and as shall be done in
accordance with IS:2751.
The lapping of bars shall be staggered for different bars and located at points
where neither shear nor bending moment is maximum. Hooks, etc. shall be
provided as per Indian Standard Practice and as shown in the drawings.
TS-4.4. Chairs etc.

The Contractor shall provide necessary steel chairs, etc. or other subsidiary
reinforcement which are not shown on the drawings but may be necessary to
keep the reinforcement firmly in its correct position as per the instructions of
the Engineer. Hooks, L-bends and laps in bars shall be provided by the
Contractor as shown in the drawing and as instructed by the Engineer.
TS-4.5. Placing in Position

Reinforcement bars shall be placed in position as shown in the drawings. The
bars crossing one another shall be tied together at every intersection with two
strands of annealed steel wire 0.90 mm (20 SWG) thickness twisted tight to
make the skeleton of the steel work rigid so that the reinforcement does not get
displaced during the deposition of concrete. The concrete cover shall not be less
than that specified in the drawings. The bars shall be bend and fixed in
accordance with the procedure specified in IS:2502.
Tack welding shall also be permitted in lieu of binding with steel wire if approved
by the Engineer.
The bars shall be kept in position by the following methods.

a. In case of beam and slab construction, precast cover blocks in cement
mortar 1:2 (1 cement : 2 coarse sand), about 4 x 4 cm section and of
thickness equal to the specified cover shall be placed between the bars
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and shuttering, so as to secure and maintain the requisite cover of

concrete over reinforcement.
b. In case of beams with more than one layer of reinforcement at top or
bottom or slabs the vertical distance between the horizontal bars shall be
maintained by introducing spacers or support bars of steel at 1.0 meter or
at shorter spacing to avoid sagging.
c. In case of columns and walls, the vertical bars shall be kept in position by
means of timber templates with slots accurately cut in them; or with block
of cement mortar (1:2) suitably tied to the reinforcement.
d. In case of other R.C.C. structure such as arches, domes, etc. cover blocks
spacers & templates shall be used as directed by the Engineer.
TS-4.6. Storage of Steel Reinforcement
It shall be stored in such a way as to avoid distortion and to prevent

deterioration and corrosion. Steel reinforcement, shall be stored clear of the
ground, on rack or otherwise supported, covered in bundles indicating the type,
number, size, length, diameter and date of delivery to the site of the bars and
fabric reinforcement as per IS: 456 and as directed by the Engineer.
TS-4.7. Approval of Reinforcement
The Contractor must obtain the approval of the Engineer to the reinforcement
fixed in position, before concrete is deposited on the shutters.
5. TREATMENT AT FIXURES LIKE PIPES AND CONDUITS
The pipes and special fixtures should be fixed in position before concreting; so
that there are built in at the time of construction. The pipe pieces to be
embedded in concrete should have holdfast like lugs for better grip.
6. C. I. RUNGS
All manholes shall have CI steps. These CI footrests shall be positioned along
with the U.G. tank wall and shall be embedded minimum 20 cm deep.
Footrests shall be fixed 30 cm apart vertically and staggered laterally and shall
project beyond the surface of the wall. The top footrest shall be 45 cm below the
manhole cover.
Footrests shall be painted with two coats of epoxy paint, the portion embedded
in concrete shall be painted with thick cement slurry before fixing.
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7. WATER PROOFING MATERIAL

Integral cement water proofing compound conforming to IS : 2645 (Latest
edition) and without chloride content shall be added to the concrete mixture in
accordance with manufacturer's specification and will be paid for separately.
The chemical composition of the waterproofing compound used shall conform to
the Indian Standards for Potable Water Storage.
8. ANTISKID BROOM FINISH

After compaction and beating as soon as the surplus water, if any, has risen to
the surface, the concrete surface shall be given a broom finish with an
approved steel or fiber broom not less than 45 cm wide. The broom shall be
pulled gently over the surface panel from edge to edge. Adjacent strokes shall
be slightly overlapped. Brooming shall be perpendicular to the centre line of
the concrete panel and so executed that the corrugations formed shall be
uniform in character and width and not more than 1.5mm deep.
Brooming shall be completed before the concrete reaches such a stage that the
surface is likely to be torn or unduly roughened by the operation. The broomed
surface shall be free from porous or rough spots, irregularities, depressions, and
small pockets such as may be caused by accidental disturbing of particles of
coarse aggregates embodied near the surface. The brooming shall be of uniform
pattern all through.
After brooming has been completed but before the initial setting of concrete, the
edges of the slab shall be carefully finished with an edge of 6 mm radius and
shall be left smooth and true to line.
9. UNDERGROUND WATER PROOFING WORK

TS-9.1. Specialist Agent
The water proofing treatment shall be carried out by an approved specialist
agency well experienced in the trade.
TS-9.2. Inspection before covering
No work under this section shall be commenced until the surfaces have been
inspected and approval obtained from the Engineer prior to commencement of
the work. No water proofing work shall be covered until it has been thoroughly
checked, inspected and approved by the Engineer. All defects noticed shall be
made good as directed and the areas inspected again before covering up.
TS-9.3. Horizontal Surface for Raft / Underground Water Tank etc.

(below R.C.C. Slab / Raft)
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i. The sub-base concrete (lean concrete) to be rendered to make the

surface free from pot-holes, honeycombs etc.
ii. Application of two coats of Acrylic Polymer Modified Cementitious Slurry

coating over the properly rendered surface.
iii. Providing 12 mm thick cement plaster in the ratio 1: 4 (Cement: Sand)

over the coated surface to protect the same against probable mechanical
damage due to dragging of reinforcement while placing them.
iv. Placing and fixing 15 mm dia. M. S. threaded Nozzles with dummy rod,
of specified length @ center to center as specified by the approved
agency during concreting of RCC Raft for chemical injection.
v. Chemical impregnation of RCC Raft after concreting by hand pump

under pressure admixed with non-shrink polymeric grouting compound
as per manufacturers specified dosages.
vi. Sealing Nozzles with quick setting compound as per manufacturer.
TS-9.4. Vertical Wall

i. Providing and fixing 15 mm dia. M.S. threaded nozzle of specified length
@ centre to centre as specified by approved agency at inner side of RCC
wall.
ii. Rendering of external side of RCC wall to make the surface free from
honey combing etc. complete
iii. Providing and applying one coat of acrylic based Polymer modified
cementitous coating as specified by manufacturer at external wall and
followed by 2nd coat slurry of same material over 1st coat with a min.
time gap as per manufacturer specification.
iv. Providing and applying 12 mm thick plaster admixed with integral water
proofing compound conforming to IS:2645 over the external treated
surface.
v. Chemical impregnation of RCC wall from inside by hand pump under
pressure admixed with non-shrink polymeric grouting compound as per
manufactures specified dosages.
vi. Sealing nozzles with quick setting compound.
TS-9.5. RCC Slab in Contact with Soil at Plinth Level
The treatment method shall be similar to raft excluding injection grouting, but
this shall be taken up on top of reinforced concrete slab. The details of
treatment shall be as shown in drawings and as directed by the Engineer.
II. Expansion Joints
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This shall be taken up as per the drawings and as directed by the

Engineer.
Note : More stringent specification between the above stated methodology

& specialist agencies specification shall be followed.
TS-9.6. Durability and Performance
Specialist water proofing agency shall furnish proof of durability of the system
carried out based on long term performance as basement raft slabs and walls,
will be completed in two stages. The adequacy of the system to meet the above
requirement shall be established by the above said agency.
TS-9.7. Precautions
All water proofing shall be adequately protected during the progress of work and
shall be kept dry until it is covered up.
TS-9.8. Guarantee
The specialist waterproofing agency shall provide performance guarantee of the

waterproofing system on non-judicial stamp paper of appropriate value in
approved format directly to the Owner for a period of five years after completion
of the relevant treatment.
In the event of unsatisfactory performance of waterproofing treatment work, the

specialist agency shall undertake to the owner, to carry out necessary remedial
/ rectification work to render the structure free from leakage / seepage of water
proofing including all associated works that may be necessary in the opinion of
the owner at no extra cost.
The specialist agency shall give a bank guarantee for an amount equal to 10% of
the gross amount of water proofing item valid for a period of 5 years from the
date of final completion. This bank guarantee shall be released on satisfactory
performance of waterproofing job for a period of 5 years.
10. MASONRY WORK

TS-10.1. Cement Concrete Block Work
10.1.1. General
Unless otherwise shown, mentioned or directed all walls shall extend to full
height up to the bottom of the structural member above.
10.1.2. Material
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i. Cement
Ordinary Portland Cement of grade 43 complying to IS : 8112 shall be used

unless otherwise specified.
ii. Aggregates
Aggregate shall conform to IS: 383 requirements and as obtained in the

Concrete and Mortar section of this volume. Grading shall be as indicated in
IS 383. Fineness modules of the combined aggregates shall be between 3.6
& 4.
iii. Water
Water conforming to IS : 456 and as approved by the Engineer shall be

used. Details as given in Concrete and Mortar section II of this volume shall
be followed.
iv. Admixtures
Additives or admixtures conforming to IS : 9103 may be added to the

cement or concrete mix conforming to the IS specifications, meeting
approval of the Engineer. Admixtures shall be chloride free and melamine
polymer based, if approved.
Other additives or admixtures not being governed by Indian Standards shall

be tested and checked that the same are not detrimental to durability.
However any addition shall only be after the approval of the Engineer.
TS-10.2. Precast Concrete Blocks

10.2.1. Physical properties of concrete solid blocks shall generally conform to
relevant IS : 2185 (Part 1) and IS : 2185 (Part 2).
Blocks shall be made in approved block making machines in the sizes as

specified or required. On removal from the machine the blocks shall be
protected from direct rays of the sun in an approved manner and kept wet
for fourteen days after which they may be stacked. Each batch of blocks
shall be marked in a distinguishing coloured marks. All blocks shall be left
with good, sharp and clean edges.
Concrete blocks may be hollow (open or closed cavity) or solid and shall be
referred to by its nominal dimension. The term nominal dimension includes
the thickness of the mortar joint. Actual dimensions shall be 10 mm short of
the nominal dimensions. Blocks shall be made in sizes and shapes to fit
different construction needs. It includes stretcher, corner, double corner or
pier, jambs, header, bullnose, partition block and concreted floor units.
Unless otherwise specified, nominal dimensions of concrete blocks shall be,
Length 400 mm
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Height 200 mm
Width 100 mm, 150 mm, 200 mm
Maximum variations shall be 5% in length and 3% in width and height.
Face shells and webs shall not be less than the values as in the Table 1 of
IS : 2185 (Part -I)
Blocks shall be of grade D as per Table 2 of IS 2185 (Part I)
To form proper bonding at angles, around spacings and at intersections and

also to ensure good construction at curved walls special sizes of blocks shall
be prepared. The minimum compressive strength and other physical
properties of these special blocks shall conform to that of blocks used for
load bearing or non-load bearing walls.
All blocks not approved by the Engineer shall be immediately removed from
the site and replaced by satisfactory blocks.
10.2.2. Concreting
Concrete shall be mixed in the mechanical mixer. Blocks shall be moulded,

laid and compacted with automatic machines. No hand / manual
compaction shall be permitted unless approved by the Engineer in writing
for special blocks. Care shall be taken to see that the mix is placed in layers
and each layer thoroughly tamped until the whole mould is filled up. Blocks
shall be protected until they are sufficiently hardened to permit handling
without damage.
10.2.3. Curing and Drying
Blocks shall be cured in the curing yard by keeping them continuously

moist for at least 14 days. Cured blocks shall be allowed to dry for a period
of 4 weeks before being used. The blocks shall be allowed to complete their
initial shrinkage before they are laid in the wall.
10.2.4. Physical Requirements
All blocks shall be sound and free of cracks or other defects. For exposed
construction face or faces shall be free of chips, or other imperfections, and
the overall dimensions of the blocks shall be in accordance to tolerance as
specified.
10.2.5. Strength
The Compressive strength of each individual block shall be as per relevant

IS : 2185.
10.2.6. Test
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Test detailed in Appendices - A to F of IS 2185 shall be conducted on

samples of units selected according to the sampling procedure given here
under to ensure conformity with the physical requirements as specified.
10.2.7. Sampling
A sample of 20 blocks shall be taken from every consignment of 50000

blocks or part thereof for the same size and same batch of manufacture.
From these samples, the blocks shall be taken at random for conducting the
test.
The blocks shall be taken at regular intervals during the course of work,
preferably while being loaded or unloaded. In case samples are to be taken
from the stacks, blocks shall be taken at random from across the top of the
stacks, the sides accessible and from the interior of the stacks.
The blocks shall be kept under cover and protected from extreme conditions
of temperature, relative humidity and wind until they are required for test.
The test shall be taken as soon as the sample has been taken.
10.2.8. Number of Tests
All the 20 blocks shall be checked for dimensions and inspected for visual
defects. Out of the 20 blocks, 3 blocks shall be subjected to the test for block
density, 8 blocks to the test for compressive strength, 3 blocks to the test for
water absorption and 3 blocks to the test for drying shrinkage and later to
the test for moisture movement. The remaining 3 blocks shall be reserved for
retest for drying shrinkage and moisture movement if a need arises.
10.2.9. Approval
Blocks shall be approved if requirements of conditions of IS 2185 (Part I) are

satisfied.
1. The number of blocks with dimensions outside the tolerance limit and/or
with visual defects, among those inspected shall not be more than two.
2. For Block density & compressive strength, the mean value determined
shall be greater than or equal to the minimum limit specified in Table 1 of
IS 2185 (part I) and reproduced as Table 27 of Annexure.
3. For drying shrinkage and moisture movement, all the test specimens
shall satisfy the requirements of the test. If one or more specimens fail to
satisfy the requirements, the remaining 3 blocks shall be subjected to
these tests. All blocks shall satisfy the requirements. Drying shrinkage
shall not exceed 0.1 percent.
4. For water absorption, the mean value determined shall not be more than
10 percent by mass.
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TS-10.3. Block Masonry Work

10.3.1. Preparatory work
All blocks shall be protected from sun and rain and shall be kept constantly
moist on all surfaces before use in the work.
10.3.2. Joints
The joints, both horizontal and vertical, shall be 10 mm thick. The joints
shall be raked to form an effective 'key' with the plaster.
10.3.3. Mortar Mix

The mortar mix for laying shall be one part cement to four parts of sand
(1:4), unless otherwise specified.
10.3.4. Horizontal (Bedding) Joints

Mortar shall be spread over the entire top surface of the block including
front and rear faces as well as the webs to a uniform layer of one centimeter
thickness.
10.3.5. Vertical (Cross) Joints
For vertical joints, the mortar shall be applied on the vertical edges of the
front and rear shells of the blocks. The mortar may be applied either to the
unit already placed on the wall or to the next unit to be laid alongside of it.
However, it will be more convenient to apply mortar on the edges of the
succeeding unit when it is standing vertically and then placing it
horizontally well-pressed against the previously laid unit. In any case,
whatever the method used for applying mortar, care shall be taken to
produce well-compacted vertical joints.
In the case of two cell blocks, there may be a slight depression on their
vertical sides, which shall also be filled up with mortar to secure greater
lateral rigidity.
Mortar shall not be spread so much ahead of the actual laying of the units,
so that it tends to stiffen and loose its plasticity, thereby resulting in poor
bond.
When the mortar has stiffened slightly, it shall be firmly compacted with a
jointing tool. The mortar shall be pressed against the unit with a jointing
tool after the mortar has stiffened to effect intimate contact between the
mortar and the masonry unit and obtain a weather - tight joint.
If necessary, mortar may be added, particularly to the vertical joints, to

ensure that they are well-filled.
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Mortar joints shall be moistened with a fine water spray for about 7 days or
alternatively masonry shall be covered with polyethylene sheets to retain the
moisture as approved by the Engineer.
10.3.6. Laying of Blocks

For horizontal joints, all concrete blocks shall be laid with the thicker part of
shell face-up for easy handling and laying.
Pieces of hollow blocks shall in no case be used anywhere. Machine-cut

pieces of solid blocks, free of any cracking and chipping, may be used where
they are absolutely necessary subject to prior approval of the Engineer.
All block walls abutting concrete columns or walls shall be bonded to the
same with approved 6 mm dia 250 mm long galvanised M.S. dowels or
approved G.I. butterfly ties left from the concrete columns while casting, at
every alternate course of block.
Block work construction with hollow blocks shall conform to IS: 2572.
The first course of concrete masonry shall be laid with great care, making
sure that it is properly aligned, leveled and plumbed. This will assist the
mason in laying succeeding courses to obtain a straight and truly vertical
wall.
Before laying the first course, the alignment of the wall shall be marked on
the foundation footings. For this purpose, the blocks for this course shall
first be laid dry, that is without mortar over the footing, along a string tightly
stretched between properly located corners of the wall in order to determine
the correct position of the blocks including those of the cross-walls joining it
and also adjust their spacing. When the blocks shall be removed, a full
mortar bed shall be spread on the footing and these blocks shall be laid
back in place truly level and plumb. The string shall then be stretched
tightly along the faces of the two corner blocks and the faces of the
intermediate ones adjusted to coincide with the line. Thereafter each block
shall be removed and relaid over a bed of mortar. After every three or four
blocks have been laid, their correct alignment, level and verticality shall be
carefully checked. The units shall not be realigned tapped or in any way
moved after initial placement as movement shall break the bond between
units and mortar, after which the mortar will not re-adhere well to the
masonry units.
The construction of walls may be started either at the corners or started

from one end proceeding in the other direction. If the corners of the wall are
built first, they shall be built four or five courses higher than the centre of
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the wall. As each course is laid at the corner, it shall be checked with a level
or straight-edge to make certain that the faces of the blocks are all in the
same plane. Each course, in building the corners, shall be stepped back by a
half-block and the horizontal spacing of the block shall be checked by
placing a mason's level diagonally across the corners of the block.
When filling in the wall between the corners, a mason's line shall be
stretched from corner to corner for each course and the top outside edge of
each block shall be laid to this line. The manner of handling or gripping the
block shall be such as to position the block properly with minimum
As each block is laid, excess mortar extruding from the joints shall be cut off
with the trowel and thrown back on the mortar board and to be reworked
into the fresh mortar. If the work is progressing rapidly, the extruded mortar
cut from the joints may be applied to the vertical face shells of the block just
laid. Should there be any delay long enough for the mortar to stiffen on the
block, the mortar shall be removed to the mortar board and reworked. Dead
mortar that has been picked up from the scaffold or from the floor shall not
be used.
Block work shall be constructed only upto a few centimetres below the
structural members above leaving a gap between the block and the
structural member. These gaps shall be thoroughly and properly filled by
compacting with 1:3:6 concrete using 6 mm down stone aggregates from
both sides and cured few days before plastering or other finishing work is
taken up. The cost of 1:3:6 concrete shall be included in the rates of Block
Work.
In the case of cavity walls, both thickness shall be carried up together and in
no case shall one thickness be carried up more than two courses in advance
of the other.
For unsupported lengths of 100 mm thick walls exceeding 3.5 m, 100 x 200
mm wide R.C. mullions shall be provided at 3.5 m centre, tied to the lintels
at door height. Similarly, continuous R.C. band of size 100 x 150 mm shall
be provided at door height for 100 mm thick wall.
For 200mm wall, R.C. band size 200 x 200 mm is to be provided, if height
exceeds 4.5 mtr. Payment of R.C. band will be done under relevant item.
Block work to be done upto lintel level first and further work will proceed
only after fixing / laying of cable / duct / pipes etc. are done. No claim in
this regard is acceptable.
10.3.7. Closure Block
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When installing the closure block, all edges of the opening and vertical edges
of the closure block shall be buttered with mortar. The closure block shall be
carefully lowered into place. If any of the mortar falls out leaving an open
joint, the closure block shall be removed, fresh mortar applied and the
operation repeated. Closure unit locations shall be staggered throughout the
length of wall.
10.3.8. Precautionary Measures

The following measures shall be taken to prevent formation of cracks.
a) While curing, the block masonry shall be lightly sprinkled with water and
not made excessively wet.
b) Expansion joints shall be provided in walls exceeding 30 m in length.
c) Unless otherwise specified reinforcement steel of 8 mm dia shall be

provided in the bed joints in block work, one course above and one
course below windows and above doors in order to distribute the
shrinkage / temperature stresses occurring at the corners of openings,
more uniformly throughout the walls and cost of such reinforcing steel
shall be covered in the rates of relevant items.
d) In framed structures, erection of partition and panel walls shall be

delayed to take care of deformations due to structural loads.
e) Partition walls shall be reinforced at every third layer with two nos. of 8
mm dia steel to strengthen against excessive deflections of floor slabs and
such cost shall be covered in the rates of relevant item. Joint shall be
filled with cement sand mortar (1:3).
10.3.9. Height of masonry construction
Block wall is to be constructed upto a maximum height of 1.4 m in one

lift.
10.3.10. Bearing Walls

When two bearing walls meet or intersect and the courses are to be laid up
at the same time, a true masonry bond between at least 50 percent of the
units at the intersection shall be ensured. Single reinforcement bar of 8 mm
dia shall be provided at every such location within the hollow and as such
cost shall be covered in the rates of relevant items,
Hollows at the intersection of two walls are to be filled and compacted with
M-20 grade concrete. However, concrete pour shall be stopped 25 mm below
the top surface of the top course to provide the key for the next pour.
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10.3.11. Rendering and Other Finishes
Rendering shall not be applied to the walls when these are wet or during
monsoon. The walls must be finished only after they are fully dried.
Where plastering is required, all joints of blockwork shall be fully raked to

a depth of atleast 12 mm while carrying out the blockwork.
TS-10.4. Brick Masonry Work
10.4.1. General
Unless otherwise shown, mentioned or directed all walls shall extend to full
height upto the bottom of the structural member above.
10.4.2. Material
10.4.2.1. Cement
Ordinary Portland Cement of grade 43 complying to IS : 8112 shall be
used unless otherwise specified.
10.4.2.2. Bricks
Brick shall be of in locally available size having strength as mentioned in

the item.
10.4.2.3. Water
Water conforming to IS : 456 and as approved by the Engineer shall be
used.
10.4.3. Sampling and Testing
Sampling and Testing shall be carried out as per relevant IS code. Moisture
absorption shall not be more than 20%.
10.4.4. Laying
i. Preparatory work
All bricks shall be protected from sun and rain and shall be kept
constantly moist on all surfaces before use in the work.
ii. Joints
Bond shall be English unless other specified or directed by Engineer. The

joints, both horizontal and vertical, shall be 10 mm thick. The exposed
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joint shall be raked to form an effective 'key' with the plaster and
unexposed joint shall be stuck smooth.
iii. Mortar Mix

The mortar mix for laying shall be as mentioned in the item.
iv. Horizontal (Bedding) Joints
Mortar shall be spread over the entire top surface of the brick including
front and rear faces as well as the webs to a uniform layer of one
centimeter thickness.
v. Vertical (Cross) Joints
For vertical joints, the mortar shall be applied on the vertical edges of the
front and rear shells of the blocks. The mortar may be applied either to
the unit already placed on the wall or to the next unit to be laid alongside
of it. However, it will be more convenient to apply mortar on the edges of
the succeeding unit when it is standing vertically & then placing it
horizontally well-pressed against the previously laid unit. In any case,
whatever the method used for applying mortar, care shall be taken to
produce well-compacted vertical joints.
Mortar shall not be spread so much ahead of the actual laying of the
units, so that it tends to stiffen and loose its plasticity, thereby resulting
in poor bond.
When the mortar has stiffened slightly, it shall be firmly compacted with
a jointing tool. The mortar shall be pressed against the unit with a
jointing tool after the mortar has stiffened to effect intimate contact
between the mortar and the masonry unit and obtain a weather - tight
joint.
If necessary, mortar may be added, particularly to the vertical joints, to

ensure that they are well-filled.
Mortar joints shall be moistened with a fine water spray for about 7 days.
vi. Laying of Bricks
For horizontal joints, all bricks shall be laid with the thicker part of shell
face-up for easy handling and laying.
The first course of masonry shall be laid with great care, making sure
that it is properly aligned, levelled and plumbed. This will assist the
mason in laying succeeding courses to obtain a straight and truly vertical
wall.
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Before laying the first course, the alignment of the wall shall be marked
on the foundation footings. For this purpose, the brick for this course
shall first be laid dry, that is without mortar over the footing, along a
string tightly stretched between properly located corners of the wall in
order to determine the correct position of the brick including those of the
cross-walls joining it and also adjust their spacing. When the blocks shall
be removed, a full mortar bed shall be spread on the footing and these
blocks shall be laid back in place truly level and plumb. The string shall
then be stretched tightly along the faces of the two corner blocks and the
faces of the intermediate ones adjusted to coincide with the line.
Thereafter each brick shall be removed and relaid over a bed of mortar.
After every three or four bricks have been laid, their correct alignment,
level and verticality shall be carefully checked. The units shall not be
realigned tapped or in any way moved after initial placement as
movement shall break the bond between units and mortar, after which
the mortar will not re-adhere well to the masonry units.
The construction of walls may be started either at the corners or started

from one end proceeding in the other direction. If the corners of the wall
are built first, they shall be built four or five courses higher than the
centre of the wall. As each course is laid at the corner, it shall be checked
with a level or straight-edge to make certain that the faces of the brick are
all in the same plane. Each course, in building the corners, shall be
stepped back by a half-block & the horizontal spacing of the brick shall
be checked by placing a mason's level diagonally across the corners of the
brick.
When filling in the wall between the corners, a mason's line shall be
stretched from corner to corner for each course and the top outside edge
of each brick shall be laid to this line. The manner of handling or gripping
the brick shall be such as to position the brick properly with minimum
gap of 10 mm.
As each brick is laid, excess mortar extruding from the joints shall be cut
off with the trowel and thrown back on the mortarboard and to be
reworked into the fresh mortar. If the work is progressing rapidly, the
extruded mortar cut from the joints may be applied to the vertical face
shells of the brick just laid. Should there be any delay long enough for the
mortar to stiffen on the brick, the mortar shall be removed to the
mortarboard and reworked. Dead mortar that has been picked up from
the scaffold or from the floor shall not be used.
Brick work shall be constructed only upto a few centimeters below the
structural members above leaving a gap between the brick and the
structural member. These gaps shall be thoroughly and properly filled by
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compacting with 1:3:6 concrete using expandable grout admixture as per

manufacturer's instructions and 6 mm down stone aggregates from both
sides and cured few days before plastering or other finishing work is
taken up. The cost of 1:3:6 concrete shall be included in the rates of
Brick Work.
For unsupported lengths of 110 mm thick walls exceeding 3.5 m, 100 x
200 mm wide R.C. mullions shall be provided at 3.5 m centre, tied to the
lintels at door height. Similarly, continuous R.C. band of size 100 x 150
mm shall be provided at door height for 110 mm thick wall when height
exceeds the lintel level. Two nos. 8 mm dia. M.S. reinforcement steel shall
be provided at every third course. Reinforcement will be paid separately
under relevant item.
Brick work to be done upto lintel level first and further work will proceed
only after fixing / laying of cable / duct / pipes etc. are done or as
directed by Engineer. No claim in this regard is acceptable.
vii. Precautionary Measures
The following measures shall be taken to prevent formation of cracks.
a. Expansion joints shall be provided in walls exceeding 30 m in length.
b. Unless otherwise specified reinforcement steel of 8 mm dia shall be

provided in the bed joints in brick work, one course above and one
course below windows and above doors in order to distribute the
shrinkage / temperature stresses occurring at the corners of openings,
more uniformly throughout the walls and cost of such reinforcing steel
shall be covered in the rates of relevant items.
c. In framed structures, erection of partition and panel walls shall be

delayed to take care of deformations due to structural loads.
d. Partition walls shall be reinforced in every three courses with two

lengths of 8 mm dia steel to strengthen against excessive deflections of
floor slabs and such cost shall be covered in the rates of relevant item.
Joint shall be filled with cement sand mortar (1:3).
viii. Height of masonry construction
Brick wall is to be constructed upto a maximum height of 1.2 m in one lift

for 230 mm thick and 900 mm for 110 mm thick.
ix. Bearing Walls
When two bearing walls meet or intersect and the courses are to be laid
up at the same time, a true masonry bond between at least 50 percent of
the units at the intersection shall be ensured. Single reinforcement bar of
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8 mm dia shall be provided at every such location within the hollow and
as such cost shall be covered in the rates of relevant items,
Hollows at the intersection of two walls are to be filled and compacted

with M-20 grade concrete. However, concrete pour shall be stopped 25
mm below the top surface of the top course to provide the key for the next
pour.
TS-10.5. Rendering and Other Finishes
Rendering shall not be applied to the walls when these are wet or during
monsoon. The walls must be finished only after they are fully dried.
Where plastering is required, all joints of brick work shall be fully raked to a
depth of atleast 12 mm while carrying out the brick work.
11. WOOD WORK
TS-11.1. Scope
This section shall cover all woodwork, joinery and similar work in the Building.
All wood work associated with work of all other sections shall also be done
generally according to these specifications unless specified otherwise. Unless
otherwise specified, Timber used in the work shall be approved quality.
TS-11.2. General
No woodwork shall be painted, varnished, waxed or otherwise finished before

specifically approved by the Engineer.
TS-11.3. Fixing Generally
All wood shall be fixed in the manner as shown in the drawings. If not shown,
fixing with masonry or concrete shall be done with expansion plugs and screws
of approved size, under no circumstances they shall be fixed by wooden plugs.
TS-11.4. Workmanship
All work shall be done in workmanlike manner as per best trade practices by
skilled workmen.
TS-11.5. Starting of Work
Unless otherwise instructed, finishing of woodwork on trims, finished frames,

etc. shall not be commenced until all interior plastering and flooring is
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completed and cured and area cleared of all rubbish. Whenever so required
samples of actual work shall be installed at the site and got approved by the
Engineer.
TS-11.6. Timber
All wood shall be of best quality kiln seasoned timber of its kind specified.
Unless otherwise stated all wood shall be approved CP teak wood. All timber
shall be treated with approved anti-termite treatment. All wood in contact with
masonry or concrete shall be painted with Black Japan paint before placing in
position taking care to ensure that exposed parts of the timber are completely
free from any bitumen. Samples of all wood shall be got approved before
ordering. Moisture content of wood shall be in accordance to IS:287-1993. CP
Teak wood shall not possess any individual hard and sound knot exceeding 40
mm in diameter and the aggregate area of all the knots shall not exceed one
percent of the area of the piece.
TS-11.7. Sawing
All scantlings, planks, battens, etc. shall be sawn in straight lines, planes,
uniform thickness, of full measurements from end to end and shall be sawn in
the direction of grain. They shall be procured with sufficient margins in as to
secure the specified dimensions, lines and planes after being wrought.
TS-11.8. Flush Door Shutters in Block Board - Solid Core Type Decorative /
Non-decorative
Flush door shutters shall be of approved factory make and of the specified type.
The specifications in general shall conform to Indian Standard Specifications
IS-2202 (Part-I)-1991 and 2202 (Part-II)-1983. Samples of shutter shall be got
approved before ordering in bulk. Samples of doors shall be tested in an
approved laboratory in accordance with the provisions of the code.
11.8.1. Core
The core shall be one of the following types :-
(a) Block board core:

The block board core shall conform to the requirements specified in
Indian Standard Specification IS-1659-1990. The wooden strips for the
core shall not exceed 25 mm in width. The length of the majority of strips
shall extend to the full length of the board. But end joints are permissible
provided the jointed strips are distributed between full-length strips and
the joints are staggered. In any one-block board, the core strips shall be
of one species of timber only. A wooden frame prepared from styles and
rails of well-seasoned and treated good quality wood shall be provided for
holding the core. The width of the members shall not be less than 50 mm
and not more than 100 mm. Alternatively, the core shall be of solid board
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with slots extending for about two third depth and at approximately 20
mm spacings. The slots shall be made alternatively on two faces of the
board.
11.8.2. Lipping
Lipping in teak wood shall be provided as shown in the drawing. Unless

otherwise specified, internal lipping shall have a total depth not less than 25
mm. Lipping may be provided separately or as one piece with the style.
11.8.3. Rebating
In case of double leaved shutters, the meeting of the styles shall be rebated
by one third of the thickness of shutter. The rebating shall be either splayed
or square type. Where lipping is provided, the depth of lipping at the meeting
of styles shall not be less than 35 mm.
11.8.4. Face Panel for Solid Core Board
The face panel shall be formed by gluing by hot press process on both faces
of the core with either plywood or cross-bands and face veneers. The
thickness of the cross-bands as such or in the plywood shall be between 1
mm and 3 mm. The thickness of the face veneer as such or in the plywood
shall be between 0.5 and 1.5 mm for commercial veneers and between 0.5
mm and 1.00 mm for decorative veneers. The combined thickness of cross
bands and face veneer shall not be less than 2.5 mm. The plywood
conforming to these requirements shall be glued under pressure on both
faces of the core. When the panel consists of cross bands and face veneers
glued separately, the cross bands shall be laid with their grains at right
angles to those of the core and glued to its both faces. Face veneer shall then
be laid with their grains at right angles to those of the cross bands. Where it
is described to have wooden strips in the block board core horizontal rather
than vertical, this shall be permitted only if 3 ply panel is pressed on either
side of the core and the total is a 7 ply construction. Application of a
decorative face veneer on a finished face panel having veneer in the same
direction as proposed shall be avoided. Wherever specified, the face
veneering plywood shall be with BWP Marine Grade ply conforming to IS
303-1989 and IS 710-1976.
11.8.5. Adhesives
Adhesive used for bonding cross-band and plywood to core and face veneers
to cross band, shall be phenol formaldehyde synthetic resin conforming to
BWP type specified in IS:848-1974.
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Only synthetic resin adhesive shall be used for binding core members to one
another including core frame, and for lipping, glazing, frame, venetian frame
and other exposed parts where such binding is done.
11.8.6. Face Panel for Cellular and Hollow Board
The plywood forming the face panel shall not be less than 3 mm in thickness
in the case of cellular core shutter and not less than 6 mm in thickness in
the case of hollow core shutters except for 25 mm thick door in which case 4
mm thickness may also be permitted. Two ply face skin construction in a
combination of cross band and face veneers may also be adopted in which
case the combined thickness shall not be less than 4 mm. The thickness of
face veneers in the plywood shall be between 0.5 mm & 1.5 mm for
commercial veneers and between 0.5 mm and 1.00 mm for decorative
veneers. The plywood face skin assembly conforming to these requirements
shall be glued under pressure on both faces of the core.
TS-11.9. Plywood
Plywood for general purposes shall be of three grades namely BWP, WWR and
CWR depending upon the adhesives used for bonding the veneers. The plywood
used for paneling of door shutters shall be BWP grade and not shall be less than
10 mm thickness for two or more panel construction and 12 mm thickness for
single panel construction. It shall have been bonded with BWP (Boiling water
proofing) type synthetic resin adhesive.
TS-11.10. Fire Rated Timber Doors

11.10.1. General
The shutters of the door of approved make conforming to IS: 3614 (Part I):
1966 shall be so designed so as to provide the specified fire resistance when
tested as per IS:3614 (Part 2): 1992 and BS:2750 to suit the specified
requirement and the manufacturer must produce certificates of a recognized
laboratory to the satisfaction of the Engineer.
11.10.2. Frame
Teak wood wooden door frames with heat activated in tumescent fire seal
strips (for smoke sealing) mounted in the groove in frame suitable for
mounting 120 minutes fire rated shutters with one coat of anti-termite fire
retardant primer.
11.10.3. Panels
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Asbestos free composite fire / smoke check shutters of 120 mins. fire
resistance rating conforming to BS:476 Part-22 / IS:3614 Part II shall be
used with seasoned teak wood lipping around the shutters with heat
activated intumescent fire seal strips mounted in the grooves in the shutters
/ panels on all sides except bottom.
11.10.4. Fittings / Door Closer
All fittings used in the manufacturer of the door shall be heavy-duty type.
The doors shall be fitted with heavy-duty door closers, of approved make
wherever specified.
11.10.5. Seal
A heat activated in tumescent seal of approved quality and make conforming

to BS:476 (Part-8) shall be provided on all edges of door to check the spread
of smoke in case of fire.
11.10.6. Paint
The door panel shall be treated with ready mixed silicate type Fire Retardant
anti-termite primer & paint of approved shade and manufacturer as per
IS:162:1950 (BS:476-Part I).
11.10.7. Hold fast
Hold fasts shall be made from mild steel flats not less than 5 mm thick, in
accordance to IS:7196-1974 & shall be galvanized. The shutter shall be
supported by 125 mm heavy duty stainless steel hinges.
Hold fasts shall be fixed to the frame by steel screws only. The frames in
masonry wall shall be fixed in cement concrete blocks as per drawing.
12. ALUMINIUM DOORS / WINDOWS / VENTILATORS / GLAZING WORK
TS-12.1. General
Aluminium doors, windows etc. shall be fabricated from approved extruded
sections and the manufacture & installation shall be carried out by an approved
specialised agency. Unless otherwise specified the fabrication shall be done with
heavy gauge extruded box sections. The sections free of scratches shall be of the
sizes & details as shown on drawings. The details shown on the drawings
indicate generally the sizes of the component parts and the general standards.
These may be varied to some extent to suit the standards adopted by the
manufacturers of the aluminium work.
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All materials and details especially the weather strip, gaskets and sealants shall
be of approved high quality material capable of resisting the local climatically &
environmental requirements.
TS-12.2. Shop Drawings & Samples

The contractor shall submit complete shop drawings and samples of each type
of door, window, ventilators and other aluminium work, to the Engineer /
Engineer for his approval. The shop drawings shall show full size sections of
doors, windows, etc. thickness of metal, details of construction, details of
glazing, anchoring details, hardware as well as connection of curtain wall
windows, doors and other metal work to adjacent work. Samples of all joints and
methods of fastening and joining etc. also shall be submitted to the Engineer /
Engineer for approval well in advance of commencing the work. Samples of the
actual work shall be installed at the site and got approved before proceeding
with the work.
TS-12.3. Sections
The aluminium extrusions shall be of approved make. The sections shall be
extruded from aluminium alloy of commercial quality and free from all defects
impairing appearance, strength and durability. Hollow Box sections shall be
extruded from Aluminium alloy as per IS: 1285. The permissible dimensional
tolerances of the extruded sections shall be such as not to impair the proper and
smooth function / operation and appearance of doors and windows. For any
excess weight of section used nothing extra shall be paid.
The sections shall also conform to the following parameters:
a. Minimum tensile strength - 19 kg./mm2

b. Maximum allowable deviation in length from a straight line of 0.5 mm /
metre.
c. Maximum allowable deviation from straight of 1 degree.
d. Maximum permissible twist of 0.5 mm / metre.
e. Maximum variation in flatness of not more than 0.125 x width / 25.
TS-12.4. Anodizing / Powder Coating
All aluminium materials used shall be colour anodized for protection against
corrosion in marine environment in approved shade. The anodic coating shall
conform to IS 1868-1968 and shall be of AC15 grade with minimum thickness of
15 Microns when measured as per IS: 660 / 2-1970 and density shall be at least
32 MG/sq m. The anodic coating shall be tested in an approved laboratory by
Eddy current method as per IS: 6012 for thickness. Sulphuric acid shall be used
as the electrolyte for the anodic process. Prior to anodizing all aluminium shall
be rendered uniform in appearance free from disfiguring scratches, stains or
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other blemishes and etched in a caustic soda solution. Requisite tests shall also
be carried out at the site as required by the Engineer and the contractor shall
arrange all assistance and equipments required for the purpose. The minimum
thickness for powder coating shall be 40 micron in approve shade.
TS-12.5. Protection & Handling
All aluminium members shall be wrapped with approved self adhesive

non-staining PVC tapes and crated in a suitable manner to protect the material
against any damage during transportation. The loading, unloading, storing shall
be carried out in an approved manner with utmost care.
TS-12.6. EPDM Gaskets
EPDM gaskets of approved make, size and profile shall be provided and installed
at all locations as shown and as called for to render the installation absolutely
air and weather tight.
TS-12.7. Sealant
The gaps between the Aluminium member and the perimeter and also any gaps
in the door and window sections themselves shall be raked out as directed and
filled with silicon sealant or any other sealant as specified of approved make and
colour and make to ensure complete water-tightness.
The silicon sealant shall be of such colour, and composition that it would not
stain the masonry / concrete work, shall receive paint without bleeding, will not
sag or run and shall not set hard or dry out under any condition of weather.
Silicon sealant shall be applied with a special gun as per manufacturers
recommendation.
TS-12.8. Doors
The kick panel shall be of 1.25 mm aluminium alloy sheet conforming to IS
Designation NS 3-1/2H of IS 737-1965. Specification for Wrought Aluminium
and Aluminium Alloys Sheet and strip (for general engineering purposes) and
shall be screwed to the frame and the glazing bar. The hinges shall be stainless
steel frictional hinges of same type as in windows but of larger size. The hinges
shall normally be of 50mm projecting type. Non-projecting type hinges may also
be used if approved. The handles for door shall be of specified design and of
same specifications as the windows. A suitable lock for door openable either
from outside or inside shall be provided. In double shutter doors, the first
closing shutter shall have a concealed aluminium alloy bolt at top and bottom. It
shall be so constructed as not to work loose or drop by its own weight.
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Single and double shutter doors may be provided with a three way-bolting
device. Where this is provided in the case of double door, concealed aluminium
bolts may not be provided.
TS-12.9. Side-hung Windows & Ventilators
For fixing stainless steel hinges, slots shall be cut in the fixed frame and the
hinges inserted inside and may be riveted to the frame. The hinges shall
normally be of the projecting type not less than 65 mm and not more than 75
mm wide. The pins for hinges in case of non-oxidized work shall be of stainless
steel of non-magnetic type or of suitable aluminium alloy. However, in the case
of anodized work only suitable aluminium alloy for pins shall be used. Friction
hinges shall be provided for side-hung shutter windows - in which case peg stay
will not be required. In case of non-friction type hinges, peg stay which shall be
either of cast aluminium conforming to IS Designation A.5.M of IS : 617 - 1959
or folded from IS Designation NS4 aluminium alloy sheet conforming to IS:737-
1955. It shall be 300 mm long complete with peg and locking bracket and shall
have holes for keeping the shutter open in three different positions. The peg and
locking bracket shall be riveted or welded to the fixed frame.
The handle for side-hung shutters, shall be of cast aluminium conforming to IS

Designation A.5.M of IS:617-1975 and mounted on a handle plate or welded or
riveted to the opening frame in such a way that it could be fixed before the
shutter is glazed to match the window. The handle shall be anodized / powder
coated. The handle shall have a two-point nose which shall engage with an
aluminium striking plate on the fixed frame in a slightly open as well as in a
closed position.
TS-12.10.Sliding Windows
Sliding windows shall be in two or three tracks as per drawing having locking
arrangement, handle, rollers etc.
TS-12.11.Protection & Final Cleaning

The doors & windows shall be suitably protected from damage until handing
over. Care shall be taken not to use the doors & windows for support, centering,
etc. and no scaffolding or other materials and devices shall rest on these. All the
openable members shall be kept firmly closed. The PVC wrapping shall be
retained till the glazing work is commenced. After the glazing and all work
connected with installation of doors / windows is complete all aluminium work
shall be cleaned with a suitable thinner and left in clean unblemished and in an
openable condition.
TS-12.12.Fabrication
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All jointing shall be of mechanical type. The aluminium sections joints shall be
designed to withstand a minimum wind load of 175 kg. / sq m. The designed
shall also ensure that the maximum deflection of any framing shall not exceed
L/175 of the span of the member. All members shall be accurately machined
and fitted to form hairline joints prior to assembly. The jointing accessories such
as cleats, brackets, etc. shall be of such material as not to cause any bimetallic
action. The design of the joint and accessories shall be such that the accessories
are fully concealed. The fabrication shall be done in suitable sections to facilitate
easy transportation, handling and installation. Adequate provision shall be
made in the door and window members for anchoring to supports and fixing of
hardware and other fixtures as approved by the Engineer. The fabricated frames
shall be square and flat with corners in a true right angle.
TS-12.13.Installation
Just prior to installation, the doors, windows, etc. shall be stacked on edge on
level bearers and supported evenly.
Unless otherwise shown window / door frames shall be fixed to openings with
20 mm thick aluminium sub-frames. Width of sub-frame shall be exactly the
same width as the frames. The sub-frames shall be pre-fixed to the masonry
surrounds with approved fasteners. The face of sub-frame shall be in true line,
level and plumb.
When the sub-frame is properly secured and all major internal and external
finishing works are completed, the assembled doors / windows shall be placed
in correct final position in the opening and fixed to the sub-frame by cadmium
plated machine screws of required size and spacing suited to the purpose.
Sizes, details, spacing, etc. given above are approximate and indicative only.
They can be varied at the option of Engineer to suit particular sizes and
situations and the contractor shall carry out the instructions of the Engineer in
this regard at no extra cost to the owner. The contractor may suggest alternative
methods of fixing and anchoring for consideration of the Engineer while the
decision of the Engineer in this regard shall be final and binding.
In the case of composite windows and doors, the different units are to be
assembled first. The assembled composite units shall be checked for line, level
and plumb before final fixing is done. Units may have to be assembled in their
final location if the situation so warrants.
Where aluminium comes into contact with masonry, concrete, plaster or some
dissimilar metal, it shall be coated with an approved insulation lacquer or
plastic tape to ensure that electro-chemical corrosion is avoided. Insulation
material shall be trimmed off to a clean flush line on completion.
The contractor shall be responsible for assembling composite units, bedding and
pointing with mastic inside and outside, at the transoms and mullions, placing
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the doors, windows, etc. in their respective openings. After the doors / windows
have been fixed in their correct assigned position, the open hollow sections
abutting masonry / concrete shall be filled with cement grout (1 cement: 3
coarse sand) densely packed and finished neat. Packing grout shall be of the
expanding type made by approved additive.
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TS-12.14.Glass and Glazing
12.14.1. Thickness and Quality
Unless otherwise specified all glass shall be of float glass of approved make
as per IS:1761 and shall be free from blisters, stain, scratches and bubbles
and flaws of every kind and shall be properly cut to fit frames and mullions.
Unless otherwise indicated no glass shall be less than 4 mm thick.
12.14.2. To Stack Vertically
All glass shall be stored in almost vertical position set on edge on strips of
wood or felt. It shall not be stacked horizontally.
12.14.3. To order Extra Quantity
All glass damaged / broken during storing / handling / transportation /

execution of work shall be made good by the contractor on completion of the
work at no extra cost. The Contractor shall stock sufficient additional
quantity to make this easily possible.
12.14.4. Manufacturer's Instructions
Notwithstanding anything contained hereinbefore, manufacturer's

instructions regarding storing, handling, cutting, glazing, cleaning, etc. shall
be strictly followed.
12.14.5. Measurement to be taken
Before cutting, measurement of all glass required to suit site condition for
fixing shall be taken at site. Glass shall be ordered slightly oversize and cut
at the site to fit properly.
12.14.6. Preparation
Before commencing glazing work the work to receive the glazing shall be
thoroughly checked for completion and proper condition of line, level, size
& surrounding conditions and declared to be suitable for glazing. All
fittings, fixtures and finish hardware shall be fixed after installation of
glass.
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12.14.7. Cleaning & Protection of Glass
All glass and glazing shall be suitably protected until the time of handing
over. All broken or damaged glass shall be replaced. All glass shall be
washed clean before handing over. No glazing shall be completed until all
stains have been removed from the surface and all glass thoroughly washed
with soap and water and polished with approved glass polisher to the
satisfaction of the Engineer.
13. PLASTERING AND RENDERING
TS-13.1. General
13.1.1. Scope
This section shall cover internal and external plastering / rendering works
as shown in the drawings. Before commencing the work sample of works
shall be made in accordance with the specifications indicated below and got
approved by the Engineer.
13.1.2. Mortar
The mortar of specified mix shall be used. Cement and sand shall be tested
as specified in the section on concrete.
13.1.3. Scaffolding
Generally scaffolding shall be as mentioned for Masonry work. Stage

scaffolding shall be provided for plastering work as per standard practice
and as directed by the Engineer. This shall be independent of the walls.
13.1.4. Plaster to Extend
All interior plaster shall be extended up to 12 mm below the skirting or dado

level at no extra cost wherever required.
13.1.5. Preparation of Surface
Joints of Brick work shall be raked-out if not done properly at the time of
brick work. Dust and loose mortar shall be brushed out. Efflorescence if any
shall be removed by brushing and scraping. Shuttering imperfections of all
concrete shall be roughened by hacking with chisel and all resulting dust &
loose particles cleaned and the surface shall be thoroughly hacked or bush
hammered to the satisfaction of the Engineer. The surface shall be
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thoroughly washed with water, cleaned and kept wet before plastering is
commenced.
Plastering work shall be started where all conduits, pipes, fittings and
fixtures clamps, hooks, doors and window frames etc. are embedded,
grouted and cured and all defects are removed to the satisfaction of the
Engineer. Special approval shall be taken from the Engineer before
commencing each plastering work. No cutting of finished plaster shall be
allowed under any circumstance. No portion shall be left out initially to be
patched up later on.
13.1.6. Mixing
The ingredients shall be mixed in specific proportions by volume. The mixing

shall be done in a mechanical mixer or by hand mixing on watertight
platform. The cement and sand shall first be mixed thoroughly dry in the
mixer. Water shall then be added gradually and wet mixing continued for
atleast a minute until mortar attains the consistency of a stiff paste and
uniform colour. Mortar shall be used within 30 minutes of addition of water.
Mortar which has partially set shall not be used and removed from the site
immediately.
Wherever specified, waterproofing compound of approved make shall be

added to the mortar & mixed strictly in accordance with manufacturer's
printed instructions.
TS-13.2. Application of Plaster
Wall plastering shall be started after the completion of ceiling plaster from top
and gradually worked down towards floor. It shall not, at any place be thinner
than as specified. To ensure even thickness and a true surface plaster of about
15 cm x 15 cm shall be first applied horizontally and vertically at not more than
2 m interval over the entire surface to serve as gauges. The mortar shall then be
applied to the wall / surface between the gauges and finished even. All corners,
junctions and roundings shall be truly vertical or horizontal and finished
carefully. Generally work in an enclosure shall be completed in one day. For
larger areas if the work has to be suspended at the end of the day, plaster shall
be cut clean to line. Where recommencing the plastering, edge of old work shall
be scrapped, cleaned and wetted with cement putty before restarting plastering.
TS-13.3. Internal Plaster
Single coat ordinary cement and medium coarse sand mixed in proportion as
described in the item 15 mm thick over the entire area as detailed. This shall be
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finished just with wooden float to give the best smooth surface possible with a
coat of Neeru.
Special care shall be taken to secure bond with the concrete.
TS-13.4. Ceiling Plaster

Ceiling Plaster where required shall be 6 mm thick in 1:3 cement sand mortar (1
cement: 3 fine sand) and shall be finished to smooth surface with a coat of
Neeru.
TS-13.5. External Plaster
External plaster shall be 18 mm thick in two coats, the base coat shall be about
12 mm thick with coarse sand and the second coat shall be 6 mm thick with
medium coarse sand applied after the base coat has set but not dried. Both
coats shall be 1:4 cement sand mortar (1 cement : 4 sand). Waterproofing
compound of approved make shall be added in both coats as per manufacture
specified dosage.
13.5.1. Synthetic Fibres

Synthetic Fibers (Polypropylene Fibers) of approved make shall be added to
cement mortar in both the coats as per manufacture specifications to avoid
cracks.
13.5.2. Base Coat

The mix shall be stiff enough to cling and hold when laid. On walls, the mix
shall be laid in long even spreads upwards and across using sufficient
pressure to force it into the key on the backgrounds. The mortar shall be
laid as uniformly as possible. The average thickness shall not exceed that
specified. This coat shall be allowed to stand firm till before scratching for
key the surface shall then be combed or cross-scratched with a wire
scratches.
13.5.3. Second Coat

A reasonable time (not more than 48 hours) shall be allowed after the
application of the base coat for thorough drying before the application of the
second coat. After soaking base coat thoroughly with water the mortar for
second coat shall be applied with a feather edge rule to a true and even
surface. The surface shall then be thoroughly scoured with a wood hand
float, and any inequalities filled in. Over working shall be avoided.
13.5.4. Plastering Over Steel Surfaces

Where plastering is to be done over steel surface, suitable expanded metal
covering the steel surface and secured to the adjoining wall / concrete
surface with an overlap of 200 mm shall be provided. Before applying the
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plaster a spatter dash coat of 1:3 cement sand mortar shall be applied over
the expanded metal mesh.
13.5.5. Plastering at Junction of Masonry / R.C.C Chicken wire Mesh at

Junction
All junctions of Masonry wall with R.C. structure e.g. column, beam, etc.
which are to be plastered, shall be reinforced by fixing strips of approved 22
SWG G.I. Chicken wire mesh 250 mm wide with an overlapping of 100 mm
centrally over the length of junction. G.I. Chicken wire mesh of required
width shall also be fixed over chasing for conduits, pipes, etc. on masonry
walls before plastering is commenced. The mesh shall be nailed rigidly to the
masonry with G.I. nails of suitable type at approx. 400 mm centres. The
finished mesh shall be straight, rigid and lay without sagging. The
contractor shall take into account the cost of G.I. chicken wire mesh while
quoting for plastering work.
14. FLOORING, DADO AND SKIRTING
TS-14.1. General
This section shall cover all flooring and wall tiling work as shown in the drawing
as mentioned in the schedule. No work under this section shall be started until
specifically allowed by the Engineer and until all other major works such as
plastering, embedding of conduits and pipes, channels, etc. have been
completed. Samples of basic materials & work of adequate size representing the
nature of variation including quality, size, texture after finishing to be used in
the flooring work shall be prepared for all work and got approved by the
Engineer sufficiently prior to ordering. The approved samples shall be retained
upto the end of the project. The works shall be got done by skilled and
specialised workmen experienced in the respective trade of work.
TS-14.2. Cement Concrete Flooring
14.2.1. Cement Concrete
Cement concrete of specified mix shall be used and it shall generally

conform to the specifications as described in 'Cement Concrete' section.
14.2.2. Surface preparation
The surface of the sub grade shall be roughened with steel wire brushes
without disturbing the concrete. Before laying the flooring, the sub grade
shall be wetted with and smeared with a coat of cement slurry at the rate of
2 kg. of cement spread over an area of one square metre so as to get a good
bond between the sub grade and the floor.
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14.2.3. Laying with Strips
Normally cement concrete flooring shall be laid in one operation with 4 mm

thick glass / PVC / Aluminium strips divider fixed with their top at proper
level, giving required slopes, as specified. The panel size shall not exceed 2
m2 and one side shall not more than 2.0 m. This method shall ensure
uniformity in colour of all the panels and straightness at the junction of the
panels. Cement concrete of as stiff a mix as feasible shall be placed in
position, in one operation, in the panels. It shall then be leveled with the
help of straight edge and trowel and beaten with a wooden "Thappy" or
mason's trowel. The blows shall be fairly heavy in the beginning but as
consolidation takes place, light rapid strokes shall be given. Beating shall
cease as soon as the surface is found covered with cream of mortar. The
surface shall be tested with straight edge and made true to required slopes
and falls.
14.2.4. Finishing
The finishing of the surface shall follow immediately after the cessation of
beating. The surface shall be left for some time, till moisture disappears from
it.
Fresh quantity of cement at 2.0 kg of cement shall be mixed with water to

form a thick slurry and spread over an area of one sq. m. of flooring while
the concrete is still green. The cement slurry shall then be properly pressed
and finished smooth with steel trowel. Excessive trowelling shall be avoided.
Use of dry cement or cement and sand mixture sprinkled on the surface to
stiffen the concrete or to absorb excessive moisture, shall not be permitted.
The edges of sunk floors shall be finished and rounded with cement mortar
1:2 (1 cement: 2 coarse sand) and finished with a floating coat of neat
cement.
The junctions of floor with wall plaster, dado, or skirting shall be rounded off
where so specified.
The men engaged on finishing operations shall be provided with raised

wooden platform to sit on, so as to prevent damage to new work.
14.2.5. Curing
The curing shall be done for a minimum period of ten days. Curing shall not
be commenced until the top layer has hardened. Covering with cement
gunny bags shall not be allowed as the colour is likely to be tarnished.
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Precaution :
Flooring, if specified in lavatories and bath room shall be laid after fixing of
water closet, squatting pans, waste water pipes, clean outs and floor traps.
Clean out and floor traps shall be plugged, while laying the floors, curing
and cleaning. Precautions to be adopted against any damage to floor traps,
W.Cs, squatting pans etc. during execution of work.
TS-14.3. Kotah Stone Flooring
14.3.1. General
The stone slabs shall be of selected quality, hard, sound, dense and
homogeneous in texture, free from spots, cracks, decay, weathering and
flaws. These shall be machine cut to the requisite thickness and size for
flooring as specified or as shown in the drawing and as instructed by the
Engineer. Samples of required size and thickness shall be submitted to the
Engineer for approval prior to procurement of materials required for the
whole of work. The slabs shall have the top (exposed) face polished /
semipolished as specified before being brought to site, unless otherwise
specified or directed. The thickness of slab shall be 25mm, unless otherwise
specified.
14.3.2. Dressing
Every slab shall be cut to the required size and shape and fine chisel
dressed on the sides to the full depth so that a straight edge laid along the
side of the stones shall be in full contact with it. The sides (edges) shall be
table rubbed with coarse sand or machine rubbed before paving. All angles
and edges of the tile shall be true, square and free from chippings and
surface shall be true and plane.
14.3.3. Preparation of Surface and Laying
Sub-grade concrete or RCC slabs on which the stones are to be laid shall be
cleaned, wetted and mopped. The bedding for the slabs shall be with cement
mortar 1:4 (1 cement : 4 coarse sand). Thickness of bedding mortar shall be
20 mm average and the thickness at any place under the stone slab shall
not be less than 12 mm.
The mortar shall be spread under the area of each slab, roughly to the
average thickness as specified. The slab shall be wetted, cleaned before
laying. It shall be laid with polished surface on top, pressed, tapped with
wooden mallet and brought to level with the adjoining slabs. It shall then be
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lifted and kept aside. The top surface of the mortar shall be corrected by
adding fresh mortar at hollows. Mortar shall be allowed to harden a bit and
cement slurry of honey like consistency shall be spread over the same at the
rate of 4.4 kg. of cement per sq.m. Edges of slab shall be buttered with grey
cement with admixture of pigment to match the shade of the stone as shown
and specified. The slab shall be lowered gently back to position and tapped
with wooden mallet till it is properly bedded in level line and with as fine
joint as possible.
Subsequent slabs shall be laid in the same manner, surplus cement shall be
cleaned off the slab after being laid in position. The flooring shall be cured
for seven days minimum. The surface of the flooring as laid shall be true to
level and slopes as inspected by the Engineer. Slabs which are fixed in the
floor adjoining the wall shall enter not less than 12mm under the plaster
skirting or dado. Junction between wall plaster and floor shall be finished
neatly and without waviness.
14.3.4. Polishing and Curing
Slight unevenness at the meeting edges of slabs are to be removed by

chiselling carefully and then finished, polished and cured.
The finished surface shall be an even plane, level or sloped as specified and
cleared without any patches meeting the approval of the Engineer.
TS-14.4. Kotah Stone in Risers / Treads of Steps, Skirting and Dado

14.4.1. General
The stone slabs shall be of size as specified for particular paving work.
Thickness of the slab shall be as specified or as shown in the drawings or
specified in the description of the item and shall be uniform in size.
Dressing of stone slab shall be carried out in the same manner as specified
for flooring work.

In case of risers, skirting or dado, the surfaces shall be hacked and
roughened with wire brushes. The surface shall be cleaned thoroughly,
washed with water and kept wet before skirting / riser / dado is
commenced.
In case of treads the surface shall be same as specified in flooring.
14.4.3. Laying
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The risers of steps and skirting shall be set in grey cement admixed with or
without pigment to match the shade of the stone, as specified in the
description of item, with the line of the slab at such a distance from the wall
that the average width of the gap shall be 12 mm and at no place the width
shall be less than 10 mm, if necessary, the stone slabs shall be held in
position by temporary G.I. hooks fixed into the walls at suitable intervals.
The skirting or riser face shall be checked for plane and plumb and
corrected. The joints shall thus be left to harden and then the rear of the
skirting or riser slab shall be packed uniformly with cement mortar 1:3 (1
cement : 3 coarse sand) or other mix as specified in the description of the
item. The work done shall be cured for a minimum period of 7 days. The
fixing hooks shall be removed after the mortar filling the gap has acquired
sufficient strength.
The joints shall be as fine as possible and the joints shall be set in grey
cement / white cement mixed with pigment to match the shade of the slabs
for the full depth
The risers and skirting shall match with tread and flooring as shown in
drawings. Necessary chambers, rounding off edges, moulding to be made
wherever specified as directed.
14.4.4. Curing, Polishing and Finishing
Curing, Polishing and finishing shall be carried out in the same manner
as specified for flooring work.
TS-14.5. Ceramic Tiles / Vitrified Ceramic Tiles Flooring

14.5.1. Make
Ceramic and vitrified ceramic floor tiles shall be of approved quality and
make conforming to relevant IS stipulations. They shall be flat, true to shape
and free from cracks, crazing spots, chipped edges and corners. These shall
be of specified size, type and colour and laid to pattern as shown in the
drawings or as approved by the Engineer.
14.5.2. Sub-Base
The base shall first be prepared as indicated in "Sub grade for cement
concrete flooring". The surface shall be laid to falls and slopes as required
and scratched for key.
14.5.3. Laying of Floor Tiles
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After the base is cured, dried, cleaned & mopped, the bedding for the tile of
average thickness 20 mm cement mortar in 1:4 (1 cement: 4 coarse sand)
shall be laid on the surface and spread evenly with a trowel. A neat cement
slurry of honey like consistency @ 3.3 kg. of white cement per square metre
over such an area as would accommodate about twenty tiles shall be spread
over. The back of the tile previously cleaned and soaked in water shall be
placed over the mortar and brought to proper level by striking gently with a
wooden mallet. Fixing of tiles shall be done with approved brands of
chemical adhesives only.
14.5.4. Pointing
The tiles shall be laid in the manner as specified above in required pattern
with as thin a joint as possible. The joints shall be thoroughly cleaned and
pointed with white cement slurry admixed with pigment of matching colour
as the tiles. The pointing can alternatively, be carried out with an approved
non-shrink grout of matching colour as recommended by the manufacturer.
The surface of flooring shall be frequently checked with a straight edge

about 2m long, so as to obtain a true surface with the required slope. Tiles
which are fixed in the floor adjoining the wall shall enter not less than
10mm under the plaster skirting or dado.
14.5.5. Cutting of Tiles

Care shall be taken to see that full tiles are used as far as possible. Where
not possible, the edge tiles shall be neatly cut with a tile cutter to required
size and the edges rubbed smooth to ensure straight and true joints. The cut
edge of the tiles shall not be installed in exposed locations.
14.5.6. Curing
The tiling shall be cured for 7 days with water and then thoroughly cleaned
and dried.
TS-14.6. Ceramic / Vitrified Ceramic Tile Dado & Skirting

14.6.1. Make
Tiles shall be of approved quality and make conforming to relevant IS code.

They shall be flat, true to shape and free from cracks, crazing spots, chipped
edges and corners. These shall be specified size, type and colour and laid to
pattern as shown in the drawings or as approved by the Engineer. Tiles shall
be of 1st quality only.
14.6.2. Preparation of Surfaces
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The joints shall be raked out to a depth of at least 12 mm in masonry walls,

while the masonry is being laid. In case of concrete walls, the surfaces shall
be hacked and roughened with wire brushes. The surface shall be cleaned
thoroughly, washed with water and kept wet before skirting/dado is
commenced.
14.6.3. Mortar
The surfaces where tiles are to be shall be plastered with 12 mm thick

cement mortar 1:3 (1 cement: 3 coarse sand) shall be applied and allowed to
harden slightly. The plaster shall be roughened with wire brushes or by
scratching diagonal at close intervals.
14.6.4. Laying of Tiles
The tiles shall be soaked in water, adequately washed clean, sorted out and
a coat of neat cement slurry applied liberally at the back of tiles. The tiles
shall be fixed with a chemical adhesive of approved make. The tiles shall be
tamped and corrected to proper plane and lines. The tiles shall be set in the
required pattern and butt jointed. The joints shall be as fine as possible and
uniform. Top of skirting or dado shall be truly horizontal and joints truly
vertical except where otherwise indicated. Where full size tiles cannot be
fixed these shall be cut to the required size and their edges rubbed smooth.
Care shall be taken to ensure that as far as possible cut tiles are used in
non-exposed locations. Works shall be carried out in all areas only after a
sample panel has been approved by the Engineer. Fixing of tiles shall be
done with approved brands of chemical adhesives only.
14.6.5. Pointing
After laying is complete, the joints shall be cleaned off the grey cement grout
with wire brush and all dust and loose mortar removed. The joints shall
then be flush pointed with white cement slurry if required admixed with
approved pigments to match the colour of tiles.
14.6.6. Curing and Finishing

The surface shall be cleaned and kept wet by sprinkling water for seven
days. The finished surface shall be clean & glossy free of patches and shall
not sound hollow. Finished dry surfaces shall be washed with mild organic
acid, if so required. The Plaster of Paris slurry shall be applied to the entire
surface of laid tiles in a thin coat to protect the surface from abrasive
damage.
TS-14.7. Marble / Granite and Other Stone Work
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This section shall cover marble, granite and marble / granite veneering to
walls, flooring and counter top work as detailed below.
14.7.1. Materials
Stone shall be hard, sound, dense and homogeneous in texture in
accordance to the sample & of the required size and thickness approved by
the Engineer. It shall be reasonably uniform in colour, texture, pattern &
shape and free from stains, cracks, decay and weathering and of specified
quality, size and thickness.
14.7.2. Flooring and Counter Top

i. Dressing of Slabs
Every stone shall be pre polished and accurately machine cut to the
required size and shape so that a straight edge laid along the side of the
stone is fully in contact with it. For patterned flooring actual dimensions
shall be taken at the site and shop drawings in suitable scale prepared to
identify correctly the sizes and shapes of all stones. Each stone shall be
marked with a suitable identification number. All angles and edges of the
granite slabs shall be true, square or angular as required and free from
chippings and the surface shall be true and plane.
The thickness of the slabs shall be shown in the drawing with allowable
tolerance of 2 mm. In respect of length and breadth of slabs a tolerance of
5 mm will be allowed.
ii. Laying
Sub-grade concrete or the R.C.C. slab on which the slabs are to be laid shall
be cleaned, wetted and mopped. For patterned work the stone shall first be
laid in position loose to ensure achievement of the required pattern and any
adjustments required shall be made and all stone shall be wetted and
washed just before placing and the bedding for the slabs shall be with
mortar as described in the item. The average thickness of the bedding
mortar under the slab shall be to suite the overall thickness of flooring
specified and the thickness at any place under the slab shall not be less
than 12 mm.
Mortar of the specified mix shall be spread under the area of each slab,
roughly to the average thickness specified in the item. The prepolished slabs
shall first be laid on top of the mortar in accordance with the approved
drawing and pressed tapped with wooden mallet and brought to proper level
in continuity with the adjoining slabs. It shall be lifted and laid aside. The
top surface of the mortar shall then be corrected by adding fresh mortar at
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hollows. The mortar shall be allowed to stiffen slightly & uniformly and
cement slurry of honey like consistency shall be spread over the same at the
rate of 4.4 kg of cement per sq.m. The edges of the slab already paved shall
be buttered with grey or white cement with or without admixture of pigment
to match the shade of the slabs as given in the description of the item. The
slab to be paved shall then be lowered gently back in position and tapped
with wooden mallet till it is properly bedded in level and line with as fine a
joint as possible. Subsequent slabs shall be laid in the same manner. After
each slab has been laid, surplus cement on the surface of the slabs shall be
cleaned off. The flooring shall be cured for a minimum period of seven days.
The surface of the flooring as laid shall be true to falls and, slopes as
required. The slabs shall be matched as shown in drawing or as instructed
by the Engineer.
Slabs which are fixed in the floor adjoining the wall shall enter not less than
12 mm under the plaster skirting or dado. The junction between wall plaster
and floor shall be finished neatly and without waviness. Wherever required
the flooring shall be laid in patterns and / or with brass divider strips as
required.
iii. Curing and Finishing

The day after the slabs are laid all joints shall be cleaned of the cement
grout with a wire brush or trowel to a depth of 5 mm and all dust and loose
mortar removed and cleaned. Joints shall then be grouted with white
cement mixed with or without pigment to match the shade of the topping of
the wearing layer of the slabs. (The Plaster of Paris slurry shall be applied to
the entire surface of the slabs in a thin coat to protect the surface from
abrasive damage).
Before handing over the protective cover shall be removed carefully and the
surfaces cleaned and carefully rubbed with a "namdah" block to leave a
clean & shining floor without any defects to the satisfaction of the Engineer.
If any slab is disturbed or damaged, it shall be refitted or replaced and
properly jointed. The finished floor shall not sound hollow when tapped with
a wooden mallet. For marble slabs polishing, rubbing are to be done.
14.7.3. Dado and Skirting (Marble, Granite and Other Stone)

14.7.3.1. Preparation
Every stone shall be cut to the required size and shape, so as to be free from
any waviness and to give truly vertical and horizontal joints. In exposed
masonry, the faces that are to remain exposed in the final position and the
adjoining faces to a depth of 6 mm shall be fine chisel dressed in both
directions or polished as required to a depth of 6 mm so that when checked
with a 60 cm straight edge no point varies from it by more than 1 mm. for
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veneering work. No dressing or polishing shall be done at the back of the

stone, so as to ensure better grip with the backing. The dressed slabs shall be
of the thickness, as specified with permissible tolerance of () 2 mm.
14.7.3.2. Fixing with Mortar
Mortar for fixing shall be as specified.
14.7.3.3. Laying with Mortar
The stone shall be wetted before laying. Before installing the stone slabs the
backing shall be plastered cured & all surface imperfections removed.
Prepolished stone of the required size shall then be installed in position. The
adjoining slabs shall be secured to each other and to the backing by means of
stainless steel cramps, pins and dowels and araldite. The material for cramps
shall have high resistance to corrosion under condition of dampness &
against the chemical action of mortar or concrete in which cramps are
usually embedded.
All the joints shall be full of mortar. Special care shall be taken to see that
grounding for veneer works are full of mortar. If any hollow groundings are
detected by tapping the face stones, these shall be taken out and relaid. The
thickness of the face joints shall be uniform, straight and as fine as possible
and pointed with mortar as specified.
The walls shall be carried up truly plumb. All courses shall be laid truly
horizontal and all vertical joints truly vertical.
14.7.3.4. Protection
The work shall also be suitably protected from damage, mortar dropping and all
other extraneous materials and rain during construction. Double scaffolding
having two sets of vertical supports shall be provided wherever necessary shall
be sound and strong.
15. ROOFING, WATER PROOFING AND INSULATION
TS-15.1. Waterproofing of Toilets and Kitchen
The surface on which the waterproofing is to be done shall be cleaned including

the vertical faces of the sunken floor portion upto 300 mm above finished floor
and expose the concrete surface. The surface shall be made free from all loose
particles, dust, laitance, necessary groove cutting, where the treatment
terminates in wall around, prior to application of slurry coat.
The prepared surface then shall be applied with one coat of Acrylic polymer
modified cementitious slurry and continued upto the groove in wall, followed by
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acrylic polymer modified cementitious brush topping when the former coat has
dried.
The treated surface then shall be protected by providing a layer of 20mm thick
cement sand plaster in proportion (1:4) after curing of the surface.
TS-15.2. For Toilet, Kitchen, Pantry, Other Sunken Area & inside of Overhead
Tank
Cleaning the Concrete surface by means of wire brush to expose the same
which should be free from all loose particles dust, laitance etc.
Cutting groove at a height of 300 mm from the top of finished floor surface of
Toilet, Kitchen, Pantry etc. all along the internal face of peripheral walls of
Toilet, Kitchen Pantry etc.
Application of one coat of Acrylic Polymer Modified Cementitious slurry coating

on the cleaned surface and continued upto groove made at a height of 300 mm
from the top of finished floor surface of Toilet, Kitchen, Pantry etc.
Laying Fibre Glass Cloth over then coated surface (horizontal and vertical)
when the coating is still green.
Application of one coat of Acrylic Polymer Modified Cementitious Brush

Topping on the fibre glass cloth laid surface (horizontal and vertical).
Providing & laying Chicken wire mesh on coated surface (horizontal and
vertical)
Providing and laying screed concrete M-15 over Chicken wire mesh on
horizontal surface to prevent substantial cracking. The screed concrete is to be
laid at a minimum slope of 1 in 100 as well as maintaining a thickness of 25
mm near the outlet pipe. Cement mortar plaster (1 : 4) shall be applied on the
vertical internal face over Chicken wire mesh for height upto 300 mm from the
top of finished floor surface.
On Completion, the whole waterproofing shall be tested by ponding with water to

a depth of 75 mm for 7 days.
TS-15.3. Roofing in China Mosaic
Broken pieces of Ceramic Tiles to be laid in cement mortar 1:4 over waterproofed
surface in required design and pattern in combination of two three colours.
TS-15.4. Aluminium self Standing Seam Roofing System.

a. The roof top shall be manufactured from Hi Tensile Steel with min 550
Mpa yield strength or an equivalent material with Aluminium zinic alloy
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coating and colour coated on exposed surface, material thickness of 0.5

mm to 0.7 mm.
b. The base metal shall have a hot dip metallic Aluminium Zinic Alloy
coating, Aluminum (55%) & Zinic 45% with total mass coating of 150
gms / sqmt on both sides as Zincalume or equivalent coating as per
ASTM 1397.
c. The coated sheets shall be factory painted & oven baked conforming to
As / NZS 2728 Class 3, the total coating thickness of 35 micron. The
sheet shall have brand marking of the manufacturer giving product
details on the back of the sheet at every 1mtr c/c for conforming
genuinely of the material.
d. Sheets are to be laid to meet the requirements of the building geometry.

The aluminum roof elements will be supported by and joined
longitudinally with an electrically operated closure machine over
concealed clips integrated into the longitudinal element flange thereby
allowing for the possibility of transmitting reaction forces resulting from
positive and / or negative loads and also accommodating unobstructed
thermal movements resulting from the specified ambient temperature
range.
e. The clips shall be capable of transmitting all reaction forces to the
purlins without the aid of any other material, thus resulting in an
overall Self-supporting standing seam roof system.
f. The clips shall be capable of transmitting all reaction forces to the

purlin through the saddle, thus resulting in an overall Self- supporting
standing seam roof system.
TS-15.5. Surface Appearance
The roofing system shall be designed, fabricated and installed so that the
complete Work shall merge perfectly with the overall building geometry and
present a uniform and smooth appearance.
15.5.1. Warranty period

The self standing seam-roofing system shall be guaranteed for 10 years
with regards to its composition, surface and tensile strength.
TS-15.6. Durability
15.6.1. General
The roofing system shall be durable and satisfy the requirements of the
General Specification for the design life of the Works.
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TS-15.7. Fire
15.7.1. Fire Performance Requirements
a) Combustion: To be either non-combustible or not easily ignitable with

low flame spread characteristics and to prevent excessive quantities of
smoke or toxic gases.
b) External and Internal Surface Spread of Flame : All internal and

external surfaces shall meet a class O Surface Spread of Flame as
defined by the Building Regulations.
15.7.2. Performance Requirements

15.7.2.1. Environmental
1. Thermal Movement
a) All components shall be designed to resist thermal movement resulting
from the maximum & minimum surface temperature differentials
occurring. The design shall cater for all temporary and permanent
conditions and envisaged for the Works.
b) The Self Supported Profile / Flashings shall be capable of

accommodating changes in dimension and shape of their components
resulting from varying surface temperatures between the outside and
inside of the building without any reduction in the specified
performance. The climatic conditions shall be noted when finalizing the
design of the Aluminium Self-Supported Profile / Flashings.
2. Moisture Movement
The Self-Supported Profile / Flashings shall withstand movement

without permanent deformation or any reduction in the specified
performance: -
a) Due to changes in the moisture content of their companies, resulting

from variations in the moisture content of the air.
b) Due to the expansion of absorbed or retained moisture caused by

freezing.
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3. Condensation
No condensation shall take place either or internal surfaces or adjacent

or external surfaces of the Self Supported Profile/ Flashing under the
temperature and humidity conditions.
4. Capillarity
It shall be ensured that the Detailed Design eliminates water migration

by applying action at joints and opening.
5. Weather and Water Penetration Resistance
a) The Self-Supported Profile / Flashings shall be weatherproof and

watertight, thus ensuring the prevention of water leakage onto
the internal face of the Aluminium Self Supported Profile /
Flashings and any other part of the system, which may be
adversely affected.
b) The Self-Supported Profile including flashings and junctions with

adjacent parts of the building shall be fully weather tight under
all conditions with full allowance made for deflections and
movements
TS-15.8. Materials
15.8.1. Fillers
15.8.1.1. Profile Fillers
a) The type (s) supplied by the cladding manufacturer shall accurately

match the sheet profile.
b) Where shown on the Design Drawings & wherever necessary,

corrugation cavities shall be closed off from the outside and inside
of the building. Ensure a tight fit and leave no gaps.
15.8.1.2. Fire Resisting Profile Fillers
c) The type(s) supplied by the cladding manufacturer shall accurately

match the sheet profile.
d) In positions shown on Contractor's Drawing fillers shall be fixed,

leaving no gaps and using an adhesive recommended by the profile
filler manufacturer.
15.8.2. Accessories
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15.8.2.1. Generally
Cappings, closure pieces, flashings, trims sills, gutters, fillers, spacers,
tapes, sealant, fixing etc. where not specified shall be types
recommended by the manufacturer.
15.8.2.2. Metal Accessories ;

The top roofing and the liner sheet along with the insulating material
sandwitched in between shall be fastened as per the manufacturers
recommendation and as applicable to the system proposed and approved
by Engineer Incharge.
15.8.2.3. Flashing / Trims

Joints in flashings and trims shall be installed to fully accommodate
thermal movement. Flashing joints generally shall comply with the
Cladding Manufacturers recommendations and recommendations
contained within the Profiled Sheet Metal Roof and Cladding.
15.8.2.4. Gutters
All Gutters shall be fully supported at each joint and at intermediate
positions not more that 900 mm apart. Spigot ends shall be fixed up the
slope with all joints fully watertight. Sheeting shall be positioned to
leave a clear width across the gutter of not less than 600mm.Gutter
shall be manufactured from same material or as recommended by
manufacturer.
15.8.2.5. Abutments
Weather tight junctions with flashing shall be correctly located and
neatly dressed down.
15.8.2.6. Sealing Laps

e) The Sheet in fill strip shall be as per manufacturers
recommendations and as approved by Engineer Incharge
f) The position of sealing laps shall be in straight unbroken lines

immediately below fixing positions and parallel to the edges of
sheets. They shall be placed into corrugation and not allowed to
stretch or sag in position.
g) Ensure continuity and effectiveness of seal especially at corners of

sheets. Do not over compress.
15.8.2.7. Component Materials
Component parts consist of flashing, ridge cap, gutter shall be

fabricated out of same material as that of roofing, thereby allowing for
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the possibility of transmitting reaction forces resulting from positive or

negative loads and allowing for unobstructed thermal movement.
15.8.2.8. Fixings to Structure
Suitability of Structure:
h) The Contractor shall survey the structure, checking line, level and
fixing points before commencement and submit shop drawing for
approval.
i) The Works shall include the detailing of all interfacing connections

to the structure.
j) Fixings shall conform to all statutory requirements in respect of

strength and type. They shall be fully protected to prevent
corrosion and contact between dissimilar material shall be avoided
or detailed to prevent galvanic corrosion.
k) Only suitable materials shall be used.
l) The fixing arrangements shall be as per the approved Method

Statement for fixing and as per approved shop drawing clearly
specifying the laps, joints, position of purlins etc complete.
15.8.2.9. Fixing Bolts, Anchors, Brackets, Screws, Rivet and Nuts
m) Type, size and positioning of all bolts anchors brackets, screws,

rivets and nuts shall be shown on the Contractors Drawing,
together with full details of their installation technique and torque
settings where appropriate.
n) Where it is not possible to conceal fixings, a maximum of five-

exposed bolt / stud threads shall be used.
15.8.2.10. Measurement
o) The payment will be done on the actual finished surface area of the
sheet.
p) No separate payment shall be made for the laps of sheet and

accessories, bolts, nuts washers, adjustable bolts and supports for
gutters & other fixtures.
16. PAINTING AND VARNISHING
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TS-16.1. General
16.1.1.
Work of painting and varnishing shall be one of the last items of work and
shall not be taken up until all other internal works except fittings & fixtures
have been completed and approved. No work under this section shall start
without approval from Engineer. The contractor shall ensure that approval
has been obtained for all primer, paints, oils, varnishes, texture rendering
materials for each location / area to be finished and in respect to shades
brand & manufacturer for such finishing materials, well in advance to
commencement of work.
16.1.2. Materials
All materials shall be the best of their kind and of approved manufacture for
each item. Painting materials such as shellac, thinner, oils, driers, brushes,
rollers etc. shall be of the best approved quality and type. If for any reason,
thinning is necessary in case of ready mixed paint, the brand of thinner
recommended by the manufacturer or as instructed by Engineer shall be
used.
16.1.3. Sealed Containers
Paints, oils or varnishes of approved shade, brand & manufacturer shall

be brought to the site of work by the Contractor in their original
containers in sealed condition. The material shall be brought in at a time
in adequate quantities to suffice for the whole work or at least a
fortnight's work. The empty containers shall not be removed from the site
of work, till the relevant item of work has been completed and permission
obtained from Engineer.
16.1.4. Storage
All materials shall be stored in a neat and orderly fashion in one single
clean space. Care shall be taken to maintain this place as clean and
dust-free as possible.
16.1.5. Specialised Workmen
All work shall be done by the Contractor through specialised skilled

workmen experienced in the trade.
16.1.6. Work as per Manufacturer's Instructions
All work shall be done strictly as per this specification and

manufacturer's printed instructions. In case these specifications differ in
any way from manufacturer's instructions, the latter shall apply.
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16.1.7. Samples
Before starting work under this section large size samples of all types of
coating including preparation of surface shall be made at the site and
approval obtained from the Engineer before proceeding with the finishing
works. Only after specific approval has been given to the samples, work
shall commence. The actual work shall be done as per the approved
samples.
16.1.8. Preparation
The plastered surfaces shall be allowed to dry out completely. All surfaces
to be finished shall be thoroughly brushed and cleaned of mortar drops,
dust, dirt, fungi, rust, mill-scale, efflorescence and all other extraneous
material. All loose pieces & scales shall be removed by scrapping.
Surfaces shall be thoroughly sand-papered to a smooth finish. Further
preparation work shall be done as specified under different types of
finishes. Before starting painting work all floors shall be washed clean
and wiped dry.
16.1.9. Finished Surface to Engineer's Satisfaction
All finished surface shall be smooth and of even shade to the satisfaction
of Engineer.
16.1.10. Protection
All work done shall be thoroughly protected from damage at all times by
suitable and appropriate methods to the satisfaction of Engineer. All
other adjacent areas which may not have received the finish at the same
time shall also be thoroughly protected by suitable canvas, paper covering
or by some other approved method.
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16.1.11. Damages to be made good

Any damage or disfigurement of other works caused by the painting
works shall be immediately made good. All paint and varnish spots and
other stains shall be thoroughly & carefully removed from all floors,
doors, windows, fittings, furniture, glass, hardware and all other surfaces
required, by approved paint removers and the places left clean and tidy to
the satisfaction of the Engineer.
TS-16.2. White Wash

16.2.1. Surface Preparation
The surface shall be thoroughly brushed free from mortar droppings and
foreign matters. All plaster damages shall be made good by cement sand
mortar and curing it sufficiently before the painting work is taken up.
16.2.2. Material
The white wash shall be prepared from fresh shell lime to which shall be
admixed with sufficient quantity of whiting zinc oxide in the ratio of 15:1
(1 part of lime and 15 parts of zinc) and gum. The lime and whiting shall
be made into thin cream and screened through clean coarse cloth. 40
gms of gum dissolved in hot water shall be added to each 10 cu.
decimetre of the cream. Indigo upto 3 gms per kg. of lime dissolved in
water shall then be added to the composition. Water at the rate of about 5
litres per kg. of lime shall be added to produce a milky solution.
16.2.3. Application
In case of colour washing approved mineral colours not affected by lime
shall be added to the white wash in required quantities instead of indigo.
The wash shall be applied with approved brushes in minimum 3 coats.

Each coat shall be allowed to dry before applying the next. In case the
surface does not present a smooth and uniform finish throughout to the
satisfaction of Engineer. More coats shall be added as required at no
extra cost.
The finished dry surface shall not be powdery and shall not readily come
off on the hand when rubbed.
TS-16.3. Cement Paint

The surface shall be thoroughly cleaned of all mortar dropping, loose

pieces & scales, dirt, dust algae, grease and other foreign matter by
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brushing and washing. Pitting in plaster shall be made good and a coat of
waterproof cement paint shall be applied over patches after wetting them
thoroughly. The surface shall be thoroughly wetted with clean water
before the cement paint is applied.
16.3.2. Preparation of mix

Cement paint conforming to IS: 5410-1992 of Super Snowcem or equal
approved brand shall be mixed in such quantities as can be used up
within an hour of its mixing as otherwise the mixture will set and
thicken, affecting flow and finish.
Cement paint shall be mixed with water in two stages. The first stage
shall comprise 2 parts of cement paint and one part of water stirred
thoroughly and allowed to stand for 5 minutes. Care shall be taken to add
the cement paint gradually to the water & not vice versa. The second
stage shall comprise of adding further one part of water to the mix and
stirring thoroughly to obtain a liquid of workable and uniform
consistency. In all cases the manufacturer's instructions shall be followed
strictly.
The lids of cement paint drums shall be kept tightly closed when not in
use in order to avoid rapid setting due to its hygroscopic qualities.
16.3.3. Application
The solution shall be applied on the clean and wetted surface with
brushes or spraying machine. The solution shall be kept well stirred
during the period of application. It shall be applied on the surface which
is on the shady side of the building so that the direct heat of the sun on
the surface is avoided. The method of application of cement paint shall be
as per manufacturer's specification. The completed surface shall be
watered after the day's work.
The second coat shall be applied after the first coat has been set for at
least 24 hours. Before application of the second or subsequent coats, the
surface of the previous coat shall not be wetted.
The surface shall be treated with three or more coats of waterproof

cement paint as found necessary to get a uniform shade to the
satisfaction of Engineer or his representative.
16.3.4. Precaution
Water proof cement paint shall not be applied on plastered surfaces

already treated with white wash, colour wash, distemper dry or oil bound,
varnishes, paints etc. It shall not be applied on gypsum, wood and metal
surfaces.
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TS-16.4. Painting with Synthetic Enamel Paint
16.4.1. General
Synthetic enamel paint conforming to IS:1932-1974 of Nerolac or equal

approved brand and manufacturer and of the required colour shall be
used for the top coat & undercoat of shade to match the top coat as
recommended by the manufacturer shall be used.
a. Wood Work
The surface shall be cleaned and all unevenness shall be rubbed down
smooth with sand paper and cleaned removed as specified above. Knots
if visible shall be covered with a preparation of red lead mixed with
strong glue sized and used to. Holes and indentations on the surface
shall be filled in with glazier's putty or wood putty and rubbed smooth
before painting is done. The surface should be thoroughly dry before
priming coat is applied.
b. Iron and Steel Work
The priming coat shall have dried up completely before painting is

started. Rust and scaling shall be carefully removed by scrapping or by
brushing with steel wire brushes. All dust and dirt shall be carefully
and thoroughly wiped away from surface.
c. Plastered Surface
The surface shall not be painted until it has been dried completely.
Before primer is applied, holes, undulations shall be filled up with
plaster of paris and rubbed.
The primer shall be applied with brushes, worked well into the surface
and spread even and smooth.
16.4.3. Application
The number of coats including the undercoat shall be as stipulated in the
item.
a) Undercoat
One coat of the specified paint of shade suited to the shade of the topcoat
shall, be applied and allowed to dry overnight. It shall be rubbed next day
with the finest grade of wet abrasive paper to ensure a smooth and even
surface, free from brush marks and all loose particles dusted off.
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b) Top Coat
The painting of approved brand and manufacturer shall be laid on evenly

and smoothly by means of crossing & laying off which consists of covering
the area over with paint, brushing the surface hard for the first time over
and then brushing alternately at right angles to the same. The full
process of crossing and laying off will constitute one coat. The number of
coats as specified in the item shall be applied and the painted surface
shall present uniform appearance and finish, free from streaks, blisters
etc.
TS-16.5. Oil Bound Distemper

16.5.1. Materials
Ready mixed paint of approved brand and manufacture and of required
shades conforming to IS 428: 1969 & other relevant IS specification
shall be used. The primer shall be ready mixed cement primer preferably
of the same brand and manufacturer. Ready mixed paint as received
from manufacturers without any admixture shall be used and if for any
reason thinning is necessary the brand of thinner shall be as per
manufacturer's instruction.
The surface shall be prepared as specified hereinbefore. Any unevenness

including pitting in plaster shall be made good by applying putty, made of
plaster of paris mixed with turpentine / oil on the entire dry surface
including filling up the undulation and then sand papering after it is dry.
A coat of the paint shall be applied over the patches. The patched surface
shall be allowed to dry thoroughly before the regular coat of paint is
applied.
16.5.3. Application of Priming Coat
The priming coat shall be applied with cement primer or distemper primer
of approved quality depending on the condition of the wall surface as
prepared. If the wall is completely dry to receive the priming coat, then
distemper primer of same brand & manufacturer of distemper paint as
approved, shall only be applied uniformly on the wall with proper
brushes. If the wall surface has not dried completely, the priming coats
shall be of cement primer of approved brand & manufacturer.
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16.5.4. Distemper Coat
After the primer coat has dried for at least 48 hours, the surface shall be
lightly sand papered to make it smooth for receiving the paint, taking care
not to rub out the priming coat. All loose particles shall be dusted off
rubbing. One coat of ready mixed distemper properly diluted with thinner
shall be applied with brushes in horizontal strokes followed immediately
by vertical ones which together constitute one coat.
The subsequent coats shall be applied in the same way. Two or more
coats of paint as are found necessary shall be applied over the primer
coat to obtain an even shade.
A time interval of at least 24 hours shall be allowed between consecutive

coats to permit of the proper drying of the preceding coat.
15 cm double bristled paint brushes shall be used. After each days work,
brushes shall be thoroughly washed.
A brush in which paint has dried up shall on no account be used for
painting work. The containers when not on use, shall be kept closed and
free from air so that paint does not thicken and also shall be kept safe
from dust.
TS-16.6. Wall Painting with Acrylic Emulsion Paint (Internal & External)
Acrylic emulsion paint for internal and external wall shall be as per relevant IS
code or equal of approved brand and manufacture and of the required shade
shall be used.
16.6.1. Application
The number of coats shall be two or more coats to give a smooth required
finish meeting the approval of the Engineer or his representative. The
paint shall be applied in the usual manner with brush or roller. The paint
dries by evaporation of the water content and as soon as the water has
evaporated the film gets hard and the next coat can be applied. The time
of drying varies from one hour on absorbent surfaces to 2 to 3 hours on
non-absorbent surfaces.
The thinning of emulsion is to be done with water and not with

turpentine. Thinning with water will be particularly required for the
undercoat which is applied on the absorbent surface. The quantity of
water to be added shall be as per manufacturer's instructions.
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The surface on finishing shall present a flat velvety smooth finish. If

necessary more coats shall be applied till the surface presents a uniform
appearance with velvety smoothness.
16.6.2. Precautions
i) Old brushes if they are to be used with emulsion paints, shall be

completely dried of turpentine or oil paints by washing in warm soap
water.
Brushes shall be quickly washed in water immediately after use and kept
immersed in water during break periods to prevent the paint from
hardening on the brush.
ii) In the preparation of walls for acrylic emulsion painting, no oil base
putties shall be used in filling cracks, holes etc.
iii) Splashes on floors, etc. shall be cleaned out without delay as they will be
difficult to remove after hardening.
iv) Washing of surfaces treated with emulsion paints shall not be done
within 3 to 4 weeks of application.
TS-16.7. Epoxy Painting
16.7.1. Material
Ready mixed paint of approved brand and manufacture conforming to

relevant IS Codes shall be used. The primer shall be preferably of the
same brand and manufacturer. Ready mixed paint as received from the
manufacturer without any admixture shall be used and if for any reason
thinning is necessary. The brand of thinner shall be as per
manufacturers instructions.
16.7.2.1. Concrete / Plastered Surface
The concrete / plastered surface shall be made free from laitance and salt
deposits and other contaminates. All loosely bonded mortars, dust /
other particles are fully removed before the painting is applied.
16.7.2.2. Steel Surface
Grease, oil and other contaminates shall be removed from steel surfaces.
The steel surface shall be cleaned from loose rust by manual wire
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brushing or blasting and to be thoroughly dusted down. The surface shall

be cleaned and dried before application of the paint.
16.7.3. Precautions
i. Use off the paint within the stipulated pot life period.
ii. Do not apply during rain, fog or mist.
iii. Brushes and spray equipment should be cleaned with thinner.
16.7.4. The application of paint shall be as per the manufacturers printed

instructions.
TS-16.8. Varnishing of Wood Work

16.8.1. General
Unless otherwise stated all visible finish wood and veneer shall be
stained and varnished to Melamine finish. All invisible parts of wood
work shall be treated with approved preservative coating.
Paint shall be Asian / ICI / Berger / Nerolac /Jenson & Nicolson or
equivalent. The rates of items shall include the cost of primer,
preparation of proper surface by sand papering, filling with required
grade putty, two coats of paints and removing of stains on floors, walls,
ceiling and other movable items.
16.8.2. Surface Preparation
Wood shall be seasoned and free from discoloured sap wood and from
large resinous or loose knots. All nail shall be punched well before the
surface to provide a firm key for stopping. Mouldings, sills shall be
carefully smoothened with abrasive paper and the fibres left after
machining shall be cleaned and removed. Flat portions shall be
smoothened. Any knot, resinous streaks or bluish sapwood shall be
treated with two coats of pure shellac knotting, applied thinly and
extended to about 25 mm beyond the actual area requiring treatment.
16.8.3. Priming Coat
Dirt or any other extraneous material shall be removed. A priming coat

shall be applied to the bare wood. All exposed surfaces of the wall shall
be primed. Unless specified otherwise, all joinery work which is
intended to be painted / varnished shall receive at least two priming
coats.
16.8.4. Stopping and Filling
Stopping and filling shall be carried out only after priming. Filler
material shall conform to local standards and shall be approved by the
Engineer. Filler of stiff paste shall be applied with putty knife to fill holes
and cracks and subsequently rubbed down to a level surface with
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abrasive paper, pumice stone or other suitable abrasive material. The

filler coat shall be of an optimum thickness and shall be allowed to fully
harden and flatten before the subsequent coat is applied. As many
layers as necessary shall be applied allowing sufficient time between the
coats to harden and flatten.
16.8.5. Undercoats
The undercoats shall be applied after the surface has been primed,
stopped, filled and rubbed down to a smooth surface. The undercoat
may be brushed or sprayed. After drying, the coat shall be carefully
rubbed down and wiped clean before the next coat is applied.
16.8.6. Finishing
The application of finishing paint / varnish shall be strictly as per

manufacturers printed instructions. Cleanliness is essential & as far as
possible the application shall be carried out in a normal dry condition.
The finishing coat may be applied either with brush or may be sprayed.
16.8.7. Clear Wood Finish
Clear finishes shall be applied to wood and wood-based interior surfaces

where so specified. The finish material shall be Cellulose Lacquer of
approved make. The procedure of application shall be detailed
hereinafter.
16.8.8. Filling
Approved Filler shall be used to level off, to make smooth, to prevent the
excessive penetration of the finish and to fill the open cells. For special
stain effects coloured fillers shall be used. On fine textured woods
having minute pores that do not require filling, thin varnishes, lacquer
or shellac shall be used. Filler or stain filler shall be applied by hand
using hessian or jute rag across the grain. The filler shall be dried
preferably overnight and smoothened with abrasive paper.
16.8.9. Staining
Staining of wood shall be restored to create special effects for

subsequent finishes. Stains used shall be water based, spirit based or
oil based as approved by the Engineer according to the purpose and
location. Surfaces shall be kept scrupulously clean and free from greasy
finger marks. Small cracks or nail holes shall be stopped with fine
plaster of pairs or suitable stopping. Stains may be applied by brushing
and wiping or spraying. Application shall be liberal but without over
staining that may spoil the stained surface.
16.8.10. Sealing
A suitable seal shall be applied on the filled and sanded surface to

prevent absorption by the wood of successive coats of finish and to seal
stain and filler and thus preclude their bleeding into the finished coat.
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When fully dry, the surface shall be sanded taking care not to cut
through at corners and edges. Dust shall be blown off and the surface
wiped with a clean rag.
16.8.11. Varnishing (Melamine finish)
Superior quality varnish of approved make shall be used. The work

includes sizing by transparent wood filler. Varnish (conforming IS:347
(Part-5) for the finishing and undercoats shall be of a approved
manufacturer.
Melamine polish - preparation of surface - filling grain completely with

putty made of whiting powder with required strainer and Acrypol N 83
(Pidilite Indus. Ltd.) Sand & Surfacemildly with120/150 Emery Paper
safter drying for 15 min. Polishing (I) mix Acrypol SP 85 matt and
Thinner SP 85 matt in equal proportions. Spray the mixture uniformly
with a spray gun at a pressure of 30 psi.
(ii) Allow it to dry for 6 - 8 hrs.
(Iii) Sand surface with 120 / 150 Emery paper.
(Iv) Repeat I, ii, and iii for two more coats up to required surface or
approved by Architect.
New wood work to be varnished shall have been finished smooth with a
carpenters plane. Knots shall be cut to a sight depth. Cracks and holes
shall be cleaned of dust. The knots, cracks etc. shall then be filled in
with wood putty made as follows :
On a piece of wood say 20 x 15 cm face and on the side where cross

grains appear, a small quantity of glue size shall be poured and the
surface scraped with the edge of a fine carpenters chisel. Very fine wood
powder shall be mixed with the glue and the stiff paste thus formed
shall be used for the filling.
The fillings when dry shall be rubbed down with a carpenters file and
then the entire surface shall be rubbed down perfectly smooth with
medium grained and fine sand papers and wiped with dry clean cloth so
that it presents uniform appearance. In no case shall sand papers be
rubbed across the grains, as in this case even the finest marks will be
visible when the varnishing is applied.
16.8.13. Sizing or Transparent Wood Filler Coat
The surface shall then be treated with transparent wood filler coat.
16.8.14. Transparent Wood Filler Coat
The surface prepared as described above shall be given an application of

the approved filler with brush or rag in such a way that the filler fills up
all the pores and indentations and levels up the surface. It shall be
allowed to dry for 24 hours. Then it shall be cut and rubbed with emery
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paper so that the surface of the wood is laid bare, with the filler only in
the pores and crevices of the wood.
16.8.15. Application of Varnish
Two coats of varnish shall be applied as stipulated in the description of

item.
The undercoat shall be with a floating varnish. The top coat shall be
given with approved brand of finishing varnish.
The varnish shall be applied liberally with a full brush and spread
evenly with short light strokes to avoid frothing. If the work is vertical
the varnish shall be crossed and recrossed and then laid off, latter being
finished on the upstrokes so that varnish, as it sets flows down and
eliminates brush marks. The above process will constitute one coat. If
the surface is horizontal, varnish shall be worked in every direction,
with light quick strokes and finish in one definite direction so that it will
set without showing brush marks. In handling and applying varnish,
care should be taken to avoid forming froth or air bubbles. Brushes and
containers shall be kept scrupulously clean.
Rubbing down the flatting the surface shall be done after each coat
except the final coat with fine sand paper. The work shall be allowed to
dry away from draughts and damp air. The finished surface shall then
present a uniform appearance and fine glossy or matte surface free from
streaks, blisters etc. Any varnish left over in the small container shall
not be poured back into stock tin, as it will render the latter unit unfit
for use. Special fine haired varnishing brushes shall be used and not
ordinary paint brushes. Brushes shall be well worn and perfectly clean.
16.8.16. Protection
All metal fittings and fixings shall be removed before preparatory

process is commenced and shall be re-fixed on completion of the
painting / polishing. All finished work including glass shall be
adequately protected from paint splashes. No paint or other materials
shall be stored in direct contact with finished floor surface and no
mixing shall be carried out on the finished floor surface. All prepared
materials shall be stored in pans and trays and protected by covers.
16.8.17. French Polish
Pure shellac varying from pale orange to lemon yellow colour, free from
resin or dirt shall be dissolved in methylated spirit at the rate of 0.15 kg
of shellac per litre of spirit. Suitable pigment shall be added to get the
required colour. All unevenness shall be rubbed down to smoothness
with sand paper and thus surface shall be well dusted. The pores in
wood shall be filled up with filler made of paste of whiting dissolved in
water or methylated spirit. A pad of woolen cloth covered by a fine cloth
shall be used to apply the polish. The pad shall be moistened with
polish and rubbed hard on the surface in a series of overlapping circles
so that the polish is applied uniformly over the entire area to give it an
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uneven surface. The surface shall be allowed to dry and the remaining
coats applied in the same way. To finish off, the pad shall be covered
with a fresh piece of clean cloth, slightly damped with methylated spirit
and rubbed lightly and quickly with glass / matte finish as per approved
sample.
The basic material shall be shellac dissolved in methylated spirit.
Preparation: the timber must be well sanded and cleaned and the grain
filled with grain filler. Any staining must be done before applying the
polish.
Equipment: The polishing rubber, the most important implement in

French polish shall consist of a pad of cotton wool, which acts as a
reservoir for the polish, and a cover of a soft white linen or cotton fabric
similar to a well-worn handkerchief, which acts as a filler. The rubber
must never be dipped into the polish on to the pad with the cover
removed.
Application: work evenly over the surface with a slow figure-of-eight

motion until the timber is coated with a thin layer of polish. The object
is to apply a series of thin coats, allowing only a few minutes for drying
between the coats. When a level and even bodied surface is obtained the
work is ready for the second stage i.e. spiriting off.
Allowing the work to stand for at least eight hours, then take a fresh
rubber with double thickness of cover materials and charge it with
methylated spirit. The object of spiriting off is to and remove the rubber
marked and to give the brilliance of finish.
Finally, work in the direction of the grain and continue until the surface
if free from smears and rubber marks then leave to harden off.
TS-16.9.
All material required for the works shall be of specified and approved
manufacturer, delivered to the site in the manufactures containers with the
seals, etc., unbroken and clearly marked with the manufactures name or trade
mark with a description of the contents and colour. All materials are to be
stored on the site of work.
TS-16.10.
Spray painting with approved machines will be permitted only if written
approval has been obtained from the Engineer/ Architect prior to painting. No
spraying will permitted in the case of priming coats where the soiling of adjacent
surfaces is likely to occur. The nozzle and pressure to be so operated as to give
an even coating throughout to the satisfaction of the Engineer/Architect. The
paint used for sprayings is to comely generally with the specifications concerned
and is to be specially prepared by the manufacturer for spraying. Thinning of
paint made for brushing will not be allowed.
TS-16.11.
Wood preservative shall be as per approved make impregnating wood
preservative and all concealed woodwork shall be treated with wood
preservative.
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TS-16.12.
All brushes, pots tools, kettles, etc. used in carrying out the work shall be clean
and from foreign matter and are to thoroughly cleaned out before being used
with a different type of class.
TS-16.13.
All iron and steel surface shall be thoroughly scraped and rubbed with wire
brushes and shall be entirely free from rust, mill scale, etc. before applying the
priming coat.
TS-16.14.
Surface of new woodwork, which are to be painted, are to be rubbed down,
clean down to the approval of the Architects.
TS-16.15.
Surface are previously painted wood work which are to be painted are to be
cleaned down with soap and water detergent solution or approved solvent to
remove dirt, grease, etc. Whilst wet the surface shall be flattened down with a
suitable abrasive and then rinsed down and allowed to dry. Minor areas of
defective paint shall be removed completely by chipping, scrapping back to a
firm edge and the exposed surface touched in with the primer as described
and stopped with putty. Where woodwork has been previously painted or
polished and is to be newly polished, scrapping, burning off or rubbing down,
should be carried out properly.
TS-16.16.
Surfaces of previously painted metal which shall be painted are to be clean
down and flattened down as described in surfaces of any rust and loose scale
shall be removed completely by chipping, scrapping and wire brushing back to
the bare metal touched in with 2 coats of primer as described/ specified/
directed by the Architect.
TS-16.17.
Wax polish: Wax polish shall contain silicon and driers. A good silicon wax is
to be used, not a creamy or spray. The timber shall be sealed first with another
finish such as Ronseal, before applying the wax.
Application: Apply a light coat of the sealer by brush or cloth direct to the
unfilled timber, working it well in and finishing evenly with the grain. Allow
drying thoroughly then sanding lightly with fine abrasive paper. Apply a heavy
coat of wax by cloth or on flat surfaces, with a stiff brush. Work well into the
timber and finish off by stroking with the grain before leaving to harden. Leave
for several hours before rubbing up with a soft brush. Finally, buff the grain
with a soft cloth.
TS-16.18.
Transparent Coloured Polyurethane (Melamine): This shall be applied where
natural grain of the wood is required to be shown. Polyurethane gives tough
surface, which resists chipping, scratching and boiling water.
Application: Clean off all the grease and wax with an abrasive and white spirit,
this should be applied in humid conditions.
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Apply the same coat, preferably of clear hard glaze with a cloth pad. Leave this
to dry for at least six hours, then applied for the coat with paint brush off you
wait for longer than 24 hours between coats, rubbed down the previous coats
with fine glass paper or medium grade of steel wool. Obtain a matt finish, if
required, by giving a final coat of clear Ronseal Matt Coat.
17. INTERIOR WORK
TS-17.1. False Ceiling
17.1.1. Scope :
This section shall cover all suspended ceiling work and ceiling finishes
shown in the drawings.
TS-17.2. Skilled Workmen :
All work shall be done by the Contractor through specialized skilled

workmen, sufficiently experienced in the particular trade.
17.2.1. Checking and Approval before starting :
Work of suspended ceiling shall normally be started after all major works
such as brickwork, plaster, window and door fixing, flooring, etc are
completed. Before starting suspended ceiling work, all related work such
as ducting, electrical and other work, any painting above the ceiling, etc
shall be completed thoroughly, checked and approved.
17.2.2. Co-ordination :
The suspended ceiling work shall be fully co-ordinated with electric

fixtures, A/C ducts and grills, columns and partitions, return air slits etc.
Shop drawings of the complete suspended ceiling work showing the
suspension system in detail with all the members, fixing / hanging
methods, etc. incorporating the services items and suiting the exact site
conditions and dimensions, shall be prepared for each separate area by
the Contractor and shall be got approved by the Architect before
commencing the work.
TS-17.3. Framing :
All framing work shall be done with the type of material specified. Proprietary
metal framing shall be of approved type and make and shall be erected strictly
in accordance with manufacturers printed instructions.
All ferrous and metal parts of framing and suspension system for each type of
suspension ceiling shall be hot dip galvanized or Aluminium as specified.
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17.3.1. Gypsum Board Suspended Ceiling:
17.3.1.1. Material
The gypsum board shall be of approved proprietary manufactured such

as Indian Gypsum Ltds Gypboard formed by enclosing & bonding core
of set calcium sulphate (Gypsum) plaster between two sheets of paper. It
shall be fire resistant and acoustical. Unless otherwise indicated all
boards shall be 12 mm thick and shall have Noise Reduction Coefficient
(NHR) of 0.65.
17.3.1.2. Installation
On the prepared and properly false ceiling framing Gypsum board shall
be fixed to the framing with brass screws. The work shall be done by
strictly following the manufacturers printed instructions and standard
details.
17.3.1.3. Joining
All joints shall be filled by approved joining compound recommended by

the manufacturers tape pressed into it. All screws heads shall be spotted
and the depression over the head shall be filled flush with the board
surface. After the joints have dried, a thin layer of jointing compound
shall be applied as the first coat of finish followed by the same treatment
as second coat of finish. Finally two coats of topcoat shall be applied on
entire surface to give smooth seamless ceiling surface.
17.3.1.4. Finishing
The finishing surface shall be free from waviness and shall be with
required cut outs for A.C. diffusers, A.C. return air grills, smoke detectors
and light fittings.
18. MISCELLANEOUS WORK

TS-18.1. Structural Steel Work
18.1.1. Scope of Work
The work covered by this specification consists of supply, fabrication and

erection of structural steel components in accordance with the
specifications and the applicable drawings.
18.1.2. Materials
The structural steel shall be of standard sections as marked on the

drawings and shall be free of scale, blisters, laminations, cracked edges
and defects of any sort.
18.1.3. Workmanship
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All workmanship shall be of first class quality in every respect to the

greatest accuracy being observed to ensure that all parts will fit together
properly on erection.
i. All ends shall be cut true to planes. They must fit the abutting
surfaces closely.
ii. All stiffeners shall be fit tightly at both ends.
iii. All butt ends of compression member shall be in close contact through
the area of joints.
iv. The base connection shall be provided as shown on drawings and the
greatest accuracy of workmanship shall be ensured to provide the best
connections.
v. Figured dimensions on the drawings shall be taken.
vi. All the structural Steel members shall be sand blasted as per
approved procedure, before applying the priming coat and painting
with approved paint
18.1.4. Erection and Marking
Erection and fabrication shall be according to IS:800-1984 Section-11.

During erection, the work shall be securely braced and fastened
temporarily to provide safety for all erection stresses etc. No permanent
welding shall be done until proper alignment has been obtained.
Any part which do not fit accurately or which are not in accordance with
the drawings and specifications shall be liable to rejection and if rejected,
shall be at once made good.
Engineer shall have full liberty at all reasonable times to enter the
contractors premises for the purpose of inspecting the work and no work
shall be taken down, painted or despatched until it has been inspected
and passed. The contractor shall supply free of charge all labour and
tools required for testing of work.
18.1.5. Shop Drawings
The shop drawings of structural steel based on drawings shall be

submitted to the Engineer. The necessary information for fabrication,
erection, painting of structures etc. must be furnished along with the
shop drawings.
TS-18.2. Rolling Shutters
18.2.1. General
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Rolling shutters shall be of best quality conforming to IS 6248 - 1979 and

obtained from approved make. These shall include necessary locking
arrangement and handles, fixing bolts, safety devices, anchoring rods etc.
These shall be suitable for fixing in position as specified i.e. outside or
below lintel or between jambs of the opening. The door shall be push and
pull type and also operated with chain crank as required. Electrically
operated rolling shutters shall be used wherever specified.
18.2.2. Galvanising
All M.S. materials including lath sections, clips, guides, lock plate, guide
channel, bracket plate, suspension shaft hood cover & other components
shall be hot dip galvanised with a zinc coating containing not less than
97.5% pure zinc. The weight of the zinc coating shall be not less than 750
mg/m2 both sides & the coating shall be free from flaking or peeling
conforming to IS:1477-1977 (Part I & II).
18.2.3. Shutters
The shutters shall consist of M.S. lath sections conforming to IS 513-

1986, 1.25 mm thick and 80 mm wide unless otherwise specified. The
laths shall be machine rolled and straightened with an effective bridge
depth of not less than 16 mm and shall be interlocked together
throughout their entire length and joined together at the end with end
locks by means of cast iron or galvanised mild steel clips conforming to IS
2108-1977 rivetted at either end which shall prevent lateral movement of
the individual lath sections. These shall be mounted on specifically
designed pipe shaft. Each lath section shall be a continuous single strip
piece without any joint.
18.2.4. Springs
The springs shall be, preferably of coiled type. The spring shall be
manufactured from high tensile spring steel wire conforming to grade 2 of
IS 4454-1981 or strip of adequate strength to balance the shutters in all
positions. The spring pipe shaft etc. shall be supported on strong mild
steel brackets.
18.2.5. Guide Channels
The guide channels shall be of mild steel deep channel section and of
rolled, pressed or built-up construction. The thickness of the sheet used
shall not be less than 3.15 mm. The minimum depth of guide channels
shall be 60 mm for clear width of shutters upto 3.5 m and 75 mm for 3.5
m and above guide.
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A gap between the two legs of the guide channel shall be sufficient to
allow free movement of the curtain and at the same time close enough to
prevent rattling of the curtain due to wind.
Each guide channel shall be provided with a minimum of three fixing

cleats or supports for attachment to the walls or columns by means of
heavy-duty bolts or screws.
The guide channels shall be attached to jambs, in plumb either in the

overlapping or projecting torsion or embedded in grooves, depending on
method of fixing to the approval of the Engineer.
18.2.6. Fixing
Brackets shall be fixed on the lintel or under the lintel as shown with
metal fasteners, screws, bolts, etc. The shaft along with the spring shall
then be fixed to the brackets.
The shutters shall be laid on the ground and the side guide channels
shall be bound with it with ropes etc. The shutter shall then be placed in
position and top fixed with pipe shaft with bolts and nuts. The side guide
channels and the cover frame shall then be fixed to the walls through the
plate welded to the guides.
Fixing shall be done accurately in workmans like manner so that the

operation of the shutter is easy and smooth.
18.2.7. Grilled Curtain
Wherever specified rolling shutter shall be provided with grilled curtain

partly or fully as required.
19. SITE DEVELOPMENT WORK

TS-19.1. General
This work shall comprise of the necessary mass excavation and filling over
areas, laying and compaction of subgrade, surfacing, paving, parking areas,
planter walls, boundary walls, fencing etc. complete in all respects and
conforming with the specifications, drawings and instructions of Engineer.
TS-19.2. Excavation
Detailed specification as described in Section Earth work shall be applicable.
TS-19.3. Concrete Work
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Detailed specifications as described in Section Concrete work shall be

applicable.
TS-19.4. Reinforced Work

Detailed Specifications as described in Section Concrete work shall be
applicable.
TS-19.5. Brick Work

Detailed specifications as described in Section Brick work shall be applicable.
20. CARPENTY AND JOINERY
TS-20.1. General :
20.1.1. Scope :
All woodwork of this contract shall be covered under these

specifications. For furniture work separate specifications shall apply.
20.1.2. Quality :
All timber for carpentry and joinery work shall be well seasoned and
sound bright and free from shakes. Large loose or dead-knots, wavy
edges, warp, incipient decay, stained sapwood or other defects shall not
exist more than what is present in the sample approved by the Architect
/ Engineer/Employer.
20.1.3. Samples :
Samples of sufficient size for all wood to be used in the work shall be
submitted to the Architect / Engineer/Employer for approval and only
after specific approval in writing has been obtained, order shall be
placed for the bulk quantity. The approved samples shall be kept at site
for record until completion of the work.
20.1.4. Stacking & Protection :
All materials and components shall be stacked on suitable bearers clear

of the ground and protected from weather until they are fixed in
position. If necessary, provision shall be made for temporary covering or
otherwise protecting materials and components after they are well fixed
in position.
20.1.5. Sizes :
Unless otherwise required, timber for carpentary, shall be clean sawn on

all faces & edges and all sizes shown on the drawings shall hold full
dimensions unless otherwise stated.
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20.1.6. Finishing :
All completed works shall be delivered fully finished in neat and clean
condition without any stains, marks, defects etc., and shall meet with
the approval of the Architect / Engineer. Unless otherwise stipulated all
work shall include priming, protective and fire retardant treatments and
finishing as required.
20.1.7. Preservative :
All wood/plywood etc. shall have an approved wood preservative and

anti-termite treatment. All treatment shall normally be carried out after
all cutting, boring and shaping is complete. If cutting, boring and
shaping after treatment is unavoidable, a liberal coating of the same or a
compatible preservative solution shall be given to the cut surfaces.
20.1.8. Workmanship :
Timber be wrought or moulded on all faces to dimensions shown or

required. Unless otherwise required, be sand paper rounded. All
mouldings shall be accurately machined to the profiles required and
shall be worked on solid. Timber to have clear finish, shall be selected
for grain and colour to avoid excessive contrast between adjacent pieces
and shall be fine sand papered. Precaution shall be taken as far as
possible to minimize the effect of moisture movement be sealing the
ends and concealed faces of timber and the edges and the faces of the
sheet materials and assembling with slotted fixing to minimize
distortion.
All joints not specifically shown shall be of the recognized and accepted
form for their location and purpose to the approval of the Architect /
Engineer. All joints shall be put together with a suitable adhesive or
filler. All exposed joints shall be concealed to prevent ingress of water.
All nails, springs or pins etc., shall be punched below the surface and
stopped with putty in the case of joinery which are to be painted and
with suitable hard stopping in all other cases.
20.1.9. Adhesive & Fillers :
Adhesive and fillers shall be of approved make and type suited to the
work. Surfaces to be coated with adhesive or fillers shall be cleaned free
of foreign materials, oil or other contamination and shall be freshly cut
except in case of plywood, hardwood, etc., they should not be sand
papered. All adhesive shall be stored and fixed in steel containers and in
all aspects of the work, the manufacturers printed instructions shall be
strictly followed. For all glued joints adequate pressure shall be applied
to ensure intimate contact of the meeting faces and the pressure must
be maintained until the adhesive has set. Organic glues and casein
adhesive may be permitted in internal joinery where the joints is not
load bearing and all other cases, synthetic resin or PVA shall be used. If
mechanically secured joints are put together with a filler, it shall be with
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a white lead paste or suitably formulated mastic to the approval of the

Architect / Engineer.
Bent work shall be steamed and bent, laminated or otherwise

constructed to suit the specific requirement to the satisfaction of the
Architect / Engineer. Circular work shall be built-up of appropriate
number of pieces put together glued. Where so required, surfaces shall
be covered with wood or other decorative veneers as required.
Unless otherwise agreed panels shall have suitably compensating veneer

on all unexposed surfaces. At the time of veneering, the moisture
content of the core and veneer shall be within 2 percent of the
equilibrium moisture content appropriate to the environment and shall
be compatible with the recommendations of the adhesive manufacturer.
All skirting, plates and other work as required shall be accurately
scribed to fit the contours of the surfaces against which they abut.
TS-20.2. Carpentry :
All joints shall be of a kind suitable to support the loads and stresses to which
they are subjected and must be designed and executed to the satisfaction of
the Architect / Engineer. Joints, if any, in length of members shall be over
supports. All joints shall be carefully formed and tightly fitted with all meeting
surfaces in a close contact throughout. Except in case of joints assembled
with weather shall be primed with a thick paint or with a suitable mastic.
Unless otherwise required, joints shall be secured with sufficient number of
nails of suitable size and type.
All solid structural timbers shall be in one unjointed length between supports,
unless otherwise specifically required or approved by the Architect / Engineer.
Housing and tenor shall be carefully and accurately executed to ensure
adequate strength of members.
Wire nails shall be of the greatest diameter practicable. Screws shall be of the
length, gauge and type to engage all pieces being fixed and give a pointside
pentration of not less than 7 times of the diameter and thickness fitted under
its head. Coach screw shall be screwed home by a spanner for their full length.
Bolts shall be of the required length and diameter with washer of suitable
thickness and diameter, fitted under its head. Holes shall be accurately
positioned and bored to ensure that they correspond in finished wall.
Timber connector members shall be bored for bolts in accordance with the
requirements. Tooth cut plate connector shall be carefully embedded in the
timber by approved method. Framing anchor shall be filled or screwed as
required. The timber surfaces shall be flat and in correct plain to receive the
anchors.
TS-20.3. Joinery
20.3.1. Description of Works :
Joinery shall be constructed as required with all necessary mortising,

tenoning, grooving, tonguing, rebating or other labour necessary for due
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execution and to the satisfaction of the Architect / Engineer. The

contractor shall provide all metal work, screws, nails or other fixings
that may be required for the due execution of the works.
20.3.2. Built in Joinery :
Where joinery is required to be built in, the Contractor shall be

responsible for setting in position, plumbing, leveling, bracing and
temporary propping to prevent its displacements during subsequent
operations. He shall provide and fix to the joinery holdfast, anchors or
other fixings required by the Architect / Engineer, protection pieces
shall be fixed to the edges and surfaces likely to damaged during the
construction process and these shall be removed and the work made
good on completion. Built-in joinery shall not be used for temporary
support for other parts of the work or the structure. Sufficient clearance
shall be provided around all units to ensure that deflections, if any, of
the surrounding structure will not impose load on the unit. Any bedding
or point for such clearance with resilient material shall be included for
where joinery is to be provided in preparing openings, the Contractor
shall be responsible for providing such drawings, templates or
requirements as are necessary to ensure that the openings are formed
and located correctly. The Contractor shall also supply for fixing or
building any of the openings, all necessary holdfasts, anchors or other
fixings.
Joinery is to be prepared immediately after the placing of the contact

framed up, bonded and wedged up. Any portions that are wrapped or
found with other defects are to be replacing before wedging up. The
whole of the work is to be framed and finished in a proper workman like
manner in accordance with the detailed drawings, wrought and
whenever required fitted with all necessary metal ties, straps, belts,
screws, glue etc. running beaded joints are to be cross tongued.
Jointers work generally to be finished with fine sand/ glass paper.
All joints will be standard mortise and tenon, dowel, dovetail, and cross
halved. Nailed or glued butt joints will not be permitted. Screws, nail
etc. will be stated, from wire of oxidized Nettle Fold make unless
specified where mortise and tenon joints are used, tenons should fit the
mortises exactly.
Nailed or glued butt joints will not be permitted, expect in exceptional

cases with approval of Architect/ Engineer.
Where screws shown on a finished surface, these will be sunk and the
hole plugged with wood plug of the same wood and grains of the finished
surfaces unless detail otherwise. Nail on finished surface will be neatly
punched and the hole filled with wood filler to match the colour.
Should joints in joiners work open, or other defects arise with in the
period stated for defect liability in the contract and cause thereof be
deemed by the Engineer/ Architects to be due to such defective joinery
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shall be taken down, and refilled, redecorated and/ or replaced if

necessary and any work distributed shall be made good at the
Contractors expense.
sample. Brass headed nails are to comply with B.S. 1210. Wire staples
shall comply with B.S. 1994 or equivalent.
The contact surface of dowel, tenons, wedges etc shall be glued with an
approved adhesive.
Where glued joinery and carpentry work is likely to come into contact
with moisture, the glue shall be waterproof.
All dovetail joints shall be further strengthened with M.S. cleats for
Cabinate furniture like tables, storage units etc.
20.3.3. Fixed Grounds :
Where fixed grounds are specified, the Contractor shall be responsible

for clearly fixing it in correct position and true to line & level before the
joinery is fixed over it.
TS-20.4. Plywood and Block Board :
All plywood shall be of approved manufacturers and shall comply with I.S. 303.
Unless otherwise so specified all plywood shall be of marine / BWP grade.
Block board shall comply with I.S. 1659.
21. IRONMONGERY
TS-21.1. Approved make
This section shall cover all iron mongery, latches, locks, door closers, handles,
face plates and other fittings and fixtures, etc. used in doors and windows and
all furniture items. All iron monery shall be of manufacturer as noted or of
equal approved specifications and standard.
All finish hardware shall be well made, reasonably smooth and free from sharp
edges and corners flaws and other defects and shall be as per relevant Indian
Standard Code. Unless otherwise required, all finish hardware shall be
polished brass.
All hardware shall be of approved make and shall be specifically got approved
by the Architect before ordering. No fittings and fixtures shall be fixed before
all major work is over. While fixing correct handling of fixtures shall be
ensured.
All finish hardware shall be fixed by skilled carpenters experienced in this

work. Work shall be done as per manufacturers printed instructions and to the
satisfaction of the Architect.
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All hardware fixed to respective location shall be adequately protected from

damage and splashes of mortars and paints by covering suitable with Jute
Cloths/ Black PVC sheets till handing over of the work to the Engineer to his
satisfaction. The finished hardware shall be absolutely clean without any
foreign materials and fully showing the original finish in its best condition.
TS-21.2. Approval
All ironmongery shall be specifically approved by the Architect / Engineer

before fixing. No fitting and fixtures shall be fixed before all major works are
over. While ordering from manufacturer proper handing (left/right) of fixtures
shall be ensured. All aluminium ironmongery where allowed shall have a
specifically heavy anodic coating of not less than 25 + 2 microns. Sample board
of ironmongery shall be prepared and submitted by the Contractor and got
approved from Architect / Engineer before fixing at no extra charge.
TS-21.3. Fixing
All ironmongery shall be fixed by skilled workers experienced in the trade. The
work shall be done as per best trade practices and to the satisfaction of the
Architect / Engineer. These shall be kept protected by covering with plastic
sheets until the time of handing over.
22. HARDWARE AND METALS

TS-22.1.
The hardware throughout shall be of approved manufacturer or supplier well
made and equal to I every respect to the samples deposited with the
Architects/Engineer. The contractor may be required to produce and provide
samples from many different sources before the Engineer/ Architects take
decision and nothing extra shall be paid for this.
TS-22.2.
Fitting generally shall be brass oxidized, unless otherwise specified and shall be
suitable for their intended purpose. In any case, it will have to approved by the
Engineer/ Architect before the contractor procures it at the site of work.
TS-22.3.
Screws are to match the finish of the article to be fixed, and to be rounds or flat
headed or counter sunk as required.
TS-22.4.
The contractor should cover up and protect the metal surface such as brass,
bronze SS etc. with a thick grease or other suitable protective material, renew as
necessary and subsequently clean off and clear away on completion.
TS-22.5.
Aluminum and stainless steel shall be of approved manufacture and suitable
for its particular application. Generally the surface of aluminum shall have an
anodized finish and both shall comply with the samples approved by the
Engineer/ Architect. All stainless steel sheet shall be 316 S. S Japan or
equivalent with gauge as specified but not thinner than 16 G.
TS-22.6.
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All steel, brass, bronze, aluminum and stainless steel articles shall be
subjected to a reasonable test for strength, if so required by the Engineer/
Architects at the contractors expense.
TS-22.7.
All brazing and welds are to be executed in a clean and smooth manner
rubbed down and left in the flattest and tidiest way, particularly where
exposed.
TS-22.8.
Chromium plating shall be in accordance with I.S. standard or as per
approved specifications for normal outdoor conditions and shall be on a base
material of copper or brass.
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23. LIST OF APPROVED MAKES / AGENCIES
TS-23.1. Civil Work

1. PORTLAND CEMENT 43 GRADE ACC / ULTRA TECH / GUJARAT
AMBUJA
2. REINFORCEMENT STEEL TATA / SAIL / GOA ISPAT /
RASHTRIYA ISPAT NIGAM LTD.
3. WHITE CEMENT JK / BIRLA
4. ANTI-TERMITE TREATMENT PEST CONTROL INDIA LTD /
EXPRESS PESTICIDES CORP. / ELITE
CORP.
5. CONCRETE ADDITIVE / WATERPROOFING CICO TECHNOLOGY LTD. /

COMPOUND FOSROC / STP / KRISHNA
i. CHEMICAL / MAXROTH/ DR.
ii. FIXIT/ SUNANDA
6. CHEMICAL ADHESIVES FOR TILE FIXING FOSROC / MAXROTH/BAL
7. BITUMINOUS FIBRE BOARD SHALIMAR / TIKITAR
8. FLUSH DOORS ANCHOR / KITPLY / CENTURY

/SHREEJI
9. FIRE CHECK WOOD / STEEL DOORS SUKRI / PROMAT / NAVAIR
10.LAMINATES FORMICA / DECOLAM / GREENLAM /

MERINO / NATIONAL / ROYAL TOUCH
11.VITRIFIED TILES JOHNSON / BELL / REGENCY /

NITCO / KAJARIA
12.CERAMIC TILES JOHNSON / NITCO / BELL /
REGENCY / KAJARIA / SOMANY
13.RECTIFIED CERAMIC TILES JOHNSON / EURO / ORIENT

14.ADHESIVE FOR WOOD WORK DUNLOP / FEVICOL / VAMICOL /
PIDILITE
15.SILICON / POLY EUROTHEN SEALANT FOSROC / G.E. SILICONES / STP /

CHOKSEY / SIKA / CICO-TL/ DOW
CORNING
16.ALUMINIUM DOORS& WINDOWS INNOVATOR / AJIT INDIA /ALUMILITE

/ MCKOY PROB
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17.GLASS (FLOAT) MODI GUARD / ASAHI FLOAT / SAINT

GOBAIN
18.ALUMINIUM EXTRUSION HINDALCO / JINDAL / INDAL
19.EXPANSION ANCHOR / FASTENER HILTI / FISCHER
20.CHEMICAL GROUTING HILTI / FISCHER
21.EPDM GASKETS AMEE OR EQUIVALENT APPROVED
22.PAINT BERGER / ASIAN PAINTS /

NEROLAC/ DULUX
23.FIRE RESISTANT PAINT NAVAIR (VIPER) / SIGNUM
24.FLOOR SPRING DORMA / HAFELE / GEZE
25.DOORS / WINDOW FITTINGS AND NEKKI / MAX / DUMEN / DORMA

26.FIXTURES / EARL BIHARI
27.S.S. PATCH FITTINGS DORMA / GIESSE / CASMA
28.METAL ROOFING TATA BLUE SCOPE / MCOY PROP /

LLOYD / VIJAY NATH /TIGER STEEL
29. STEEL COUPLING ECOFIX OR EQUIVALENT
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24. PLUMBING WORKS
TS-24.1. Water Supply

24.1.1. System
The water supply system proposed is from existing overhead water

storage tank constructed at the phase I building of the Service Block.
The water supply will be made from 50mm Dia. Heavy G.I. pipe looping
to be provided at terrace level. All down take vertical G.I. piping will be
telescopic system of medium class and fittings conforming to IS: 1239.
The sizes and makes are specified in the Bill of Quantities and as per
M.C.G.Ms requirements.
Inside the building, galvanized iron pipes and fittings shall be open or
embedded in the wall, chase or run on the floor / ceiling or through
shafts unless otherwise specified. No unsightly exposed runs shall be
permitted. Outside the building the piping shall be installed at least 1m
below the finished ground level. The covered or concealed piping will be
provided with suitable means of protection and will be out of heavy class
pipes whereas the open piping will be medium class since it is expected
that periodically these pipe lines will be painted during regular
maintenance operation.
TS-24.2. Piping Material

24.2.1. Galvanized Iron Pipes
The pipes shall be galvanized mild steel welded (ERW) or (HFW) screwed
and socketted conforming to the requirements of IS: 1239. The
Galvanizing shall conform to IS:4736. The zinc coating shall be uniform,
adherent, reasonably smooth and free from imperfections such as flux,
ash and drops inclusions, bare patches, black spots, pimples,
lumpiness, runs, rust strains, bulky white deposits and blisters. The
pipes and sockets shall be cleanly finished, well galvanized in and out
and free from cracks, surface flaws, laminations and other defects. All
screw threads shall be clean and well cut. The ends shall be cut cleanly
and square with the axis of the pipe.
The fittings shall be malleable cast iron as per IS: 1879 and comply with
all the requirements that of pipes. The sizes of pipes and fitting are
specified in the Bill of Quantities and as per M.C.G.M. requirements..
24.2.2. Valves & Controls
All valves (gate, butterfly, check, etc.) shall be of gunmetal, non-rising

spindle, suitable for the particular service as called for. All valves shall
be of the particular duty and design as called for in the tender and as
per M.C.G.M. requirements. Valves shall either be of screwed type or
flanged type, with matching thickness accompanying flanges and non-
corrosive bolts and gaskets of thickness 3mm. Tail pieces as required
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shall be supplied along with valves. Gate, butterfly and check valves
shall conform to Indian Standard IS: 778 and non-return valves and
swing check type reflux to IS:5312.
Sluice valves, where called for shall be flanged sluice valves of cast iron
body. The spindle, wall seat and wedge nuts shall be gunmetal. They
shall generally have non-rising spindle and shall be of the particular
duty and design called for. The valves shall be supplied with suitable
flanges, non-corrosive bolts and asbestos fiber gaskets of thickness
3mm. Sluice valves shall conform to Indian standard IS:780 and
IS:2906.
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Type of valve Size Contraction Ends.
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a) G. M. Valve 15mm to 65mm Gun metal Screwed.
b) Butterfly valve 80mm and above Cast iron Flanged.
c) G.M. Non Return 15mm to 65mm Gun metal Screwed

Valve
d) Flap type 80mm and above Cast iron Flanged.

Non return above
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24.2.3. Ferrules
The ferrules for connection with C.I. main shall generally conform to
IS:2692. It shall be of non-ferrous materials with a C.I. bell mouth cover
and shall be of nominal bore as specified. The ferrule shall be fitted with
a screw and plug or valve capable of completely shutting of the water
supply to the communication pipe, if and when required.
TS-24.3. Laying and Jointing of G.I Pipes
All pipes & fittings shall be fixed truly vertical and horizontal unless
unavoidable. The pipes shall be fixed to walls with standard slotted angles `U'
shape threaded bolts, nuts shall be of G.I. for clamping pipes to angles. MS
slotted angles shall be fabricated at site and shall be clamped to R.C.C. work
with dash fasteners so as to fit tightly on the pipes when tightened with
screwed bolts. These slotted angles shall be spaced at regular intervals in
straight lengths and heights at 1.8m C/C.
The galvanized pipes and fittings shall run in wall chase, shafts or ceiling or as
specified. The fixing shall be done by means of standard pattern holder bat
clamps keeping the pipes about 4 cm clear of the wall where to be laid on
surface. Where it is specified to conceal the pipes, chasing may be adopted or
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pipes fixed in the shafts, ducts etc. provided there is a sufficient space to work
on the pipes with the usual tools. As far as possible, pipes may be buried for
short distances provided adequate protection is given against damage and
where so required special care to be taken at joints. Where directed by the
Engineer, pipe sleeves shall be fixed at a place where the pipe is passing
through a wall or floor for reception of the pipe and allow freedom for
expansion and contraction and other movements. In case of pipe is embedded
in walls or floors, it should be painted with anticorrosive bitumastic paints of
approved quality. Under the floors, the pipes shall be laid in layer of sand
filling.
Galvanized iron pipes shall be jointed with threaded and socket joints, using
threaded fittings. Care shall be taken to remove any burr from the end of the
pipes after threading. White lead or an equivalent jointing compound of
proprietary make shall be used, according to the manufacturer's instructions,
with a grumet of a few strands of fine yarn while tightening compounds
containing red lead shall not be used because of the danger of contamination
of water. Any threads exposed after jointing shall be painted with bituminous
paint to prevent corrosion.
The joint shall be allowed to cool without disturbance.
TS-24.4. Piping Installation
Tender drawings indicate schematically the size and location of pipes. The
Contractor, on the award of the work, shall prepare detailed shop drawings,
showing the cross-section, longitudinal sections, details of fittings, locations of
isolating and control valves, drain and air valves, and all pipe supports. He
must keep in view the specific openings in buildings and other structures
through which pipes are designed to pass.
Piping shall be properly supported on, or suspended from, on stands, clamps,

hangers as specified and as required. The Contractor shall adequately design
all the brackets, saddles, anchor, clamps and hangers, and be responsible for
their structural stability.
Piping supports shall be steel, adjustable for the height and primer coated with
rust preventive paint and finish coated black. Where pipe and clamps are of
dissimilar materials, spacing b/w the supports shall not exceed the following:
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Pipe size Spacing between supports.
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Upto 12 mm 1.5 meter
15mm to 25 mm 2.0 meter
30mm to 50 mm 2.0 meter
Above 50mm 2.5 meter
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Vertical risers shall be parallel to walls and column lines and shall be straight
and in plumb. Risers passing from floor to floor shall be supported at each
floor by clamps or collars attached to pipe and with a 15 mm thick rubber pad
or any resilient material. Where pipes pass through the terrace floor, suitable
flashing shall be provided to prevent water leakage. Risers shall have a suitable
drain out in the valve at the lowest point and air vent at the highest point.
Pipe sleeves, 50 mm larger diameter than pipes, shall be provided wherever

pipes pass through walls and slabs at the time of casting and annular space
filled with fiberglass and finished with retainer rings as per the details in
approved shop drawings.
The G.I lines shall be cut to the required lengths at the position where the
stopcock are required to be fixed. Then end of the pipe shall be threaded. The
stopcock shall be fixed in a position by means of connecting pipes, G.I. jam
nut and socket etc. The stopcock shall be fixed near the inlet of the water
meter. The paper disc inserter in the ripples of the meter shall be removed.
And the meter is installed exactly horizontal or vertical in the flow line in the
direction shown by the arrow on the body of the meter. Care shall be taken
that the factory seal of the meter is not disturbed. Wherever the meter shall be
fixed to a newly fitted pipeline, the pipeline shall have to be completely washed
before fitting the meter.
TS-24.5. Insulation Over Chilled Drinking Water Pipes
All chilled water piping shall be insulated in the manner specified herein.
Before applying insulation, all pipe work and fittings shall be brushed and
cleaned, and dust, dirt, mortar and oil removed. All GI pipes shall be provided
with a coat of zinc chromate primer, followed by two coats of cold setting
adhesive compound. Thermal insulation shall then be applied as follows :
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Pipe size (mm) Thickness for expanded
polystyrene (T F Quality) mm
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10 to 40 25
50 to 100 40
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Premoulded pipe sections shall be placed over the pipes, the longitudinal and
transversal joints of these pipe sections shall be sealed with the adhesive
compound. The insulation shall be continuous over the entire run of piping,
fittings and valves.
Insulation shall be applied only after the piping system has been satisfactorily
tested for leaks at 1.5 times the working pressure or at minimum 15 kg/sq.cm.
test pressure. All insulated pipes shall be covered with two layers of 400 gauge
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polythene sheet to act as vapour barrier. PVC straps at 400 mm centre shall be
used to hold insulation and vapour barrier together. Insulation shall be
covered with 26 gauge aluminium sheet cladding as per Bill of Quantities and
finished in neat & clean manner so as to achieve true surface. All longitudinal
and transverse joints in the outer cladding shall have a minimum overlap of 50
mm duly beaded and grooved and shall be sealed with elastomeric metal
sealant 95-44 of Benjamin Foster USA, or approved imported equivalent. Use
of screws for fastening may puncture vapour barrier hence GI bands 0.50mm
thick x 25 mm wide shall be provided at every 500 mm to retain cladding in
position.
All insulation work shall be carried out by skilled workmen specially trained in
this kind of work. All insulated clad pipes shall be labelled (S, R or RR) and
provided with 300 mm wide band of paint along the circumference at every
1200 mm distance for color-coding. Direction of fluid shall also be marked. Un-
insulated GI pipes shall be painted throughout and direction of fluid marked.
All painting shall be as per relevant BIS codes.
TS-24.6. Disinfection of piping system and Storage Tanks

Before commissioning the water supply system, the contractor shall arrange to
disinfect the entire system as described in the succeeding paragraph.
The water storage tanks and pipes shall first be filled with water and
thoroughly flushed out. The storage tanks shall be filled with water again and
disinfecting chemical containing chlorine shall be added gradually while tanks
are being filled to ensure thorough mixing. Sufficient chemical shall be used to
give water a dose of 50 parts of chlorine to one million parts of water. If
ordinary bleaching powder is used, the proportions will be 150 gms of powder
to 1000 liters of water. The powder shall be mixed with water in the storage
tank. If a proprietary brand of chemical is used, the proportions shall be as
specified by the makers. When the storage tank is full, the supply shall be
stopped and all the taps on the distributing pipes are opened successively.
Each tap shall be closed when the water discharged begins to smell of chlorine.
The storage tank shall then be filled up with water from supply pipe and added
with more disinfecting chemical in the recommended proportions. The storage
tank and pipe shall then remain charged at least for three hours. Finally the
tank and pipes shall be thoroughly flushed out before any water is used for
domestic purpose.
TS-24.7. Protection Against Corrosion
All embedded piping material and accessories shall be suitably protected

against corrosion. All embedded GI pipes shall be wrapped throughout with 2
layers of 400 micron Polythene sheet with two coats of bitumen paint. Where
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G.I pipes are laid under floors, trenches etc shall be encased with 100 mm
Thick River sand all round in additions to the protective coating as stated
above.
TS-24.8. Shifting of Excavated Surplus Material

Contractor shall make his own arrangement to shift the surplus excavated
material outside the site limits to statutory approved dumping grounds as
directed by Engineer at no extra cost.
TS-24.9. Testing
All water supply system shall be tested against the hydrostatic pressure of at
least two and half time the maximum pressure but not less than 15Kg/Sq Cm.
for a period of not less than 24 hours. All leaks and defects in joints revealed
during the testing shall be rectified and got approved at site.
Piping required subsequent to the above pressure test shall be retested in the
same manner.
System may be tested in sections and such sections shall be entirely retested
on completion.
The Contractor shall make sure that proper noiseless circulation of fluid is
achieved through the entire piping network of the system concerned. In case of
improper circulation, the contractor shall rectify the defective connections. He
shall bear all expenses for carrying out the above rectifications including the
tearing up and refinishing of floors and walls as required.
TS-24.10. Measurement for Piping
Unless specified otherwise, measurement for piping for the project shall be on
the basis of centre line measurements described herewith.
Piping shall be measured in units of length along the centre line of installed
pipes including all pipe fittings, flanges (with gaskets, nuts, and bolts for
jointing), unions, bends, elbows, tees, concentric and / or eccentric reducers,
inspection pieces, expansion loops etc. The above accessories shall be
measured as part of piping length along the centre line of installed pipes, and
no special multiples of pipe lengths for accessories shall be permitted.
The quoted rates for centre line linear measurements of piping shall include all
wastage allowances, pipe supports including hangers, channel, supports, nuts,
check nuts, vibration isolator suspension where specified or required, and any
other item required to complete the piping installation as per the
Specifications. None of these items will be separately measured nor paid for.
However, all valves (gate / globe / check / balancing / purge / butterfly /

drain etc), strainers, thermometers, pressure gauges shall be separately
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counted and paid as per their individual unit rates, which shall also include
their insulation as per Specifications. Piping measurements shall be taken
before application of the insulation.
25. INTERNAL DRAINAGE (SOIL, WASTE & VENT PIPES)

TS-25.1. Basic Piping System
Soil, waste and vent pipe in shafts, ducts and in concealed areas i.e. false
ceilings etc. shall consist of cast iron pipes & fittings as called for. In general,
wastes and vents smaller than 50mm Dia. shall be of heavy class Rigid PVC.
The soil pipes shall be circular with a minimum diameter of 100mm. Pipes
shall be fixed by means of stout GI clamps in two sections, bolted together,
built into the walls, wedged and neatly jointed as directed and approved by the
Engineer. All bends, branches, swan neck and other parts shall conform to the
requirement and standards as described for the pipes. Pipes shall be rested
against the walls on suitable wooden cradles. Local authority regulations
applicable to the installations shall be strictly followed.
Where indicated, the soil pipes shall be continued upwards without any
diminution in its diameter, without any bend or angle to the height shown in
the drawings. Joints throughout shall be made with molten lead as described
under jointing of cast iron pipes. Soil pipes shall be painted as provided under
`painting'. The soil pipes shall be covered on top with cast iron terminal outlets
as directed and approved. All vertical soil pipes shall be firmly fixed to the
walls with properly fixed clamps, and shall as far as possible is kept 50mm
clear of wall. Waste pipes and fittings shall be of heavy class Rigid PVC. Pipes
shall be fixed, jointed and painted as described in installation of soil, waste &
vent pipes.
Every waste pipe shall discharge above the grating of properly trapped gully.
The contractor will ensure that this requirement is adequately met with.
Wherever floor traps are provided, it shall be ensured that at least one wash is
connected to such floor traps to avoid drying of water seal in the trap. Anti-
syphon vent pipes / relief vent pipes where called for shall be of cast iron pipes
as specified. The pipes shall be of the diameter as per Boq And as directed by
the engineer in charge.
All traps on branch soil and waste pipes shall also be ventilated at a point not
less than 75 mm or more than 300 mm from their highest part and on the side
nearest to the soil pipe or waste pipes.
All the fittings used for connections between soil, waste and ventilation pipes
and branch pipes shall be made by using pipe fittings with inspection doors for
cleaning. The doors shall be provided with 3mm thick rubber insertion packing
and when closed and bolted shall be air and watertight.
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Where soil, waste and ventilating pipes are accommodated in shafts, ducts,
and adequate access to cleaning eyes shall be provided.
TS-25.2. Piping Materials

25.2.1. Cast Iron Pipes
Cast iron pipes and fittings shall be of good and tough quality and dark
grey on fracture. The pipes and fittings shall be true to shape, smooth
and cylindrical, their inner and outer surface being as nearly as
practicable concentric. They shall be sound and nicely cast, shall be free
from cracks, taps, pinholes and other manufacturing defects.
The pipes and fittings shall conform to IS: 3989. Fittings shall be of
required degree with or without access door. All access doors shall be
made up with 3 mm thick insertion rubber gasket of white lead and
tightly bolted to make the fittings air and watertight. The fittings shall
be of the same manufacture as the pipes used for soil and waste.
All HCI pipes & fittings shall bear the manufacturer's name and ISI
specification to which it conforms.
All pipes and fittings shall be coated internally and externally with the
same material at the factory, the fittings being preheated prior to total
immersion in a bath containing a uniformly heated composition having
a tar / other suitable base. The coating material shall have good
adherence and shall not scale off. The coating shall be smooth and
tenacious and hard enough not to flow when exposed to a temperature
of 77 degree C but not so brittle at a temperature of '0' degree C as to
chip off when scratched lightly with a pen knife.
All pipes and fittings before installation at site shall be tested

hydrostatically to a pressure of 0.4 Kg/sq. cm without showing any sign
of leakage, sweating or other defects of any kind. The pressure shall be
applied internally and shall be maintained for not less than 30 seconds.
All these tests shall be carried out in the presence of the representative
of the Engineers. Alternatively a test certificate from manufacturers be
obtained before despatch of material to site.
25.2.2. Cast Iron Specialities

Cast iron speciality items such as deep seal floor traps, urinal traps,
trap integral pieces with integral inlet / outlet connections, manhole
cover with frame, chamber cover etc. shall be fabricated to suit
individual location requirements. The contractor shall arrange the
fabrication of these items from an approved source. All traps shall have
minimum 6cm deep seal shall be supplied with cast iron caps and collar
capable of receiving a screwed grating.
TS-25.3. Installation of Soil, Waste & Vent Pipes
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Soil, waste & vent pipes in shafts under the floors shall consist of cast
iron pipes as described earlier. Waste pipes from bottle trap to
floor/urinal traps for wash basin, urinal and sink shall be of heavy class
GI pipes and fittings.
All Horizontal pipes running below the slab and along the ceiling shall
be fixed on structural adjustable clamps, sturdy hangers of the design
as called for in the drawings. The pipes shall be laid in uniform slope
and proper levels. All vertical pipes shall be truly vertical fixed by means
of stout clamps in two sections, bolted together, built into the walls,
wedged and neatly jointed. The branch pipes shall be connected to the
stack at the same angle as that of fittings. All connections between soil,
waste and ventilating pipes and branch pipes shall be made by using
pipe fittings with inspection doors for cleaning. Pipes shall be fixed in a
manner as to provide easy accessibility for repair and maintenance and
shall not cause obstruction in shafts. Where the horizontal run off the
pipe is long or where the pipes cross over building expansion joints etc.
suitable allowance shall be provided for any movements in the pipes by
means of expansion joint etc. such that any such movement does not
damage the installation in any way.
All cast iron pipes and fittings shall be jointed with best quality soft pig
lead free from all impurities.
Before jointing, the interior of the socket and exterior of the spigots shall
be thoroughly cleaned and dried. The spigot end shall be inserted into
the socket right upto the back of the socket and carefully centered by
two or three laps of threaded spun yarn, twisted into ropes of uniform
thickness, well caulked into the back of the socket. No piece of yarn
shall be shorter than the circumference of the pipe. The jointed pipeline
shall be at required levels and alignment. The reminder of the socket is
left for the lead caulking. Where the gasket has been tightly held, a
jointing ring shall be placed round the barrel against the face of the
socket. Molten pig lead shall be poured to fill the remainder of the
socket in one pouring. The lead then shall be solidly caulked with
suitable tools by hammering right round the joints to make up for the
shrinkage of the molten metal on cooling and preferably finish 3 mm
behind the socket face.
The depth of the lead joints for the cast iron pipes shall be 45 mm for
the pipes up to 100 mm Dia. Twenty percent variations shall be
permissible in accordance with IS: 3114.
The joint shall not be covered till the pipeline has been tested under
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pressure. Rest of pipe line shall be covered so as to prevent the

expansion and contraction due to variation in temperature.
TS-25.4. Inspection And Testing
Before the appliances are connected all opening of pipes shall be inspected and
tested. All opening of pipes shall be sealed with plugs and water test in small
sections of pipes shall be carried out to a static head of 1.5 meters.
The contractor shall give a smoke test to the drains and sewers at his own
expense and charges if directed by the Engineer.
After installation of all the appliances, discharge test shall be conducted

individually and collectively. Obstruction in any of the pipelines shall be traced
and whole system is examined for hydraulic performance, including the
retention of any adequate water seal in each trap. Any defect revealed by the
tests shall be made good and the tests are repeated until a satisfactory result
is obtained.
TS-25.5. Pipe Protection
Where pipes are embedded in floors, slabs, columns, beams etc., they shall be
given a protection by encasing them with 100 mm thick 1:3:6 cement concrete
all round the pipes and fittings as specified in Bill of Quantities and as directed
by engineer in charge.
26. EXTERNAL DRAINAGE & SEWAGE DISPOSAL

TS-26.1. General Scheme
The contractor shall install a drainage system to effectively collect; drain and
dispose all soil and waste water from various parts of the buildings,
appurtenances and equipment. The piping system shall finally terminate and
discharge into the Municipal sewer / Sewage treatment plant. The piping work
mainly consists of laying of Salt glazed stoneware pipes, reinforced cement
concrete pipes and cast iron soil pipes as called for. Unless otherwise stated or
permitted by Engineer, all piping shall be installed at depth at least 60 cm
below finished ground level. The disposal system shall include construction of
gully traps, manholes, intercepting chambers as indicated. The piping system
shall be vented suitably at the starting point of all branch drains, main drains,
the highest / lowest point of drain and at intervals as shown. All ventilating
arrangements shall be un obstructive and concealed. The work shall be
executed strictly in accordance with IS: 1742. The sewage system shall be
subject to smoke test for its soundness as directed by the Engineer. Wherever
the sewerage pipes run above water supply lines, same shall be completely
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encased in cement concrete 1:3:6 all round with the prior approval of the
Engineer.
TS-26.2. Piping Material

26.2.1. Stoneware Pipes
Stoneware pipes shall be perfectly salt glazed, sound, free from cracks,
deformities and imperfections in glazing. They shall be cylindrical,
straight and of standard nominal diameter, length and depth of socket.
They shall be made of hard burnt stoneware of dark grey colour and
thoroughly glazed and shall give a sharp clear note when struck with a
light hammer. The pipe shall conform to the requirements of Indian
Standards IS: 651 & the sizes and make specified in the Bill of
Quantities and as per M.C.G.M.s requirements.
26.2.2. Stoneware Gully Trap

Gully trap shall be stoneware as specified above. These shall be sound
and free from visible defects such as any type of crack. The glaze of the
traps shall be free from cracks. They shall give a sharp clear note when
struck with light hammer. There shall be no broken blisters. Each gully
trap shall have one CI grating of square size corresponding to the
dimensions of inlet of gully trap. It will also have a water tight CI cover
with frame inside dimensions 300 x 300 mm the cover weighing not less
than 4.5 kg and the frame not less than 2.7 kg. The grating cover and
frame shall be of good casting and shall have truly square machined
seating faces.
26.2.3. Cast Iron Pipes

Cast iron pipes and fittings shall conform to IS:3989 in the documents.
26.2.4. Cast Iron Manhole Cover and Frame
The Cast Iron Manhole Cover and Frame shall conform to IS: 1726 and
the grade and types have been specified in the Bill of Quantities. The
cover and frames shall be cleanly cast & they shall be free from air and
sand holes and from cold shuts. They shall be neatly dressed and
carefully trimmed. All castings shall be free from voids whether due to
shrinkage or other causes. Covers shall have a raised checkered design
on the top surface to provide an adequate non-slip grip.
The sizes of covers specified shall be taken as the clear internal

dimensions of the frame.
The covers and frames shall be coated with a black bituminous

composition. The coating shall be smooth and tenacious. It shall not
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flow when exposed to a temperature of 63 C and shall not brittle as to

chip off at a temperature of 0 C.
TS-26.3. Laying and Jointing of Pipes

26.3.1. General
All the material shall be new of best quality conforming to specifications

and subject to the approval of the Engineers. Drainage lines shall be
laid to the required gradients and profiles. All drainage work shall be
done in accordance with the local municipal by-laws.
Contractor shall obtain necessary approval and permission for the

drainage system from the municipal or any other competent authority.
Location of all manholes, catch basins etc. shall be confirmed by the
Engineers before the actual execution of work at site. All work shall be
executed as directed by the Engineers.
26.3.2. Alignment and Grade
The sewer and storm water drainage pipes shall be carefully laid to
levels and gradients shown in the plans and sections but subject to
modifications as shall be ordered by the Engineers from time to time to
meet the requirements of the works. Great care shall be taken to prevent
sand etc. from entering the pipes.
The pipes between two manholes shall be laid truly in straight lines
without vertical or horizontal undulations. The body of the pipes shall
rest on an even bed in the trench for its length and places shall be
excavated to receive collar for the purpose of jointing. No deviations from
the lines, depths of cuttings or gradients as called for on the drawings
shall be permitted without the written approval of the Engineer. All
pipes shall be laid atleast 60 cms below the finished ground level or as
called for on the drawings.
26.3.3. Setting out Trenches
The contractor shall set out all trenches, manholes, chambers and such
other works to true grades and alignments as called for. He shall provide
the necessary instruments for setting out and verification for the same.
All trenches shall be laid to true grade and in straight lines and as
shown on the drawings.
The trenches shall be laid to proper levels by the assistance of boning

rods and sight rails which shall be fixed at intervals not exceeding 10
meters or as directed by the Engineer.
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TS-26.4. Trench Excavation
The trenches for the pipes shall be excavated with bottoms formed to level and
gradients as shown on the drawings or as directed by the Engineer. In soft and
filled in ground, the Engineer may require the trenches to be excavated to a
greater depth than the shown on the drawings and to fill up such additional
excavation with concrete (1:4:8) consolidated to bring the excavation to the
required levels as shown on the drawings.
All excavations shall be properly protected where necessary by suitable

timbering, piling and sheeting as approved by the Engineer. All timbering and
sheeting when withdrawn shall be done gradually to avoid falls. All cavities
shall be adequately filled and consolidated. No blasting shall be allowed
without prior approval in writing from the Engineer. It shall be carried out
under thorough and competent supervision, with the written permission of the
appropriate authorities taking full precautions connected with the blasting
operations. All excavated earth shall be kept clear of the trenches to a distance
equal to 75 cms.
TS-26.5. Obstruction of Roads

The contractor shall not occupy or obstruct by his operation more than one
half of the width of any road or street and sufficient space shall then be left for
public and private transit. He shall remove the materials excavated and bring
them back again when the trench is required to be refilled. The contractor shall
obtain the consent of the Engineer in writing before closing any road to
vehicular traffic and the foot walks must be clear at all times.
TS-26.6. Protection of Pipes etc.

All pipes, water mains, cables etc. met in the course of excavation shall be
carefully protected and supported. Care shall be taken not to disturb the
cables, the removal of which shall be arranged by the contractor with the
written consent from the Owner.
TS-26.7. Trench Back Filling

Refilling of the trenches shall not be commenced until the length of pipes
therein has been tested and approved. All timbering which may be withdrawn
safely, shall be removed as filling proceeds. Where the pipes are unprotected by
concreted haunching, selected fine material shall be carefully hand-packed
around the lower half of the pipes so as to buttress them to the sides of the
trench.
The refilling shall then be continued to 150 mm over the top of the pipe using
selected fine hand packed material, watered and rammed on both sides of the
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pipes with a wooden hammer. The process of filling and tamping shall proceed
evenly in layers not exceeding 150 mm thickness, each layer being watered and
consolidated so as to maintain an equal pressure on both sides of the pipe line.
In gardens and fields the top solid and turf if any, shall be carefully replaced.
TS-26.8. Contractor to ensure Settlement and Damages
The contractor shall at his own costs and expenses, make good promptly
during the whole period for the works in hand if any settlement occurs in the
surfaces of roads, beams, footpaths, gardens, open spaces etc. in the public or
private areas caused by his trenches or by his other excavations and he shall
be liable for any accident caused thereby. He shall also, at his own expense
and charges, repair (and make good) any damage done to building and other
property. If in the opinion of the Engineers he fails to make good such works
with all practicable dispatch, the Engineer shall be at his liberty to get the
work done by other means and the expenses thereof shall be paid by the
contractor or deducted from any money that may be or become due to him or
recovered from him by any other manner according to the laws of land.
The contractor shall at his own costs and charges provide places for disposal of
all surplus materials not required to be used on the works. As each trench is
refilled, surplus soil shall be immediately removed, the surface shall be
properly restored and roadways and sides shall be left clear.
TS-26.9. Removal of water from Sewer, trench etc
The contractor shall at all times during the progress of work keep the
excavations free from water which shall be disposed by him in a manner as will
neither cause injury to the public health nor to the public or private property
nor to the work completed or in progress nor to the surface of any road or
streets, nor cause any interference with the use of the same by the public.
If any excavation is carried out at any point or points to a greater width of the
specified cross section of the sewer with its cover, the full width of the trench
shall be filled with concrete by the contractor at his own expense and charges
to the requirements of the Engineers.
TS-26.10. Route Markers
Markers indicating the particular service shall be provided along with the
routes of pipe trenches. Markers shall be of mild steel indicating the type of
service installed and the direction of flow painted on it. The markers shall be
set firmly in a concrete base and installed at all corner and turning points.
Over straight runs, markers shall be spaced centre to centre at 50 meter centre
(generally).
TS-26.11. Laying and Jointing of Cement Concrete pipes
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Cement concrete pipes shall be laid and jointed as described in IS:783. After
setting out the pipes, the collar shall be centered over the joint and a few skins
of spun yarn soaked in a neat cement wash shall be inserted in the groove at
the end of the pipe and two adjoining pipes butted against each other. After
setting out the pipes, the collar shall then be slipped over the joint, covering
equally both the pipes. Spun yarn soaked in neat cement wash shall be passed
round the pipes and inserted in the joint by means of caulking tools from the
ends of the collar. More skins of yarn shall be added and well rammed above.
Cement mortar with one part of cement and two parts of sand shall be slightly
moistened and must in no account be soft or sloppy and shall be carefully
inserted by hand into the joint and more cement mortar be added until the
space of the joint has been filled completely with tightly caulked mortar. The
joint shall be finished off neatly outside the collar on both sides at an angle of
45 degree, any surplus mortar projecting inside the joint is to be removed and
to guard against any such projection, sack or gunny bags shall be drawn past
each joint after completion. Cement mortar joint shall be cured for seven days.
TS-26.12. Fixing Of Stoneware Gully Trap

The excavation for gully traps shall be done true to dimensions and levels as
indicated on plans or as directed by the Engineer. The gully traps shall be fixed
on cement concrete foundation [wherever required] 65cm square and not less
than 10 cm thick. The mix for the concrete will be 1:4:8. The jointing of gully
outlet to the branch drain shall be done similar to the jointing of S.W. Pipes
described earlier. After fixing and testing gully and branch drain, a brick work
of specified class in cement mortar 1:5 shall be built with a half brick masonry
work round the gully trap from the top of the bed concrete upto ground level.
The space between the chamber and trap shall be filled in with cement
concrete 1:3:6. The upper portion of the chamber i.e. above the top level of the
trap shall be plastered inside the cement mortar 1:3 finish with a floating coat
of neat cement. The corners and bottom of the chamber shall be rounded off so
as to slope towards the grating.
CI cover with frame 300 x 300 mm (inside) shall then be fixed on the top of the
brick masonry with cement concrete 1:2:4 and rendered smooth. The finished
top cover shall be so as to prevent the surface water from entering the gully
trap.
TS-26.13. Construction of Manhole
Where manholes are to be constructed, the excavation, filling back and

ramming, disposal of surplus earth, preparation of bottom and sides etc. shall
be carried out as described earlier under trench excavation. Manhole shall be
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sized and depths as called for in the drawings and Bill of Quantities.
The manhole shall be normally constructed as per detail drawing having lean
mix concrete provided for leveling pores with 230mm thick BB masonry for
shade walls usually plastered smooth from inside and outside and top of
manhole provided with RCC slab as shown in the drawing along with cast iron
or fibre reinforced concrete manhole frame and cover as specified or directed
by Engineer in charge. The bottom of the chamber will be provided with lean
mix concrete for providing benching of suitable size and shape. The surface of
benching shall be finished smooth with neat cement. The cost of benching,
plaster and neat cement finishing shall deemed to have been included in the
quoted rate of the manhole. Manholes with left more than 900 mm shall be
provided with suitable size of cast iron rungs as indicated in the drawing and
as specified in the item. These rungs will be paid separately as per rates shown
in the Bill of Quantities.
Above the horizontal diameter, the sides of channel shall be extended vertically
to the same level as the crown of the outgoing pipe and the top edge shall be
suitably rounded off. The branch channels shall also be similarly constructed
with respect to the benching but at their junction with the main channel an
appropriate fall suitably rounded off in the direction of flow in the main
channel shall be given. Rungs of cast iron or mild steel of suitable dimensions
shall be provided in all manholes over 800 mm depth. These rungs shall be set
at 30 cms interval in two vertical runs at 380 mm apart horizontally. The top
rung shall be 450 mm below the manhole cover. Unless otherwise mentioned,
manholes shall be constructed to the requirements of Indian Standard IS:4111
(Part I). All manholes shall be constructed so as to be water tight under test.
All angles shall be rounded to a 75 mm radius with cement plaster 20 mm
thick. The benching at the side shall be carried out in such a manner so as to
provide no lodgment for any splashing in case of accidental flooding. Manhole
cover with frame shall be cast iron of an approved make. The covers and frame
shall generally be double seal as specified in the Bill of Quantities.
TS-26.14. Drop Connection

Drop connection shall be provided between branch sewer and main sewer in
the main sewer itself in steep ground when the difference in invert level of two
exceeds 45 cms of the required sizes. Drop connections from gully traps to
main sewer in rectangular shall be made inside the manholes and shall have
HCI special types door bend on to top and heel rest bend at bottom connected
by a HCI pipe. The pipe shall be supported by holder bat clamps at 180 cms
intervals with at least one clamp for each drop connection. All joints shall be
lead caulked joints 25 mm deep.
Drop connections from branch sewer to main sewer shall be made outside the
manhole wall with HCI / CI class LA pipe, connection, vertical pipe and bend
at the bottoms. The top of the tee shall be finished upto the surface level and
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provided with a CI hinges type frame & cover 30 cms x 30 cms. The connection
and tee upto the surface chamber of the tee.
Drop connection made from vertical stacks directly into manholes shall not be
considered as drop connections. They shall be paid for under the relevant soil
and waste pipes.
TS-26.15. Making Connections

Contractor shall connect the new sewer line to the existing manhole by cutting
the walls benching and restoring them to the original condition. A new channel
shall be cut in the benching of the existing manhole for the new connection.
Contractor shall remove all sewage & water if encountered in making the
connection without additional cost.
TS-26.16. Shifting of Excavated Surplus Material
Contractor shall make his own arrangement to shift the surplus excavated
material within the site limits as directed by Engineer.
TS-26.17. Testing
All lengths of the sewer and drain shall be carefully tested for water tightness
by means of water pressure maintained for not less than 30 minutes. Testing
shall be carried out from manhole to manhole. All pipes shall be subject to a
test pressure of 1.5 metre head of water. The test pressure will however, not
exceed 6 metres head at any point. The pipes shall be plugged preferably with
standard design plugs with rubber plugs on both sides, the upper end shall,
however, be connected to a pipe for filling with water and getting the required
head poured at one time permit.
Sewer lines shall be tested for straightness by:
1. Inserting a smooth ball 12mm less than the internal diameter of the
pipe. In the absence of obstructions such as yarn or mortar projecting at
the joints the ball should roll down the invert of the pipe and emerge at
the lower end.
2. Means of a mirror at one end and a lamp at the other end. If the pipe is
straight the full circle of light will be seen otherwise obstructions or
deviations will be apparent.
3. The contractor shall alternatively give a smoke test to the drain and
sewer at his own expense and charge, if directed by the Engineer.
4. A test register shall be maintained which shall be signed and dated by

contractor, Engineer and representative of consultants.
27. SANITARY FIXTURES & C. P. FITTINGS
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TS-27.1. Vitreous China Sanitary ware
All glazed Vitreous China Sanitary ware fixtures shall conform to Indian
Standard IS:2556. The details, make and type to be provided are given in the
Bill of Quantities. The Vitreous China Sanitary ware shall be of first quality
only. They shall be non-porous and fully vitreous, with all the visible portions
perfectly glazed and should absolutely be free from hairline cracks, pinholes
and local depressions. It shall be perfectly symmetrical, uniform, smooth and
curves. All sanitary fixtures and fittings shall be stored under covered roof and
handled carefully to prevent any damage.
TS-27.2. Chromium Plated Fittings
All Chromium plated fittings shall be of brass / copper, heavy chromium

plated, of the make and design approved by the Engineers / Engineer. The
fittings shall be cast fittings of screw type, machined and threaded properly for
fixing to the supply pipes.
The plating shall conform to Indian Standard IS: 482 (Electroplated coating of
nickel and chromium of copper and copper alloys).
The fittings shall be supplied complete with chromium plated matching

flanges, wall cover plates, nuts and extension pieces of required lengths.
Metallic washers where required shall also be of chromium plated brass. All
bib cocks and stop cocks shall conform to Indian Standard IS: 781. Brass
screw down pillar taps shall conform to IS: 1701 and all other fittings shall
match the supply fitting in construction and appearance. All fixing accessories
and screws shall be similar to fittings. All washers shall conform to Indian
Standard IS:4346.
All waste fittings (Waste, Chain, Overflow, Spreaders Caps etc.) shall be of
brass / copper heavy chromium plated of the make and design specified and
match the supply fittings. They shall conform to Indian standard IS: 2963.
Bottle traps (for wash basins, sinks, urinals etc) shall be deep seal (Min. 6 cm
seal) cast brass bottle traps, heavy chromium plated. All bottle traps shall be
provided with suitable cleaning eye, extension piece, flare nuts of all chromium
plated.
Wall flanges shall be provided on all walls, floors, columns etc. wherever
supply and disposal pipes pierce through them. These wall caps shall be or
chromium plated brass snugly fittings and the receiving pipes and shall be
large enough to cover the punctures properly.
TS-27.3. Installation of Sanitary Fixtures And Fittings

27.3.1. General Requirement
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The fixtures and fittings shall be provided with all such accessories as
are required to complete the item in satisfactory working conditions,
whether specifically mentioned or not in the Bill of Quantities,
Specifications & drawings.
The sanitary fixtures and fittings shall be installed at the correct

assigned position as directed by the Engineer & shall fully meet with
the aesthetic and symmetrical requirements as demanded by the
Engineer in charge..
All fixtures and accessories shall be fixed in accordance with a set

pattern matching the tiles or interior finish as per Engineer
requirements. Wherever necessary, the fittings shall be centered to
dimensions and pattern as called for.
Fixtures shall be installed by skilled workman with appropriate tools

according to the best trade practice. Manufacturer's instructions shall
be followed for the installation of fixtures. Fixtures in all toilets shall be
standard height mounting as called for on the drawings. Fixtures shall
be mounted rigid, plumb, and true to alignment.
27.3.2. Mock up and Trial Assembly
The installation of the sanitary fixtures and fittings shall be as

approved by the competent authority.
The contractor shall have to assemble atleast one set of each type of
sanitary fixtures & fittings in order to determine precisely the required
supply and disposal connections. Relevant instructions from
manufacturers shall be followed as applicable. This trial assembly shall
be developed to determine the location of puncture holes, holding
devices etc. which will be required for final installation of all sanitary
fixtures and fittings. The above assembly shall be subject to final
approval by the Engineer.
The fixtures in the trial assembly can be re-used for final installation
without any additional payments for fixing or dismantling of the
fixtures.
27.3.3. Supporting and Fixing Devices
The contractor shall provide all the necessary supporting and fixing
devices to install the sanitary fixtures and fittings securely in position.
The fixing devices shall be rigidly anchored into the building structure.
The devices shall be rust resistant and shall be so fixed that they do not
present an unsightly appearance in the final assembly. Where the
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location demands, the Engineer may instruct the contractor through the
Engineer to provide chromium plated or other similarly finished fixing
devices at no extra cost. In such circumstances the contractor shall
arrange to supply the fixing devices at no extra cost and these shall be
installed complete with appropriate anti-vibration pads, washers and
gaskets.
27.3.4. Final Installation
The contractor shall install all sanitary fixtures and fittings in their final
position in accordance with approved trial assemblies and as shown on
drawings. The installation shall be complete with all supply and waste
connections. The connection between building and piping system and
the sanitary fixtures shall be through proper unions and flanges to
facilitate removal / replacement of sanitary fixtures without disturbing
the built in piping system. All unions and flanges shall match in
appearance with other exposed fittings.
Fixtures shall be mounted rigid, plumb and to alignment. The outlets of

water closet pans and similar appliances shall be examined to ensure
that outlet ends are butting on the receiving pipes before making the
joints. It shall be ensured that the receiving pipes are clear of
obstruction. When fixtures are being mounted, attention shall be paid to
the possibility of movement and settlement by other causes. Overflows
shall be made to ensure that necessary anchoring devices have been
provided for supporting water closets, washbasins, sinks & other
appliances.
27.3.5. Protection against Damage
The Contractor shall take every precaution to protect all sanitary

fixtures against damage, misuse, cracking, staining, breakage and
pilferage by providing proper wrapping and locking arrangement till all
the completion of the installation. At the time of handing over, the
Contractor shall clean, disinfect and polish all the fixtures and fittings.
Any fixtures and fittings found damage, cracked chipped stained or
scratched shall be removed and new fixtures and fittings free from
defects shall be installed at no extra cost to complete the work.
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28. LIST OF APPROVED MAKES / AGENCIES

TS-28.1. Plumbing Works
1. SANITARY WARES HINDUSTAN / PARRYWARE /
CERA
2. W.C. SEAT COVERS COMMANDER / DIPLOMAT /

ADMIRAL / PARRYWARE
3. STAINLESS STEEL SINKS ORIENTAL / AMC / NIRALI
4. C.P. FITTINGS & ACCESSORIES AND FLUSH GEM / PARKO / JAQUAR /

VALVES RIVIERA / HINDWARE/PERK
5. C.P. WASTE, SPREADERS, URINAL ORIENT / GEM / PARKO /

JAQUAR /
6. SOIL WASTE & RAIN WATER PIPES AND

FITTINGS
A) CAST IRON PIPES (IS:3989) NECO / RIF/ ASP / CIAL
B) CENTRIFUGALLY CAST SPUN CAST IRON ELECTROSTEEL / KESORAM /

PIPES (IS:1536) KALAHASTHI
C) UPVC (SWR) PIPES & FITTINGS SUPREME / PRINCE / FINOLEX
7. RCC PIPES INDIAN HUME PIPE / PRATIBHA

/ PRANALI
8. G.I. PIPES TATA / JINDAL / ZENITH
9. G.I. FITTINGS KS / KIRTI/ APPROVED

EQUIVALENT MAKE
10. CPVC PIPES AND FITTINGS SUPREME / PRINCE /

FINOLEX/ASTRAL
11. GUN METAL VALVES (FULLWAY, CHECK AND LEADER / ZOLOTO / AUDCO /
GLOBE VALVES) SANT
12. C. I. VALVES (FULLWAY, CHECK AND GLOBE LEADER / KILBURN / C&R /

VALVES) ADVANCE
13. WATER METERS CAPSTAN / KRANTI / ANAND
14. BALL COCKS GPA / SANT / LEADER
15. C.I. MANHOLES, COVERS AND FRAMES B.C. / R.I.F./ NECO
16 BALL VALVES LEADER / RB / AUDCO
17 BUTTERFLY VALVE AUDCO / CASTEL / ADVANCE /

C&R
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TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS Tender no.

GENERAL SPECIFICATION FOR CIVIL WORKS

1.1.5. Any obstacles encountered during excavation shall be reported

TS-1.2. Site Levels:

TS-1.3. Support of Excavation:

TS-1.5. Excavation beyond Required Limit:

TS-1.7. Earthwork in Filling and Site Clearing:

TS-1.8. Soft Patches:

TS-1.9. Compaction Quality:

TS-1.10. Testing of Filling Layer:

i) The next layer of filling shall not be permitted to be deposited until

required compaction. The contractor shall inform the Engineer in

TS-1.11. Dressing & Finishing:

TS-1.12. Surface Excavation

TS-1.13. Setting Out and Making Profiles

directed by Engineer. It shall be the responsibility of the contractor to

TS-1.15. Planking and Strutting

TS-1.16. Close planking & Strutting

TS-1.17. Open Planking and Strutting

TS-1.18. Classification of Earth Work

1.18.2. Hard soil, murrum, boulders, weathered / soft rock:All decomposed

2. EARTH WORK IN FILLING / REFILLING

TS-2.1. Area Filling with Sand / Murum / Crushed Stone Aggregate

2.1.4. Filling with Sand / Murum

2.1.5. Hard Core Soling

Anti-termite treatment shall be as per ISI-6313 (Part II) with a

Chloropyriphos 20 EC which is to be used at 1% concentration

2.1.9. Pre-Construction Chemical Treatment

Treatment shall be done by the approved specialist Sub contractor /

a) At Column-Pits, Wall-Trenches and Basement Excavations

2.1.11. Safety Precautions

All chemicals used for anti-termite treatment are poisonous &

The containers shall be clearly labeled and shall be stored carefully so

Particular care shall be taken to prevent skin contact with

3. CONCRETE WORK & UNDER GROUND WATER PROOFING

Prior to start of delivery of materials required for cement concrete the

b) Quality Inspection Plan to ensure continuing quality control of

3.2.2. Plant and Equipment

The contractor shall submit the proposed programme, methods and

b) In case the source, brand or characteristic properties of the

c) The cement shall be supplied either packed in bags or in silos installed

d) All cement shall be fresh when delivered and at ambient atmospheric

a) Aggregates from natural sources shall be in accordance with IS: 383.

3.5.1. Fine Aggregates

3.5.2. Coarse Aggregate

a) The coarse aggregate shall be crushed stone conforming to IS: 383,

b) Coarse aggregate obtained from crushed or broken stone shall be

c) Except where it can be shown to the satisfaction of the Engineer

TS-3.7. Steel Reinforcement

Steel reinforcement shall be of Thermo Mechanically Treated (TMT) bar

TS-3.8. Admixtures and Additives

i. Chemical admixtures shall conform to IS 9103 & are not to be used

ii. The contractor shall further provide the following information

b) The chemical names of the main ingredients in the admixture.

c) The chloride ion content if any expressed as a percentage by weight of

d) Whether or not the admixture leads to entrapment of air when used in

v. The addition of calcium chloride to concrete containing embedded metal will

vii. Waterproofing admixtures shall comply with IS: 2645.

3.10.1. Storage of Cement

i. Cement shall be stored on a raised floor in dry, waterproof and well

iii. Cement stored during monsoons shall be completely enclosed in 700

iv. Cement of different types shall be stored in separate sheds or separate

viii. Cement which has so deteriorated in quality that it no longer conforms