WORK PROCEDURE

PROJECT: PROJECT NAME Ref No. CONC/01

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SECTION: DATE OF ISSUE:
CONCRETING Dec. 2012
SUBJECT: BY:
QA/QC ENGINEER
CONTROL OF FORMWORK APPROVED BY:
QEHS MANAGER
ACTION VERIFY

1. SCOPE

This procedure applies to the installation of formwork and the

controls required during assembly, erection and final positioning
of formwork used in Structural concrete operations.

2. PROCEDURE Project Contract

Engineer Specs.
.1 All formwork activities will be carried out in accordance with the
specification.

.2 After studying the structural drawings, the Project Engineer will Project Shop
plan for sizes, numbers and type of formwork to be used in Engineer Drawings
consultation with the Structural Engineer, if required. Depending
upon the programme, the number of repetitions will be decided.

External designers may be used for specific systems.

.3 Availability of formwork will be checked with the Procurement

Manager and decision will be taken to buy, hire or reuse Project Formwork
formwork material. Director/ Shop
Manager/R drawings
esources
.4 During fabrication of formwork shutters, all dimensions shall be Manager
cross-checked with a view to avoiding corrective action during General
erection. Foreman

.5 Paint reference numbers on all panels to ensure their use in Gen.

correct positions. Foreman

.6 Ensure that the props, shores, waling, bearers, clamps and tie
rods are the right size and at the correct spacings. The
Gen.
Formwork designer shall check the falsework system with Foreman/
respect to load imposed on it and design parameters as laid Designer
down in the specification.

.7 Check that the falsework is securely braced and is on a firm

Gen.
foundation. Foreman
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.8 Forms fastened to previously cast concrete must be tightly fixed Gen.

to prevent grout loss. Cellular foam plastic strips can be used to Foreman
make a seal.

.9 Check quality of shutter lining, tightness of bolts and wedges, Gen.

built-in items, inserts and other embedments. Foreman CONC/04/A

.10 Tie - rod holes to be made in the formwork shall be neat so that Gen.
they can be patched or plugged later on. Foreman

.12 Particular attention will be paid to the rigidity and line of stop Gen.
ends and joint formers. Foreman

.13 Remove all tie-wire clippings and nails, which may stain both Gen.
the formwork and the concrete. Foreman CONC/04/A

.14 Ensure that adequate access and working platforms are in place Gen.
for the concreting gang and that toe boards and guardrails are Foreman
provided.
Gen.
.15 A spreader or lifting beam shall be used to prevent distortion Foreman
when placing formwork.
Gen.
.16 Adjustable steel props shall be erected in plumb and verticality Foreman
of props checked using a spirit level.
Gen.
.17 A prop should not be used if it is bent, creased or, rusted or has Foreman
a bent head or base plate, damaged pin etc.
Gen.
.18 Proper release of agent shall be used so that it can be removed Foreman CONC/04/A
without damaging the surface finish of the concrete.

.19 New timber and plywood forms shall be given first coat of the Gen.
appropriate release agent 36 hours in advance, then a second Foreman
coat just before they are used. Avoid excessive use of release
agent as this can cause staining or retardation of the concrete.
Gen.
.20 A close watch should be kept on all wedges and fastenings. Foreman
Make sure that they do not work loose. Grout loss is an
indication that some movement has occurred.
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.21 When unsleeved tie bars are being used, ease them slightly Gen.
before the concrete sets, and remove them as soon as it is safe. Foreman

.22 Striking the Formwork:

i) Always obtain approval before striking the formwork in

the form of Appendix CONC/04/A. QA/QC Check sheet

ii) Ensure adequate safety measures while striking Gen.

formwork. Foreman
Gen.
iii) Cleaning the face of forms shall start as soon as they Foreman
have been struck. Gen.
Foreman
iv) Good storage is essential to ensure that formwork can be
used again. Gen
Foreman
v) Paint code numbers on them so that they can be readily
identified when next needed.

.23 Safety During Formwork Operations:

i) The weights of large prefabricated sections of formwork

should be marked on them so that the lifting capacity of Gen.
the crane at the working radius is not exceeded. Lifting Foreman
points are usually provided.

ii) If necessary, a spreader or lifting beam shall be used to Gen.

prevent distortion. Foreman

iii) Where lifting is done by the vertical soldiers, check that Gen.
they are adequately connected to the walings. Foreman
Project
iv) Fire extinguishers in working order shall be in close Gen. Safety
proximity to the stored formwork. Foreman/ Plan
Safety
Officer