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Dh Kulhudhufushi 105 Housing Unit Repairs Method Statement

METHODOLOGY – H.DH KULHUDHUFUSHI 105 HOUSUNG UNIT REPAIR PROJECT

1.0 General

This statement will focus on the general construction methods applied to plan, execute and complete
the repair and rehabilitation works of proposed project “H.Dh Kulhudhufushi 105 housing unit repairs”.

2.0 Main project components

1- Assessment and design works

2- Masonry and plastering works
3- Replacement of roofing
4- Interior ceiling
5- Exterior eaves ceiling
6- MEP works
7- Floor finishes
8- Painting and finishes

3.0 Construction material sourcing

Temporary storage godown will be build or hired at the site to store and secure all the building
materials. Supply of all materials needed for the project will be done from H.Dh Kulhudhufushi suppliers
and from Male’ City. Supply sequence will be followed as per schedule and phase by phase.

All material needed to complete the project will be as per technical specifications and standards, and
approved where necessary from the client. Samples where applicable will be provided in advance for the
client to comment and approve.

4.0 Project Management

4.1 Scheduling work and construction period

Our schedule shows the preferred sequence of activities of work. The aim is to give priority to the major
and critical tasks during the first quarter of the project such that at the mid of the project, most of the
finishing work can be planned and executed simultaneously. Target for the first 6 weeks of project
duration will be to complete all masonry, plastering works and make progress on the external works
such as roofing and eaves ceiling. Scheduled duration for the project is 345 days and as the project
continues we will be analyzing and determining the project areas where improvement needs be and if
necessary work in double shifts to achieve the project targets.

4.2 Project limitations, difficulties and efficient planning

As in any construction project, onsite conditions provide difficulties in the working environment and
surrounding. We believe that efficient planning and strictly adhering to work schedule is the key to
delivering a successful project. Main difficulties which we anticipate and how to overcome them are
listed as below.

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1- Unforeseen circumstances – in this category, main event that hinders an ongoing project is the
weather conditions. We will be monitoring the weather forecast and changes to schedule and
actions will be made in advance. However if the conditions prevail, details will be logged and
informed to the client. Main focus on getting the roofing works completed by the end of the first
quarter would be advantageous and critical for this reason.
2- Material supply and storage – material sourcing and maintaining to islands is always a challenge,
especially when the location is far from the capital Male’ city and storage areas are limited. All
supply will be done as per construction phases; this would ease on the storage areas at site and
allow for efficient planning. Mainly materials will be supplied from H.Dh Kulhudhufushi.
3- Permits – all necessary permits which has to be obtained from the local council and the client,
will be pre planned and acted upon it. We request for prompt support from the client for these
tasks.
4- Quality control and inspections – any material that needs to be approved from the client will be
done by providing as sample in advance in order to reduce delays due to approvals. Weekly
visits will be done by our external consultants to monitor the progress and workmanship. Client
will be informed with advance notice for any inspection needed. We will be keeping a site
logbook, in which all inspections and conditions will be noted. Furthermore weekly reports will
be shared with the client in order to deliver a successful project.
5- Dispute resolution – Throughout the project, meetings will be help with the client to facilitate
the progress. Any disputes which may arise will be resolved by standard methods, discussing
and negotiating with the client.

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5.0 Construction methodology and equipment

Methodology adopted for this project will be conducted in progressive phases as follows. Detailed
diagram is shown in fig1.

1- Phase 1: Preliminaries, assessment, design and site mobilization. Focus on completing masonry
and plastering works. This would make way to proceed with interior works. Provisions for
electrical work and necessary scaffolding will also be progressive within this phase.
2- Phase 2: completing roofing, exterior and interior ceiling works.
3- Phase 3: Floor finishes, painting and finishing works followed with complete installation of MEP
fixtures. Inspections, site clearance and handover of units will be done during this phase.

H.DH KULHUDHUFUSHI 105

HOUSING UNIT REPAIR

PHASE 1 PHASE 2 PHASE 3

ROOFING WORKS FLOOR FINISHES

ASSESSMENT AND DESIGN

INTERIOR /EXTERIOR
MOBILIZATION INTERIOR CEILING PAINTING

EXTERIOR CEILING MEP FIXTURES AND

MASONRY WORKS INSTALLATIONS

STAIRS / RACKS /DOOR

DOORS AND WINDOWS
PLASTERING WORKS FIXTURES / ACCESSORIES
INSTALLATION

ELECTRICAL WIRING SITE CLEARANCE

AND PLUMBING AND CLEAN UP

Fig 1 – Construction project phases

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Following list demonstrates the main equipment that will be provided on site in order to complete the
project. Detailed tools and equipment list is attached with tender documents.

Description Quantity Condition

loader / truck 1 rental

Block mould machine 1 asset
Concrete Mixer - 50 kg cement capacity 3 asset
Welding Plant 2 asset

Table 1 – Project Equipment/Machinery

5.1 Phase 1

5.1.1 Site handover and marking

Upon site handover, we will be preparing a detailed report on each unit, marking the critical areas and
verify it through the client. Site clearing works will commence at this stage starting from demolition
works followed by removal of trees and vegetation as required. Units with common and works and
specific works will be determined and targeted as required.

5.1.2 Masonry works

All blocks will be supplied from the local or nearby suppliers. Sample blocks will be tested for quality and
strength as well as checked for adequate curing. We do not plan to make blocks ourselves, unless
suppliers fail to meet the demand as block making is time consuming and requires a lot of site space and
manpower. Mix ratio for block making will be 1:5 and mix ratio for all masonry will be 1:4, river sand:
cement. All external walls are done with 150mm thick solid blocks; this includes double walls as well as
all internal walls done with 100mm thick solid blocks.

A mockup wall will be first constructed and it would be approved from the client. After approval of the
mockup wall, we will proceed with masonry works as follows

1- Identify the thickness of the walls and mark onsite accordingly as per the drawings
2- Check for alignment and dimensions, and check will consultants if any discrepancy found
3- Erect temporary scaffolding to the walking area such that masons can move around safely and
easily.
4- Fix vertical and horizontal alignment levels
5- Mix mortar in the ratio by machine, mortar applied between blocks will be in between 12mm to
16mm in thickness

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6- No wall will be done above 1200mm in a single day

7- Identify and mark all the openings in masonry walls
8- Capping beam will be provided at half height or window sill levels, capping beams will be cast in
place with reinforcement as per drawings
9- Lintel beams will also be cast in place on top of all windows and doors with reinforcement as per
drawings

5.1.3 Plastering works

Plastering works will be done in the ratio 1:4, OPC: river sand. All external plastering will have a finished
thickness of 25mm applied in two coats of 12mm and 13mm. all internal walls will have a finished
thickness of 12mm applied in a single coat.

All plastering works will be carried out in accordance with the standards and the procedure will be as
follows:

1- Check the walls for defects and cracks, and attend accordingly with repairs if needed
2- Mark all MEP provisions and cut the wall for required levels
3- Sieve all sand to be used for plastering works
4- Depending on weather conditions, all walls will be wetted before starting plastering works
5- Fix level marks so that finishing achieved will be sound and smooth
6- Mix mortar in the ratio 1:4, OPC : River sand in machine
7- Plastic or fiber mesh will be overlapped to all areas where in contact with a concrete surface

5.2 Phase 2

5.2.1 Roofing works

As roofing works are a major and critical component in this project, it will be started in the first week
and completed by the end of phase 2. An independent scaffold will be erected to each external face of
the building.

All roofing works will follow the below procedures

1- Erect temporary scaffolding for safety and facilitate access.

2- Check the conditions of roof framing members
3- Remove roofing sheets with minimal damages.
4- Fix roofing cover with roofing sheets as per drawings and specifications
5- Fix ridge capping with side flashings
6- Fix fascia board and drainage gutter
7- Test for any water leaks

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5.2.2 Ceiling work

Ceiling works are categorized as two tasks. Repair of ceiling work in some units and complete
replacement of ceiling works in other units.

All ceilings will be done with a timber framing and covered with 9mm gypsum board or 3mm cement
fiber board where necessary. All timber for the works will be treated before any fabrication is done.

Timber frame will be supported and suspended by the roofing rafters and no drilling will be done on any
structural component of the buildings. Ceiling frame will be done by 50mm x 38mm timber battens
placed 600mm c/c on both ways. It will be leveled by using lines and verified by laser levels.

5.2.3 Electrical and hydraulics services

All electrical work will be done by licensed electrician according to national regulations and drawings.
Procedure for electrical works will be as follows

1- Identify DB, lighting and power points

2- Identify nearest routes to points required
3- Fix conduit work, all wires would run through flexible or heard conduit housing
4- Verify cutouts for power points and switches
5- Install wiring to all points
6- Fixing and connecting DB
7- Testing and commissioning

Hydraulics for the buildings comprises of two major areas, that is drainage work and sewerage plumbing
works. Drainage works mostly will be storm water drainage from the roofing. Procedures for both areas
are as below

1- Verify drainage and sewerage points are as per drawings

2- For storm water drainage works, fix downpipes and locate to drainage area
3- for sewerage points, fix the plumbing works as per drawings and locate to the inspection
chamber points
4- install freshwater plumbing works in toilets and other required points
5- Testing all pipe work for any water leaks, fresh water pipes will be tested at 10bars pressure.

5.2.4 Doors and windows

Material orders will be placed after completion of phase1. All aluminum material works will be supplied
from a local supplier. Onsite measurements will be taken before fabrication and it will be done in a
workshop. We will verify the sizes and quality of workmanship before supply is made to the site.
Installation will be done along with waterproofing and sealing. Testing for water leaks will be done after
installation is complete.

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All door frames will be fixed in this phase but doors will be fixed in the final stages of construction. All
dimensions will be verified before fixing any frame.

5.3 Phase 3

5.3.1 Tiling

All toilets will be applied with approved waterproofing before starting tile work and floor finishes.
Procedure for tile work will be as follows

1- Check the surface to be sound and good to receive the tiles

2- Wash and dry out the surface.
3- Check the area for alignment and dimensions, place sample arrangement before starting
4- Place benchmark for level and alignment
5- Tile adhesive will be applied in thickness not more than 12mm and joint thickness to be
consistent not more than 2mm.
6- Cleaning will be done as soon as the scope for the day is done
7- Clean out all joints and apply grout
8- Do final cleanup as soon as completed

5.3.2 Painting and finishes

This will be the final stage of the construction process. All the exterior surfaces will be finishes with
weatherproof basecoat and paint. All interior surfaces will be finished with interior basecoat and paint.
Interior surfaces including walls and ceilings will be applied with 2 coats of interior putty and sanded to
gain the required smoothness and level needed to receive the paint. Double paint coatings will be
applied to all interior and exterior surfaces.

Final installations will be carried out with final touchups and cleanup.

5.3.3 MEP Installations

For all electrical and plumbing works, testing and commissioning will be done before any fixture
installation is started. All fixtures will then be tested again for safety and quality.

5.3.4 Site clearance and acceptance

Upon completion of phase 1 and 2, most of the critical tasks would be completed. During phase 3, units
will be inspected for quality control and hand over to client as the project moves towards completion.

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6.0 Site safety

An independent scaffold will be erected to each external face of the building. Anyone working on or
visiting the site will be required to wear safety helmets and operatives will use other protective clothing
depending on the type and location of work. The sides of the drain trench next to the oil tank will be
supported with trench sheeting and we will provide barriers next to all excavations where a danger
exists. The agent will attend regular meetings with the planning supervisor and cooperate with site
regulations to maintain the client’s good safety record. The health and safety plan will be developed by
our construction team prior to starting any affected works, and sub-contractors will have contributed to
any relevant planning for their works. The safety performance of the site is monitored by our
management team who report to regular safety audit meetings; and external consultants inspect our
compliance with current legislation at intervals of no more than two weeks

7.0 Organization setup

Our management structure for the project is shown in the diagram below. We will adopt a strict
approach to site supervision, providing sufficient operatives in suitable disciplines to meet demands and
requirements. Overall project will be managed by our project manager who will be residing in Male’
office. A site office will be built on site and the operational manager/site engineer will handle day to day
tasks. We will also hire an external consulting engineer for the period works. A total manpower of 75
men are proposed for this project in order to complete within the duration and within the clients
satisfaction.

Detail Manpower Job Title Associated tasks

site management 5 engineer Assessment , design , consultancy and management

mobilization team 2 driver
site mobilization / demobilization / demolition / site
20 labor clearance / material supply
blockwork / plastering / crack repair / tile work
masonry team 20 mason
30 labor
ceiling / roofing
roofing team 20 carpenter
30 labor
Floor finishes
tiling team 20 mason
30 labor
electrical wiring / electrical installation / plumbing work /
MEP team 5 electrician
sanitary fixtures
5 plumber
5 labor
painting / wood finish / polishing
Finishing team 30 painter
20 labor

Table 3 – Project Manpower