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Description MS-043 Rev-00 - AAC Block masonry works
Status Submitted
Subcontractor : Others :
Consultant's Comments
ARCHITECT:
- Block work layout, restraint details and junction details shall be as per Latest IFC or Latest approved shop drawings in compliance with structure
specification
- All interfacing & junction connection with adjacent material or finishes shall be coordinated with related disciplines, works and other services
- All block work materials to be delivered and use at site shall be certified DCL product conformity
- Risk Assessment Chart - Project Name 'Creek Vista' to replace with 'The S Tower'
- ITP to be attached on MS submittal
Attachments : YES NO
Nos.
FS/CO/07/01
TST(7OPR01) Project Submittals
Dubai, Dubai
DOCUMENTS (2)
Method Statement
For AAC Block masonry works
Project: The S Tower
Revision
1 02/02/2022
Zero
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Method Statement for AAC Doc no.: MS-SS-CIVIL-43
SOBHA GOLD FZ. LLC
Block masonry works Revision: 00
1. SCOPE
This method statement is applicable for AAC block masonry installation that are intended in
“The Sobha Tower” on sheik Zayed road, Dubai, ensuring the works are carried out in
accordance to project specifications/ contract documents with reference to approved material
submittal and follow up mockup etc.
The purpose of the procedure is to ensure that all the personnel involved in this activity are
fully aware of the safe methods to be practiced and to ensure that documentations are
generated to record and verify that works executed are in an acceptable manner in compliance
with manufacturer recommendations.
2. REFERENCE:
1. Emergency procedures
2. Access & Egress
3. We strictly adhere to project safety plan.
4. DEFINITIONS
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Method Statement for AAC Doc no.: MS-SS-CIVIL-43
SOBHA GOLD FZ. LLC
Block masonry works Revision: 00
5. RESPONSIBILITIES
Description Responsibility
Shall be responsible for implementation of this
method statement and to ensure that the site team is
Project Manager aware of this methodology and all resources such as
manpower, material and equipment are available to
carry out all works as planned
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Method Statement for AAC Doc no.: MS-SS-CIVIL-43
SOBHA GOLD FZ. LLC
Block masonry works Revision: 00
For each step / activity documental / pictorial evidence will be recorded using plan grid
software.
1. After approval of the mock-up, commence the block works for other areas by
setting out from the gridlines/ off set from grid lines and checking of surface
condition of substrate.
2. The surveyor has to set out the block wall on the substrate as per the approved
layout shop drawings and structural as-built drawings. Any discrepancies should
be brought into the attention to Consultant Engineer.
3. All block walls shall be accurately set out and the surface of the foundation or
floor shall be roughened to receive the first mortar bed. First block layer shall
be laid on solid beds of mortar made of 1: 5 cements: sand mix.
4. If applicable ,damp-pro of course (DPC) shall be laid horizontally beneath the
alignment of the block on a mortar bed for all external periphery walls in ground
floor.
5. First layer of block work shall be inspected and approved by Consultant
Engineer for each location.
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Method Statement for AAC Doc no.: MS-SS-CIVIL-43
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Block masonry works Revision: 00
11. Curing is required to done just once after the completion of block work. Mortar joints
on wall shall be moistened thrice a day for 2 days.
12. Lift height (maximum) 1.5M can be constructed at a time.
13. Last Layer should be full block; block below this layer is the one to be cut to suit site
requirement.
14. Provide stiffener columns and lintel beams (can be GI or RCC) as per approved typical
block work details/ as instructed by Consultant Engineer.
15. MEP provisions in blockwork shall be provided as per the approved drawings/ as
instructed by Consultant MEP Engineer.
6.3. TIES/REINFORCEMENT
1. Block wall joint to RC wall / column should be reinforced with ties at every alternate
course as per the approved drawing
2. For stiffener column provide ties at every alternative layer as well.
3. Provide Head restraints at slab/ Beam soffit at 1800 c/c max. in vertical joint as per
standard details.
4. All ties used should be galvanized for internal walls and Stainless steel for External
walls from Approved supplier. Ties should be fastened with the approved fixing system.
5. Fiber bed joint reinforcement shall be placed in alternate layers as shown in the
approved drawings.
7. MANPOWER REQUIREMENT
QA/QC Engineer
Site Engineer
Safety Officer
Foreman
Technicians / workers
Surveyors
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Method Statement for AAC Doc no.: MS-SS-CIVIL-43
SOBHA GOLD FZ. LLC
Block masonry works Revision: 00
8.MATERIAL REQUIREMENT
Roller / Sprayer
Air compressor
Handheld blower
Hessian cloth for cleaning if any
PPE
Works carried out with necessary permits
Workplace shall be clean after completion of daily works
Tools To be cleaned after every use
PQP
PSP
Approved material submittal
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Method Statement for AAC Doc no.: MS-SS-CIVIL-43
SOBHA GOLD FZ. LLC
Block masonry works Revision: 00
13.RECORDS TO BE PRODUCED
This method statement shall be read in conjunction with the below referenced documents
Contract specification
Material submittal
Manufacture technical data sheet
Project quality plan
14.DISTRIBUTION
This method statement shall be shared with the following for effective implementation
Project Manager
Construction Manager
Project Engineer
Site engineer
HSE Engineer
QC Engineer
Approved
Not applicable
Not applicable
19.ATTACHMENT
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RISK ASSESSMENT / HAZARD ANALYSIS
Remarks
Activity Identified at Risk Initial Risk Residual Risk
Hazards Involved Control Measures
(Job steps) (People/ Property)
L S R L S R
• Toolbox talk meeting shall be conducted and
hazard & risk in the activity to be communicated
to all technicians involved in the activity.
• Manual handling shall be avoided wherever
possible and mechanical means to be used for
shifting the materials.
• Ensure proper access for material shifting.
• Ensure all workers are in proper PPE.
• Adequate Training including manual Handling
training to be given to all involved parties.
• Ensure proper housekeeping and material
Injury to technicians arrangement at work location.
Slip, trip, fall of (Strain, sprain, • No material stacking on the floor edges and over
Block shifting,
workers, fall of blocks, body injury 3 2 6 stacking to be avoided. 1 2 2 Low
Stacking
Manual handling cramps) material • Blocks to be stacked close to working area & on
damage a level base.
• Ensure proper housekeeping prior and post work.
• Emergency evacuation procedures must be
briefed to all, and evacuation plan posted near
work location.
• Any near miss/incidents shall be reported to SCL
HSSE as per escalation matrix.
• HSSE Help line number for The S Tower project
(0501074142) shall be communicated to all
during TBT.
• Refer DMCOCSP CH-7 & ISO 45001- Clause
6.1.2.2- Assessment of OH&S risks and other
RISK ASSESSMENT / HAZARD ANALYSIS
objects.
• Block work on the outer edges will be stopped
during inclement weather conditions.
• Ensure horizontal safety catch net is intact below
the block work area.
• All block wastes to be removed at the end of
each shift.
• Heavy machinery movement near block work
area should be restricted.
• Stiffener column must be erected to avoid
collapse of block wall.
• Emergency evacuation procedures must be
briefed to all, and evacuation plan posted near
work location.
• Any near miss/incidents shall be reported to SCL
HSSE as per escalation matrix.
• HSSE Help line number for The S Tower project
(0501074142) shall be communicated to all
during TBT.
• Refer DMCOCSP CH- 7.2 & ISO 45001- Clause
6.1.2.2- Assessment of OH&S risks and other
risks to the OH&SMS & 8.1.2- Eliminating hazards
and reducing OH&S risks. & 8.2- Emergency
preparedness.
• TBT should be conducted for the specific activity.
• Appropriate hand gloves to be worn while
handling with mesh.
• It should not be left unattended.
• Mesh roll should be kept at designated area.
• Waste pieces to be stored in separate area.
Using Wire
• Adequate PPE to be worn.
mesh/Fiber Sharp Edge Personal Injury 2 2 4 1 2 2 Low
• Emergency evacuation procedures must be
Mesh
briefed to all, and evacuation plan posted near
work location.
• Any near miss/incidents shall be reported to SCL
HSSE as per escalation matrix.
• HSSE Help line number for The S Tower project
(0501074142) shall be communicated to all
RISK ASSESSMENT / HAZARD ANALYSIS
during TBT.
Minor / Pollution/
2 6 4 2 2 2 Possible 3 & 4 = Medium Risk
Damage/ Loss
Injury / low Damage /
1 3 2 1 1 1 Never/Very unlikely 1 & 2 = Low Risk
Loss