Employer PMC Engineer Contractor

PROJECT NAME: CORDOBA (Phase-1) at Bloom Living

Method Statement for SBS Modified

Bituminous Sheet Waterproofing Works

M-DT-MS-071352.16-STR-008-A

AD21094-0201S-FM-18 REV 00
 Employer PMC Engineer Contractor

PROJECT NAME: CORDOBA (Phase-1) at Bloom Living

Revision History

Sn. Description Rev. No. Date Status

01 1st Submission A 20-03-2023

02 2nd Submission B 17-05-2023

03

Checked and Approvals

Printed initials in the boxes confirmed that the documents have been reviewed and approved.

Sn. Name Position Signature Date

Checked By:

Reviewed By:

Approved By:

AD21094-0201S-FM-18 REV 00 Page 2 of 14

 Employer PMC Engineer Contractor
Project Name: CORDOBA (Phase-1) at Bloom Living
MS for SBS Modified Bituminous Sheet Waterproofing Works
TABLE OF CONTENTS

1. OBJECTIVE & SCOPE.............................................................................................4

2. REFERENCES.......................................................................................................... 4

3. TERMS AND DEFINITIONS.....................................................................................4

4. RESOURCES.............................................................................................................4

4.1 Approved Material..............................................................................................................4

4.2 Approved Sub-contractor and PQ documents.........................................................................5
4.3 Shop drawings....................................................................................................................5
4.4 Equipment’s required..........................................................................................................5
4.5 Human resources and RACI Matrix......................................................................................5
4.6 Roles, Responsibilities and Authorities.................................................................................5

5. HSE REQUIREMENTS.............................................................................................7

6. DETAILED CONSTRUCTION SEQUENCE.............................................................8

6.1 Site Planning & Preparation.......................................................................................8

6.2 Work Methodology.....................................................................................................9

6.3 Inspection Requirements..........................................................................................11

7. Construction Program..............................................................................................11

8. Quality Control Requirements..................................................................................11

9. Appendices...............................................................................................................12

APPENDIX 1 - INSPECTION AND TEST PLAN (ITP)...........................................................13

APPENDIX 2 - QUALITY INSPECTION CHECKLIST...........................................................14
APPENDIX 3 - HSE RISK ASSESSMENT.............................................................................15

1. OBJECTIVE & SCOPE

The objective & scope of this method statement is to define the procedure, responsibilities,
and risk associated with the substructure waterproofing works.

AD21094-0201S-FM-18 REV 00 Page 3

 Employer PMC Engineer Contractor
Project Name: CORDOBA (Phase-1) at Bloom Living
MS for SBS Modified Bituminous Sheet Waterproofing Works
2. REFERENCES
Codes of practice/Legislative code
- OSHAD SF CoP
- Occupational Health & Safety requirements as per Abu Dhabi Municipality
Construction Safety / OSHAD SF Ver 3.1
- Local Statutory Rules & Regulation as specified in relevant section by ministry of
Labor and Civil Defense Ministerial Order No 32:1982
- Federal Law No. (8) of 1980.
-

-Specification details SECTION 071352.16 - SBS MODIFIED BITUMINOUS

SHEET WATERPROOFING
3. TERMS AND DEFINITIONS

Abbreviation For

PM Project Manager

CM Construction Manager

Owner Bloom District Properties – Sole Proprietorship LLC

Engineer Dar Al-Handasah

PE/SE Project Engineer / Site Engineer

QA/QC Engineer Quality Assurance & Quality Control Engineer

ITP Inspection & Test Plan

IR / MIR Inspection Request/ Material Inspection Request

Contractor ELM (Emirates Link Maltauro)

HSE Health Safety & Environment

MS Method Statement

4. RESOURCES
4.1 Approved Material
Only approved material will be used for repairing works.

4.2 Approved Sub-contractor and PQ documents.

All the work will be carried out by ELM and if required to hire subcontractors, the ELM will submit
PQ to get approval.

4.3 Shop drawings

AD21094-0201S-FM-18 REV 00 Page 4

 Employer PMC Engineer Contractor
Project Name: CORDOBA (Phase-1) at Bloom Living
MS for SBS Modified Bituminous Sheet Waterproofing Works
All the work will be carried out as per shop drawing and a controlled copy will be made available
with the site team all the time.

4.4 Equipment’s required.

a) LPG cylinder
b) torch gun, and accessories
c) Buckets
d) brush/ rollers
e) Clean buckets
f) Adequate power source

4.5 Human resources and RACI Matrix

S. No Designation Name Contact Number Remarks

01 Project Manager Ahmad Zeiter 0561266555

02 Construction Manager Ahmad Abdel Ghani 0555458894

03 Project Quality Manager Mohsin Khan 0589899902

04 Project Safety Manager Najm Ul Hassan 0562526739

05 Project Engineer Hany Ghonimy 0501208474

06 QAQC Engineer Muhammad Aamir 0503272119

07 QAQC Inspector Anu Sadanandan 0501651767

08 Site Engineer Hisham Alkhatib 0502387928

09 General Foreman Ram Singh 0568038622

4.6 Roles, Responsibilities and Authorities

Project Manager / Construction Manger
Project Manager/Construction Manager are responsible for overall implementation of this method
statement, and to ensure that project engineer, site engineer and general foreman are well informed of
its required, PM/CM are responsible for

 Providing all resources in terms of manpower, equipment, and material.

 Controlling the coordination between all involved parties to ensure safety, quality and schedule
requirements are met.
 Controlling the progress of work and ensuring all the submittal are made on time and approved
well before starting certain activity.

AD21094-0201S-FM-18 REV 00 Page 5

 Employer PMC Engineer Contractor
Project Name: CORDOBA (Phase-1) at Bloom Living
MS for SBS Modified Bituminous Sheet Waterproofing Works
 Controlling the progress of work and ensure final approval is obtained at least 24 hours before
casting schedule date.
 Review & approve the MS & material in coordination with QA/QC & relevant subcontractor.
Project Engineer /Site Engineer
PE/SE are responsible for the following.
 Organize & deploy the manpower as per site requirements & making sure the required machines
and tools are in good working conditions.
 PE/SE will make sure all the foreman and labor involved in the activity have attend the HSE
toolbox prior start working at site.
 PE/SE will make sure all the work is performed as per approved drawings and method statement.
 Check the work at site prior QA/QC inspection making sure work is ready for inspection as per
approved drawings and project specification.
 PE/SE will make sure timely IR will be raised in coordination with QA/QC engineer to get timely
approval to proceed with next activity.
QA/QC Manager / QC Engineer
QA/QC team is responsible for the following.
 QA/QC engineer will ensure all the work is carried out in accordance with the contract
specification, approved drawings and approved project quality plan.
 Timely raise of ITR as per approved ITP & make sure work is done as per approved drawings and
MS prior consultant approval.
 Visit the site prior consultant visit and make sure work are done as per drawings, specification,
and approved method statement.
 Arrange consultant visit and seek their 1st time approval.
 Arrange other relevant clearances to proceed with casting.
HSE Manager / HSE Engineer
The HSE team is responsible for the following.
 Prior commencement of activity, HSE engineer will brief the work force induction talk on project site
safety requirements.
 Maintain records of accidents & enforce PPE on all staff.
 Inspecting Sites and making sure all the machines and equipment deployed at site complied with
fitness standard.
 Monitoring and providing support during construction of facilities and equipment.
 Identifying hazardous situations and safety controlled actions.
 Keeping and maintaining company safety records.
 Identify & manage risks associated with the project environment and processes while complying with
regulatory requirements & corporate standard.

AD21094-0201S-FM-18 REV 00 Page 6

 Employer PMC Engineer Contractor
Project Name: CORDOBA (Phase-1) at Bloom Living
MS for SBS Modified Bituminous Sheet Waterproofing Works
 Responsible for Maintain a proactive and demonstrable safety performance that includes compliance
with all safety, health & environmental policies, and procedures.
 Manage & submit HSE reports as required.
 Work effectively with various departments throughout the project to resolve compliance issues.
General Foreman
General Foreman is responsible for following.
 Proper distribution of work force as per requirement of work.
 Continuous coordination and follow up of site engineer’s instruction to meet requirements
outlined in method statement during excavation, construction and finishing activities.
 Coordination with site safety officer to maintain safe workplace.
 To ensure that all the workers have the required information and knowledge of their duties.
 Ensure when labor wear suitable eye protection and mask where necessary.
 Ensure materials are being properly stored.
Site Surveyor
The site surveyor is responsible for the following.
 Check layout and level for form work as per drawings.
 Report to CM/PM if any discrepancy found in site condition & drawings and take advice for
further action prior proceeding with next activity.
 Making sure all the equipment used in survey must be calibrated as per planned interval.

5. HSE REQUIREMENTS
 Hazard identification: Before starting the waterproofing work, a thorough hazard identification
and risk assessment should be carried out to identify and evaluate any potential hazards and risks
to workers, the environment, and surrounding areas.
 Personal protective equipment (PPE): All workers involved in the waterproofing work should
wear appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE), including safety glasses, gloves, safety
shoes, and respiratory protection as necessary. The type of PPE required will depend on the
specific hazards and risks identified in the hazard identification and risk assessment.
 Ventilation: Proper ventilation should be provided to prevent the buildup of fumes, vapors, or dust
that could be harmful to workers or the environment. This may include the use of exhaust fans or
natural ventilation.
 Material handling: All waterproofing materials should be handled and stored properly to prevent
spills or leaks that could pose a hazard to workers or the environment.

AD21094-0201S-FM-18 REV 00 Page 7

 Employer PMC Engineer Contractor
Project Name: CORDOBA (Phase-1) at Bloom Living
MS for SBS Modified Bituminous Sheet Waterproofing Works
 Waste disposal: All waste generated during the waterproofing work, including unused materials
and packaging, should be disposed of properly in accordance with local regulations. Proper
disposal will help to prevent environmental contamination and hazards to workers.
 Emergency preparedness: An emergency response plan should be in place in case of accidents,
spills, or other emergencies. This plan should include procedures for evacuating workers,
containing spills, and notifying emergency responders.
 Training: All workers involved in the waterproofing work should receive adequate training on
HSE requirements and procedures, including hazard identification and risk assessment, PPE
requirements, and emergency preparedness.
Emergency Phone Numbers

SN. DESCRIPTION CONTACT NUMBER

01 POLICE 999
02 AMBULANCE 998
03 CIVIL DEFENCE 997
04 ADDC Emergency 991
05 DAR Emergency Details to be provided
06 Contractor PM 0561266555
07 Contractor CM 0555458894
08 Contractor HSE 0562526739

6. DETAILED CONSTRUCTION SEQUENCE

6.1 Site Planning & Preparation
Site planning and preparation for SBS waterproofing membrane application is a critical step in
ensuring the long-term performance of the system. The following steps should be taken to ensure a
successful installation:

1. Inspect the substrate. The substrate must be clean, dry, and free of debris. Any cracks or
holes should be filled before installation.
2. Prepare the substrate. The substrate should be primed with a approved primer. This will
help to create a bond between the membrane and the substrate.
3. Apply the membrane. The membrane should be applied according to the manufacturer's
instructions. It is important to overlap the sheets by at least 100mm to ensure a watertight
seal.
4. Protect the membrane. The membrane should be protected from physical damage and
sunlight. This can be done by installing a approved protection board on it.

AD21094-0201S-FM-18 REV 00 Page 8

 Employer PMC Engineer Contractor
Project Name: CORDOBA (Phase-1) at Bloom Living
MS for SBS Modified Bituminous Sheet Waterproofing Works
By following these steps, we can ensure that your SBS waterproofing membrane system will provide
years of reliable protection from water damage.

6.2 Work Methodology

Point to be noted in the Exeed Precast factory, only vertical surface will apply on pump room.

A.) Primer application

Apply a single coat of primer (ELASTOCOL WB) evenly on the surface using a brush, roller, or
spray.
B.) Membrane application SOPRALENE FLAM 180 4P20
Two layers of SBS waterproofing membrane can be installed in a variety of ways, depending on the
specific application. However, there are some general steps that are common to all methods.
Horizontal Surface –
First Layer Application:
1. Roll out the SBS waterproofing membrane SOPRALENE FLAM 180 4P20 onto the prepared
surface, starting from one end.
2. Heat the underside of the membrane using a propane torch, moving the flame evenly across the
surface.
3. Press the heated membrane onto the surface using a roofing roller or a similar tool.
4. Ensure proper adhesion by rolling over the membrane with the roller to remove any air bubbles or
wrinkles.
Second Layer Application:
5. Roll out the second layer of SBS waterproofing membrane SOPRALENE FLAM 180 4P20 over
the first layer, aligning the edges.
6. Heat the underside of the second layer, following the same torch application method as before.
7. Press the heated second layer onto the first layer, ensuring good adhesion and a smooth surface.
8. Use the roller to remove any air pockets and ensure proper bonding between the two layers.

Vertical Surface –
First Layer Application:
9. Start at the bottom: Unroll the first layer of SBS membrane SOPRALENE FLAM 180 4P20 at
the bottom of the vertical surface, ensuring that it extends beyond the intended waterproofing
area. Use roofing nails or screws, if specified by the manufacturer, to secure the membrane
temporarily.
10. Torch application: Starting from the bottom, use a propane torch to heat the membrane evenly.
Begin at one edge and move the torch in a sweeping motion to heat the membrane's underside. Be
cautious not to overheat or burn the membrane.
11. Bonding the membrane: Once the membrane is heated, press it firmly onto the vertical surface
using a trowel or roller. Apply even pressure to ensure proper adhesion. The heat activates the
self-adhesive properties of the membrane, creating a watertight bond with the surface.
Second Layer Application:
Overlap and seal: For the second layer, unroll another SBS membrane SOPRALENE FLAM 180
4P20 roll, overlapping it with the first layer according to the manufacturer's instructions.
Typically, a minimum overlap of 100 mm is recommended. Torch the underside of the second
layer and press it onto the first layer, ensuring a tight bond.
12. Seam treatment: If specified by the manufacturer, use a seam primer or adhesive to treat the
overlapped area and enhance the seam's strength and waterproofing capabilities. Follow the
manufacturer's instructions for the specific product being used.

AD21094-0201S-FM-18 REV 00 Page 9

 Employer PMC Engineer Contractor
Project Name: CORDOBA (Phase-1) at Bloom Living
MS for SBS Modified Bituminous Sheet Waterproofing Works
13. Trim excess membrane: Once both layers are securely applied, use a utility knife to trim any
excess membrane along the edges or corners, ensuring a neat and professional finish.

Detailing and Seam Sealing:

14. Pay special attention to the detailing around edges, corners, and any penetrations such as pipes or
drains.
15. Cut the membrane as required to fit these areas, ensuring overlapping and proper sealing between
membrane sections.
16. Heat the membrane and press it firmly onto the surface using the torch, ensuring a secure seal.
17. Point to be noted. Maintain the side lapping of 100mm and end lapping of 150mm. Ensure the
bitumen comes out from the side with a minimum of 3mm.

Termination in the groove:

When terminating an SBS waterproofing membrane in a groove, the process typically involves
the following steps:
18. Prepare the surface: Ensure that the substrate or surface where the membrane will be terminated is
clean, dry, and free from any debris or contaminants. It's important to have a smooth and even
surface for proper adhesion.
19. Install the membrane: Roll out the SBS waterproofing membrane over the desired area, making
sure it overlaps any adjacent membranes or existing waterproofing layers as per the
manufacturer's instructions. Use a roller or hand pressure to firmly press the membrane onto the
surface, ensuring good adhesion.
20. Termination groove: The termination groove is a recessed channel in which the membrane will be
secured and terminated. It provides a clean and protected edge for the membrane.
21. Secure the membrane: The SBS membrane is then inserted into the termination groove and
pressed firmly against it. The membrane should be positioned in a way that it is fully engaged
within the groove.
22. Seal the termination: To ensure a watertight seal, a compatible sealant or adhesive i.e., Sika 428 is
applied above the membrane. This sealant helps to prevent water from entering the groove and
compromising the waterproofing system.

C.) Protection Board

1. Cut the SOPRABOARD SF 6mm to size. The SOPRABOARD SF 6mm should be cut to the
same size as the waterproofing membrane.
2. Apply the SOPRABOARD SF 6mm over the waterproofing membrane. The SOPRABOARD SF
6mm should be applied over the waterproofing membrane.
3. Heat the SOPRABOARD SF 6mm with a torch. The SOPRABOARD SF 6mm should be heated
until it is pliable.
4. Press the SOPRABOARD SF 6mm into place. The SOPRABOARD SF 6mm should be pressed
into place firmly to ensure a good bond.
5. Repeat steps 4 and 5 for all vertical areas.
6. All gaps must be covered. Any gaps between the SOPRABOARD SF 6mm sheets should be
covered.
7. The membrane should not be visible. The SOPRABOARD SF 6mm should completely cover the
waterproofing membrane.
6.3 Inspection Requirements
Refer to Appendix 1 ITP

7. Construction Program

AD21094-0201S-FM-18 REV 00 Page 10

 Employer PMC Engineer Contractor
Project Name: CORDOBA (Phase-1) at Bloom Living
MS for SBS Modified Bituminous Sheet Waterproofing Works
All the work activity will be performed as per an approved baseline program.

8. Quality Control Requirements

1. Surface preparation: Surface preparation is critical for the proper adhesion of the
waterproofing materials to the substrate. The surface should be clean, dry, and free of any
debris or contaminants that could interfere with the adhesion of the waterproofing system.
Adequate surface preparation should be ensured, and the adhesion of the waterproofing
system should be checked periodically during installation.
2. Installation inspections: Installations should be inspected throughout the installation process
to ensure that the waterproofing system is installed correctly. This includes checking for
proper overlap and sealing of seams, proper application of the materials, and any necessary
terminations, flashings, or other details.
3. Leak testing: Leak testing is critical to ensure that the waterproofing system is installed
correctly and is functioning as intended. The leak test should be performed in accordance
with the manufacturer's instructions, and the results should be documented.
4. Documentation: All quality control procedures and results should be documented, including
material testing results, installation inspections, and leak test results. This documentation
should be maintained for the life of the building.
5. Training and Certification: The personnel performing the waterproofing installation should
be properly trained and certified by the manufacturer. This ensures that the installation is
performed correctly, and the waterproofing system is installed in compliance with the
manufacturer's specifications.

9. Appendices

Appendix 1 Inspection and Test Plan (ITP)

Appendix 2 Quality Inspection Checklist
Appendix 3 HSE Risk Assessment

AD21094-0201S-FM-18 REV 00 Page 11

 Contractor Engineer Employer
PROJECT NAME: CORDOBA (Phase-1) at Bloom Living

APPENDIX 1 - INSPECTION AND TEST PLAN (ITP)

AD21094-0201S-FM-18 REV 00
 Contractor Engineer Employer
PROJECT NAME: CORDOBA (Phase-1) at Bloom Living

APPENDIX 2 - QUALITY INSPECTION CHECKLIST

AD21094-0201S-FM-18 REV 00
 Contractor Engineer Employer
PROJECT NAME: CORDOBA (Phase-1) at Bloom Living

APPENDIX 3 - HSE RISK ASSESSMENT

AD21094-0201S-FM-18 REV 00