Rehabilitation of the electricity warehouse east of the highway (Al-

Haramain road – Huda Al-Sham) in the municipality of Jeddah

Governorate (16923)

Anti-Termite Treatment
Method statement

Project Number: 001/0314/00/00/4

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 TABLE OF CONTENT
1- TITLE

2-SCOPE OF WORK PAGE

2.0 PURPOSE ………………………………………………………… 3
2.1 SCOPE…………………………………………………………….. 3
2.2 Site Preparation …………………………………………………… 3
2.3 How to do Anti-Termite Treatment in Masonry …………………. 4
2.4. Anti-Termite Treatment in Other Works…………….. …………. 6
2.5 What is Anti-Termite …………………………………………….. 8
2.6. Pre-Construction Anti-Termite Treatment………………………. 9
2.7 Benefits of Pre-Construction Anti-Termite Treatment ………….. 10
2.8 Post-Construction Anti-Termite Treatment ……………………… 11

3- HEALTH &SAFTY……………............................ 12
3.1 Safety ……………………………………………………………….. 14
3.2 Risk Assessment…………………………………………………….. 15

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1- Method Statement for anti -
termite treatment
2.0 PURPOSE:
Anti-termite treatment is a chemical procedure carried out for
soil, masonry, wood, and electrical fixtures to provide the
building with a chemical barrier against the subterranean or
wood-nesting termites before and after construction.

2.1 SCOPE
In this article, we discuss how to effectively carry out the anti-
termite treatment in a building by using chemicals.

2.2. Site Preparation

1. The trees, stumps, logs, or roots present at the site, which
may be harboring the termites, shall be removed.

2. A depth of 75mm surface soil is scarified from the top; the

places where penetration of chemical treatment is likely to
be slow.

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 3. In the case of loose and porous or sandy soils where loss of
treating solution is more, pre-moistening of the soil is
carried out to fill the capillaries is carried out.

4. For treatment in flooring, leveling and grading shall be

completed, which must be free from organic debris and
should be well compacted.
5. All wood related work equipment such as frameworks,
leveling pegs, timber offcuts, or other builders debris
should be removed from the area to be treated.

2.3. How to do Anti-Termite

Treatment in Masonry and
Foundation?

1. The bottom surface and sides (up to about 30 cm) of the

excavations carried out for foundation shall be treated with
the chemical at the rate of 5 L/m2 of surface area.

2. The backfill in immediate contact with the masonry

foundation or retaining wall is treated with the chemical at
the rate of 7.5 L/m2 of the vertical surface of the sub-
structure for each side.

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 3. The earth-fill is done in layers and, the chemical treatment
shall be carried out for each layer

4. The voids in the joints of masonry are the possible entry

points into the building for which the treatment is
necessary.

5. However, in RCC foundations, there are no such voids for

the termites to penetrate.

6. For the RCC foundation, the treatment may be started at

500 mm below ground level.

7. The soil in the immediate contact with RCC shall be treated

with 7.5 liters/m2 of the chemical, as shown in figure 2.

8. For treatment in flooring, the chemical emulsion at the rate

of 5litre/m2 shall be treated before laying sand bed or sub-
grade.
9. In the case where the surface is hard, and seeping of
emulsion does not take place, holes up to 50 mm to 75 mm

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 deep at 150 mm centers both ways may be made with a 12
mm steel rod to facilitate saturation of the soil with chemicals.
10. After the completion of the building, holes of depth
300mm are dug at intervals of 150mm along the external
perimeter of the building and the chemical emulsion is poured
along the water at the rate of 7.5litre/m2 of the vertical
surfaces in contact with the earth.
11. In the event of the filling being more than 300 mm, the
external perimeter treatment shall extend to the full depth of
filling down to the ground level so as to ensure continuity of
the chemical barrier.
12. The treatment for the apron which is placed over the top
surface of consolidated earth shall be treated with the
chemical emulsion at the rate of 5 liters/m2 of the surface
before the apron is laid.

2.4. Anti-Termite Treatment in

Other Works
The retaining walls above the ground level, such as basement
walls or outer wall above the floor level needs to be protected by
providing a chemical barrier against the entry of termites. The soil
retained by the walls shall be treated with the chemical emulsion
at the rate of 7.5 liters/m2 of the vertical surface in contact with
the soil.

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2. Underground Pipes and
Conduits
The soil in contact with the pipes and conduits in the foundation
area must be treated so as to protect it from termites. The soil in
connection with the pipes or conduits be loosened for a distance
of 150 mm and a depth of 75 mm, and then the treatment should
be commenced at the same rate as the foundation soil.

3. Expansion Joints
The expansion joints at ground level are one of the worst
hazards for termite infestation. The soil under the expansion
joints must be treated with special attention at the time of
treatment under the plinth. This treatment should be
supplemented by treating the expansion joint once the subgrade
is laid at the rate of 2 liters per linear meter.

4. Wood Work
1. The woodwork, which has been damaged beyond repair,
shall be replaced after appropriate treatment.
2. Infested woodwork, which can be used, shall be protected
with chemical treatment squirted through inclined holes
drilled into the woodwork up to the core, on the unaffected
side of the frame.

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5. Electrical Fixtures
For the treatment of electrical fixtures, the inside of the
enclosures of electrical fixtures shall be treated liberally with
chlordane powder.

2.5. What is Anti-Termite

1.Treatment in building?
Anti-termite treatment is a chemical procedure carried out for
soil, masonry, wood, and electrical fixtures to provide the
building with a chemical barrier against the subterranean or
wood-nesting termites before and after construction.

2. Which are the effective

chemicals used for anti-termite
treatment?
1. Heptachlor emulsifiable concentrate 0.5 percent by weight
2. Chlordane emulsifiable concentrate 1.0 percent by weight
3. Chlorpyrifos emulsifiable concentrate, 1.0 percent by weight

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3. Which is the best time to carry
out the anti-termite treatment?
Anti-termite treatment should start when foundation trenches and
pits are ready to take mass concrete in foundations. The treatment
should not be carried out when it is raining or when the soil is
wet.

2.6. Pre-Construction Anti-Termite

Treatment
The procedure for pre-construction anti-termite treatment is
given below -
1. For the excavation made for foundation, the sides and the
bottom surface of the foundation trenches and pits are
treated with an anti-termite chemical to a height of about
30cm at the rate of 5 Lit. Per square meter of surface area.

2. For flooring, the earth surface is firstly cleaned from

wooden and any other garbage particles.

3. The entire surface should be leveled to the required

elevation.

4. Holes of 30 cm depth at an interval of 15 cm are made.

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 5. An emulsion of correct concentration (as mentioned in
manufacturer’s specification) shall be made by adding
water to the chemical.

6. This emulsion shall be poured in the holes by pouring jars

and sprayed on the surface by using pressure pumps and
sprayers.
7. The chemical is allowed to get soaked through the holes
fully.

Note: The anti-termite treatment must be done by an approved

specialized agency for termite-prone areas.

2.7. Benefits of Pre-Construction

Anti-Termite Treatment

1. Less Expensive

The steps involved in Pre-construction treatment are lesser when

compared to post-construction treatment. Thus the cost of the
anti-termite is less.

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2. Fewer Obstacles

The number of obstacles in case of Pre-construction anti-termite

treatment is lesser. Major components of buildings like walls,
which gives better access to every nook and corner of the
buildings without any obstacles.

3. Prevention is better than Cure

Opting for post-construction anti-termite treatment can be late as
the termites might have already started doing some sort of
destruction to the foundation, walls or the wooden attachments in
your home. To eradicate the termite infestation from its root, pre-
construction treatment is recommended.

2.8. Post-Construction Anti-

Termite Treatment
1. Inspection

Before undertaking any type of treatment, a thorough inspection

shall be made of the infestation in the building with a view of
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determining the extent to which it has spread, and the routes of
entry of termites into the building.

2. Extermination of Termites in
Building
The inspection of the infestation gives the location of termites.
The extermination inside the building shall be carried out in a
thorough manner, seeking the termites in their hideouts, such as
ceilings behind wooden panellings, inside electrical wiring
battens, conduits, switchboards and similar locations.

3. Health & safety

-Preventive Measures
1. The primary function of soil treatment is to establish a
chemical barrier between the termites in the soil and the
building to be protected.

2. To treat the soil outside of foundations, the soil in contact

with the external wall of the building shall be treated with
the chemical emulsion at the rate of 7.5 lit/Sqm of the
vertical surface of the substructure to a depth of 300 mm.

3. The termites seek their way inside the building floor

through the cracks or voids at the following locations –

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 (a) At the junction of the floor and walls as a result of
shrinkage of the concrete.

(b) Cracks formed on the floor surface due to construction

defects.

(c) At construction joints and expansion joints in a concrete

floor.
4. Chemical treatment should be done in the building area of
the ground floor wherever the cracks are noticed. This is done
by drilling vertically 12 mm holes at the junction of floor and
walls, constructional and expansion joints mentioned above at
300 mm interval to reach the soil below.
5. Treatment for wood is done at the points of contact of the
woodwork. All the locations where the woodwork in the
building is in contact with the woodwork must be treated with
anti-termite treatment.
6. This is done by spraying at the points of contacts with the
adjoining masonry with the chemical emulsion of
concentration by drilling 6mm holes at a downward angle of
about 45° at the junction of woodwork and masonry.
7. Treatment of electrical fixtures such as switch boxes in the
wall is done by removing the outer coverings and treating the
internal parts with 5 percent Malathion dusting powder.

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 3.1. Safety
1. All works shall comply with the safety procedure or
instruction as set out in project safety plan and municipality
rules and regulations.
2. Basic Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) shall be worn
by all staff or laborers.
3. All operatives shall be inducted before entering the site.

-Advantages of Anti-Termite
Treatment
1. It provides immediate protection to any structure from
termites, rodents, and pests.

2. It lasts for several years.

3. It eliminates the problem of gaps forming in the protection

barrier, allowing termites to enter the home.

4. Liquid termiticides are relatively inexpensive when

compared to other forms of termite control.

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-Disadvantages of Anti-Termite
Treatment
1. Anti-Termite treatment can lead to water contamination in
areas close to waterways or wetlands.

2. Drilling into areas that show evidence of termite entry, or

concrete may be necessary, which can reduce the strength of
the member or structure.

3. Any small negligence or left out portion can lead to problems

with an infestation in future.

3.2. Risk Assessment Template for Anti-

Termite Work
1. OBJECTIVE
To prevent injuries to employees and / or property damage
incidents.

2. PROCEDURE
1. Do pre-use inspection of all equipment to be used and
replace or repair faulty items.
2. Use trained competent employees only.

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 3. Use appropriate Personal Protective Equipment i.e.:
3.1. Hardhat.
3.2. Safety boots.
3.3. Overalls.
3.4. Ear Protection.
3.5. Masks
3.6. Safety Glasses
3.7. Hand gloves

WORK INVOLVING IN THE ACTIVITY

2.1. Appropriate PPE must be worn by all workers on
site & special PPE should be provided for those
who are directly involved in this activity.

2.2. Site Induction and toolbox talks should be given

prior to start job.

2.3 Equipment to be used should be inspected and must

be safe for use.

2.4. Materials be properly secured while being

transported and during offloading.

2.5. Employees shall be educated in keeping out of

possible crush of wall or collapse of the excavation.

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 2.6. All the underground utility services must be
protected and secure.

2.7. Permit to work system should be followed by all

supervisors and engineers.

2.8. Daily, weekly and monthly inspection to be done

regularly any defect found must be reported
immediately.

2.9. Physical barricade to installed and maintained with

entry and exit points.

2.10. Only personnel involve in the activities are allowed

inside the barricaded area.

2.11. Enforce the use of competent persons only.

2.12. All hand and power tools must be inspected before

use

2.13. All hand and power tools must be safe for use

2.14. All type of power tools must be color coded and

tagged as safe for use also must be entered in
register.

2.15. Permit to work system should be in place.

2.16. PPE should be worn by all operators as per the job

nature.
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 2.17. Maintain work area isolated with means of
barricade and appropriate signage should be in
place.

2.18. Remind personnel through toolbox talk to observe

proper positioning when working

2.19. All the work should be done under the competent

supervision.

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