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HSSE METHOD STATEMENT Doc. Type: HSE

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DOCUMENT HEALTH, SAFETY, SECURITY AND ENVIRONMENT (HSSE)

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NAME HSSE METHOD STATEMENT

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Rev. Date Description Prep. by Check. by Appr. By

 TABLE OF CONTENTS

1.0 SCOPE ....................................................................................................................................... 4

2.0 REFERENCES ........................................................................................................................... 4
3.0 DEFINITIONS AND ABBREVIATIONS ............................................................................ 4
4.0 ORGANIZATION CHART ...................................................................................................... 5
5.0 RESPONSIBILITIES AND COORDINATION PROCEDURES ...................................... 5
6.0 METHODOLOGY AND PROCEDURES................................................................................ 7
6.0 MATERIALS ................................................................................................................................ 7
6.0.1 Concrete Materials and Workmanship ........................................................................ 7
6.1 DESIGN MIXES AND APPLICATION TRIALS ......................................................................... 8
6.2 PRE-CONCRETING or PRE-PLACEMENT ACTIVITIES .......................................................... 8
6.2.1 Pre-activity Meetings ..................................................................................................... 8
6.2.2 Surveying, ....................................................................................................................... 8
6.2.3 Formwork installation .................................................................................................... 8
6.2.4 Scaffolding ....................................................................................................................... 9
6.2.5 Steel rebars fabrication and installation ..................................................................... 9
6.2.6 Embedded Installation ................................................................................................... 9
6.2.7 Joints installation ............................................................................................................ 9
Construction Joints ........................................................................................................................ 9
6.3 PREPARATION AND APPROVAL (PRIOR CASTING INSPECTIONS) ................................. 10
6.3.1 Scheduling ..................................................................................................................... 10
6.3.2 Batching & Delivery...................................................................................................... 11
6.3.3 Field testing & initial acceptance criteria .................................................................. 12
6.4 CONCRETING (Cast in-situ) ................................................................................................. 12
6.4.1 Preparation .................................................................................................................... 12
6.4.2 Concrete Placement ..................................................................................................... 13
6.4.3 Summer Weather Concreting ..................................................................................... 14
6.4.4 Concreting In Winter Weather ................................................................................... 14
6.4.5 Consolidation ................................................................................................................. 15
6.4.6 Finishing & Setting ....................................................................................................... 15
6.4.7 Curing and Protection .................................................................................................. 18
6.5 CONCRETING (BLINDING OR LEAN) ................................................................................... 18
6.6 CONCRETING (SCREEDS) ..................................................................................................... 18
6.7 POST PLACEMENT .................................................................................................................. 18
6.7.1 Curing Maintenance ..................................................................................................... 18
6.7.2 Summer/Winter Weather Protection ......................................................................... 19
6.8 FORMWORK REMOVAL, SHORING AND RESHORING ....................................................... 19
6.8.1 Formwork Removal ...................................................................................................... 19
6.8.2 Shores and Re-shores ................................................................................................. 20
6.9 CONCRETE REPAIRS .............................................................................................................. 20
6.10 SURFACE PROTECTION ......................................................................................................... 20
7.0 QUALITY CONTROL ............................................................................................................ 20
7.0.1 General Requirements ................................................................................................. 20
7.0.2 Records .......................................................................................................................... 21
7.0.3 Final Acceptance Criteria ............................................................................................. 21
8.0 BUILT IT RIGHT FIRST TIME (BIRFT) INITIATIVE ................................................ 21
ATTACHMENTS: ............................................................................................................................... 23
Attachment 1: Sample scheduled Method Statement ................................................................. 23
Attachment 2: Job Safety Analysis ................................................................................................. 25
Attachment 3: Inspection and Test Plan ....................................................................................... 33
INSPECTION AND TEST PLAN .................................................................................................... 33
CONCRETE WORKS ........................................................................................................................ 33
1.0 SCOPE
This Method Statement is to describe the Contractor’s strategy for all Concrete works for
foundation, floor and wall etc. through organized steps and technical requirements to
ensure a smooth activity and team knowledge of the mentioned task.

2.0 REFERENCES

BS/OSHA 2007 British Standard/Occupational Health Safety Administration

SPE – 2300 Structural, Particular Specification: Part 2

3.0 DEFINITIONS AND ABBREVIATIONS

CLIENT: Company

CONTRACTOR: Zerock Construction Nigeria Limited

MDS: Material Data Sheet

MSDS: Material Safety Data Sheet

RFI: Request for Inspection

CL: Check List

NCR: Non Conformance Report

CAR: Corrective Action Record

ITP: Inspection and Test Plan

NDT: Non-destructive Testing

DT: Destructive Testing

JSA/JHA: Job Safety Analysis/Job hazard analysis

PPE: Personal Protective Equipment

4.0 ORGANIZATION CHART

PROJECT MANAGER

HSSE Coord.
CONSTRUCTION MANAGER
QA/QC Engineer/
Concrete Adviser
Concrete Coordinator

QA/QC Inspection
HSSE Officers
Supervisor
Project Engineer

QA/QC Inspectors Site Engineer

Surveyors

Testing Coordinator Forman/Crew Supervisor

Concrete Crews

5.0 RESPONSIBILITIES AND COORDINATION PROCEDURES

Project Manager/Construction Manager is the management body of the methodology

liaising with the QC Department, HSSE requirements and Client’s recommendations; the
authorized entity for approval and instructing execution team for proper implementation of
this method.

Project Engineer/Site Engineer are responsible for methods of handling and application
of any material and activity in line with this method, specifications, drawings, and in
reporting of any possible deficiencies encountered.

Further to:
• Informing the QA/QC Inspectors of starting activities, closing shutters
inspections, final inspections, time of formwork removal for surface inspections
prior any remedial measures. Also responsible for training the supervisory staff
and work force according to this method.

QC Inspector is responsible for recording and reporting any deterioration, surface

irregularities, defect or flaw encountered during their inspection after removal of formworks
or during application of concrete.

Further to:

• Perform and Monitor the Pre-placement Inspections, Placement Inspections and

Post placement Inspections.
 • Conducting own inspections, accompanying Client's Representative to scheduled
jointed inspections, coordinating with the Execution team, and notifying Client's
representative of anticipated delays.
• Coordinating with the Site Engineer, the Concrete Coordinator, and the
Testing Coordinator to ensure proper arrangements are taken for the required
testing.
• Obtaining the required signatures on the relevant quality documents.

QC Inspection Supervisor is responsible for:

• Evaluating the reported defects based on all available data (Pouring Data, Field
tests, samples taken, pouring rate, finishing procedures, formworks, concrete
checklist's, batch reports, way bill, etc.), to determine probable cause and best
course of remedial action.
• Raising an NCR where applicable and obtaining permissions from Client for any
remedial works. He is the final authority for the CL acceptance, after assuring all
corrections has been in place from the QA/QC Inspectors.
• Coordination with the QA/QC document controller and the requesting party for the
submitted RFI's and CL's
• Assigning the Inspectors for Various inspections requirements, and follow up on
their relevant Coordination and Inspections
• Signing the CL's after assuring the inspections are complete and all corrections are
rectified.

Concrete Coordinator is responsible for:

• Arranging in advance schedule for concrete.

• Preparing the concrete requisition schedule form for next day’s pours, based on
feedback from the Construction Manager's office and through the RFI release copy
form.
• Passing the concrete schedule to the QA/QC Inspection supervisor for
technical data entry and signing.
• Sending the schedule formally to the Concrete Supplier, after signatures.
• Confirming delivery times and readiness at due time for concreting, with
Concrete Supplier and QA/QC Inspection Supervisor.

Testing Coordinator is responsible for:

• Maintain proper records for all the tests and control forms for every activity
related to concrete works.
• Monitor and check the testing procedures performed by the Independent testing
laboratory and the Concrete Supplier's testing agency.

QA/QC Engineer/Concrete Adviser is responsible for:

• Follow up on the quality control indicators and performance

• Decide for the procedures and plans for the applicability and encounter any
necessary changes to the methods for correcting cycles.
• Assure the QA/QC Team and Execution team are abiding by the approved Method
statements and ITPs
• Monitor and Audit the Inspections procedures and the QA/QC Inspectors
performance and knowledge
• Report to the QA/QC Manager
6.0 METHODOLOGY AND PROCEDURES
6.0 MATERIALS

6.0.1 Concrete Materials and Workmanship

All workmanship and materials shall comply with QCS 2007 SECTION 5 and referenced
project specification and international codes
All concrete shall be premixed by a reviewed and accepted supplier or approved site
batching plant.
Cement is generally to be Ordinary Portland Cement. PFA, GGBS and Micro silica (Refer as
**Cementitious Additives) could be used to replace certain amount of OPC to achieve
equivalent strength, properties, water tightness and specification.

Selection, testing and reporting for all materials used in concrete mixes shall be in
accordance with the specification requirements and the above mentioned documents.

Even though concrete supplier will be responsible for all the testing requirements for
concrete and concrete materials, Contractor will conduct additional tests through a third
party assigned laboratory to ensure compliance with specifications and requirements and
grant structural integrity and durability.

Admixtures for maintaining the workability in site will be provided and controlled by the
concrete supplier. Contractor's QA/QC Inspectors shall be monitoring any addition to the
concrete.

Initial testing, physical and chemical properties for all constituents of concrete shall be
provided by the Concrete Supplier to the Contractor, and all frequently related
measurements and testing to assure that the materials are within the acceptable
tolerances without affecting the designed mixes.

Reinforcement and Reinforcement Accessories

Reinforcement and its related accessories will be outlined in conformity to the relevant
method statement for Steel Rebar installation

Formworks
Formworks will be outlined in conformity to the relevant method statement for formwork
installation

Related materials
Related materials in concrete works like form release agents, fibres, bonding agents,
sealers, filler boards, water stops, vapour retarder, epoxy joint fillers, sealers, backer
chord, etc. will be in conformity to the relevant documents and comply with the
requirements of the technical specification for concrete works of QCS 2007 and appendix
A.
 Embedded materials
No sleeves shall be placed vertically or horizontally through beams unless reviewed and
approved by the engineer.

6.1 DESIGN MIXES AND APPLICATION TRIALS

Shall be in accordance with the project specifications and with the following requirements:

• Technical specification of concrete works Section 5 QCS 2007

6.2 PRE-CONCRETING or PRE-PLACEMENT ACTIVITIES

6.2.1 Pre-activity Meetings

Coordination between different disciplines will be done prior to commencing the concreting
of particular structure based on the submitted RFI’s by the execution team. A pre-activity
meeting will be held in order to provide the following information:
• The location of the structure to be concreted, particular grid, type, area, volume
etc.
• All necessary inspection to be performed as detailed in the relevant ITP-Inspection
and Test Plan for concrete works,
• Additional method statement is required or any special procedure not mentioned
under the method statement for rebar installation, method statement for
formworks installation and this method statement.
• Related Interfaces, coincidences and integration with all partners involved.
• Related NCR, Technical query, Technical deviation or concession request.
• Ensure shop drawings are in place and approved Released for Construction
Drawings.

Construction Manager Office Team will conduct a workshop presentation for the site
execution staff to assure acknowledgement of the activities methodologies, and further
conduct pre-placement activity meetings for specific activities to assure effectiveness of the
methodology and the utilization of resources.

The pre-placement activity meeting has to be set to assign all tools required, rate of
pouring, vibration and finishing procedures, staff requirements, testing specialties, traffic
flow, number of pumps, emergency plans if any, etc. Sample of the method and details to
be cleared in this meeting is in Attachment 1.

6.2.2 Surveying,
All surveying works will be performed in conformity to the relevant method statement.

6.2.3 Formwork installation

Formwork installation will be outlined in conformity to the relevant method statement.
6.2.4 Scaffolding

Decking Scaffolding
• There will be designed and specific shop drawings will be prepared by selected
Sub-contractor.
• All scaffolding shall be met according to basic design needs.
• All shop drawings will be issued for C Comments in accordance with dates shown
on the Deliverable List.

Access Scaffolding
All executed activities carried out according to agreed procedure shall be provided with
access scaffolding.

All access scaffolding on site will be carried out by selected Sub-Contractor in strict
compliance with following documents:

• Scaffolding Requirements
• Scaffold Procedures

6.2.5 Steel rebars fabrication and installation

Steel rebars installation will be outlined in conformity to the relevant method statement.

6.2.6 Embedded Installation

Embedded installations may be proposed by contractor and submitted for engineer’s
approval.

6.2.7 Joints installation

Care will be taken during joint installation to maintain proper joint function and assure
proper formwork support is in place and not to destroy the joint after concrete placement.

Location of joints and its details will be detailed in the construction method statement and
approved prior preparations.

All needed joint materials will be stored properly well in advance to avoid interruptions.

Construction Joints
Vertical/Horizontal Construction Joints:
• Horizontal construction joints shall not be made on beams, unless shown on the
documents or reviewed and approved by the engineer.
• Vertical construction joints should not be made at mid-span of beams or slabs
unless otherwise noted or shown or directed and their location shall be reviewed
and approved by the engineer adhering to design details

Expansion Joint
Expansion joints are used to limit the internal forces caused by thermally-induced stresses
due to volume changes or expected vibrations.
• Provide expansion joint to a structure or between two different rigid structures as
indicated in the shop drawing.
• Provide joint filler strip to cover the expansion joint, following the installation
requirement
 • Provide wide enough joint sealer compounds between the two isolated structure to
permit both horizontal and vertical movement. Joint sealer compound shall be
applied in accordance with the manufacturer recommendation.
• Water stops is required in water retaining structures with properly supporting
dowels free to move from one end and as indicated in the shop drawings.
Deflection variations shall be recovered by the design.

Isolation joints in Slabs-on-grade

After removing formworks or at already cast vertical members, install joint filler strips at
slab junctions with vertical surfaces.
• Extend joint filler strip full depth and width of joint, terminating flush with finished
concrete surface.
• Terminate joint filler strip finished concrete surface where joint sealants are
indicated.
• Lace or clip the section together when more than one length is required
• Use of polystyrene is allowed as a temporary filler material but it has to be
removed onward and replaced by backer chord and joint sealant.

6.3 PREPARATION AND APPROVAL (PRIOR CASTING INSPECTIONS)

• Each site engineer is entitled to submit to the QC Department through the
Construction Manager's Office a request for inspection and checklist for pre-
placement inspections for concrete works at least 48 hours prior concrete target
pouring schedule.
• QC inspection supervisor will liaise with the Construction Manager for situation and
related integrity to proceed with the said activity, and submit accordingly to Client
that may join in the Inspections.
• QC Inspector (Structural) will check the preparation, steel placement, overlapping,
anchoring as specified and in accord to the shop drawings.
• QC Inspectors (Electrical & Mechanical) will check the sleeves, embeds, tubes and
conduits and all items are set properly in its place.
• QC Inspectors (Structural and Materials) will check for joints needed and
preparation, existing joints preparation, cleanliness and laitance removal, spacers
and concrete cover if it is in accordance with Specifications and provisions of the
project.
• If all the above inspectors signed the request for inspection the request is
considered accepted for closing the shutter.
• After finalizing closing shutters, alignment and spacers installation, QC Inspectors
(Structural and Materials) will check the forms alignment and stability, spacers
and supports, casting level, pouring crew flat forms, access and facility to pouring
crew, tightness and cleanliness.
• All notes and discrepancies will be corrected / adjusted in this phase to avoid
future inconveniences.
• If the inspection indicates an acceptance signature from all Parties involved, the
structure requested can be scheduled for pouring.

Refer to the ITP for concrete works for more details and the RFI and checklists forms.

6.3.1 Scheduling
The concreting shall be scheduled well in advance to allow the control of geometry, block-
outs, insert, embeds, reinforcement and other activities.
 Codes of the mixes and a clear description of each mix (mix data) shall be made available
to the Concrete supplier at early stages of the works and in advance.

A Concrete Requisition shall be prepared by the concrete coordinator. The concrete

coordinator receives from section heads 3 days look ahead concrete requirements with all
data related to the pour to prepare a complete and accurate concrete in advance schedule
as required by the concrete supplier.

The concrete schedule will be verified for every next day by the concrete coordinator and
coordinated with QA/QC requirements and approvals, prior sending to the Concrete
supplier. A copy of which will be forwarded to Client's concrete coordinator, QA/QC
department and Independent testing Laboratory. (Attachment 1)

On the day of the pours, concrete orders shall be confirmed; the engineer in charge of the
pour confirms each pour requirement and readiness with the concrete coordinator and the
concrete coordinator confirms the same (make the order) with the Concrete supplier.

Any changes / amendments / deletions to the previously prepared concrete requisition

schedule shall be forwarded to the concrete coordinator without delay. The concrete
coordinator shall then amend the requisition to reflect the actual concrete activities and,
when confirming the order with the Concrete Supplier, he shall make sure that the
confirmation includes the latest information as amended.

6.3.2 Batching & Delivery

Concrete will be produced in the batching plants and delivered to site via concrete transit
mixers
• Aggregates' Moisture will be determined by Concrete Supplier prior batching and
in case of using automatic probes; these probes shall be checked continuously and
calibrated for effectiveness. in case of using speedy meters calibration curves shall
be utilized
• Aggregates stocks shall be protected from direct sunlight and contamination
• Mixers drums shall be assured to be empty prior batching
• Handling of aggregates from stocks shall be controlled to minimize segregation.
• The bins shall be kept full at all times to reduce segregation
• Avoid mixing of aggregates in the bins by the loader operator
• Large aggregates or lumps shall be removed by any means
• Assure clean mixer prior batching
• Enough cement and slag shall be available for the whole pour prior starting plus
and additional amount to allow for spillage, wastage or rejected concrete.
• Concrete Supplier technicians/Testing Agency will check the concrete prior sending
to site. The concrete initial slump, temperature, will be determined to check if it
falls within the range requested in the schedule (at site for slump). This data shall
be recorded with the delivery waybill.
• The transit mixers drum should be rotated at least 30 revolutions at maximum
speed before discharge at the job site, and the same applies after any addition.
• The mixing time prior batching to transit mixer shall not be less than 30 seconds
or the time needed so that the slump will not change further
• The batches shall be controlled by the plant operator and any batch with exceeded
tolerances shall be discarded outside of the transit mixer carrying the concrete to
site
• Concrete as tested in plant shall not be delivered to site if it will fall outside the
range requested
• Minimize mixing, transport and pouring time in hot weather placement
 • Any rejected concrete from site shall not be returned to site
• A super plasticizer (pure naphthalene Product) without any retardation effect will
be used to increase slump loss. QC Inspectors will monitor the super plasticizer
dosages and make sure that no additional water was added but merely to assist
the passage of the admixture
• Tests to determine the increase in workability and slump retention for the used
admixtures shall be performed along with the necessary tests for the density, pH,
and total dissolved solids for the admixtures.
• QA/QC Control form: Receiving Concrete/Additions/Conditions (as specified in the
ITP) will be filled up for every pour by the Site Engineer and submitted to QC
Department for filing and records.

Note: All statement regarding batching functions as mentioned above will be the
responsibility of the CSC and is only included in this method statement for general guidance
and expectation.

6.3.3 Field testing & initial acceptance criteria

Filed testing shall be performed on concrete at delivery by a qualified certified filed testing
technician. Frequency and applicable standards for the tests to be performed is stated
under the Inspection and tests plan for concrete works, and includes the following tests:
• Sampling
• Temperature
• Slump
• Air content
• Density (fresh unit weight)
• Cement and water contents
For any variance away from the accepted tolerances of the delivered concrete to that
approved in the job mix formula and the specified slump in the concrete request, the
concrete shall be rejected and the mixer discarded out of site, and the Concrete supplier
has to verify spillage of the concrete prior sending the same mixer back again to site.

The basic testing shall be performed by the Concrete supplier assigned testing agency,
additional testing will be conducted by the Independent testing agency and as directed by
the testing coordinator as deemed necessary.

Although concrete has been initially accepted, Concrete will remain unapproved till
Contractor receive the past strength reports as accepted to Client, else a verification of the
strength shall take place for the poured structures starting by NDT, DT and further curing
and testing, procedure of which shall be submitted separately as a Corrective measure for
this Non conformity.

6.4 CONCRETING (Cast in-situ)

6.4.1 Preparation
• Coordination between QA/QC Inspectors and execution team shall be done prior to
placing the concrete.
• All necessary field testing and initials acceptance shall be done prior to
commencing the pouring.
• The execution team shall provide enough pouring crews and tools as agreed in
pre- activity meeting.
• QC Inspectors will check the site for availability of all needed equipment, tools and
pouring crew
 • Finishing type and procedure shall be defined clearly in the pre-activity meeting
• Availability of a water source, fog spraying tools, curing tools, mechanical trowels
to aid in eliminating the cracks is essential
• Pumps shall be placed in strategic locations with respect to the agreed pouring
direction and accessibility of the transit mixers as defined in the pre-activity
meeting, traffic control section.
• Alternative plan shall be provided before concrete pouring to account for the
unforeseen interruptions in concreting (Ex. if the concrete pump failed to deliver
and the anticipation for the batching with respect to pending full transit mixers
resulting in spoiling of fresh concrete).
• Provide safe access that conforms for the pouring crews, technicians, QA/QC
inspector and Client representative.

6.4.2 Concrete Placement

Concrete placement shall be carried out in accordance with QCS 2007.

• Quality control on concrete mixtures shall be monitored to ensure smooth

running, consistent pumping operation and good quality of pumped concrete.
• The QA/QC inspector/Client representative will monitor the uniformity of the
concrete materials and consistency of mixes.
• Use only initially approved cohesive, non-segregating concrete mixes.
• Avoid displacing reinforcement, tendon, ducts and anchorages, or formwork, and
damage to the faces of formwork, especially when the concrete is allowed to fall
freely through the depth of lift. Consider the effect of lift height in massive section
of the concreted. Follow the depth of lift that was agreed from the pre-activity
meeting.
• Refer to QA/QC team whenever the temperature of the concrete rises which might
affect the workability and increase cracking potentials
• Do not spread the concrete across the surface of open textured formwork by
means of internal vibrators as this may lead to localized honey-combing,
differential mixes and inadequate bonding between the concrete and the
reinforcement.
• No concrete should be placed in flowing water. Under water, place concrete in
place by tremies or by pipeline from the mixer and never allow it to fall freely
through the water unless specifically designed for this purpose.
• All concrete shall be compacted using a mechanical vibration process.
• Inclined the boom of the concrete pump to minimize free fall distance to avoid
segregation, smaller size can be used for thin walls.
• Pumped concrete circulation frequency shall be in line with the rate of supply and
pouring rate.
• Do not add anything to the pump hopper during casting.
• Pipe aligning should not be vertically installed.
• The concrete pump hopper shall be always full of concrete to avoid additional air
entrapment to the mixes and maintain the pumping pressure rates.
• If concreting should stop for a period exceeding 30 minutes, the concrete in the
pipes and hopper shall be pumped outside the structure
• Pumping into Chutes installed apart for high walls is advantageous to avoid
segregation, displacing reinforcement, tendons, ducts and anchorages, and
damages to formwork surfaces.
6.4.3 Summer Weather Concreting
In summer weather special precautions are required to avoid the rapid loss of surface
moisture and/or rapid stiffening of the concrete which prevents its proper compaction,
further to the increased heat of hydration and setting.
High temperatures, high wind speed, low humidity are all under the precautions of hot
weather which will be the direct cause of settlement and plastic cracking and a reduction in
strength and durability of the concrete, further to the potential formation of cold joints.

• At the time of placing, concrete shall have a temperature lower than 32 °C, unless
it can be demonstrated that a higher temperature will not have any detrimental
effects on the concrete, or it is covered by the application methods. Refer to
QA/QC Team for criteria of acceptance
• In some instances, concerting of open surfaces may not be allowed as the risks
cannot be covered by available application procedures
• The temperature of the concrete can be reduced by using chilled water, colder
aggregates, reducing the mixing and delivery times, controlling the surface
temperature of the mixers, the mixture components, etc.
• Particular attention will be given in placing, consolidation, floating, fog spraying or
any other mean to protect the surface from drying prior to bleeding.
• To prevent moisture loss from the concrete, provide curing system immediately to
open surfaces initial bull floating.
• If the surface is not to be marked, it is best to provide the initial curing with
sheets of impervious material (polyethylene), preferably pigmented to reflect
radiation, supported away from the surface and fastened at the edges to prevent
droughts.
• Rate of evaporation from the concrete surface shall be determined prior
scheduling the pour; accordingly, the QA/QC team shall decide the pouring and
protection procedure or advice for rescheduling the pour if the rate is too high
• Provision of shading from wind if practicable and additional available water to
keep the surface wet after bull floating will aid in decreasing the afore-mentioned
risks
• Use of curing compounds (like those that can be mixed with water to spray the
concrete) where allowed, will aid in reducing the evaporation
• Continuous flow of concrete is essential
• Increased rate of pouring and double crews for faster application
• Preparatory for cracking recovery in case it developed fast prior concrete
hardening
• Provision for curing boxes for laboratory samples is essential for acceptance
purposes, further to a shaded area for sampling and testing.

6.4.4 Concreting In Winter Weather

In Nigeria site/project location, extremely cold weather is not encountered or historically

recorded. However, precautions shall be given to:

• The differential setting times between summer and winter

• Differential temperature between day and night
• High wind speeds in winter time
• The time of formwork removal due to lower hydration rate and strength gain
• In case the temperature is expected to fall below freezing point after concreting,
precautions such as using anti freeze in the concrete mixes or assuring a
 minimum strength of above 10 N/mm2, or another specified mixes using air
entrained
Admixtures if QC requires.

6.4.5 Consolidation

To cover properly the congested steel structures, shove away coarse aggregates particles
from the forms, and to facilitate movements of excess water and air pockets and entrapped
air to the top surface of concrete.
• Number of vibrators required is dependent on the pouring rates of concrete, and
will be decided in the pre-activity meeting.
• Compact thoroughly the concrete using applicable vibrator or other means during
placing. Vibrate the concrete until the expulsion of air has practically ceased and
in a manner that does not promote segregation.
• Vibration on the location of congested reinforcement, duct, sleeves, anchors,
embedded items should be carefully executed to eliminate the voids or honey
combs that may affect the appearance or integrity of the concrete.
• Over-vibration should be avoided to minimize the risk of forming a weak surface
layer (sand streak, scaling and lower concrete strength)
• Consolidate concrete by layers.
• Consolidate the concrete by inserting Vibrator heads vertically and slowly into
concrete. QA/QC inspector will monitor any irregularities on the use of internal
vibrators.
• Vibrate the flowable concrete between 3 to 5 seconds, and up to 15 seconds for
low slump/workability concrete.
• Pull out the vibrator vertically and at a maximum rate of 7 cm/sec. Insertion
offsets of 1.5 times the radius of influence of the vibrator.
• Insertion shall penetrate slightly to the preceding layer to knit both layers
together.
• Secure the approval of QA/QC inspector/Client whenever the use of air-entraining
admixtures and plasticizing admixtures to improve the handling and placing
characteristics of fresh concrete.
• In case of external vibrators, use those that conform to the design of the
formworks to ensure efficient compaction and to avoid surface blemishes.
• Care should be taken on the type of vibrating procedure to account for the energy
transition whenever a permanent formwork is incorporated.
• Extra care is required to ensure full compaction of the concrete since this cannot
be checked when the formwork is removed.
• Vibrate thoroughly the concrete containing Slag cement to decrease the effect of
settlement due to self consolidation.
• Concrete containing fibre reinforcement materials affect the workability and
should be vibrated thoroughly to have a good compacted mass.

6.4.6 Finishing & Setting

Top surfaces of concrete in walls, beams, buttresses and floors shall be finished to the
proper level and, if specified, to the required slopes. No holes or rough patches shall
remain. Surfaces requiring subsequent plastering or tiling shall be rough-finished to
provide a proper key for the finishing layer.
Type of finish shall be as outlined in the following document:
• Technical specification for concrete works (QCS 2007)
 After initial setting of the concrete, any disturbance thereon (e.g. from walking, wheeling
over or vibration of the form work) shall be prevented until the concrete has sufficiently
hardened.
Protect the reinforcement, anchor bolts, embeds, etc. projecting from the concrete from
disturbance during hardening of the concrete.

Screeding and Strike-Off

• Set the level guide using rigid metal or wood true to level and achieving the
specified grade in accordance with project requirement and as indicated in the
shop drawing. Set the level guide in a manner that it can be easily removed after
screeding and strike off process.
• Screed surface of the last layer with a straight edge and strike off (preferably
aluminium bar) concrete surface to correct elevation directly after vibrating the
last layer.
• One person shall be holding the straight edge from each side, and careful
backward and forward motions like sawing and occasional tamping where required
then repeating the strike off process is helpful to maintain a smooth surface to
facilitate bull floating.
• The area to be screeded shall not be extended very long, where it will be very
difficult to control be the screeding operators and increased drying of the surface
will occur. A good practice to avoid this and speed up the available concrete is to
pour a layer up to the reinforcing level preceded by another layer to the required
level or double the finishing crews.

Bull Floating/Power Floating

• The direct step after screeding and strike off for all kinds of finishes.
• Proceed to initial floating using bull float, Darby, or modified highway
straightedges before any excess moisture or bleeding water is present on the
surface to prevent dusting or scaling. This process will set the remaining voids and
drain aggregates, level all area and cover air buckets left after screeding until we
get a smooth surface.
• In the event that multiple floating passes are required, each floating operation
should be made perpendicular to the direction of the previous pass.
• Do not disturb the surface after floating for a specified time to allow bleeding to
take place (Refer to QC inspector notes regarding this time).
• Power floating can also be applied by the time the concrete is hard enough to
carry the load of the power float. This is to eliminate the minor cracks appearing
as the concrete hardens.
• Prevent the surface from drying during this time by fog spraying or spraying softly
water incorporated with liquid solvent curing compound.

Trowelling
• Start finishing the surface with metal trowels directly after bleeding and when the
concrete is accessible, covering the whole area. Wet the surface if necessary prior
to trawling if the surface is very dry.
• Proceed to additional trawling if necessary until we get the desire surface finish.
• Final finishing of the concrete surface will depend on the use and the type of sub-
sequent layer/screeds. (e.g. sheet Vinyl, self finished resin, safety flooring, carpet
tiles, etc.)
 • Re-trawling may be needed if plastic shrinkage crack appears in some areas after
the last trawling operation, additional water may be use to assist trawling to close
the cracks.
• There will be at one person to monitor those hairline cracks resulting from plastic
shrinkage cracking to cover prior to expending.
• Mechanical trawling is recommended especially in hot weather and large areas
• Two passes of mechanical trawling will produce a smooth finish
• When cracking is spreading drastically only mechanical trowels will aid to recover
it prior drying of the concrete.
For sloping surfaces, especially very steep, a separate method statement schedule for
application and finishing will be provided in order to give more and specific detail on the
process. (Attachment 1)

Finishing Types
Top surfaces of concrete in walls, beams and floors shall be finished to the proper level and,
if specified, to the required slopes. No holes or rough patches shall remain. Surfaces
requiring subsequent plastering or tiling shall be rough-finished to provide a proper key for
the finishing layer.

For Slabs and Floors

• For smooth finish: Apply first trowel finish after bleed water comes up and
consolidate concrete by hand or power-driven trowels. Continue Trowelling passes
and restraighten until surface is free of trowel marks and uniform in texture and
appearance.

• For broom finish: Immediately after float finishing, slightly roughen trafficked
surface by brooming with fibre-bristle broom perpendicular to main traffic route.

• For Trowel and Fine-Broom Finish: Apply a partial trowel finish, stopping after
second trowelling, to surfaces indicated on Architectural Drawings and to surfaces
where ceramic or quarry tile is to be installed by either thickset or thin-set
method. Immediately after second trowelling, and when concrete is still plastic,
slightly scarify surface with a fine broom.

• For Scratch Finish: Apply scratch finish to surfaces to receive concrete floor
topping or mortar setting beds for ceramic or quarry tile, Portland cement
terrazzo, and other bonded cementitious floor finishes and where indicated in
drawings. While still plastic, texture concrete surface that has been screeded and
bull-floated.

For Formed Structures

• Rough-Formed Finish: As-cast concrete texture imparted by form-facing
material with tie holes and defective areas repaired and patched. Fins and other
projections exceeding limits for class of surface specified shall be removed. Sand
blasting, bush- hammer or any other roughing tool may be used for areas
designated for stucco or as required.
• Smooth-Formed Finish: As-cast concrete texture imparted by form-facing
material, arranged in an orderly and symmetrical manner with a minimum of
seams. Tie holes and defective areas shall be Repaired and patched. Fins and
other projections to be removed.
Apply to concrete surfaces exposed to public view or to be covered with a coating
or covering material applied directly to concrete, such as waterproofing damp
proofing, veneer plaster or painting.
 • Rubbed Finish: No later than one day after form removal, moisten concrete
surfaces and rub with carborundum brick or another abrasive until producing a
uniform colour and texture. Do not apply cement grout other than that created by
the rubbing process.
• Related Unformed Surfaces: At tops of walls, horizontal offsets, and similar
unformed surfaces adjacent to formed surfaces, strike off smooth and finish with a
texture matching the adjacent formed surfaces.

6.4.7 Curing and Protection

• Concrete shall be cured by an approved means in accordance with QCS.

6.5 CONCRETING (BLINDING OR LEAN)

Cement SRC
Grade C20/20
Minimum Cement Content 370kg/m3
Maximum W/C Ratio 0.50

6.6 CONCRETING (SCREEDS)

Layer of screed materials to be laid in situ, directly into a base, bonded or un-bonded, or
into an intermediate layer or insulating layer, to obtain one or more of the following
purposes:

• To obtain a defined level

• To carry the final drawing
• To provide a wearing surface
Apply screed mixes as flowable mixes, true to level, and finished to the required target for
use.
Pouring of screed will be limited in dimensions to decrease shrinkage and allow for finishing
facilities.

Screed mixes can be laid after erecting the building Skeleton, provided that proper flexible
joints are added to the pump pipes.

A broom finished concrete surface is preferable under screed especially for sloped surfaces
to decrease the sliding forces else a bonding agent shall be applied to ensure proper
bonding

Refer to trial mixes to measure the practical application procedure and shrinkage potentials.

6.7 POST PLACEMENT

6.7.1 Curing Maintenance

Extend curing of the concrete until such time the concrete surfaces are sufficiently
impermeable and the concrete attain sufficient desired strength.
• The duration of curing may extend when a relative low humidity of the air,
sunshine, high wind accelerates the drying of the unprotected concrete surface at
early stage of hydration.
• Refer to the specified curing period or otherwise the QA/QC team/Client will
provide specific duration for special cases.
6.7.2 Summer/Winter Weather Protection

Summer Weather Protection

• Curing should be continued for at least the first 10 days. If a change in curing
method is made during this period, it should be done only after the concrete is 3
days old.
• Hot weather patterns likely to cause thermal cracking include wide day and night
temperature differences and cold rain. Under these conditions, the concrete
should be protected by placing wet hessian cloth overlain with polyethylene sheet
over the concrete, using water of controlled temperature or by using other
insulating methods and materials as described above.

Winter Weather Protection

In Nigeria where extremely cold weather is not recorded. However, precautions shall be
given to:

• Prevent immature concrete from freezing due to wetting of burlap. Anticipate the
water curing procedures in such case.
• The effect of Low rate of concrete strength development which may lead to delays
in subsequent construction can be eliminated by decreasing retarder or using
accelerators or continuously using pre-heated water such that the concrete
temperature will be reasonably maintained.
• Extended period of time before striking the formworks in consideration on the
effect of low rate in strength development of new concreter.

6.8 FORMWORK REMOVAL, SHORING AND RESHORING

6.8.1 Formwork Removal

Minimum period before striking
Surface temperature of the concrete
Type of Formworks
16 °C and above t °C (any temp.
between 0 °C and 16
°C)
Vertical formworks to column, walls and larges 12 h [300/(t + 10)]h
beams
Soffit formworks to slabs 4 days [100/(t + 10)]days
Soffit formworks to beams and props slabs 10 days [250/(t + 10)]days
Props to beams 14 days [360/(t + 10)]days

Remove formwork, for beams sides, walls, columns and similar parts of the Work that does
not support weight of concrete after cumulatively curing at not less than 10 deg C for 24
hours after placing concrete provided that concrete is hard enough and not to be damaged
by form-removal operations.

Remove formwork for beam soffits, joists, slabs, and other structural element that supports
weight of concrete in place only if the below conditions are fulfilled:

• At least 70% of 28-day compressive strength is achieved yet not before 4 days of
pouring
 • If shores have been arranged to permit removal of forms without loosening or
disturbing shores.

Clean and repair surfaces of forms to be reused in the work. Split, fray, delaminated, or
otherwise damaged form-facing material will not be acceptable for exposed surfaces. Apply
new form-release agent.

When forms are reused, clean surfaces, remove fins and surplus, and tighten to close
joints. Align and secure joints to avoid offsets. Do not use patched forms for exposed
concrete surfaces unless approved.

The above table is a simple guide when the above are not a governing factor.

Maintain properly the formworks material to be re-used; the execution team shall take into
account the bearing capacity of reused forms, stiffness and safety.

6.8.2 Shores and Re-shores

Comply with QCS 2007 for design, installation, safety requirements and removal of
Falsework.

Extend shoring or reshoring in multi-story construction over a sufficient number of stories

to distribute loads in such a manner that no floor or member will be excessively loaded or
will induce tensile stress in concrete members without sufficient steel reinforcement.

Use a plan sequences of removal of shores and re-shores to avoid damage to concrete.

Locate and provide adequate reshoring to support construction without excessive stress or
deflection. Use appropriate specification and approved shop drawing.

6.9 CONCRETE REPAIRS

For methodology and details, refer to the Method Statement for Repair of Concrete Works.

6.10 SURFACE PROTECTION

Surface finishing will commence immediately after minimum curing procedure or any
concrete repairs have been in place. Refer to water proofing method statement for details.

7.0 QUALITY CONTROL

7.0.1 General Requirements

Contractor will monitor the field testing performed by the Concrete Supplier's testing
agency which is in charge of the concrete testing as per the specification requirements. All
tests and records by the concrete supplier shall be reported to Contractor.

Contractor will assign Independent Testing Laboratory that shall be approved by

Management/ CLIENT to conduct field and laboratory tests on concrete and concrete
materials.

The Quality Control team will monitor all the activities starting from preliminary phase till
the follow up and final acceptance as described in the Inspection and Tests Plan.
7.0.2 Records
Contractor will supervise the Testing Agency and maintain records and reports in
accordance with the applicable codes and standards and shall keep a daily record of all the
works carried out including:

• Request for Inspection and Clearance form

• QA/QC Control Form-Receiving Concrete/Additions/Conditions
• Check List for Pre-Placement Concrete Gen
• QA/QC Control Form- Steel Rebars Fabrication/Preservation
• QA/QC Control Form-Post Placement (Surface) Inspection
• QA/QC Control Form-Placement Inspection
• Log form Non conformity/Corrective Actions Log Summary
• Concrete Schedule
• During progress form
• All concrete materials testing including cement and slag
• Steel tests and mill tests certificates
• NDT and DT testing
• Concrete field testing and batching reports
• Hardened concrete testing (ex. Strength, unit weight, cement content, core tests,
chloride permeability tests, sulphates intrusion tests….)

7.0.3 Final Acceptance Criteria

Concrete supplier will provide strength reports within 2 days of testing to the contractor of
all sampled concrete on site.

A record shall be logged by the Contractor for all delivered and sampled concrete.

Additional testing will be performed by the Contractor's independent testing laboratory as

requested by the testing coordinator.

Any failure in strength of the Concrete tested in the contractor's premises or reported by
the Concrete supplier, a call for structural evaluation will be arranged either by NDT or DT
to evaluate the concrete in the structure after a specified age by calling an approved third
party (a design evaluation or predefined procedure maybe required). A separate procedure
will be provided for these matters as a Corrective measure for the Non conformity.

8.0 BUILT IT RIGHT FIRST TIME (BIRFT) INITIATIVE

This method statement details the requirements for concrete works, accordingly reflects
the importance of the requirement of the BIRFT initiative. The use of this method in
scheduling, integrity coordination, handling, concrete pouring, protection, curing and
testing is crucial to mitigate many flaws related to concreting works.
The following measures shall be performed in order to ensure that this method statement
is applied correctly from BIRFT requirements:
• Training of inspection staff on the correct application of this method statement.
• Audit shall be made to all operations to ensure proper implementation of this
method and controlled inspections
• Inspection on cleanliness maintenance, like embeds, preservation and
protection of rebars and other related materials cleanliness applications shall
be deemed necessary to avoid the related hazards.
 • Inspection checklist for all activities, continuous monitoring of the concreted
structures, and statistical evaluation of defects and repairs.
• The cleanliness shall be carried out from preparation until the next phase of
construction works.
The checklists and QA/QC control forms are inputs for LIs/KPIs to assure mitigation actions
are undertaken for various risks of flaw and to monitor and evaluate the performance of
the system.
BIRFT core team members, has introduced the cleanliness part checks and monitoring in
the Check lists (Available in the ITP) to assure mitigation of flaws relevant to the
associated items and further to improve the performance of the General Concrete Works
ATTACHMENTS:
Attachment 1: Sample scheduled Method Statement
Attachment 2: Job Safety Analysis
Attachment 3: Inspection and Test Plan Matrix

Attachment 1: Sample scheduled Method Statement

1. One set of samples (cylinders or cubes) will be taken for each m 3 concrete
2. Our pouring slump to be 160+ 40 mm, with the use of HRWR and retarded admixtures at
plant, and separate use of super plasticiser if required on site
3. Temperature ,measure of the concrete will be tested for each composite sample
4. Moisture contents in aggregates will be tested at batch plants to check the moisture probes
5. The m3 specified pouring rate will cover metres longitudinally for one thrd thickness of the
foundation(....cms), which should be consolidated properly,thenstat filling the successive
layer,these step will be repeated throughout the the whole volume of the raft
6. Two foremen from the.....crew will be available for directing the boom of each pump.
7. Finally, good material and equipments in the hands of competent and knowledgeable people
will always produce good results. this is particularly true for pumped concrete

Third consolidation
1. Six mechanical internal vibrator of frequency exceeding 8500 vibration per minute while in
concrete,with head diameter 30 & 50mm will be used for this pour.
2. A trained crew (12 skilled labour) from infra structure crew is trained for proper use of these
vibrator.
3. Radius of action for these vibrators is 130 – 250mm
4. Distance between insertions not to exceed 300mm
5. Time of vibration in first layer of concrete to be 3 to 5 second for plastic concrete, to cover
properly the congested steel structures, shove away coarse aggregates particles from the
forms, and to facilitate movement of excess water and air pockets and entrapped air to the
top surface of concrete.
6. Striking off and levelling of the last layer to be carried an after vibration.
7. Time of vibration of the second layer to be 5 to 10 seconds with penetration of the preceding
layer up to 150mm. The vibration should be manipulated in an up and dawn motion to knit
the two layers together. The vibrator should be withdrawn gradually with a series of up and
dawn motions.
8. Rate of pull out of vibration from concrete to be 7.5cm/second maximum.
9. Vibrator insertions to be vertically only.

Fourth: Finishing
1. Second surface of last layer with a straight wooden edge and strike off concrete surface to
correct elevations directly after vibrating the last layer.(four persons for each pump)
2. Proceed with bull floating to level all area and drain aggregates and cover air buckets, till we
get a smooth surface.(four persons for each pump)
3. Do not further disturb the surface for around 150 minute to allow for bleeding to take place
(refer to the QC inspector notes regarding this time).
4. Prevent the surface from drying during this time.(2 person for wetting)
5. Proceed with fine trowel finish as specified in method statement.
6. Two person should check clearly for any hair cracks resulting from plastic shrinkage cracking
to cover before expending by re-traweling

Fifty: Curing
1. Immediately after final set of concrete,spread the burlap and fill with water then cover with
polyethylene sheet as specified in the method statement.
2. The curing system shall be weather for pouring concrete without additional precautions.

Sixth: Hot Weather Precaution

 The expected temperature is around 13°c wind speed is less than 4km/hr the humidity is
around 80% which is a perfect weather for pouring concrete without additional precautions.

Seventh: Emergency plans

In case of shortage of concrete the concrete supplier contractor shall back up from a
concrete subcontractor, else provision for construction joint will be installed during work by
will assist.
Please be informed that a pre activity meeting with a full presentation by the construction
manager and project QC manager of all what afore-mention, will be set the site office with
the construction management team and concrete crew for this pour.
Attachment 2: Job Safety Analysis

JOB BEING ANALIZED : JHA NO: REV. NO:

Concrete Works (General)
WORK LOCATION JOB PERFORMERS :
JHA PERFORMED BY : DEPARTMENT : HSSE DATE :

JHA APPROVED BY : DEPARTMENT : DATE :

CLIENT’S APPROVAL : CLIENT : DATE :

WHERE REQUIRED)
CHANGING CONDITIONS AND
EMERGENCY PROCEDURES
Stop work, switch off equipment,
Supervisor directs personnel to nearest
and safest Muster point considering wind
direction.
Supervisor accounts for all workers.
Missing persons are reported to HSSE
Department.
When all clear is given, check with HSSE
Department before resuming the work.
General job requirements/common ppe
A) HSE Induction,
B) Hard Hat,
C) Hearing Protection
D) Safety Glasses Dark & Clear,
E) Cotton Coveralls,
F) Safety Shoes/Boots,
G) Hand Gloves
H) Hi-Visibility Vests
I) Pre Start Tool Box Talk/ TSTI
Performed
J) Barricade and Signage of the Area
1 Pre-task The work force does not M Ensure that the pre task briefing is given out in a language L Y
briefing and understand the pre task understood by the work force, have it translated. Ask question
inspection briefing therefore does regarding the briefing to get feed back from the staff, this ensures
not understand the full comprehension.
potential dangers and
control measures to be
Issue any required PPE and replace PPE that has signs of defect. PPE
implemented.
must include both hearing protection as well as dust inhalation
protection.
2 Survey and Personnel Injury due to M Take Cold Work. L Y
Marking Slip/Trip/Fall on same Site safety inspection prior to start Eliminate hazards.
level.
Work only at bright light
Survey equipment falls
Barricade around existing pits / trench if any Legs of the tripod shall
due to wind or by hitting
be well inserted into ground.
vehicle.
Employ certified Banks man and control vehicle speed
Wind carried particle
hitting eyes No activity at the time of heavy wind, sand storm.
Hand injuries Brief staff to Use eye protection with side shield
Heat stress Correct hand tools & hand gloves
Dust exposure Adequate / available potable drinking water, available shaded rest
areas and smoking booths.
Rebar edges hit
personnel Brief staff to wear Appropriate dust mask.
Rebar extremes shall be provided with wooden / rubber cap
3 Mortar mix shall Skin irritation, H All masons involved shall wear their full PPE including rubber hand L Y
be prepared respiratory irritation / gloves and gum boots to prevent skin contact with the mortar mix.
(sufficient eye injury during this Safety glasses and dust mask shall be worn to protect against
quantity to activity. splashes.
ensure that the Ground contamination. Fresh clean water shall be available to wash at the location.
mix is
workable) Precaution must be taken to prevent mortar mix being spilt. Any
spillages must be cleared up and disposed off at suitable storage
areas until removal from site to an approved disposal facility.
4 Scaffolding Collapse of scaffolding H Take cold work permit to erect scaffolding.
Fall of men / material
from scaffolding
L Y
Scaffolding shall be done by qualified scaffolding personnel only.
Daily checking and ensuring green tag. Red tag scaffolding must not
be used
Ensure soil below scaffolding legs are firm enough.
Provide wall ties and restrict the load to maximum allowable as
indicated on scaffolding tag.
Adequate barricading for working platform (top, mid rail and toe
guard).
Wear full body harness while erecting scaffolding.
Use hoisting system to take paint and other equipment on to
scaffolding. Do not use the rails or platform to lift heavy equipment.
Keep paint tins secured within scaffolding rails.
Keep brush/roller inside the paint container.
Don’t carry items in hand whilst climbing ladder.
5 Carpenters shall Fall from height. H If working at height is required then all staff must be provided with L Y
place form work Back injury. full body harness fitted with dual shock absorbing lanyards secured
and formwork to a fixed point (tie off point).
Hand / Finger injury.
supports in All work at height must be carried out from a purpose built platform
preparation of Leg / Foot injury
(scaffold) unless alternative access is approved by the Engineer.
concrete pour. Imbalance
All staff involved must be briefed on safe manual handling
techniques. Loads should always be mechanically lifted where
possible. If manual handling is required the load must be moved or
lifted by adequate number of people to reflect the weight of the
material.
All staff must be issued with and wear the correct type of heavy
duty hand gloves to protect against splinters and cuts.
Carpenters must avoid placing their hands in potential pinch point
locations to eliminate the risk of crush injury.
Power saws must be fitted with guards.
Power saw shall be inspected before use.
Manual saws must be used without placing a finger as a guide.
Correct type use of other manual hand tools must be adhered to
avoid the risk of hand injuries.
Nails if any to be removed from the location

6 The reinforcing Struck by load. M If a crane is used to manoeuvre the load all other activities in the L Y
bars shall be Back /hand injuries area must be stopped.
placed in the No loads are to be lifted over the top of workers.
form work
If the reinforcing bars are manually placed both care to avoid pinch
points as well as correct manual handling techniques must be used.
Heavy duty hand gloves must be issued and used by all staff
involved in this activity.
7 The bottom of Fall from height. M If working at height is required then all staff must be provided with L Y
the area to be full body harness fitted with dual shock absorbing lanyards secured
concreted shall to a fixed point (tie off point).
be wetted prior All work at height must be carried out from a purpose built platform
to the pour. (scaffold) unless alternative access is approved by the Engineer.

8 The concrete Struck by vehicle. H All vehicles entering the site must be controlled and directed by
mixer / pump Concrete pump topples
manoeuvre into over.
position ready
Ground contamination
to pour.
Vehicle topple in the
excavated area
9 Concrete Fall from height. H If working at height is required then all staff must be provided with
pouring Struck by discharge pipe
Chute bursting in case of
excessively applied
pressure
Loosening of clamps of
connectors causing
splashing of concrete
everywhere nearby.
Use of retarder can
cause health problems
Depending on the height a ladder that is fixed and supported may
be acceptable access to carry out this task
L Y
Banksmen when manoeuvring in areas near pedestrians (work
force).
In case of excavated area, while pouring concrete, the vehicle to be
parked at least 1.5 m away from the edge of the excavated area.
The area assigned for the concrete mixer and pump to operate from
must be prepared, it should be level and compacted.
The concrete pump must deploy its outriggers fully prior to elevating
the pump discharge pipe.
Precaution must be taken to prevent concrete being spilt in areas
where it is not intended to be poured.
All plant and equipment must be free from leaks and mechanical
defects.
Any spillages must be reported immediately and cleared up and
disposed of at suitable storage areas until removal from site to an
EPA approved disposal facility.
L Y
full body harness fitted with dual shock absorbing lanyards secured
to a fixed point (tie off point).
All work at height must be carried out from a purpose built platform
(scaffold) unless alternative access is approved by the Engineer.
The pipe must be supported at all times and not permitted to swing
free.
Check clamps and hoses regularly.
In case of chute choking, do not apply excess pressure than the
required pressure
MSDS to be available. Required PPE as per MSDS to be used.
10 The placed Fall from height. H If working at height is required then all staff must be provided with L Y
concrete shall Vibration related injury. full body harness fitted with dual shock absorbing lanyards secured
be agitated by to a fixed point (tie off point).
Smoke– respiratory
vibrator All work at height must be carried out from a purpose built platform
problems
(scaffold) unless alternative access is approved by the Engineer.
Suitable hand gloves must be worn by the man operating the
vibrator to reduce the vibration effects
Use of dust / gas masks
11 Concrete Fall from height. H If working at height is required then all staff must be provided with L Y
surfaces shall Concrete burns / eye, full body harness fitted with dual shock absorbing lanyards secured
be finished by hand injury during this to a fixed point (tie off point).
masons. activity All work at height must be carried out from a purpose built platform
(scaffold) unless alternative access is approved by the Engineer.
All masons involved shall wear their full PPE including hand gloves &
gum boots to prevent skin contact with the concrete.
Safety glasses shall be worn to protect against splashes.
Fresh clean water shall be available to wash at the location.
12 Water Fall from height. M If working at height is required then all staff must be provided with L Y
absorbent Pressured water can full body harness fitted with dual shock absorbing lanyards secured
material cause stones to fly in air to a fixed point (tie off point).
(Hessian) shall Use of curing
be placed over compounds. All work at height must be carried out from a purpose built platform
the concrete (scaffold) unless alternative access is approved by the Engineer
Cemented water in the
and curing (by form of paste can cause All personnel to wear safety glass.
water) process environment pollution MSDS to be available for curing compound.
shall commence
The polluted to be collected and disposed to EPA approved site
for the next 7
days kept
continually
wetted.
13 Removal of Fall from height. H If working at height is required then all staff must be provided with L Y
form work, Struck by load. full body harness fitted with dual shock absorbing lanyards secured
screeding, Hand injuries. to a fixed point (tie off point).
strike off, Crush injury, cut, slip or
trawelling work trip. All work at height must be carried out from a purpose built platform
 Skin irritation due to (scaffold) unless alternative access is approved by the Engineer.
cement. If a crane is used to manoeuvre the load all other activities in the
area must be stopped.

No loads are to be lifted over the tops of workers.

Correct use of all hand tools as well as the supply and use of heavy
duty hand gloves.

All material must be properly stacked to avoid toppling. All wood

must be denailed prior to stacking. Nails if spilled, to be removed
from site.
A barrier must be placed around the stockpile until it can be
removed from the site.

Use of required PPE like hand gloves, safety glass etc.

14 House keeping Slip, trip. M Maintain proper housekeeping before and after the job. Be sure that L Y
the existing hole of the false floor is properly covered.
Cables and hoses shall be routed so as not to block access ways.
Maintain daily good housekeeping to ground areas and at elevated
work platforms.

Remove all unwanted material, men & equipment.

15 Hazardous Hazardous waste H Any hazardous waste generated is to be disposed off as per the EPA L Y
Waste generated can cause regulation using the hazardous waste manifest and the waste to be
Management environment pollution disposed off in the approved site only.

Emergency Response Plan: During the activity all staff must be aware of the ERP for that activity.
In the event of an injury during this task the HSE Officer shall ensure that first aid treatment is available for the activity. The casualty shall be
treated at the scene in the first instance. Should further treatment be required the closest vehicle to the scene of the incident shall be deemed
the ERP vehicle to take the casualty to the nearest clinic for further treatment.
 In the unlikely event that somebody is struck by debris or the trencher itself the casualty shall not be moved at all unless there is an
immediate threat to life by the location they are in or by the nature of the injuries sustained. An ambulance shall immediately be called to the
scene; in the meantime the Primary First Aider shall ensure the stability of the casualty.

In the event of a fire during the activity then the fire extinguishers at the scene should be used to tackle the blaze if possible, all staff should
be evacuated from the location to a pre agreed location at the start of the activity. Fire services should be called immediately to assist. All
engines and electrical sources should be switched off and isolated.

During in any ERP all other activities in the area shall immediately be stopped until advised otherwise by the Senior Staff at the scene. Once
the ERP has been activated and the immediate threat is controlled the Project Management must be informed of the incident or accident.

The scene should be sealed, either by staff or barriers if possible to ensure that his area remains the same for photographs and other
investigation steps that may be required. Depending on the nature and severity of the incident the Police may be required to attend the scene
and to carry out their own investigation.

For investigation purposes all people who were involved in the activity are to identify themselves to the HSE Officer to assist in the
investigation.

All staff involved in the activity must be aware of this ERP prior to the start of work.
Key: PROB. = Probability, L.C = Legal Compliance
L = LOW, UNLIKELY TO OCCUR, M = MEDIUM, POSSIBILITY IT MAY OCCUR, H= HIGH PROBABILITY IT WILL OCCUR.

Checked By (Supervisor/HSE Dept)- To Be Signed Off Before Work Commence

Name, Sign & Date:
Name, Sign & Date:
 Attachment 3: Inspection and Test Plan
INSPECTION AND TEST PLAN CONCRETE WORKS

Contract No.: Contract: ITP Reference No.:

Discipline: Civil Reference Procedure/Method Statement/Specs.:
Method Statement for Concrete Works
Activit Activity Characteristics to Frequency of Controlling Acceptance Verifying Inspection
y No Description verify testing/Inspecti Document Criteria Documents
on S/C Contract CLIEN
or T
1.0 Preliminary
Phase
1.1 Concrete Supply
Subcontractor
Approval
1.1.1 Submit Contractor Prior approval QCS 2007 Approved Letter of approval H H R
nominated approved by AJP and use of Subcontractor
concrete supply or Project subcontractor
contractor for prepared supplier
approval by list
Client
1.1.2 Preparation and Subcontractor Prior to QCS 2007 Documents Approved H H/R R
approval of QMS Documents: commencemen approval by AJP Documents/
subcontractor ITP’s, Method t of work & Client Transmittal Note
Quality Statement’s
documents
1.1.3 Batching plant Approval of type, Prior Manufacturer Passes TUV Certification, H R R
capacity, commencemen DS, acceptance Maintenance
production rate, t Project criteria record.
location & Specification Calibration Test
Personnel, Appendix A Certificate of
Efficiency & QCS 2007 Balances & Probes
Quality Control
1.1.4 Equipment and All parts are Initial Manufacturer Passes TUV Certification, H R R
Apparatus, functional certification DS, acceptance Maintenance
Mixers and properly and and continuous QCS 2007, BS criteria Record.
Pumps effective as checking 206-1, BS Calibration Test
planned for use 8500 Certificate of
Equipments
1.2 Mix Designs
1.2.1 Prepare and Mix designs to be Prior to use/ Project Project Approved design H R R
submit for in accordance approval Specification Specification mix
approval mix with designated Appendix A, Appendix, QCS
designs grades in contract QCS 2007, BS 2007
specification EN 206-1

1.2.2 Carry out field Mix design Design Mix Project Cubes strength Laboratory test H R R
test for mix complies with the trials Specification @ 28 days > to result
design requirements of Appendix-A. design. <5% of
the specification QCS 2007, BS cubes fail
EN 206-1
1.3 Materials
1.3.1 Source of Engineering Prior to use Project Approved by Approval H R H
Materials approval required Specification Engineer certificate
for the material Appendix-A.
source QCS 2007, BS
EN 206-1
1.3.2 Physical and In accordance Initial and Project Materials as Laboratory test S/R S/R S
chemical with project continuous specification , ordered & in results, Materials
properties, specifications monitoring QCS 2007 accordance with receipt reports
analysis & test specified physical
properties
1.3.3 Offloading and Stockpiling is Every delivered QCS 2007, BS Materials Laboratory Test S/R S/R S
Stockpiling proper. Periphery batch, Visual, EN 206-1 physical Results
handling Protection and continuous properties
access road. inspections remain within
Handling Without, specification
segregation &
same moisture
content
1.4 Materials Testing
1.4.1 Cement In accordance Each batch to Project Compliance to QC/ Test forms, S/R S/R S
with project have Specification Specs Mill certificates
specifications manufacturer’s QCS 2007
test certificates
(if certificates
aren’t available
the contractor
shall take
representative
samples from
different bags
or containers of
each
consignment,
or as required
by the
Engineer)
1.4.2 Aggregates In accordance Refer Project QP- Technical Compliance to QC/ Test Forms S/R S/R S
with project Specification Specification Specs, Passes Manufacturer
specifications and QCS 2007, QCCS 2007, BS acceptance certificate
BS 12620 12620, Criteria

1.4.3 Water In accordance % liters sample Project TDS 2000mg/l QC/ Test Forms S/R S/R S
with project for each water Spécifications, NaCl 250mg/l
specifications and source and QCS 2007, SO3 350mg/l
requirement, periodically as Alkali Carb &
BS 3148
(Impurities, TDS, agreed with the Bicarb 500mg/l
Chemical, pH) Engineer
1.4.4 Admixture In accordance Each batch on Project Manufacturer’s Manufacturer S/R S/R S
with project receipt, Specification, Data Sheet Data Sheet
specfications periodically QCS 2007 Compliance to
during storage project
specifications
2.0 Batching and
Testing
2.1 Production
 Testing
2.1.1 Batching and Quantities in Every batch Project Mix Compliant to Batch certificate R R R
mixing according with Specification Project
design mix QCS 2007 Specifications
parameters
2.1.2 Slump Test Concrete Lesser of every Project Compliant to QC/ Concrete W/R R R
Characteristics load or every specification Project Report
maintaining 10 cum QCS 2007 Spécifications
through-out
production
2.1.3 Cube tests Concrete Average rate Project As Design QC/ Concrete W/R R R
characteristics one sample per Spécification Strength Report
maintained 30cu.m. QCS 2007
throughout Maximum one
production sample for
each mix is
used (A
Sample
consists of 6
cubes, 3 for
tested at 7
days, 2 for 28
days and 1to
be tested at
the discretion
of the
Engineer)
2.1.4 Bleeding In accordance Every Project Compliance to Laboratory Test R R R
Segregation & with project 100cu.m. for Spécification Specs and Result
durability specifications general QCS 2007 requirement
throughout concrete.
batching process Every 250cu.m
for columns
3.0 Pre-Placement
Activities
3.1 Reinforcing
Steel
3.1.1 Procurement, Material grade, Each delivery Project BS4449 GR250 & Materials receipt W/R R S
delivery size and condition batch Specification 420 Type 2, BS Report and Mill
inspection and in accordance 4461 GR Certificates
storage with project 460/425 Type 2
specifications
3.1.2 Sampling Submit Sample of each QCS 2007, Compliance to Acceptance H R R
representative section size to Specs and Certificate
samples of section use requirement
sizes to be used BS 4449
for approval
3.1.3 Checking fixing Fixing is in Each structure Project Compliance to QA/QC forms H R R
of reinforcing accordance with before closure specifications Specs and
steel work, project of formworks QCS 2007 requirement
Dimensional, specifications and 24 hrs notice BS 8110
Splices, the approved for Engineers
Bundling, Hooks, drawings witness
Tie wires, Cover,
spacers
3.2 Formwork
3.2.1 Fabrication and Dimensional Each Project In accordance QA/QC form/ W S S
installation of accuracy, rigidity, Formworks specifications with Approved Survey report
formworks finish, Assembly QCS 2007 Drawings
construction
joints, water
tightness,
penetrations, en-
cast items, tie
rods, dowels
4.0 Transportation
and Placement
of Concrete
4.1 Final visual Area clean and all Each pour Project Visual QA/QC Form H W S
inspection prior formworks ready specifications Acceptance
to concrete to accept QCS 2007
placement concrete. All
disciplines signed
off for
 penetrations
4.2 Transport and Concrete grade, Each delivery QCS 2007 BS En 206-1 QA/QC Form W S S
delivery workability
temperature
4.3 Temperature Maximum Each delivery & Project Compliance to QA/QC Form W S S
constraints temperature for pour Specification Specs, Passes
placement not acceptance
exceeded Criteria
4.4 Pouring and Free form voids, During pouring Project BS EN 206-1 QA/QC Form W S S
Consolidation segregation and Specification
other defects. Use QCS 2007
of Vibrator, Height
of Pouring around
embeds
4.5 Finishing Finish in Each pour Project BS EN 206-1 QA/QC Form W S S
accordance with Specification
specified QCS 2007
requirements
5.0 Curing
5.1 Protection and Use of water Each Structure/ Project Compliance to QA/QC Form W S S
moisture burlap/ Hessian Pour Specification Specs,
retention cloth & polythene QCS 2007
sheets during
curing period to
ensure proper
strength attained
5.2 Stripping form Concrete has Each formwork Project Compliance to QA/QC form W S S
work sufficient curing assembly Specification Specs,
time prior to QCS 2007
7 days min.
stripping forms
6.0 Joints
6.1 Use of Location & types Each structure Project Compliance to QA/QC form W S S
construction/ of joints, as designated Specification Specs,
contraction/ Movement joint, on the QCS 2007
BS 6093
Isolation joints Slip bearings, approved
 as shown on water stop drawing
approved
drawings
7.0 Destructive/ Non Destructive
Testing
7.1 In situ testing of Actual concrete Where the 28 Project Compliance to QA/QC control W/R W/R R
hardened strength meets days cubes Specification Specs, Forms
concrete by the construction have failed to QCS 2007 As design
independent requirements meet the Strength
laboratory minimum
strength
requirement &
as designated
by the
Engineer
8.0 Protective
Coating
8.1 Approval of Approval from the Prior to use; As Project Engineer QA/QC Forms W/R R R
waterproofing Engineer prior to per Specification Approval
materials use of Engineering QCS 2007
waterproofing required
materials
8.2 Use of protective Underground As designated Project Compliance to Materials W W/R R
coatings for waterproof by the Specification Specs, Certificates
concrete as membranes, Engineer QCS 2007
Engineer
specified on the Above ground UV Approval
approved protection
drawing