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CM-WORK BREAKDOWN ACTIVITY
CM-WORK BREAKDOWN ACTIVITY
1) Procure and Deliver Masonry Reinforcement: 1) Procure and Deliver Concrete Masonry Units:
a. Identify the required masonry reinforcement types and a. Identify the types, sizes, and quantities of concrete masonry
quantities from structural drawings. units (CMU) required for the project from architectural and
structural drawings.
b. Source masonry reinforcement materials from suppliers,
ensuring compliance with project specifications. b. Source CMU materials from suppliers, ensuring they meet
project specifications and quality standards.
c. Coordinate delivery schedules to ensure timely arrival of
reinforcement materials to the construction site. c. Coordinate delivery schedules to ensure timely arrival of
CMU materials to the construction site.
d. Verify the quality and quantity of masonry reinforcement
upon delivery, checking for any damage or discrepancies. d. Verify the quality and quantity of CMU upon delivery,
checking for any damage or discrepancies.
2) Fabricate Masonry Reinforcement Elements:
2) Lay Out CHB Walls According to Drawings:
a. Review structural drawings to determine the dimensions,
spacing, and types of reinforcement required. a. Review architectural and structural drawings to determine
the layout and dimensions of CHB walls.
b. Cut steel bars to the specified lengths using cutting tools
such as saws or torches. b. Mark wall locations and dimensions on the prepared footing
or foundation, following the drawings.
c. Bend steel bars into the required shapes and configurations
using bending equipment. c. Use string lines, chalk lines, or other layout tools to establish
precise wall positions and alignments.
d. Weld or tie reinforcement elements together according to
engineering and design specifications. 3) Lay First Course of CHBs on Prepared Footing/Foundation:
3) Install Masonry Reinforcement: a. Prepare the footing or foundation surface by cleaning and
leveling as necessary.
a. Prepare wall cavities and designated locations for the
installation of masonry reinforcement. b. Apply a bed of mortar on the prepared footing or foundation.
b. Position reinforcement elements within wall cavities, c. Place the first course of concrete masonry units (CMU) on
ensuring proper alignment and spacing. the mortar bed, ensuring proper alignment and level.
c. Secure reinforcement in place using wire ties, clips, or d. Use a level and mallet to adjust CMU as needed to achieve
mortar, as appropriate. straight and plumb walls.
a. Insert vertical reinforcement bars into designated cores of 1. Apply Rough Plastering to Masonry Walls using Mortar Mix:
CMU as specified in the structural drawings.
Prepare the mortar mix to the required consistency for
b. Install horizontal reinforcement (e.g., bond beams, lintels) at plastering.
specified locations within the wall.
Apply a coat of mortar to the masonry walls using a trowel.
c. Secure reinforcement in place using mortar or grout,
ensuring proper embedment and alignment. Roughly spread the mortar over the surface of the walls,
covering joints and irregularities.
5) Continue Layering CHBs:
Ensure even distribution of mortar to achieve uniform
a. Apply mortar to the horizontal joints of the first course of coverage.
CMU.
2. Roughly Trowel Mortar onto CHB Surfaces to Cover Joints and
b. Place subsequent courses of CMU on top of the first course, Irregularities:
staggering joints for stability.
Mix mortar to the appropriate consistency for troweling.
c. Ensure proper alignment and level of each course as the
wall is built upward. Apply mortar to the surface of concrete masonry units (CMU)
using a trowel.
6) Fill CHB Cores with Grout or Mortar as Necessary:
Roughly trowel the mortar to cover joints and irregularities in
a. Fill designated cores of CMU with grout or mortar to provide
the CMU surface.
additional reinforcement and stability.
Work the mortar into the surface to ensure adequate
b. Use a grout pump or mortar bag to fill cores completely and
coverage and adhesion.
ensure proper consolidation.
3. Texture or Pattern the Plaster Surface as Required:
7) Install Bond Beams and Lintels as Specified:
Use texturing tools or techniques to create desired patterns
a. Place bond beams and lintels at specified intervals or
or textures on the plaster surface.
locations within the CMU wall.
b. Ensure proper alignment and embedment of bond beams Follow architectural plans or design specifications for the
and lintels within the mortar joints. desired finish.
c. Securely bond bond beams and lintels to adjacent CMU Apply texturing evenly across the surface to maintain
units to provide structural support. consistency in appearance.
4. Allow Plaster to Cure and Set Before Further Finishing: b. Remove soil and debris from the excavation site, ensuring a
clean and stable work area.
Monitor the curing process to ensure proper hydration of the
plaster. c. Shape the excavation to match the dimensions of the septic
tank and allow for proper installation.
Protect the plastered surface from excessive moisture loss
or drying too quickly. 4) Fabrication of Steel Frame for Septic Tank:
Allow sufficient time for the plaster to cure and set before a. Fabricate a steel frame or reinforcement structure for the
proceeding with further finishing. septic tank according to engineering specifications.
2) Layout of Septic Tank: a. Construct the septic tank using reinforced concrete or
precast concrete components.
a. Determine the location and dimensions of the septic tank
based on regulatory requirements and site conditions. b. Pour concrete into the steel frame or formwork, ensuring
complete filling and consolidation.
b. Mark out the area for excavation and installation of the septic
tank, following architectural and engineering plans. c. Level and finish the concrete surface to the desired
specifications.
c. Ensure adequate clearance from buildings, property lines,
and water sources. d. Allow the concrete to cure and set according to the
recommended time frame before further handling or
3) Excavation of Septic Tank: backfilling.
a. Excavate the designated area for the septic tank to the
required depth and dimensions.
Water System:
1) Installation of Pipes: ELECTRICAL WORKS
a. Determine the layout and routing of water supply pipes 1. Installation of Conduits:
based on architectural and plumbing drawings.
Determine the routing and placement of electrical conduits
b. Select appropriate piping materials such as PEX, copper, or based on electrical plans and building codes.
PVC based on local codes and project requirements.
Select appropriate conduit types (e.g., PVC, metal) based on
c. Cut pipes to the required lengths using pipe cutters or saws, application and environmental conditions.
ensuring clean and square cuts.
Cut conduits to the required lengths using conduit cutters or
d. Install pipe fittings such as elbows, tees, and couplings as saws, ensuring clean and straight cuts.
needed to connect pipes and navigate around obstacles.
Secure conduits in place using straps, clamps, or hangers to
e. Secure pipes in place using straps, hangers, or supports to
maintain proper spacing and alignment.
prevent sagging or movement.
Install conduit bends, elbows, and junction boxes as needed
f. Test the installed pipes for leaks and proper water flow,
to navigate around obstacles and change direction.
conducting pressure tests as necessary.
Verify that conduit runs comply with electrical code
g. Insulate pipes located in unconditioned spaces to prevent
requirements for fill capacity and maximum bending radius.
freezing during cold weather.
2. Installation of Wires:
2) Installation of Plumbing Fixtures:
a. Procure plumbing fixtures including sinks, toilets, showers, Pull electrical wires through installed conduits using fish
bathtubs, and faucets according to project specifications. tapes, cable pullers, or wire guides.
b. Prepare mounting locations for each fixture, ensuring proper Ensure proper sizing and type of wires according to electrical
spacing and alignment with plumbing connections. load requirements and circuit designations.
c. Install mounting brackets or supports for each fixture Strip insulation from wire ends and terminate them securely
securely to walls or floors. into electrical boxes, switches, outlets, or junctions.
d. Connect water supply lines to each fixture, ensuring proper Connect wires to terminal screws, wire nuts, or splice
sizing and sealing of connections to prevent leaks. connectors following color-coding and wiring diagrams.
e. Install drain lines and traps for wastewater disposal, Properly dress and bundle wires within conduits and junction
ensuring proper slope and venting to prevent blockages and boxes to minimize clutter and maintain organization.
odors.
NON-STRUCTURAL WORKS Attach handrails to newel posts and walls using brackets or
rail fittings, ensuring a secure and sturdy connection.
1. Installation of Doors and Windows:
Install balusters or spindles between the handrail and the
Procure doors and windows according to architectural stair tread or stringer, spacing them evenly according to
specifications, ensuring they meet quality and size code requirements.
requirements.
Secure balusters in place using screws or dowels, ensuring
Prepare door and window openings by removing any they are properly aligned and parallel to each other.
obstructions and cleaning the surrounding surfaces.
Test stair railings for stability and safety, applying pressure
Install door frames and window frames securely into the to ensure they can support weight and withstand use.
rough openings, ensuring proper alignment and level.
Make any necessary adjustments or repairs to ensure stair
Shim frames as needed to ensure they are plumb and railings meet safety standards and provide a secure
square, using shims and a level to make adjustments. handhold for users.
Prepare the surfaces on both the ground and second floors Prepare the substrate on both the ground and second floors
by cleaning them thoroughly and removing any dust or by ensuring it is clean, level, and free of debris.
debris. Lay out the tiles according to the desired pattern and
Apply a bonding agent or primer to the surfaces to enhance spacing, using tile spacers to maintain even grout lines.
the adhesion of the plaster. Apply thin-set mortar or tile adhesive to the substrate using a
Mix the plaster according to manufacturer instructions to notched trowel, working in small sections.
achieve the desired consistency. Press the tiles firmly into place, ensuring they are level and
Apply the plaster evenly onto the walls and ceilings using a aligned correctly with neighboring tiles.
trowel or plastering tool, ensuring consistent coverage. Use a tile cutter or wet saw to cut tiles as needed to fit
Smooth out the plaster surface with a float or trowel, around obstacles or along edges.
removing any excess material and creating a uniform finish. Allow the adhesive to cure for the recommended time before
Allow the plaster to dry completely before sanding down any grouting the tiles.
imperfections and applying additional coats if necessary. Apply grout to the joints between the tiles using a grout float,
Sand the dried plaster to achieve a smooth and even surface pressing it firmly into the gaps and smoothing it out.
suitable for painting or tiling. Wipe off excess grout from the surface of the tiles with a
2. Painting: damp sponge, being careful not to disturb the grout lines.
Prepare the surfaces for painting by filling any cracks or Allow the grout to dry completely before sealing the tiles to
holes with spackling compound and sanding them smooth. protect them from moisture and stains.
Select the desired paint color and type (e.g., latex, oil-based)
for both interior walls and ceilings.