Al Qooz Contracting LLC

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METHOD STATEMENT STEEL ERECTION AND CLADDING

1. Introduction and Scope

This method statement provides the controlled sequences of work, methodology and safety precautions
that will be used to complete the Steel Erection and cladding works. The content of this method
statement reflects the findings of the relevant risk assessment.

2. Location of Activity
Both Inside and outside of the building.

3. Scope of Work.
The method statement covers all activities related to the Steel Erection and cladding works.

General Description
The purpose of this Method Statement is to give a general outline of the methodology that will be used
for Steel Erection and cladding works at, The WTC to identify the risk associated during the Steel
Erection and cladding works and to identify the quality control system to ensure full compliance with
the client’s requirements and as per the project specification.

The works shall be executed in accordance with the following methodology and sequence;

1. Preparation

 First time mobilization includes the mobilization of equipment, scaffoldings, tools & tackles.
 Preparation of anchor bolts and it’s cleaning.
 Checking the anchor bolts, elevations of foundations and level adjusting.
 Preparation of scaffoldings if required as the access for erection

2. Receiving and Off Loading of steel structure and Cladding Materials

 Communicate with the Contractor / Steel Supplier about the delivery schedule and the
items in the every delivery.
 Plan the location to off-load the materials to the very near to its erection point to
avoid additional shifting.
 Receiving and positioning of truck.
 Positioning of crane for off-loading this materials.
 Off-loading these materials using proper slings/ chain.
 Place the materials in the ground with a proper packing and balance.
 Sometime we may use chain block supports to even the belt length and balance the load.

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3.Erection of Steel structure and Purlins

 Steel Erection Starts with the braced bay if it doesn’t affect the erection of grid lines
before that. We planned to start with (1-B) OR (1-P) column direction by starting
complete grid of (4-B)OR (4-P) with braced bay which will be depends again as per
site conditions.
 Positioning of the tower crane in the suitable position for the easy access of erection points.
 Columns will be fixed to the Anchor bolts which are already casted in the foundation.
 Tie beams / purlins and wall bracings will be connected in between each column.
 Pre-assembly of rafters (truss) will be done at ground level.
 First rafter will be lifted to its position with the crane and erectors will connect it to the
columns as per the drawings with the help of Scaffolding.
 After the proper bolting and its tightening we will provided additional stays (Steel ropes)
before releasing it from the crane.
 Adjacent rafter (truss) will be lifted to the position and erectors will be bolt it to the column.
 Enough Roof purlins will be installed and also may provide additional stays if required so that the
crane can be released slowly & safely.
 The main erection team will then continue the main rafter’s erection, with necessary supports
with necessary purlins / tie beams.
 Available erectors will continue the balance purlins / tie beams / Bracing erection.
 As soon as the completion of the secondary structures erection final alignment and bolt
tightening will be checked and corrected if any required.
 Then the structure will be offered for the client inspection to continue with cladding works.

4.Cladding

Cladding mostly starts with roof or it can also be with wall as per the site conditions and access
availability.
 Bundle of roof sheets will be lifted to the roof and properly tied to the structure according to
its fixing positions as per the drawings.
 Crew will fix the protective tapes if any over the purlins.
 First line of Roof sheet will be placed over the purlin and it will be screwed as per the sheeting
drawing after checking the alignment.
 Joint tapes will be fixed before installing the next sheet.
 The same process will repeat for installing every next sheet.
 Complete roof sheet will be fixed in this manner with enough or complete screws as per the
drawing.
 After that joint riveting and balance screwing if any will be completed.
 Sweeping / cleaning will be done every day till completing the cladding of the roof to clear the
burs of drilling and to avoid its future rusting.
 After completing the roof, team will go for the wall cladding using scaffoldings for the access.
 Methodology of the installation of wall cladding is same like the roof cladding except joint
tapes are may be not required in wall as per the building suppliers design.
 According to the availability of items and site conditions crew will fix the final finishing items
such as flashing etc.
 Finally visual test and if needed water test in the roof may also can be performed.

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4. Responsibility

 Project Engineer:

The Project Manager and the Construction Manager have the responsibility for the overall operations of
this statement. The Project Manager and Construction Manager have the responsibility to implement the
Method statement and to delegate the responsibility to a Site Engineer and the QC Engineer to directly
supervise the work on site. The site Engineer is responsible for ensuring that all the works are executed
in accordance with the specified requirements.
The Project Manager will be responsible for the following.
 Plan and schedule the jobs, determine priorities, control workload, inspect projects and keep sufficient time
records for workflow and outputs.
 Performs technical responsibilities and make decisions to a substantial extent.
 Reviews and interprets proposed designs, drawings, and specifications for appropriateness to required
function and/or standard and initiates revisions.
 Ensure that project operations are in compliance with design specifications
 To provide all the necessary information to the site team.
 Engineer/Supervisor in charge to conduct a toolbox meeting and communicate both the Method Statement
& Risk Assessment to the workers before commencement of the activity.
 All safety precautions shall be followed as per established project safety procedure.
 Only experienced and skilled labour shall be engaged for carrying out screed work.
 People involved in the construction work shall wear PPE such as safety helmets, safety shoes, safety harness,
gloves safety glass, mask etc.as required.
 All Hose pipe joints are properly connected and tied with clips.
 Safety officer shall check and ensure that all safety precautions are followed.
 All the safety equipment’s shall be periodically inspected and checked for its durability before using them to
labor.
 Manual handling procedures to be followed
 Any incident or near miss incident shall be reported immediately to the concerned safety officer.

Site Supervisor:

The Site supervisor will be responsible for the following

 Distribution of the responsibilities to his site team.

 To provide all necessary information to his site team.
 To ensure that the works are carried out in accordance with the WMS and RA.
 To ensure the MS, ITP, & RA is communicated to the Forman and the site working team on a regular basis to
ensure that the proper work method is followed.
 To check and verify that the works completed complies with the specification prior to requesting inspection
by the consultant
 To ensure that inspections are carried out by the consultant through the main contractor’s QA/QC Engineer
prior to the next phase of activities
 To review and discuss any request that might be raised by the site working team.
 Primarily ensure that the job is being carried out to the approved WMS and ITP.

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Foreman:

The Forman supervisor will be responsible for the following

 To provide the Site supervisor with daily progress reports and discuss with him planned works for the next
day.
 To ensure that all safety measures are maintained at site and workers have proper training for following all
current safety guidelines and housekeeping in accordance with the Main Contractors Safety Officer.
 To ensure good housekeeping is practiced and proper tools are being used by the site team.
 To ensure that all persons involved in the works are aware of their duties, and that they have enough
understanding of safety procedures.
 To conduct frequent toolbox meeting on safety awareness and to maintain a log of all meetings for
inspection.
 To keep a record of all toolbox talks.
 Liaises with the required personnel at the site for the required inspections with regards to safety.
 Attends all the safety coordination meetings.
 Ensure that the basic and activity specific PPE is worn regularly by the site working team.

5. Equipment Requirements

The requirements that will be engaged for steel Erection and Cladding will be as follows:
 Mobile Crane
 Man Lift
 Scissor Lift
 Electric Impact Wrench
 Lifting Belts
 Tools and Tackles

6. Health and Safety

Strictly followed as per the manufacturer’s Health and Safety recommendations for handling and use of the
materials. Ensure all involved personnel shall be aware of the same.

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