Method Statement For Flooring Works

METHOD STATEMENT & RISK ASSESSMENT FOR
FLOORING WORKS
Method Statement for Flooring Works
TILE/MARBLE FLOORING:
SCOPE & OBJECTIVES
This method statement specifically addresses the ceramic tiling works in general for (Name of Project)
at (Locations in the project) and as shown in the drawings.
EQUIPMENTS & TOOLS / MANPOWER / MATERIALS

 Measure Tape.
 Framing Square
 Marker
 Rubber Gloves
 Screed Board
 Buckets
 Tile Trowel
 Rubber Mallet
 Sponges
 Tile spacers
 Chalk Line
 Carpenter’s Triangle
 Gloves
 Safety Glasses
 Manual Tile Cutter
 Tile Nipper
 Grout Float
 Spirit Level
 One-bagger mixer
 Mechanical mixer for dry mixing
 Scrapper
PROCEDURE / METHOD TO BE EMPLOYED

 Materials Handling on Worksite and Storage
Materials shall be received in parts as per site requirements and in standard boxes and/or packs, pallets
etc. Materials shall be stored in the proper way and handled as per manufacturers’ recommendations if
any.
Obtain each colour, grade, finish, type, composition, and variety of tiles from the single source. For
grout and setting materials, obtain ingredients of uniform quality from one manufacturer for each
cementitious and admixture component and from one source or producer.
 Preliminary in Tiling Works
Work shall comply with all project specifications, rules, regulations, laws, and ordinances of all
authorities having jurisdiction. Tiles type & colour, mortar mix, grout, adhesives, etc., shop drawings
and method statements shall be approved by the consultant prior to commencing any tiling works.
Tiling mock-up shall be arranged for final approval at the location designated by the consultant.
Approved mock-up and sample shall be preserved and always readily available at the site during the
entire duration of the work. Ensure that the MEP clearance is obtained for the particular tile work area.
In wet areas, ensure that the waterproofing is completed and tested for leakage & any applicable
inspections.
Obtain the required safety and health clearance from Safety Department prior to starting the work.
Restrict the area from foot and wheel traffic prior to and during the tiling, activity to prevent damages
from the finished work.
Inspection requests along with the key plan showing area to be executed will be raised to Engineers
progressively for the tiling/flooring works. All inspections will be carried out in phases to cover a part
of the total work.
 Worksite Preparation
The areas of the concrete substrate to be tiled are to be brushed clean and dampened and the
finished floor level is to be established.
The mortar for bedding the tiles shall be as shown in the drawing and/or project specifications.
Setting out shall be done by the surveyor and approved by the consultant.
Engage an experienced installer who has successfully completed tile installations
 Tiles Installation and Fixing Procedure
Laying ceramic tiles by Semi-Dry Mix Method. It shall consist of 1 part of cement to 4
parts of sand by volume to form the sand cement mortar, mixed semi-dry in a mechanical mixer with
only sufficient water added to give a crumbly consistency that retains its shape when squeezed in the
hand. To maintain the consistency of mix, the volume of water added is to be kept same for each batch.
The minimum thickness of bedding with this system of laying is to be 40 mm.
The mix is to be spread to a thickness approximately 10 mm greater than that actually required for the
bed and be thoroughly compacted by tamping and drawing off to the required level with a screed board
which will give even compaction and levelled surface. Only sufficient mortar is to be mixed and
spread as can be covered with tiles before it has attained its initial set.
A thin layer of the slurry of 1 part cement and 1 part sand, by volume, is to be poured over the surface
of the semi-dry mix bedding and spread with a trowel until it is approximately 2 mm thick. Approved
adhesive to be applied to the tiles to be laid while the slurry is wet and beaten firmly into position with
a wooden beater to ensure a true surface and contact between the tiles and bedding is complete.
Get approval for tile layout through dry laying before starting tile work if SOP (Start of Point) is not
shown in the drawing. In absence of SOP or approved layout, arrange tiles so that cut tiles occur at
wall lines only and are minimum and where they do occur, they are as large as possible.
Before tile fixing check that any colour, shade variations, and sizes are acceptable.
Lay the tiles side by side or keeping specified gap joint by the use of tile spacers as per approved
pattern as shown in the approved drawings. The tiles must be correctly positioned at the time they are
placed and laid with joints as shown in the approved drawing.
Carefully removed the tile spacers after the laid tiles are set enough to prevent difficulties of pulling
out the spacers.
Tiles shall be placed firmly according to the level shown in the approved shop drawing.
Tiles shall be placed firmly according to the level shown in the approved shop drawing.
A spirit level should be used to ensure that the tiles are even and level during installation.
Accurately form intersections and returns. Perform cutting and drilling of tile without marring visible
surfaces. Fit tile closely to electrical outlets, piping, fixtures, and other penetration, collars or covers.
Tiles are to be laid level or to 1% falls/or as shown in the approved drawings in “wet” areas, as may be
required. Localized variations in level for a nominally flat floor are to be a maximum of +/- 3 mm
under a 3 m straight edge. Particular care is to be taken in “wet” areas to prevent low spots and the
pooling of water.
No soaking is required for fully vitrified tiles or when the adhesive is used.
Install edge strip at the following. At openings without thresholds and similar discontinuous edges of
thin-set tile floors. Where ceramic tile floors are adjacent to other flooring materials at the same level.
Where ceramic tile cove base is combined with other types of flooring and. As shown in the drawing.
Control and expansion joints: Provide control and expansion joints as per approved Shop Drawings.
Locate control joints as indicated on the approved drawings, but maximum 4.5 meters on centre each
direction for interior condition and 3.65 meters exterior condition. Provide control joints at all
perimeters. The width of joints must match the width of grout joints. Seal joints after completion of tile
work.
Do not saw-cut tiles control/expansion joints after installation the tiles
 Joint Grouting
The grouting mix shall be an approved grout as per submittal. Grouting of the joints
shall be carried out after 24 hours of the completion of the laying of the tiles so that the grout will
attach itself firmly to the bedding. Care should be taken to avoid disturbing the tiles during grouting
application.
Clean the joint before filling with approved grout.
Apply tile grout to the joint spaces between tiles using a sponge or soft cloth.
 Cleaning of Finished Work
Remove excess grout, setting bed material, mortar, adhesive with clean clothes or sponge.
Clean the affected surface area when mortar and adhesive are still in wet form by cotton waste or any
other such material.
When the mortar, grout, and adhesive were dry, remove them with scrapper lightly and clean with
dampening cotton waste or cleaner as specified by the manufacturer.
Clean all tile surfaces and remove cement/tile grout residue from tiles as soon as day’s work is
finished.
 Protection and Preservation of Finished Work
Remove defective tile and replace with sound tile.
Remove and replace tiles with hollow bearing sound when tapped with steel rod after installation.
Prohibit traffic until tiles are completely set.
Cover floor area with hard boards, tarpaulins, plastics or gypsum powder to prevent damages to the
installed tiles and preferably area has to be barricaded or restricted for normal entry or by locking the
area.
Repairing of damaged tiling work: If by any reason, any tile is broken or damaged, remove the tile
and replace with sound and similar tile
HEALTH AND SAFETY HAZARDS

Temporary electrical services required for the demolition works shall be made in accordance with HSE
rules and regulations.
Demolition survey shall be noted the location of all known services on and adjacent to the site whether
they are overhung or underground.
During demolition, a horizontal distance of 6 m radius shall be kept as a restricted area to allow the fall
of debris.
Where work cannot be done safely from the ground level, adequate scaffolding shall be erected and
shall be maintained in safe condition.
Outside the working hours, ladders providing access from ground to first landing shall be removed and
stored in a secured area.
Ensure shall be made that all debris shall be cleaned out on sequential basis.

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EQUIPMENTS & TOOLS / MANPOWER / MATERIALS

PROCEDURE / METHOD TO BE EMPLOYED

HEALTH AND SAFETY HAZARDS

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