METHOD STATEMENT FOR

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METHOD STATEMENT FOR CLAUSTRA BLOCK WORKS

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METHOD STATEMENT FOR

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1. ACTIVITY
2. INTRODUCTION
3. TERMINOLOGY
4. SIGNIFICANT HAZARDS IDENTIFIED
5. ROLES & RESPONSIBILITIES & ORGANIZATION CHART
6. SEQUENCE OF ACTIVITIES WITH RESPONSIBILITIES
6.1 Pre-commencement Requirements
6.2 General Requirements
6.3 Delivery, Storage & Handling of Materials
6.4 Execution
7. REQUIREMENTS
7.1 Plans/Records & Job instructions (Documentations)
7.2 Training
7.3 PPE (Personal Protective Equipment)
7.4 Equipment & Tools required
7.4 Risk Assessment
8. HSE & EMERGENCY PROCEDURES
9. REFERENCES
10. ATTACHMENTS

1). ACTIVITY: CLAUSTRA BLOCK WORKS

This activity deals with the procedure and sequence for execution of claustra block works as per
approved Drawings/Schedule, Specifications and O/E requirements.
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2). INTRODUCTION
The purpose of this method statement is to describe the procedure which shall be followed for Claustra
block works to comply with schedule of finishes, the General, Architectural & Civil Specifications for
the Project and Owner / Engineer requirements.
3). TERMINOLOGY
O/E: Owner / Engineer
PPE: Personal Protective Equipment
QC: Quality Control
4). SIGNIFICANT HAZARDS IDENTIFIED
Wrist Pain/Stress/fatigue
Slip/trip/fall hazards
Respiratory hazards
Skin hazards
Heat stress during summer season
Back injury
Work related upper limb disorder
Injury to Eye/Eye Irritation
5). ROLES & RESPONSIBILITIES & ORGANIZATION CHART

Project Manager (Main Contractor)

o Site construction and his team will report to project manager.

Construction Manager (Main Contractor)

o Make arrangement for availability of all relevant documents.
o Ensure the availability of necessary documents & resources available with
Subcontractor.
o Liaison with Owner/Engineer & Subcontractor in-charges for necessary test &
inspection.
o Tracks the schedule & plan work accordingly.
o Liaison with all Electrical/MEP work in-charges for all interfaces works and plans the
work accordingly at site.

Engineer (Main Contractor)

o Ensures the control at work spots in person.
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o Verifying the percentage compliance as per risk assessment.
o Ensures the emergency preparedness of team and taking the part in Subcontractors TBT
(Tool Box Talk)
o Ensures the work carried out as per latest approved drawings.
o Ensure availability of necessary resources and approved documents.
o Inspects the incoming materials in line with approved documents.
o Ensure the quality of work/material and readiness for inspection.

Safety Officer (Main Contractor)

o Responsible for ensuring HSE at all stages of work.
o Ensures the compliance of all control measures at site as per approved risk assessment
plan.
o Ensures for all checklist as per HSE plan.

Project Manager (Subcontractor)

o Ensure that appropriate resources are provided for the safe delivery of the work

Site In charge (Subcontractor)

o Ensuring the relevant document
o Organized the necessary men and material resources for timely completion and quality

QA/QC Engineer (Subcontractor)

o
o
o
o

Site Engineer (Subcontractor)

o
o
o
o
o
o
o

Ensuring quality of work carried out at site

Ensuring for inspection on hold points
Maintaining all QC records
Coordinating with O/E for inspections

Ensuring the controls at work spot in person

Verifying the % compliance as per risk assessment.
Ensuring the emergency preparedness.
Arranging the required inspections and permit
Ensures all scaffolding are erected safely and scaffolding tag system followed
Ensures availability of the necessary resources.
Ensuring availability of all activity relevant latest approved drawing and documents

Supervisor / Foreman (Subcontractor/Supplier)

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Obtaining the permit (if required -e.g. Steel cutting)
Conducting Tool Box Talk (TBT) based on risk assessment
Arranging for appropriate tools and necessary skilled work force as required.
Ensuring the works are carried out as per approved and latest drawing/documents
Ensuring for Housekeeping always at work place.
Implementing the control measures as per risk assessment and also as mentioned in the
permit.
o Close monitoring till completion of work.
o Close the work permit after restoration of work spot.
o
o
o
o
o
o

Workmen (Subcontractor/Supplier)
o
o
o
o
o

Safety Officer (Subcontractor)

o
o
o
o
o

Ensures all safety measures implemented/followed as per risk assessment and HSE
Plan
Should inform the site engineer for any deviations from required procedure/standard
practice
Should conduct a safety briefing in co-ordination with site engineer/supervisor over a
specific HSE issue
Ensure all First aid cases are entered in first aid register and necessary awareness
given to the victim
Ensures for inspection of power tools and scaffoldings

Surveyor (Subcontractor)
o

Wearing appropriate PPEs.

Understanding and following the instructions given by line staff.
Following the scaffolding tag system
No horseplay and shortcuts.
Informing the supervisor/foreman about any near misses, injuries and unusual

To check the levels, coordinates and alignments of every work activity at site.

Organization Chart (see for attachment)

6). SEQUENCE OF ACTIVITIES WITH RESPONSIBILITIES

6.1

Pre-commencement Requirements
Approved detailed shop drawings and work procedures shall be obtained from O / E prior to the
start of activity.
Sample/Pattern approval shall be obtained from O/E prior to commence the work.
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Safety regulations as per specifications and standard.

6.2
General Requirements
Before start of the work the following shall be ensured:

6.3

6.4
A)

B)

Mockup sample shall be provided for O/Es review and approval.

Tools, Equipment & Machinery is suitable and approved for use.
Availability of suitable quantity of approved material for the works as per specification and O/E
requirements.
Area clearance obtained from other discipline/subcontractor.
Delivery, Storage & Handling of Materials
All materials shall comply with the specifications regarding quality, dimensions, strength etc.
The material shall be approved and shall be used as per the Finishing Schedule.
The Claustra block shall be stored in storage yard and covered by polythene sheet to prevent
damage and soiling and kept in cartoons until removed for fixing.
Manufacturers recommendations shall be followed for storage and handling.

Execution
Surface Preparation
Clean the surfaces of the area where to start laying blocks and sprinkle with water and removing
of all loose concrete and shall be free from deleterious materials, projecting nails, splits and other
defects.
To check the dimension between the intermediate columns as specified and true with square
corner if any defects found it should be rectified before staring the claustra block work.
Concrete slab surfaces shall be scrabbled & cleaned prior to start the claustra brick work
activities
Prior to laying claustra block work the surfaces shall be wetted thoroughly

Mixing
Mortar for the claustra block work shall be cement sand mortar in the proportion 1:3 to
1:4(White cement and sand).
Only clean potable water shall be used to mix the mortar to the required workability.
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Mortar shall be mixed only in quantities for the work immediately in hand and no partly mortar
shall be used.

The mortar will be prepared with the addition of minimum quantity of clean water for workability.

C)

Claustra Block Insttallation

Surveyor shall mark up the exact location of block walls and openings as per approved drawings

Number of courses, joint thickness and intermediate columns shall be considered according to
panel height, in such a way that no cut Claustra blocks will come in the panels.

To ensure that no broken/cracked Claustra blocks shall be installed and if any cracked/broken
blocks found will be removed.

All blocks shall be well soaked and the top of walls left off shall be wetted before start the block
work.

Claustra block shall not be laid more than 6 layers per day.

The vertical joints and horizontal joints shall be uniform in size and true in line.

Sl. No
1

Horizontal ties shall be fixed alternate for the good bonding between the block and columns.
Mortar for block work shall be cement mortar in the proportions 1 : 3 to 1 : 4 (White Cement to
sand). All materials shall be screened before mixing to remove lumps. Mortar, whether with or
without plasticizer, shall be mixed only in sufficient quantity for the work immediately in hand
and no partly set mortar shall be used and the mortar joints shall be finished properly.
Verticality of block walls must be checked and monitored using plum bob and level bar (spirit
level). The horizontal alignment must be verified using aluminum tube with straight edge.
After installing the claustra block internal and external surfaces shall be cleaned thoroughly.
Water curing shall be done for 7 days as per project specification.
External Painting system shall be followed for the Claustra block. The Painting System Shall Be:

Structure
External Walls, Columns ,
Parapets & Claustra block

Painting System
Jota shield Alkali Resistant
Primer

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No. of
Coats

Recommended
DFT

Drying
Time to
Recoat

Full Drying
Time

35 m / Coat

3 hours

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Jota Shield Top Coat

30 m / Coat

6 hours

8 hours

The surfaces shall be free from dust, sand, oil and other contaminants before starting the primer
application.

To make sure the curing period of Claustra block work is completed.

Remove defective blocks and make good the same.

The sand paper, scrapper, and rubbing stone shall be used to achieve the smooth surface. The
surface should be assessed and treated as per Manufacturers recommendations.

The Claustra block shall be painted by spray machines from both sides in accordance with
manufacturers instructions.

D)

Inspection and Testing

Material inspection shall be offered for O/E through inspection request.
Before block work to be started and after concrete block has been laid, O/E shall be notified
through inspection request.
O/E comments on work shall be rectified and notified for re-inspection, if any.
Approved block work materials shall be tested to laboratory for verification to meet the standard
specifications and requirements.

7) REQUIREMENTS
7.1 Plans /Records and Job instructions (Documentations)
Before commencing the work the following things should be available:

Approved drawings / Material approval for the work

Approved Sample Board
Method statement for the work
Civil Work inspection
QA/QC Check list sheet
Key site plan for that work area
All tools & machineries
Emergency escape route without obstructions

7.2 Trainings
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Trained/Experienced & Skilled persons shall be used for this work and the work shall be executed
strictly in accordance with approved Method Statement in a workman-like manner.
All operator / Laborers are safety trained and toolbox shall be conducted for each potential
hazards mentioned in the Risk Assessment.

7.3 PPE (Personal Protective Equipment)

Protective footwear
Protective clothing
Safety helmet
Safety goggles
Hi-visibility jacket
Flagging tape
Warning tape
Flasher light
Safety Harness (above 1.8m)

7.4 Equipment and Tools required

Manpower requirement
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.

General Supervisor/Foreman - 01 No.

Charge hand
- 02 Nos.
Masons
- 10 Nos.
Helpers
- 10 Nos.
Surveyor
- 01 No.

Equipment
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.

Surveying instrument ( Level machine)

Hand tools such as Rubber hammer, trowels, plumb, Spirit level etc.,
Wheel barrow
Grinder, Scrapper
Aluminum straight edge
Brush/Electric air blower/air compressor for cleaning

7.5 Risk Assessment

Risk assessment to be ensured that it is available in the work spot

All control measures as per risk assessed to be implemented and ensured before start of work
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All workers shall be made aware of the risk involved in carrying out the activity and requirement
of control measures during toolbox talk

8). HSE & EMERGENCY PROCEDURES

HEALTH, SAFETY & ENVIRONMENT (HSE)

The entire works will be carried out as per the guidelines established in the Project Specific HSE Plan
Utmost importance shall be given to safety or personnel and protection of existing above/under
ground services. It will be ensured that the personnel involved are thoroughly aware of the safety
regulations. To achieve the above the following shall also be ensured:

Tool box meetings will be conducted before starting the works

All personnel will be provided with suitable personal protective equipment
Required permits will be obtained from the authorities concerned before starting the works, if any
Plant & equipments will be fully tested for safety compliances
Proper and safe access will be provided for workers to reach the work spot and carry out their works

safely
Necessary and essential lighting and ventilation will be provided during the course work to protect

labor from suffocation

Scaffolding and working platforms provided to facilitate the works will be checked frequently for its

safety
The necessary safety measures will be taken to prevent accident or injury all the times. This may

include barriers, warning tape / net, signage, watchman, flashing & rotating lights at night
Heat Stress training will be provided during summer season
Provision of adequate cool drinking water, shades if necessary will be arranged in place

EMERGENCY PROCEDURES

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In case of any emergency situation the workmen should follow the emergency response procedure
and must gather in the assembly point. The emergency response procedure should be conveyed to
the work men through the toolbox talk in prior to the carrying out of the activity.
The necessary safety measures will be taken to prevent the accident or injury all the times. This
may include barriers, warning tape, net, signage, watchman, flashing & rotating lights at night.
MSDS shall be made available prior to the start of the job
Heat stress training will be provided during summer season.
Provision of adequate cool drinking water, shades if necessary and salt tablets will be in place.
Plants & equipment will be provided with back up lights and all other applicable safety devices.
In case of major Injuries

Do not panic. Call ambulance and notify emergency team at site

Do not move the injured unless he is in danger
If danger exists, he shall be assessed by a trained and qualified first aider
before moving. Use a stretcher.
Do not crowd around the victim. Do not give anything to eat or drink.
Ensure adequate air and lighting.
Only trained and qualified first aider shall treat the victim and ensure that his
airway is kept clear.
Victim shall be transported to hospital in an ambulance.
Preserve the accident scene for further investigation.
In case of Fire
Follow Transco/s approved emergency procedure as per HSE Plan.

In Case of Flood
Evacuate immediately to the nearest highest location you are in.
Notify the Emergency Controller of the site

EMERGENCY CONTACT NUMBERS:

Name
Rana Anastas
Imad Musafer
Ricky B. Pangsiw
Ahmad Jhan
Rahim Sayed

Position
Project Manager
Site Manager
Safety Officer
Fire Fighter / First
Aider
Pick Up driver

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Phone No
050
055
056
055
050

622
513
521
641
762

3894
2376
1296
3032
5936

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POLICE

999

AMBULANCE

998

FIRE SERVICE

997

HOSPITAL

MAFRAQ
02 5823100

9). REFERENCES

TRANSCO STANDARD: 243903842.DOC

TRANSCO STANDARD: 243903842.DOC
PROJECT QUALITY PLAN
PROJECT HSE PLAN
DRWG. NO. N7204.1E-R-E-5370-S-7204 REV. 0 SHEET 1~1
DRWG. NO. N7204.1E-R-E5300-S-7153 REV. A SHEET 1~1
DRWG. NO. N7204.1E-R-E5300-S-7154 REV. A SHEET 1~1
DRWG. NO. N7204.1E-R-E5300-S-7155 REV. A SHEET 1~1
DRWG. NO. N7204.1E-R-E5300-S-7156 REV. A SHEET 1~1
DRWG. NO. N7204.1E-R-E5370-S-7157 REV. A SHEET 1~5
DRWG. NO. N7204.1E-R-E5300-S-7158 REV. A SHEET 1~4
REF: N-7204.1E/MASS/0209 CLAUSTRA BLOCK
REF: N-7204.1E/MASS/0025 __ CEMENT

10). ATTACHMENTS
EXTRACT COPY OF TRANSCO STANDARD: 243903842.DOC
ORGANIZATION CHART
RISK ASSESSMENT SHEETS

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