General construction methodology

Cairo Festival City Oriana (2) Villas

Development
Construction Luxury Villas Package (A) &
Package (B)
(Works Package No CA002P02)

DOCUMENT NO.

MOS-01
 TABLE OF CONTENTS
1. SCOPE OF WORK 3
2. MOBILIZATION 6
3. ARRANGEMENTS FOR COMMENCING EXECUTION 8
4. PROJECT MANAGEMENT 9
5. FIELD ENGINEERING AND SETTING OUT 10
6. QUALITY ASSURANCE / QUALITY CONTROL 11
7. PROCUREMENT & SUB CONTRACTING 12
8. RED MARKING FOR AS BUILT 14
9. GENERAL APPROACH TO CONSTRUCTION 15
10. EXCAVATION AND BACKFILLING 25
11. FORMWORK 28
12. REINFORCED CONCRETE PLACEMENT 30
13. STEEL REINFORCEMENT, ANCHOR BOLTS & STEEL INSERTS 33
14. MASONRY 35
15. METAL FABRICATION 37
16. PLASTER & FINISH WORKS 40
17. PAINTING 41
18. ALUMINUM WINDOWS 44
19. WOOD DOORS AND FRAMES 45
20. CERAMIC TILE 46
21. PLUMBING WORKS 50
22. POLYPROPYLENE PIPES AND FITTINGS 51
23. UPVC PIPES AND FITTINGS FOR DRAINAGE 52
24. ELECTRICAL WORKS 54
25. HOUSEKEEPING AND WASTE REMOVAL 55
26. DE-MOBILIZATION 56

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 1. SCOPE OF WORK
The Scope of Works shall include the complete Construction; on core and shell basis; of Villas
Packages (A and B) of Oriana (2) Villas Development to the directions of the Engineer.
The Scope of Works shall include but not be limited to, preparation and acquisition of approval of
drawings Technical submittals, procurement, delivery, installation, commissioning and handover
of the Complete Works in accordance with the terms of the Contract.
The construction of Villas Packages (A and B) of Oriana (2) Villas Development is divided into
the Following sections / milestones:
• Section #1 Construction of Zones (1) & (2):
Complete Construction; on core and shell basis; of 87 Villas lay at Zones (1) & (2) consists of
Villas pro type as per the Schedule of Villas Type. The Scope of Works shall be in accordance
With the terms of the Contract. This shall include completion and handing over of all relative
Works under the Contract for this section including all Zones (1) & (2) plots fences
superstructure and finishing works.
Milestone #1- Construction of Zone (1) Villas and Plot Fences Skeleton Works
Complete construction of all Zone (1) villas skeleton works and plot fences including concrete
And masonry works as well as backfilling at the street side of the plot fences.
Milestone #2 - Construction of Zone (2) Villas and Plot Fences Skeleton Works
Complete construction of all Zone (2) villas skeleton works and plot fences including concrete
and masonry works as well as backfilling at the street side of the plot fences.
• Section
#2 Construction of Zones (3) & (4):
Complete Construction; on core and shell basis; of 96 Villas lay at Zones (3) & (4) consists of
Villas pro type as per the Schedule of Villas Type. The Scope of Works shall be in accordance
With the terms of the Contract. This shall include completion and handing over of all relative
Works under the Contract for this section including all Zones (3) & (4) plots fences
superstructure and finishing works.
Milestone #3 - Construction of Zone (3) Villas and Plot Fences Skeleton Works
Complete construction of all Zone (3) villas skeleton works and plot fences including concrete
And masonry works as well as backfilling at the street side of the plot fences.
Milestone #4- Construction of Zone (4) Villas and Plot Fences Skeleton Works
Complete construction of all Zone (4) villas skeleton works and plot fences including concrete

General Overview
Oriana Villas is a gated community with several entrances, located nearby New Cairo's main
ring road.
That connects all areas of the Greater Cairo Region; likewise, the development has direct
access from the Police Academy Road passing Northbound the civic area.
Oriana Villas - phase 1 & 3 from the South, the civic area from the North, bound the site,
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American International School from the East and Festival Living from the West.

The scope of work:

Package A construction of semi-finished villas
Villa type No
Unit type V1 1
Unit type V1+B 4
Unit type V1B+B 9
Unit type V2 2
Unit type V2+B 7
Unit type V3+B 2
Unit type V3B+B 2
Unit type W1D 54
Unit type W1D+B 14
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 Total Units 95
Site Works 1
Fence Works 1
Package B construction of semi-finished villas
Villa type No
Unit type V1 5
Unit type V1+B 7
Unit type V1B 3
Unit type V1B+B 7
Unit type V2 13
Unit type V2+B 7
Unit type V2+WB 13
Unit type V3+B 3
Unit type V3B 5
Unit type V3B+B 4
Unit type V3B+WB 18
Unit type W1D 6
Unit type W1D+B 4
Unit type SP-A+B 1
Unit type SP-A+WB 2
Unit type SP-C+WB 1
Unit type F+WB -
2
Provisional Sum
Total Units 101
Site Works 1
Fence Works 1

Including:
Earthworks
Concrete for Substructure & superstructure
External Finishing
Plumbing first fix
Electrical first fix
Plot Fences of units

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 2. MOBILIZATION
Upon award of Contract the key staff members will be assigned to the project.
Gama has the advantage of already being mobilized at site for an awarded scope on the project.
Thus assignment of responsibilities to existing staff and minor additions, if required, is expected
to not be time consuming.
With regards to existing facilities, it is not expected that additions may be required as facilities
are sufficient to accommodate minor additional staffing that may be required for the added
scope, if awarded.

2.1. Mobilization of Manpower Resources

GAMA will utilize its own manpower resources and specialized subcontractors in performing the
project. With its present workforce available, GAMA will be able to deploy on time any required
additional manpower to the project site in accordance with the approved Manpower Schedule.
The approved schedule details the specific mobilization sequence of the required discipline
personnel and dates that they will be required at site, which will comprise project staff, indirect
and direct labour, specialized subcontractors.

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GAMA Project team that will be assigned to undertake the work will include experienced
superintendent, supervisor and foreman and various discipline qualified skilled work crew’s
categories.

2.2. Mobilization of Equipment Resources

GAMA will use its own / rented equipment resources for the execution of the Work. Equipment
deployment to site locations will be in accordance with the approved Equipment Schedule.
Equipment at GAMA Alexandria equipment yard will be utilized for this Project. Any additional
equipment and tools that are required by the project, which is not available from our equipment
pool, shall be rented immediately.
2.3. Storage Area
Stores (Open and Covered) will be Constructed according to the required areas, if existing is deemed
insufficient.

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 3. ARRANGEMENTS FOR COMMENCING EXECUTION
The Project Manager with the construction teams and the project planner will develop a detailed
project Construction Schedule based on the GAMA tender schedule & milestones issued by
CLIENT in the tender documents. The work schedule will identify the anticipated scheduled start
and completion dates, critical milestone dates and final completion date for each of the major
activities and events, procurement, construction, and testing.
The schedule will decompose the procurement activities to the lowest level of detail to allow the
Project Manager to monitor the effectiveness and progress of all procurement activities.
The sequence of construction will be made realistic and compatible with the requirements of the
contract.
The schedule will be worked out to complete the whole scope of work within the construction
period as specified in the Contract.
GAMA shall conduct a biweekly progress meeting with CLIENT to identify the progress of the
work achieved during the past week and to discuss for the two-week look ahead activities.
Continuously, GAMA will compare the actual progress of the project against the overall schedule
to identify any slippage or delays and work out recovery plan identifying necessary corrective
measures to bring the activities back on track.
GAMA will coordinate with CLIENT to change the biweekly meeting to weekly, when the work
progress on site reaches an advanced stage.

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 4. PROJECT MANAGEMENT
GAMA Project Construction Team comprises both technical and non-technical position
personnel competent and qualified to execute the WORK. This will include personnel for
Construction Operation, Project Controls, Procurement & Warehousing, Quality Control, Safety
& loss prevention and other general services as per site organization chart necessary in the
performance of the WORK. GAMA Project Site Management will be supported by CLIENT’s
project Management for any supplementary assistance that may be required by the Project
Manager.

Key members of GAMA Project Construction Team will be deployed to site from start of the
project meaningful construction operation to project completion, to provide all the necessary
construction input, ranging from constructability, formulation of project procedures, planning &
scheduling, material procurement, manpower and equipment logistics, safety and quality control
program for the performance of the WORKS.

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 5. FIELD ENGINEERING AND SETTING OUT
GAMA has a survey Department that has all the required instruments and surveying tools
calibrated and maintained and has the expertise to verify, check, locate and protect existing
bench marks and control points, property line and set out all the necessary points (Coordinates
and Level) for all the items of the Work and serve all other activities.

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 6. QUALITY ASSURANCE / QUALITY CONTROL
The quality control team will be based at site and will monitor all the quality aspects of the
project as outlined in the Project QA/QC Plan and the Quality Manual which was submitted. For
the various off site testing required, it is GAMA’s intention to verify the precise execution using
the services of independent third party inspectors.

GAMA shall submit inspection and test plan covering all work activities performed at site for
Client review and acceptance. QA/QC procedure shall be in accordance with GAMA’s approved
quality control plan.

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 7. PROCUREMENT & SUB CONTRACTING
7.1. Procurement
Critical & Major Material Procurement
Priority will be given to the procurement of all critical and major materials required for this
project.
Materials shall be procured from local vendors.
GAMA shall provide Owner with a potential supplier list for approval. The approved suppliers will
be contacted to submit their best and final quotations. During the tendering phase, potential
suppliers have been identified against every item that needs to be procured for the job.

7.2. Sub-contracting
Sub-contracting shall be approached if specialized work is involved and found to be necessary
to be performed by a sub-Contractor. Specialist sub-contractors’ names and details shall be
submitted to Client for approval; two copies of the subcontract documents shall be submitted.
GAMA will ensure all technical & QA/QC requirements will be maintained by the subcontractors
as per the contract.

7.3. Expediting
Once the purchase order is placed, the expediting section at GAMA Head Office takes charge of
the order and tracks it with the suppliers until it reaches the site warehouse.

7.4. Inspection
Project QA/QC inspector shall schedule and perform inspection at vendors and major
subcontractors in accordance with the project requirements and Project Quality Procedure
approved by Owner.
Project QA/QC inspector will ensure that GAMA or vendors shall submit manufacturing and test
reports, which provide sufficient information to establish that materials or items have passed the
necessary test and inspection against specified criteria. QA/QC inspector shall review records
and a copy shall be provided to Client for concurrence review and comment.

7.5. Traffic
A fleet of vehicles and equipment are utilized for proper and efficient transportation.

7.6. Field Material Handling

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Field material handling is done by qualified and experienced store-keepers, who are advised to
handle (Receive, Inspect, Store and issue) all material in full accordance with the manufacturer’s
recommendations. Field engineers inspect the material after it is received and check it against
the approved purchase order for correctness and quality. Any material that is not as per the
purchase order is rejected and put into quarantine. An OSDR (Over, Short, Damage report) is
prepared and the material is returned back to the vendor for replacement.
Handling and transportation of material to the worksite shall be carried out in full compliance with
the manufacturer’s recommendations for the same. Total quantity of the material to be moved
will be identified only after ascertaining the quantities and dispatch schedules from the vendors.

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 8. RED MARKING FOR AS BUILT
Changes to IFC drawings will be red marked during the entire phase of construction by GAMA
and shall be submitted to the CLIENT as one set of hard copy.

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 9. GENERAL APPROACH TO CONSTRUCTION
Construction on site will be during normal working hours from 8am to 6pm 6 days per week.
If required work beyond normal working hours the client will be notified 48hours in advance.
Special safety precautions will be maintained for night shift as described in project safety plan
The Scope of Works shall include the complete Construction; on core and shell basis; of Villas
Packages (A and B) of Oriana (2) Villas Development to the directions of the Engineer.
The Scope of Works shall include but not be limited to, preparation and acquisition of approval of
drawings Technical submittals, procurement, delivery, installation, commissioning and handover
of the Complete Works in accordance with the terms of the Contract.
The construction of Villas Packages (A and B) of Oriana (2) Villas Development is divided into
the Following sections / milestones:
• Section #1 Construction of Zones (1) & (2):
Complete Construction; on core and shell basis; of 87 Villas lay at Zones (1) & (2) consists of
Villas pro type as per the Schedule of Villas Type. The Scope of Works shall be in accordance
With the terms of the Contract. This shall include completion and handing over of all relative
Works under the Contract for this section including all Zones (1) & (2) plots fences
superstructure and finishing works.
Milestone #1- Construction of Zone (1) Villas and Plot Fences Skeleton Works
Complete construction of all Zone (1) villas skeleton works and plot fences including concrete
And masonry works as well as backfilling at the street side of the plot fences.
Milestone #2 - Construction of Zone (2) Villas and Plot Fences Skeleton Works
Complete construction of all Zone (2) villas skeleton works and plot fences including concrete
and masonry works as well as backfilling at the street side of the plot fences.
• Section
#2 Construction of Zones (3) & (4):
Complete Construction; on core and shell basis; of 96 Villas lay at Zones (3) & (4) consists of
Villas pro type as per the Schedule of Villas Type. The Scope of Works shall be in accordance
With the terms of the Contract. This shall include completion and handing over of all relative
Works under the Contract for this section including all Zones (3) & (4) plots fences
superstructure and finishing works.
Milestone #3 - Construction of Zone (3) Villas and Plot Fences Skeleton Works
Complete construction of all Zone (3) villas skeleton works and plot fences including concrete
And masonry works as well as backfilling at the street side of the plot fences.
Milestone #4- Construction of Zone (4) Villas and Plot Fences Skeleton Works
Complete construction of all Zone (4) villas skeleton works and plot fences including concrete

The scope of work:

Package A construction of semi-finished villas
Villa type No
Unit type V1 1

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 Unit type V1+B 4
Unit type V1B+B 9
Unit type V2 2
Unit type V2+B 7
Unit type V3+B 2
Unit type V3B+B 2
Unit type W1D 54
Unit type W1D+B 14
Total Units 95
Site Works 1
Fence Works 1
Package B construction of semi-finished villas
Villa type No
Unit type V1 5
Unit type V1+B 7
Unit type V1B 3
Unit type V1B+B 7
Unit type V2 13
Unit type V2+B 7
Unit type V2+WB 13
Unit type V3+B 3
Unit type V3B 5
Unit type V3B+B 4
Unit type V3B+WB 18
Unit type W1D 6
Unit type W1D+B 4
Unit type SP-A+B 1
Unit type SP-A+WB 2
Unit type SP-C+WB 1
Unit type F+WB -
2
Provisional Sum
Total Units 101
Site Works 1
Fence Works 1

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Including:
Earthworks
Concrete for Substructure & superstructure
External Finishing
Plumbing first fix
Electrical first fix
Plot Fences of units

Structure of Schedule
Package A
Batch 1 23 Villas and Fences
Excavation
Soil replacement
Concrete for foundations
Concrete for basement columns & walls
Below grade block works
Backfilling & SOG
Concrete for basement slab
Concrete for ground floor columns & slab
Concrete for 1st floor columns & slab
Concrete for roof floor columns & slab
Concrete for upper roof columns & slab
Masonry works
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Metal works handrails
Roof insulation & tiling
External plaster walls
External facades finishing
Wood pergolas installation
Aluminium doors & windows
Wooden doors & louvers
Painting of facades
External floorings
Plumbing piping
Inspection chambers & drains
Electrical first fix

Package A
Fences:
Excavation
Concrete for foundations
Concrete for columns & beams
Masonry works
Steel Fence
Steel gates
Finishing
Electric first fix

Package A
Batch 2 26 Villas and Fences
Excavation
Soil replacement
Concrete for foundations
Concrete for basement columns & walls
Below grade block works
Backfilling & SOG
Concrete for basement slab
Concrete for ground floor columns & slab
Concrete for 1st floor columns & slab
Concrete for roof floor columns & slab
Concrete for upper roof columns & slab
Masonry works
Metal works handrails
Roof insulation & tiling
External plaster walls
External facades finishing
Wood pergolas installation
Aluminium doors & windows
Wooden doors & louvers
Painting of facades
External floorings
Plumbing piping
Inspection chambers & drains
Electrical first fix

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Package A
Fences:
Excavation
Concrete for foundations
Concrete for columns & beams
Masonry works
Steel Fence
Steel gates
Finishing
Electric first fix

Package A
Batch 3 24 Villas and Fences
Excavation
Soil replacement
Concrete for foundations
Concrete for basement columns & walls
Below grade block works
Backfilling & SOG
Concrete for basement slab
Concrete for ground floor columns & slab
Concrete for 1st floor columns & slab
Concrete for roof floor columns & slab
Concrete for upper roof columns & slab
Masonry works
Metal works handrails
Roof insulation & tiling
External plaster walls
External facades finishing
Wood pergolas installation
Aluminium doors & windows
Wooden doors & louvers
Painting of facades
External floorings
Plumbing piping
Inspection chambers & drains
Electrical first fix

Package A
Fences:
Excavation
Concrete for foundations
Concrete for columns & beams
Masonry works
Steel Fence
Steel gates
Finishing
Electric first fix

Package A

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Batch 4 22 Villas and Fences
Excavation
Soil replacement
Concrete for foundations
Concrete for basement columns & walls
Below grade block works
Backfilling & SOG
Concrete for basement slab
Concrete for ground floor columns & slab
Concrete for 1st floor columns & slab
Concrete for roof floor columns & slab
Concrete for upper roof columns & slab
Masonry works
Metal works handrails
Roof insulation & tiling
External plaster walls
External facades finishing
Wood pergolas installation
Aluminium doors & windows
Wooden doors & louvers
Painting of facades
External floorings
Plumbing piping
Inspection chambers & drains
Electrical first fix

Package A
Fences:
Excavation
Concrete for foundations
Concrete for columns & beams
Masonry works
Steel Fence
Steel gates
Finishing
Electric first fix

Package B
Batch 1 19 Villas and Fences
Excavation
Soil replacement
Concrete for foundations
Concrete for basement columns & walls
Below grade block works
Backfilling & SOG
Concrete for basement slab
Concrete for ground floor columns & slab
Concrete for 1st floor columns & slab
Concrete for roof floor columns & slab
Concrete for upper roof columns & slab
Masonry works
Metal works handrails

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Roof insulation & tiling
External plaster walls
External facades finishing
Wood pergolas installation
Aluminum doors & windows
Wooden doors & louvers
Painting of facades
External floorings
Plumbing piping
Inspection chambers & drains
Electrical first fix

Package B
Fences:
Excavation
Concrete for foundations
Concrete for columns & beams
Masonry works
Steel Fence
Steel gates
Finishing
Electric first fix

Package B
Batch 2 29 Villas and Fences
Excavation
Soil replacement
Concrete for foundations
Concrete for basement columns & walls
Below grade block works
Backfilling & SOG
Concrete for basement slab
Concrete for ground floor columns & slab
Concrete for 1st floor columns & slab
Concrete for roof floor columns & slab
Concrete for upper roof columns & slab
Masonry works
Metal works handrails
Roof insulation & tiling
External plaster walls
External facades finishing
Wood pergolas installation
Aluminium doors & windows
Wooden doors & louvers
Painting of facades
External floorings
Plumbing piping
Inspection chambers & drains
Electrical first fix

Package B

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Fences:
Excavation
Concrete for foundations
Concrete for columns & beams
Masonry works
Steel Fence
Steel gates
Finishing
Electric first fix

Package B
Group 3 21 Villas and Fences
Excavation
Soil replacement
Concrete for foundations
Concrete for basement columns & walls
Below grade block works
Backfilling & SOG
Concrete for basement slab
Concrete for ground floor columns & slab
Concrete for 1st floor columns & slab
Concrete for roof floor columns & slab
Concrete for upper roof columns & slab
Masonry works
Metal works handrails
Roof insulation & tiling
External plaster walls
External facades finishing
Wood pergolas installation
Aluminium doors & windows
Wooden doors & louvers
Painting of facades
External floorings
Plumbing piping
Inspection chambers & drains
Electrical first fix

Package B
Fences:
Excavation
Concrete for foundations
Concrete for columns & beams
Masonry works
Steel Fence
Steel gates
Finishing
Electric first fix

Package B

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Batch 4 32 Villas and Fences
Excavation
Soil replacement
Concrete for foundations
Concrete for basement columns & walls
Below grade block works
Backfilling & SOG
Concrete for basement slab
Concrete for ground floor columns & slab
Concrete for 1st floor columns & slab
Concrete for roof floor columns & slab
Concrete for upper roof columns & slab
Masonry works
Metal works handrails
Roof insulation & tiling
External plaster walls
External facades finishing
Wood pergolas installation
Aluminium doors & windows
Wooden doors & louvers
Painting of facades
External floorings
Plumbing piping
Inspection chambers & drains
Electrical first fix

Package B
Fences:
Excavation
Concrete for foundations
Concrete for columns & beams
Masonry works
Steel Fence
Steel gates
Finishing
Electric first fix

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 10. EXCAVATION AND BACKFILLING
10.1. Introduction
This method statement details the activities required for excavation, filling and compaction
work to be done in the project, taking into account that the activities will be carried out
during daylight.

10.2. Specification References

Egyptian code of practice No. 2001, Engineer instructions and Approved Workshop drawings

10.3. Health, Safety And Environmental Issues

The Hazard Analysis Program and Environmental Impact Assessment, which are
applicable for this method Statement, will be addressed separately.

10.4. Resources
a. Equipment for Excavation
 Loader
 Excavator CAT 320
 Dump Truck
 Water Truck

b. Equipment for Filling and Compaction Works

 Wheel Loader
 Excavator CAT 320
 Dump Truck
 Roller/ plate compactor
 Wheel Loader
 Water Truck

c. Manpower for Excavation

 Engineer
 Forman
 Surveyor
 Assistant Surveyor
 Excavator CAT 320 Operator
 Dump Truck Drivers
 Wheel Loader Operator
 Water Truck Driver
 Labour

d. Manpower for Filling and Compaction Works

 Engineer
 Forman
 Surveyor
 Assistant Surveyor
 Excavator CAT 320 Operator
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  Dump Truck Driver
 Roller / Plate Compactor Operator
 Wheel Loader Operator
 Water Truck Driver
 Labour

Note: Number of Equipment and Manpower will be determined as per the progressactivities
requirements.

e. Materials
 Fill material shall conform to Project Specifications.

10.5. Methodology

EXCAVATION

The surveyor will mark the limits of excavation and will provide reference points for levels
at all the suitable locations based on the approved drawings.
Structural & section excavation shall start after cleaning and grubbing and shall include
excavations for pits, manholes, catch basins, pipe lines as indicated on Approved Design
Drawing.
Maximum depth of excavation shall be as specified in IFC DWG’s.
Depending on soil properties, precautions to be considered to ensure the slope stability.
The excavation will be done using Loader or Excavator, depending on the space
availability. The slope will be determined depending on the soil conditions.
The loader and dump trucks will be used for hauling, levelling and carrying the excavated
material.

FILLING AND COMPACTION

Laboratory Testing of Fill Material
The tests should be performed as per project specifications.
Particle size analysis of soils –ASTM D422
Modified Proctor test as per ASTM D1557
Field Dry Density- ASTM 1556 (Sand cone method)
Liquid limit, plasticity index
Methodology for Filling and Compaction
Prior to starting the backfilling procedure, a survey control has to be done. Surveyors will
mark filling limits by driving steel rods in the ground at different locations. Level marks
with reference to the established benchmarks at the site will be indicated on the steel rods
using red tapes. These level marks will guide the operator to fill and compact the material
in the required thickness.
The sub-grade will be prepared prior to placing fill material by removing ruts, debris,
hummocks and other objectionable organic matter. Then, the sub-grade will be
compacted as per project specifications.
The approved fill will be hauled to the filling area by trucks and dumped to the designated
area. Suitable fill material is hauled to place either from stockpiled material or directly

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from areas being excavated on another part of the site. If suitable fill material is found in
the vicinity, material could be tipped and spread as required. Material will be spread to an
un-compacted thickness according to the project specifications by loader and shovel.
Final grading will be done by labour. Spraying water will compensate loss of moisture
during hauling and spreading operation. Each layer will be compacted according to the
project specification, using a vibratory compactor.
Filling, spreading and compacting will progress in layers until the required final level is
achieved. The layer thickness shall be as per project specifications or as mentioned in
IFC drawings.
For pipe lines bedding, clean sand shall be used and compacted to the required slopes &
levels. After pipes installation, backfilling using clean sand shall be performed to the
height specified on drawings; normal backfill material shall be placed & compacted above
the sand in layers till the final grading is reached.

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 11. FORMWORK
11.1. Introduction
The scope of this method statement is to describe in details the design principles and the usage
of the formwork for cast In-situ activities. This method statement is guided by the provisions of
Technical Specification for Civil Works.

11.2. Health, Safety And Environmental Issues

The Hazard Analysis Program and Environmental Impact Assessment, which are applicable for
this method Statement, will be addressed separately.

11.3. Resources
a. Equipment for Timber Formwork
 Portable Tools

b. Manpower for Timber Formwork

 Carpenters
 Carpenters Helpers
 Labor

Note: Number of Equipment and Manpower will be determined as per the progress activities
requirements.

c. Materials for Timber Formwork

 Timber
 Weather proof Plywood
 Accessories
 Release Agent

11.4. Methodology
Exposed formwork shall be with plywood, U/G concrete against soil shall be with rough
face form work, steel scaffolding shall be used when required, no timber scaffolding shall
be used

Formwork Design
Both types of formwork shall be designed to meet the following requirements:
 The structure dimensions indicated in the construction drawings.
 Stability of the formwork (both vertically and laterally) in the initial position during or
after concreting.
 The surface finish shall be as per the required type.
 The formwork shall allow proper concrete placement and vibration.
 The formwork shall be well tight to prevent mortar loss.
 The formwork shall withstand the pressure of the fresh concrete and, dead and live
loads as well as re-shoring loads in multi stories structures.
 The form shall support solidly and in accurate positions, all the embedded items placed
as per construction drawings.

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Ties
Ties will be placed at such intervals that will not allow any movement or deformation of
the formwork beyond the specified tolerance limits. Forms for small section elements, i.e.,
columns, shall be tied externally.
Through-ties shall be used for big area forms.

Coating
Prior to concreting, the form shall be cleaned and any foreign material shall be removed.
If necessary, openings shall be provided in the formwork for the removal of the foreign
materials.
Before placing the formwork, it will be coated with the approved release agent. The
properties and coating procedure shall conform to project specifications.

Removal of Forms and Shoring

Formwork for columns, sides of beams, walls (except for tank foundations) and other
formworks not supporting the concrete weight shall be removed as per the Egyptian code

Shoring and Propping

All shoring and propping requirements shall be submitted to client for approval.

Chamfers
All exterior exposed corners shall be chamfered as indicated in the construction drawings.

Concrete Surface Finish

The materials we intent to use for the formwork skin shall produce a fair face class finish
as per the project specifications.

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 12. REINFORCED CONCRETE PLACEMENT
12.1. Introduction
This method statement describes technical requirements and procedures to be followed when
transporting and delivering ready mixed concrete, produced at the central batching plant and
placed on metal deck on site in order to achieve the required level of quality.

12.2. Specification References

Egyptian code for practice as well as engineer instructions and approved workshop drawings

12.3. Health, Safety And Environmental Issues

The Hazard Analysis Program and Environmental Impact Assessment, which are applicable for
this method Statement, will be addressed separately.

12.4. Resources
a. Equipment
 Batching Plant
 Transit Mixers
 Concrete Pumps (Capacity compatible with the capacity of the batching plant)
 Electrical Vibrators
 Water Tanker

b. Manpower
 Batching Plant Operator
 Transit Mixer Driver
 Concrete Pump Operator
 Concrete Pump Operator Assistant
 Water Tanker Driver
 Concrete Finishers & Helpers

Note: Number of Equipment and Manpower will be determined as per the progress activities
requirements.

c. Materials
The Material Engineer, controlling the operation of the central batching plant will be informed in
advance about the quantity and grade of concrete required for a particular pour. He will arrange
production of concrete in accordance with approved Quality Control Plan.

12.5. METHODOLOGY

Transportation of Concrete
Before the departure of the loaded transit mixer, the delivery ticket will be handed over to the
driver.

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Delivery of Concrete
Before discharging the concrete at the point of delivery, the driver will provide the Material
Engineer or Quality Control Engineer the delivery ticket identifying the material for each batch of
concrete.
The concrete will be conveyed to the place of placing in the following manner:
1. Metallic or Metal-lined chutes
2. Concrete Pump: The concrete pump will be of adequate pumping capacity.
Wherever required, the concrete will be pumped through steel pipes.
3. Concrete Bucket: Metallic concrete buckets with bottom opening will also be used.
It will be carried to place of pouring by a crane.

Deposition of Concrete
The concrete will be deposited continuously or in layers of such thickness so that cold joints are
not formed. The concrete, which has partially hardened, will not be deposited. Suitable
construction joints will be provided to avoid formation of cold joints.
After placing, the concrete will be consolidated by using mechanical or electrical vibrators, which
will be operated by competent workmen. Use of vibrators to transport concrete within the
formwork will not be allowed.

Protection of Fresh Concrete

Unless adequate protection is provided, concrete will not be placed during rain.

Curing of Concrete
Immediately after placement, concrete will be protected from premature drying and excessively
hot temperatures and will be maintained with minimum moisture loss at relatively constant
temperature for a period necessary for the hydration of the cement and hardening of the
concrete.
The curing of concrete will be carried out by one of the following procedures:
1. Pouring or continuous sprinkling of water
2. Application of hessian kept continuously wet and covered with polyethylene sheet
3. Application of sand kept continuously wet
4. Application of waterproof sheet material subject to approval by Client
5. Application of curing compound subject to approval by Client
The system to be used will depend on the nature of the structure. The above methods (2) and
(5) will be the mostly used.

Moisture loss from surfaces placed against wooden forms or steel forms, exposed to heating by
sun, will be minimised by draping forms with wet hessian covered with white polyethylene until
they can be safely removed. After forms are removed, the concrete will be cured up to the end
of prescribed period.

Concrete surface preparation of U/G basins:

All internal & external surfaces shall be finished with waterproofing material.

Quality Control

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The workability of the concrete will be continuously monitored at delivery place before casting.
Samples for conducting tests for determining the compressive strength on concrete will be taken
according to the specifications.

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 13. STEEL REINFORCEMENT, ANCHOR BOLTS & STEEL INSERTS
13.1. Introduction
This method statement describes the procedure to be followed for fabrication and placing of
steel reinforcement.

13.2. Specification References

Egyptian code for practice as well as engineer instructions and approved workshop drawings.

13.3. Health, Safety And Environmental Issues

The Hazard Analysis Program and Environmental Impact Assessment, which are applicable for
this method Statement, will be addressed separately.

13.4. Resources

a. Equipment
 Truck-Trailer
 Crane
 Slings

b. Manpower
 Truck-Trailer driver
 Crane Operator
 Rigger
 Steel Fixers
 Labours

Note: Number of Equipment’s and Manpower will be determined as per the progress activity
requirements.

c. Materials
The steel reinforcement will consist of high tensile deformed bars, complying with the
requirements of Technical Specification for Civil Works.

13.5. Methodology
Cutting and Bending of Bars
The reinforcement will be cut and bent in accordance with the approved bar bending schedules.
The bending of reinforcements will be done by steel mandrels on the bending machine,
producing a gradual and even motion. Bars will be bent cold and at specified radii according to
standards.

Receipt and Storage of Bars

The Rebar received from the supplier will be inspected. All defective materials will be replaced
by the supplier.
The storage of rebar will be arranged above ground on padded supports, using timber pieces or
sand bags. The rebar will be covered with dark light proof material to prevent from rust caused
by environmental conditions.
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Placing of Reinforcement
Minimum concrete cover for reinforcement shall be as Reinforced Concrete Works General
Notes.
All reinforcement shall be supported and fastened before concrete is placed and shall be
secured against displacement within permitted tolerances.
Reinforcement supported by formwork shall rest on bar supports made of plastic or other
acceptable materials.
Reinforcing bar supported from ground, formwork shall rest on concrete supports, or on plastic
supports or other acceptable materials.
All splices will be provided as indicated in the approved for construction drawings.
Bending or straightening of bars partially embedded in concrete will not be permitted without
prior approval of the Client.
RFI will be issued in accordance to site inspection procedure.
The reinforcement at obstructions or where it clashes with another reinforcement will not be cut,
bent, omitted or modified without prior approval from the Client.
The welding of reinforcement will not be permitted.

Fixing of Reinforcement
The handling reinforcement from the storage area to the place of fixing will be done carefully.
The prepared lengths of the bars will not be dropped. Mechanical damage by tools, heavy
footwear and wheel borrows will be avoided.
The reinforcement will then be accurately fixed in the required position. The bars intended to be
on contact at passing points will be securely tied together at all such points with steel tying wire.
After fixing, the reinforcement will be inspected for type, size, and accuracy of placing.
The reinforcement projecting out from work being concreted or already concreted will not be
bent out of its correct position. It will be protected from deformations or other damages.
The cover to reinforcement will be maintained by using either plastic spacers or concrete blocks.
Cantilever and top bars over supports will be held in correct position during concreting with the
help of rebar chairs placed between top and bottom bars and approved spacers below the
bottom bars.

Embedded items & Anchor Bolts

All items shall be from approved supplier and fabricated according to the approved shop
drawings conforming to EN 10027-S355-J2. Embedded items shall be primed and painted
according to project specification, Anchor bolts shall be galvanized
Tags shall be placed on each item upon receipt indicating the code of each item.
As for the installation, the embedded items & Anchor Bolts shall be fixed as follows:
Plates shall be fixed to the formwork using M12 bolts and the bolts shall not extend beyond nut
so as not to be held in concrete, as for the nuts, they shall remain buried in concrete.
A. The anchor bolts shall be fixed using wooden or steel template. The Bolts shall be fabricated
from steel confirming to EN 10027-S355-J2, the nuts shall conform to ASTM A563 and the

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 washers shall conform to ASTM F436. Bolts, plates, nuts and washers shall be hot dip
galvanized as per ASTM A153.
B. Embedded plates with studs shall be fixed to the formwork using M12 bolts and the bolts
shall not extend beyond nut so as not to be held in concrete, as for the nuts, they shall
remain buried in concrete. The holes in plate shall be provided at the same locations
indicated in drawing
C. The sleeves shall be fixed to the formwork by means of wooden cones fixed to the formwork
at the right positioned as indicated in the IFC drawings.
D. The top plates shall be fixed in the required position using UPN beams to be provided at the
top and shall rest on the side formwork. The plates shall be bolted to the UPN beams by
M12 bolts.

Coating of concrete surface

Prior to application of coating, concrete surface shall be sound, clean, dry and free from loose
flaking material, such as laitance, curing compounds, dust, oil, grease etc.
Minor concrete defects shall be repaired using the approved material
The water proofing material shall be applied as per manufacturer’s recommendation.

Quality Control
The reinforcement will be inspected before concreting. It will be ensured that the surface of
reinforcement will be free from mud, oil, retarders, grease or any other substance which would
affect adversely the steel or concrete chemically or reduce the bond.
Reinforcement will be inspected before concreting to ensure that it is placed in full accordance to
the issued for construction drawings.

14. MASONRY
Concrete blocks shall be accordance to the project specification and vendor list and will be
stocked on a clean & level platform.

Clay Brick: ASTM C 902 Class SX, Type 1, sized as per local manufacturers requirements, Size
120 mm x 250 mm with thickness 60 mm local manufacture.

Test surface for straightness, levelness. Notify Company where grinding corrections are needed.

Cut units where required for fitting or for installation of built-in items, using power tools; don’t
install units having chipped or cracked edges on sight-exposed surface

Use additional horizontal reinforcing every 50 cm above and below openings at chases and
other points where wall is weakened

Use vertical control joints in accordance with the best practice

Install unit's level and plumb to within specified site tolerance

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Strike and tool setting mortar to concave profile using 16 mm diameter non-metallic tooling rod

Rake out setting mortar minimum 6mm; allow setting

Remove excess mortar from surfaces at once, using clean soft, damp rags. Don't allow mortar to
harden on sight-exposed surfaces.

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 15. METAL FABRICATION
15.1. Installation
a. General
 Provide anchorage devices and fasteners where necessary for securing metal
fabrications. Furnish setting drawings, templates and instructions for embedding
anchors in concrete and masonry
 Set metal fabrications accurately in location, alignment and elevation with edges and
surface level, plumb and true. Make sure that measurements are taken from
established lines and levels.
 Fit exposed connections accurately together to form hairline joints. Weld connections
that are not to be left as exposed joints, yet could not be shop welded because of
shipping size limitations. Do not weld, cut or abrade items which have been hot-dip
galvanized after fabrication; only bolting or riveting is acceptable in this case.
 Field welding shall comply with recommendations of the Code.
 Corrosion protection: Coat concealed surfaces of aluminium that may come into
contact with grout, concrete, masonry, preservative treated wood or other metals with a
coat of bituminous paint or zinc chromate primer. Apply same where dissimilar metals
are in contact with each other.

b. Metal Stairs
 Provide metal stairs as indicated and shop-fabricated to the greatest possible extend
according to approved shop drawings.
 Anchoring system for stairs and platforms shall be approved by the Engineer before
installation.
 Assemble and erect metal stairs and platforms without damaging finishes on stairs and
adjacent construction.
 If metal pan treads shall be filled with concrete this may be done before or after
assembly and erection.
 Make sure that any finishes already applied to metal pans are not affected by the
concrete fill.
 Unless otherwise indicated, provide a concrete finish with a slip resistant and hard
wearing surface.

c. Metal Ladders
 Provide metal ladders as indicated and fabricated according to approved shop
drawings.
 Fix same by using a doweling and bolting system which has been approved for its load
bearing capacity.
 Make sure that the load bearing capacity is beyond the actual dead and max. allowable
live load.

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d. Handrails and Railings
 Provide handrails and railing systems as indicated and fabricated according to
approved shop drawings.
 Adjust railings prior to anchoring to ensure matching alignment at abutting joints.
 Plumb posts in each direction. Secure posts to building construction as shown in shop
drawings.
 Anchoring with dowels and bolts: Make sure that manufacturer's requirements for
distances o.c. and from edges of the actual construction have been considered.
 Anchoring by core drilling: Drill holes min. 12 cm deep and min. 2 cm greater than
outside diameter of post.
 Set posts plumb and fill annular space with non-shrink cement-based grout or as
approved by the Engineer.
 Make sure that the anchoring system meets the strength requirements of the Standard.

e. Floor Gratings
 Install floor gratings in compliance with the recommendations.
 Make sure that the framing and supporting system is properly aligned and levelled
before setting the anchors in concrete or bolting it to any substructure.
 Gratings may be laid in-line or staggered if not otherwise indicated and bolted to each
other as recommended.

f. Chain-Link Fencing
 Provide chain-link fencing of indicated height and of materials complying with
requirements.
 The fence shall be erected true to line, with the top of the fence following the base line.
Posts shall be set in concrete, plumb and true.
 Provide intermediate posts at max. Distance of 4 m and straining posts at all ends,
corners and changes of direction and at intervals not exceeding 70 m in straight
lengths of fencing.
 Struts shall be fixed to all straining posts and shall be set in the direction of the line of
fencing secured to them. The struts shall be bolted to the straining post with 10 mm
diameter bolts at a point within the top third of the length above ground. The struts shall
generally be fixed at an angle of 45 deg. to the ground. Struts over 2 m of length shall
have a horizontal brace bolted to the straining post and its strut near the middle line
wire. The size of struts and braces shall be the same size as the intermediate posts.
 The top line wire shall be secured 3 cm below the top of the post; the bottom wire shall
be reasonably close to ground level, and the intermediate wire secured midway
between the top and bottom wire. The wires shall be interwoven through the mesh and
intermediate post holes and strained at each strain post with galvanized steel eye
bolts.
 Gates shall be of similar appearance as the fencing.

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 o Gate framing shall be made of tubular steel members of the same size as straining
posts. Members shall be welded with corners. There shall be no rough, sharp
edges and all welds shall be ground smooth.
o Gates shall be hung such that the top of the gate is level with the top of the fence,
with sufficient clearance at the bottom to allow gates to open freely. Double gates
shall have a max. Clearance between meeting stiles of 15 mm.
o Hinges shall preferably be bolted to posts and gate stiles; if welded, this shall be
performed before galvanizing of the respective members.
o Locking devices shall be provided as indicated. Double gates shall have a drop
bolt fixed to one of the gates, with a stop set embedded in concrete.
o All fixing accessories shall have a galvanized finish.
 Any drilling or welding shall be done before galvanizing.

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 16. PLASTER & FINISH WORKS
All tools, implements and vessels used shall be kept clean and all surfaces to be plastered shall
be clean and free from dust, grease and loose projecting mortar.

Concrete block designated to receive plaster shall have flush joints

Substrate shall be soaked with water for minimum 24 hours prior to commencing application

Minimum 200 mm wide metal lath shall be mechanically fastened to substrates at joints between
concrete and masonry

All external corners shall have corner beads mechanically fastened in place, to the underside of
the ceiling

GAMA shall form vertical guide screeds 50 mm wide, spaced at maximum 1.5 m apart. Screeds
shall be plumb and in the same plane with each other

Ensure substrates are clean and dry and remove loose materials and substances which may
impair the work

Each concrete and masonry surfaces designated to receive plaster. Scrub with acid etching
solution on previously wetted surface and rinse thoroughly with clean water. Repeat
applications, if necessary to obtain adequate suction and mechanical bond of plaster

Applying bonding agent to substrates in accordance with manufactures recommendations

Apply dash coat on substrate .Moist –cure dash coat for at least 24 hours after application, prior
plaster

Immediately before plastering dampen substrates. Determine and apply amount of moisture and
degree of saturation that will result in optimum suction for plastering.

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 17. PAINTING
17.1. General Examination
Examine structure where work will be applied. Correct conditions detrimental to the proper and
timely completion of the work. Verify that materials to be used for the work comply with
requirements in specifications and schedules. Do not proceed until unsatisfactory conditions
have been corrected.

17.2. General Preparation

Installation
General
Surfaces to be painted shall be stable, firm, dry and free from dust, sand, loose old paint,
laitance, dirt, grease and oil. It is the Contractor's responsibility to make sure that these
conditions are established by adequate cleaning procedures.

Whatever type of paint, procedures of application, pre-treatment and number of coatings are
specified, it is the Contractor's responsibility to check the actual conditions and state in writing to
the Engineer any incompatibility with the specified painting system.

Do not apply any coat if the climatic conditions are not within the temperature range or humidity
limits given by the manufacturer.

All adjoining areas not to be painted shall be masked and all necessary precautions taken to
prevent contamination of same.

Painting of Concrete / Masonry / Plaster / Gypsum boards

External Painting
Substrates of concrete, masonry or cement-based rendering shall receive a primer or sealer,
water- or solvent-borne, depending on the subsequent coats. The primer/sealer shall have alkali
resistance, good binding and sealing properties and shall be from the same manufacturer as the
subsequent coats.
Apply intermediate and final coat of paint indicated. Follow strictly manufacturer's guidelines for
application method, standard film thickness, coating intervals etc.
Use same application method as has been used for the samples and approved by the Engineer.
If a textured coat has to be applied, there shall be only one coat unless otherwise indicated.
Make sure, that the used application method results in a film thickness similar to manufacturer's
data.
Before application of paints with no or low vapour permeability make sure that the substrate is
fully cured and has reached a moisture content of less than 4%.

Internal Painting
Substrates of concrete, masonry, plaster or gypsum board shall receive a primer/sealer if
required to establish a uniform absorptive capacity.

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Gypsum boards, unless otherwise indicated, shall receive a coat of waterborne filler before the
application of a primer or final coats. It shall be applied by steel trowel and result in a smooth
and even finish. For wet rooms use only fillers which are recommended by the manufacturer for
this purpose (e.g. acrylic based fillers).

Apply two coats of paint indicated. Follow strictly manufacturer's guidelines for application
method, standard film thickness, coating intervals etc.

Use same application method as has been used for the samples and approved by the Engineer.

Painting of Steel
Primed Steel
Steel which has previously been primed, e.g. shop primed, shall be thoroughly checked for any
defects.

Surface preparation shall include degreasing and removal of contaminants Damaged and rusted
areas shall be sanded off and re-primed with the same primer used in first place.

Apply intermediate and final coat of paint indicated. Make sure that these coats are compatible
with the primer applied previously.

Use application method which best fits the purpose and the requirements of the final finish, and
make sure that it is also recommended by the manufacturer.

Untreated Steel
 Cleaning
The most important measure for reaching a long service life for painting on steel is cleaning. I

Clean steel substrates to a cleaning degree as indicated, based upon the methods and
consequent results designated in specifications.

Where appropriate, ensure that manufacturer’s recommended surface profile is achieved.

 Painting
Apply painting system of one manufacturer consisting of a primer and two finishing coats of
type and quality indicated.

Painting of Aluminium
Aluminium building components like windows, doors etc. shall generally be delivered to site with
the final paint finish. They shall therefore be handled carefully to avoid any damage.

Any repair by patch painting on site has to be approved by the Engineer.

 Powder-Organic Coating

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 Powder organic coating of aluminium shall be shop-applied and meet the requirements of the
project specifications.

Painting of Architectural Woodwork

Alkyd varnish should be used only internally. External applied painting should give the wood a
minimum ultra-violet protection that means certain opacity should be reached.

Any architectural woodwork shall not be delivered to site before a priming coat of indicated type
has been applied, or if not, as recommended by the manufacturer of the indicated painting
system.

 Alkyd gloss paint system shall be applied in two coats; preferably sprayed. The dried paint
shall be highly vapor permeable if used on external surfaces.
 One alkyd undercoat as specified in the project specifications.
 one alkyd finish coat of indicated gloss and color
 Alkyd varnish shall be applied in two coats on the primed substrate, preferably sprayed
unless the circumstances do not allow it.
 Joinery wood stain of indicated type and color shall be applied in two coats on the primed
substrate. Transparent wood stain shall not be used on external surfaces.

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 18. ALUMINUM WINDOWS
Install windows level, plumb, square, true to line, without distortion or impeding thermal
movement, anchored securely in place to structural support, and in proper relation to wall
flashing and other adjacent construction.

Set sill members in bed of sealant or with gaskets, as indicated, for weather-tight construction.

Install windows and components to drain condensation, water penetrating joints, and moisture
migrating within windows to the exterior.

Metal Protection: Where aluminium will contact dissimilar metals, protect against galvanic action
by painting contact surfaces with primer or by applying sealant or tape recommended by
manufacturer for this purpose. Where aluminium will contact concrete or masonry, protect
against corrosion by painting contact surfaces with bituminous paint.

Adjust operating sashes and ventilators, screens, and hardware for a tight fit at contact points
and weather stripping for smooth operation and weather-tight closure. Lubricate hardware and
moving parts.

Protect window surfaces from contact with contaminating substances resulting from construction
operations. In addition, monitor window surfaces adjacent to and below exterior concrete and
masonry surfaces during construction for presence of dirt, scum, alkaline deposits, stains, or
other contaminants. If contaminating substances do contact window surfaces, remove
contaminants immediately according to manufacturer's written recommendations.

Clean factory-glazed glass immediately after installing windows. Comply with manufacturer's
written recommendations for final cleaning and maintenance. Remove non-permanent labels
and clean surfaces.

Remove and replace glass that has been broken, chipped, cracked, abraded, or damaged
during construction period.

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 19. Wood Doors and Frames
Materials when delivered to the site shall be stored to ensure proper ventilation and protection
for the elements.

Joinery and finished woodwork shall be delivered dry. Interior finish shall not be stored or
installed in the building until after concrete, masonry and wet trades have been completed or
cured & dried.

Verify that field measurement are as indicated on shop drawings a careful coordination the wood
door opening construction, door frame and door hardware installation, providing lock blocks at
lock edge and top of door for closer for hardware reinforcement, fit edge trim to edge stiles, bond
edge banding to cores ,factory pre-fit doors for frame opening dimensions identified on shop
drawings, fabricate door in sizes as indicated for factory fit doors to suit frame opening
installation should be according to the specification ,trim width by cutting equally on both jamb
edges, trim door height by cutting bottom edges to maximum of 19mm machine cut for
hardware, core for handset and cylinders and final adjustment is required in order to balance the
door movement.

Immediately following installation, get the approval of the Engineer.

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 20. CERAMIC TILE
20.1. General
Examine substrates, areas, and conditions where tile will be installed, with Installer present, for
compliance with requirements for installation tolerances and other conditions affecting
performance of installed tile.

 Verify that substrates for setting tile are firm; dry; clean; free from oil, waxy films, and curing
compounds; and within flatness tolerances required by referenced ANSI A108 series of tile
installation standards for installations indicated.
 Verify that installation of grounds, anchors, recessed frames, electrical and mechanical units
of work, and similar items located in or behind tile has been completed before installing tile.
 Verify that joints and cracks in tile substrates are coordinated with tile joint locations; if not
coordinated, adjust latter in consultation with Engineer.
Do not proceed with installation until unsatisfactory conditions have been corrected.

Remove coatings, including curing compounds, and other substances that contain soap, wax,
oil, or silicone and are incompatible with tile-setting materials by using a terrazzo or concrete
grinder, a drum sander, or a polishing machine equipped with a heavy-duty wire brush.

Provide concrete substrates for tile floors installed with dry-set or latex-Portland cement mortars
that comply with flatness tolerances specified in referenced ANSIA108 series of tile installation
standards for installations indicated.

Use trowelable levelling and patching compounds per tile-setting material manufacturer's written
instructions to fill cracks, holes, and depressions.

Remove protrusions, bumps, and ridges by sanding or grinding.

Provide substrates for wall tile installed with dry-set or latex-Portland

cement mortars that comply with flatness tolerances specified in referenced ANSI A108 series of
tile installation standards for installations indicated.

Use cement plaster, with expanded mesh reinforcement where necessary, and patching
compounds per tile-setting material manufacturer's written instructions to fill cracks, holes, and
depressions.

For tile exhibiting colour variations within ranges selected during Sample submittals, verify that
tile has been factory blended and packaged so tile units taken from one package show same
range of colours as those taken from other packages and match approved Samples. If not
factory blended, either return to manufacturer or blend tiles at Project site before installing.

Field-Applied Temporary Protective Coating: Where indicated under tile type or needed to
prevent grout from staining or adhering to exposed tile surfaces, pre coat them with continuous
film of temporary protective coating, taking care not to coat unexposed tile surfaces.

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20.2. Installation. General
ANSI Tile Installation Standards: Comply with parts of ANSIA108 series of tile installation
standards in "Specifications for Installation of Ceramic Tile" that apply to types of setting and
grouting materials and to methods indicated in ceramic tile installation schedules.

TCA Installation Guidelines: TCA's "Handbook for Ceramic Tile Installation." Comply with TCA
installation methods indicated in ceramic tile installation schedules.

Extend tile work into recesses and under or behind equipment and fixtures to form a complete
covering without interruptions, unless otherwise indicated. Terminate work neatly at obstructions,
edges, and corners without disrupting pattern or joint alignments.

Accurately form intersections and returns. Perform cutting and drilling of tile without marring
visible surfaces. Carefully grind cut edges of tile abutting trim, finish, or built-in items for straight
aligned joints. Fit tile closely to electrical outlets, piping, fixtures, and other penetrations so
plates, collars, or covers overlap tile.

Jointing Pattern: Lay tile in grid pattern, unless otherwise indicated or directed by the Engineer.
Align joints when adjoining tiles on floor, base, walls, and trim are the same size. Lay out tile
work and center tile fields in both directions in each space or on each wall area. Adjust to
minimize tile cutting. Provide uniform joint widths, unless otherwise indicated.

Lay out tile wainscots to next full tile beyond dimensions indicated.

Grout tile to comply with the requirements of the following tile installation standards: - For
chemical-resistant epoxy grouts, comply with ANSI A108.6.

Coordinate the work of ceramic tile inlay through natural stone floors or facings with the work of
adjoining stone paving or facing as per specifications

Finish adjoining ceramic tiles and stone flooring perfectly flush.

Finish adjoining ceramic tiles and stone facings to lines indicated on Drawings or directed by the
Engineer.

20.3. Movement Joints

Movement Joints: Locate structural expansion joints and other sealant-filled joints, including
control, contraction, and isolation joints, where indicated during installation of setting materials,
mortar beds, and tile. Do not saw-cut joints after installing tiles.

Locate expansion joint in floor finishes directly above and aligned with structural expansion
joints.

General: To the maximum practical extent locate other joints in tile surfaces directly above joints
in concrete substrates. Prepare joints and apply sealants to comply with requirements.

Provide 8-10 mm wide, non-structural, peripheral control joints in floor tiling or paving around the
perimeter of all tiles or paved area exceeding 9 m in any direction for tiles or pavers bedded in
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semi-dry mortar and exceeding 4.50 m in any direction for tiles or pavers bedded in thin bed
setting adhesive. Control joints shall extend through full depth of tile and paving finish including
tiles or pavers, backings and beddings. Use pre-fabricated control joint section as specified in
specifications

20.4. Floor Tile Installation

General: Install tile to comply with requirements in the Ceramic Tile Floor Installation Schedule
and ANSI A108 series of tile installation standards.

Joint Widths: Install tile on floors with the following joint widths: Paver Tile: 3.0 mm. Use plastic
spacers to maintain joint widths

20.5. Wall Tile Installation

Install types of tile designated for wall installations to comply with requirements in the Ceramic
Tile Wall Installation Schedule and ANSI A108 series of installation standards.

Install metal base plaster coat over dash-coat to walls.

Joint Widths: Install tile on walls with the following joint widths: Wall Tile: 3.00 mm. Use Plastic
spacers to maintain joint widths.

20.6. Cleaning And Protecting

Cleaning: On completion of placement and grouting, clean all ceramic tile surfaces so they are
free of foreign matter.

Remove latex-Portland cement grout residue from tile as soon as possible.

Unglazed tile may be cleaned with acid solutions only when permitted by tile and grout
manufacturer's written instructions, but no sooner than 10 days after installation. Protect metal
surfaces, cast iron, and vitreous plumbing fixtures from effects of acid cleaning. Flush surface
with clean water before and after cleaning.

Remove temporary protective coating by method recommended by coating manufacturer that is

acceptable to brick and grout manufacturer. Trap and remove coating to prevent it from clogging
drains.

Finished Tile Work: Leave finished installation clean and free of cracked, chipped, broken,
unbonded, and otherwise defective tile work.

Provide final protection and maintain conditions, in a manner acceptable to Engineer, that
ensure tile is without damage or deterioration at the time of Substantial Completion.

When recommended by tile manufacturer, apply a protective coat of neutral protective cleaner to
completed tile walls and floors. Protect installed tile work with Kraft paper or other heavy
covering during construction period to prevent staining, damage, and wear.

Prohibit foot and wheel traffic from tiled floors for at least 7 days after grouting is completed.

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Before final inspection, remove protective coverings and rinse neutral cleaner from tile surfaces.

20.7. Ceramic Tile Floor Installation Schedule

Install tile to comply with TCA installation methods and ANSI A108 Series of tile installation
standards.

Floors of Kitchen. Wet Area Other Areas: Thick-set Portland Cement Mortar with Cementitious-
Based Grout.

20.8. Ceramic Tile Wall Installation Schedule

Install types of tile designated for wall installations to comply with TCA installations methods and
ANSI setting-bed standards. Install metal lath and scratch coat to walls to comply with ANSI
A108.1 A, Section 4.1.

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 21. PLUMBING WORKS
Plumbing Drainage Work Erection

Use the white cement and wire lines to mark for the drainage pipes according to the shop
drawings.

Using the surveyor and worker to excavate for the pipe lines 10 cm more than the pipe invert
level and then backfill this 10 cm with clean sand and compact it using the compactor.

Cut the UPVC pipes and chamfer the end in the site according to the approved shop drawings
lengths and put it in the excavated trenches.

Using the push on joints way to jointing the pipes and fitting by using cleaner to clean the pipes
end and lubricate the rubber rings then push the pipes tail on the pipes heads and adjust the
pipe alignment.

Make the leakage test for the installed pipes by make a 3 meter head at the both end of the
pipes and plug any other outlet up to 15 minutes according to the plumbing standard code, then
fixing any leakage if found, then using the surveyor to adjust the pipes slopes according to the
approved drawings.

Make inspection for the surveyor and the mechanical consultant for approval

Release the pressure on the pipes and make the necessary support to make sure that the
outlets are in the vertical position.

Backfilling up above the inspected pipes with clean sand to cover the pipe with about 30 cm
above the pipe with clean sand then complete the back filling with the soil out from the
excavation.

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 22. POLYPROPYLENE PIPES AND FITTINGS
- Cut the pipe at right angles to the pipe axis.
- Take care that the pipe axis is free from burrs or cutting chips and remove if necessary.
- Mark the welding depth at the end of the pipe
- Mark the desired position of the fitting on the pipe and/or fitting.
- Push the end of the pipe, without turning, up to the marked welding depth into the welding
tool.
- At the same time push the fitting, without turning, right down to the welding tool.
- It is essential to observe the recommended heating times.
- The heating time starts, when pipe and fitting have been pushed to the correct welding
depth on the welding tool.
- After the stipulated heating time quickly remove pipe and fitting from the welding tools.
Join them immediately, and without turning, until the marked welding depth is covered by
the bead of PP from the fitting.
- Do not push the pipe too far into the fitting, as this would reduce the bore and in an
extreme case close the pipe.
- After the cooling period the fused joint is ready for use.
- Immediately before welding take the electric welding socket out of the protective packing.
- If the electric socket should be dirty, because clean its inner surface with non-grease
alcohol. Use only lint free, clean linen or cotton cloths (no synthetic fibre). Do not touch
the welding surfaces of pipe and electric sockets after their cleaning.
- In order to avoid that the pipe has not been put deep enough into the welding socket, it is
recommended to mark the welding depth.
- Put both pipe ends completely into the electric welding socket. Ensure that the pipes are
squarely put into the electric welding socket and that the pipe ends cannot slip out.
- Connect the plugs of the device with the electric welding socket.
- Apply hydraulic leakage test. Do not apply smoke testing for polypropylene pipe work
unless, after obtaining Engineer's approval, be certain that the products of combustion of
the smoke generating set will have no detrimental effect on polypropylene. Testing
pressure shall be 150% of the maximum operating pressure for duration of three hours.

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23. UPVC PIPES AND FITTINGS FOR DRAINAGE
- Use fine tooth hand saw to cut pipes. Ends shall be cut straight and at right angles to
the pipe axis. The cut spigot end shall be chamfered by drawing a line around the
pipe at least 10 mm from the end, then chamfer the pipe with medium least 10 mm
from the end, then chamfer the pipe with medium file or rasp to remove swarf.
- The joining of UPVC/MTJPVC pipe to UPVC/MUPVC pipe and fittings shall be done as
specified. The connections of UPVC/MUPVC to other materials shall be done with
suitable adaptors and techniques. All joints and the preparation thereof, shall be in
accordance with the manufacturer's printed instructions and as hereinafter specified.
- The Contractor shall provide for the Engineer's approval, all joining and connection
systems.
- Mark the insertion depth from the end of the pipe, making an allowance for expansion
of 10 mm between end of pipe and bottom of socket. Cut pipe and chamfer the end.
Lubricate the ring.
- Clean the recess within the pipe socket and insert the joint ring. Apply a small amount
of lubricant or petroleum jelly to the chamfered spigot end.
- Align the pipe spigot with the socket and push firmly through the joint ring.
- Adjust the spigot position so that the insertion depth mark is flush with the face of the
socket. Fittings must not be cut off.
- Cut pipe square and remove burrs. Clean pipe end and socket of fitting with cleaning
fluid, then apply solvent weld cement with a clean brush to contacting surfaces.
Assemble immediately and press together. Ensure alignment and remove excess
cement. Set assembled joint in position for 5 minutes before handling. Do not test
joint before 12 hours.
- Use the solvent strictly in accordance with the instructions on the can labels. Do not
dilute solvent cement weld under any circumstances.
- Take safety measures while applying cleaning fluids and solvents do not smoke, do
not inhale. Avoid direct skin contact. Ensure free ventilation. Replace cap immediately
to prevent inflammable vapour leakage.
- Do not apply solvent weld cement after expiry of half-life. Check the expiry date printed
on every can prior to use. Do not use solvents contained in cans without expiry date
printed thereon.
- Provide expansion joint to prevent pipe movements due to thermal expansion or to
relevant movements at building expansion joints. When underground pipe extended

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 outside the building structure, provide rocker pipes inside and outside the building
structural.
- Indicate clearly on shop drawings the locations and details of expansion joints. Apply
as a guide the following installation procedure:
 Where boss or branch connections are made, the maximum distance between
entry and the nearest fixed point must be 500 mm
 Where pipe-work penetrates a fire barrier, the pipe must be fire stopped. If this
prevents thermal movement expansion joints must be provided
 Use seal ring connectors between fixed points allowing for thermal movement
 Maximum vertical support intervals must not exceed 1800 mm for all sizes
 When a waste pipe connection is made to the stack use an expansion coupling
above the boss connector to the stack
 Fix WC branch connections to avoid movement of WC pan seal
- Support independently every length of pipe. Intermediate supports should be provided
for long lengths of pipe where necessary in accordance to specifications
- Hangers and straps shall not compress, distort, cut or abarde the piping and shall
allow free movement of the pipe. Maintain vertical piping in straight alignment.
Support traps arms in excess of 900 mm long, as close as possible to the trap.
- Ensure that the supporting system shall accommodate expansion and contraction. Use
only supports that fit accurately to the pipes and fittings.
- Apply hydraulic leakage test. Do not apply smoke testing for UPVC plastic pipe work
unless, after obtaining Engineer's approval, be certain that the products of combustion
of the smoke generating set will have no detrimental effect on plastic.

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 24. ELECTRICAL WORKS
All embedded conduits shall be installed during performance of concrete works, all in
accordance with the approved shop drawings

Power and light current conduits shall be installed after masonry works and before completion of
plaster works

Cable conduits shall be installed with the first fix of the false ceiling
 Preparing the Accessories of the cable conduits which include the bends and the elbows
and the brackets that hold the cable conduits to the wall and the fittings that hold the tray
to the ceiling.
 Installing the cable conduits as per the approved shop drawings; where this process
involves the conduits of the lighting circuits and those of the power circuits and the low
current.
 Installing the panel boards of the lighting circuits and those of the power.
 Preparing and installing the (RGS) conduits of the power circuits that start its run from the
end of the cable tray to the wall or a column.

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 25. HOUSEKEEPING AND WASTE REMOVAL
A clean working environment will be an important part of our approach to the project.

A cleaning team led by a foreman and directed by the Construction Manager, who, in
conjunction with the Safety Officers, will coordinate the allocation of such resources as
necessary.

GAMA will ensure that working areas are maintained clean on a daily basis. Similarly for
GAMA’s working areas appointed by the Client.

Removal of concrete waste will be undertaken using hoists tower cranes and garbage chutes.
Wheeled bins and mortar boxes will be provided on working floors for waste collection. The bins
and boxes will be removed during the night using the Tower Crane and will be discharged into
waste vehicle bins or hoisted by the tower crane to the nearest point possible for loading into the
transporting vehicle or equipment.

Food waste from eating areas will be loaded into waste bins, located in the designated rest
areas, removed from the building after each meal and dumped into the waste vehicle bins.

Any hazardous waste identified will be disposed of in an appropriate manner in compliance with
local Authority regulations.

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 26. DE-MOBILIZATION
GAMA will demobilize its manpower and equipment upon work completion and receipt of
relevant certificate. Demobilization includes clean-up of the worksite and the area wherein the
jobsite temporary facilities were located, and restoring the area to its original condition.

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