MMC GAMUDA KVMRT (T) SDN BHD

PROJEK MASS RAPID TRANSIT LEMBAH KELANG:

JAJARAN SUNGAI BULOH – SERDANG – PUTRAJAYA

(SSP LINE 2)

DOCUMENT TITLE
METHOD OF STATEMENT FOR THE CONSTRUCTION AND
COMPLETION OF STRUCTURAL WORKS FOR ENTRANCES
AND STATION BOX AT CONLAY STATION

Reference No. : SSP/FCB/UNGW/CLYS/MST/00001/01

Revision : 02

Date : 11th November 2018

Action Name & Position Signature

Supervising Consultant
Reviewed By

MMC GAMUDA KVMRT (T) SDN. BHD.

Approved By

Reviewed By

Reviewed by

Reviewed by

Prepared by

MMC GAMUDA KVMRT (UGW) SDN. BHD.

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Table of Contents
CONTENTS

0 REVISION HISTORY

1 SCOPE OF WORK

1.1 GENERAL DESCRIPTION

1.2 REFERENCES
1.3 MATERIALS
1.4 PLANT & EQUIPMENTS
1.5 MANPOWER
1.6 CONSTRUCTION PROCEDURES

2 SAFETY AND HEALTH

2.1 JOB SAFETY & HEALTH ANALYSIS

2.2 INFORMATION TO PERSONNEL
2.3 EMERGENCY ARRANGEMENTS
2.4 PERMIT REQUIREMENT

3 ENVIRONMENTAL ISSUES

3.1 ENVIRONMENTAL ASPECTS, IMPACTS & CONTROL

MEASURES

4 QUALITY ASSURANCE AND QUALITY CONTROL

4.1 CONTRACTUAL REQUIREMENTS

4.2 INSPECTION & TESTING
4.3 FOLLOW UP & EVALUATION

5 APPENDICES

APPENDIX 5.1 – CONSTRUCTION SEQUENCE

APPENDIX 5.2 - CRANE PLANNING
APPENDIX 5.3 – QUALITY CONTROL INSPECTION CHECKLIST
APPENDIX 5.4 – JOB SAFETY & HEALTH ANALYSIS
APPENDIX 5.5 – NVIRONMENTAL OPERATION CONTROL LOG

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0 REVISION HISTORY

REVISION REVISION DATE REVISION DETAILS PAGE

00 7th Mar 2018 FIRST ISSUE ALL

15th Sept 2018 SECOND ISSUE ALL

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11th Nov 2018 THIRD ISSUE ALL
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1. SCOPE OF WORK
1.1. General Description

This method statement describes the safe methods to carry out concrete structural works at
Conlay Station. The scope of work covers the following:

a) Casting of base slab

b) Casting of intermediate slab including roof slab
c) Casting of perimeter wall including head wall
d) Casting of internal wall including lift shaft

1.2. Reference

a) Specification
 SSP-MRTC-GENE-OVPR-SPC-03230-Material and workmanship specification
Section 230 (Concrete and Reinforcement).
 SSP-MRTC-GENE-OVPR-SPC-03234- Material and workmanship specification
Section 234 (Formwork and Surface Finish)
b) Construction drawings.
c) Master General Notes for Reinforced Concrete Works
 SSP-D-MGKT-UNGW-OVPR-CNS-GEN-000101
d) MGKT Safety and Health Plan
 SSP-MGKT-UNGW-OVPR-PLN-00004
e) MGKT Safe Work Instruction (SWI)
 Scaffolding (MGKT-QSHE-SWI-0004)
 Welding, Cutting & Burning (MGKT-QSHE-SWI-0006)
 Crane and Lifting Operation (MGKT-QSHE-SWI-0007)
 Fall Protection (MGKT-QSHE-SWI-0015)
 Plant & Equipment (MGKT-QSHE-SWI-0019)

1.3. Materials

No Material Description
1) For underground structural members
including:
 Roof and base slab
 Internal slab, walls and staircases
 Capping beam
1 Concrete Grade C32/40-20  External walls
2) All above ground structural elements:
 Internal load bearing walls, columns
 Internal beams, slabs
 Staircase, stairwell slabs

2 Concrete Grade C28/35-20 Non-load bearing walls

3 Concrete Grade C25/30-20 Mass concrete fill

4 Concrete Grade C8/10-20 Lean or blinding concrete

5 Waterproof Concrete For construction of slab and wall

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 6 Reinforcement For construction of slab, wall, and column

7 Plywood For formwork installation

8 Steel Pipe For formwork installation

9 Fastener For formwork installation

10 Split Bolt For formwork installation

11 Approved Waterproofing Material For waterproofing system

12 Approved System Formwork Mould for concrete structural components

13 Mechanical Coupler For area where lapped joints are not suitable

14 Tie Rod For formwork installation

1.3.1.Thermocouple Instrumentation

No Material Description

1 Thermocouple Wire As sensor

2 Data Logger For data logging purpose

3 PVC Pipe For equipment protection

4 PVC Sheath As extension and compensating cable

5 Cable for Thermocouple As connection and transfer data logger

1.4. Plants and Equipment

Item Description Purposes Nos.

Lorry mounted Pumping concrete from mixer truck
1 1
Concrete Pump into designated concrete area
2 Poker Vibrator To compact concrete 3

3 Water Pump For dewatering purpose 1

4 Concrete Leveller Ensure smooth surface of concrete

Clean surface of formwork before

5 Air Compressor 1
concreting works

Lifting of materials into the shaft

6 Crawler Crane 1
area

7 Mobile Crane Lifting materials 1

Apply smooth finish to concrete

8 Power Trowel 2
slab
Bar Bending
9 For bar bending purpose 2
Machine

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 10 Bar Cutting Machine To cut rebar into desired length 2

11 Survey Equipment For setting our reference 1

Access Equipment Provide safe access to working

12 2
(scaffold and ladder) space (e.g.: For Concrete Pour)

1.5. Manpower

No Division Type of Manpower Job Function

Manage overall construction
Construction Manager
activities.
1
Management Manage overall construction
Construction Foreman
activities.
Site Engineer Handle technical issues at site.
Checking quality of material and
2 Quality Quality Inspector
WIP.
Implementing site safety procedures
3 Safety and Health Safety Officer/Supervisor
at site.
Implementing environmental
4 Environmental Environmental Officer
protection measures.
5 Survey Surveyor To carry out setting out on site.
Site Supervisor Supervision of structural works.
Skilled Workers Bar bending, formwork erection.
General Workers Involved in general works.
Supervise and in charge of lifting
Lifting Supervisor
works at site.
6 Work Operation Check slings, load, lifting gears,
rigging method, loading method,
Rigger / Signaller
tagline, hand signal as per required
standards.
Direct the movement of lorries /
Banksmen
cranes.
Specialist To install waterproofing system.

1.6. Construction Procedures

1.6.1. Preliminary Works

Proper access to work area must be provided prior to work commencement. Access must be
cleared of any obstacles or stockpiles which could obstruct the emergency escape route.
Sufficient number of access shall be provided where necessary.
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Crane parking and lifting area shall be carefully selected with the approval of MGKT operation
team. Sufficient number of riggers / signallers shall be provided with lifting supervisor to ensure
the lifting operation can be carried out per required safety standards.

All personnel involved in the operation will be given a clear and precise method statement
briefing by the supervisor in charge of the operation.

1.6.2. Base Slab Construction

a) Prior to base slab construction, MS and ITP for subsoil drain and earth Mat earthing
system shall be otherwise submitted for DDC approval.
b) Inspection is done to ensure subsoil drainage and lean concrete work is completed.
c) After completion of the lean concrete works, the installation of the waterproofing will be
installed prior to the placing of the reinforcement bars.
d) The typical details of the waterproofing can refer to waterproofing shop drawing
reference no. SSP-H-NORMT-UNGW-CLYS-CNS-TYP-000001 to 000018.
e) Competent surveyor will carry out the site setting out before any work commencement.
f) Reinforcement bar shall be cut and bent on site using bar cutter and bar bending
machines. Reinforcement bar shall then be placed and tied with proper covers and
spacers as indicated in the drawings. Joint inspection to be conducted with Consultant’s
representative IQC prior to concreting works. Steel reinforcement must be clean and free
from loose rust, mil scale, oil, grease, or anything that will reduce its bond with the
concrete.
g) Embedded items such as sanitary piping, earth seal etc. will be installed.
h) Approved system formwork will be used for the casting of base slab. Formwork
fabrication shall be carried out on site at designated carpentry yard. Side formwork will be
set out along the parameter as per construction drawing. All formwork must be firmed
and secured with sufficient number of steel strut to prevent loss of concrete during
concreting works. Formwork must be maintained at the correct position, shape and
dimension of the formwork must be maintained at all the time.
i) Where required, thermocouple wires will be installed before concreting works to measure
the temperature of fresh concrete and will be connected to a data logger for automating
logging. (Please refer item 1.6.8)
j) As the slab thickness varies in between 1.69m to 2.25m only, safe access into working /
casting area (e.g.: steps) will be provided. “Cat walk” / walk boards will be provided on the
rebar for fall protection.
k) TWC will issue PTL once the formworks installed are inspected and approved.
l) Ready mix concrete from an approved source will be delivered to site by concrete truck.
Slump test will be carried out and sufficient cube samples as specified in the rate of
sampling will be taken for testing. Lorry mounted concrete pump shall be used for
concreting. Concrete will be thoroughly compacted by vibration and sufficient vibrators in
serviceable condition shall be made available on site as standby in the event of
breakdowns. Concrete shall be deposited in horizontal layers. The top surface shall be
neatly levelled manually using timber/steel trowel to the required thickness and profile.
No concrete shall be placed in standing water. Pumping and dewatering of water (if
necessary) shall take place before and during concrete placement. Concreting will start
from a predetermined construction joint and shall continue to the next predetermined
joint without any interruption. If concreting is to commence from a construction joint, the
said joint will be roughened and clean with clean water before receiving fresh concrete.
Placement of concrete will be in horizontal layers and to a compact depth not exceeding
300mm. (Please refer Appendix 5.1 for details of Conlay Station construction
sequence.)

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 m) The detail of insulation will be layer of gunny sack and plastic sheet and stacked with
hollow bars and plywood and differential temperature.
n) Curing of concrete will take place after concreting by wet/thermal curing. (Item 1.6.8)
o) Formwork will be removed once TWC has issued Permit to Remove (PTR). Formwork
removed will be arranged properly by maintaining a good housekeeping throughout the
construction period.

1.6.3. Internal Slab Construction

a) Competent surveyor will carry out the site setting out.

b) Falsework and table formwork will be erected using approved drawings and inspected by
TWC and relevant parties prior to usage. (Item 1.6.9)
c) Safe access into working / casting area (e.g.: steps, scaffold) will be provided. “Cat walk”
/ walk boards will be provided on the rebar for fall protection.
d) Reinforcement bars shall then be placed and tied with proper cover and spacers.
e) To provide the duct/ opening/ conduit for OWC and M&E works.
f) Thermocouple wires will be installed before concreting works.
g) TWC will issue PTL once the formworks installed are inspected and approved.
h) Concreting works will commence after inspection with IQC. Safe working platform for
concrete pouring works will be provided.
i) Curing of concrete will take place after concreting by method that is approved by the
consultant.
j) Once the concrete has achieved its initial strength, both the falsework and formwork can
only be removed once TWC has issued the PTR. Safe method for removing the
falsework shall be adopted and agreed by the falsework designer. While for thee
suspended structure, 28 days strength is required prior to removal of formwork.

1.6.4. External Wall Construction

a) Water proof membrane will be installed on the shotcrete surface. Safe working platform
shall be provided by using boom lift or scaffold.
p) All the construction joints must be installed with minimum 2 sets of waterstop and
reinjectable grout tube referred to waterproof shop drawing reference no.
SSP-H-NORMT-UNGW-CLYS-CNS-TYP-000001 to 000018.
b) Competent surveyor will carry out the site setting out.
c) Reinforcement bars shall then be placed and tied with proper cover and spacer.
d) Thermocouple wires will be installed before concreting works.
e) Formwork shall be installed according to approved drawing and inspected by TWC prior
to casting.
f) Concreting will commence after inspection with IQC. Safe working platform for concrete
pouring works will be provided.
g) TWC will issue PTL once the formworks installed are inspected and approved.
h) Curing of concrete will take place after concreting by method that is approved by the
consultant.
i) Once the concrete has achieved its initial strength, both the falsework and formwork can
only be removed once TWC has issued the PTR. Safe method for removing the
falsework shall be adopted and agreed by the falsework designer.

1.6.5. Internal Wall Construction

a) Competent surveyor will carry out the site setting out.

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 b) Reinforcement bars shall then be placed and tied with proper cover and spacers.
Provision of opening/ duct/ conduit for OWC and M&E works to be provided as well.
c) Formwork shall be installed according to approved drawing and inspected by TWC prior
to casting.
d) Concreting will commence after inspection with IQC. Safe working platform for concrete
pouring works will be provided.
e) TWC will issue PTL once the formworks installed are inspected and approved.
f) Concrete at maximum / free full height at 1.5m from the base will be poured by using
chute and distribution tube/ pipe if discharge point is above 1.5m height. Applicable to for
all the walls and columns and as well.
g) Curing of concrete will take place after concreting by method that is approved by the
consultant.
h) Once the concrete has achieved its designed concrete strength required, both the
falsework and formwork can only be removed once TWC has issued the PTR. Safe
method for removing the falsework shall be adopted and agreed by the falsework
designer.

1.6.6. Column Construction

a) Competent surveyor will carry out the site setting out.

b) Reinforcement bars shall then be placed and tied with proper cover and spacers as
indicated in the drawings.
c) Thermocouple wires will be installed.
d) Formwork will be erected.
e) Concreting will take place.
f) Curing of concrete will take place after concreting.
g) Pour rate will be determined by formwork designer.

1.6.7. Roof Slab Construction

a) Competent surveyor will carry out the site setting out.

b) Falsework and table formwork will be erected using approved drawings and inspected by
TWC and relevant parties prior to usage.
c) Safe access into working / casting area (e.g.: steps, scaffold) will be provided. “Cat walk”
/ walk boards will be provided on the rebar for fall protection.
d) Reinforcement bars shall then be placed and tied with proper cover and spacers as
indicated in the drawings. Provision of the opening / duct / conduit for OWC and M&E
works to be provided as well.
e) Thermocouple wires will be installed before concreting works. Prior to the installation of
thermocouple wire, submit the proposed location and the number of points for
thermocouples for DDC review and approval.
f) Concreting will commence after inspection with IQC.
g) TWC will issue PTL once the formworks installed are inspected and approved.
h) Curing of concrete will take place after concreting by method wet/thermal curing that is
approved by the consultant.
i) Primer coating will be applied to the concrete surface.
q) Fully bonded non-hydrophilic membrane will be installed after curing as per waterproof
shop drawing reference no. SSP-H-NORMT-UNGW-CLYS-CNS-TYP-000001 to
000018.
j) 25mm thick polystyrene board will be laid before casting of the 75mm thick protective
concrete slab.

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 k) Once the concrete has achieved its initial strength, both the falsework and formwork can
only be removed once TWC has issued the PTR. Safe method for removing the
falsework shall be adopted and agreed by the falsework designer. While for the
suspended slab / structure, 28 days strength is required prior to formwork removal.
l) Earth to be backfilled till level.

1.6.8. Installation of Thermocouple Wire

The aim of exercise is to measure the temperature of fresh concrete to determine the maximum
temperature within occurrence period. The temperature is differential at different locations.
According to BS8110-2:1985, the crack can be avoided by limiting temperature to 20°C in gravel
aggregate concrete.

Material information for thermocouple wire can be referred to in item 1.3.1.

a) The thermocouple tips shall be embedded in the concrete to measure the temperature of
the concrete directly. The thermocouple is used subject to consultant’s approval.
b) The thermocouple wires will be placed in PVC pipes for protection. At appropriate levels,
the PVC pipes will have holes for protruding thermocouple tips.
c) PVC pipes will be tied to vertical reinforcing bars, running to the top of the structure and
horizontally to the sides where they will be terminated at one point for monitoring.
d) The thermocouple wires will be connected to a data logger for automatic logging.
e) Monitoring will be carried out at approved intervals and will be terminated when it
achieved peak temperature; temperature decreased to 55°C or less for all sensors.

1.6.9. Wet/Thermal Curing

a) This curing should be implemented for slab construction. Three layers will be placed on
top of the slab surface.

Layer 1: Gunny sack or similar material

Layer 2: Styrofoam, extruded foam or foam sheet 1”.
Layer 3: Plastic sheet

A generous amount of water will be sprayed under the layers and concrete us left to cure
for 5- 7 days until temperature readings allow the removal of formwork.

1.6.10. Formwork and Falsework

a) Formwork or falsework materials shall be from approved MGKT supplier.

b) Drawing must be submitted and approved by relevant parties.
c) TWC to inspect all formwork and falsework prior to usage.
d) Permit to Load (PTL) and Permit to Remove (PTR) shall be applied for all formwork /
falsework to be used prior to concreting and dismantling respectively.
e) Sequence and safety procedure for dismantling of formwork and falsework shall be
provided by the formwork designer. The agreed sequence shall be explained to the
workers and staffs involved.

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2 SAFETY AND HEALTH

2.1 Job Safety and Health Analysis

2.1.1 Job Safety and Health Analysis shall be carried on the project site before start
work, cautions and awareness signs shall be established at location of works.
The hazards in a particular activity and the control measures implemented
shall be briefed to the workers during safety induction and tool box meeting.

2.1.2 Safety Hazards and Precautions

2.1.2.1 Detecting UG Services.
2.1.2.2 Use Locator and/or hand excavation (trial holes) to locate existing
underground services of the buildings to be demolished.
2.1.2.3 Any existing underground services detected to be terminated
outside ROW so as not to affect work at site.

2.1.3 Prevent Crane and Excavator Accidents

2.1.3.1 All cranes and excavator/ Backhoe to be checked and certified.
2.1.3.2 Operators with licensed and well experienced.
2.1.3.3 Provide banks man when operating near excavation.
2.1.3.4 Check load indicator, slings and wire ropes daily (cranes).

2.1.4 Prevent Accident Due to Falling Object

2.1.4.1 Stand clear during lifting operations.
2.1.4.2 Wear hard hats.

2.1.5 Construction Equipment & Vehicles

2.1.5.1 Use Safety belts when operating vehicles.
2.1.5.2 Slow down and obey speed limits.
2.1.5.3 Provide “back-ups” alarms.
2.1.5.4 Provide banks man when operating equipment near excavation.

2.2 Information to Personnel

2.2.1 The following safety training shall be carried out for employees on the project;

a) Safety and Health Induction for Construction Workers and Weekly Tool
Box Talk:

 All workers employed in the project site must have valid CIDB
green card and MRT Line 2 CSCS card. They are required to
attend the site safety induction. All attendees are recorded in an
induction checklist.
 Weekly Tool Box Talks shall be conducted by Safety Officer. All workers
must attend the tool box talk minutes and attendance are recorded.

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 2.2.2 All the personnel will be briefed by the safety officer on the JSA their job before
any works start.
2.2.3 All site personnel shall wear proper Personnel protective Equipment (PPE)
such as:

2.2.3.1 Safety helmet, safety vest, safety boot and Wellington boot with steel
toe.
2.2.3.2 Workers working at height more than 2 metre to be equipped with
safety harness.
2.2.3.3 Monthly safety meeting shall be held with all the contractor’s related
to works.
2.2.3.4 All workers to attend the daily toolbox meeting conducted by the
safety officer held at site and attendances shall be recorded.

2.3 Emergency Response Procedure

An emergency Response and Communication Team shall be formed at the site. The
organization chart, list of Emergency Contact Person and relevant authorities with
their contact numbers shall be displayed on the Notice Board
The emergency which may arise on the site and where evacuation may be necessary
such as Fire, Gas or Electric Hazard, Explosion, equipment failure and escape of
Combustible or Toxic Material.

2.4 Permit Requirement

A permit to work is required for the following work:

 Hot work such as welding and cutting. Permit to be approved by the permit
Supervisor monthly.
 Heavy lifting permit to be approved by Supervisor in charge of permits prior to
commencement of work.
 Night work permit.
 Working at height permit.
 Permit to load / Permit to remove.

3 ENVIRONMENTAL ISSUES

3.1 Potential Environmental Impacts & Control Measures

 Air Quality and Noise Level

All construction machinery should be in well maintain condition to reduce emission of

soot, smoke and noise.

 Water Quality

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 Water from the construction works will be channelled to the provided earth / temporary
drain.

 Solid Waste Management

Excavated materials shall be properly stocked at the designed temporary spoil disposal
area on-site prior to disposal / transported out. The excavated materials shall be
transported out on daily basis to avoid huge stockpile on site.

For domestic waste, the waste contractor will provide rubbish bins on site and the
rubbish is taken off site on ad-hoc basis.

 Scheduled Waste Management

Scheduled waste from maintenance works of machinery / vehicle shall placed at

designated drum / area. Accidental oil spillage on site required the material to be
sponged up (e.g. using the geotextile or sand) and transferred to designated drum /
area.

Drums are situated inside the bund wall area off skid tank. Scheduled waste shall be
disposed by authorized.

 Sewage Management

Mobile toilet shall be provided: it shall be de-sludge at least once a week by the
authorized vendor.

The detail of the environmental management on site is submitted separately.

4 QUALITY ASSURANCE& QUALITY CONTROL

4.1 Contractual Requirements

4.1.1 Before the commencement of the work, specific method statement training shall be
provided to the supervisors and workers involved in the work, on the agreed safe work
method and safety precautions to be implemented.
4.1.2 Supervisor involved will be provided a simplified set of method statement before
commencement of work.
4.1.3 The supervisor shall sign for the method statement to say that he or she has
conducted the required briefings to all workers involved.
4.1.4 A list of attendees at the training and briefings shall be kept by the supervisor of the
safety section.
4.1.5 Before commencement of work, a Supervisor or ganger shall brief all persons
involved with the work, on the safe work method and the safety precautions
stipulated in the method statement during their daily briefing.
4.1.6 No person shall start work without receiving the required training and briefings for the
work to be conducted.
4.1.7 In the event of a change in the work methods, retraining shall be given to all persons
involved.

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 4.2 Inspection & Testing

4.2.1 Details implementations for Request of Inspection (RFI) and checklist mentioned in
the Inspection and Test Plan attached (Appendix 2).

4.3 Follow up & Evaluation

4.3.1 To follow all the methods statement had been given.

4.3.2 The works to make sure meet the MGKT, SC and local authority’s requirement.

4.3.3 Apply and meet the SHE’s regulations during the working periods.

4.3.4 Organize and fill in the Inspection and testing form.

5 APPENDICES
APPENDIX 5.1 – CONSTRUCTION SEQUENCE
APPENDIX 5.2 – CONSTRUCTION DRAWINGS
APPENDIX 5.3 – CRANE PLANNING
APPENDIX 5.4 – QUALITY CONTROL INSPECTION CHECKLIST
APPENDIX 5.5 – JOB SAFETY & HEALTH ANALYSIS
APPENDIX 5.6 – NVIRONMENTAL OPERATION CONTROL LOG

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 APPENDIX 5.1
CONSTRUCTION SEQUENCE

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Note:

1.Total Base Slab Panel = 19 Panels - 10 Days per Cycle

Note:

1.Total Perimeter Wall Panel = 36 Panels

2. 7 Days per Cycle

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Note:

1.Total Slab Panel = 18 Panels - 29 Days per Cycle

Note:

1.Total Perimeter Wall Panel = 33 Panels

2. 7 Days per Cycle

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Note:

1.Total Slab Panel = 18 Panels -29 Days per Cycle

Note:
1.Total Perimeter Wall Panel = 33 Panels
2. 7 Days per Cycle

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Note:

1.Total Roof Slab Panel = 21 Panels

2. 29 Days per Cycle

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 APPENDIX 5.2
CRANE & CONCRETE PUMP PLANING

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QUALITY CONTROL INSPECTION CHECKLIST

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JOB SAFETY & HEALTH ANALYSIS

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ENVIRONMENTAL OPERATION CONTROL LOG

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