BRAUNS EGYPT

In front of 34 saint gieni St. Roushdy

Tel No. 002- 035446231 & 0105339344
Fax No. 002- 035232580
E mail :brauns@braunsegypt.com

Construction of Lekela Substation 220 KV

Method Statement
For
Finishing Works Rev (0.0)

Februry 2020
BRAUNS EGYPT
In front of 34 saint gieni St. Roushdy
Tel No. 002- 035446231 & 0105339344
Fax No. 002- 035232580
E mail :brauns@braunsegypt.com

INDEX
1. INTRODUCTION 4
1.1 SCOPE OF WORK 4
2. CREW & EQUIPMENT 4
2.1 PERSONNEL 4
2.2 EQUIPMENTS 4
SAFETY REGULATION 4
2.3.1 Personal Protective Equipments (PPE) 4
2.3.2 House Keeping 4
2.3.3 Equipment Control 4
2.3.4 Fire Control 4
2.3.5 Traffic Control 4
2.3.6 Falling From Heights Control 5
3. DEFINITION OF PROCESS 5
3.1 Cement Solid Brick Work 5
3.1.1 Generals 5
3.1.2 Materials 5
3.1.3 Installation 5
3.1.4 Concrete Lintel 5
3.2 Cement and Sand Mortar Plaster Finish 6
3.2.1 Generals 6
3.2.2 Materials 6
3.2.3 Application 6
3.3 Raised Floor and Anti-Static Carpet Tiles 6
3.3.1 General 6
3.3.2 Materials 6
3.3.3 Installation 7
3.4 Porcelain Floor Tiles 7
3.4.1 General 7
3.4.2 Materials 7
3.4.3 Installation 7
3.4.4 Grouting 8
3.5 Granite Floor Tiles 8
3.5.1 General 8
3.5.2 Materials 8
3.5.3 Installation 8
3.5.4 Grouting 9

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BRAUNS EGYPT
In front of 34 saint gieni St. Roushdy
Tel No. 002- 035446231 & 0105339344
Fax No. 002- 035232580
E mail :brauns@braunsegypt.com

3.6 Ceramic Wall Tiles 9

3.6.1 General 9
3.6.2 Materials 9
3.6.3 Installation 9
3.6.4 Grouting 10
3.7 Glazed and Non-Slip Ceramic Tiles 10
3.7.1 General 10
3.7.2 Materials 10
3.7.3 Installation 10
3.7.4 Grouting 10
3.8 Acid Resistant Ceramic Tiles 11
3.8.1 General 11
3.8.2 Materials 11
3.8.3 Installation 11
3.8.4 Grouting 11
3.9 False Ceiling 11
3.9.1 General 11
3.9.2 Materials 12
3.9.3 Installation 12
3.10 Painting 12
3.9.1 General 12
3.9.2 Materials 12
3.9.3 Application 12
APPINDEX A ORGANIZATION CHART

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BRAUNS EGYPT
In front of 34 saint gieni St. Roushdy
Tel No. 002- 035446231 & 0105339344
Fax No. 002- 035232580
E mail :brauns@braunsegypt.com

1. INTRODUCTION
1.1 SCOPE OF WORK

The method statement is prepared for finishing work for "Lekela Substation 220 kV"

2. CREW & EQUIPMENT

2.1 PERSONNEL

• See attached organization chart. (APPENDIX A)

2.2 EQUIPMENTS

• Concrete Mixer Machine.

• Survey equipment. (See attached Calibration Certificates).
• Grinder 5"-
• Grinder 9".
• Electrical Hand Drill.
• Hand Tools.

2.3 SAFETY REGULATION

2.3.1 PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENTS (PPE)

 Minimum site requirements (Safety Glasses, Safety Footwear,
Helmet, High Visibility Vest)
 Any additional PPE refer to task assessment.

2.3.2 HOUSE KEEPING

• Solid brick, Cement, Sand and other materials should be arranged into
groups at appropriate place to gain safe and clean work place.

2.3.3 EQUIPMENT CONTROL

• All equipment to be in good condition and inspected by safety supervisor

2.3.4 FIRE CONTROL

• Portable ABC fire Extinguisher firefighting equipment with required number
will be available.

2.3.5 TRAFFIC CONTROL

• Maximum speed for vehicles is 20km/hr.

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BRAUNS EGYPT
In front of 34 saint gieni St. Roushdy
Tel No. 002- 035446231 & 0105339344
Fax No. 002- 035232580
E mail :brauns@braunsegypt.com

2.3.6 FALLING FROM HEIGHTS CONTROL:

• Warning Signs and caution tapes to be placed around area.
• Ground leveling before scaffold erection.
• Life line will be used where is necessary.
• For working at height safety harness will be used all the time and all
working scaffolds and catwalks will be secured with kick plate and mid rails.

3. DEFINITION OF PROCESS
3.1 CEMENT SOLID BRICK WORK

3.1.1 GENERAL
• Cement solid brick work will be of the type and thickness approved by the owner and will be
properly coordinated with other work.
• The source of supply for materials will not be changed aft er the work has started.
• Cement solid brick units will be true to size, without cracks, chips and splits.
• The Contractor could start using the design mix after getting the owner approval.

3.1.2 MATERIALS
• All materials will be selected as per the contract and it will be tested according to the test plan
approved by the owner.
• All the tested for mortar will be performed as per the test plan approved by the owner.
• The Contractor will submit all solid brick accessories to the owner for approval.

3.1.3 INSTALLATION
• All cement solid brick will be wetted before laying.
• All cement solid brick will be laid plumbed, leveled and accurately spaced.
• The cement solid brick will be laid on full mortar bedding and in such a way that no crakes are
formed between the cement solid bricks and the mortar at the time the cement solid brick is placed.

3.1.4 CONCRETE LINTEL

• Concrete lintel provide over all opening in concrete unit masonry.
• Lintels will be cast-in place and reinforced with longitudinal bars at the bottom the sizes of
which will be as approved by the owner.

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In front of 34 saint gieni St. Roushdy
Tel No. 002- 035446231 & 0105339344
Fax No. 002- 035232580
E mail :brauns@braunsegypt.com

3.2 CEMENT AND SAND MORTAR PLASTER FINISH

3.2.1 GENERAL
• Cement will be stored off the ground and away from damp surfaces.
• The Contractor could start using the design mix after getting the owner approval.

3.2.2 MATERIALS
• All materials will be selected as per the contract and it will be tested according to the test plan
approved by the owner
• All the tested for mortar will be performed as per the test plan approved by the owner.
• The Contractor will submit all plaster accessories to the owner for approval.

3.2.3 APPLICATION
• Surfaces will be cleaned of dust and other foreign matter.
• Before the plaster work is started, masonry surfaces shall be wetted thoroughly with clean water.
• Apply dash coat on masonry surfaces with approved desig n mix.
• Metal corner beads and other accessories will be checked carefully for alignment before work is
started.
• Plastered surfaces will be smooth and free from rough area, cracks and blemishes.

3.3 RAISED FLOOR AND ANTI-STATIC CARPET TILES

3.3.1 GENERAL
• Raised access flooring is a complete portable assembly of modular anti-static carpet tiles on an
elevated support system (understructure) forming an accessible under floor cavity to
accommodate electrical and mechanical services.

3.3.2 MATERIALS
3.3.2.1 FLOOR PANELS
 The contractor will provide manufacturer’s standard modular anti-static carpet tiles
of size and construction indicated, that are interchangeable with other standard
floor tiles, easily placed and removed without disturbing adjacent panels by one
person using portable lifting device.
 The contractor will submit raised floor system to the owner approval.

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BRAUNS EGYPT
In front of 34 saint gieni St. Roushdy
Tel No. 002- 035446231 & 0105339344
Fax No. 002- 035232580
E mail :brauns@braunsegypt.com

3.3.2.2 UNDERSTRUCTURE
 The contractor will provide manufacturer's standard galvanized steel pedestal assembly
including
 square galvanized steel base and the column with provisions for height
adjustment.
 Provide galvanized steel cap
(head)
 Protect steel components against corrosion with manufacturer’s standard paint finish.

3.3.3 INSTALLATlON
• Squaring room needed before starting.
• The surveyor will mark the exact level on perimeter of room.
• The contractor will install steel pedestal every 60cm. in both directions depending on the
approval shop drawing.
• Install the head above pedestals to reach the height adjustment.
• Before installing the tiles Contractor will make sure that all mechanical, electrical and communication
items
have been installed inspected and tested.
• Pulling a string between walls at final finishing installing tiles.
• Checking level of tile using spirit level.

3.4 PORCELAINFLOOR TILES

3.4.1 GENERAL
• Tiles work will not start until the plumbing, electrical works and other trades have been completed
and tested
• The tiles should be protected before the start of any other activities in the area.

3.4.2 MATERIALS
• Porcelain floor tiles will be 400*400*9mm and as per the approved sample.
• All tiles will be of first class quality
• All tiles will be of uniform size and even surface, free from warps, chipped corners and other
imperfections affecting on quality.
• The contractor could start using the design mix after getting the owner approval.
• Colors and quality will be subject for approval of the owner.
• The contractor will submit carpet as per the owner approval.

3.4.3 INSTALLATION
• Surfaces under porcelain tiles will be cleaned.
• Provide clean sand under porcelain tiles.
• Tiles will be soaked in clean water for about 1/2 hour before setting them
• Squaring room needed before starting.
• The tiles will be installed using approved mix design mortar.
• Setting tile onto uniform position.
• Using plastic spacers for uniform spaces between tiles.

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BRAUNS EGYPT
In front of 34 saint gieni St. Roushdy
Tel No. 002- 035446231 & 0105339344
Fax No. 002- 035232580
E mail :brauns@braunsegypt.com

• Checking level of tiles using spirit level.

• Restrict access when tiles are freshly laid.
• The approved carpet will be laid on porcelain floor for prayer room.

3.4.4 GROUTING
• Tiles will be wetted before applying grout.
• Joints 3mm or less in width will be grouted with approved cementations grout.
• Upon completion of the work, all surfaces of glazed tiles will be properly cleaned

3.5 GRANITEFLOORAND WALL TILES

3.5.1 GENERAL
• Tiles work will not start until the plumbing, electrical works and other trades have been completed
and tested.
• The tiles should be protected before the start of any other activities in the area.

3.5.2 MATERIALS
• Granite floor and wall tiles will be of first class quality
• All tiles will be of uniform size and even surface, free from warps, chipped corners and other
imperfections affecting on quality.
• The contractor could start using the design mix after getting the owner approval.
• Colors and quality will be subject for approval of the owner.

3.5.3 INSTALLATION

3.5.3.1 INSTALLATION OF WALL TILES

+ Scratch coat will be applied to masonry as backing for wall tiles.
+ Make grove in back of tiles to fix galvanized steel wire.
+ Fix tiles aligned according to approved shop drawing using gypsum patches.
+ Start grouting space between tiles and masonry wall using r ic h cement mortar.
+ Continue grouting successively every day until reaching full height wall.
-+ Cleaning temporary gypsum patches.

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In front of 34 saint gieni St. Roushdy
Tel No. 002- 035446231 & 0105339344
Fax No. 002- 035232580
E mail :brauns@braunsegypt.com

3.5.3.2 INSTALLATION OF FLOOR TILES

+ Surfaces will be cleaned under granite floor tiles
+ Provide clean sand under granite floor tiles.
+ The tiles will be installed using approved mix design mortar
+ Squaring room needed before starting.
+ Setting tiles onto uniform position
+ Checking level tiles using spirit level
+ Restrict access when tiles are freshly laid.

3.5.4 GROUTING
• Tiles will be wetted before applying grout.
• Joints 3mm or less in width will be grouted with approved grout.
• Upon completion of the work, all surfaces of tiles will be properly cleaned.

3.6 CERAMICWALL TILES

3.6.1 GENERAL
• Tiles work will not start until the plumbing, e lect rical works and other trades have been completed
and tested
• The work of the trades in the area where work is to be done will be protected from damage.

3.6.2 MATERIALS
• All tiles will be of first class quality.
• All tiles will be of uniform size and even surface, free from warps, chipped corners and other
imperfections affecting on quality.
• The contractor could start using the design mix after getting the owner approval.
• Colors and quality will be subject for approval of the owner

3.6.3 INSTALLATION
• Surfaces of interior masonry wall will be clean and sufficiently rough to provide strong bond
• Scratch coat will be applied to masonry as backing for wall tiles.
• Tiles will be soaked in clean water for about 1/2 hour before setting them.
• The tiles will be installed using approved mix design mortar.
• Squaring wall needed before starting.
• Setting tile onto uniform position.
• Using plastic spacers for uniform spaces between tiles.
• Checking plumb of tiles using spirit level.

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BRAUNS EGYPT
In front of 34 saint gieni St. Roushdy
Tel No. 002- 035446231 & 0105339344
Fax No. 002- 035232580
E mail :brauns@braunsegypt.com

3.6.4 GROUTING
• Tiles will be wetted before applying grout.
• Joints 3mm or less in width will be grouted with approval cementations grout.
• Upon completion of the work, all surfaces of glazed tiles will be properly cleaned.

3.7 GLAZED AND NON-SLIP CERAMIC TILES

3.7.1 GENERAL
• Tiles work will not start until the plumbing, electrical works and other trades have been completed
and tested.
• The tiles should be protected before the start of any other activities in the area.

3.7.2 MATERIALS
• All tiles will be of first class quality
• All tiles will be of uniform size and even surface, free from warps, chipped corners and other
imperfections affecting on quality.
• The contractor could start using the design mix after getting the owner approval
• Colors and quality will be subject for approval of the owner.

3.7.3 INSTALLATION
• Surfaces will be cleaned
• Floor tiles installation will be not started until after wall installation has been completed.
• Before tiles installation, the structure floor will be tested for levelness or uniformity of slope if the
floor is found defective; it will be properly corrected to attain the required slope.
• Tiles will be soaked in clean water for about 1/2hour before setting them.
• Squaring room needed before starting.
• Provide clean sand under ceramic tiles.
• The tiles will be installed using approved mix design mortar.
• Setting tile onto uniform position.
• Using plastic spacers for uniform spaces between tiles
• Checking level of tiles using spirit level.
• Restrict access when tiles are freshly laid.

3.7.4 GROUTING
• Tiles will be wetted before applying grout.
• Joints 3mm or less in width will be grouted with approval cementations grout.
• Upon completion of the work, all surfaces of glazed tiles will be cleaned with a soap
powder and clean water

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BRAUNS EGYPT
In front of 34 saint gieni St. Roushdy
Tel No. 002- 035446231 & 0105339344
Fax No. 002- 035232580
E mail :brauns@braunsegypt.com

3.8 ACID RESISTANT CERAMICTILES

3.8.1 GENERAL
• Tiles work will not start until the plumbing, electrical works and other trades have been
complete and tested.
• The tiles should be protected before the start of any other activities in the area.

3.8.2 MATERIALS
• All tiles will be of first class quality.
• All tiles will be of uniform size and even surface, free from warps, chipped corners and other
imperfections affecting on quality.
• Tile shape and quality will be subject for approval of the owner.

3.8.3 INSTALLATION
• Surfaces will be cleaned.
• In the battery room the floor finish will be 6mm min. thick.
• Non-slip alkali resistance ceramic floor tiles with a low surface permeability.
• Squaring room needed before starting
• The tiles will be bedded on alkaline resistance adhesive
• Setting tile onto uniform position.
• Using plastic spacers for uniform spaces between tiles.
• Checking le v e l of tiles using spirit level
• Restrict access when tiles are freshly laid.

3.8.4 GROUTING
• Approved alkaline resistance grout will be filling spaces between tiles.
• Movement joints at the perimeter of the tilling and any intermediate movement joints will
have alkaline resistance filler and be finished w i t h an alkaline resistance sealant.
• Cleaning tiles surfaces after grouting.

3.9 FALSE CEILING

3.9.1 GENERAL
• All material will be delivered to the site in unopened containers with brand name and type clearly
marked.
• Carefully handle and store materials in dry enclosures.

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BRAUNS EGYPT
In front of 34 saint gieni St. Roushdy
Tel No. 002- 035446231 & 0105339344
Fax No. 002- 035232580
E mail :brauns@braunsegypt.com

3.9.2 MATERIALS
• False ceiling materials will be of the best quality avai l abl e and will be obtained from a single
manufacturer approved by the owner
• The contractor will be submitting shop drawing to the owner for approval

3.9.3 INSTALLATION

• The surveyor will mark the exact location for perimeter angle on the wall
• Hangers will be installed above the main beams typically every 1.20cm.
• Install main beam 360 every 1.20m.
• Install cross tees 60&120 every 0.60m.
• Before installing the tiles the contractor will make sure that all mechanical, electrical ,
communication and fire items have been installed, inspected and tested

3.10 PAINTING

3.10.1 GENERAL
• Painting work will not be started until the electrical, HVAC embedded works and other
trades have been completed and tested.

3.10.2 MATERIALS
• Paint materials will be of the best quality available and will be obtained from a single
manufacturer approved by the owner.
• All materials will be delivered to the site in unopened, sealed and labeled containers
of the paint manufacturer.
• Colors will be as shown in a painting color schedule to be approved by the owner.

3.10.3 APPLICATION
• All surfaces will be cleaned
• Hardware, electrical fixtures and similar accessories will be removed or suitably masked
during preparation and painting operations.
• Priming will be done after cleaning the surfaces.
• Putting of new walls and putting of cracks and minor surface defects will be done after the
priming coat has been applied and has dried properly
• Paint will not be applied to wet or damp surfaces
• Paint will be considered dry when an addition coat can be applied.
• The finished surfaces will be free from drops, sags and brush marks and exhibiting good
coverage.

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Construction of Lekela Substation Project 220 kv
Organization Chart
APPENDIX A

Project Manager

Site Manager

HSE Engineer Q.C Manager Site Engineer Surveing Engineer Store Keeper

Safety Supervisor General Supervisor Surveing Team

Safety Officer Supervisor