Method of Statement For Demolition & Installation
Method of Statement For Demolition & Installation
Method of Statement For Demolition & Installation
METHOD STATEMENT
FOR
DEMOLITION & INSTALLATION WORK
INDEX
1. Introduction
6. Control measures
7. Fire precautions
9. Responsibilities
1 INTRODUCTION
This Method Statement describes the specific safe working methods which will be used to
carry out the demolition and installation work. It gives details of how the work will be carried
out and what health and safety issues and controls are involved. The content of this Method
Statement reflects the finding of the relevant Risk Assessment(s).
The equipment and materials that maybe involved in installation project work are as listed
below.
• Scrapper.
• Hand tools (tighter)
• Aluminium scaffolding
• Chalk line
• Hand gloves
• Safety helmet
• Hand cutters
CHERWELL INTERIOR DECORATION LLC METHOD STATEMENT
DOC NO: CHW/M036/MS/001
PROJECT PRIVATE VILLA @ SV37 REF NO: 001
LOCATION PLOT NO. 3473977, AL MERKADH DUBAI PRJ CODE M036
ACTIVITY DEMOLITION AND INSTALLATION WORK DATE 12/09/2023
• Safety glasses
• Tape measure
• Screed board
• Marker
• Frame square
• Rubber mallet.
6. CONTROL MEASURES:
Risk Assessment must be carried out regularly by the competent and experienced team.
Staff connected with the operation must be trained with safe systems of work, importance
and usage of PPE, demolishing plan, sequence of operation, hazardous material handling
and disposal, operation methodology and emergency response plan before and during the
operation.
Training must be provided before and during the operation to the staff connected with the
operation on safe systems of work, importance and usage of PPE, demolishing plan,
sequence of operation, emergency response plan, hazardous material handling and disposal.
Restricted Area is one of the most important aspect in these types of hazardous operations.
People must be segregated from the caution zone by deploying watchmen, by creating the
buffer zone and site hoardings around the demolition area.
Supervision must be carried out by qualified and authorized person. Continuous monitoring
by the competent and experienced engineer/team will reduce the probability of things from
becoming worse.
Advanced technology in demolition is very limited but can be used effectively wherever
applicable, like demolishing the villa or any structure in reverse order of construction. Can
install some temporary props to the adjacent structures to support the unstable structures.
Housekeeping must be adapted to make surroundings as safe as possible like removal of
debris as it is the most found waste in the demolition operation. Housekeeping prevents the
undesired floors/walls collapsing.
Lighting and ventilation must be adequately provided by the building owner/contractor in
the worksite as there are not only trip hazards but also material fall hazards associated in the
demolition work. There must be natural and as well as artificial lighting inside the worksite.
Personal protective equipment like safety helmets, gloves, goggles, boots, safety belts and
respiratory mask are to be supplied by the owner for all the workers who are about to take
part in the demolition work.
Emergency equipment like, fire extinguisher, first aid box, and other should be provided at
ease access to the workers.
Environment pollution must be in high priority since the demolition operation deals with
the high concentrations of noise and dust pollution hazards. There should be a lot of care
CHERWELL INTERIOR DECORATION LLC METHOD STATEMENT
DOC NO: CHW/M036/MS/001
PROJECT PRIVATE VILLA @ SV37 REF NO: 001
LOCATION PLOT NO. 3473977, AL MERKADH DUBAI PRJ CODE M036
ACTIVITY DEMOLITION AND INSTALLATION WORK DATE 12/09/2023
required not only in breaking of walls or structures but should also be careful in material
lowering.
Rules and Regulations. During the demolition operation, all the applicable statutory rules
and regulations must be adapted and followed accordingly.
Responsibility must be given to owner of the building or the contractor to provide protection
against all kinds of damages that occur to environment, people’s health, and property during
demolition.
Methodology has been always advised to wet the walls or materials before breaking and
lowering, to control the formation and dispersion of the dust. Barricade the demolition area
to avoid unauthorized people entry. Adequate supervision must be put in place.
Competence should be must for the supervisor and signal man to monitor and as well as to
give signals to the workers to lower the materials.
LOTO – lockout and tag out for all the hazardous points or service lines like electric, gas,
steam, sewer etc. should be blinded or shut-off both inside and around the building before
start of the demolition. If the hazardous substance service lines cannot be isolated, then it
must be ensured that the operation and the utilities are under control.
Avoid demolition work during night and adverse weather conditions. If required, Safe system
of work should define the process of demolition and adequate precautions to be ensured.
Fire hazards are associated with the hot works which produces sparks, flames, or heat. Fire
plan must be kept up to date as the escape routes and fire points may differ in the time of
structural alteration. Alarm systems must be installed, trained, and secured.
SAFETY MEASURES:
Temporary electrical services required for the demolition works shall be made in
accordance with HSE rules and regulations.
Demolition survey shall be noted the location of all known services on and adjacent to the
site whether they are overhung or underground.
Where work cannot be done safely from the ground level, adequate scaffolding shall be
erected and shall be maintained in safe condition.
Outside the working hours, ladders providing access from ground to first landing shall be
removed and stored in a secured area.
Ensure shall be made that all debris shall be cleaned out on sequential basis.
Vehicles and plants shall be effectively immobilized, and gas and electricity supplies shall
be isolated. Wherever necessary, surface protection shall be given to existing structures.
DEMOLITION PROCEDURE
Prior to starting work, necessary approvals shall be made from all the requirements of Local
and Statutory Authorities regarding notification of demolition work shall be complied.
Existing services, pipelines, and fittings still in shall be protected in a proper way to prevent
any damage or clogging during demolition.
In case of demolition of existing villa, adequate information shall be given well in advance
to allow and plan any shutdown is necessary during changeover.
Adequate protection and preservations shall be given to existing trees, hedges, shrubs,
lawns, pathways, and roads.
In case of any obstructions or fall of debris on roads, the area shall be cleaned on
immediate basis.
Adequate precautions shall be made to prevent fire or explosions caused by gas, vapor, etc.
In case of observations of any unidentified services or cables during the process, it shall be
informed immediately to the company and work shall be proceed further only after getting
proper approval.
Upon completion of demolition work, the site shall be kept tidy, and the surrounding area
shall be cleaned to avoid the accumulation of any dust and debris.
INSTALLATION PROCEDURE
TILES INSTALLATION.
Materials Handling on Worksite and Storage
• Materials shall be received in parts as per site requirements and standard boxes and/or
packs, pallets.
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PROJECT PRIVATE VILLA @ SV37 REF NO: 001
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ACTIVITY DEMOLITION AND INSTALLATION WORK DATE 12/09/2023
JOINERY INSTALLATION
• The mock-up of different types of joinery works shall be made at site as per the site
conditions.
• All joinery shall be kept covered during transit and kept clear of the ground at site.
• It shall be handled and stacked carefully to avoid damage.
• Components shall be staggered or separated with spacer as necessary to prevent
damage by and projecting ironmongery, beads etc.
• Specification and approval of the consultant/client shall be confirmed prior to
installation.
• All the materials or components shall be wrapped carefully and ensure protection
from scratches and other damages.
• Polythene as a base and corrugated carton may use as a top packing.
• The site Engineer or site supervisor shall ensure that the area is ready to install joinery
units.
• Proper labeling shall be done to identify the product on site, it will include product
location, size, and project name.
• Approved materials with proper MAR and approved shop drawings shall be all
available prior to start the work.
CHERWELL INTERIOR DECORATION LLC METHOD STATEMENT
DOC NO: CHW/M036/MS/001
PROJECT PRIVATE VILLA @ SV37 REF NO: 001
LOCATION PLOT NO. 3473977, AL MERKADH DUBAI PRJ CODE M036
ACTIVITY DEMOLITION AND INSTALLATION WORK DATE 12/09/2023
• Installation of joinery units shall carry out as per the approved method statement and
shop drawing.
• Early preventive action can be done easily during the work progress in coordination
with site staff.
• Any inspection comments from the consultant or client for installation of joinery work
shall be addressed for immediate corrective action.
• Position of the joinery units as per the approved drawings.
• Fixing of the joinery units as per the shop drawings.
• Cleaning and covering shall be done after the installation as per the project
specification.
• Removing any scratches or stains after installation.
• Starting time, sequence, and the completion time of the construction of walls will
be according to the detailed construction program.
• The structural construction team has to handover the area which is intended for
block works to the block work construction team/Subcontractor (with a sign-off
from both parties).
• The surveyor must set out the block wall on the substrate as per the approved
layout shop drawings. Any discrepancies should be brought into the attention of
Engineer.
• All Block walls shall be accurately set out and the surface of the foundation or floor
shall be roughened to receive the first mortar bed. First block layer shall be laid on
solid beds of mortar of thickness 10mm.
• A first layer of block shall be laid as per this set-out and adjust for uniform joint
width and minimum cutting of masonry units.
• First layer of block work should be inspected and approved by consultant for each
location.
• Inspection request will be submitted to consultant.
• Place Damp Proof Course at ground floor, external walls giving a lapping of100mm
minimum, unless directed otherwise.
• Solid block shall be used for the first layer and around openings of doors and
windows as directed.
• Spread the mortar bedding in sufficient quantity to ensure that masonry units are
laid within the working time of the mortar.
• Block shall be wetted before being used.
• Construct the wall progressively and evenly and do not raise a part of the work more
than 1200 mm above adjacent work. Ensure that construction breaks are not visible
in the completed works.
• Cutting of masonry units shall be executed by power driven masonry saw.
• Each horizontal joint shall be level and at same height in all walls around the room
and true to the lines and dimensions indicated on the drawings. Vertical joints in
alternate course shall be plumb and in line. Unsatisfactory work should be removed
and replaced.
JOINTS:
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PROJECT PRIVATE VILLA @ SV37 REF NO: 001
LOCATION PLOT NO. 3473977, AL MERKADH DUBAI PRJ CODE M036
ACTIVITY DEMOLITION AND INSTALLATION WORK DATE 12/09/2023
• Make joints of uniform thickness with vertical joints from course to course
maintained plumb.
• Install metal lath in bed joints at bottom of cells that will be filled with mortar.
• Moisten concrete units on mortared faces as dictated by site conditions to prevent
too rapid curing of mortar.
• Extend walls up to slab or structural members.
• Masonry Anchorage:
• Use dovetail anchors for slots at concrete construction.
• Bed anchors solidly in mortar joints.
• Joint Reinforcement:
• Install joint reinforcement in solid walls and partitions constructed of concrete
masonry units.
9. RESPONSIBILITIES:
Construction Manager is responsible for overall project execution, quality, and safety. Adopt
a leading role with respect to Contractor’s quality and safety procedures.
The Construction Manager is responsible for the overall implementation of this method
statement.
The Project Manager shall ensure that the key personnel are aware of the specifications
and method statement.
Construction manager, Project Engineer and Site Engineer shall be responsible for
supervision and control of the work in the assessment of the risk involved and in the
method demolition to be used.
Construction Manager shall ensure that hacking activities has been planned as per all
method and procedures.
CHERWELL INTERIOR DECORATION LLC METHOD STATEMENT
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PROJECT PRIVATE VILLA @ SV37 REF NO: 001
LOCATION PLOT NO. 3473977, AL MERKADH DUBAI PRJ CODE M036
ACTIVITY DEMOLITION AND INSTALLATION WORK DATE 12/09/2023
Safety Engineer shall be responsible for safe working environment & conditions. Coordinate
with Site Engineer to identify potential hazards before works and advise methods of safe
working from new developments.
Project Manager and Site Engineer shall be responsible for ensuring that execution of
works is complying with approved method statement and Risk Assessment.
The following list covers basic actions to take in an emergency. These steps apply to almost
any emergency and should be followed in sequence.
• Stay calm.
• Assess the situation.
• Take command.
• Provide protection.
• Aid and manage.
• Maintain contacts.
• Guide emergency services.
Stay calm – Your example can influence others and thereby aid the emergency response.
Assess the situation – Determine what happened and what the emergency is. Look at the
big picture. What has happened to whom and what will continue to happen if no action is
taken? Try to identify the cause that must be controlled to eliminate immediate, ongoing,
or further danger.
Take command – The most senior person on the scene should take charge and call, or
delegate someone to call, emergency services—generally 999 & 997—and explain the
situation. Assign tasks for controlling the emergency. This action also helps to maintain
order and prevent panic.
Provide protection – Eliminate further losses and safeguard the area. Control the energy
source causing the emergency. Protect victims, equipment, materials, environment, and
accident scene from continuing damage or further hazards. Divert traffic, suppress fire,
prevent objects from falling, shut down equipment or utilities, and take other necessary
measures. Preserve the accident scene; only disturb what is essential to maintain life or
relieve human suffering and prevent immediate or further losses.
Aid and manage – Provide first aid or help those already doing so. Manage personnel at the
scene. Organize the workforce for both a headcount and emergency assignments. Direct all
workers to a safe location or command post. This makes it easier to identify the missing,
control panic, and assign people to emergency duties. Dispatch personnel to guide
emergency services on arrival.
Maintain contact – Keep emergency services informed of situation. Contact utilities such as
gas and hydro where required. Alert management and keep them informed. Exercise
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LOCATION PLOT NO. 3473977, AL MERKADH DUBAI PRJ CODE M036
ACTIVITY DEMOLITION AND INSTALLATION WORK DATE 12/09/2023
increasing control over the emergency until immediate hazards are controlled or
eliminated and causes can be identified.
Guide emergency services – Meet services on site. Lead them to emergency scene. Explain
ongoing and potential hazards and cause(s), if known.
• Review the procedure with new site subcontractors and new workers to ensure that
it covers their activities adequately.
• Review the procedure with suppliers to ensure that it covers any hazards that the
storage or delivery of their materials might create.
• Review new work areas in operating plants with owner/client to ensure that new
hazards are identified and covered in the procedure.
• Review the procedure with the Joint Health and Safety Committee or Health and
Safety Representative on a regular basis to address new hazards or significant
changes in site conditions.
• Post the procedure in a conspicuous location.
The Emergency Response Procedure for a construction project must continually undergo
review and revision to meet changing conditions.
The recovery process, or what happens after the emergency response has been completed,
is a critical step in the plan.
Many emergency tasks may be handled by people who are not accustomed to dealing
with emergencies. People may have seen their work partners and friends badly injured and
suffering great pain.
Once the emergency is over, the attitude should not be “Okay, let us get back to work” or
Let’s go home.” Some of the people involved may need assistance to recover. In some cases,
professional counselling may be needed. As part of site emergency planning, construction
companies should have measures in place to deal with post-traumatic stress. For more
information, refer Post-Traumatic Stress available from DHA. Local hospitals, ambulance
services, and medical practitioners may also be able to help.
Debriefing is necessary to review how well the plan worked in the emergency and to
correct any deficiencies that were identified. Debriefing is critical to the success of future
emergency response planning.
protection. In the event of exposed roof top traverse, crawling board, safety lines and static
anchorage will be utilised.
Check with Utility Engineer in respect of disconnections. In the event of works close to live
service lines, all work modes to be undertaken by hand techniques.
Exercise common sense and good housekeeping always.
CHERWELL INTERIOR DECORATION LLC METHOD STATEMENT
DOC NO: CHW/M036/MS/001
PROJECT PRIVATE VILLA @ SV37 REF NO: 001
LOCATION PLOT NO. 3473977, AL MERKADH DUBAI PRJ CODE M036
ACTIVITY DEMOLITION AND INSTALLATION WORK DATE 12/09/2023
All the surplus materials and waste products arising from the demolition and site clearance
shall disposed of in accordance with relevant requirement.