Tiling Works
Tiling Works
Tiling Works
Control Record
Issue Date HSE Review Technical Approved
No Review by
OS GJ BA
0.00 19 June 2021
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CONSTRUCTION OF ELAN Doc. No.: UAE045/501-UNEC-THGN-AR- MST-001
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Date: 20 June 2021
DEVELOPMENT BY MAJID AL FUTTAIM
Contents
1. PURPOSE .......................................................................................................................................3
2. SCOPE.............................................................................................................................................3
3. DEFINITIONS ...............................................................................................................................3
4. REFERENCES ................................................................................................................................3
5. RESPONSIBILITIES ...................................................................................................................3
6. TOOLS AND EQUIPMENTS ......................................................................................................4
7. MATERIALS ...................................................................................................................................4
8. LOGISTICS....................................................................................................................................4
9. HEALTH AND SAFETY ...............................................................................................................5
10. PRIOR ACTIVITIES.....................................................................................................................5
11. PROCEDURE / METHOD TO BE EMPLOYED ......................................................................6
12. TRAINING ....................................................................................................................................10
13. WORKING HOURS ....................................................................................................................10
14. HOUSE KEEPING ......................................................................................................................10
15. DISTRIBUTION ..........................................................................................................................10
16. ATTACHMENTS ..........................................................................................................................10
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1. PURPOSE
The purpose of this Method Statement is to outline the procedure and sequence for
execution of tile works. This shall include the preparatory works, application and finishing
works in accordance with the Project Specifications, contract drawings, approved shop
drawings, project standards, manufacturer technical data sheet and manufacturer method
statement.
2. SCOPE
This Method Statement shall detail the materials, procedure and sequence of tiling ans
associated works and includes the storage of material, preparatory works, installation of
accessories, materials and manpower allocations and responsibilities, finishing and curing
works.
This method statement shall be read in conjunction with documents as listed in references
and similar alternate submittals submitted in due course.
3. DEFINITIONS
Employer : Majid Al Futtaim Tilal Al Ghaf Phase A LLC
Contract Administrator : Currie & Brown
Consulting Architects and Engineers : Arif & Bintoak
Main Contractor : UNEC
Authority / Jurisdiction : Dubai Development Authority (DDA)
MST : Method Statement
ITP : Inspection and Test Plan
RA : Risk assessment
4. REFERENCES
a) Volume 3.1 Employer’s Requirement
b) Dubai Development Authority (DDA) rules and regulations
c) Project Safety and Quality plan
d) Project Specification Volume 05 Div. 03 (Section-09200)
e) Approved Materials submittals
f) Approved Shop Drawings
g) Approved Grout color
h) Approved Tile Selection as per CAI
i) Program of works
5. RESPONSIBILITIES
a) The Project Manager shall be responsible for overall implementation of tili fixing works
as per safe and approved methodology.
b) The Construction Manager is responsible for the overall coordination of works on site.
He shall organize his team for the proper implementation of the tiling activities and
shall support his team in terms of resources and guidance.
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c) The Project Engineer is reposnible to supervise if the work is being carried out as per
approved drawings. He shall ensure that all requried permits are available for the
works.
d) The Site Engineer is responsible for the site execution to ensure the correct and
environmental safe work method is followed by all persons and sub-contractor
e) The QA/QC engineer shall be responsible for ensuring the quality of work as per
specifications and agreed Methodology. He shall ensure project quality requriements
are complied.
f) Safety Engineer shall be responsible to ensure the safety of workers during the
progress of work. He shall ensure that safety precautions are in place and that all
personal on site are using the required Personal Protective Equipments like Helmet,
Gloves, Safety Shoes, Coveralls.
7. MATERIALS
Porcelain Tiles Sealant for control joints
Porcelain skirting Sweet Water
Porcelain threshold Tile spacers
Ceramic tiles Sand aggregate
Wall Tile Adhesive Portland Cement
Tile Grout Water
Tile spacers 2mm Tile trims SS304
8. LOGISTICS
A. Access / Egress
a) Material shall be offloaded to Stores/designated areas. Accessories shall be offloaded
at store.
b) Proper barricades and barrier shall be positioned along the access way to ensure
safety of equipment, laborer’s and material. Access shall be limited during peak hours
of activity, as and when required.
c) Dust control shall be managed by watering twice a day or every peak hours,
whichever is more applicable
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B. Traffic Management
j) Refer to updated logistics plan to determine the suitable access. Any change to this
access roads are provided with directional signs.
k) UNEC will provide traffic aides/ flagmen around the site as required to ensure that
flow of traffic is controlled.
l) All workers and operators shall be inducted on the HSE rules and regulation of the
project. E.g. speed limit, HSE regular equipment inspection, PPE, etc.
B. Emergency Arrangements
a) First Aider shall be advised to be on stand-by for any emergencies.
b) All emergency contact numbers are posted around the vicinity and are discussed
during site safety meeting
c) The work area will be maintained neat and tidy, as reasonably practicable, at all
times.
d) All Safety aspects will be continuously monitored by Safety Engineer and his team.
Any necessary corrective actions will be carried out immediately as and when
required
Mock-Up
a) All mock-ups shall be carried out as per approved Method Statement and Specification
ref 09300.
b) Mock-up shall be applied as per specification requirements at Consultant’s designated
location but preferably in units A001 and A002 and shall reflect the workmanship.
Tile grouting
a) The tile shall be left for minimum of 24 hrs to cure prior to start grout.
b) All spacers (2mm) shall be removed and ensure that there is no damage prior to start
grout.
c) Control joints to be provided at perimeters or at 5m each interval both directions with
5mm thickness or as per approved shop drawing.
d) The grouting mixing and application shall be followed as per manufacturer’s
recommendations.
e) Approved Grout Colour shall be applied.
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f) The grout shall be applied full depth, width and level to the tile.
g) Warning tapes and/or No access boards to be fixed upon completing tile grouting and
no other activities shall be allowed until the grout firmly sets.
12. TRAINING
The safety induction shall be provided prior to start the work.
Training for executing the work is not mandatory, since trained operators and technicians
are deployed for this specific job
15. DISTRIBUTION
Copies of this MS have been issued to the following for information and necessary action:
Construction Manager
Project Engineer
Safety Engineer.
QA/QC Engineer
Ensure that all activity shall be according to suite at site conditions and involved with
Engineer in-charge
16. ATTACHMENTS
Inspection and Test plan
Checklist
Risk Assessment
Document No. UNEC-J315-AR-
UNEC LLC Inspection & Test Plan:
ITP-001
Rev. No. : 0
MAF Tilal Al Ghaf Phase A LLC FLOOR AND WALL TILING WORKS Date : 11/04/2021
Page : 2 pages
ITP Clause Inspection Description Type of Reference Testing Requirement/ Acceptance Criteria Inspection Points Verifying / Control
No. Inspection Document UNEC Arif & ITA Data Forms-
Binto responsibility
ak
DOCUMENT REVIEW
1 Relevant drawings, ITP's, material Review submittal All the documents to have a minimum status of Code B H R - Documents/
submittals and Method Statement are document (Approved with comments) Submittal log-
submitted and approved Technical
2 Check material approval against delivery Visual and Material Data Complying with material data/ approved material requirements H H - Material Inspection
on site review docs request-QC
PREPARATORY WORKS
3 Preparatory works Visual method - free from materials that will cause debonding H P - Clearance - QC
statement/ - free from structural defect
proj specs -Plaster is fully cured
- MEP clearance obtained
- All accessories are present according to approved required
elevation/aethestic requirement; All accessories to be fixed
securely, plumb and true to line
4 Dry layout for tile / mosaic Visual method -Finish floor Levels is accurately identified H H - IR- QC
statement/ -Wall tile heights are marked Checksheet
proj specs -Slope requirements are identified
-Tile layout is complied with
-Adhesive for wall is properly mixed
-Mortar dry is tamped properly
5 Completion of tile / mosaic / grouting Visual method -Correct grout color is present and grout mix is kept as per H P IR- QC as per
works statement/ manufacturer instructions. Variation is mix can result in varying clause-4
proj specs colors. checksheet
-Tile spacers removed
6 Repair, Cutting and Patching Visual specificatio -Any defects to be dealt with as per the situation encountered. If H H IR- QC
n/ project required, tiles to removed cleanly and refixed. checksheet
specs
LEGEND : H-Hold point, W-Witness Point, R- Review Documents UNEC - MAIN CONTRACTOR ITA - Independent Testing Agency
S-Surveillance Inspection, P-Progressive Inspection Arif & Bintoak- Supervision consultant
Sub‐Contractor : -
CHECKLIST FOR TILE WORKS ( WALL TILES )
WIR No. Location: Date:
Checked by Checked by Checked by
N/A
N/A
N/A
Yes
Yes
Yes
No
No
No
HSE Requirements
1 All the HSE requirtments are fulfilled
QA/QC Requirements
Check Ceramic tiles,glue,shop drawings and method of Application
1
approved by Supervision Consultant
Check approved sample are available at site and materials delivered
2
to site are as per the approved sample.
Ensure MEP works completed and clearance obtained from the
3
concerned department.
Verify Layout of tiling showing the position of cut tiles, pattern and
4
spacing the line approved by the Engineer
Verify the application of the Tile Glue has done as per the
5
manufacture's recommendation.
6 Verify that spacing is uniform between tiles.
Check that the tiles are installed as per drawing Pattern & the
7 Manufacturer's instruction. (Ensure that the back of the Tiles
receiving correct Adhesive coverage to prevent Hollow Tiles.)
Ensure that angle beads are provided at side edges of glazed wall
8
tiling
Verify the application of Tile Grout has been completed as per the
9
manufacture's recommendation.
For Final Approval
Contractor Site Engineer Contractor QA/QC Inspector Consultant Representative
Sub‐Contractor : -
CHECKLIST FOR TILE WORKS (SURFACE PREPARATION & LAYOUT OUT)
WIR No. Location: Date:
Checked by Checked by Checked by
N/A
N/A
N/A
Yes
Yes
Yes
No
No
No
HSE Requirements
1 All the HSE requirtments are fulfilled
QA/QC Requirements
Ensure the sub floor is the level, clean and dry as possible and
1
MEP works completed as per the drawing Location
Check and ensure tools and correct material available at
2
location.
3 Check the Bowed wall may need straightening and patching
Ensure the Detailed measurements and layout as per Approved
4
Drawings
Check for color variation between the boxes of the tile and
5
damaged tiles.
Check and ensure whether dry layout has been done and
6
identified the cut pieces location
Ensure that starting tile and trimming tile located as per
7
indicated drawings
Check and provide the temporary batten to the wall to get your
8
base level.
Ensure that wet area waterproofing has been done as per the
9
approved shop drawing.
For Final Approval
Contractor Site Engineer Contractor QA/QC Inspector Consultant Representative
Sub‐Contractor : -
CHECKLIST FOR TILE WORKS ( FLOOR TILES )
WIR No. Location: Date:
Checked by Checked by Checked by
N/A
N/A
N/A
Yes
Yes
Yes
No
No
No
HSE Requirements
1 All the HSE requirtments are fulfilled
QA/QC Requirements
Check Ceramic tiles,glue,grout,shop drawings and method of Application
1
approved by Supervision Consultant
Check approved sample are available at site and materials delivered to
2
site are as per the approved sample.
Ensure MEP works completed and clearance obtained from the
3
concerned department.
Verify Layout of tiling showing the position of cut tiles, pattern and
4
spacing line approved by the Engineer
In wet areas check that approved Water proofing is completed as per
5
Manufacturer's instruction and tested for leakage
Verify the application of the mortar/Tile Glue has done as per the
6
manufacture's recommendation.
7 Verify that spacing is uniform between tiles.
Check that the tiles are installed as per drawing Pattern & the
8 Manufacturer's instruction. (Ensure that the back of the Tiles receiving
correct Adhesive coverage to prevent Hollow Tiles.)
Ensure Floor tiles laid level or enough falls in wet areas as may be
9
required to prevent low spot and pooling of water.
Verify the application of Tile Grout has been completed as per the
10
manufacture's recommendation.
11 Ensure that area has been protected from outside traffic.
For Final Approval
Contractor Site Engineer Contractor QA/QC Inspector Consultant Representative