What is lean concrete in civil engineering? Lean concrete is a mix in which the cement content is less than the amount of liquid present in the strata. Lean concrete mix is the phrase used in the construction industry when less than 10% of the mix’s cement content actually exists.Continue Reading
What are Contraction Joints in Concrete Slabs? Contraction joints in concrete slabs are weakened planes generated by tooling, saw cuts, or mechanical devices, that are utilized to attract and conceal restraint-to-shortening cracks. Contraction joints are also known as control joints. Many concrete contractors don’t construct contraction joints in residential slabs-on-groundContinue Reading
Studs in concrete walls-are they necessary? Studs are a type of framing used to keep a structure in place. It’s most commonly found in walls composed of drywall or similar materials. Concrete walls, on the other hand, appear to be different. Concrete walls use reinforcing steel or rebars for strength andContinue Reading
Scope The Portland Cement Concrete Rigid Pavement-PCCP Method Statement shall consist of the following: construction of unreinforced, dowel jointed, plain cement concrete pavement following specifications, quality, and in accordance with the lines, grades, and cross-sections shown on the approved drawings. Plant and equipment, materials, and labor shall be furnished, andContinue Reading
I-Scope of Work The asphalt work method statement defines the responsibilities, execution procedure, quality aspect, safety factors, and mandatory documents for the activity. This asphalt paving describes the sequences and methodology for the construction of 60 mm Polymer Modified Bitumen (PMB) asphalt wearing course. This asphalt paving method statement isContinue Reading
Scope Method Statement for Formwork / Shuttering defines the installation of formwork and the controls that must be performed during assembly, erection, and final positioning of shutters for structural concrete activity. References Project SpecificationsFormwork SystemApproved Shop DrawingsMaterial ApprovalLifting Plan & ProcedureHSE Plan-Health, Safety & Environment PlanProject Quality PlanBS 8666: 2020Continue Reading
This Method Statement for Laying Kerbs, Precast Concrete Barriers, & Paver Interlock Blocks Installation defines the sequence, quality procedures, and health, safety & environment (HSE) requirements to be followed for the implementation of the activity. References Project Specifications (Vehicle Crash Barriers)Project Specifications (Kerbs, Footways, and Paved Areas)Health, Safety, and EnvironmentContinue Reading
The Method Statement for Blinding defines the rules to be applied during all the blinding concrete (or lean concrete) activities to ensure that all the works are properly executed in accordance with project specifications, applicable standards, and health, safety & environment requirements. Methodology A. Pre-pour Concrete Works: Prior to commencingContinue Reading
What is the method statement for post tensioning of concrete slab? The method statement for post-tensioning of the slab is the systematic procedure of safely performing the work from strands installation, final stressing, grouting operation, and de-shuttering by ensuring that quality control objectives are implemented. Post-tensioning of concrete slab methodologyContinue Reading
What is the Method Statement for Construction of Manhole? This Method Statement for Construction of Manhole Chambers, Bases, and Appurtenances is the systematic procedure in safely performing the detailed installation of precast manholes and appurtenances ensuring that quality control objectives are maintained. This method statement also covers, in brief, theContinue Reading