Project: LAB - EUROFINS CONSUMER PRODUCT TESTING VIETNAM

METHOD STATEMENT & JOB SAFETY ANALYSIS

FOR SPECIFIC TASK

TABLE OF CONTENTS
I. SURVEY WORKS: ............................................................................................................................... 2
II. MASONRY WORKS: ........................................................................................................................... 2
III. PLASTERING WORKS: ...................................................................................................................... 4
IV. WALL PAINTING WORK: ................................................................................................................... 6
V. SUSPENDED CEILING WORK: ........................................................................................................ 8
VI. TILING WORKS:................................................................................................................................. 10
VII. STEEL & METAL WORKS: .............................................................................................................. 13
VIII. GLAZING WORKS: ............................................................................................................................ 16
IX. MEP SERVICES: ................................................................................................................................ 17

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I. SURVEY WORKS:

1. Plant and Equipment:

• Theodolite.

• Automatic leveling machine.

2. Arrangement of gridline net for construction site:

• Establish the gridline net for construction site base on approved For Construction
Drawings, using national coordinate or assumed coordinate from Client.

• Arrange at least 2 based benchmarks which are always protected and stable. The location
is visible and easy to carry out the survey works.

3. Arrangement of level benchmark:

• Standard level benchmark is handed over from Client. Reecons to keep one benchmark to
deploy the level of construction site.

• Standard benchmark requirements:

o Allow to check for another benchmark stably.

o Stable and protected during construction period.

4. Tolerance:

• Tolerance is in allowance limit and will be checked and inspected by independent third
party.

II. MASONRY WORKS:

1. Plant and Equipment:

• Scaffolding system

• Theodolite, leveling machine

• Trucks

• Hand tools: trowel, tape, hammer, string line…

2. Reference:

• TCVN 4085:2011 Masonry structures - Code for construction and acceptance

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 • TCVN 4314:2003 Mortar for masonry- Specifications

• TCVN 6477 :2011 Concrete block bricks

• TCXDVN 324-2004 - Cement for masonry and plaster.

• TCVN 1970:1986 Sand for construction

• TCVN 246: 1986 Bricks - Method for determination of compressive strength

3. Job Safety Analysis:

Please refer to the attachment.

4. Materials and shop drawings approval:

Prior carrying out the works onsite, Contractor has to submit material and shop drawings for
Project Manager’s approval.

All materials shall comply with the tender specifications.

5. Mortar mixed:

The mortar shall be well mixed, with an approved mortar plasticizer used strictly in accordance
with the manufacturer's instructions. No mortar which has commenced to set may be used or
mixed with fresh mortar.

6. Opening in block walls:

All opening wider than 600mm shall be provided with lintel and all opening in block wall with
more than 1m height shall be provided a tie column.

7. Sequence of works:

• Step 1:

o Mobilization of materials, equipment necessary.

o The area is to be cleaned, all loose materials to be removed.

o Before starting brick work, the area is to be washed with water.

o Set out point will be installed and transfer line to be marked before commence the brick
works.

• Step 2:

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 o All units will be laid on a full bed of mortar in perfectly horizontal layout. Necessary to
mark level to ensure first layer to be straighten, using string to get level for the first
layer.

o Build brick wall up to 1,5m or 1,8m.

o With 200mm brick wall, at every 4 layers there is a solid brick which its direction is
perpendicular with previous layer.

o Stop and wait for at least 24 hours to carry out the next stage.

• Step 3: build the brick wall for the next stage at higher level as the same way with step 2.

• Step 4:

o Construction of lintel, stiffener as per shop drawings approved.

o Inspection of wall before plastering.

8. Quality control:

• Materials: must be submitted and approved.

• When coming to site, materials must be inspected and do the testing before using.

• The tolerance of length, width of structure on plan must comply with specifications.

III. PLASTERING WORKS:

1. Plant and Equipment:

• Scaffolding system

• Theodolite, leveling machine

• Trucks

• Hand tools: trowel, tape, square tape, hammer, string line…

2. Reference:

• TCVN 9377-1:2012 Finishing work in construction – Execution and acceptance

3. Job Safety Analysis:

Please refer to the attachment.

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4. Surface preparation:

All concrete or cement rendered surface to be plastered shall be free from curing membrane,
foreign matter, oil, grease, etc. It shall also be sound and dimensionally stable.

Dry and dusty surfaces to receive mortar bed shall be wet down and washed with clean water.
No free running water shall be present prior to the installation of bedding mortar.

All joints in brickwork, blockwork, etc. shall be raked at least 10mm deep before mortar has
set, for all walls to be plastered.

All concrete surfaces shall be hacked or roughened to give hammer depressions evenly
spaced at 150mm both ways to provide key for plastering to the satisfaction of the Project
Manager.

All Ordinary Portland Cement plaster or masonry cement plaster shall be kept continually damp
between applications of coats.

5. Application plastering:

Admixtures or bonding agents shall be advised by Manufacturer. Surfaces must be wetted to

adjust suction before applying the bedding mortar. The bedding mortar must be firmly applied
but not overworked.

If the plastering coat is required to be more than 13mm in thickness, it should be built up in
coats (each coat not more than 10mm thick), the undercoat being allowed to dry out and shrink
before the following coat.

Apply wire mesh between block wall, stiffener and bond beam prior to plastering to avoid crack.

After plastering, carry out the curing by watering the wall.

6. Check and inspection:

• All internal / external angles shall be straight, plumb and slightly rounded.

• Drips should be formed with appropriate tools to give a clean and clear groove of 10x10mm.

• All making good of defective plaster shall be carried out in rectangular areas, the edges
undercut to form dovetailed key and finished flush with face of surrounding plaster. Cut out
and make good all cracks, blisters and other defect and clean the whole of the work on
completion.

• Tolerance:

o Straightness: not vary more than 2mm in 1m and 10mm in whole wall.

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 o Vertical lines such as external corners, door jambs, reveals, etc… do not vary from
plumb by more than 4mm in 1m, and maximum 10mm/floor.

IV. WALL PAINTING WORK:

1. Plant and Equipment:

• Scaffolding system

• Powder mixing machine

• Humidity measuring machine

• Lighting

• Hand tools: sanding paper, trowel

2. Reference:

• TCVN 7239:2014 Putty powder

• TCVN 9404:2012 Wall painting

3. Job Safety Analysis:

Please refer to the attachment.

4. Materials:

All materials shall be delivered to site, ready mixed in the manufacturer containers with seal,
unbroken and shall be clearly marked with the manufacturer name or trademark and a
description of the contents.

All materials shall be kept under the manufacturer’s recommendation conditions.

5. Sequence of works:

a. Preparation of surface:

• All new plastered surfaces or exposed concrete shall be cleaned off dirt, dust,
efflorescence, oil and grease stains or other foreign substances by the appropriate
methods, such as wire or fiber brushing, scraping or light sandblasting etc.

• Ensure that substrate is free from dust, dirt, loosely adhering concrete and other
contaminations. Any defective substrate shall be repaired/replaced. Old work, all loose
material and scales are removed by sand papering.

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 • Repair of un-straight corners, chamfer, and surface leveling by putty if the tolerance is
within about 5mm.

b. Applying putty:

• Humidity checking: Moisture under all basements has been checked. It is confirmed
that the humidity is less than 17% and suitable for applying of putty.

• Use trowel to apply Putty on the surface with thickness of 1mm depend on the surface.

• Wait for 1-2 hours or until the surface is partially settled then apply a finishing coat of
similar thickness.

• Sanding the surface to give a smooth finish after 1-day dry.

c. Applying sealer:

• Method: Brush, roller, air spray and airless spray.

• Film Thickness: a dry film thickness of 30-40 microns per coat is recommended.

• Surface drying time: 10 minutes at 30oC.

• Over coating time: 2 hours minimum.

• Cleaning: All equipment shall be cleaned with water as soon as possible after use.

Applying primer for epoxy painted wall: the mixing ratio, application and curing time will be
followed supplier’s recommendation.

d. Applying finishing coats:

• Method: Brush, roller, air spray and airless spray. Do not apply during wet weather.

• Film Thickness: 30-40 microns DFT per coat (minimum) for standard application.

• Surface drying time: 10 minutes at 30oC.

• Over coating time: 2 hours minimum.

• Cleaning: All equipment shall be cleaned with water immediately after use.

Applying for epoxy painted wall: the mixing ratio, application and curing time will be followed
supplier’s recommendation.

e. Scaffolding installation:

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 • In case of working at height, scaffold to be provided following safety regulations.

6. Quality control:

• Before carrying out the painting, it is recommended that Contractor will do the Mock-up on
site. This Mock-up will be reviewed & approved by Client and becoming specific sample for
further inspection. Final quality of painting work at least must be similar to this Mock up.

• The maximum possible level difference in surface of painting measured with 2-meter
straight edge shall be within allowed tolerance. Tolerances for painting work shall be not
more than 2mm for flatness, edges and corners. Special attention shall be paid to straight
edges and parallel lines.

• Finished painting work shall have the correct shade, degree of gloss and evenness and be
free from tackiness after drying/curing and from cracks, wrinkles, patchiness, brush marks,
or other defects.

• Color inspection: Inspection for color (comparison of the painted surface with its specified,
corresponding color chips) shall generally be accomplished under normal
manufacturing/inspection area and illumination.

V. SUSPENDED CEILING WORK:

1. Plant and Equipment:

• Scaffolding system

• Laser machine

• Hand tools: hammer, clip, screwing machine, drilling machine, cutting machine…

2. Reference:

• TCVN 5674:1992 Finish works in construction – Execution, check and acceptance

3. Job Safety Analysis:

Please refer to the attachment.

4. General requirements to ceiling work:

All materials, fixing methods, layout and detail must be submitted to the Superintended Officer
for approval.

The Contractor shall be allowed for the cutting of holes in the false ceiling for the air-
conditioning grilles, light fittings and other M&E services.

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 The Contractor shall liaise and coordinate with other Contractors on the work sequence, ceiling
layout and levels.

All ceiling system which is provided by a specialist must be followed the manufacturer’s
specifications.

5. Material planning and supply:

Material will be planned to deliver to site based on the schedule of work at various phases of
the overall.

Prior to the delivery, detailed and comprehensive arrangements will be made to ensure the
most efficient distribution of materials into the site areas in conjunction with site requirements
and programs need.

The schedule is divided into phases to suit the overall program & site requirement.

6. Material handling, deliver and storage:

All material delivery will be carefully supervised & coordinated and proper documentation will
be recorded & kept throughout the work period.

Transportation of materials shall be by truck/lorry to site.

Load/unload materials by manual as appropriate (pallet truck...).

Storing material in designated area.

7. Sequence of works:

a. Determine the level of ceiling

• Based on shop drawings, determine level of ceiling by laser machine or leveling

machine. This level is ink-marked on wall/column.

b. Installation of exposed grid

• Depend on type of partition (block, brick or concrete), use hammer or drilling machine
to hit the nail to connect wall angle and wall. The spacing of nail is max of300mm.

• Base on design arrange the ceiling grid about 610x610, 610x1220.

• Installation of tie-rod: Use drilling machine to drill the floor to fix tie-rod by expansion
bolt.

• Installation of main frame and sub-frame:

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 o Main frames are hooked into tie-rod with max spacing is 1220mm.

o Sub-frames are hooked into main frame's holes with max spacing is 610mm.

• Leave space and time for MEP services (running pipe, cable…) prior to install.

• After finishing installation of frame, adjust the frame to make sure the flatness,
horizontal, level… by laser, leveling machine, tape…

c. Installation of gypsum boards:

Lay the board down to sub-frame by hand. Clean frame and board before installation.

d. Scaffolding installation:

In case of working at height, scaffold to be provided following safety regulations.

8. Quality control:

• Before carrying out the works, it is recommended that Contractor will do the Mock-up on
site and get approval.

• Tolerances for the installation:

No. Description Checking method Tolerance

1 Spacing of hanging rod Visual

2 Flatness of ceiling in both direction Leveling machine +2mm

3 Level of frame Leveling machine +2mm

4 Level of ceiling board Leveling machine +2mm

VI. TILING WORKS:

1. Plant and Equipment:

• Scaffolding system

• Laser machine

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 • Mixing machine

• Hand tools: cutting machine, trowel, string line…

2. Reference:

• TCVN 5674:1992 Finish works in construction – Execution, check and acceptance

• TCVN 8264:2009 Wall and floor tiles – Code of practice and acceptance

3. Job Safety Analysis:

Please refer to the attachment.

4. General requirements to tiling works:

All works shall be carried out by experienced workers. The color and pattern of laying shall be
approved by the Project Manager. The quality of tile laying shall be of the highest standard
available and the color of the surfaces after tiling shall be uniform. All joints shall be kept
straight, neat, consistent and to the required centers. Finished faces shall be true to plane and
square, maximum tolerance is +3 mm measured over a 3 m length straight edge.

The Contractor shall discuss his proposed pattern and method of laying tiles with the Project
Manager and if necessary preparing mock-up for small area of a few square meters for
concurrence before commencing on a larger scale.

5. Bedding for wall and floor tiles:

Always add powder to the liquid component while mechanically stirring to ensure proper
mixing. Continue stirring until the mix is lump free. Allow the mix to stand for 5-10 minutes and
remix. The mix is then ready to use.

Spread the adhesive onto the substrate, using a proper notched trowel. Apply 1m2 at a time.
Lay tiles into position before the adhesive skins.

6. Block primer:

An acrylic based liquid primer shall be used to prime directly onto lightweight aerated blocks
prior to applying bedding adhesives.

The primer shall be taken directly from the can and sprayed or roller-applied onto the substrate.
Lightweight aerated blocks must be sprayed with water prior to applying the primer.

7. Angle of wall and flooring:

All internal and external angles shall be in straight edged and rounded edged tiles respectively.

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8. Tones of tiles:

The tone of the tiles shall be consistent, that is, only of one tone. Should various tones be
found, the Project Manager reserves the right to reject all other tones including those that have
been laid.

9. Material handling, delivery, inspection & storage:

All materials delivery will be carefully supervised & coordinated and proper documentation will
be recorded & kept throughout the work period.

Transportation of materials shall be by truck/lorry to site.

Load/unload materials by manual as appropriate (pallet truck...).

Store material in designated area, keep them dry.

10. Sequence of works:

Step 1: Set up reference line and starting point of tiling

• Based on standard gridlines, surveyor to set up the reference line.

• Based on datum line, place the finishing level of floor by guider.

• Based on shop drawings, select the starting point to start tiling.

• Floor has been screed by mortar to make flat surface.

Step 1: Set up reference line and starting point of tiling

• Based on standard gridlines, surveyor to set up the reference line.

• Based on datum line, place the finishing level of floor by guider.

• Based on shop drawings, select the starting point to start tiling.

• Floor has been screed by mortar to make flat surface.

Step 2: Preparation

• The substrate must be clean, dry and uncontaminated by oil.

• Remove all laitance, adhering particles.

Step 3: Application of mortar and tile

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 • Mortar and tile are placed based on starting point and spread into both directions.

• Apply mortar in layer of 4-5mm thick with a square notched trowel.

• Place tiles into wet mortar using a pressing action immediately after mortar application.
Control the planarity with a 2m ruler for every tile based on guider.

Step 4: Grouting

• Grouting can be done after 24 hours of tiling.

• Joint between tiles is 2-3mm.

11. Quality control:

Material is submitted and approved before ordering.

When materials come to site, they are inspected and get approval prior to use.

Check and inspect at every step of sequence.

Follow strictly recommendation from supplier to get the best quality.

Check the surface of tiles, it is not scratched and cracked.

The groove, joint is straight and filled with grout. Tolerance for flatness is 2mm of a rule 2 m.

VII. STEEL & METAL WORKS:

1. Plant and Equipment:

• Scaffolding system

• Cutting machine, drilling machine, screwing machine

• Cables

• Hand tools

2. Reference:

• TCVN 5674:1992 Finish works in construction – Execution, check and acceptance

3. Job Safety Analysis:

Please refer to the attachment.

4. General:

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 All materials, their dimensions, forms, weights, tolerances, etc. shall be the best of their
respective kinds complying with the latest relevant standards.

All work shall be carried out in accordance with the requirements in the drawings, the relevant
Standards and with the Project Manager's instructions.

The Contractor is advised to examine the drawings and satisfy himself as to their dimensional
accuracies. The Contractor shall notify the Project Manager of any error or omission which will
be adjusted and corrected accordingly.

Before any article is fixed, the Contractor shall submit samples to the Project Manager for
approval.

5. Aluminum works:

All aluminum components shall present clean, straight and sharply defined lines. They shall
be free from defects, impairing strength, appearance and durability. All surfaces shall have a
clear surface free from alloy defects, die marks, scratches and any surface blemish and shall
be polished to a smooth surface.

Fixing of all aluminum components shall be in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions
and recommendations. It shall be in aluminum or other corrosion resistant materials. Screws,
lugs, bolts, nuts, rivets, clips and other fastening devices shall blend or match with the framing
aluminum sections where visible and shall not be used with any material that may result in
corrosion of the installation.

All aluminum members shall be factory fabricated to the best standard of workmanship and
under experienced factory supervision and control.

All joints in frames at corners, junctions or intersections shall be electrically welded or

mechanically cleated or made with the best trade type of joints with all due care to ensure that
all joints are permanently watertight and leak-proof.

Aluminum framework, sub-frames, units, etc. shall be securely installed and anchored in
position, set plumb, square and level and in proper alignment with other works. All joints
between metal and concrete or brickwork shall be folly caulked with waterproof cement and
sand (1:3) grouting and pointing and both sides with approved mastic.

a. Finishes

All aluminum frames shall be free from scratches and blemishes, of color to be selected
by the Project Manager, and shall be uniform throughout. Aluminum frame corners shall
be mitred and leak proof.

b. Installation

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 Notwithstanding the window schedule provided, the Contractor shall verify measurement
and number of all openings on site before fabrication. The Contractor shall verify on site
dimensions of all types of windows to be fabricated.

The Contractor shall protect all aluminum frames from damage until handing over. All
frames shall be cleaned and free from all mortar, plaster, paint or other contaminants.

c. Accessories

Weather seals shall be of neoprene type giving performance to the windows or doors
complying with relevant severe wind pressure. All accessories e.g. locking devices are to
be included. Hardware accessories shall be of similar finish / color to aluminum frames and
subject to the Project Manager's approval.

d. Drawings

Shop drawings together with sample of each window type shall be submitted to the
Authorities (if required) and Project Manager for approval before installation.

e. Protection

To prevent damage by agents such as contaminated moisture, condensation, cement and

plaster splashes, the significant surfaces of aluminum shall be protected by high quality
PVC strippable tapes.

Significant surfaces include areas exposed or susceptible to corrosion, wear and areas
continuously exposed to the external atmosphere and mechanical stresses.

Strippable tapes shall possess a bond strength between the tape and the adhesive which
is greater than that between the adhesive and the metal surface so that it can be readily
stripped leaving no residue. If for any reason tapes are removed during the building
operations, they must be promptly replaced.

Cement and plaster splashes shall be properly removed by appropriate cement

and plaster stain removal.

6. Stainless steel railing:

All stainless steel railing shall be Grade 304 stainless steel in hairline finish and shall be round
hollow section of dimensions and thickness as shown in the Drawings. The tolerance for the
dimensions and thickness shall be +0.5% and +10% respectively. All stainless steel railing
shall be folly welded to stainless steel round hollow section support fixed securely into the
structure as detailed in the Drawings.

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 All joints shall be folly welded to neat and smooth finish. The railing shall be well protected
against contaminated moisture, cement and plaster splashes and other undesirable materials
during construction. The completed railing shall be clean and free from rust and stain.

7. Mild steel railing:

Provide and install mild steel railing as shown in the Drawings. The mild steel hollow section
handrail, balusters, hollow section support and bottom rail shall be to the dimensions and sizes
as shown. The mild steel hollow section supports shall be securely fixed into the structure as
detail. All welded joints shall be fully welded and all welding shall be properly sanded down to
a smooth finish.

VIII. GLAZING WORKS:

1. Plant and Equipment:

• Scaffolding system

• Laser machine

• Hand tools: hammer, screwing machine, string line…

2. Reference:

• TCVN 5674:1992 Finish works in construction – Execution, check and acceptance

3. Job Safety Analysis:

Please refer to the attachment.

4. General:

All glass shall comply with relevant Standards. They shall be free from specks, air bubbles,
waves, scratches, air holes and other defects. Any panels with imperfections like irregular cut,
chipped corners, cracks or any form of defects shall be rejected.

All glass shall be delivered to site in cut sizes in packages bearing the manufacturer's name
and/or trade mark. The type, quality and thickness or weight of the glass shall be clearly
marked on the package. The glass shall be stored and handled properly with care. Permanent
identification marking shall be made on the glass.

Cutting shall be neatly done to true lines and panes shall fit properly into the frame. All glass
rebates shall be square, plumb and true in plane, clean, dry and dust free. All frame
adjustments shall be made prior to glazing. All glass edges shall be clean, cut to exact sizes
and allowances made for expansion tolerances.

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 All exposed edges shall be ground smooth and polished. All glass shall be of selected glazing
quality and of the thickness stated.

Sample of all glass shall be submitted to the Project Manager for approval before ordering. All
glass delivered to site shall be of equal standard to the samples approved.

5. Float glass:

Float glass or annealed glass shall be of selected glazing quality.

6. Tinted glass:

Tinted glass or heat absorbing glass shall be of 6mm minimum thick unless otherwise
specified.

7. Glazing method:

Glass shall be secured in place with appropriate type of glazing stops or beads set in approved
type of cushions that will permit normal expansion and contraction.

Glass shall be sized to allow provision for expansion of both glass and aluminum frames and
the method of fixing proposed. Clean all glazing rebates immediately before applying glazing
materials.

Unless otherwise indicated, each panel of glass shall have 50mm long neoprene spacers at
the quarter points of both sides and bottom affixed to the center of the glass and to block it.
The top of glass shall be shimmed both sides at quarter points with neoprene to center it. After
glass is in place, fix glazing beads, gaskets, tapes and/or any other glazing compounds
necessary to ensure a complete weather seal is obtained. All glazing compounds shall be in
accordance to the manufacturer's specification.

Upon completion of installation into frames, the Contractor shall protect all glass, and
especially reflective glass, to avoid any damages caused by other trades by means of plastic
with self-adhesive tape. The self-adhesive tape shall be attached to the frame member and
preferably not directly onto the coated glass surface.

Actual glass sizes required shall be determined by measuring all frames to receive glass. All
glass shall be factory labelled on each pane and the label shall not be removed until final
approval. Glass required and not particularly mentioned or described shall be the same as
indicated for other similar or corresponding locations. Glazing must be carried out in such a
manner that they shall not cause any visual distortion.

All glass to metal doors shall be fixed with metal snap-in beads and/or Neoprene glazing as
required. The metal snap-in beads shall be provided by the metal door supplier.

IX. MEP SERVICES:

Please refer to the attached documents.

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