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METHOD OF STATEMENT
FOR SWIMMING POOLS
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
1. PURPOSE .......................................................................................................................................................... 4
2. SCOPE OF WORKS .......................................................................................................................................... 4
3. REFERENCES ................................................................................................................................................... 4
3.1. Contract documents .................................................................................................................................... 4
4. DEFINITIONS / ABBREVIATIONS .................................................................................................................... 4
4.1. Definition ...................................................................................................................................................4
4.2. Abbreviations ............................................................................................................................................... 4
5. RESOURCES ..................................................................................................................................................... 4
5.1. Plant and Equipment.................................................................................................................................... 4
5.2. Personnel ...................................................................................................................................................... 4
5.3. Materials ........................................................................................................................................................ 5
5.4. List of Materials ............................................................................................................................................ 5
6. METHOD SEQUENCE ....................................................................................................................................... 6
6.1. Preliminary requirements ............................................................................................................................ 6
6.2. Shop Drawings ............................................................................................................................................. 6
6.3. Material Submittal ........................................................................................................................................ 7
6.4. Delivery, Storage and Handling .................................................................................................................. 7
6.5. Production .................................................................................................................................................... 7
6.6. Site Inspection .............................................................................................................................................. 8
6.7. Methods -Water Feature Construction ....................................................................................................... 8
6.7.1. Sub grade ................................................................................................................................................. 8
6.7.2. Sub base ................................................................................................................................................... 8
6.7.3. Polyethylene Sheet .................................................................................................................................. 8
6.7.4. Blinding..................................................................................................................................................... 8
6.7.5. Water Proofing & Protection Screed ...................................................................................................... 9
6.7.6. Rebar and Formworks ............................................................................................................................. 9
6.7.7. Pool Shell (Reinforcement, Concrete & Waterproofing)....................................................................... 9
6.8. Methods: Render/Plaster (if Required) ....................................................................................................... 9
6.8.1. Background Preparation: ........................................................................................................................ 9
6.8.2. Mixing (Using Electric agitator): ........................................................................................................... 10
6.8.3. Mixing (Using Render Electric pump) .................................................................................................. 10
6.8.4. CP2 (Grey)/RCP (5166) Application ...................................................................................................... 10
6.8.5. Curing: .................................................................................................................................................... 10
6.8.6. Disposal of Waste: ................................................................................................................................. 11
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6.9. Finishing (Mosaic Tiles) ............................................................................................................................. 11

6.10. Swimming Pool Steps ........................................................................................................................... 11
6.11. Installation of Sandstone Cladding ...................................................................................................... 11
6.12. Installation of Sandstone Coping: ........................................................................................................ 11
6.13. Method - Cast in Place Concrete .......................................................................................................... 12
6.13.1. Sub base ................................................................................................................................................. 12
6.13.2. Pouring concrete ................................................................................................................................... 12
6.13.3. Finishing and curing .............................................................................................................................. 13
6.14. Inspection & Test Plan .......................................................................................................................... 13
6.15. Mock up (If Required) ............................................................................................................................ 13
6.16. Protection ............................................................................................................................................... 13
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1. PURPOSE
This Methodology Statement for the project consists of descriptive details and the Installation sequence of the
company process in the execution of all works.

2. SCOPE OF WORKS
The scope of work covers the supply and installation of the following items. Swimming Pool and Jacuzzi

3. REFERENCES
3.1. Contract documents
1. Project Specification : - Scope of Work
2. Contract Drawings : - All related drawings

4. DEFINITIONS / ABBREVIATIONS
4.1. Abbreviations
1. Engineer - Representative of “Name of engineering consultancy”
2. ICL - Inspection Check List
3. IR - Inspection Request
4. ITL -Independent Testing Laboratory
5. ITP - Inspection and Test Plan
6. ITR -Inspection & Test Requests
7. MAT - Material Submittal
8. MEP - Mechanical Electrical Plumbing
9. MET - Method Statement
10. MIR - Material Inspection Request
11. MSDS - Material Safety Data Sheet
12. PPE -Personal Protective Equipment
13. PQP -Project Quality Plan
14. PTW -Permit To Work ( Working at Height or enclosed spaces)
15. RA -Hazard Identification and Risk Assessment
16. RFIA - Request for Inspection and Approval
17. SPD - Shop Drawing
18. TBM - Temporary Bench Mark

5. RESOURCES
5.1. Plant and Equipment
Machinery shall be maintained by project onsite mechanic who checks each piece of plant every day before
use. Preventive maintenance is the strategic plan of project mechanical department. Parts prone to wear and
tear in site working environment and climate are stored at our nursery/workshop and can be readily available
on site within the hour. Hired or leased machinery shall be maintained by the owner company. All certification
for Plant and Machinery shall be filed in site office and shall be readily available for review by the Contractors.

5.2. Personnel
1. Project Manager
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2. Construction Manager
3. Logistic Manager
4. QA/QC Manager
5. QA/QC Engineer
6. Quantity Surveyor
7. Safety Officers
8. Surveyor
9. Supervisors
10. Foremen
11. Labourers
12. Document Controller
13. Machine Operators
5.3. Materials
1. All materials used are in accordance with contract specifications and shall be submitted for approval
before ordering. Any requirements from Municipality shall be incorporated during supply and
Installation and an Environmental permit shall be sought from them and returned granted before any
works take place.
2. All materials used in this contract shall be extracted from the contract specification and approved
drawings. The Citiscape Quantity Surveyor in conjunction with the Project Manager shall incorporate
these material parts, description, specifications and quantities in the procured material log sheet.
3. The Project Manager in co-ordination with the Construction Manager shall ascertain the requirement
of Municipality if any from time to time, and all such requirements shall be incorporated during the
process of supply and Installation stages.
5.4. List of Materials
The following list is a summary of key materials to be used for Swimming Pools

Materials

1. Sub base
2. Polyethylene sheet
3. Reinforced concrete
4. SBS modified bituminous elastomeric water proofing membrane
5. non-woven polyester reinforcement
6. Protection Screed
7. Steel bars
8. Water stopper
9. uPVC spacer
10. High strength free flowing micro concrete for structural repair
11. Cement bound water proofing sealing slurry
12. Flexible thin bed mortar tile adhesive
13. Non slip glass mosaic tiles
14. Sandstone coping
15. Sandstone cladding
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16. Grout
17. Sealant
18. uPVC pipes (Ducting/Sleeves)
19. Stainless steel handrail
20. Stainless steel slip proof treads
21. Shuttering marine plywood
22. Tie rod with wing nut
23. Shoring rod
24. Tie wire
6. METHOD SEQUENCE
6.1. Preliminary requirements
1. Shop drawings
2. Material Approval
3. Approval of Inspection Test Plan
4. Approval of Method statement
5. Site survey and project planning
6. Physical site measurement
7. Mock up and /or Sample
8. Approved Quality Control Plan
6.2. Shop Drawings
1. Preparation & Submission of the shop drawings submittal schedule shall be done in accordance with
the Tender/Contract drawings, this shall be provided when Citiscape receive award of the contract
notification.
2. The Project/Construction Manager shall prepare a list of required drawings to be submitted to the
CONTRACTOR. Upon approval of drawing list, Citiscape Design department shall prepare and check the
project drawings taking into consideration the following factors;
3. Project requirements for the product and material that includes dimension details of product, material
type, type of finish and quality of finish and/or workmanship.
4. Permissible tolerance
5. Product acceptance criteria
6. Aesthetic (Artistic) specifications and acceptance criteria.
7. Standardization of products.
8. According to the nature of the work, the Project Manager shall decide on the necessity to carrying out
site measurements.
9. Preparation of shop drawings shall be in accordance to the schedule submitted.
10. The Citiscape Project/Construction Manager shall monitor the progress of shop drawings approved via
the list of CONTRACTOR drawings for reference numbers and approval dates.
11. All approved shop drawings shall be stamped “Controlled” and shall be issued to the Engineers for site
use.
12. Site survey shall be conducted whenever necessary by the surveyor and measurements shall be taken
for any nonstandard items.
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13. The Quantity Surveyor shall quantify the variations based on the approved shop drawings & site
measurements.
6.3. Material Submittal
1. The Project/Construction Manager shall coordinate with the purchasing department to purchase and
provide all the necessary approved materials and verification requirements as per contract
specifications and CONTRACTOR requirements.
2. All incoming materials shall be subject to inspection/approval by the Quality Control Engineer. No
material shall be withdrawn from stores or storage area before Inspection and approval from the
QA/QC.
3. Stores shall receive the incoming materials to a designated holding area; checks shall be made for
Quality and Quantity with any materials not conforming to be clearly labelled and stored separately
awaiting QA/QC to follow the procedures of sub contractor’s suppliers NCR.
4. Material shall be handled manually where possible, when not mechanical measures shall be set in
place i.e. forklifts or any other lifting device appropriate for the task.
5. Handling of materials within the stores containers shall be by hand.
6. Handling of materials in open storage area shall be carried out by mechanically to reduce risks
involved in Manual handling.
7. All Operative exposed to manual handling shall have undergone Citiscape Manual handling training.
8. Pallet bases to be checked to allow safe handling by forklift or telehandler.
9. No stacking of 2 different types of material in one pallet this also goes for stacking pallets; stacked
pallets must be of the same material.
10. No more than 2 pallet loads per stack.
11. Stacking height should not exceed 3 meters.
6.4. Delivery, Storage and Handling
1. All records of stock materials at the storage area shall be recorded and labelled stating intended
location for installation on the project.
2. All materials shall be marked and monitored by the Citiscape Store Keeper
3. Materials for each task/zone shall be stored separately.
4. Unless materials are near the intended installation area and are in the process of installation, materials
shall be protected as appropriate.
5. Protective tapes/coverings shall be made to protect the stored materials of unique nature and
specification, Materials shall be stocked in groups to increase efficiency of site deliveries.
6. All Hazardous materials shall be stored separately and to manufacturers recommendation in clearly
marked COSHH boxes with MSDS and COSHH assessments for each item understood and signed by
staff required to handle / work with it. This file shall be held in the site office and made available to
CONTRACTOR upon request.
6.5. Production
1. The Citiscape Purchasing Department shall liaise with the QS department and prepare a detailed
material list for each item in accordance with the approved shop drawings.
2. The first sample of each item shall be submitted to the Citiscape Project Manager for approval and the
production process shall continue as per schedule. Each product / item shall be labelled with a unique
number for its identity.
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3. Supplier’s Quality control shall take care of the quality issues if any of the material once approved and
passed by their QC team. The materials shall then be stacked in pallets, protection wrapped around
them awaiting delivery call off from site. When materials delivered to site Citiscape QA/QC and
CONTRACTOR representative along with the storekeeper shall inspect all goods for conformity. If a
non-conformance arises Citiscape shall issue the supplier with an NCR. The store keeper and Citiscape
Logistics Team shall ensure safety and soft handling of all delivered materials.
6.6. Site Inspection
Prior to starting installation activities, each specified area shall be inspected by the Citiscape survey team to
ensure grading is in accordance with the approved specification for handover. If any discrepancies occur
CONTRACTOR shall be informed and a coordinated outcome shall prevail.

Only approved material shall be used. Delivered material shall be stored at Citiscape lay down area and shall
always be subject to contractor representative inspection.

6.7. Methods -Water Feature Construction

1. For Excavation, Trenching, Backfilling & Grading, Method Statement to be submitted separately.
2. For Irrigation Installation Work Method Statement to be submitted separately.
3. For Soft Landscaping Work Method Statement to be submitted separately.
4. For Electrical and Mechanical Installation, Method Statement to be submitted separately.
5. For Site Furniture work Method of Statement to be submitted separately.
6. For Thermal Moisture Protection Method Statement to be submitted separately.
7. Methods: Swimming Pool Construction
For Setting Out, Excavation and Backfilling refer to Method: “Trenching, excavation, Backfilling and
grading works.

6.7.1. Sub grade

1. Any loose material shall be compacted or removed. The site shall be wet down to ensure compaction
and if required further with a plate compactor or vibrating roller.
6.7.2. Sub base
1. The sub base shall be compacted to not less than 98% maximum dry density determined in accordance
with BS 1377 Part 4. Field density tests shall be carried out at a frequency of 3 tests per 500m2 laid or
as directed by the Engineer.
2. Watering may be used to aid in compaction and if required compacted further with a Whacker plate
and/or vibrating roller.
6.7.3. Polyethylene Sheet
After compaction and test is completely done, Polyethylene sheet will lay over the compacted sub base prior
to blinding.

6.7.4. Blinding
1. The sub base shall be topped with a 100mm thick layer of concrete indicated in the approved drawing.
Blinding shall be laid over the plastic gauge, polyethylene sheet, encasing the concrete bottom and
sides and bottom.
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6.7.5. Water Proofing & Protection Screed

1. The pool shall be waterproofed with an approved material, first by applying bituminous primer with
the required coating, 4mm thick torched applied membrane and with a 3.2mm thick protection board.
The waterproofing shall be done strictly following manufacturers recommendation and as per
applicable standards. The waterproofing shall be inspected and to be approved by the Contractor.
2. Once the waterproofing works is completed a 50mm thk protection screed shall be applied over the
waterproofing membrane. Manufacturer recommendation shall be followed when screed is started.
3. Exposed concrete surface shall be finished using equipment suitable to produce the required finish.
4. Where necessary to protect the finish to the concrete surface the wet Hessian or plastic sheeting shall
be supported off the surface of the concrete.
5. The concrete shall be cured continuously from the initial set by clean water ponding. The minimum
time required is normally 3 days, but curing for 7 days or longer shall be done if required.
6. After the concrete surface achieved its final curing, waterproofing to be applied entirely on the
concrete using approved material follows manufacturer’s recommendation on coating application.
6.7.6. Rebar and Formworks
1. A casting area shall be prepared on site in a designated Citiscape area for the casting of the precast
concrete base slab and wall of Pool/Jacuzzi.
2. Formworks that conform to the dimension of the base slab and wall shall then be constructed; to
ensure that the geometry does not change during the pouring process; bracers will be added to
enhance the strength
3. The rebar for the formworks in the base Slab and wall shall be in accordance with the bending
configurations and dimensions as per approved shop drawings and contract specification in
preparation for pouring of the precast foundations Concrete slab & wall of the Pool/Jacuzzi.
6.7.7. Pool Shell (Reinforcement, Concrete & Waterproofing)
1. The Pool/Jacuzzi shell shall be constructed initially by a 350mm thk base slab and 300mm thick
concrete wall with the required size, dimension, and shape indicated in the approved drawing.
Cement and sand mixed mortar reinforced with wire mesh to be applied to form a fillet on floor and
wall corners. Upon completion of rebar and formworks of the wall and prior to concreting works,
Piping works sleeves for the MEP shall be fixed with the necessary fittings as per the sizes and
locations shown in the approved shop drawing and to be inspected and approved by the Contractor.
Note: For Casting Concrete See Methods Cast in Place Concrete (Ref # 5.8)

6.8. Methods: Render/Plaster (if Required)

6.8.1. Background Preparation:
1. The fair‐faced concrete background should be thoroughly cleaned devoid of dust, loose particles, wood
pieces, mould oil and grease and other related substances. Remove all these imperfections from the
surface to be rendered using 110v grinder.
2. The suction in the background of fair-faced concrete shall be thoroughly neutralized by applying clean
potable water.
3. Free water on the surface shall be allowed to disperse before applying CP2. Allow the water to evaporate
completely before the application of the cement render/plaster. The fixing of all attachments such as
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pipes, electrical fittings (if included in scope), and other related items shall be carried out before the
rendering/plastering begins.
6.8.2. Mixing (Using Electric agitator):
1. RCP (5166) supplied in 50kg bag must be mixed with potable water only, in a clean plastic bucket or a
clean no-corrosive, uncontaminated metal tub. To ensure a homogeneous and uniform mix, an electric
agitator or paddle mixer must be used. The amount of water to be added is 9.50 litters per 50kg bag
(i.e. approx. 19% by weight). Add the RCP colour to water, turn the content of the bag carefully and
stir frequently. Once mixed allow to stand for 5 minutes and mix again before applying. No further
water should be added to the mix. Hard and set plaster should not be remixed.
6.8.3. Mixing (Using Render Electric pump)
1. Render electric pump with operating voltage of 440v (Certificate to be provided prior to use of
machine), 3 Phase will also be utilized in some areas CP2/RCP supplied in 50 kg bag to be located to
the Hooper by two operatives and should have necessary safety equipment to avoid any accident or
safety violation. Mounted on top of the Hooper is steel slashed for tearing off the bag. The main hose
is 10 meter long without any joint on it, the size of the hose is 25/40mm, from the machine up to the
end and pressure is very low, any how to arrest the movement the hose is vertically to the work area
through scaffolds and properly tied on the scaffolding ( if necessary). Starting of the electric pump
(inspect machine before try to start if it is having the safety mechanism working). Once the pump
utilizing is over on each day to be cleaned with water to avoid any clot in the hose and pump. Fist up
all water to be filled in the pump and circulate through the hose and remove it in the site where the
main contractor provided for waste disposal. All above said operation has to be carried out with
proper PPE in use gloves, Eye protection glass, Overall, Helmet with face protection, Safety shoes,
Rubber boots, etc. Necessary barricades to be provided in the work area and around pumps are in
motion.
Electric Pump Safety Measure:

1. Store in dry area

2. Proper earthing to be provided to avoid any electric shock.
3. Tag certificate to be by 3rd party.
4. 440v cables to be kept off ground-away from water.
6.8.4. CP2 (Grey)/RCP (5166) Application
1. Rush Coat: CP2 Grey shall be applied as a spatter dash/rush coat to a thickness of 4‐8mm. A rough
texture is to be obtained to provide a mechanical key for the next coat, a minimum of 48 hours has to
elapse prior to the application of the second coat. Water curing is an absolute must during this period.
2. Second (CP2 Grey ) / Final Coat (RCP 5166): With the second/final coat application, a one coat
thickness from 8mm to 20mm can be build‐up land finished by felting or floating. The finished plaster has
to be water cured a period of 2 days (3‐4 times daily). Plaster machine is use the plaster is applied in a
continuous operation and finished manually to the specified thickness to meet the requirements of BS
5262/5492.

6.8.5. Curing:
1. The render/plaster should be kept moist by curing for at least three to four days with gentle spray of
potable water
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6.8.6. Disposal of Waste:

1. All waste will be identified, segregated, handled, and disposed of in coordination with the Main
Contractor regarding the designated areas for waste materials. Waste material shall be loaded into a
wheel barrow or waste tubs and removed to allocate waste points.
2. Areas and scaffolds shall be swept clean.
3. Burying or burning waste materials on site will not be permitted. Washing waste materials down
sewers or into waterways will not be permitted.
4. During handling and application of render plaster, Citiscape to provide protection for interface works.
6.9. Finishing (Mosaic Tiles)
1. The Mosaic tiles shall be fabricated into pattern as shown in the approved drawings, set on a 25mm
thick bedding of grout using approved bonding additive as per specification. Tiles shall be tapped into
place using a non-marking rubber mallet to ensure a strong bond between all surfaces. Joint spacing
between the surfaces of the tiles may vary in accordance with the architects detail for each product.
2. Grouting shall be carried out in accordance with the specification using approved epoxy grouting
mortar. Care shall be taken when grouting to ensure that any spills or excess material is cleaned up
prior to being allowed to set.
3. Cracked or broken tiles shall not be laid. Prior to grouting, the area shall be inspected by the QA/QC
Controller and any tiles found to be cracked or broken shall be lifted and replaced.
6.10. Swimming Pool Steps
1. Pool steps shall be constructed with a Reinforced concrete as per the shape, size and dimensions
indicated in the approved drawing. Steps shall be topped with a 20mm thick plastering, waterproofed
with approved waterproofing materials as per specification required and to be finished with Mosaic
tiles approved materials.
6.11. Installation of Sandstone Cladding
1. Area to be cladded will be cleaned from dust and other foreign materials
2. Setting out for cladding will be done on wall from the coping level.
3. Epoxy glue will be applied to the sandstone for effective bonding.
4. 3mm joint will maintained for every sandstone.
5. Sandstone finishes will be sealed with approved sealant prior to inspection.
Note: Scaffoldings will be providing for walls to be cladded over on height of 1 meter.

6.12. Installation of Sandstone Coping:

1. Area to be coped with sandstone will be cleared from dust, greasy materials and others.
2. Setting out for coping will be done as per approved drawings.
3. Mortar will be made in site in accordance to the specification with mixer machine.
4. Mortar bed will be laid over the cleaned concrete surface proper levelling will be done by land edge.
5. Cement slurry will be spread over the mortar bed before installation of sandstone.
6. Sandstone coping will be placed over the slurry mortar bed as per pattern approved.
7. Sandstone coping will be levelled with rubber hammer to attained require level and bonding.
8. 3mm joint will maintained for every sandstone.
9. Sandstone finishes will be sealed with approved sealant prior to inspection
Testing and Commissioning
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1. The systems will be tested and commissioned to ensure they are in accordance with: The
requirements of the specification and drawings; All relevant guidelines and standards; the satisfaction
of the Supervision Consultant; and Safety requirements.
6.13. Method - Cast in Place Concrete
Sub grade

1. Any loose material shall be compacted or removed. The site shall be wet down to ensure compaction
and if required further with a plate compactor or vibrating roller.
6.13.1. Sub base
1. The sub base shall be compacted to not less than 95% maximum dry density determined in accordance
with BS 1377 Part 4. Field density tests shall be carried out at a frequency of 2 tests per 1000m2 laid or
as directed by the Architect
2. Watering may be used to aid in compaction and if required compacted further with a Whacker plate
and/or vibrating roller.
3. The application of levelling mortar shall only be done according to construction drawing details,
spread over the compacted sub base materials before concrete pouring.
Concrete grade and supply
4. Concrete strength to be used shall be as stipulated in the contract specifications or as detailed in the
approved drawings, supplied by offsite batching plants and delivered to site in concrete agitator
trucks.
5. Lean concrete if less than 1m3 shall be mix on site. The components and ratio to mix concrete shall be
ensured.
6. Concrete shall be pre-ordered 24 hours in advance of the pour then confirmed of the day of the pour
with the delivery time, quantity and grade.
7. Two methods or a combination of methods may be used to place concrete depending on access,
volume of pour, conditions at the time and the structure being poured.
8. Direct discharge from the truck.
9. Using a static or truck mounted concrete pump.
10. Embedded items
11. Prior to concreting a pre-pour inspection shall be carried out to check cleanliness, formwork and false
work if any. Reinforcement bars and dowels; reservation holes for later installations e.g. hand rails,
balustrades, tree wells and lighting fixtures; utilities and other underground requirements shall be
fulfilled and rechecked ahead of pouring.
6.13.2. Pouring concrete
1. Concrete shall be placed in a controlled manner and at a rate to ensure that undue pressure is not
exerted on the shutters and those cold joints do not form. A polythene sheet shall be laid over the sub
base surface prior to pouring to avoid water penetration under the paving.
2. Whatever is the physical method of getting the concrete into place, it must keep the chute low and
close to the placed concrete and not to drop it or drag it too far. Concrete shall not be allowed to fall
freely more than a 1.5M to keep concrete in the correct consistency and avoid any segregation.
3. Concrete shall be vibrated in order to remove the entrapped air voids and to ensure complete filling of
the forms. The process of reducing entrapped air inside the concrete is called consolidation, which is
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normally achieved through the use of mechanical vibrators. For vibrating Poker vibrators (compressed
air driven) shall be used.
Sampling and testing
1. Sampling and testing to be conducted on concrete shall be carried out by independent laboratory.
Testing and sampling frequencies shall be performed in accordance with the standards and contract
specifications.
2. The concrete mixed temperature at discharge from the concrete agitator truck shall not exceed 32°C.
The concrete QA Inspector shall check and record the concrete temperature each time a slump test is
taken. If the concrete temperature exceeds 32°C at the point of placement, it shall be rejected. During
the pour, concrete placement temperatures are to be regularly reported back to the Concrete Batch
Plant even if the temperature is below 32°C.
6.13.3. Finishing and curing
1. Exposed concrete surfaces shall be finished using equipment suitable to produce the required finish.
2. Where necessary to protect the finish to the concrete surface the wet Hessian or plastic sheeting shall
be supported off the surface of the concrete.
3. The concrete shall be cured continuously from the initial set by clean water ponding. The minimum
time required is normally 3 days, but curing for 7 days or longer shall be done if required.
6.14. Inspection & Test Plan
1. Each area shall be offered for inspection before installation and after completion. Subcontractor
representative shall be available at site to supervise and monitor the work area.
2. All Inspection & Tests shall be conducted in accordance with the approved “Inspection & Test Plan”
and check list signed off.
6.15. Mock up (If Required)
Mock up areas shall be constructed at Citiscape site office. In addition to these mock ups with minimum area
of 9 m2 shall be constructed on site.

6.16. Protection
1. All materials & equipment shall be delivered to site wrapped in protection as per manufacturer’s
practice.
2. Protection shall only be removed to conduct material quality control procedures or when installation
of material is on-going.
3. All installed materials/items shall be protected as far as reasonably practicable after installation and
shall remain in that state until final handover to contractor