CBE Central Bank in New Elmeni-

Elmeni
METHOD STATEMENT: Fixation of SANITARY FIXTURES
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METHOD STATEMENT
FOR
FIXATION OF SANITARY FIXTURES

If, despite best endeavours, a conflict should arise between this Method Statement and the Project
Specification the requirements of the latter shall be observed and this document revised, accordingly.

Construction Checked Authorised

Issue Date Prepared
Review HSE (PSM) QC (PQM) (Project Manager)

00 08 May. 22 Neseem Mikhail Zakaria Phillopos Hani Ayyad Yasser Mahmoud

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

1.0 SCOPE ....................................................................................................................4

2.0 REFERENCES: .......................................................................................................4

3.0 RESPONSIBILITIES & INTERFACING ..................................................................4

4.0 MATERIAL ..............................................................................................................5

5.0 PROCEDURE .........................................................................................................5

6.0 EQUIPMENT ...........................................................................................................6

7.0 SAFETY EQUIPMENT AND PPE REQUIREMENTS .............................................6

8.0 ATTACHMENTS .....................................................................................................6

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METHOD STATEMENT: Fixation of SANITARY FIXTURES
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1.0 Scope
This method statement covers fixation and inspection of sanitary fixtures to ensure they are
in comply with technical specifications and quality management.

2.0 References:
 Project Specification no. 15440

3.0 Responsibilities & Interfacing

 Site Manager / Construction Manager:
 Coordination with Technical Office Manager to ensure timely availability and approval
of materials in collaboration with Quality Manager, and approved drawings.
 Assigning areas of responsibility of Senior Site Engineers.
 Monitoring adherence to project schedule.
 Expediting areas of concern to best achieve project schedule.

 Senior Site Engineers:

 Liaison with Technical Office Manager for advice required regarding changes, missing
information, clarifications.
 Liaison with Quality Manager concerning the above as required.
 Assigning areas of responsibility of Site Engineers.
 Overseeing overall works progression and readiness
 Site Engineers:
 Ongoing liaison with Surveyors concerning overall setting out and placing of embedded
items.
 Assigning areas of responsibility to Foremen.
 Continuous monitoring of all aspects of works,
 Inspection of all aspects of the works.
 Liaising with QC Engineers regarding works progression and availability for hold point
inspections.
 Liaising with Mechanical and Electrical Engineers for mechanical and electrical
embedded items.
 Quality Control (QC) Engineers:
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 Ongoing liaison with Site Engineers concerning works progression and adherence to
stipulated requirements of approved drawings, method statements, approved
materials and ITP.
 Ongoing inspection of all aspects of the works.
 Assigning areas of responsibility to QC Technicians.
 Ensuring that the Inspection & Test Plan (ITP) has been briefed to and is then followed
by the construction team.
 Hold points inspection of works.

 Technical Office:
 Technical and engineering documents management.
 Development and gaining approval of Issued drawings, materials and other technical
submittals and their distribution as required.

4.0 Material
Material should be as per approved material submittal and specification.
 Water closet.
 Lavatories.
 Kitchen sink.
 Urinal.

5.0 Procedure
After completion of plumbing & drainage and completion of floor we can start to install sanitary
ware.

 Water Closet:
- After getting the civil clearance, the concealed cistern shall be assembled and
mounted on the wall as per approved manner as well as manufacturer’s
recommendations.
- Cistern water inlet and flush outlet connection shall be completed with suitable
fittings and same to be tested before closing the panel/duct.
- Drainage pipe (W.C. outlet/branch) shall be positioned properly to receive the W.C.
connector.
- Concealed portion like cistern, plumbing pipe works to be covered with panels as per
approved manner.
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- Cut out/opening for W.C. outlet, flush outlet, cistern knob/actuator are to be marked on
the panel and same to be cut as per requirement.
- W.C. pan shall be mounted on floor and mark the location of fixing points (space will
be allow for connector).
- Ensure that W.C. connector rubber seal is correctly located on rim of connector.
- Lubricate W.C. spigot and rubber seal of connector.
- Insert W.C. spigot into connector and push together.
- W.C. screwed to wall.
- Joint/cap to wall/panel and floor sealed with waterproof sealant after commissioning
the system.
- Installed sanitary ware will be suitably protected after inspection of installation.

 Lavatories:
- After getting the civil clearance, the water supply and drainage arrangements shall be
made clear and tidy.
- Counter with marble shall be made perfect and properly leveled.
- After carefully placing the basin, under the rim and joint/cap shall be sealed with
waterproof sealant.
- Mixer location (as per approved) to be marked on the counter.
- Then mixer shall be fitted and water supply, drainage connection will be made.
- Installed sanitary ware will be suitably protected after inspection of installation.

• Kitchen Sink:
- Water supply and drainage arrangements to be made clear and tidy.
- Counter with finish to be made perfect and properly levelled.
- Install the kitchen sink in the exact position (as specified in drawing) and bedded on
mastic / sealant.
- Seal the gap between kitchen sink and marble.
- Installed sanitary ware will be suitably protected after inspection of installation.
• Urinals:
- Before the tiling work, the urinal outlet point, and water supply feeding point either
flush valve/cistern are to be marked as per approved location as well as manufacturer’s
recommendation and same are to be terminated accordingly (should be flushed with
tile wall).
- After the tiling, the wall urinal shall be fixed using with supplied clips/bracket as per
manufacturer’s recommendation.
- Water and drainage connection to be made with approved fittings.
- Joint/cap an around the urinal sealed with waterproof sealant.
- Installed sanitary ware will be suitably protected after inspection of installation.
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6.0 Equipment
• Mechanical Tool kit
• Water and Spirit level
• Measuring Tape

7.0 Safety Equipment and PPE requirements

 Safety Helmet
 Safety foot wear
 Gloves where necessary for handling the materials
 Safety glasses to be worn at all time.
 All operatives will be made aware of first aid and emergency procedures as well as
the site rules at the site induction on their first arrival to site.
 Reflective phosphoric vest

8.0 Attachments
1- Risk Assessment
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8.1. Attachment 1: Risk Assessment

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 Confined spaces training is required to be delivered to shaft personnel in order to

allow them access and perform their work in the shaft.
 Work permit holders shall ensure obtaining and maintaining valid work permits.
Unauthorized  The supervisor responsible for this activity has to check the Personal Protective
commencement of Equipment of his staff to ensure that all required items are available and properly
works may result in used.
Work permit 2 2 4 1 2 2
exposing people and/or  Inform all people regarding permit conditions before work starts.
potential to harm or  Supervisors must conduct daily toolbox talk about nature of work and associated
danger. potential hazards and their essential precautionary measures.
 All permits will be checked and verified before commencing the activity.
 Operatives have to sign the method statement orientation sheet.
 Pre-job meeting shall be conducted to brief supervisors and work force on MS&RA
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 Ensure the implementation of the highest level of housekeeping.

 Housekeeping standard should be monitored on a daily basis.
 Plant & machinery should be cleaned on a regular basis.
House Keeping Falling, Tripping, & fire 4 2 8  Full Personal protective equipment should be used all the time in the work site 4 1 4
including gloves.
 All cabling and hosing must be neatly tied off or ramped in order to prevent tripping
(if any).
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 Load weight should be checked before lifting and no employee shall be asked to
carry loads above his capacity.
 Using incorrect
 Care must be exercised by all personnel when lifting loads greater than 25 kilogram
techniques
in weight. Where possible the load should be shared between two people.
Manual Handling  Overexertion 4 2 8 3 1 3
 Any load exceeds the physical capabilities of personnel must be lifted with the aid of
Slipping, Tripping, mechanical equipment.
Falling objects  Ensure the manual load carrying access and walkways are free from obstructions.
 Train the workers on manual lifting procedures.
 Slipping / tripping of  Employing trained and experienced persons.
the load.  Proper lifting procedures.
 Unbalance or loss of  Good housekeeping.
control.  Use of proper PPE.
Material Handling  Back pain.  Avoid manual handling of heavy material.
 Minor injuries/cut. 4 2 8  Information about the load capacity. 3 1 3
(Mechanical)
 Falling of the load /  Balance the load.
beam.  Load should be properly secured.
 Damage to property.  Size of equipment & load should be known.
  Ensure having the color code for equipment.
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 Check all electrical panels used daily.
 Outer insulation on electrical cords must be intact.
 Check all electrical wires daily for defective insulation.
 Replacing defective electrical wires instead of repairing it using ordinary tapes.
Lighting and Electrocution, burns,  Avoid using tools in wet locations.
5 4 20 1 4 4
electrical works short circuit  Never use nails to hang the wires.
 Use switch Circuit Breaker and JFCI in the electrical panels.
 Proper grounding for all generator (if needed).
 Temporary lighting must be properly guarded and protected to avoid contact with
broken Bulbs and Avoid potential shocks.
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 Inspection for damage/defects to tools, cables, plugs - defective tools to be taken
out of use immediately
 Proper use of PPE for all workers (gloves, hearing protection, defenders/plugs, dust
masks)
 Cables to be routed away from aisles and walkways where they could create trip
hazards to other persons and/or expose cables to potential damage
 Trained workers can only operate power tools
 Defective Tools  Periodically check tools for damage/defects and where necessary take out of action
 Improper handling and label “Do not use”
 Improper storage  All operatives shall be Trained for proper handling of tools
Hand and Power  Appropriate tools only have to be used and its requirements shall be complying with
 Misuse of tools 3 3 9 3 1 3
Tools  Damaged cable site regulations
 Loose components  All operatives shall wear their Personal Protective Equipment without fail.
Non-use of PPE  Proper inspection / maintenance of tools
 Use right tool for right job
 Proper storage of tools
 STARRT CARD system shall be applied.
 All tools to be inspected & colour coded.
 Care MUST be taken to ensure that all hand tools used are in good condition and fit
for purpose.
 No home-made hand tools are allowed on work site
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 Equipment / Vehicle  Enough lightings and reflective sign boards will be placed at required locations.
accidents, personnel  Flashers and revolving lights will be posted at strategic locations.
Works during accidents, injury. 2 3 6  Lonely works will not be allowed during night. 1 3 3
night.
Equipment stuck into  Continuous supervision will be provided for jobs.
loose soil.  Area will be cordon off to avoid heavy equipment passing or stuck.

 All workers will be aware through Toolbox talk on the hazards and symptoms of heat
stress and precautionary measures to be taken.
May result in exposing
 Rest shelters with cool water arrangement will be provided near the work area.
people may suffer
Work during hot  If required, ensure the changes in working hours as per client / legal requirements.
excess fatigue,
and Humid/ 2 2 4  Rehydration drinks, first aid services etc. shall be arranged as per need. 2 1 2
dehydration, heat  Job rotation shall be arranged as per need.
Summer
stroke, heat cramps,  Report any heat stress incident immediately.
heat stress etc.  Follow-up and coordinate heat stress related incident with medical staff.
 All personnel shall be aware of safety rules and regulations.
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 Ensure that emergency personnel are certified/trained for workinSg into ConfiSned
Spaces
 Ensure that at least 5 trained First Aiders are present in addition to clinic staff.
 Untrained in First  Ensure that rescue devices and equipment to be available at all times
Aider  Ensure to maintain free access way to the work area in order to evacuate some
Emergency
 No first aid box injured personnel
response and / or 2 3 6 2 2 4
around  Ensure that a person trained in administering First Aid is present.
medical situation.  Unavailable  Ensure that everyone knows the Emergency Contact Numbers.
equipment or devices  Ensure to provide safe and clear passage for Emergency Response Team.
 Ensure that First Aid box is provided and available.
 TBT for Operatives on emergency response procedures, emergency evacuation
exercise.
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METHOD STATEMENT: Fixation of SANITARY FIXTURES
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1 1 2 3 4 5
NEGLIGIBLE
2 2 4 6 8 10
MODERATE
3 3 6 9 12 15
Severity SIGNIFICANT
4 4 8 12 16 20
SEVERE
5 5 10 15 20 25
CATASTROPHIC
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METHOD STATEMENT: Fixation of SANITARY FIXTURES
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LOW RISK

1-6
Risk is tolerable when identified control measures are
implemented. Manage for continuous improvement.

MEDIUM RISK

8 - 12
Further Risk Reduction Measures should be considered.

HIGH / INTOLERABLE RISK

15 - 25
Seek specialist advice/support. Investigate alternatives.