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METHOD STATEMENT
FOR
HOTEL CURTAIN WALL/GLAZING & ALUMINIUM CLADDING
AND GRC CLADDING INSTALLATION FOR L36 ~ ROOF
FOR
PACKAGE 2120/3110 HOTEL CURTAIN WALL/GLAZING & ALUMINIUM
CLADDING AND GRC CLADDING INSTALLATION
FOR
VENETIAN MACAU
IN
COTAI, MACAU
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Netfortune Engineering (FEA) Macau Limited Method Statement for
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CONTENTS 1. SCOPE OF WORK
1.1 Specification Reference 4 1.2 Third Party Interfaces ...
4
2. WORK METHODOLOGY
2.1 Time 5 2.2 Duration .......................... 5 2.3
Sequence ..... 5
2.3.1 Curtain Wall Installation ..... 5 2.3.2 Monorail
Installation at Roof parapet.... 7 2.3.3 Aluminium Cladding
Installation ... 7 2.3.4 GRC Cladding Installation . 8
2.4 Location ...... 9 3. RESOURCE REQUIRED
3.1 Personnel .... 10 3.2 Plant ... 11 3.3 Material .. 12 3.4
Specialist Services ..... 12 3.5 Supervision .... 12
4. ASSESSMENT OF SIGNIFICANT RISKS
4.1 Access/Egress ..... 13 4.2 Place of Work .... 13 4.3 Others
at Risk . 13 4.4 Competence for Key Activities .... 14 4.5
Dangerous Goods, Noise, Manual Handling, etc. .. 14 4.6
Environmental Impacts ... 14
5. CONTROL MEASURES TO BE USED
5.1 Emergency Arrangements .. 15 5.2 Security ... 15 5.3 Third
Party Liaison . 15 5.4 Work Instructions and Field Controls 16 5.5
Permits 16 5.6 Personal Protective Equipments . 16 5.7 Specialist
Training .. 18
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6. PROVISION OF INFORMATION
6.1 Changes to Information .. 19 6.2 Confirmation of Emergency
Arrangements/Drills . 19 6.3 Employee and Third Party Briefings ..
19
7. VERIFICATION RECORDS
7.1 Initial Records Requirements ..... 20 7.2 Records to be
Taken During Construction ..... 20 7.3 Completion Certificate
Package ..... 20 7.4 Filing Arrangements ... 20
8. APPENDICES
8.1 Hazard Identification Sheet 21 8.2 Risk Assessment Sheet 22
8.3 Sketches .. 23 A. Sketch No. 2 Hoisting of Curtain Wall Unit B.
Sketch No. 2 Hoisting of Curtain Wall Unit C. Sketch No. 2 Hoisting
of Curtain Wall Unit 8.4 Evercrete Method Statement for
Waterproofing Application .. 24
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1. SCOPE OF WORK
1.1 Specification Reference
1.1.1 Design - Technical Specification Clause 6.2 1.1.2
Fabrication - Technical Specification Clause 6.3
- Technical Specification Clause 8 1.1.3 Material - Technical
Specification Clause 7 1.1.4 Workmanship - Technical Specification
Clause 9 1.1.5 Galvanizing - Technical Specification Clause 7.24.1
1.1.6 Site Testing - Technical Specification Clause 6.9, 10.3,
10.4, 10.7, 10.8
& 10.10 & 10.11 1.1.7 Safety - Hong Kong Factories and
Industrial Undertakings
Regulation, Code of Practice for Scaffolding Safety (HK) and The
Charters of Construction Safety and Hygiene (Macau)
1.2 Third Party Interfaces
The curtain wall, aluminium cladding and GRC cladding
installation for this project is independently installed externally
as a external faade system and will have no direct interface with
other trade except for internal finishing.
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2. WORK METHODOLOGY
2.1 Time The external facade system for L36 ~ Roof will be
installed under normal working hours. Night shift for installation
will be required subject to the available of Tower Crane and actual
site progress.
2.2 Duration
The external facade system for L36 ~ Roof will be installed
according to approved installation programme.
2.3 Sequence
2.3.1 Curtain Wall Installation 2.3.1.1 Cast-in Embed
a. Curtain wall insert placing to be carried out in accordance
with approved embed layout plan.
b. Check and inspect the installed inserts are in the correct
location before concrete pouring. Any inserts that are beyond the
allowable tolerance shall be rectified prior to concreting. FEA
will issue inspection record to Major Trade Contractor before each
casting.
c. Survey and inspect the inserts after removal of formwork. Any
inserts that are out of tolerances will be highlighted and
submitted to Major Trade Contractor for record.
d. Any curtain wall insert which is out of nominal position by a
dimension greater than +/- 15mm in any direction due to concrete
out of tolerance shall be recorded, and submitted for consultant's
review.
e. Any remedial works must be approved by consultant prior to
execution. 2.3.1.2 Setting Out
a. A set of reference grid lines and level datum to be provided
by the Major Trade Contractor. Accuracy verified by joint surveying
between FEA surveyor and Major Trade Contractor's building
surveyor.
b. The setting out of the curtain wall floor by floor, will be
carried out in accordance with the agreed set of reference
gridlines and level datum throughout the whole building.
c. Assign a set up floor for every five floors where optical
laser surveying instrument will be engaged to layout the reference
lines of the curtain wall.
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d. Curtain wall reference and anchor locations at intermediate
floors will be set out with the aid of wires tensioned between set
up floors. (Level reference on all floors will be transferred by
optical level).
2.3.1.3 Bracket Installation
a. Clean the top face of pre-cast imbed by wire brush to remove
dust and cement slag.
b. Major Trade Contractor to make-good any uneven concrete
surface at insert location to achieve a smooth bearing surface
prior to bracket installation.
c. Install the bracket onto the embed by fixing. d. Set the
bracket in accurate in and out position and tighten the anchor
bolts. e. Set the aluminium serrated plate on accurate level and
tighten the
anchor bolts. f. Double check the set curtain wall anchors for
accuracy. g. Torque check of bolts on fixing (As per ITP plan).
2.3.1.4 Curtain Wall & Aluminium Cladding Installation :
a. Curtain wall units are unloaded onto the Loading Platform on
38/F as for temporary storage until they are required for
installation.
b. During storage on site, the units will be covered with
plastic sheet. c. A special custom made double track monorail
system will be used and
set up on top of roof parapet wall. d. An electric chain block
of SWL 1.0 will be mounted onto the steel
monorail track. The complete system shall undergo safety load
test by an independent qualified party and test reports/statutory
forms are then submitted to Main Contractor for record.
e. To install fire insulation according to approved shop drawing
at top part of concrete beam surface prior to curtain wall
installation.
f. Curtain wall units are then hoisted up from the Loading
Platform by means of this monorail and electric chain block and
place in position at floor edge for fixing to the pre-installed
anchor brackets.
g. Upon final adjustment of the units by means of dummy level,
theodolite, and torque checking (as ITP plan), tightening the
fixing bolts to its correct torque by torque check test on site
with RE / MTC & SSC relevant QA personnel to witness of
inspection.
h. Proceed with next curtain wall unit installation and seal all
gutters as per approved shop drawings details.
i. A 100% flood test to the gutters shall be carried out by
Factory for a period of no less than 24 hours without water
seepage. Take record and send to site together with unit delivery
for site reference.
j. Install EPDM flashing and seal up the curtain wall system as
a waterproof barrier.
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k. Install thermal, acoustic insulation to the curtain wall.
Inspection to be carried out by TCs QA personnel (as per ITP plan)
and witnessed by relevant RE/MTC personnel for the satisfactory of
the pre-installed fire insulation prior to the g.m.s. smoke seal
installation.
l. Workers will install the curtain wall unit mainly inside the
building except for the two End Wall and blind wall which will be
carried out by using gondolas.
2.3.2 Monorail Installation at Roof Parapet
a. Design Drawing and Calculation will be submitted for approval
prior for work execution.
b. The monorail system will be pre-fabricated and assembled in
individual support frame.
c. The pre-assembled monorail support frame and tracks will be
hoisted up and be installed using Tower Crane on top of roof
parapet.
d. To fix the connection between monorail and separate tracks
and ensure the bolts are tightened.
e. Repeat Step c d to complete installation of remaining of
monorail system.
f. The monorail will be inspected by RPE with valid certificate
before use.
2.3.3 Aluminium Cladding Installation 2.3.3.1 Cast-in Embed
Refer to 2.3.1.1 2.3.3.2 Setting Out Refer to 2.3.1.2
2.3.3.3 Apply Water Proofing
Please refer to Appendix - Evercrete's Method Statement. And the
survey concrete surface to be carried out. And make good action by
MTC (if any) to the satisfactory of the consultant before
waterproofing.
2.3.3.4 Aluminium Cladding Installation
a. Carry out remedial works to cast-in embed where necessary. b.
Apply waterproofing onto concrete surface before any fixing of
brackets. No installation should proceed without inspection by
MTC.
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c. Fix S/S brackets to pre-cast channel by bolts and nuts or
welding. d. Set the brackets in accurate in and out position and
tightening the
anchor bolts. e. Torque checking to ensure the sufficient
strengthening of bolts (as per
ITP plan). f. Adjust the vertical plumbing, alignment and
leveling for the hook on
brackets in accordance with setting out line and approved shop
drawings.
g. Hoist and install aluminium cladding panels. h. Apply
caulking sealant to joints where applicable as shown in
approved shop drawings. i. Final cleaning to be carried out upon
instruction received.
2.3.4 GRC Cladding Installation
a. Cast-in Embed l These permanent GRC cast-in-embeds are to be
supplied by the
specialist GRC supplier to the MTC for installation in
accordance with the approved layout shop drawings and required
delivery schedule.
l These installed cast-in-embeds will be inspected against the
correct location jointly by GRC supplier and MTC prior to
concreting, in accordance with the GRC suppliers approved shop
drawings.
l Survey and re-inspect cast-in-embeds after removal of form
work by the GRC supplier.
l Should any embeds be found cast with excessive tolerances, the
GRC supplier should submit remedial method statement and must be
approved by MTC/ Consultant Team prior to commencement of remedial
works by MTC.
l The curtain wall and aluminium cladding sub-contractor to
commence water proofing works to concrete surface.
b. Setting Out
Refer to 2.3.1.2
c. Apply Water Proofing
Please refer to Appendix - Evercrete's Method Statement. And the
survey concrete surface to be carried out. And make good action by
MTC (if any) to the satisfactory of the consultant before
waterproofing.
d. Mobilization:
- GRC panels will be hoisted up from Ground Level to podium roof
by means of the 280 Ton jib crane (by others) situated at
South-East corner of the building.
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- Once landed on podium, the GRC panel will then be hoisted by
Roof tower crane to the roof level.
- Once landed on tower Roof, the Roof tower crane will help to
distribute the panel to the appropriate location.
- All GRC will be installed by using of Tower Crane from
interior of the parapet wall to the exterior of parapet wall, and
drop down for installation.
e. Installation procedure:
l Inspect water proofing on concrete surface. l Install fully
pre-assembled steel sub frame and bracket in correct
position by using the monorail on top of roof parapet. l Torque
checking to ensure the sufficient strengthening of bolts (as
per
ITP plan. l To remove the monorail tracks prior for GRC
installation. l Install GRC panels by means of Tower Crane with
workers working on
gondola in zig-zac side set arrangement. l Banksman will
co-ordinate with tower crane operator during
installation.
2.4 Location
The curtain wall, aluminium cladding and GRC cladding
installation will be carry throughout the whole external faade of
the Hotel building from L36 to R/F.
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3. RESOURCE REQUIRED
3.1 Personnel
a. Deputy Project Director (one no.) He will overall monitor and
responsible for the project.
b. Project Manager (one no.)
He will overall monitor the project for the progress as well as
site safety.
c. Assistant Project Manager (one no.)
He will assist project manger to monitor site progress as well
as site safety.
d. Designer Engineer (one no.)
He will be responsible for the design of the monorail to comply
with all requirement.
e. Site Manger (one no.)
He will overall monitor the site team members for the execution
of site work.
f. QA Officer (one no.)
He will responsible to ensure all the quality of the site works
including installation and materials to match with the required
standard.
g. Safety Supervisor (three nos.) He will be responsible for
site safety to ensure all working procedures are in a safe working
environment.
h. Surveyor (three teams three nos./team)
They will layout all required reference lines for the
installation of monorail system prior work commencement.
i. Supervisor (three nos.)
They will be responsible for site work execution and ensure all
works are properly done according to approved shop drawing.
j. Logistic Supervisor (one no.)
He will be fully responsible for all materials transportation
either from factory/supplier to off-site storage or from off-site
storage to site.
k. Storekeeper (one no.) He will be fully responsible for all
materials and equipments/tools stored at site store house.
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l. Banksman (eight nos.)
They will be fully responsible for the co-ordinations with Tower
Crane operator and other lifting appliances operator for material
hoisting, loading and unloading.
m. Rigger (five teams 6 nos./team)
They will be fully responsible and co-ordinate with banksman for
the hoisting, loading and unloading of all materials.
n. Ganger (five teams 2 nos./team)
He will be the team leader of installers team to lead their team
members to install the works according to approved shop
drawing.
o. Installer (five teams 4 nos./team) They will install the
following works according to approved shop drawing.
p. Waterproofing Applicator (four teams 2 nos./team) They will
carry out the waterproofing works to external wall.
q. Electrician (two nos.) They will carry out all the
installation, frequent checking and maintenance of electrical
equipments.
r. Caulker (six teams 2 nos./team)
They will carry out all the sealant application works.
s. General Labour (five teams 4 nos./team) They will carry out
all the miscellaneous works on site such as housekeeping,
distribution of parts, protection to installed faade, safety
facilities set up and etc.
3.2 Plant
a. Tower Crane (provided by Major Trade Contractor) b. 280 Ton
jib crane (by others) c. Double Track Monorail System on top of
roof parapet d. Electric Chain Hoist: SWL 1.0 MT 16 sets e.
Temporary Gondola 36 sets f. Lorry Crane (Inland Transportation) 2
lorries.
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3.3 Materials
All materials to be used will be clearly stated in our approved
shop drawing.
3.4 Specialist Services
Not applicable for this Method Statement.
3.5 Supervision
a. Our site manger will carry out a briefing to all team members
to explain all working procedures as well as site safety prior to
work commencement.
b. Our supervisor will full time supervise the work to ensure
all works are done according to approved shop drawing.
c. Our Safety Supervisor will check the work at the following
stages: i) Stage 1 before work commencement
l To ensure all workers are equipped with proper personal
protective equipments.
l To ensure the workplace is in a safe working environment with
proper access.
l To ensure all scaffolding and loading platform to be obtained
with valid certificate.
l To ensure all lifting appliances and gears are in a safe order
with valid certificate.
ii) Stage 2 during working l To check all workers are wearing
proper personal protective
equipments. l To check all workers are working in a safe
manner.
iii) Stage 3 after work completion l To ensure all debris are
clear off. l No oil / grease remained in the workplace. l No fire
source left on the workplace.
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4. ASSESSMENT OF SIGNIFICANT RISKS
Our Assistant Project Manager and Site Manager together with our
Safety Supervisor will carry out risk assessment to identify the
effective procedures and practices and the possible situations
where the plant or associated systems of work may pose hazards.
Risk assessment will be recorded with detailed precautions. It
should be used to formulate clear instructions for all persons
involved. Foreseeable hazardous operations associated with this
project are summarized as follows: 4.1 Access/Egress
l All access/egress to be kept clear without any obstructions. l
Report to Major Trade Contractor for any obstructions/unsafe
condition in
main road access. l To ensure a proper access to allow workers
to get in/out from working
platform and scaffolding. l To frequent check all access/egress
to be maintained in a clear access free
from obstruction. 4.2 Place of Work
l All work areas must be kept clean and orderly. Rubbish,
debris, waste and useless material constitute a fire hazard, as
well as a potential tripping hazard on the job, and must be removed
from work areas as fast as they accumulate. Areas for temporary
accumulation to be provided by Major Trade Contractor for dumping
of debris.
l All work areas must be kept clean and free from loose material
and trash. Storage and stacking areas must be kept in an orderly
condition to allow safe access to the materials. Access road to
site office and site store must be kept clear and clean.
l Stacking of materials shall be properly arranged and not
placed at access and egress.
l All management and supervisory personnel are required to carry
out continual health and safety surveillance and take immediate
steps to remedy defects or unsafe practices they observed.
4.3 Others at Risk
l To establish a scheme for precaution for working or work
suspension during
Tropical Cyclones and Heavy Rainstorm. l To notify and monitor
all visitors including driver & labour of material
transportation to wear proper personal protective equipments. l
To notify and monitor all drivers of all vehicles will be in
possession of a
valid license for the class of vehicle they drive.
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4.4 Competence for Key Activities
All competent person and workers to be recorded in a List of
Competence of Work as per Major Trade Contractors standard form and
be submitted to Major Trade Contractor for Record. The List shall
include the following works; l Safety Supervisor l Scaffolding
erection and dismantle l Welding Works l Gondola regular inspection
l Fork Lift Driver License l Abrasive wheel l Cartridge operation l
Test Laboratory for Weld Test/Embed Test l RPE for checking of
Lifting Appliances and Gears
4.5 Dangerous Goods, Noise, Manual Handling, etc.
Netfortune will establish and maintain procedures designed to
control risks arising from handling, storage, use and disposal of
substances hazardous to health The procedures will be based on a
requirement contained in the respective procurement process for
every supplier of a hazardous substance to provide the relevant
substance hazard information Netfortune will supervise and monitor
the implementation of the procedures which will include, but may
not be limited to:
l establishing an inventory of all hazardous substance. l
maintaining a file of relevant supplier hazard data information. l
carrying out an assessment of the proposed handling, storage and
use of the
hazardous substance and completion of an assessment report
detailing the hazards and any necessary precautions.
l ensuring that personnel exposed to hazardous substances are
provided with written safety and health instructions, training
where appropriate, and observe the precautions therein.
4.6 Environmental Impacts
l All work areas must be kept clean and orderly. l To keep the
work place free from oil/grease. l To ensure workers to wear ear
protector for drilling, hacking and etc that
works would cause noise exposure. l Apply permit to work for any
works carried out at night.
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5. CONTROL MEASURES TO BE USED
5.1 Emergency Arrangements
l The Company will follow the Major Trade Contractors emergency
procedures and participate in drills for emergency situations,
including rescue operations. The foreseeable emergencies would
include, but may not be limited to fire, persons falling from
height, falling object onto persons, persons injured and/or
stranded aloft.
l The Companys Site Safety Supervisor shall be also act as
emergency coordinator and shall keep close contact to Major Trade
Contractors appointed Emergency Coordinator.
l In case of emergency on site such as fire, flooding or
collapse of equipment plant, all employees at the workplace shall
stop the work immediately and inform our Site Safety Supervisor or
directly report to the Major Trade Contractors Emergency
Coordinator and follow their arrangements and instructions. In the
meantime our Site Safety Supervisor will also report to our Project
Manager for details of the emergency incident.
l Incident Report will be prepared by our Project Manager with
assist of Site Safety Supervisor and be submitted to Major Trade
Contractor within 24 hours.
l Our Project Manager should debrief the site personnel and
instruct how to prevent the similar recurrence.
5.2 Security
l All security services/facilities to be provided by
Construction Manager /
Major Trade Contractor to maintain a clean and ordered site
condition. l To follow all in-house rules established by
Construction Manager / Major
Trade Contractor.
5.3 Third Party Liaison
All sorts of communication including work instruction and
documents will be sent / received through Major Trade Contractor
and Major Trade Contractor will further distribute / collect to the
associated parties. All co-ordination with other trades will be
arranged by Major Trade Contractor for all interfaced works. Attend
all required meetings with appropriate persons held by Major Trade
Contractor. Both Netfortune, Major Trade Contractor and associated
parties should keep a fast and close communication to reflect /
report all the site conditions such as unsafe working condition,
incidents or accidents to maintain a safe working environment.
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5.4 Work Instructions and Field Controls
Work instruction and field control briefing will be carried out
to all team leaders by our Site Manager to explain all the working
procedures, installation method, precautions during working and
associated site safety prior to work commencement. The briefing
shall be included for all sequence of work, document / permit
required, special training for particular work, plant &
machineries to be used, any dangerous substances involved, key
environment control, significant health & safety hazard and
controls. This briefing shall be acknowledged by all team leaders
to realize the actual site condition and working process as well as
site safety in order to ensure all works to be carried out in a
smooth and safe condition.
5.5 Permits
The followings shall be obtained permit from Major Trade
Contractor / Construction Manager according to their rules: l All
welding / gas cutting works l Working at night l All vehicles in /
out of the site l Material in / out of the site l All persons in /
out of the site
5.6 Personal Protective Equipments
Adequate supplies of suitable PPE will be maintained by the
Company and his Sub-Contractors, who will each ensure that the
appropriate PPE is issued to and used by their respective project
personnel and authorized visitors. The provision of PPE will be in
accordance with the relevant statutory requirements contained
within, but not necessarily limited to: -
* The Factories and Industrial Undertakings Regulations * The
Factories and Industrial Undertakings (Confined Spaces) Regulations
* The Factories and Industrial Undertakings (Protection of Eyes)
Regulations * The Construction Sites (Safety) Regulations * The
Noise Control Ordinance * Charters of Construction Safety and
Hygiene
Where reasonably practicable, consideration will be given to the
individuals preference on the selection of P.P.E. including its
comfort factor. The Company and each of his Sub Contractors will
establish suitable procedures to record the issue of each item of
PPE to an individual. Every person, including visitors, issued with
an item of PPE will be required to sign a receipt, a copy of which
will be retained in a dedicated file by the Company.
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The Company will provide secure, adequate and sanitary
facilities for the storage of PPE both before and after issue to
their respective personnel. All personnel will be informed at the
time of issue, of the need to maintain the equipment properly and
hygienically and to immediately report any defect or damage of the
PPE. They will also be provided with instruction on the proper use
and maintenance of the equipment where appropriate. Depending on
the work activity of each Sub Contractor and their respective
personnel, the types of PPE that will require to be issued on the
project will include but may not be limited to: - Safety helmets:
With the exception of site office compounds, the whole site
is regarded as a hard hat area and the wearing of helmets is
therefore mandatory. All helmets will comply with British Standard
BS 5240 or an equivalent Hong Kong standard acceptable to the
Factory Inspectorate. Where personnel are exposed to windy
conditions their helmets will be fitted with chin straps.
Safety belts: All personnel working at height where it is
impracticable to
provide a working platform will wear a full body harness,
secured to an adequate anchor point by a suitable lanyard. Safety
harnesses will be manufactured and tested in accordance with
British Standard BS 1397 or an equivalent Hong Kong standard
acceptable to the Factory Inspectorate. Lanyards manufactured and
tested in accordance with the foregoing standards will be used in
conjunction with the body harnesses specified above. When connected
directly to a static anchor point a lanyard of up to but no longer
than 2 meters may be used. When connected to inertia reel block or
running line a lanyard of up to but no longer than 0.6 meters may
be used Inertia reel blocks may be used in combination with a body
harness and 0.6 meter long lanyard. If an inertia reel block is to
be used it will be securely fixed to a suitable anchor point. Where
fall arrest equipment is issued, its use, examination, maintenance
and replacement will be in accordance with the manufacturers
recommendations. Personnel issued with such equipment will inspect
it daily to ensure its continued serviceability and report any
defects immediately to their supervisor. The equipment will be
examined by a competent person at intervals specified by the
manufacturer. A record
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of such examinations will be made and kept in a dedicated
file.
Protective Boots: All personnel in construction and works areas
will be
required to wear stout footwear, preferably with steel toecaps
and midsoles.
Gloves: All personnel will be provided with suitable
protective
gloves to prevent injury from handling sharp, abrasive, toxic or
other hazardous materials of substances.
Reflective Waistcoats: All personnel will be provided with high
visibility reflective
waistcoats, vests or belt for the importance that they are
easily seen while working beside the roads. Each holder to ensure
their continued high visibility will regularly clean the
waistcoats.
Every person issued with PPE is initially responsible for using
& maintaining the equipment and inspecting it regularly to
ensure that it remains fit for its intended use. The Company will
also ensure that his sub-contractors regularly monitor the use and
condition of PPE issued to project personnel. The failure of any
individual to use the PPE provided as directed by their employer is
subject to disciplinary action, which may result in the offenders
dismissal from the site.
5.7 Specialist Training
Not applicable for this Method Statement.
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6. PROVISION OF INFORMATION
6.1 Changes to Information
All changes of information to be received will be recorded in
1st priority and be filed & registered in an independent file.
Such kind of information will be distribute to all concerned team
leaders and QA personnel at once to ensure all the information they
kept to be up-to-date. A meeting / discussion will be held as soon
as possible to review the change of information and be explained by
our Project Manager / Assistant Manager to ensure all team leaders
and QA personnel are fully understand the contents of change. The
relevant information of changing will immediately inform to MTC and
get approval of relevant parties involved.
6.2 Confirmation of Emergency Arrangements/Drills
Any emergency arrangement / drills received from Major Trade
Contractor will be recorded at once. Our Site Manager will directly
inform all team leaders for such arrangement during daily briefing
and instruct all team members to participate the arrangement on
time and that arrangement will also be announced in our site notice
board to recall all team members.
6.3 Employee and Third Party Briefings
Any particular briefing held by third party will be announced by
our Site Manager to all team leaders during daily briefing and be
recorded in our site notice board to recall all team members to
participate the briefing on time.
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7. VERIFICATION RECORDS
7.1 Initial Records Requirements
The following records will be classified in independent file for
future checking and submission: l Request for Inspection l Site
Test Reports l Mill Certificates l Material Delivery Notes l
Welders Certificate l Approved Shop Drawing l Approved Changing
Record of Shop Drawing l Approved Revise Method Statement.
7.2 Records to be Taken During Construction
Inspection Checklist (Appendix). 7.3 Completion Certificate
Package
The following certificate will be submitted in package after
work completion: l Site Test Reports l Mill Certificates l Welders
Certificate l As-Build Shop Drawing l Gondola Certificate l
Monorail Test Report l Hoisting Machine Certificate l Pull Out Test
Report l Water Test Report
7.4 Filing Arrangements
a. All documents will be classified and be kept in different
files. b. Originals will be sent back to our main office for master
filing. c. Project documentation and records shall be maintained
until the completion of
the project.
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8. APPENDICES
8.1 Hazard Identification Sheet
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Project : Work Package :
J3039 Venetian Macau in Cotai, Macau 3110 Hotel Curtain
Wall/Glazing & Aluminium Cladding And GRC Cladding Installation
Analysis by : Yeung Ka Wah / Ricky Ip
Item Job Task People Affected Hazard Cause of Hazard Worst Harm
Due to Hazard Existing Control Measures Remark
Injury caused by manual handling
Improper Manual handling Method
Back and Hand injury
- Keep the working area tidy - Working with proper manual
lifting method - Wears appropriate PPE e.g. safety shoes -
Supervision frequently
1 Loading, unloading and distribution of materials
Rigger, Labourer
Falling objects due to lifting failure
Improper Lifting method
Fatality - Ensure loading platforms are examined by RPE
- Ensure all LA & LG are examined by RPE - Inspection of the
lifting chain and sling are
free of patent defect before commencing of work
- Assign qualified operator and banksman and use walkie-talkie
for communication.
Fall from height while working on formwork platform
Working at height Fatality - Ensure the formwork platform is
examined by RPE
- Wear safety harness and ensure safety belt to be securely
fixed to anchorage point
Fall from height while working on gondola
Working at height Fatality - Ensure the monorail system and
gondola are examined by RPE
- Regular inspection of gondola by competent person with valid
certificate
- Only competent workers can be worked on gondola
- Wears appropriate PPE and ensure the fall-arrest safety device
to be properly used
- Specific training, tool box talk
2 Cast-in embed checking Surveyor
Falling objects from platform/gondola
Working at height Fatality - All handy tools to have safety loop
and tied to workers hand/firm support during operation
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Item Job Task People Affected Hazard Cause of Hazard Worst Harm
Due to Hazard Existing Control Measures Remark
Fall from height while working near floor edge
Working at height Fatality - Provide proper platform with
adequate guard-rail
- Wear safety harness and ensure safety belt to be securely
fixed to anchorage point
Fall from height while working on gondola
Working at height Fatality - Ensure the monorail system and
gondola are examined by RPE
- Regular inspection of gondola by competent person with valid
certificate
- Only competent workers can be worked on gondola
- Wears appropriate PPE and ensure the fall-arrest safety device
to be properly used
- Specific training, tool box talk
3 To layout reference lines and level datum for setting out
Surveyor
Falling objects from gondola
Working at height Fatality - All handy tools to have safety loop
and tied to workers hand/firm support during operation
Fall from height while working on gondola
Working at height Fatality - Ensure the monorail system and
gondola are examined by RPE
- Regular inspection of gondola by competent person with valid
certificate
- Only competent workers can be worked on gondola
- Wears appropriate PPE and ensure the fall-arrest safety device
to be properly used
- Specific training, tool box talk
4 External works for application of waterproofing, external
flashing fixing, fire insulation fixing, final cleaning, water
testing, bracket & sub-frame installation
Applicator, Installer, Caulker
Falling objects from gondola
Working at height Fatality - All handy tools to have safety loop
and tied to workers hand/firm support during operation
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Item Job Task People Affected Hazard Cause of Hazard Worst Harm
Due to Hazard Existing Control Measures Remark
Falling objects due to lifting failure
Improper Lifting method
Fatality - Ensure the loading platform, monorail system and
chain hoist are examined by RPE
- Ensure all LA & LG are examined by RPE - Inspection of the
lifting chain and sling are
free of patent defect before commencing of work
- Only trained workers can operate the chain hoist
- Specific training, tool box talk - Supervision frequently
Fall from height while working near floor edge
Working at height Fatality - Wear safety harness and ensure
safety belt to be securely fixed to anchorage point
5 Curtain wall installation Installer. Rigger, Labourer
Falling objects while working near floor edge
Working at height Fatality - All handy tools to have safety loop
and tied to workers hand/firm support during operation
6 Internal works for thermal and acoustic insulation
installation
Installer, Labourer Fall from height while working on working
platform
Working at height Fatality - Ensure the working platform is
erected by competent worker and be inspected by competent person
with valid certificate
- Regular inspection of working platform by competent person
- Wear safety harness and ensure safety belt to be securely
fixed to anchorage point
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Item Job Task People Affected Hazard Cause of Hazard Worst Harm
Due to Hazard Existing Control Measures Remark
Falling objects due to lifting failure
Improper Lifting method
Fatality - Ensure the loading platform, monorail system and
chain hoist are examined by RPE
- Ensure all LA & LG are examined by RPE - Inspection of the
lifting chain and sling are
free of patent defect before commencing of work
- Only trained workers can operate the chain hoist
- Specific training, tool box talk - Supervision frequently
Fall from height while working on gondola
Working at height Fatality - Ensure the monorail system and
gondola are examined by RPE
- Regular inspection of gondola by competent person with valid
certificate
- Only competent workers can be worked on gondola
- Wears appropriate PPE and ensure the fall-arrest safety device
to be properly used
- Specific training, tool box talk
7 Aluminium and GRC Cladding Installation
Installer. Rigger, Caulker, Labourer
Falling objects from gondola
Working at height Fatality - All handy tools to have safety loop
and tied to workers hand/firm support during operation
8 All works All workers Heat stress (Summer time)
Overheat of worker Harmful to hearing - Considering worker's age
and health - Drinking water provide
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8. APPENDICES
8.2 Risk Assessment
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Activity : Curtain Wall, Aluminium Cladding And GRC Cladding
Installation for L36 ~ Roof Page 1 of 4
Project : Work Package :
J3039 Venetian Macau in Cotai, Macau 2120/3110 Hotel Curtain
Wall/Glazing & Aluminium Cladding And GRC Cladding Installation
Analysis by : Yeung Ka Wah / Ricky Ip
Rating of Harm Item Risk Control Measures Probability1
Consequences2
Risk Level3 Recommended Action Remark
Injury caused by manual handling
- Keep the working area tidy - Working with proper manual
lifting method - Wears appropriate PPE e.g. safety shoes -
Supervision frequently
3 3 9 (Yellow) Regular inspection 1
Falling objects due to lifting failure
- Ensure loading platforms are examined by RPE - Ensure all LA
& LG are examined by RPE - Inspection of the lifting chain and
sling are free of
patent defect before commencing of work - Assign qualified
operator and banksman and use
walkie-talkie for communication.
3 3 9 (Yellow) Provide specific training and close
supervision
Fall from height while working on formwork platform
- Ensure the formwork platform is examined by RPE - Wear safety
harness and ensure safety belt to be
securely fixed to anchorage point
2 3 6 (Yellow) Provide tool box talk
Fall from height while working on gondola
- Ensure the monorail system and gondola are examined by RPE
- Regular inspection of gondola by competent person with valid
certificate
- Only competent workers can be worked on gondola
- Wears appropriate PPE and ensure the fall-arrest safety device
to be properly used
- Specific training, tool box talk
2 3 6 (Yellow) Provide specific training
2
Falling objects from platform/gondola
- All handy tools to have safety loop and tied to workers
hand/firm support during operation
2 3 6 (Yellow) Provide specific training
Note: 1. Probability or Likelihood Rating: Almost Certain (5)
Probable (4) Possible (3) Remote (2) Impossible (1)
2. Consequence Rating: Very High (5) High (4) Medium (3) Low (2)
Very Low (1) 3. Risk Level: (RED) (ORANGE) (YELLOW) (GREEN)
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Rating of Harm Item Risk Control Measures Probability1
Consequences2
Risk Level3 Recommended Action Remark
Fall from height while working near floor edge
- Provide proper platform with adequate guard-rail
- Wear safety harness and ensure safety belt to be securely
fixed to anchorage point
2 3 6 (Yellow) Provide tool box talk
Fall from height while working on gondola
- Ensure the monorail system and gondola are examined by RPE
- Regular inspection of gondola by competent person with valid
certificate
- Only competent workers can be worked on gondola
- Wears appropriate PPE and ensure the fall-arrest safety device
to be properly used
- Specific training, tool box talk
2 3 6 (Yellow) Provide specific training
3
Falling objects from gondola
- All handy tools to have safety loop and tied to workers
hand/firm support during operation
2 3 6 (Yellow) Provide specific training
Fall from height while working on gondola
- Ensure the monorail system and gondola are examined by RPE
- Regular inspection of gondola by competent person with valid
certificate
- Only competent workers can be worked on gondola
- Wears appropriate PPE and ensure the fall-arrest safety device
to be properly used
- Specific training, tool box talk
2 3 6 (Yellow) Provide specific training 4
Falling objects from gondola
- All handy tools to have safety loop and tied to workers
hand/firm support during operation
2 3 6 (Yellow) Provide specific training
Note: 1. Probability or Likelihood Rating: Almost Certain (5)
Probable (4) Possible (3) Remote (2) Impossible (1)
2. Consequence Rating: Very High (5) High (4) Medium (3) Low (2)
Very Low (1) 3. Risk Level: (RED) (ORANGE) (YELLOW) (GREEN)
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Rating of Harm Item Risk Control Measures Probability1
Consequences2
Risk Level3 Recommended Action Remark
Falling objects due to lifting failure
- Ensure the loading platform, monorail system and chain hoist
are examined by RPE
- Ensure all LA & LG are examined by RPE
- Inspection of the lifting chain and sling are free of patent
defect before commencing of work
- Only trained workers can operate the chain hoist
- Specific training, tool box talk - Supervision frequently
2 3 6 (Yellow) Provide training and close supervision
Fall from height while working near floor edge
- Wear safety harness and ensure safety belt to be securely
fixed to anchorage point
2 3 6 (Yellow) Provide tool box talk
5
Falling objects while working near floor edge
- All handy tools to have safety loop and tied to workers
hand/firm support during operation
2 3 6 (Yellow) Provide tool box talk
6 Fall from height while working on working platform
- Ensure the working platform is erected by competent worker and
be inspected by competent person with valid certificate
- Regular inspection of working platform by competent person
- Wear safety harness and ensure safety belt to be securely
fixed to anchorage point
2 3 6 (Yellow) Provide tool box talk
Note: 1. Probability or Likelihood Rating: Almost Certain (5)
Probable (4) Possible (3) Remote (2) Impossible (1)
2. Consequence Rating: Very High (5) High (4) Medium (3) Low (2)
Very Low (1) 3. Risk Level: (RED) (ORANGE) (YELLOW) (GREEN)
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Rating of Harm Item Risk Control Measures Probability1
Consequences2
Risk Level3 Recommended Action Remark
Falling objects due to lifting failure
- Ensure the loading platform, monorail system and chain hoist
are examined by RPE
- Ensure all LA & LG are examined by RPE
- Inspection of the lifting chain and sling are free of patent
defect before commencing of work
- Only trained workers can operate the chain hoist
- Specific training, tool box talk - Supervision frequently
3 3 9 (Yellow) Regular inspection
Fall from height while working on gondola
- Ensure the monorail system and gondola are examined by RPE
- Regular inspection of gondola by competent person with valid
certificate
- Only competent workers can be worked on gondola
- Wears appropriate PPE and ensure the fall-arrest safety device
to be properly used
- Specific training, tool box talk
2 3 6 (Yellow) Provide specific training
7
Falling objects from gondola
- All handy tools to have safety loop and tied to workers
hand/firm support during operation
2 3 6 (Yellow) Provide specific training
8 Heat stress (Summer time)
- Considering worker's age and health - Drinking water
provide
2 2 4 (Green) Provide tool box talk
Note: 1. Probability or Likelihood Rating: Almost Certain (5)
Probable (4) Possible (3) Remote (2) Impossible (1)
2. Consequence Rating: Very High (5) High (4) Medium (3) Low (2)
Very Low (1) 3. Risk Level: (RED) (ORANGE) (YELLOW) (GREEN)
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8. APPENDICES
8.3 Sketches
A. Sketch No. 29 GRC Cladding Installation (Stage 1)
B. Sketch No. 30 GRC Cladding Installation (Stage 2)
C. Sketch No. 31 GRC Cladding Installation (Stage 2) Zig-zac
Side Set Gondola
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SKETCH 29Venetian Hotel in Cotai, Macau
GRC Cladding Installation at L36 ~ R/F (Stage 1)
Workage Package : 2120/3110 Curtain Wall, Aluminium Cladding
& GRC Cladding Installation
Roof
L39
L38
L37
L36
Support Frame
Roof Parapet Wall
Bearing Wall
(with Two Tracks)
GRC Bracket Installation
Track for Chain HoistTrack for Gondola
Installed Curtain Wall
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SKETCH 30Venetian Hotel in Cotai, Macau
GRC Cladding Installation at L36 ~ R/F (Stage 2)
Workage Package : 2120/3110 Curtain Wall, Aluminium Cladding
& GRC Cladding Installation
Roof
L39
L38
L37
L36
GRC Panel to be Installed by Tower Crane
Support Frame
GRC
Col
umn
Roof Parapet Wall
Wire Sling connected to Tower Crane
Bearing Wall
Gondola Wire
Zig-zac Side Set Gondola
(Tracks Removed)
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SKETCH 31Venetian Hotel in Cotai, Macau
GRC Cladding Installation at L36 ~ R/F (Stage 2)
Workage Package : 2120/3110 Curtain Wall, Aluminium Cladding
& GRC Cladding Installation
GRC
Col
umn
unde
r Ins
talla
tion
Support FrameRoof Parapet Wall
Zig-zac Side Set Gondola
Temporary Gondola
Temporary Gondola
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8. APPENDICES
8.4 Evercrete Method Statement for Waterproofing Application