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METHOD STATEMENT FOR BLOCK MASONARY

PROJECT : (Replace with the project’s name, at location , city name)

CLIENT : (Replace with the client’s name)

MASTER DEVELOPER : (Replace with the master developer’s name)

PMC : (Replace with the PMC’s name)

LEAD CONSULTANT : (Replace with the lead consultant’s name)

SUB-CONSULTANT : (Replace with the sub-consultant’s name)

MAIN CONTRACTOR : (Replace with the main contractor’s name)

SUB-CONTRACTOR : (Replace with the sub-contractor’s name)

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
1. REVISION RECORD ............................................................................................................................. 4
2. PURPOSE ............................................................................................................................................. 5
3. SCOPE OF WORKS ............................................................................................................................. 5
4. SEQUENCE OF WORK ........................................................................................................................ 5
5. REFERENCES ...................................................................................................................................... 5
5.1. Contract documents ....................................................................................................................... 5
5.2. Contractors Submittal .................................................................................................................... 5
6. DEFINITIONS / ABBREVIATIONS ....................................................................................................... 6
6.1. Definition ......................................................................................................................................... 6
6.2. Abbreviations .................................................................................................................................. 6
7. RESPONSIBILITIES ............................................................................................................................. 6
8. EQUIPMENTS/ TOOLS/ MANPOWER ................................................................................................. 7
8.1. Equipments / Tools ......................................................................................................................... 7
8.2. List of Manpower ............................................................................................................................ 7
8.3. List of Materials............................................................................................................................... 7
9. PROCEDURE ........................................................................................................................................ 7
9.1. Approval of the Mock up Sample .................................................................................................. 7
9.2. Preliminary ...................................................................................................................................... 7
9.3. Material Receiving & Testing ......................................................................................................... 7
9.4. Material storage .............................................................................................................................. 8
9.5. Axis and Grid Line References and setting out. .......................................................................... 8
9.6. Damp Proof Course (DPC) ............................................................................................................. 8
9.7. Mortar ............................................................................................................................................... 9
9.8. Concrete Masonry Blocks ............................................................................................................ 10
9.9. First block wall layer..................................................................................................................... 10
9.10. Succeeding block wall layers ...................................................................................................... 10
9.11. Block wall Partitioning ................................................................................................................. 10
9.12. Tolerances ..................................................................................................................................... 11
9.13. Block Accessories ........................................................................................................................ 11
9.14. Expansion Joints .......................................................................................................................... 13
9.15. Wall Openings, Restraint Posts and Lintels ............................................................................... 13
9.16. Bonding columns.......................................................................................................................... 14
9.17. Bonding beams ............................................................................................................................. 15
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9.18. Curing ............................................................................................................................................ 15

9.19. Cleaning ......................................................................................................................................... 15
9.20. Chasing for MEP services ............................................................................................................ 15
9.21. Storage and protection................................................................................................................. 16
10. HEALTH, SAFETY AND ENVIRONMENT .......................................................................................... 16
11. ATTACHMENTS ................................................................................................................................. 17
11.1. Inspection Checklists ................................................................................................................... 17
11.2. Inspection Test Plan ..................................................................................................................... 17
11.3. Risk Assessment .......................................................................................................................... 17
11.4. Technical Data sheet (TDS) .......................................................................................................... 17

TABLE OF FIGURES
Figure 1: First layer .................................................................................................................................................. 9
Figure 2: DPC at corner and lapping’s ..................................................................................................................... 9
Figure 3 : Solid masonry block work with holdfast and mesh for external areas .................................................... 11
Figure 4: Hollow masonry block work with holdfast and mesh for internal areas. .................................................. 12
Figure 5 : Junction of block and slab soffit ............................................................................................................. 12
Figure 6: Junction of block and slab soffit-Detail-A ................................................................................................ 13
Figure 7 : Junction of Slab and RCC restrain post. ................................................................................................ 15
Figure 8: Chasing in block work ............................................................................................................................. 16
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1. REVISION RECORD
This page is a record of all revisions of the document identified below by number and title. All previous revisions
are hereby superseded and are to be destroyed.
Rev Date By Chkd. Approved Description of Revisions

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2. PURPOSE
The purpose of this method statement is to define the procedure for the sequence of cement block masonry (Concrete
masonry unit, CMU) work considering all safety and quality requirements.

3. SCOPE OF WORKS
The scope of this method statement is construction, curing and repair of concrete masonry block wall, including forming
all architectural and electrical/ mechanical service openings in accordance with the contract drawings and specification.
This method statement does not cover Autoclaved Aerated Concrete block (AAC). A separate method statement shall
be submitted for AAC blocks.

4. SEQUENCE OF WORK
1. Complete De-shuttering of the slab above including removal of back prop if any
2. Cleaning of the slab of all debris,
3. Block work
4. MEP chasing for conduits and piping. Clearance form MEP
5. Repair of MEP chasing
6. Fixing of Plaster accessories
7. Plastering

5. REFERENCES
5.1. Contract documents
1. Project Specification :- Division 4, Section 042200
2. Contract Drawings :-

5.2. Contractors Submittal

3. Project Quality Plan :-
4. Project Safety Plan :-
5. Material approvals
Sr. No. Description Material Sub. No. Rev No. Date Remarks
1 Cement
2 Sand
3 Block work accessories
4 Plaster accessories
5 Bonding agent for Concrete surfaces
6 Plasticizer for cement mortar

6. Shop Drawings approvals

Sr. No. Description Shop Dwg. No. Rev No. Date Remarks
1
2
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6. DEFINITIONS / ABBREVIATIONS
6.1. Definition
1. Project -(Replace with project name)
2. Client -(Replace with clients name)
3. Developer -(Replace with developers name)
4. Consultant -(Replace with consultants name)
5. PMC -(Replace with PMC name)
6. Contractor -(Replace with contractors name)
7. Sub-contractor -(Replace with sub-contractors name)
8. Supplier -(Replace with suppliers name)
6.2. 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
7. RESPONSIBILITIES
1. The Construction Manager is overall responsible for the implementation of the method statement, to ensure that
the team of Engineers and foremen are aware of this MS and, to ensure that all resources (labour, material and
equipment) are available to carry out the work as planned.
2. The Project Engineer/ Site Engineer are responsible to carry out the work as per the approved MS. He is also
responsible to ensure adequate equipment for mobilization works are in place prior to the starting of work.
3. QA/QC Engineer is responsible to ensure work has been done as per the specification and drawings, inspections
are done as per Quality Control Procedure and the Inspection and Test plan, and all work are offered to
client/consultant for inspection.
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4. The Safety Engineer is responsible to ensure that all Safety precautions are in place, and that all personnel on site
are using the required Personal Protective Equipment (helmet, gloves, shoes, coveralls, etc.). He must also ensure
that all relevant permissions are available for the works.

8. EQUIPMENTS/ TOOLS/ MANPOWER

8.1. Equipments / Tools
1. Mechanical mixer machine 6. Wheel barrow
2. Chipping hammers 7. Fork Lift/ Trucks
3. Masonry tools 8. Plumb, Straight Edges and Water Level
4. Auto Levels & Total Station 9. Measuring Box
5. Cleaning tools 10. Nail Gun
8.2. List of Manpower
1. Project Manager 5. Site Engineer
2. Safety Engineer/ Officer 6. Skilled and unskilled labourers
3. Construction Manager 7. QA/ QC Engineer/ Inspector
4. Foremen / Work Supervisors
8.3. List of Materials
1. OP Cement
2. Filler Board
3. Damp Proof Course
4. Masonry Blocks
5. Joint Sealant Lokfix Anchoring Grout
6. Block Work Accessories.
7. Expanded Mesh:
8. Ties: LPS & LPSW
Quantity of manpower, materials and equipments shall be submitted on the daily progress report.

9. PROCEDURE
9.1. Approval of the Mock up Sample
1. A mock up shall be made for the Consultant’s approval. The mock up shall be approximately 12 sq. Once the
mock up is approved it shall be incorporated in the works but all rejected mock ups shall be removed. The quality
of all subsequent Block works shall match the approved mock up.

9.2. Preliminary
1. Before commencing masonry works, all relevant approved shop drawings shall be provided incorporating block wall
partitioning, the sizes and locations of architectural and electrical/ mechanical services openings.

9.3. Material Receiving & Testing

1. Upon receiving the material on site the Store Keeper shall inform the QA/QC Engineer and provide him with a copy
of the Delivery note. The QC Engineer shall inspect the delivery and if acceptable raise a “Material Inspection
Request” (MIR) for the received delivery.
2. The Consultant’s inspector shall inspect the delivery and if required block samples shall be taken for testing.
Section 04050 Item 2.2 page 04-11
a. Compressive Strength: 10 blocks shall be selected by the Consultant from each lot of 1,000units
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b. Dry Shrinkage, Water Absorption, and Apparent Density: 20 blocks shall be selected from lot size of
10,000units or less
c. For large Deliveries (All Tests):40 blocks shall be selected from lot size between 10,000 units of
100,000units
Or
d. 20 blocks shall be selected from each lot of 50,000units for deliveries greater than 100,000units.
3. Testing of Mortar: A set of six specimens shall be prepared for every 150 sq. of wall. The specimens shall be made
and stored according to the method given in BS 4551.
a. Testing of Samples: 1. at the end of seven days three of the mortar specimens shall be tested for strength
in accordance with BS 4551. Work may proceed if the 7 day strengths are in excess of those specified. In
the event of the 7 day sample failing to meet the strength requirements the Contractor may elect to
continue work at his own risk, while awaiting the results of the 28 day test. If the 28 day site samples fail to
meet the requirements, the Contractor shall take down and rebuild the work affected.
b. The required 7 and 28 days mean compressive mortar strength for 7 and 28 days shall not be less than
1.7 and 2.5 M/mm2 respectively.
4. The required 7 day strength shown above is for guidance only and is valid for Portland cement without any
additives.
5. Test results shall be submitted to the Consultant for approval.

9.4. Material storage

1. Cement and other cementitious material shall be stored in dry weather tight or completely covered.
2. Blocks should be stockpiled close to the erection area, in order to avoid or minimize cracks and irregularities arising
from unnecessary double handling.
3. Sand should be stored in the open however contamination from other impurities like soil etc. should be avoided.
4. All block accessories of metal should be stored in dry store and issued in quantities required for the day’s work.

9.5. Axis and Grid Line References and setting out.

1. Reference axis and grid lines shall be followed as per the block work shop drawing. The layout shall be checked in
accordance with the attached Inspection & Test Plan (ITP).
2. The surveyor has to set out the block wall on the substrate as per the approved layout shop drawings and
structural as-built drawings. Any discrepancies should be brought into the attention of engineer.

9.6. Damp Proof Course (DPC)

3. DPC shall consist of one layer bituminised fibre felt lapped at corners and joints and bedded in cement mortar
pointed at both sides (As shown below in Fig.1 &2). Mortar under the DPC shall be made with SRC. DPC shall be
used in all block work starting on top of the raft concrete. DPC shall be used on the ground floor but shall be
limited to the block work at the periphery of the buildings.
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Figure 1: First layer

Figure 2: DPC at corner and lapping’s

9.7. Mortar
1. The mortar shall be 1:5 ratio of cement to sand. All mixing shall be done using mechanical mixer. The mortar and
grout for block work shall be as per approved mix design. The mortar shall be volume batched using appropriate
sized gauge boxes at site and it shall be mixed by mechanical means. This means that boxes of 1.25 cubic foot
(1’ x 1’ x 1’3”) shall be provided to measure out the volume of sand added to the cement. So in the case of one
50kg bag of cement (1.25 cut.) three boxes of sand shall be mixed.
2. The mortar shall be transported to the building floor by either hoist or by crane bucket. A clean watertight bucket or
wheelbarrows shall be used for individual transporting of mortar mixture or grout.
3. The mortar shall be laid in a 15mm thick layer on concrete masonry blocks that have had their surfaces wetted.
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9.8. Concrete Masonry Blocks

1. Concrete Masonry Units in contact with the ground shall be solid sulphate resisting concrete blocks and sulphate
resistant cement shall be used for mortar.
2. All blocks not in contact with the soil will be hollow blocks of the thickness shown on the approved shop drawings
3. A horizontal levelling guide shall be made using plumb line tied between partition columns to start the first layer.
4. Scrabble all smooth surface areas in contact with the block wall (i.e. slab, column), Scrabbling can be done either
manually or using the scrabbling equipment, Remove all resulting debris.
5. The area of planned wall shall be wetted before starting with the first layer of mortar. All concrete blocks to be
used shall be wetted with fresh water before being used.

9.9. First block wall layer.

1. At ground floor level, damp-proof course on slab shall be provided for the perimeter external walls as per
manufacturer’s instructions.
2. Spread with mortar mix on the slab before laying the blocks; lay the first layer using the levelling plumb line guide
for proper erection. Use solid blocks for the first layer or grout cells.
3. The first block wall guide can be placed in the middle, or at both corners of the column and then spread with the
same mortar mix. In some cases, mortar mix may require an additional mix of water; use only clean water to avoid
unnecessary contamination of mixtures.
4. RIFA will be raised to the engineer for approval after the completion of the first block layer.

9.10. Succeeding block wall layers

1. Masonry units shall be laid in running bond pattern; masonry courses shall be maintain to uniform dimensions;
mortar joints for shall be uniform and shall not exceed 12mm for masonry blocks.
2. In external walls, joint reinforcement mesh shall be provided at every two courses of block wall with wall ties,
anchorage links located on both end of the connecting vertical stiffeners and ceiling wall ties (if required) for soffit of
beam or slab. Internal walls shall be anchored to concrete vertical elements using wall ties at alternate course of
block work.
3. Cutting of masonry units shall be carried out using proper tools / motor driven saw to provide straight, clean,
unchipped edges.
4. The faces of walls shall be kept clean and free from mortar droppings and splashes; do not shift or tap masonry
units after mortar has achieved initial set; where adjustment to be made, remove mortar and replace.
5. From time to time, check the horizontal and vertical alignment.
6. RCC elements adjacent to the block wall shall be well hacked using a chipping hammer to ensure good bond.
7. The mortar joints shall be pointed or raked.
8. In a day a maximum of six courses shall be laid.

9.11. Block wall Partitioning

1. Provide vertical stiffeners / concrete column post for external wall panels as shown in approved shop drawing.
2. To anchor the top and bottom starter bars, drill the required number of holes at least 10 cm in depth or as stated in
the drawings, clean the holes using compressed air to remove any loose particles and dust; position the starter
bars to the holes, grout them and keep undisturbed for a minimum of 24 hours.
3. After curing of grouting, install the fabricated reinforcement, prepare the formwork and cast the concrete.
4. Horizontal lintel type tie beams shall be provided at max. 3 m height as per reinforcement detail shown in drawing;
anchor the reinforcement following normal construction practice if required and follow the above mentioned
grouting procedure.
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5. Horizontal and vertical chasing for pipes, conduits, sleeves, electrical boxes and other items shall be done by saw
cutting as per the approved builders work drawing.

9.12. Tolerances
Tolerances of masonry construction shall be as per of specification 042200:
1. Tolerance on line Length up to and including 5m +/- 10mm
2. Length over 5m up to and including 10m +/- 15mm
3. Length over 10m +/- 20mm
4. Tolerance on height and level Height up to and including 3m +/- 5mm
5. Height over 3m up to and including 6m +/- 15mm
6. Height over 6m +/- 20mm
7. Tolerance on plumb of walls in any storey height +/- 15mm

9.13. Block Accessories

1. Approved expanded metal reinforcement (listed in section 6 page 4) shall be provided in two consecutive courses
above and below windows and above doors. This reinforcement shall extend at least 600mm past the opening.
Reinforcement shall be provided every second course of all external walls only.
2. For the block adjacent to door and window openings shall be filled to maintain clear, unobstructed vertical cell,
continuous to the concrete slab.
3. Hold fast reinforcement shall be fixed at every alternate course

Figure 3 : Solid masonry block work with holdfast and mesh for external areas
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Figure 4: Hollow masonry block work with holdfast and mesh for internal areas.

4. Approved compressible fibre board shall be fixed between the soffit and block work partitions.
5. Galvanized accessories shall be used for internal walls and stainless steel accessories for the external walls.
6. Fire sealant shall be provided all fire rated wall. Fire rated walls are marked out on Architectural floor plan shop
drawings.
7. For 100mm thick partitions
a. Option-1: For 100mm thick partitions LPSW ties shall be fixed to the soffit of the slab above the block wall
b. Option-2::300mm long 12mm Dia steel bars shall be fixed to the soffit of the slab above the block wall in
the following manner:
i. 50mm deep holes are drilled 1600mm apart.
ii. 300mm long 12mm diameter cold applied galvanization steel or 12mm diameter steel bars are
cut and coated with corrosion resistant cold zinc galvanized paint.
iii. When the block work reaches the last course of blocks, then the steel reinforcement shall be
fixed as shown in Fig.4 below:

Figure 5 : Junction of block and slab soffit

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Figure 6: Junction of block and slab soffit-Detail-A

9.14. Expansion Joints

1. A 20mm wide joint shall be provided at building expansion joint locations as indicated in approved shop drawings.

9.15. Wall Openings, Restraint Posts and Lintels

2. All Architectural and Electrical / Mechanical Services openings in the block walls shall be provided as per approved
shop drawings, during the course of block work construction.
3. In the case that block panels exceed 14m2 or wall height exceeding 3m provide 200mm x 200mm Restraint Post
with 4T12 and T8@200mm c/c steel reinforcement. Intermediate beams/ Bond beams shall have 2T12 on top and
2 T12 on bottom with T8@200mm stirrups.
4. R.C.C lintels shall be provided above openings as per drawing, with minimum 200 mm bearing at both ends.
Lintels may be pre-cast or cast in-situ.
5. Cast in place lintels shall be reinforced as per the following schedule:
B=Lintel Width B=10 B=15 B=20 Lintel
Depth
Clear Length Top Bottom Top Bottom Top Bottom
<200 1 T10 1 T14 2 T10 2 T12 2 T10 2 T12 20
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201-300 1 T10 1 T16 2 T10 2 T14 2 T10 2 T16 25

301-400 1 T10 1 T20 2 T10 2 T16 2 T10 2 T18 30
401-500 1 T10 1 T20 2 T10 2 T16 2 T10 2 T18 40
501-600 1 T10 1 T20 2 T10 2 T16 2 T10 2 T18 50
6. Steel for lintels and restraint posts shall be fixed using approved Lokfix S80 for vertical downward holes and Lokfix
P80 for horizontal and overhead holes.
7. Bed anchors of door or other frames in adjacent motor joints and grout minimum of one block cells adjacent to all
door jambs.

9.16. Bonding columns

1. Bonding column will be provided every 5 meters for internal wall and every 4 meters for external wall
2. Bonding column shall be 200mm x 200mm with 4T12 and T8@200mm c/c steel reinforcement.
3. To anchor the top and bottom starter bars, 1R20 bowel bar at least 10 cm in depth, clean the holes using
compressed air to remove any loose particles and dust; position the starter bar to the holes, grout the rebar and
keep undisturbed for a minimum of 24 hours.
4. Vertical reinforcement dowel bars shall be fixed into the slab by drilling and fixing by Lokfix anchor grout. The main
reinforcement shall be 4T12 with T8 rings at 150mm centre to centre. This reinforcement shall stop 30mm below
the soffit of the slab above.
5. A 350mm long dowel bar shall be fixed in the slab soffit using Lokfix anchoring grout. The dowel shall be cased in a
20mm diameter PVC sleeve to prevent bonding to the concrete.(See fig. 5. below)
6. Shutter shall be fixed and concrete shall be placed to a height of 300mm from the soffit of the slab above. The top
300mm of the post shall be cast in the second stage using a shutter window.
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Figure 7 : Junction of Slab and RCC restrain post.

9.17. Bonding beams

1. Intermediate bonding beam shall be provided for block panel higher than 3.6 m. (i.e. bonding beam shall be
provided only at the basement level)
2. Intermediate bonding beams shall have 2T12 on top and 2 T12 on bottom with T8@200mm stirrups.
3. RFIA will be raised to the Engineer to check the work before concreting of bonding columns and bonding beams.

9.18. Curing
4. Cover the masonry work with burlap and moist cure for at least 3 days.

9.19. Cleaning
5. Block work area shall be kept clean of mortar spills. At the end of the work shift the area shall be cleaned and
tidied.

9.20. Chasing for MEP services

1. Cutting of blocks manually shall comply with the site requirements and as per the required actual dimensions. Each
block is to be adjusted to its final position in the wall while the mortar is plastic. Any block which is moved after the
mortar has stiffened shall be removed and re-laid with fresh mortar.
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2. Location of MEP services has to be coordinated prior to start the masonry works. The Surveyor or MEP Personnel
will mark the location, elevation and size of MEP openings at the walls. The blocks will be cut according to the MEP
requirements and install the blocks as per standard lay-out for the block works or.
3. The MEP penetration on the block walls will be marked after the completion of the block walls and partitions. The
Surveyor and MEP Engineers will check the location, elevation and sizes of all MEP embedments at the walls or
partitions. Using Grinders and cutting disks, the walls will be cut and chip in accordance to the approved location,
sizes and elevation of all MEP penetration in the walls. Cutting of installed blocks will be minimized to avoid
excessive damage. After completion of MEP penetration, the walls will be repaired using cement and sand mortar
or other approved materials suitable to the actual site condition.
4. Chasing in block walls shall be done by marking and cutting using hand grinders. This means that MEP installation
locations shall be marked out on the blocks, by the MEP workers. Then using grinders, groves shall be cut along
the marked up lines. The remaining block shall be removed by chisels and hammer as shown below in Fig.3. No
direct hammering of the block work shall be allowed!

Figure 8: Chasing in block work

9.21. Storage and protection

1. Steel reinforcing bars shall be stored above the ground level.
2. Cementitious material shall be stored in dry weather tight or completely covered.
3. On delivery to site, blocks should be stockpiled close to the erection area, in order to avoid or minimize cracks and
irregularities arising from unnecessary double handling.

10. HEALTH, SAFETY AND ENVIRONMENT

1. Prior to commencement of activities ensure that all personal are safety inducted and aware of the nature
of work and the risk assessment.
2. Appropriate P.P.E. shall be provided, and the workforce shall be instructed to its use.
3. When walls reach heights of 1.60 meters approximately, provide appropriate scaffolding.
4. All scaffolding shall be inspected and approved by scaffolding supervisor / safety officer prior to use.
5. Avoid leaving any wall section more than one meter lower than another.
6. No concentrated loads shall be applied for newly constructed walls, until at least three days have
elapsed.
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11. ATTACHMENTS
11.1. Inspection Checklists
1. ICL No. 02-01 Setting Out.
2. ICL No. 02-02 Survey work.
3. ICL No. 04-01 Masonry.
11.2. Inspection Test Plan
4. ICL 09-03 Masonry Works
11.3. Risk Assessment
11.4. Technical Data sheet (TDS)