METHOD STATEMENT

FOR
SUSPENDED CEILING INSTALLATION

TABLE OF CONTENTS

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 1. SCOPE / PURPOSE

2. REFERENCE DOCUMENTS

3. RESPONSIBILITIES

4. TOOLS & EQUIPMENT

5. WORK SEQUENCES

6. INSPECTION TEST PLAN

7. CHECKLIST

8. SAFETY & RISK ASSESSMENT

1. SCOPE / PURPOSE

Explain the methodology for fixing suspended ceiling.

The purpose oof this method statement is to outline the general requirements and precautionary measure which
should be taken into consideration while fixing suspended ceiling for Commercial building for Mr.Abdiulla
Mohamed Khamis Almasykh Aljneibi at Sector Al Riyadh City 21 Plot C-19 Abu Dhabi, UAE

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2. REFERENCE DOCUMENTS

 Project specifications
 Material Approval
 Approved Shop Drawings
 Manufacture Requirements

3. RESPONSIBILITIES
3.1 Project Manager / Project Engineer

 Project Manager / Project Engineer are responsible for ensuring that the requirements of this work procedure
are properly implemented.
3.2 Site Superintendent (SS)
 Responsible for the implementation of the procedure including quality and safety requirements, supervising
and coordinating the manpower, material requisitions along with the tools and equipment’s required to the
application false ceiling works.
 Ensuring that the subcontractors shall perform quality control checks, initiate and signs off the relevant
checklist and ITR’s as define in the respective inspection and test plans (ITP’s).
 Handing over the completed and signed off ITP’s to the respective QA/QC Engineer /Inspector who shall
verify the contents of the ITR for completeness and assigns an ITR reference number and log in to the ITR
register.
 Material requisition in coordination to the Subcontractor’s Engineer on site.
 Monitoring of all construction activities associated with false ceiling works.

3.3 Safety Inspector (SI)

 The person who is capable of identifying existing and predictable hazards in the surroundings or working
conditions that are unsanitary, hazardous and dangerous to people king on site. This person has the authority
to prompt corrective measures to eliminate them. Oher responsibilities includes; identifying hazard,
conducting daily inspections, monitoring lifting activities and conducting safety inspections on activities
associated with false ceiling works.

3.4 Foreman

 The primary responsible for the direct supervision of works associated with false ceiling works and ensure that
the workers are aware of the requirements associated with activities related to the completion of false ceiling
works in coordination with the subcontractor’s general foreman on site.
 The Foreman id the responsible for quality control checks and signs off the respective checklist in accordance
with the applicable approved drawings and specifications, Method statements, work procedures and ITP’s
prior too informing the Project Engineer that an area can be offered for inspection to the QA/QC Engineer /
Inspector.

3.5 QA/QC Engineer /Inspector

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  Responsible for verifying the quality of workmanship if it conforms to the quality requirements in accordance
with the applicable drawings, specifications, method statements and ITP’s requirements.
4. Tools & Equipment

 Leveling Instruments
 Tool Box

 Drill Machine

 Shooting Gun

 Hand Tool

 Cutting Tool

5. WORK SEQUENCES

5.1 Agreement on Delivery Program

 The contractor shall carry out all necessary coordination with the Construction Manager and Project Manager
as per the program of work equipment.

5.2 Delivery, Storage and Handling

 Deliver material in original packages, bundles bearing brand name and identification of manufacturer’s on
supplier.
 Store material inside under cover and keep them dry and protected against damage from weather, direct
sunlight, surface contamination and others.
 All ceiling components to be in rigid creates to avoid damage. Wrapping shall protect items from highly
humidity prevalent in the Emirates. Bent for deformed materials shall be rejected. Acoustical panel shall have
package with each panel separated from the other by non-marking paper. Baked enameled members shall be
suitable wrapped and protected against damage. Scratched and discolored components shall be replaced with
new approved components.
 If materials are unwrapped to verify condition and found satisfactory, they shall be immediately repacked
until time of installation.

5.3 Mock-up
 Before installation of False Ceiling works, a mock-up of designated flat/areas will be constructed using all
approved materials and as per approved false ceiling drawing to demonstrate aesthetic effects and qualities of
material and workmanship.
 Architect will be notified 3 days in advance of the date and time when mock-up will be constructed.
 Architect approval will be obtained prior to start permanent works.
 Approved mock-up will be maintained in undisturbed condition during construction which shall serve as
standard for judging the complete work.

5.4 Engineering, Preparation and General Process

 Prior to commencing frameworks installation ensures that all overhead civil, architectural, mechanical and
electrical works are installed.

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  Area to receive suspended ceilings shall be free from excessive moisture.
 Ensure that all civil, finishing, MEP and repair works are completed, inspected (IR), tested (IR) and approved
prior to starting the false ceiling activities.
 Suitable environmental conditions shall be provided by means of adequate ventilation and air fans as per
recommended of product manufacturer.
 Allow wet work to dry out before commencing installation of ceiling panels.
 Installation of suspension system and ceiling tiles will be accordance to manufacturer’s instructions and
approved layouts and shop drawings.
 Installation of false ceiling will start only after other related trade has been completed and openings are
closed.
 Suspension system shall be hanged independent of walls, columns, ducts and pipes of any other MEP
activities.
 Bulkheads shall be constructed at location shown on approved shop drawings as per general detail drawing.
 Expansion/movement joints will be provided as indicated on shop drawings and as per approved drawing
details.
 Access panels will be installed at location shown on approved shop drawings

5.5 Installations
Leveling and Fixing of wall Angles/Perimeter Trims
 Ceiling Panel, suspension system and all related accessories will be subjected to receipt inspection on arrival
at site.
 Sample mock-up suspended ceiling works will be reference for workmanship for suspended ceiling works as
it complies with specifications.
 Verify the layout that there is no interference with other services.
 Finished floor level marking shall be marked at several locations using levelling instrument.
 Verify that perimeter wall shall be plastered to minimum 100 mm above false ceiling level.
 Based on available approved finished floor levels, desired false ceiling levels shall be marked on perimeter
walls.
 Continuous line shall be marked as false ceiling level using chalk line.
 Fix wall angles /perimeter trim on the marked line by using screws of 25 mm length or concrete nails, spacing
@ 300 mm c/c at 100 mm from both sides.
Installation of Ceiling Tiles (Aluminium Tiles, Mineral Fibre & Gypsum Tiles)
Fixing of Suspension System -General
 Ensure that all MEP fittings are installed and get approved prior to start of false ceiling installation.
 Approved shop drawings shall be followed for installation of the ceiling tiles/ panels.
 Location of the main runner (Main Tee) shall be finalized.

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  Ceiling clip shall be fixed to the structural soffit by using power gun at space 1200mm c/c with starting point,
maximum 250 mm way from wall.
 Ø4 mm suspension wire with adjustable clips shall be hanged from ceiling clips.
 In areas where fixing of ceiling clip is not possible due to the dense MEP Services; additional bridging/cross
bracing (provided by Main Contractor) shall be fixed below the services and suspension wire shall be hanged
from it.
Suspension System -Tee Grids (for Lay-in System)
 The main “Tees” profiles (3600 mm long) are installed parallel to each other’s at a distance of 1200 mm
centres.
 1200 mm cross tee profile is then fixed perpendicular to main tee profile, at a distance of 600 mm centres,
thus forming a module of 600 x 1200 mm.
 Finally, 600 mm cross tee profile is fixed in centre of 1200 mm cross tee profile, forming the module of 600 x
600 mm in which the tile will be layed in.
Suspension System -Spring Tee (for Clip-in System)
 The primary profiles are fixed parallel to each other at a distance of 1200 mm centres.
 The secondary profiles (spring tee) are fixed perpendicular under the primary profile, using cross connector at
a distance of 600 mm centres, when the tiles will be clipped.
Checking the Suspension System
 When the Suspension System is installed the levels and angles should be checked and if necessary, the levels
should be adjusted using adjustable clips.
Opening MEP Services
 When the Suspension System is ready and the final levels are adjusted, the tiles can be fixed by clip-in/lay-in
on 600 x 600 module created by Spring Tee/Tee Grids.
 Initially only the services tiles will be fixed so that the MEP Contractors shall mark the openings for the
services in the ceiling tile as per proved shop drawings allowing us to cut the respective openings.
Closing if Ceiling Tiles
 After the cutting of service openings are completed the MEP Contractor shall install all the services as per
approved layouts.
 Final clearance shall be obtained from MEP Contractor as a standard process prior to starting closing of
ceiling.
 After receiving the clearance for closing of ceiling, the installed suspension shall be checked for levels and
alignment if necessary, it shall be adjusted for final installation.
 When the suspension is ready and final level adjusted, all the ceiling panels will be installed by clip-in/lay-in
on 600 x 600 mm module created by already installed Spring Tee/ Tee Grids.

Installation of Gypsum Board Ceiling

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Fixing of Suspension System
 Ensure that all MEP fittings are installed and get approved prior to start of false ceiling installation.
 Approved shop drawings shall be followed for installation of the areas for Type of Gypsum Board.
 Location of the main channel (C Chanel) shall be finalized.
 Ceiling clip shall be fixed to the structural soffit by using power gun at space 1200mm c/c with starting point,
maximum 250 mm way from wall.
 Ø4 mm suspension wire with adjustable clips shall be hanged from ceiling clips.
 In areas where fixing suspension hangers from concrete soffit is not possible due to the dense MEP Services;
additional bridging/cross bracing (provided by Main Contractor) shall be fixed below the service and the
hanger shall be suspended from it.
Fixing of Main Channel and Secondary Channel
 The main channel will be fixed to the suspender hanger by 10 mm channel bracket.
 After fixing the main channels to suspended hanger the secondary channel (furring channel) is fixed to the
main channel in the perpendicular direction by using special clips called “Performed clip” at a maximus
distance of 600 mm c/c.
 Where the presence of mechanical work or lightning fixtures prevents the fixing of runners to hangers provide
supplementary framing to achieve equivalent support of main runner.
 Construct of vertical bulkhead will be done at location as per approved shop drawing by metal tracks/studs or
angular channels as per approved details.
Checking the Suspension System
 When the suspension system is installed the levels and angles should be checked and if necessary the levels
should be adjusted using adjustable clips.
Installation of Boards
 Install the gypsum board at locations shown in approved shop drawings.
 Obtain necessary MEP Clearance prior to starting closing of boards.
 Gypsum board shall be fixed to the metal framing by drywall screws.
 Bulkhead shall be installed at location shown on approved shop drawings and whenever required as per the
Engineer instructions.
 Screw will be fixed to the furring channels with 300 mm spacing and not closer than 100 mm from edges and
ends.

 Screw head will be embedded inside board.

 Boards will be fixed staggered to avoid continuity of board joints in both directions.

Opening of MEP Services

 When the gypsum board is fixed the MEP Contractor shall mark openings for services in the ceiling as per
approved shop drawings allowing us to cut the respective openings.

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 Jointing & Finishing
 All joints shall be taped and reinforced with fiber mesh reinforcement prior to filling of joint compound.
 Ready mix joint compound shall be applied on all joints and spotting fasteners.
 Sanding of joint compound at all joints to remove all irregularities and provide smooth surface.

6. INSPECTION TEST PLAN

Refer to attached ITP

7. CHECKLIST
Refer to attached Checklist

8. SAFETTY AND RISK ASSESSMENT

Refer to attached Safety & Risk Assessment

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