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METHOD STATEMENT
FOR
ROOFING
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.

Prepared Checked
Authorised
Issue Date Senior Site
HSE (PSM) Quality (PQM) (Project Manager)
Engineer

00 DD MMM YY
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CONTENTS

CONTENTS................................................................................................................................ 2

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

2.0 RESPONSIBILITIES........................................................................................................ 4

3.0 INTERFACING................................................................................................................. 5

4.0 SEQUENCING..................................................................................................................5

5.0 METHODOLOGY............................................................................................................. 5

6.0 EQUIPMENT.................................................................................................................. 12

7.0 MATERIALS...................................................................................................................12

8.0 ENVIRONMENTAL CONSIDERATIONS.......................................................................12

9.0 SPECIAL CONSIDERATIONS.......................................................................................12

10.0 ATTACHMENTS......................................................................................................... 12
Attachment 1: Key to Safety Symbols.......................................................................................................................13

Attachment 2: Risk Assessment.................................................................................................................................14

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Amendments History
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1.0 Scope
This method statement covers the practices applicable for built-up roofing systems.
This method statement excludes:
 Sheet metal roofing
 Shingle roofing

Note: Emphasis of required safety measures will be inserted throughout, generally in the
following format, pictograms are to be found in Attachment 1:

2.0 Responsibilities
 Site Manager:

o Assigning areas of responsibility of Senior Site Engineers.

o Monitoring adherence to project schedule.

o Hiring of roofing subcontractor

o Expediting areas of concern to best achieve project schedule.

 Senior Site Engineers:

o Assigning areas of responsibility of Site Engineers.

o Overseeing overall (including subcontractors) works progression.

 Site Engineers:

o Assigning areas of responsibility to Foremen.

o Continuous monitoring of all aspects of roofing works, i.e. cleaning and prep of receiving surface,
the placement of the low Density Concrete, membrane placement and water testing.

o Inspection of all aspects of the roofing works.

o Initiating and maintaining roofing inspection and testing check-sheets.

o Liaising with QC Engineers regarding works progression and availability for hold point
inspections.

 Quality Control (QC) Engineers:

o Ongoing inspection of all aspects of the roofing works.

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o Ensuring that the Project Inspection Plan (PIP) has been briefed to and is then followed by the
construction team.

3.0 Interfacing
 Site Manager:

 Coordination with Technical Office Manager to ensure timely availability and approval of materials in
collaboration with Quality Manager.

 Senior Site Engineer:

o Liaison with Technical Office Manager for advice required regarding changes, missing
information, clarifications.

o Liaison with Quality Manager concerning the above as required.

 Site Engineers:

o Ongoing liaison with Subcontractor concerning overall progress of work.

 QC Engineers:

o Ongoing liaison with Site Engineers concerning waterproofing/roofing progression and adherence
to stipulated requirements of method statements, approved materials and PIP.

4.0 Sequencing
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5.0 Methodology
5.1 Structural Concrete Roof Slab EPDM (Ethylene Propylene Diene Monomer)

The roofing system is based upon the use of large size (up to 30’x100’ Rolls) EPDM rubber elastomeric
waterproofing membrane, loose laid over lightweight concrete laid to falls, thermally insulated with
extruded polystyrene boards, protected with Geotextile fibermat, and ballasted by loose laid concrete
tiles, giving the following inverted (traditionally the insulation was placed under the EPDM) built-up
section from roof slab upwards:

5.1.1 Low Density Roof insulation sloping Concrete:

Place Lightweight foam cellular concrete roof to slope (1.0%) <maximum allowed slope should be given
in the project document, prepare a drawing indicating the locations of crickets> towards the roof water
outlets using “Aercel” <or as recommended by manufacturer> foaming agent.
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 Introduction:

The lightweight thermal insulating concrete is a foam cellular screeding material when applied over
a structural concrete deck, it forms a strong continuous, fireproof lightweight screed with
considerable thermal insulation properties, and provides effective slopes for proper drainage.
The finished surface of the lightweight concrete is smooth, strong and easily repairable in case of
any crack development. However, due to its relatively higher shrinkage factor, in comparison to
normal concrete or screed, the development of hair and minor surface cracks is an unavoidable
phenomenon.

 Mix Design:

For an average dry density of 480 Kg/m3, the following (approximate) mix design is to be
implemented per cubic meter:
 Cement Consumption 400 Kg.
 Water Consumption 200 Kg.
 Foaming water Consumption 60 Litres
 Foaming agent Consumption 1.1 Litres

 Method Of Application:

 Set the foam machine on deck. The mixing and casting of the light weight concrete is done with
an automated machine mainly composed of a mixer, aerator, pump, water reservoir, electric
panel board and related accessories all set on special trailer.
 Sweep deck surface clean of standing water, dirt, construction debris and other foreign
materials.
 The foam concrete is cast in multiple layers procedure. As the multiple density casting is an
accepted method of placing, provided each layer thickness is not less than that of the
minimum accepted of 50 mm and not more than the maximum accepted of 100 mm
 Prior to initiating casting, the deck slope and levels are set using metal guideline bars and chalk-
line marks on upstands, to create placement bays. Immediately before casting the lightweight
concrete, the concrete deck surface shall be moistened. The first casted foam layer shall be
left for 12 hours to set, during this setting period, no traffic is allowed. The same will be
repeated for the subsequent layers until reaching the finished upper layer, which finishing is
done by using straight edge aluminium finishing bar. After 12 hours from casting, the finished
level surface of the lightweight concrete shall be water cured, two or three times a day,
(depending on prevailing weather condition), during which it will be covered with either jute or
polyethylene sheet. Afterwards, it will be left for two or three days to dry up. Finally, damages
to the lightweight concrete surface shall be repaired with sand cement mortar mix with suitable
bonding agent (SBR (Styrene-Butadiene-Rubber) or Acrylic based) added to the mix. The
various components of lightweight cellular concrete are introduced into the cement mixer as
follows:

 Water, Cement and Foaming Agent

While the cement mixer is in motion, the water and cement are introduced, subsequently the
right quantity of foam is automatically injected, which is directly related to the quantity of
cement. The mixing process must then continue until all the foam is completely mixed with the
liquid mortar, whereby white foaming will appear on top face of the mixer.
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It is advisable to complete the three operations: Mixing, transportation and casting as quickly
as practical in order to ensure successful results.

o Foaming Agent:

Foaming agent is a chemical agent obtained by means of a special transportation

process of natural macromolecules protein origin hydrolyzed in a water solution.
Foaming agent has been specially designed to produce preformed foam necessary to
obtain the lightweight cellular foam screed. The foaming agent is a dark brown liquid,
when used properly, it generates a white foam.
The addition of the foam to cement mix changes the color of the mix to a lighter shade of
gray. It has the following physical properties.

Weight 09.30 LBS/GAL

Specific Gravity 1.12 ± 0.02 g/ml
PH (in 2 % water solution) 7.24 ± 0.30
Shelf Life @ 75 ΟF (25 ΟC) 5 years

o Resulted Lightweight Foam screed Physical Properties:

 Average Dry Density 480 kg/m3 ASTM C-796

 Average Compressive Strength 14 kg/cm2 ASTM C-796
 Average Thermal Conductivity Coefficient () 0.10 w/m °C ASTM C-518
 Flammability None ASTM E-84

5.1.2 Separation Layer:

Single layer of non-woven, needle punched geotextile fibermat, 250 gm / m2 loose laid over the
lightweight concrete sloping screed as a separation layer, overlapping adjoining sheets 4.0” (10 cm).

5.1.3 Waterproofing Membrane:

EPDM (Ethylene Propylene Diene Monomer) Rubber Elastomeric waterproofing membrane, 0.045”
minimum thickness, loose laid, mechanically fastened around roof parapet and
upstands with seam fastening plates fixed at 12” O.C. (EPDM may also be adhered or fastened to the
substrate)
 Substrate surface shall be clean, free of dirt, oil, Grease and sharp edges.
 The overlap of flashing from the fasteners to the lower edge of the membrane shall not be less
than 75mm.
 Direction of lap shall be that the water flows over the lap.
 Membrane joints shall be free of wrinkles or fish mouths.
 Cut offs shall be installed if workdays ended or interrupted before roof section is completed.
 Membrane shall not be installed if high wind or if moisture is visible on the low density concrete.
 Warranty for roofing system shall be provided for not less than 10 years after the acceptance of
work.
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5.1.4 Waterproofing Membrane Skirting:

Flashing to roof parapet / upstands, at a height of 250 mm, using EPDM Rubber Elastomeric
waterproofing membrane, 0.060” thick, fully bonded with bonding adhesive.
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5.1.5 Skirting Termination:

Upper ends of membrane flashing shall be mechanically fastened with aluminium termination bar,
mechanically fastened by termination bar screws fixed at 12” O.C, pressed over water cut-off mastic
bead and pointed with lap sealant.

5.1.6 Drainage Layer:

Single layer of light, flexible, high strength, loose laid over EPDM waterproofing membrane as a
separation & drainage layer which allows proper ventilation, overlapping adjoining sheets 4.0” (10 cm).

5.1.7 Thermal insulation:

R-value is a measure of thermal resistance used in the building and construction industry. R-values are
given in units of ft²·°F·h/Btu. However the R-value per inch of insulation may vary with thickness.
Manufacturer should state the total R value for his product.

It is reasonable to sum the R-values of bulk insulators

R-value(concrete slab) + R-value(average value of light weight concrete) + R-value(insulation) + R-

value(tiles) = R-value(total).

Extruded polystyrene thermal insulation rigid boards, 2.0” thick, in one layer, loose laid, applied
staggered usually has an R-10 value

5.1.8 Separation & Protection Layer:

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Single layer of non-woven, needle punched geotextile fibermat, 120 - 140 gm / m 2 loose laid,
overlapping adjoining sheets 4.0” (10 cm). The mat shall be extended around roof parapet/
upstands up to the ballast finished level.

5.1.9 Ballast:
Precast concrete pavers 400 x 400 x 40 mm applied loose laid, with gravel bed ballast at border line
and around roof details, at strip width not exceeding 400 mm. Calculate uplift and make sure that
weight of pavers will resist the uplift.

5.1.10 Roof Details:

 Service pipes protruding from roof slab, shall be suitably dressed around, up to 200 mm height,
with Elastoform Flashing of uncured EPDM, 0.060” thick, and sealed at upper ends with lap
sealant.

Penetration boots and accessories

Internal / External corners shall be suitably dressed with EPDM membrane, and reinforced with extra
piece layer of Elastoform Flashing of uncured “EPDM”, 0.060” thick, sealed around with lap
sealant.

Roof rain water outlets, scupper type, shall be dressed with Elastoform Flashing of uncured EPDM,
0.060” thick, sealed with lap sealant.

EPDM membrane laps shall be minimum 3.0” wide, first cleaned with primer (or Splice Cleaner),
seamed with EP-95 Splicing cement, sealed at internal edge with In-Seam sealant and at the
external edge with Lap Sealant.

Duct penetration through roof slab: Its concrete upstand shall be flashed with EPDM membrane,
0.060” thick, fully adhered and terminated by termination bar.

The Electro-mechanical contractor must ensure that the gap line between the upstand top face and
the duct body shall be sealed by reliable multipart sealant and protected by shop-fabricated
watertight metal cap properly sealed.
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5.2. Torch-applied APP (attactic polypropylene) Modified Bituminous Membrane

5.2.1 Sloping Concrete

A Low Density Roof insulation sloping Concrete (same as mentioned above) or regular sloping
concrete should be placed underneath the membrane to allow for water drainage. Weight of the
concrete should be within the limits of the allowable by design.

5.2.2 Roofing Membrane

For fully adhered membrane :
 Ensure substrate membrane surfaces are warmed either naturally or by torch during the installation.
 Apply heat evenly to underside of roll membrane being installed and exposed side lap area of
previously installed sheet.
 Provide for slight, uniform flow of bitumen in front of roll and full width of roll as the material is being
rolled or set into place.
 Apply uniform positive pressure to ensure membrane is fully adhered and all laps are sealed.
 Prior to forming lap over granulated surfaces, embed granules of the receiving sheet by heating and
troweling-in the granules to form a uniform black compound surface.
 Roll all lap areas with a weighted roller immediately after forming lap. Provide for visual bleed out of
compound in lap areas.
 Avoid overheating the membrane or burning through to membrane reinforcement. Inspect and
ensure all lap areas are fully sealed.

For loosely laid membrane:

 Cleaning of all substrate
 Roughing in mechanical works shall be completed before membrane work started.
 Surface to be waterproof should be clean, dry, free from dust and smooth. Before laying membrane,
surface should be primed with cold applied bituminous primer. Apply primer 6 hours before laying
the waterproofing membrane.
 Membrane is unrolled and placed in aligned position.
 Each roll should have overlap 10cm side laps and 15cm staggered end laps
 Torching of the seam takes place by heating the contact line at side end laps by torch from above,
pressing the upper membrane on to the lower one using a trowel ,the torch has to be carefully used
avoiding to keep the flame on the same point for too long.
 Lap of next roll to be placed above the first one.
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 Manufacture instruction for fixing membrane has to be followed.

6.0 Equipment
 Torch
 Bee mixer
 Hand tools

7.0 Materials
 Geotextile Fiber Mat
 EPDM
 elastomeric flexible cementitious coating
 polypropylene protection boards
 needle punched geotextile fibermat
 APP modified, torch applied bituminous waterproofing membrane
 primer

8.0 Environmental Considerations

All as per OCI procedures:

 HSEP 01 - Evaluation of Environmental Aspects

 HSEP 02 - Environmental Programme

9.0 Special Considerations

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10.0 Attachments
 Key to Safety Symbols
 Risk Assessment
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Attachment 1: Key to Safety Symbols

Use safety boots Use safety harness

Use hard hat Use lifejacket

Use protective clothing Use welding helmet

Use high visibility jacket Lift heavy objects correctly

Use eye protection Stack correctly

Use safety gloves Wash hands

Use ear protectors Use guard

Use face guard

Use face mask

Use respirators
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Attachment 2: Risk Assessment

Unmitigated Mitigated
Persons at Risk Risk
Task Hazards Proposed Mitigation Measures
Risk
L S R L S R

roofing Falling while getting on Applicators 3 5 9 a secure way to enter and exit the roof is essential 1 5 5
and off the roof
roofing Falling Material Applicators 2 5 10 Conduct safety meeting to instruct the donning of hard hats and safety 2 2 4
shoes.
roofing Roofers may sustain Applicators 2 5 10 Conduct safety meetings to instruct the donning of protective clothing 2 2 4
serious burns from the
torch or the asphalt
being applied
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Attachment 2: Risk Assessment

Unmitigated Mitigated
Risk Risk
2 5 10 Safety Meetings and instruct the followings: 1 5 10
Torch Fire Hazard Applicators
 Fuel containers having capacities greater than one pound must be located a
applied and co-
minimum of 3.048 m 10 foot clear distance from the burner flame.
APP workers
roofing  All Liquid Petroleum Gas (LP-Gas) Cylinders must be clearly labeled "Flammable
Gas", and secured to prevent accidental tip-over.
 Check all pressure regulators and hoses prior to use for proper functioning and
integrity.
 Turn off fuel supply at LP Gas Cylinder when kettle is not in use.
 Equip all kettles with a functioning temperature measuring device to ensure no
heating in excess of 10 degrees C50 degrees F below the flash point.
 Provide covers, lid, or top which are close fitting, constructed of minimum No.14
manufacturer's gauge steel, and can be gravity closed on all kettles.
 Clean all roofing mops and rags free of excess asphalt and store safely away from
Persons at all combustible materials. Store discarded roofing mops and rags in a non-
Task Hazards Proposed Mitigation Measures
Risk combustible container and remove from site each day.
 Position all pump lines handling hot asphalt securely and equip all pump lines with
a shut-off valve on each with a coupler which may be opened when lines are full.
Do not subject pump lines to pressures in excess of safe working pressures.
Station an operator near the equipment to cut off flow and care for other
emergencies while conducting heating, pumping and application operations.
 Asphalt/tar bucket used by roofers or workers in similar trades must be constructed
of minimum No. 24 gauge or heavier sheet steel and have a metal bail of no less
than 6.35 mm 1/4 inch diameter material. The bail is to be fastened to offset ears
or equivalent which have been riveted, welded, or otherwise safely and securely
attached to the bucket. Soldered bail sockets are prohibited. Position workers and
other employees to avoid being struck by bucket or other roofing materials, which
may accidentally fall while being hoisted, lowered, or used in the roofing operation.
Provide safety barriers and caution signs at all skylights or other roof holes.
 Do not use flammable liquids with a flash point below 100 degrees F (gasoline and
similar products) for cleaning purposes.
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Attachment 2: Risk Assessment

Unmitigated Mitigated
Risk Risk
Torch temperatures generated Applicators 2 5 10 All personnel on the roof during torch application must be properly trained 1 5 5
applied
Task
Persons
torching can and
during Hazards co- at to use a fire extinguisher. Provide a fire watch for a minimum of two hours
Proposed Mitigation Measures
APP Risk
workers after completion of all torch work at the end of each work shift. Maintain the
start smouldering fires
roofing out of sight, only to fire watch for additional time required to ensure no potential ignition
burst into flame later conditions exist

EXPAND TABLE AS NECESSARY

L (Likelihood) X S (Severity) = R (Risk) If MITIGATED RISK = UNMITIGATED RISK contact Safety Manager
1~5 X 1~5 = 1 ~ 25 Workforce to be briefed with findings before work