METHOD STATEMENT FOR FLOORING SCREED TO

RECEIVE FLOORING FINISHES

1. PURPOSE.

2. SCOPE.

3. REFERENCES.

4. DEFINITIONS.

5. RESPONSIBILITIES.

6. MATERIALS.

7. TOOLS & EQUIPMENTS.

8. WORK PROCEDURE.

9. HEALTH AND SAFETY PROVISIONS.

10. DISTRIBUTION.

11. INSPECTION/ TEST PLAN.

12. QC Forms.

13. Risk Assessment.

The purpose of this method statement is to provide a systematic and an orderly sequence of tasks to
ensure that the Flooring Screed to receive Flooring Finishes is installed in accordance with the project
technical specifications, quality standards, and safety guidelines.

2. SCOPE

This method statement applies to the installation of Flooring Screed to receive Flooring Finishes at the
building phase 5, city walk, Dubai. It includes the procurement, storage, handling, mixing, application,
and curing of the screed.

3. REFERENCES

 Project Technical Specification and drawings (Section 035319 – SAND CEMENT SCREED).

 Approved Project Quality Plan.

 Approved Project HSE Plan.

4. DEFINITIONS

4.1 Company: MERAAS-Dubai Holding

4 .2 Consultant: DEWAN Architects + Engineers

4.3 Contractor: Engineering Construction and Reconstruction (CRC)

4.4 PM: Project Manager

4.5 CM: Construction Manager

4.6 QA-QC Quality Engineer

4.7 SE: Site Engineer

4.8 FM: Foreman

4.9 MS: Method Statement

4.10 IR: Inspection Request

4.11 MIR: Material Inspection Request

4.12 MAS: Material Submittal

4.13 ITP: Inspection & Test Plan

4.14 HSE: Health, Safety & Environment

4.15 RA: Risk Assessment

4.16 PPE: Personal Protective Equipment

4.17 GGBS: Ground Granulated Blast Furnace Slags

4.19 HSEO: Health, Safety, Environment Officer

5. RESPONSIBILITIES

5.1 The Construction Manager is responsible for implementation of this Method Statement and shall
ensure that his team of Engineers and Foremen are familiar with the method statement and all the
resources (human, material and equipment) that are available to carry out the associated work as
planned and without any delay.

5.2 The Project Engineer is responsible to carry out the works as per the approved shop drawings,
method statements, specification and other Contract documents. He is also responsible to ensure that
suitable equipment for the concrete placing, finishing and curing operations are in place and ready for
use well in advance of commencement of the related works.

5.3 The QA/QC Manager is responsible to ensure that the works are done as per the approved method
statement, specification and drawings; inspections shall be carried out as per the Inspection and Test
plan and offered for inspection by the Engineer

5.4 The Safety Manager is responsible to ensure that all Safety precautions are in place, and that all
personnel on site are using the required Personal Protective Equipment such as Helmet, Gloves, Shoes,
and Coveralls. He shall also ensure that all relevant permits are obtained for the works as per the
requirements of the UAE Authorities.

6. MATERIALS

 CONMIX Floor Screed 200/10

 Clean Water (Potable)

 Cleavage Membrane

7. TOOLS & EQUIPMENTS

 Clean plastic bucket

 Non-corrosive, uncontaminated metal tub

 Trowel

 Level

 Safety gears (Helmet, Gloves, Shoes, and Coveralls)

8. WORK PROCEDURE

1. Substrate Examination and Preparation: Ensure all conditions affecting the performance of the
CONMIX Floor Screed 200/10 are satisfactory. Verify the base slabs meet the finish and surface
profile requirements as per the project specifications. The substrate must be cleaned thoroughly,
free from dust, loose particles, formwork oil, grease, and other contaminants. Any free water on
the surface should be dispersed before screeding. Mechanically abrade base slabs to produce a
heavily scarified surface profile with an amplitude of 6 mm. Fill voids, cracks, and cavities in base
slabs.

2. Installation of Joint Filler Strips: Install joint filler strips where screed abuts vertical surfaces,
such as column pedestals, foundation walls, grade beams, and other locations as indicated in
project specs. Where contraction joints are required, saw cut to a depth of 13 mm and fill with
epoxy joint filler. This is particularly important for the control joint issue, which must be
addressed thoroughly to ensure structural stability and longevity of the floor screed.

3. Mixing: The screed supplied in 50 kg bags must be mixed with potable water only, in a clean
plastic bucket or a clean, non-corrosive, uncontaminated metal tub. A mechanical mixer should
be used to ensure a homogeneous and uniform mix. The amount of water to be added is 5 liters
per 50 kg bag (approximately 10% by weight). Add the screed to the water in the mixer and mix
until a homogeneous mix is obtained. No further water should be added to the mix. Hard and set
mortar should not be remixed or used.

4. Screed Application: Mix and scrub bonding slurry into dampened concrete to a thickness of 1.5
to 3 mm, without puddling. Place screed continuously in a single layer, tamping, and
consolidating to achieve tight contact with the bonding surface. The screed mixed as per the
above can be spread on the prepared area to a minimum thickness of 30 mm and a maximum
thickness of 100mm, with a panel size not more than 25 m2. The fresh mortar should be leveled
and finished with a steel float. Care should be taken to ensure the process of screeding is done
with proper compaction to achieve high-quality work.

5. Curing and Protection: It is essential to water cure the applied screed for a minimum period of 2
days, 3-4 times daily. Cleavage membrane can also be used along with water. Protect freshly
placed screed from premature drying and excessive cold or hot temperatures. After application,
protect screeds from damage and wear during the remainder of the construction period. Use
protective methods and materials as approved by the Engineer.
 6. Joint Filling: After the screed has fully cured, prepare and clean isolation joints and install epoxy
joint filler according to manufacturer’s written instructions. Remove dirt, debris, saw cuttings,
curing compounds, and sealers from joints; leave contact faces of joint clean and dry.

7. Repairs: Repair and patch defective screed areas, including areas that have not bonded to the
concrete substrate.

8. Field Quality Control: At the point of placement, the testing and inspecting agency shall take a
set of cylinder/cube samples from the screed mix for the first 100 sq.m plus 1 set of samples for
each subsequent 450 sq.m of screed. Samples shall be tested according to ASTM C 109 for
compliance with compressive strength requirements.

9. Cleaning and Protecting: Clean screeds not more than 4 days before dates scheduled for
inspections intended to install final finishes. Protect screeds from damage and wear during the
remainder of the construction period. Use protective methods and materials approved by the
Engineer, including temporary covering.

9. HEALTH AND SAFETY PROVISIONS

 As per the guidelines set by the HSE Officer and in compliance with the UAE Authorities.

 Use the required Personal Protective Equipment such as Helmet, Gloves, Shoes, and Coveralls.

10. DISTRIBUTION

Copies of this method statement have also been issued to the following for information/
action/comments:

• Construction Manager and Construction team.

• HSE Engineer.

• QA/QC Engineer.
11. INSPECTION/ TEST PLAN
12. QC Forms
13. Risk Assessment