Project Name: Lusail Katara Twin Tower Hotel

Document Title MST for the Block Glass Curved Ceiling Installation Date 14.03. 2022
Document No. KH-PK4b(i)-a-HBK-MST-A-0061 Rev. No. 0

METHOD STATEMENT FOR THE BLOCK GLASS CURVED

CEILING INSTALLATION

1.1.1. Project: 1.1.2. Lusail Katara Twin Tower Hotel

1.1.3. Employer: 1.1.4. Katara Towers Hotels Management W.L.L.

1.1.5. Project & 1.1.6. Qatar Project Management (QPM)

Construction Management
Consultant:
1.1.7. Project Design & 1.1.8. Dar Al Handasah
Construction Supervision 1.1.9.
Service Consultant:

1.1.10. Main 1.1.11. HBK Contracting Company W.L.L.

Contractor:
1.1.12. Nominated 1.1.13. IMAR Trading & Contracting Company
Sub-Contractor: W.L.L.
1.1.14. Approved 1.1.15. Metes
Applicator:

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1.1.16. Table of Contents

1. INTRODUCTION...................................................................................................................................3
1.1. Purpose............................................................................................................................................... 3
1.2. Scope.................................................................................................................................................. 3

2. REFERENCES......................................................................................................................................3

3. ABBREVIATIONS.................................................................................................................................3

4. RESOURCES........................................................................................................................................4
4.1. Equipment & Machineries.................................................................................................................... 4
4.2. Manpower............................................................................................................................................ 4
4.3. Materials.............................................................................................................................................. 5

5. RESPONSIBILITIES.............................................................................................................................5
5.1. Project Manager.................................................................................................................................. 5
5.2. Construction Manager......................................................................................................................... 5
5.3. Project Engineer/ Site Engineer.......................................................................................................... 5
5.4. QAQC Engineer.................................................................................................................................. 5
5.5. HSE Engineer/Officer.......................................................................................................................... 6
5.6. PERMITS AND LICENSES................................................................................................................. 6

6. DESCRIPTION OF WORKS................................................................................................................6
6.1. Locations............................................................................................................................................. 6
6.2. Sequence of Works............................................................................................................................. 6

7. METHODOLOGY..................................................................................................................................7
7.1. Preparatory Works............................................................................................................................... 7
7.2. Examination......................................................................................................................................... 7
7.3. Fabrication........................................................................................................................................... 7
7.4. Steel Framing Installation.................................................................................................................... 7
7.5. Formworks........................................................................................................................................... 8
7.6. Mockup................................................................................................................................................ 8
7.7. Placement of Glass-Blocks.................................................................................................................. 9
7.8. Cleaning and Protection.................................................................................................................... 10

8. QUALITY..............................................................................................................................................10
8.1. Inspection and Testing...................................................................................................................... 10
8.2. Documentation.................................................................................................................................. 11

9. HSE ISSUES, RISK ASSESSMENT AND HAZARD ANALYSIS................................................11

10. ATTACHMENTS.................................................................................................................................11

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1. INTRODUCTION

1.1. Purpose
1.1.1. The purpose of this Method Statement is to describe methodology and activities for the
installation of the curved ceiling using the GL14A - Glass Block for the All-Day Dining,
Level 1, 5 Star Katara Hotel Project, Lusail, Doha. The installation shall be in
accordance with the approved shop drawing, project specification, QCS 2014 and the
deliverables under the KH-PK4b(i) Fit-out package.
1.1.2. This document will be distributed to the site team for guidance and compliance to the
procedures which to be executed by IMAR.

1.2. Scope
1.2.1. This method statement covers the main activities such as the construction of the steel
sub-framing structure, reinforcement, and masonry works for the GL-14a- glass block as
indicated in the approved shop drawing, material approval and project specification. This
includes the testing and quality control activities during the execution works.
1.2.2. This document consists of the references, materials, responsibilities, activities involved,
best practices, project specification requirements, HSE requirements, resources,
methodology, checklist, and inspection & testing plan.

2. REFERENCES
2.1.1. Issue for Construction Drawings (IFC) & Approved Shop Drawing
2.1.2. Project Quality Plan: KH-PK4b(i)-A-IMR-PQP-G-0001-02
2.1.3. Project Architectural Specification: Q17017-0100D-PK4b(i)-a-TD-SPC-AR-01-REV 00
2.1.4. Material Submittal: KH-PK4b(i)-a-HBK-MAT-A-0220
2.1.5. Project Construction Health & Safety Plan
2.1.6. Project Construction Environmental Plan
2.1.7. British Standards and other applicable standards
2.1.8. Qatar Construction Standards (QCS 2014)
2.1.9. Applicable Products and Industry Standards

3. ABBREVIATIONS
1 KH Katara Hospitality (Contract Administrator on behalf of Abraj
Katara Lidartulfnadq W.L.L)
2 QPM Qatar Project Management (Project & Construction
Management Consultant)
3 DAR Dar Al Handasah (Project Design & Construction Supervision
Service Consultant)

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4 HBK HBK Contracting Co. W.L.L (Main Contractor)

5 HSE Health, Safety and Environment 1.1.17.

6 IMAR IMAR Trading & Contracting Co.W.L.L 1.1.18.
7 IFC Issued for Construction 1.1.19.
8 IR Inspection Request 1.1.20.
9 ITP Inspection & Test Plan 1.1.21.
10 MIR Material Inspection Request
1.1.22.
11 MS Method of Statement 1.1.23.
12 TBM Temporary Benchmarks 1.1.24.
13 PPE Personal Protective Equipment 1.1.25.
14 PQP Project Quality Plan 1.1.26.
15 QA/QC Quality Assurance/Quality Control 1.1.27.
16 QCS Qatar Construction Standards (QCS 2014) 1.1.28.

4. RESOURCES

4.1. Equipment & Machineries

 Mason Hand Tools such (Hand shovel, Plane block trowel, Chalk line, Rubber
hammer,
 Plane board, Spirit level, 90 deg. Angle & etc.)
 Mortar I Grout Mechanical Mixer
 Metal I Plastic Bucket
 Water Storage Tanks and Water Pumps
 Grinder Machine (If required)
 Broom or Brush I Air Compressor (If required)
 Scaffolding, staging Platform and ladder
 Survey Equipment.
 Warning Tape, Boards, Barriers and Lighting as necessary.
 Safety Signage
 Masonry Block Cutting Machine or Saw
 Personal Protective Equipment: Dust I respiratory mask, hand gloves shoes,
glass, safety belts etc.

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 Others to be provided as needed

4.2. Manpower
 Site Engineer  Carpenters/Installers
 QA/QC Engineer 0  laborers
 Surveyor  Technicians
 Supervisors  Helpers

4.3. Materials
Sn Type Description
1. GL-14A Glass Block
2. Steel Tubular Sections Sub-structure framing
3. Grout mortar For the fixation of the glass blocks
4. Steel re-bars Reinforcement
5 Fasteners Anchors, screws, through bolts etc.
6 Welding rods Welding of steel joints
7 Zinc Paints Protective Coating

4.3.1. Note: The above list of material provided is for general overview but are not limited to
above.
4.3.2. Additional materials or alternative materials may be used if required with respect to
approved shop drawings, material approvals and project specifications.

5. RESPONSIBILITIES

5.1. Project Manager

5.1.1. responsible on overall project execution, quality, and safety.

5.2. Construction Manager

5.2.1. Responsible for the overall site operation and implementation of QHSE procedures. He
will ensure that all Project Engineers, Foremen, Charge-Hand, understand their area of
responsibilities and carry out their given tasks efficiently and diligently to achieve the
objectives of given tasks taking into consideration all relevant shop drawings and
reference drawing, benchmarks and reference points and methodologies are correctly
utilized.

5.3. Project Engineer/ Site Engineer

5.3.1. Ensures that all employees or subcontractors workforce activities are effectively
controlled, that the workforce requirements of quality, safety, health, and environment
are satisfied, and that amicable relationship with the workface is maintained.

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5.4. QAQC Engineer

5.4.1. shall ensure that the work is carried out according to the requirements of the quality
control procedure. He shall ensure that all ITP requirements are met. The QA/QC
Engineer shall ensure that all necessary notice of inspection and testing are processed
and put forward to the Engineer for notification.

5.5. HSE Engineer/Officer

5.5.1. shall always be present on-site during activities and be responsible for all safety matters

5.6. PERMITS AND LICENSES

5.6.1. Project permits will be obtained and be in place prior to commencing any site activity

6. DESCRIPTION OF WORKS

6.1. Locations
6.1.1. Level 1, Gridlines: G to F: 12 to 16

6.1.2. Level 1, Gridlines: G to F: 10 to 11

6.2. Sequence of Works

6.2.1. The following is the list of the main activities:
 Preparatory works,
 Examination
 Setting out & Site measurement
 Fabrication
 Installation of working flatforms & formworks
 Installation of steel frame sub-structures
 Mockup

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 Installation of glass blocks

 Grouting
 Removal of formworks
 Inspection of the completed works

7. METHODOLOGY

7.1. Preparatory Works

7.1.1. IMAR will arrange the pre-startup meeting which to be attended by the team from the
specialist, IMAR, HBK and DAR
7.1.2. Initial site survey setting out shall be carried out by specialist along with the site
Engineer and Site Foreman and Survey Team.
7.1.3. Protect the existing finishes to avoid any accidental damage.
7.1.4. Obtain the necessary clearance and permit to work prior to the start of installation works.
7.1.5. Provide enough lighting at the working area while the installation works are ongoing.
7.1.6. Scaffolding Works: All scaffolding materials shall be in good condition and installed by a
competent scaffolding team. All scaffolding erection works will be done under the PTW
system. Ensure a full-body harness is provided for working at heights (more than 1.8m).
A scaffold shall only be erected/dismantled/altered by suitably qualified and certified
scaffolders. A scaffold shall be inspected by a competent and certified scaffolding
inspector. No work shall be undertaken on scaffolds without a valid green scaffolding
tag.
7.1.7. Establish the site markups and center lines of the panel installation for the starting point.
Obtain confirmation by the surveyor for all points based on the approved levels, Lines,
and Grids.

7.2. Examination
7.2.1. Examine openings, substrates, structural support, anchorage, and conditions, with
Installer present, for compliance with requirements for installation tolerances and other
conditions affecting the performance of Work.
7.2.2. Verify rough opening dimensions, levelness of threshold substrate, and operational
clearances.
7.2.3. Examine all adjacent works are completed and no hindrances are present.
7.2.4. Examine the surface of the substrate, make sure that the surface is free from any
protrusion, and lose materials or dust. This will optimize the bonding of the metal panel
to the substrate.
7.2.5. Proceed with installation only after unsatisfactory conditions have been corrected.

7.3. Fabrication
7.3.1. When actual site measurements have been taken, fabrication of steel structure can
proceed based on the cutting list generated as per the approved shop drawing.

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7.3.2. Manufacturing /fabrication of frames and allied accessories for glass blocks installation
will take place in line with the approved design calculations, material submittal, and shop
drawing

7.4. Steel Framing Installation

7.4.1. Drill the baseplate holes for the fixation of the steel sub-structures.
7.4.2. After hole locations are drilled, fix the steel hanger, and beam hollow sections on the
concrete soffit slabs and columns.
7.4.3. After installation of hangers and beams, the curved ceiling steel structures will be welded
into them as per approved shop drawing details. Refer to Figure 1

Figure 1
7.4.4. Install the reinforcement bars between glass blocks as per the layout indicated in the
approved shop drawing
7.4.5. Arrange the 3rd party laboratory to perform the pullout test and welding test
7.4.6. Apply the protective zinc coats to the exposed steel and welding joints to ensure the rust
proofing of the sub-structure

7.5. Formworks

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7.5.1. Install the formworks that will support the placement of glass blocks following the curved
shape of the ceiling
7.5.2. Ensure the formworks are clean, watertight aligned and properly supported.

7.6. Mockup
7.6.1. Prepare and agree with DAR for the glass block mockup at one portion of the works,
7.6.2. Obtain approval of the mock before proceeding to complete the entire system
7.6.3. The approved mockup shall be considered as part of the permanent works.
7.6.4. Upon completion of installation of framing supports, the installation of glass blocks
begins.

7.7. Placement of Glass-Blocks

7.7.1. Work on formwork surfaces following the curve as per the approved shop drawing.
7.7.2. Mark the outline of the grid that the blocks are to be installed according to the drawing.
7.7.3. Spread release agent on the formworks.
7.7.4. Arrange the glass blocks as per the approved shop drawing and secure the placement
with spacers.
7.7.5. Pour a few millimeters of very liquid plaster or cement into the spaces to prevent the
glass blocks from shifting when you pour in the next mortar.
7.7.6. Apply enough mortar to assure that the reinforcement rods you will be inserting will be at
least 20 mm from the surface of the formwork. Refer to the following images

7.7.7. Place the reinforcement at the joints, between the glass blocks and along the perimeter
with steel bars that are shorter than the sides of the panel itself (to prevent them from
coming out and oxidizing).
7.7.8. If the panel must be laid on the supporting structure with two sides only, first insert the
rods perpendicular to the support and then the others.

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7.7.9. Make sure that the bars are positioned in the middle of the space to prevent them from
touching the glass blocks. Refer to the following images:

7.7.10. Compact the mortar well and fill all spaces to make it impermeable.
7.7.11. Allow the mortar to cure and gain the designed strength as per the manufacturer’s
recommendation before the removal of the formworks

7.8. Cleaning and Protection

7.8.1. Protect installed products from damage from weather, condensation, direct sunlight,
construction, and other causes during the remainder of the construction period.
7.8.2. Remove protection at the time of substantial completion.
7.8.3. M/s DSP protection is limited to the use of low tack protection tapes. Any damages
caused by adjacent work such as mortar spills, glass breakages, damage of glass
surfaces, etc. DSP will not be held responsible; replacement and rectification will have
financial implications.

8. QUALITY

8.1. Inspection and Testing

8.1.1. The Inspection and Test Plan (ITP) for Execution of Blockwork is summarizing the
various characteristics to be checked.
8.1.2. The QA/QC Engineer will carry out quality control checks and report the inspection
results.
8.1.3. Work activities ITP is developed and provided in Attachment- 1
8.1.4. The Inspection and Testing shall be carried out as per approved ITP for Method
Statement for Blockworks Ref.: KH-PK4a(i)-HBK-MST-004 Rev.2
8.1.5. The concerned Project Engineer will be responsible to ensure stage-wise compliance for
these operations and the QA/QC Engineer will carry out quality control checks and
report the inspection results.

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8.2. Documentation
8.2.1. Inspection Request (IR) Form will be submitted for various activities of blockwork with
adequate notice. Consultant Inspection Request (IR) shall be followed for all site work
activities and will be the verification documents for meeting the requirements of the
project.
8.2.2. The QA/QC Inspector will be responsible for completing Inspection Requests for these
activities and recording all checked items in the related Checklist for Block Works (Refer
to Attachment- 2)

9. HSE ISSUES, RISK ASSESSMENT AND HAZARD ANALYSIS

9.1.1. All works shall be carried out as per the approved HBK Project Health and Safety Plan
No specific hazards are identified outside the scope of the CHSP.
9.1.2. Site Engineer will ensure that all involved personnel are briefed on the nature of work
and associated hazards, and to verify the compliance with the required Personal
Protective Equipment for the tasked works always during construction activities.
9.1.3. Regular compliance inspections by the Site Engineer and HSE department will take
place throughout the works.
9.1.4. Safety signs & signals shall be provided to guide the movement of workers, heavy
equipment, & vehicles including instilling safety awareness to all During night works, a
suitably trained supervisor will be on-site throughout the work duration and adequate
lighting shall be provided All site activities involving worker, operators at exposed areas
during hot weather season shall adhere to the control measures as per the project heat
stress program and local regulation in the state of Qatar
9.1.5. Emergency response plan procedures shall be strictly followed in the applicable events;
a competent emergency responses coordinator will be nominated for the site; while first
aiders and fire wardens will be deployed, assembly and muster points shall be clearly
identified and fire drills will be conducted regularly Adequate rest shelters, cooled
drinking water and toilet facilities provided by HBK will be utilized by GWI and
subcontractors Work permits related to the work being done will be obtained to ensure
that no works are performed unless the relevant permits are in place The Site-Specific
Risk Assessment refers to Attachment -

10. ATTACHMENTS
10.1.1. Attachment 1 - ITP of Execution of Block Work
10.1.2. Attachment 2 - Checklist
10.1.3. Attachment 3 - Risk Assessment and Hazard Analysis

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1.1.29.
1.1.30.
1.1.31.
1.1.32.
1.1.33.
1.1.34.
1.1.35.
1.1.36.
1.1.37.
1.1.38.
1.1.39.
1.1.40.
1.1.41.
1.1.42.
1.1.43.
1.1.44. Attachment 1
1.1.45. Inspection Checklist

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1.1.46. Attachment 2
1.1.47. ITP

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1.1.48. Attachment 3
1.1.49. Risk Assessment

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