SITE VISIT OF MPA's HOSTEL LAHORE, PHASE-II

SURVEY REPORT
ADVISOR: DR. MUHAMMAD YOUSAF

TOOBA IFTIKHAR (2020-CRP-17)

COURSE OF BUILDING CONSTRUCTION AND TECHNOLOGY
DEPARTMENT OF CITY AND REGIONAL PLANNING
UNIVERSITY OF ENGINEERING AND TECHNOLOGY LAHORE
 2.7 Courtyard ........................................................ 9
TABLE OF CONTENTS 2.8 Framed Structure ............................................ 9

1 Introduction to Project............................................ 1 2.9 Raft Foundation .............................................. 9

1.1 Site Visit........................................................... 1 2.10 Tapered Slabs................................................ 10

1.2 Site Location .................................................... 1 2.11 Shear Walls ................................................... 10

1.3 Existing MPA Hostel ........................................ 2 2.12 Facilities ........................................................ 10

1.4 Project Stakeholders ....................................... 2 2.12.1 Fire Fighting System .............................. 10

1.5 Project Summary ............................................. 3 2.12.2 Fire Alarm System ................................. 10

1.6 Political Interventions ..................................... 3 2.12.3 Telephone Exchange System ................ 10

1.7 Conservation of International Heritage .......... 4 2.12.4 Internet System .................................... 11

1.8 Project Management ...................................... 4 2.12.5 Parking Management System ............... 11

2 Scope of Work ......................................................... 5 2.12.6 Lighting Conduction .............................. 11

2.1 Major Building Components ........................... 5 2.12.7 CCTV Cameras & HT LT Panels .............. 11

2.1.1 Interconnected Underpass...................... 5 2.12.8 Cooling System ..................................... 11

2.1.2 Underground Rainwater Collection Tank 5 2.13 Service Ducts................................................. 11

2.1.3 Storage Tank for Fire Fighting ................. 5 2.13.1 Punctured Slab ...................................... 11

2.1.4 Over Head Water Tank............................ 6 2.13.2 Chilling Units and Exhausts ................... 11

2.1.5 Tube Well ................................................ 6 2.14 Design of Columns ........................................ 11

2.1.6 Retention Piles ........................................ 6 3 Observations and Materials.................................. 12

2.1.7 Diesel Generator ..................................... 6 3.1 Sunken Slabs ................................................. 12

2.2 Main Building Covered Area ........................... 7 3.2 Rendering and Floor Finishing ...................... 12

2.3 Basements ....................................................... 7 3.3 Pipe Pressure Test ........................................ 12

2.4 Suite Details .................................................... 8 3.4 Scaffolding and Shuttering ........................... 12

2.5 Lift Details ....................................................... 8 3.5 Material and Machinery Used ...................... 13

2.6 Two Towers and Elevation .............................. 9 3.6 Compression Test Reports ............................ 14

2.6.1 Extension Joints....................................... 9 3.7 Observations and Recommendations........... 15

2.6.2 Elevation of Building ............................... 9

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1 INTRODUCTION TO PROJECT
Project is named as “CONSTRUCTION OF MPA's HOSTEL LAHORE, PHASE-II”. On February 9th, 2022, Chaudhry Parvez Elahi,
the Acting Governor of Punjab, initiated the construction of MPAs Hostel Phase-II, located next to the existing MPAs
Hostel. The project has been estimated to cost 2500 million as said by the Project SDO Moeed.

1.1 SITE VISIT

On March 10th, 2023, we conducted a visit to the site. By the time we arrived, the substructure and excavation work had
already been completed. The compaction work was also finished, and construction material had been delivered to the
site. The superstructure was currently being built, and the rendering work was still outstanding for all levels. At the time
of our visit to the site, the project was thirty to forty percent completed. We carefully examined various aspects of the
construction process, including type of structure, construction material, brick sizes, piles, ducts, machinery, foundation,
and the framed superstructure to gain a better understanding of the project.

1.2 SITE LOCATION

The site is located opposite to the Punjab assembly on Chinwag Rd, Garhi Shahu, Lahore, Punjab. Following are the images
of google earth and google maps showing the location of MPA Assembly Hotels.

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1.3 EXISTING MPA HOSTEL
In 1988, a project was initiated to build housing for members of the Assembly, with architect Nayyar Ali Dada appointed
as consultant. The construction was planned for the western lawn of the Assembly building, with Block A as a semicircular
building and Block B as rectangular. Block A was divided into two phases, with Phase I consisting of a basement, ground
floor, and four residential floors containing 36 suites. Construction of Phase I began in 1988 and was completed in 1992.
Phase II was originally planned for 72 residential units but was later revised to 40 suites, each consisting of a lounge,
bedroom, office, kitchen, and two bathrooms.

1.4 PROJECT STAKEHOLDERS

The project stakeholders in any construction project typically include:
• Owner/Client: The individual, organization, or entity that initiates and finances the construction project.
• Design Team/ Consultant: The group of professionals responsible for creating the design and plans for the project,
which may include architects, engineers, and consultants.
• Contractors and Subcontractors: The construction firms responsible for executing the construction work, which
may involve several subcontractors with specialized skills.
• Regulatory Agencies: Government entities responsible for enforcing building codes, issuing permits, and
conducting inspections to ensure compliance with regulations.
• End Users: The individuals or organizations that will use or occupy the finished building or infrastructure.
Following are the stakeholders for our project under study.

Sr: No. Name of Agency / Firm Role

1 Government of The Punjab Sponsoring Agency
2 Provincial Assembly of the Punjab Client/ End User
3 Communication and Works Department (Punjab Buildings Executing Agency + Structural Designer +
Department) Architect
4 M/S. Engineering Consultancy Services Punjab (Pvt.) Limited Resident Supervision
Consultant + Designer for Electrical,
Mechanical and Public Health Works
5 M/s. Iftikhar & Co. Contractor (Group no 1)
6 M/s. Shafiq Construction Company Contractor (Group no 2)

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1.5 PROJECT SUMMARY
Following is the project briefing as specified by the site engineer and data available on official website.

1 Sector Infrastructure Development

2 Sub-Sector Public Buildings
3 Sponsoring Ministry/ Agency Provincial Assembly, Government of the Punjab
4 Execution Agency C & W Department, Government of the Punjab
5 Operation & Maintenance C&W Department (Maintenance), Government of the Punjab
6 Administrative Approval 06-01-2020
7 Actual Cost / Expenditure • CAPITAL COMPONENT = 3235.158 M
• REVENUE COMPONET = 207.492 M
8 Planned Start Date 01.01-2020
9 Planned End Date 30-12-2022
10 Actual Start Date 06-01-2020
11 Gestation Period 36 Months
12 Beneficiaries Provincial Assembly
13 Approving Authority PDWP
14 Date of Issuance of Work Order April 28, 2020
15 Consultant Deployed at Project Site December 23, 2021
16 ADP No. 4584/2019-20
17 Approved Cost Rs. 1534.913 (M) Group-I
Rs. 1377.449 (M) Group-2
18 Technical Sanction Rs. 1237.139 (M) Group-I
Rs. 1250.432 (M) Group-2
19 Agreement Amount (Contractors) Rs. 1116.051 (M) Group-I
Rs. 1148.828 (M) Group-2
20 Agreement Amount (Consultant) Rs. 35,947,282

1.6 POLITICAL INTERVENTIONS

Political issues and a lack of funding led to a 10-year delay in the construction project. The PMLN party halted funding,
claiming that the project belonged to their political rivals, the PTI. In January 2011, the Chief Minister of Punjab denied
the construction of the apartments based on recommendations from the planning and development board, which
suggested alternative ways to house Punjab MPAs due to current austerity measures.

The project faced further challenges due to political interventions and changes in government, and inflation affected the
import of machinery from Japan and Europe. Operating the 2000-ton plant was also difficult which causes the entire
structure to vibrate. Warranty was also an issue due to a lack of knowledge in how to work with the imported machinery.
It just deteriorated over time and was out of use when the project was started again.

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1.7 CONSERVATION OF INTERNATIONAL HERITAGE
The building of Provincial Assembly of the Punjab was built on Shahrah-e-Quaid-e-Azam, (The Mall) Lahore. It is an
archeological declared building, and it is under UNESCO. Sandstone has been imported from Jaipur, India in the style of
an old building in the front of the new building of the assembly. Sandstone has higher costs. RAJHISTAN and Aagra
sandstone was utilized in the construction before partition.

After partition, it must be renovated. From India, it was exported to Dubai and then to Karachi port from where it was
brought to Lahore. It has been maintained by CNW. We can't change color without permission or Punjab assembly will be
cased for such act. For International heritage conservation, we don't have experts for the design and guidance so that they
can give better suggestions and ideas. In 1934, British had the concept of central air conditioning system and it's not new
for them and those chillers and ducting are still maintained in their original forms till now.

1.8 PROJECT MANAGEMENT

SAP (Systems, Applications, and Products) is an enterprise resource planning (ERP) software that can be used in project
management as mentioned by the former Project SDO. Its role in project management includes:

• Integration of project activities: SAP integrates different project activities such as planning, scheduling, resource
allocation, budgeting, and tracking into one system.
• Resource management: It can track resource availability, utilization, and allocation, ensuring that resources are
optimally used to complete the project.
• Financial management: SAP provides tools for budgeting, costing, and financial management.
• Reporting and analysis: It allows project managers to monitor progress, identify issues, and take corrective actions
as needed.

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2 SCOPE OF WORK
The building is comprising of ten storeys having two Basements & Ground + six storeys. The Main Building having one
hundred and four Suites, Laundry, Prayer Hall for one hundred and seventy five persons, I.T Rooms, Accommodation for
two hundred and fifty drivers, Security Rooms, Gymnasium, Gaming Area and two Mini conference rooms for thirty
persons.

2.1 MAJOR BUILDING COMPONENTS

The major components of this projects are as under,

2.1.1 Interconnected Underpass

The construction of an underpass is underway to link the MPA hostels with the Punjab
Assembly, with the aim of avoiding road blockages in the future.

• Relocation of Tunnel
Planning sets the stage for construction, yet construction phase evolves it further.
Due to the presence of a mosque and its minaret, there is a consideration to relocate
the underpass. The site engineers have suggested shifting the location of the
underground tunnel to address the issue of minaret as it is a part of international
heritage. The tunnel has a width of 30 feet and starts at 60 feet as shown in the
detailed plans. Tunnel cost 64 million for its construction.

• Slope for Underpass

The slope for the tunnel has been calculated to be one by fifteen, which does not meet the standard requirement of one
by ten. The elevation between the two point of the underpass is minus twenty-two feet and two feet six inches, which
also poses a challenge.

• Walls of Tunnel
To ensure stability and support, the walls of the underpass are designed to be pile retention and load bearing. The slope
for the underpass was maintained between 1/8 and 1/9, and the layout was drawn accordingly. In a proactive approach
to save time, separate retaining walls were not provided.

In summary, the construction of the underpass is a strategic solution to prevent road blockages, but careful considerations
are being taken to ensure it meets safety standards and respects the surrounding environment.

2.1.2 Underground Rainwater Collection Tank

Two underground water tanks are proposed in the project for rainwater harvesting. The
purpose of underground rainwater collection tanks is to capture and store rainwater runoff
from rooftops and other surfaces for later use. This stored water can be used for a variety of
purposes such as watering plants, flushing toilets, washing clothes, and even for drinking after
proper filtration. By collecting rainwater, underground tanks can help reduce the demand on
municipal water supplies and mitigate the impact of stormwater runoff on the local environment.

2.1.3 Storage Tank for Fire Fighting

A single water tank for firefighting is provided for the structure. The purpose of a storage tank for firefighting is to provide
a reliable source of water for fire suppression activities in buildings, facilities, or communities. These tanks are specifically
designed and installed to support firefighting systems such as fire sprinklers, fire hydrants, and standpipes.

The storage tank provides a large quantity of water that can supply multiple fire sprinkler systems at once, ensuring that
there is enough water to combat a large fire. These tanks are often required by building codes and regulations, and their
capacity is based on the size and type of the building or facility they are intended to protect.

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2.1.4 Over Head Water Tank
Water supply system is divided for each tower and two separate tanks are provided to meet the requirements of each.
There was a 35000 gallons per water tank was provided. There was an additional water tank for the purpose of fire
extinguisher system as specified above.

2.1.5 Tube Well

Seven hundred to seven fifty feet was the depth to which boring was done to acquire fresh water. Although water will be
there at one hundred and twenty feet. Two tube wells were provided, 1 cusec each to meet the demand of the building.

2.1.6 Retention Piles

A retention pile is a type of foundation system used to prevent soil collapse and provide stability to a structure in situations
where excavation is required. Retention piles are installed at an angle and are designed to resist the lateral pressure of
soil and water during excavation. They are typically used in construction projects where deep excavations are required,
such as for basements or underground structures, and where there is a risk of damage to adjacent structures or utilities
due to soil movement. The piles are usually made of reinforced concrete and are anchored to the ground using steel bars
or cables. The installation of retention piles requires specialized equipment and skilled workers.

Retention piles were constructed to prevent the surrounding buildings from collapsing due to the excavation up to twenty-
eight feet. The pressure exerted on the soil could have caused significant damage to the 3-storey high buildings that are
present in the surroundings of the project. The process of casting five hundred and twenty-one piles and placing anchors
would have taken about a year, and consultation with a geotechnical engineer was done to know the possibilities of
reducing this time. The pile depth was calculated to be forty to forty-two feet with anchors and sixty feet without anchors.
The diameter of the piles remained the same while the depth was increased where a six-inch gap was maintained between
two piles.

2.1.7 Diesel Generator

Four diesel generators were provided each of 500kva. For them, proper generator pad is provided to avoid differential
settlement and to distribute the load and vibrations to ground. Generator is placed outside the structure. There will be a
room for proper regulation and maintenance.

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2.2 MAIN BUILDING COVERED AREA
Following is the distribution of covered area within the building.

Floor Covered Area

Lower Basement Floor 119,700 sq. Ft
Upper Basement Floor 119,700 sq. Ft
Ground Floor 42,846 sq. Ft
First Floor 39,367 sq. Ft
Second Floor 39,367 sq. Ft
Third Floor 39,611 sq. Ft
Fourth Floor 39,367 sq. Ft
Fifth Floor 39,611 sq. Ft
Sixth Floor 39,367 sq. Ft
Seventh Floor 21,010 sq. Ft
Eighth Floor 3,128 sq. Ft.
Total Covered Area 543,074 sq. Ft
2.3 BASEMENTS
Two parking basements have been constructed to accommodate over one thousand cars. These basements will not only
serve the parking needs of the building but also that of the Assembly. The floors of the basements have been designed to
be level, without any slopes. If needed, cleaning can be done using wipers. To ensure proper spacing between columns, a
grid system has been implemented. Following is the parking capacity for each level.
Levels for Parking Parking Capacity

Lower Basement 260 Nos. of Cars

Upper Basement 253 Nos. of Cars
Ground Level/ Surface Parking 80 Nos. of Cars
Following are the plans showing basements and parking.

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2.4 SUITE DETAILS
Each Suit having the area of one thousand and five hundred sq meter. There are six identical floors each having sixteen
suits. Ground floor has other services along with eight suites and seventh floor has sports room and gymnasium. Detail
for suits among each storey is provided as follow.

Floors Number of Suits

Ground Floor 8 Suites
First Floor 16 Suites
Second Floor 16 Suites
Third Floor 16 Suites
Fourth Floor 16 Suites
Fifth Floor 16 Suites
Sixth Floor 16 Suites
Total No. of Suites 104 Suites
Each suite has the following main features.

• 1 bedroom with attached dress/bath

• 1 bedroom
• Kitchen
• Lounge
• Common washroom
• Geysers, washing area or service area is provided in each suit at the back. It has its way from the kitchen.

Floor plans are given as follow that represents the placement of suits and other rooms within two towers.

2.5 LIFT DETAILS

Following is the detail of elevator service:
• nine feet x nine feet is the size for luggage lift and its typically the largest size of elevator.
• nine feet x seven feet is for service and it's of intermediate size.
• seven feet x six feet is the standard size for passenger elevators in public buildings.
• Stair lobbies are provided where there are stairs for emergency exit or other purposes.
• There is no lift on roof since there is no frequent use and there are only water tanks there.

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 Elevator Type Number Size
Passenger Lifts 4 Nos. 7x6 feet
Luggage Lifts 2 Nos. 9x 9 feet
Service Lifts 2 Nos. 9x7 feet
Total No. of Lifts 08 Nos.

2.6 TWO TOWERS AND ELEVATION

Whole building is divided into two parts as seen from the top and front. They are the mirror image of each other and are
interlinked together through extension joints. Each block has eight suits in it apart from ground floor.

2.6.1 Extension Joints

Expansion joints are a type of joint used in civil engineering to accommodate the movement of structures caused by
temperature changes, settlement, or other types of deformation. In buildings, expansion joints are used to accommodate
the movement of the structure caused by temperature changes, settlement, or seismic activity. They are typically located
at the interface between different building materials or between different sections of a building.

2.6.2 Elevation of Building

Elevation is the replica of Punjab Assembly and both towers share the identical pattern of front façade as shown below.

2.7 COURTYARD
Slope should be maintained in the courtyard, but one may feel it during walking on the ground surface.
Solution was that the courtyard is divided into two parts where slopes run down towards the opposite
direction on both sides. In case if there will be water during washing and cleaning. Otherwise, roof is
covered and there will be no rainwater to accumulate in courtyard.

2.8 FRAMED STRUCTURE

A framed structure in any material is one that is made stable by a skeleton that can stand by itself as a
rigid structure without depending on floors or walls to resist deformation. Slabs are resting on beams
and beams were in turn were supported by columns. All the structure was of RCC. Columns had their
strong bases in pile foundations that further strengthens the stability of the structure.

2.9 RAFT FOUNDATION

A raft foundation is provided that is also known as mat foundation, is a type of shallow foundation used in building
construction. It is a continuous reinforced concrete slab that is designed to spread the load of a building over a large area
of soil, thereby reducing the pressure on the soil and preventing settlement of the building.

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2.10 TAPERED SLABS
A tapered slab, also known as a waffle slab, is a type of reinforced concrete slab used in building construction. It is a two-
way concrete system with a grid-like pattern of ribs and voids that create a waffle-like appearance. The voids in the slab
help to reduce the weight of the structure while maintaining its strength. Tapered slabs are commonly used in high-rise
buildings, commercial buildings, and industrial facilities due to their high strength and load-carrying capacity. They are
also preferred for their excellent thermal and acoustic insulation properties.

2.11 SHEAR WALLS

A shear wall is a structural component of a building that is designed to resist lateral forces such as wind and seismic forces.
It is typically a vertical, load-bearing wall that is reinforced with steel or other materials to provide resistance against
horizontal forces that can cause the building to sway or collapse.

Elevator walls can serve as shear walls in a building. These walls are
located around the elevator shaft and are designed to resist lateral forces.
The elevator walls are typically constructed of reinforced concrete or
other materials that provide high strength and stiffness. The elevator
walls serve the purpose of a shear wall by transferring lateral forces from
the upper floors of the building to the foundation.

Since the Shear walls/Lift Cores are the Major Components of a structure
to withstand the lateral stresses due to seismic activity. From the
inspection, Voids in the concrete wall were observed. Due to which Wall
Vertical and Transverse Steel was exposed to environment. These voids
may lead to the reduction of the structural strength and stability. Honey
combing was observed.

2.12 FACILITIES
Fire Fighting, Fire Alarm System, Telephone, Networking, H.T/L. T Panel, and CCTV Camera costs the total of 144 million.
Air conditioning system costs 81 million alone. State of the art facilities include:

2.12.1 Fire Fighting System

The firefighting system is designed to ensure the safety of the building and its occupants in the event of a fire. External
pipes are installed around the building to provide water supply in case of a fire emergency. Sprinklers are installed at
specific intervals inside the building to pour water in case of fire. Fire hose reels are provided in the building as an
additional measure for firefighting. The firefighting system helps to control the fire and limit the damage caused by it.

2.12.2 Fire Alarm System

The fire alarm system is designed to detect smoke or heat in the building and alert the occupants of the building in case
of a fire emergency. Smoke and heat detectors are installed throughout the building to ensure early detection of a fire.
Heat detectors are specifically installed in the kitchen area and smoke detectors are installed in other areas of the building.
The fire alarm system helps to warn the occupants of the building about the fire and provides them with time to evacuate
safely.

2.12.3 Telephone Exchange System

The telephone exchange system provides communication facilities to the occupants of the building. A manual call button
is provided in each room, which can be used to call for help in case of an emergency. A buzzer is given to each room, which
can be used to alert the occupants of the building in case of an emergency.

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2.12.4 Internet System
Routers are installed in each room to provide a strong and secure Wi-Fi connection. The internet system provides high-
speed internet connectivity to the occupants of the building, enabling them to stay connected with the world.

2.12.5 Parking Management System

The parking management system is designed to manage the parking of vehicles in the building. It ensures that there is
sufficient parking space available for the occupants of the building.

2.12.6 Lighting Conduction

A copper wire is installed that runs from the roof to deep in the ground and provide a conductive route for the lighting
system. This ensures that the building is properly illuminated and there is no damage caused by electricity.

2.12.7 CCTV Cameras & HT LT Panels

CCTV cameras are installed throughout the building to provide 100 percent coverage. This helps to ensure the safety of
the building and its occupants. HT LT panels are installed to control the power supply of the building.

2.12.8 Cooling System

The cooling system is designed to provide a comfortable temperature inside the building. HVAC system is not provided,
and instead, ACs are installed to provide cooling. The cooling system helps to maintain a comfortable temperature inside
the building.

2.13 SERVICE DUCTS

Service ducts are provided in architectural drawings and plans where
separate duct for each service was proposed. Sewerage and
plumbing all got separate ducts. Electric ducts will be separate. When
there is gymnasium after all floors, the continuity of ducts was
broken. These ducts were for sewerage and water supply coming
from the kitchens and bathrooms of suits.

2.13.1 Punctured Slab

The holes or punctures in the slab are made to allow the installation
of utility lines such as electrical cables, plumbing pipes, or HVAC
ducts. These utility lines need to be installed throughout the
building to provide electricity, water, or air conditioning to the
building. To run these lines, holes or punctures are made in the slab
to allow access to the spaces below.

2.13.2 Chilling Units and Exhausts

Chilling units and exhausts are provided on outside. Building is not
centrally air conditioned due to the nature of people who will be
using the suits later. Ventilation was provided on the service side at
the back side of the kitchen.

2.14 DESIGN OF COLUMNS

CNW consulted UET staff while struggling with the load on columns. Central column was much
larger in its dimensions after load calculation. Its size was adjusted accordingly. It used three times
more steel than any other column. There were double columns where needed. Dotted lines in
drawings of basements were showing beams. There was less space for car turning for which column
was displaced in the center. Proper turning was provided, and this shit of a single column effects
the rest of the structure.

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3 OBSERVATIONS AND MATERIALS

3.1 SUNKEN SLABS

Sunken slabs were provided above washrooms. They were six to eight inches down because of pipes and the provision of
ducts. Those pipes where then covered with brick ballast and finishing will be done later.

3.2 RENDERING AND FLOOR FINISHING

Elevations of cabinets will be adjusted when finishing will be done. Movable cabinets were provided where there is bay
window. The placement of cabinets will defer among suits because some will be at the front elevation of building and
others will be located at the back end. Suits at the back will be provided with fixed cabinets as per designs. There will be
one foot refilling of floor. First there will be PCC, then floor finishing will be done. At some places there was a slab puncture.
It was there due to the shifting of ducts after ground floor.

3.3 PIPE PRESSURE TEST

A pipe pressure test is a method used to check the integrity and performance of ductwork in a
building. The purpose of this test is to ensure that the ducts are free from leaks and are able to
maintain the required air pressure and flow rates.

The pressure test is typically carried out after the ductwork has been installed and before it is
commissioned. During the test, the ductwork is sealed at all joints and connections, and a
specialized blower is used to pressurize the system. The pressure is typically maintained for a
specified duration, during which any leaks in the system will cause a drop in pressure. Pressure
is checked through pumps now a days. Traditional method is still in use where ducts are filled
with water up to a certain level. If there is a drop, then it means that there is leakage
somewhere in the system.

3.4 SCAFFOLDING AND SHUTTERING

Scaffolding is a temporary structure made of wood, steel, or other materials that is erected to support workers and
materials during the construction or repair of a building or other structures. It is used to provide access to different levels
of the building, support the weight of construction materials, and provide a safe working platform for workers.

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Shuttering, also known as formwork, is a temporary structure used to support the concrete or other materials that are
poured into it to form a desired shape or structure. It is typically made of wood, steel, or other materials and is used to
mold and support concrete or other materials until they harden and gain sufficient strength.

3.5 MATERIAL AND MACHINERY USED

Following is the list of material and machinery present on site.

Aggregates Bricks Coarse Aggregate

Partition Walls between

Steel on Ground Brick Ballast
Columns

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 Cement Mixer Roller for Compaction Tubewell

Chemicals Plastic Pipes Temporary Bridge

Wood for Shuttering Steel for Scaffolding Load Lifting Equipment

3.6 COMPRESSION TEST REPORTS

Compression testing was done by the Civil Engineering Department of UET Lahore. 6th Floor columns had to bear the load
of heavy equipment of gymnasium and sports room. Compression tests were performed on concrete blocks.

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3.7 OBSERVATIONS AND RECOMMENDATIONS
After general inspection, following observations were made.

During the Building Inspection it was observed,
Mixing and Placement of Concrete were not
properly done as the voids in beams slab face. And
the Exposed steel was noticed. Mix Design and the
Placement of Fresh Concrete should be checked by
proper compaction to eliminate voids in concrete.
Steel bars were dumped on the Natural Ground instead
of placed on any Wooden Pad. Steel bars should not be
dumped on the Natural ground to avoid the rusting of
rebars.

From the visual inspection, Irregularities in Slab No safety equipment was provided to workers working
Thickness was observed due to improper formwork. on the site. Worker’s safety equipment should be
Irregularities in Slab Thickness should be removed provided to confirm the worker's safety.
by ensuring the alignment of the formwork.

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