A0-ENG-C-SP-002 - Onshore Plain & Reinforced Concrete

ADNOC Offshore Technical Standard
A0-ENG-C-SP-002 (Rev.0) May-2019
Specification
For
Onshore Plain and Reinforced Concrete
Works
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A0-ENG-C-SP-002 (Rev.0) Specification for Onshore
Plain and Reinforced Concrete Works
Copyright©2019 Abu Dhabi Company for Offshore Petroleum Operations Ltd–ADNOC Offshore
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In the event of conflict between this document and relevant law or regulation, the relevant law or
regulation shall be followed, if the document creates a higher obligations, it shall be followed as
long as this also achieve full compliance with the law and regulation.
Issue Date: May-2019 Page 3 of 62
CHANGES – CURRENT
General
Text affected by the main changes in this revision is mentioned in the table below. However, if the
changes involve a whole part, section or sub-section, normally only the title will be mentioned as
“all”.
Revision No. Revision Date Revised Section(s) / Page(s) Revision Description
This revision is based on Ex-

ADMA-OPCO SP-1010 and Ex-
0 May-2019 New ZADCO Z0-TS-C-03010 and
issued as unified ADNOC
Offshore TSD
TABLE OF CONTENTS
1. INTRODUCTION ............................................................................................. 7
1.1 Objective ................................................................................................................. 7
1.2 Scope ..................................................................................................................... 7
1.3 References .............................................................................................................. 7
1.4 Abbreviations ........................................................................................................... 8
1.5 Terms & Definitions .................................................................................................. 8
1.6 Use of Language ...................................................................................................... 8
1.7 Units ....................................................................................................................... 8
1.8 Specification Deviation/Concession Control .................................................................. 9
2. QUALITY ASSURANCE/QUALITY CONTROL .................................................... 9
2.1 General ................................................................................................................... 9
2.2 QA/QC Requirements ................................................................................................ 9
2.3 Submittals ............................................................................................................. 10
3. MATERIALS ...................................................................................................11
3.1 General ................................................................................................................. 11
3.2 Cementitious Materials ............................................................................................ 12
3.3 Aggregates ............................................................................................................ 14
3.4 Water ................................................................................................................... 18
3.5 Admixtures ............................................................................................................ 19
3.6 Concrete ............................................................................................................... 20
3.7 Reinforcement ....................................................................................................... 20
3.8 Anchor Bolts .......................................................................................................... 21
3.9 Embedded Steel ..................................................................................................... 21
3.10 Grout .................................................................................................................... 21
3.11 Tying Wire ............................................................................................................. 21
3.12 Spacer Blocks ........................................................................................................ 21
3.13 Form Release Agent (Mould Oil) ............................................................................... 21
3.14 Expansion/Separation Joint Filler .............................................................................. 22
3.15 Joint Sealing Compounds ......................................................................................... 22
3.16 Vapour Barriers ...................................................................................................... 22
4. WORK EXECUTION ........................................................................................22
4.1 General ................................................................................................................. 22
4.2 Formwork .............................................................................................................. 23
4.3 Concrete Joint ........................................................................................................ 26
4.4 Water-stops ........................................................................................................... 27

4.5 Reinforcement ....................................................................................................... 27
4.6 Embedded Items .................................................................................................... 29
4.7 Concrete Mix Requirements ..................................................................................... 30
4.8 Trial Mix Design of Concrete .................................................................................... 33
4.9 Concrete Production ................................................................................................ 34
4.10 Testing Laboratory.................................................................................................. 35
4.11 Testing of Concrete................................................................................................. 36
4.12 Testing of Harden Concrete ..................................................................................... 39
4.13 Concrete Transportation, Placement and Compaction .................................................. 40
4.14 Curing of Concrete .................................................................................................. 42
4.15 Remedial Work ....................................................................................................... 43
4.16 Protective Coating to Concrete Surface...................................................................... 44
4.17 Sub-Grade Preparation ............................................................................................ 46
4.18 Grouting ................................................................................................................ 47
5. WATER RETAINING STRUCTURE ...................................................................50
5.1 General ................................................................................................................. 50
5.2 Joints .................................................................................................................... 50
5.3 Protective Coating .................................................................................................. 50
5.4 Testing.................................................................................................................. 50
6. PRECAST CONCRETE CONSTRUCTION ...........................................................51
APPENDIX-A: ABBREVIATIONS ...........................................................................52
APPENDIX-B: DEFINITIONS ................................................................................53
B.1: General Definition .................................................................................................... 53
B.2: Special Definition ..................................................................................................... 54
APPENDIX-C: REFERENCED DOCUMENTS ............................................................55
1. INTRODUCTION
1.1 Objective
The objective of this specification is to define the minimum engineering requirements

of materials, work execution and quality control for the onshore construction of plain
and reinforced concrete works of ADNOC Offshore facilities.
1.2 Scope
1.2.1 This document describe the minimum technical requirements for furnishing and
installing materials including proportioning, mixing, placing, testing and curing of plain
and reinforced concrete.
1.2.2 This specification supplements the requirements of BS EN 206-1 or alternatively ACI

301M, Specifications for Structural Concrete.
1.3 References
1.3.1 General
The latest edition of the reference documentation, on the effective date of

award/purchase order, as listed in Appendix-C shall be read as an integral part of this
Document
The latest edition/revision of ADNOC Offshore Technical Standards Documents, on the

effective date of award/purchase order, as indicated in Status List A0-ENG-N-SL-001
shall be utilized.
1.3.2 Equivalent Standards
Standard Documents equivalent to those referred to herein shall not be substituted

without written approval from ADNOC Offshore. Approval of equivalent Standard
Documents shall not, in any way, remove responsibility from the Contractor or third
parties to meet the best practices and/or requirements of the Technical Standard
Documents referred to herein, in the event of conflict.
Any technical deviations to this document and referenced Company TSDs, International
codes and standards and project documents, including, but not limited to, the Data
Sheets and Job Specifications, shall be sought by the Vendor/Contractor as per
Company GDL-040 for Company's review and approval, prior to the proposed technical
changes being implemented. Any deviation based on non-technical basis, including cost
and schedule, shall be rejected. Technical changes implemented prior to Company's
approval are subject to rejection.
Where differences and/or conflicting issues occur between the referenced documents
themselves or the requirements of this document, the requirements of this document
shall overrule unless otherwise advised by ADNOC Offshore. However, all differences/
conflicts shall be reported in writing to the ADNOC Offshore Standards Team for
arbitration/ resolution before fabrication commences.
The Contractors, Suppliers or Third Parties shall equip themselves with copies of all the
referenced Technical Standard Documents referred in Appendix-C of this document and
shall make them readily available to all Company, or nominated representative,
personnel involved in the work.
1.3.3 Order of Precedence
In the event of a conflict between this document and the referenced codes and
standards, the following hierarchy of adherence shall be followed:
1. UAE Statutory Legislation and Regulations.

2. The ADNOC Standards, regulations, and CoP’s.
3. Project Specifications and Data Sheets.
4. This Specification.
5. ADNOC Offshore HSE Standards & Regulations.
6. ADNOC Offshore Technical Standard Documents.
7. International Codes & Standards.
1.4 Abbreviations
The abbreviations used in this Document are listed in Appendix-A.
1.5 Terms & Definitions
The definitions used in this Document are listed in Appendix-B.
1.6 Use of Language
Throughout this document, the words ‘will’, ‘may/can’, ‘should’ and ‘shall/must’, when
used in the context of actions by ADNOC Offshore or others, have specific meanings as
follows:
a. ‘Will’ is used normally in connection with an action by ADNOC Offshore and/or

nominated representative, rather than by a supplier.
b. ‘May/Can’ is used where alternatives/action are equally acceptable.
c. ‘Should’ is used where provision is preferred.
d. ‘Shall/Must’ is used where a provision is mandatory/vital.
1.7 Units
Unless otherwise indicated, all the dimensions, quantities, and unit of measurements
shall be used in specifications, datasheet, calculations and drawings in the units
mentioned in the table below.
Item Unit of Measurement

Elevations Meter (m)
Dimension Millimeter (mm)
Area m2
Volume m3
Time Second (sec)
Velocity m/sec
Frequency Hertz (Hz) or Rotation Per minute (rpm)
Force Kilo Newton (kN)
Moment Kilo Newton Meter (kNm)
Stress Mega Pascal (MPa) or Kilo Pascal (kPa)
Temperature Degree Celsius (0C)
All other units shall be in accordance with Company STD-00, Part-1.
1.8 Specification Deviation/Concession Control
Any technical deviations to the purchase order and its attachments including, but not
limited to, the Design Specifications shall be sought by the Contractor only through
Concession Request format. Concession Requests require Company’s review/approval,
prior to the proposed technical changes being implemented. Technical changes
implemented prior to Company approval are subject to rejection.
2. QUALITY ASSURANCE/QUALITY CONTROL
2.1 General
2.1.1 Concrete supply and construction shall be in accordance with all requirements of BS EN
206-1 or alternatively ACI 301M, except as modified or supplemented in this
specification or by the Contract Documents. Any conflicts or inconsistencies between
this specification, the design drawings, or other Contract Documents shall be brought
to the attention of Company for resolution.
2.1.2 Contractor shall assume full responsibility and overall guarantee for the concrete
supply. It is the Contractor’s responsibility to enforce all Purchase Order and
Specification requirements on its Subcontractors. The Contractor shall submit all
relevant Subcontractors engineering data to Company. Contractor shall obtain and
transmit all Subcontractors warranties to Company.
2.2 QA/QC Requirements
2.2.1 Contractor shall submit the quality control program and inspection procedures
documents to the Purchaser and Company for approval. These documents shall provide
details of how compliance with the requirements of this specification and Contract
Documents shall be achieved. Quality Management Systems shall comply with the
applicable requirements of ISO 9001.
2.2.2 Unless otherwise specified in the Contract Documents, Contractor shall be responsible
for furnishing a Company approved testing agency to act as the “Company’s testing
agency” as defined by BS EN 206-1 or alternatively ACI 301M.
2.2.3 Contractor shall have the right to make inspections at any time at the source of supply
of materials, at the place of preparation of materials, at the mixing plant if ready
mixed concrete is used, and during execution of all concrete work.
2.2.4 Contractor shall always have a qualified, dedicated and full time Concrete Quality
Control Engineer (CQCE), to ensure that concrete is properly produced, placed, cured
and protected in accordance with this specification. The CQCE shall be at least a
graduate civil engineer with a minimum of 10 year experience in QA/QC, or
alternatively, approved by Company, and shall be responsible for the maintenance and
submission of all specified records. The CQCE shall not report to his own site
Construction Management but to his own Head Office Management and Company
designate(s). The CQCE shall be authorized to:
a. Postpone concreting operations until outstanding requirements are fulfilled.

b. Reject materials or workmanship which does not conform to this specification.
c. Prevent the use of equipment which could cause improper construction relative to
this specification.
d. Report any non-compliance to Company within 24 hours, but prior to pouring of
concrete, and provide records as required by Company.
2.3 Submittals
2.3.1 Contractor shall submit a written Quality Control program and inspection procedures
document to the Company for approval. These documents shall provide details of how
compliance with the requirements of this Specification and Contract Documents shall
be achieved.
2.3.2 Prior to start of any fieldwork, Contractor shall prepare and submit the Method
Statement and Task Risk Analysis/Assessment for Company approval. The method
statement should include the following description and information, but not limited to:
a. Outline of the Scope of Work.

b. Organization chart.
c. Major work volume of main works.
d. Test and Inspection reports.
e. Method Statement for specific works such as concreting works, shuttering, water
control/dewatering, material compliance, etc.
f. QA/QC procedures and inspection and Test Plan.
g. Task Risk Analysis and Safety Plan/Measures.
h. Others as required as supporting documents, catalogue, sketch drawings, etc.
2.3.3 Prior to start of work, Contractor shall submit the documents listed in below Table 1
and other documents identified in this specification for Company review and approval.
If required by the Contract Documents but not listed in below Table 1 of this
specification, any additional required documentation shall be submitted in accordance
with the requirements of BS EN 206-1 or alternatively ACI 301M to Company for
review and approval.
Table 1-Data and Documents Required to Company (*)
Submittal Submission Schedule
DESCRIPTION Review, 30 days Within 30 30days

Within Freq., as
acceptance prior to days prior prior to Remarks
30 days applied
& record fabr. to pour install.
Bar Bending Schedule
(Reinforcing steel x x once each str.
shop drawings)
Testing agency
qualifications
x x once
Material certification
and test reports
x x (**)
Concrete supplier QC
program
x x once
Concrete trial mix each mix
x x once
design design
Data on formwork
release agent x x once
proposed for use
Plan of reshoring
As per site
procedures and x x
need
operations
Post insp.
Inspection records
x /as per site
and reports
need
Contractor QC
x x once
program
Contractor QA
x x once
program
Contractor safety
x x once
Program
Notes:
1- (*) - Documentation other than specified in Table 1 (as identified in this

specification) shall also be submitted to Company.
2- (**) - As required by Company or project specification.
3- In addition to the requirements above, the following shall be provided for pre-cast
concrete fabrication and manufacture:
o Fabrication/Manufacturer Track Record,
o Design lift and stacking calculations/drawings,
o Inspection/Testing Records – NDT and DT,
o Engineering, Procurement, Manufacturing and Testing Schedule,
o Progress Report.
3. MATERIALS
3.1 General
3.1.1 Particulars relating to materials shall be clearly indicated on the delivery note; invoice
or Supplier's certificate supplied with each consignment and shall include:
a. The name, trademark or other means of identification of the Manufacturer.

b. Date of manufacture.
c. Statement of compliance with the relevant specification, or standard.
d. Source of all material. Company approved source of material shall only be

acceptable.
3.1.2 The Contractor shall make the following submittals to the Company Representative:
a. Source and Manufacturer of materials to be used in concrete production.

b. Material Test Certificate for all material to be used.
c. Test results on suitability of cement.
d. Test results on suitability of aggregates.
e. Type of reinforcement.
f. Manufacturers Certificate for steel reinforcement showing compliance with
Specification.
g. Trial mix design parameters and test results.
h. Details of laboratory testing ability.
i. Works and test results.
j. Details specified for large pours.
3.2 Cementitious Materials
3.2.1 General
The type cement shall be selected based on site exposure class (e.g. highly chemical
such as sulphate or chloride, sea water, etc.) as recommended by Geotechnical
Consultant or as specified in Project Specifications.
3.2.2 Type of Cement
3.2.2.1 Cement shall be Portland cement conforming to BS EN 197-1 or ASTM C150/C150M

with the following limitations:
a. Type I cement but containing a tricalcium aluminate (C3A) content of minimum

8% and maximum 12% by weight. Used for general construction (most of
buildings, pavement, etc.)
b. Type II cement but containing a tricalcium aluminate (C3A) content of minimum
4% and maximum 8% by weight. Used for construction of structures exposed to
soil or water containing sulfate ions.
c. Type V cement but containing a tricalcium aluminate (C3A) content of maximum
5% by weight. Used for construction of structures/foundations exposed to high
levels of sulfate ions. Use of Type V cement for structural concrete subjected to
Company approval.
3.2.2.2 Cement shall be low-alkali cement in accordance with Table 5-2 of ASTM
C150/C150M. Magnesium oxide content shall not exceed 4% by weight of cement, as
tested in accordance with ASTM C114.
3.2.2.3 Ground Granulated Blast-furnace Slag (GGBS) Cement: To improve durability

of concrete GGBS cement may be used in a combination of Portland cement,
confirming to BS EN 197 or ASTM C150 & GGBS confirming to BS EN 15167. Use of
GGBS cement subjected to Company approval.
3.2.2.4 Sulphate Resisting Cement (SRC) conforming to BS 4027 (or equivalent ASTM) shall
be used for blinding concrete, screed, mass concrete and un-reinforced concrete.
3.2.2.5 High alumina and Rapid hardening cement shall not be used in any concrete works.
3.2.2.6 For the material requirements of silica fume used as partial cement replacement,
refer to clause 3.5.2.
3.2.3 Tests
3.2.3.1 Cement shall be obtained from a single source approved by Company and shall not
be changed without Company approval.
3.2.3.2 Tests for cement such as chemical composition, fineness, soundness, strength test
(compression) and setting time shall be carried out as per BS EN 197-1 and BS EN
196 or alternatively equivalent ASTM for each shipment of cement.
3.2.3.3 Company shall have the right to call for additional testing of the cement at any point,
for example manufacturing facility, supplier warehouse, and batch plant to establish
conformance of cement with this specification.
3.2.4 Storage of Cement
3.2.4.1 Cement shall be stored in dry, weather-tight and well-ventilated enclosures (storage)
to prevent absorption of moisture.
3.2.4.2 The cement shall be suitably protected during storage to avoid deterioration in
quality. Cement in bags shall be stored under a shade to maintain relative humidity
level not exceeding 60%.
3.2.4.3 Cement shall be ordered well in advance to ensure an adequate and continuous
supply.
3.2.4.4 Cement shall be of recent manufacture and shall be used within a period
recommended by manufacturer. Cement stored for longer than recommended days
shall be tested for “loss on ignition” and other applicable test periods prior to use,
and if it fails the test shall not be used in the works. Cement storing silos at site shall
be fitted with thermometers and cement temperature shall be checked twice a day.
3.2.4.5 Any damaged bag of cement shall be rejected. Any cement with incipient setting or
traces of humidity shall be rejected.
3.2.4.6 Bagged cement shall be delivered to site in the Supplier’s original sealed bags or
containers and shall be stocked in a dry, weather tight, properly ventilated covered
structure, with adequate provisions for preventing the adsorption of moisture and
raised at least 150 mm off the ground to prevent deterioration. Suitable
shade/covering shall be provided to limit the temperature to 40°C. Cement in bags
shall not be stacked to a height greater than 1.5 m.
3.2.4.7 Different types of cement shall be stored separately in clearly defined areas.
3.2.5 Cement Transportation
Cement shall be delivered to the site in sealed and branded bags, or in the
Manufacturer’s containers, bearing the Manufacturer’s name, cement type and date of
manufacture.
3.3 Aggregates
3.3.1 General
3.3.1.1 Aggregates shall conform to BS EN 12620 or ASTM C33/C33M, except as specified

herein.
3.3.1.2 Carbonate and dolomitic materials shall not be permitted.
3.3.1.3 Water used to wash aggregates shall meet the requirements of subsection 3.4.
3.3.1.4 All aggregates shall comply in every respect with BS EN 12620 or ASTM C33/C33M.
In case where light weight aggregates may be used for fireproofing concrete,
aggregates shall comply with BS EN 13055-1. Contractor shall comply with the
further restrictions indicated in this section. The aggregates shall be well graded,
clean, hard, strong, durable, chemically inert, and free from undesirable materials
such as clay, silts, organic matter or other impurities. Aggregates shall be obtained
from a Company approved source.
3.3.1.5 Coarse and fine aggregates shall be natural gravels or stone crushed rock confirming
to BS EN 12620 or BS 882 or ASTM C33/C33M from the source approved by
Company.
3.3.1.6 Dune and beach sand shall not be used as fine aggregate. The source of light weight
aggregate shall be approved by the Company.
3.3.1.7 Aggregates shall consist of fine aggregates (those passing a 5 mm (3/16") sieve, and
coarse aggregates (those retained on a 5 mm (3/16") sieve batched separately
which, when combined together, give a grading curve which lies within BS EN 12620
or ASTM C33/C33M limits for all aggregates.
3.3.1.8 All aggregates shall be obtained from the same source (approved by Company at the
commencement of the works), throughout the contract. Aggregates shall be obtained
from the source and tested to ensure only aggregates conforming to this specification
arrive at the batching plant.
3.3.1.9 During excavation at a particular source of aggregate care shall be taken to ensure
the excavation does not get too close to the high water mark where there may be a
high concentration of salts due to the evaporation of water.
3.3.1.10 Where limestone aggregate is used for the coarse aggregate, the Contractor shall
satisfy the Company that the proposed aggregate is compatible with the cement
and that its use will not give rise to a chemical reaction between the alkali in the
cement and the aggregate, which would affect the durability of the concrete.
3.3.2 Coarse Aggregate
3.3.2.1 Tests
a. Coarse aggregates shall be tested in accordance with relevant BS EN 1097 or

ASTM Codes of standard practices and the results of such tests shall be as
hereinafter specified, the percentages being by weight unless specified otherwise
in project documents.
b. Coarse aggregate shall be selected, re-crushed, finish screened and washed as
necessary to comply with the test requirements in Table 2 below and Contractor
shall submit the test certificates for the Company approval.
Table 2-Test Requirements for Coarse Aggregates
Percentage max. by
Tests Reference Standard
Weight (unless as noted)
Aggregate Impact Value ASTM C131/BS EN 1097 45
Los Angeles abrasion loss (grading
ASTM C131 30
A or B)
Ratio of Los Angeles abrasion loss
ASTM C131 0.25
at 100 and 500 revolutions
Free fine particles, Clay lumps and
ASTM C142 1.0
friable particles
BS EN 933-1
Material finer than 75 micron 1.0
(ASTM C117)
BS EN 1097
Water absorption 2.0
(ASTM C127)
BS 1881-124 As in ASTM C33M,
Reactive silica
(ASTM C127 0r C289) Appendix XI
BS EN 1744-1 (clause 7)
Chlorides as Cl 0.02
AASHTO T259
BS EN 1744-1(clause 12)
Sulphates as SO3 0.40
(ASTM C1012/C1012M)
Magnesium sulfate soundness loss,
ASTM C88 12.0
5-cycles
3.3.2.2 Gradation
a. The maximum coarse aggregate size should not exceed 20 mm for normal
concrete works. For mass concrete work, the maximum coarse aggregate size
shall not exceed 40 mm, subjected to Company approval.
b. Unless specified otherwise in the project documents, the gradation of coarse
aggregates shall be determined in accordance with BS 812 and shall be within the
limits given in Table 3.
c. Unless specified otherwise in the Contract Documents, coarse aggregate for mass
concrete, i.e. without reinforcement, shall be as given in Table 3.
Table 3-Gradation of Coarse Aggregate
Percentage by mass passing BS 410 sieves for nominal aggregate sizes

Sieve Size Graded Aggregates Single Sized Aggregates
(mm)
40 20 14 10 5
40-5 (mm) 20-5 (mm) 40-5 (mm)
(mm) (mm) (mm) (mm) (mm)
50.0 100 -- -- 100 -- -- -- --
85 to
37.5 90 to 100 100 -- 100 -- -- --
100
85 to
20.0 35 to 70 90 to 100 100 0 to 25 100 -- --
100
85 to
14.0 25 to 55 40 to 80 90 to 100 -- 0 to 70 100 --
100
5 to
10.0 10 to 40 30 to 60 50 to 85 0 to 5 0 to 25 0 to 50 100
100
45 to
5.0 0 to 5 0 to 10 0 to 10 -- 0 to 5 0 to 10 0 to 25
100
2.36 -- -- -- -- -- -- 0 to 5 0 to 30
3.3.3 Fine Aggregate
3.3.3.1 Tests
a. Fine aggregates shall be tested in accordance with relevant BS EN or ASTM Codes

of standard practices and the results of such tests shall be as hereinafter
specified, the percentages being by weight unless specified otherwise in Project
documents.
b. Fine aggregate shall be natural sand or sand derived by crushing gravel or stone
and shall be free from coagulated lumps. Sand derived from stone unsuitable for
coarse aggregate shall not be used as fine aggregate.
c. The caustic soda test for organic impurities shall show a colour not deeper than
that of the standard solution. The amount of fine particles as ascertained by the
laboratory sedimentation test shall not exceed 10% for crushed stone and 3% for
natural sand or crushed gravel. In the setting test, and after being allowed to
settle for three hours, the thickness of the layer of silt deposited on the coarser
material shall not exceed 6% by volume.
d. Fine aggregate shall consist of sand with rounded or sub-rounded particles and
shall be washed as necessary to comply with the test requirements in Table 4.
Table 4-Test Requirements for Fine Aggregates
Percentage max. by Weight (unless as

Test Standard
noted)
Clay lumps and friable particles ASTM C142 1.0
BS EN 933-1
Material finer than 75 micron 3.0
(ASTM C117)
BS EN 1744-1, Cl 15 Stiffening time difference <30min.
Organic impurities
(ASTM C40) Compressive strength difference <5%
BS EN 1097-6
Water absorption 2.3
(ASTM C128)
BS EN 1744-1, Cl-7
Chlorides as Cl 0.03
(AASHTO T259)
BS EN 1744-1,Cl-12,
Sulphates as SO3 0.1
(ASTM C1012M)
3.3.3.2 Gradation
a. Unless specified otherwise in the Contract Documents, the gradation of fine

aggregates shall be determined in accordance with BS 812 and within the limits
given in Table 5.
Table 5-Gradation of Fine Aggregate
Percentage by mass passing BS 410 sieve

Sieve Size Additional Limits for Gradation
Overall Limits
C M
10.0 mm 100 -- --
5.0 mm 89 to 100 -- --
2.36mm 60 to 100 60 to 100 65 to 100
1.18 mm 30 to 100 30 to 90 45 to 90
600 μm 15 to 100 15 to 54 25 to 80
300 μm 5 to 70 5 to 40 5 to 48
150 μm 0 to 15 -- --
b. Individual fine aggregates may comply with the requirements of more than one
gradation. Alternatively, some fine aggregates may satisfy the overall limits but
may not fall within any one of the additional limits C, M and F. In such case and
where fine aggregates do not comply with above table, an alternate gradation of
fine aggregate which can produce required quality of concrete, may be proposed
to Company for approval along with all test results.
3.3.4 Sources
Aggregates shall be from Company approved sources and comply with the
requirements of this specification. Once a source of aggregate has been established
and approved by Company, it shall not be changed without Company approval.
3.3.5 Testing and Submittals
3.3.5.1 Contractor shall perform the tests specified in Table 2, 3, 4 & 5 above for each type
of aggregate and every proposed source, and submit the test results for Company
review and acceptance. The test results shall be submitted within thirty-forty five
(30-45) days of from tests performed.
3.3.5.2 Test Frequency: The frequency of tests for the samples of aggregate delivered to
batch plant site or project site shall be taken and tested by Contractor through
independent testing laboratory in accordance with the following Table 6. The
minimum frequency of tests shall be carried out as mentioned in Table 6 or per
100m3, whichever is the more frequent.
Table 6-Minimum Frequency of Tests
Test Frequency
Type of Tests Coarse Fine
Aggregate Aggregate
Gradation 1 1
Aggregate Impact Value 4 -
Los Angeles abrasion loss (grading A or B) 1 -
Ratio of Los Angeles abrasion loss at 100 & 500 revolutions 1 -
Elongation & Flakiness 4 -
10% fines value 7 -
Specific Gravity & Water absorption 7 7
Clay lumps and friable particles 7 1
Hollow Shell content 1 1
Material finer than 75 micron 1 1
Organic impurities - 30
Reactive silica 3 1
Acid soluble Chloride & Sulphate content 4 1
Potential Alkali reactivity 1 1
Magnesium sulfate soundness loss, 5-cycles 30 5
Drying shrinkage 1 -
3.3.5.3 The aggregate producer or Contractor shall provide the following data including test
results for the typical properties of the aggregate as required in Tables 2, 3, 4 and 5.
a. Source of supply
 Name and location of quarry or pit (grid reference),
 Country or region,
 Location of sampling.
b. Aggregate type.
c. Typical properties
i. Coarse natural aggregate,
 Grading as per Table 3;
 Aggregate physical & chemical tests result as per Table 2,
ii. Fine natural aggregate,
 Grading as per Table 5;
 Aggregate Physical & Chemical tests as per Table 4.
3.3.5.4 To confirm that the aggregates meet the requirements of this specification, Company
may require additional testing of samples of aggregates delivered to site or for
aggregate at the source of supply, by an independent testing laboratory engaged by
Contractor.
3.3.6 Storage
3.3.6.1 Contractor shall at all times maintain on site sufficient quantities of each type of
aggregate to be sufficient to ensure continuity of work.
3.3.6.2 Aggregates shall be stored under shade on a hard impervious surface, and each size
and type shall be stored in separate heaps without intermixing.
3.3.6.3 Storage conditions shall prevent contamination of the aggregates by windblown dust,
and other foreign material.
3.3.6.4 Fine and coarse aggregates shall be separated by permanent substantial partitions in
the storage.
3.3.6.5 The methods of storing, shading and cooling aggregates shall be subject to prior
Company approval.
3.4 Water
3.4.1 Potable water shall be used in the production of concrete, placement of concrete,
production of ice used in concrete operations, washing aggregates, cooling aggregates,
curing concrete, and cleaning, wetting and cooling the forms.
3.4.2 Water shall be free from impurities, oil, acid, salts, alkali, organic matter and other
potentially deleterious substances. Sea water and brackish water shall not be used.
3.4.3 Chemical Content in Water: Water shall comply with the requirements of BS EN 1008
or ASTM D512. The chemical content shall not exceed the limits required below:
a. Chloride ion content: 500 mg/L (ppm)

b. Sulphate (SO3) content: 1000 mg/L (ppm)
c. Total dissolved solids: 2000 mg/L (ppm)

d. Suspended solid: 2000 mg/L (ppm)
e. Alkali bicarbonate/carbonate (HCO3)/(CO3): 100 mg/l (ppm)
f. The pH value of water shall be between 7.0 and 8.0.
The chloride and sulphate contents of each concrete mix shall also comply with overall
limits given in other section of this document.
3.4.4 When a source of supply for water has been established based on the above
requirements, and has been approved by Company, the source shall not be changed
without Company approval. Samples of water delivered to site and to the concrete
batch plant shall be taken weekly and tested for the above mentioned contents by
Contractor.
3.4.5 If the water samples are failed to meet the above mentions requirements, Contractor
shall either change to a new water supply or take necessary steps to improve the
existing source of water, as approved by Company.
3.4.6 Contractor shall have a continuous supply of water needed to perform all concrete
operations without interruption. If needed, Contractor shall install a temporary back-up
water storage facility on site.
3.5 Admixtures
3.5.1 General
3.5.1.1 When specified or approved by Company for use, chemical admixtures shall conform
to BS EN 934 or ASTM C494/C494M and shall be used in accordance with
Manufacturer’s recommendations. The admixtures shall not reduce the strength of
concrete.
3.5.1.2 Superplasticizer (high range water reducing admixtures) shall meet the requirements
of BS EN 934 or ASTM C494/C494M and ASTM C1017/C1017M.
3.5.1.3 Calcium chloride or admixtures containing chlorides shall not be used.
3.5.1.4 The suitability and effectiveness of any admixture shall be verified by trial mixes with
cements, aggregates and other materials to be used in the works.
3.5.1.5 If two or more admixtures are to be used simultaneously in the same concrete mix,
data shall be provided to assess their interaction and to ensure their compatibility.
3.5.1.6 Admixtures shall not impair the durability of the concrete nor combine with the
ingredients to form harmful compounds nor increase the risk of corrosion of the
reinforcement.
3.5.2 Addition/Silica Fume
3.5.2.1 Additions other than silica fume shall not be permitted. Silica fume shall be in
accordance with BS EN 13263 or ASTM C1240. Further refer to subsection 4.7 of this
document for the required applications and mix requirements utilizing silica fume.
3.5.2.2 The silica fume shall originate from a single furnace and shall be fresh furnace stock
not more than 3 months old at the time of dispatch from the Manufacturer’s works. It
shall be stored in purpose built silos before densification and bagging. Delivery of
silica fume to the concrete batching plant shall be in dry powder form. The silica
fume shall be shipped in sealed containers. The packaging shall not deteriorate under
ultra-violet exposure for a minimum of 3 months after delivery. The silica fume shall
be supplied and used in strict accordance with the Manufacturer’s instructions.
3.5.2.3 Silica fume shall be obtained from a Company approved Supplier. Contractor shall
provide the following details to the Company:
a. Documentation confirming that the silica fume complies with BS EN 13263 or

ASTM C1240.
b. Manufacturer, supplier brand and source of furnace.
c. Certificates of Origin, Bills of Lading, ISO Certification relating to silica fume
production.
d. Chemical composition of the silica fume.
e. Certificates of analysis, including batch numbers and container numbers relating
to each analysis. The certificates shall bear the corporate stamp and signature of
the authorized person directly responsible for the analysis at the origination
factory.
f. Records of previous usage in similar environments, particularly hot climates.
g. Manufacturer’s storage and use requirements.
h. Any precautions necessary for health and safety when handling.
i. Confirmation that the Company has the right of access to the Supplier’s works to
inspect and verify all claims made by the Supplier.
j. Confirmation that the supply shall be adequate to meet the anticipated peak
requirement.
3.5.2.4 Supplier’s test certification shall be provided for each delivery of silica fume.
Certificate shall confirm that the silica fume complies with all requirements listed
above, and shall be submitted by the Contractor along with the mix design approval.
3.5.2.5 Company shall have the right to call for tests on each delivery of silica fume, to
confirm it meets the requirements of this specification. In such cases, samples shall
be provided for testing in sufficient.
3.6 Concrete
Unless otherwise specified in the Contract Documents, Concrete design strength at 7 &
28 days shall be as per clause 4.7.4.
3.7 Reinforcement
3.7.1 High strength deformed bars shall be used as Reinforcing steel and shall conform to
Type 2 HYSD as per BS 4449, BS EN 10089 Grade 460 or Grade 500 or ASTM
A615/A615M Grade 60.
3.7.2 Welded wire fabric shall conform to BS 4483 Grade 70 for wire diameters of 5 mm and
greater or ASTM A185/A185M.
3.7.3 Epoxy coating of re-bars shall be as per project requirement or as directed by

Company.
3.8 Anchor Bolts
Anchor bolts shall conform to BS 7419 Grade 4.6 or ASTM F1554 Grade 36. Screw
threads shall be in accordance with BS 3643 or equivalent with further reference to
Company document, A0-ENG-C-STD-001.
3.9 Embedded Steel
Rolled shapes and plates shall conform to EN 10025 – Grade S275 JR with a minimum
yield stress of 275 MPa or ASTM A36 and shall me hot-dip galvanized.
3.10 Grout
Unless otherwise specified in the Contract Documents, Grout material and its area of
application shall be in accordance with Company’s Design Criteria for Onshore
Structures, A0-ENG-C-STD-001.
3.11 Tying Wire
3.11.1 Wire used for fixing reinforcement shall be 1.5 mm diameter black annealed soft iron
tying wire, or No. 16 galvanized tying wire.
3.11.2 Tying wire used for concrete surface indirect contact with soil or ground water, bride
superstructures or any critical structures shall be 1.2 mm diameter stainless steel
wire.
3.12 Spacer Blocks
3.12.1 Concrete spacer blocks shall be made from similar grade of parent concrete and shall
have not metallic ties. The spacer blocks shall have 30-minute water absorption and
tested in accordance with the BS 1881-12. Spacers shall not lead to reinforcement
corrosion and not cause concrete cover spalling.
3.12.2 The use of pre-cast mortar blocks, using 5 mm maximum size aggregate, to the
same grade as the main concrete element, made off-site, may only be used if
sufficient quality control is assured.
3.12.3 PVC spacers shall not be used due to differential expansion and contraction to the
main concrete elements, resulting in gaps through which aggressive salts may attack
the reinforcement. Plastic or Timber spacers shall not be used.
3.12.4 Spacers (or chairs) shall be placed at a maximum spacing of 1 m.
3.13 Form Release Agent (Mould Oil)
Form Release (Mould oil) shall be a Company approved, mineral type oil, free from of
any chlorides or sulphates and shall be insoluble in water, non-staining and non-
injurious to the concrete. Diesel oil or similar oils shall not be used under any
circumstances.
3.14 Expansion/Separation Joint Filler
3.14.1 Unless otherwise noted in the design drawings, the following expansion/separation
joint filler shall be used.
3.14.2 Filler material shall be compressible, non-extruding, bitumen impregnated fibre board
with greater than 85% recovery as per ASTM D 1751, no disintegration in weathering
test, of extrusion less than 1.2 mm as per ASTM D 1751 and distortion less than 0.7
mm as per ASTM D 944.
3.14.3 Expansion joint filler shall be fixed firmly to the first-placed concrete. If more than
one strip is used within a joint, the ends shall be taped together to prevent grout
leakage. The concrete on both sides of the joint shall be thoroughly compacted to
form a dense, uniform mass.
3.13.4 The use of crack inducers for contraction joints shall be subject to approval by the
Company Representative.
3.15 Joint Sealing Compounds
3.15.1 Sealing compound shall be elastic type material and installed strictly in accordance
with the Manufacturer’s instructions.
3.15.2 Joint sealants shall be supplied and fixed in accordance with the details on the
drawings and the following clauses.
a. The sealant shall be compatible with the product coming in contact.

b. Hot poured sealants shall comply with the requirements of BS 2499.
c. Cold poured sealants for joints in pavements and footways shall comply with the
requirements of BS 5212.
d. Two part polysulphide-based sealing compounds shall comply with BS 4254.
3.16 Vapour Barriers
Unless specified otherwise in the Contract Documents, vapour barriers to underside of

concrete in contact with the ground shall be heavy duty, minimum thickness 1000
gauge (0.25 mm thick) polythene sheeting in longest length and widest width available
and lapped not less than 300 mm at all joints and intersections.
4. WORK EXECUTION
4.1 General
Storage, handling, measuring, mixing, transporting, and placing of concrete materials

shall follow the methods and means outlined herein and in accordance with BS EN 206
and BS 8500 or alternatively ACI 304R and comply with Manufacturer’s
recommendation for handling, storage, and protection.
4.2 Formwork
4.2.1 General
4.2.1.1 Formwork shall be designed in accordance with BS 5975, BS 8110 or ACI 301M.
Design calculation and execution of formwork shall take into account climatic
conditions, the expected heat of hydration and finishing of concrete surfaces.
4.2.1.2 Concrete formwork shall be to the required surface finish of the concrete. Formwork
shall be designed, erected, supported, braced, constructed and maintained so that it
will sustain all vertical and lateral loads until such loads can be supported by the
concrete structure itself.
4.2.1.3 Forms shall conform to the shape and dimensions of the members shown on the
design drawings. Forms shall be true, rigidly constructed, and sufficiently tight to
prevent leakage of cement paste. All forms for exposed work shall be free of defects
likely to cause imperfections in the surface of the concrete.
4.2.1.4 The Contractor shall assume full responsibility for both design and construction of all
formwork as to safety, strength, allowances for tolerances and maintenance of design
shapes. The Contractor shall submit design calculations and formwork construction
drawings. Responsibility for safe removal of whole or any part of the formwork shall
rest with the Contractor.
4.2.1.5 A period of not less than 24 hours’ notice shall be given to the Company
representative to allow for the examination and approval of the form work and
reinforcement prior to placing concrete.
4.2.1.6 Forms shall be constructed to facilitate their removal without damage to the
concrete. Openings for inspection of the inside of formwork and for escape of water
used for washing out dust, wood shavings or other extraneous matter, shall be
formed so that they can be closed tight before placing concrete.
4.2.1.7 Formwork joints shall be constructed such as to permit easy removal and shall be
either nailed, screwed, bolted, clamped, wired, or otherwise secured so as to be
strong enough to retain correct shape during compaction of the concrete. Bolt holes
in concrete shall be made good after removal of bolts.
4.2.1.8 Formwork shall be true to line, and braced and strutted to prevent deformation
underweight and pressure of unset concrete, dynamic and static loads associated
with constructional activities, wind, and other forces. Deflection shall not exceed 3
mm for all surfaces.
4.2.1.9 Formwork for beams and slabs shall be erected so that forms on the sides of beams
and soffits of slabs can be removed without disturbing beam bottoms or props under
beam bottoms. Props for an upper story shall be placed directly over those in the
story immediately below and the lowest prop shall be supported on a surface
sufficiently strong to carry up to two stories.
4.2.1.10 Before placing concrete, bolts and fixings shall be fixed securely in position, and
cores and other devices used for forming openings, holes, pockets, chases,
recesses, and other cavities shall be fixed to formwork.
4.2.1.11 When concrete is to be vibrated, special care shall be taken to maintain the stability
of the formwork and the rightness of the joints during vibrating operations.
4.2.1.12 All edges of permanently exposed concrete members shall have a chamfer of 20
mm minimum.
4.2.2 Form Materials
4.2.2.1 Forms shall be suitable for the work to be performed and may be of dressed timber,
plywood, metal or other suitable materials as approved by Company. Type of forms
for different concrete surface finishes shall be used as given in Table 7.
Table 7-Form Materials
Type of Finish Type of Form Material

Fair face concrete surfaces above Type F1 - Marine plywood minimum
ground/non-plastered concrete surface 18mm thick, maximum usage 2 times.
Plastered concrete surface, above Type F2 - Commercial plywood, minimum
ground 18 mm thick.
Type -F3- Wrought wood/minimum
Below grade concrete surface
12 mm thick commercial plywood
4.2.2.2 Timber shall be well-seasoned, free from loose knots and, except where otherwise
approved, wrought on all faces. Faces in contact with concrete shall be free from
adherent grout, projecting nails, splits and other defects. Joints shall be sufficiently
tight to prevent leakage of cement grout and to avoid formation of fins or other
blemishes.
4.2.2.3 Faulty joints shall be caulked. Unless specified in the Contract Documents, 25 mm
chamfers shall be formed on all external exposed corners of concrete members.
4.2.2.4 Formwork shall be cleared out of all dust, wood shavings, dirt and other extraneous
material by blowing out with compressed air before any concrete is placed.
4.2.2.5 Before concreting, all formwork shall be wetted with clean water. Temporary
openings shall be provided at the base of column and wall forms to facilitate cleaning
and inspection.
4.2.3 Ties and Spacers
4.2.3.1 Internal form ties shall be of such a nature that no permanent metallic part has less
cover than the reinforcement.
4.2.3.2 Snap-ties or through-bolts shall not be used below ground water table. The ties shall
be constructed to permit removal of the ends or end fasteners by unskilled workmen,
without causing spalling at the faces of the concrete.
4.2.3.3 Form ties shall be designed to give, on removal of the ends or end fasteners, a
recess having a maximum dimension of 50 mm.
4.2.3.4 Waterproof through-tie system shall be used for underground structures.
4.2.3.5 Holes left by withdrawal of tie-rods shall be filled solidly with Company approved
non-shrink cementitious repair mortar, which shall be flush with the surface.
4.2.3.6 Form accessories that remain embedded in the concrete (e.g., ties and hangers) shall
be a commercially manufactured type.
4.2.4 Tolerances
4.2.4.1 Formwork shall be constructed so that the concrete surfaces will conform to the
following tolerance limits.
a. Variations from plumb in columns, piers and walls 2 mm in 1000 mm.

b. Variation from level in slab and beam soffits 2 mm in 1000 mm. Where necessary
to maintain this tolerance, the formwork shall be cambered to compensate for
anticipated deflections in the formwork due to the weight and pressure of the
fresh concrete and due to construction loads.
4.2.4.2 The holes left by the removal of the ties and air holes (pores) shall be filled with
mortar mix consists of 1 part of cement to 1.5 parts of sand. Tolerances apply to
concrete dimension only and not to positioning of vertical reinforcing steel, dowels or
embedded items.
4.2.5 Coating
4.2.5.1 Before concreting is commenced, the forms and previously cast concrete shall be
thoroughly cleaned and free from all sawdust, tie wire, shavings, dust, dirt and other
foreign material.
4.2.5.2 Formwork shall be coated with a Company approved release agent before the
reinforcement is placed. It shall be non-staining, nonreactive, rust preventive and
guaranteed to be compatible with subsequent surface applications to the concrete.
4.2.5.3 Surplus coating on formwork shall be removed prior to concrete placement. Care
shall be taken that the release agent does not contact concrete or reinforcement
which will bond with new concrete.
4.2.5.4 The use of coating for forms, or the use of release agents, shall conform to ACI 301M
and ACI 347.
4.2.5.5 The insides surfaces of wood forms shall be soaked with clean water within half hour
before pouring concrete. Forms and adjacent concrete surfaces shall be saturated,
but standing water puddles on any surfaces shall not be permitted.
4.2.6 Cleaning
Formwork shall be designed in a way that it can be cleaned out immediately prior to
concreting, with temporary access holes provided where necessary. Access holes shall
also be provided to allow checking of the concrete cover to reinforcement.
4.2.7 Removal of Forms and Shoring
4.2.7.1 Form removal shall be in accordance with BS EN 1992-1 and BS EN 206-1 or

alternatively ACI 301M and ACI 347, unless noted herein.
a. Formwork for columns, walls (except tanks), sides of beams and other parts not
supporting the weight of the concrete may be removed as soon as the concrete
has hardened sufficiently to resist damage from form removal operations, but not
sooner than 48 hours.
b. Formwork and shoring for the tanks, slabs, beams and joists, and other structural
members that have to support the weight of the concrete or any other loads
causing bending stress, shall not be removed until the concrete has reached 75%
of its 28 day compressive strength specified in subsection 4.7 or before time
period specified below. Determination of the 75% concrete strength shall be
based on testing field cured concrete cylinders/cube at a minimum age of 3 days.
4.2.7.2 Unless specified in project document, the minimum striking period for formworks
shall be in accordance with BS 8110, however the formworks shall not be removed
before the minimum striking periods specified in Table 8 below.
Table 8-Minimum Striking Period of Formworks
Sr.
Category of Formwork Min. Striking Period
No.
Vertical Sides forms of Walls, beams and
1 24 hrs
Columns
2 Soffit forms to slab (props left under slab) 7 days
3 Soffit forms of beams (props left under beam) 10 days
4 Props to beam and slab 14 days
5 Props of cantilever 21 days
4.2.7.3 All shoring requirements with details shall be submitted for Company approval.
4.2.7.4 Unless specified otherwise in the Contract Documents, formed concrete surfaces shall
be constructed in accordance with the tolerances shown in ACI 117.
4.3 Concrete Joint
4.3.1 General
All joints shall be located and constructed in accordance with the Company’s Design
Criteria, A0-ENG-C-STD-001. Any variation from the location specified shall be
approved by the Company.
4.3.2 Construction Joints
4.3.2.1 Where construction joints are defined in construction drawings, no deviation shall be
allowed without the agreement of Company. Additional construction joints, required
because of limitation of concreting, shall be approved by Company.
4.3.2.2 The joint surface shall be roughened to remove laitance without disturbing the coarse
aggregate by pressure jetting with air and water or wire brushing. If the concrete
joint surface to receive new concrete is more than one (1) hour old, then the
concrete joint surface shall be primed with the approved bonding agent prior to
placement of new concrete. Joint shall be cleaned if necessary, prior to placing fresh
concrete. The new concrete shall be well worked against the old face, to ensure a
good joint.
4.3.2.3 Construction joints shall be at right angles to the main rebar in the member, unless
otherwise shown on the construction drawings. Stop ends for vertical joints should be
removed as soon as it is practical without damaging the concrete face.
4.3.3 Expansion Joints
4.3.3.1 Details and the positioning of expansion, contraction/control and construction joints,
together with the sealing materials to be used, shall be as shown on the construction
drawings. It shall be ensured that joints are properly constructed and sealed.
4.3.3.2 The expansion and contraction/control joints shall be sealed in accordance with this
specification and the Contract Documents. The slab on grade construction shall be in
accordance with ACI 302.1R. Unless otherwise indicated in the Contract Documents,
the following requirements shall be applied:
a. The expansion joints for slabs on grade and walls shall be provided on centers up
to a maximum spacing of 20 m. When a wall is an integral part of the slab, the
slab expansion joint shall extend to the wall as well. These joints shall be
constructed to pass completely through the concrete section.
b. The contraction joints for slabs shall be provided on centers up to a maximum of
48 times the slab thickness, but shall not exceed 6 m. Details of the contraction
joints shall be per the project standard drawings. For saw-cut joints, joints shall
be cut as soon as the concrete is hard enough to prevent surface raveling and
aggregate dislodging, and within 12 hours after concrete placement.
4.3.4 Isolation Joints
4.3.4.1 Isolation joints shall be placed where the pavement adjoins vertical surfaces (e.g.,
walls, columns, catch basins, manholes, and equipment foundations). Isolation joints
shall be located in accordance with the Contract Documents.
4.3.4.2 The surface of joints shall be cleaned of scale and laitance and thoroughly wetted,
but free of standing water, before placing adjoining concrete.
4.4 Water-stops
Water-stops shall be installed in accordance with the design drawings, Contract

Documents and the Manufacturer’s recommendations. Damaged water stops shall be
replaced or repaired before embedment in concrete.
4.5 Reinforcement
4.5.1 General
4.5.1.1 This subsection covers the requirements for providing, fabricating, delivering and
placing of reinforcement steel for all types of concrete construction. The grades of
reinforcement bars shall be in accordance with Company’s Design Criteria A0-ENG-C-
STD-001.
4.5.1.2 The testing of tensile strength, bending and elongation shall be performed in
accordance with ASTM A370 for each diameter of reinforcing bars and testing shall be
done for every 200 tons of steel delivered at site.
4.5.1.3 Only new reinforcement material shall be furnished at site. The reinforcement
material shall be free of loose rust or loose mill scale, and deleterious amounts of
salts or coatings which reduce or destroy bond on receipt and at the time of
installation. Tight rust and mill scale or surface irregularities may be acceptable,
provided the weight and the dimensions, including height of deformations and tensile
properties of a clean test specimen are not less than those required by the applicable
standards.
4.5.1.4 A copy of the Manufacturer’s mill test certificate for ultimate strength, elongation and
cold bending, together with the chemical analysis of the steel shall be submitted to
for each consignment of reinforcing steel delivered to site.
4.5.2 Detailing and Fabrication
4.5.2.1 Reinforcement placing drawings and bending schedules shall be prepared in

accordance with BS 8666 or ACI SP-66. Drawings and schedules shall show number,
grade, size, length, mark, location, and bending diagrams for reinforcing bars.
4.5.2.2 Splices in reinforcement shall be detailed, fabricated and located as shown on the
drawings only. Reinforcement shall not be welded, unless specifically shown on the
design drawings.
4.5.2.3 Fabrication drawings shall indicate the related PO number, release number, and
design drawing number.
4.5.2.4 Each bundle of fabricated bars shall be tagged with weather-resistant metal tags. The
tags shall indicate drawing number, release number, mark number, grade, bar
quantity and bar size.
4.5.2.5 Each bundle of stock-length straight bars shall be tagged to indicate bar quantity,
grade, bar size and bar length.
4.5.2.6 Fabrication tolerances shall comply with the requirements of ACI 117.
4.5.3 Concrete Cover
4.5.3.1 Concrete cover to reinforcement, including links or ties, shall be indicated on

drawings, but shall not be less than the values specified in Table 9.
Table 9-Minimum Concrete Cover to Reinforcement
Minimum cover
S. No. Exposure to Concrete Surface
to re-bars
1 Permanently exposed to marine/sea water 100 mm
Permanently exposed to earth (buried) or ground water or
2 75 mm
potable or treated water
Permanently exposed to weather, all above ground structure
3 50 mm
in uncontrolled temperature and humidity region
All above ground structure inside controlled temperature and
humidity region
4
a. Column and Beam 40 mm
b. Wall and Slab 35 mm
5 Ends of Concrete 50 mm
4.5.3.2 Cover to reinforcement shall be carefully checked before any concrete is cast. Special
attention shall be given to reinforcement at kicker strip level, as misplaced starter
bars can impede the fixing of reinforcement for the next lift at the correct cover.
4.5.3.3 The bending of reinforcement at a concrete cold joint shall not be permitted without
Company approval.
4.5.3.4 Exposed reinforcement, inserts and plates for providing connections to future
extensions, shall be protected from corrosion.
4.5.4 Installation
4.5.4.1 Reinforcement shall be accurately placed in accordance with the placement drawings
and shall be adequately secured and held in position. Ties at intersections shall be
made with tying wire. The wire ends shall be bent in a way that they do not protrude
into the concrete cover zone.
4.5.4.2 Reinforcement shall be positioned carefully, to achieve adequate concrete cover as

described above, as lack of cover can be the cause of premature chloride access to
the reinforcement.
4.5.4.3 Reinforcing bars shall be spliced in accordance with the design drawings only. Unless
otherwise approved by the engineer of record, welded or mechanical splices shall not
be permitted.
4.6 Embedded Items
4.6.1 Anchor bolts, anchors, inserts, sleeves, drains, curb and seat angles, nosing and other
embedded items shall be installed and secured in position before placing concrete.
Welding of these items to the reinforcing bars shall not be permitted.
4.6.2 Embedded items shall be installed with concrete cover as specified in clause 4.5.3
above. Embedded aluminum items shall not be permitted.
4.6.3 Anchor bolt threads shall be protected from damage and kept free of concrete. Anchor
bolt sleeves shall be capped or plugged to keep out water, concrete and debris.
4.6.4 Unless otherwise specified in the Contract Documents, embedment shall be installed in
accordance with the tolerances shown in the following Table 10. The term “bolt group”
used in this Table 10 is defined as the set of anchor bolts for a single fabricated steel
shipping piece, or a single piece of equipment or skid.
Table 10-Tolerances for Embedment
Measurement Tolerance
Anchor bolt projection +6 mm, -0 mm

Center of bolt group ±6 mm
Center to Center of any two anchor
±3 mm
bolts with bolt group
Center to center between bolt
±6 mm
groups
Anchor bolt plumpness 4 mm in 1 meter
Plate insert ±6mm horizontal & ±1mm vertical
4.7 Concrete Mix Requirements
4.7.1 General
Concrete shall be central-mixed in a batching plant in accordance with BS EN 206-1 or

ASTM C94/C94M.
4.7.2 Cement/Cementitious Material Content
4.7.2.1 Silica fume shall be used as a cement replacement for concrete placed below
ground/grade and replacement shall be of the six (6) to eight (8) percent by weight
of the total cement. It shall be in accordance with BS EN 13263 or ASTM C1240.
4.7.2.2 Silica fume shall not be required for the concrete cast above ground/grade, except
where concrete is in direct contact with sea-water or any other corrosive
environment detrimental to concrete, such as sea-water intake basin, sea-water
cooling tower, etc.
4.7.2.3 Where concrete without silica fume is used for above ground/grade applications,
columns with silica fume shall be extended up to the first construction joint above
grade. Use of silica fume is not permitted for wall panels and slabs on grade (building
floor and paving). Also, silica fume is not required for plain (unreinforced) concrete
below grade.
4.7.2.4 Where cement replacement has been used, Contractor shall ensure careful moist
curing of concrete. Cement replacements are particularly sensitive to lack of moist
curing. In the case of silica fume, if no bleed water is available on the surface of the
concrete, lack of immediate and sustained moist curing will result in early shrinkage
cracking, which will be a reason for rejection by Company, and replacement of the
concrete by Contractor.
4.7.2.5 The minimum cementitious content (combined cement and silica fume) in the
concrete mix for all grade of concrete shall be as shown in Table 10. Company’s prior
approval shall be obtained for using cementitious content different than shown in
Table 10.
4.7.3 Maximum Water/Cementitious Material Ratio
4.7.3.1 Maximum water/cementitious materials ratio for structural concrete mixes and plain
(lean) concrete construction shall not exceed the values shown in Table 9.
4.7.3.2 Water/cementitious materials ratios shall be measured based on the free water
available for cement hydration with aggregates being in saturated surface dry (SSD)
condition. Aggregate moisture content and water absorption shall be continuously
measured to ensure accurate measurement of the amount of free water in the mix.
4.7.3.3 Under no circumstances, additional water be added between the mixer and at the
place of concrete placement. Additionally, Company may call for the water/
cementitious material ratio to be checked by testing of fresh concrete samples taken
at the time of placement.
4.7.4 Concrete Strength
The minimum 7 and 28 day compressive cubic strength of concrete shall not be less
than the value specified in Table 11.
Table 11-Concrete Cube Compressive Strength, Water Cement ratio (WCR) & Cement Content
7 days 28 days Water Minimum

Type of Compressive Compressive Cement Cement
Grade
Concrete/Structure Cube Strength, Cube Strength, Ratio Content
(N/mm2) (N/mm2) (WCR) (CC)
All Structural Concrete
C40 25 40 0.40 380
(above & below Ground)
Marine and Pre-Stressed
C50 34 50 0.40 380
Concrete Structures
Blinding Concrete, Duct
SRC-20 13 20 0.45 275
Bank and Mass Concrete
4.7.5 Admixtures
4.7.5.1 Superplasticizer (high range water reducing admixtures) meeting the requirements of
BS EN 934 or ASTM C494M and C1017M, may be utilized in concrete mixes to
improve workability and impermeability. Superplasticizer content shall be adjusted
according to ambient condition to provide enough workability with no segregation
when concrete is properly compacted, but shall not exceed two (2) percent by weight
of cement. Mixing shall be in accordance with Manufacturer’s instructions.
4.7.5.2 Contractor shall ensure that the correct quantity of admixture is used at all times.
The equipment to be used for dispensing and method of incorporating the admixture
in the concrete shall be subject to prior Company approval. The dispensing unit shall
be translucent, to allow operator to see admixture discharge.
4.7.5.3 Admixtures containing chlorides or other corrosive agents shall not be used. No air
entraining agent shall be used when mineral admixtures are used.
4.7.6 Slump
4.7.6.1 The various concrete mixes shall be proportioned so as to comply with working
(target) slump at the point of delivery as shown below:
Concrete Mix Allowable Slump

Working slump range for normal concrete
100 to 150 mm
with plasticizer
Working slum range for superplasticizer
150 to 200 mm
and silica fume added concrete
4.7.6.2 Slump shall be tested in accordance with ASTM C143/C143M. Concrete with a
collapsed slump shall not be used.
4.7.6.3 Concrete that has been rejected for failing to meet slump limits shall not be salvaged
for use in the concrete work. Increased mixing time, addition of dry materials, or
similar modifications of a rejected batch for the purpose of conforming to slump
limits shall not be permitted.
4.7.7 Unit Weight and Air Content of Fresh Concrete
4.7.7.1 Unit weight of fresh concrete shall not be less than 2350 kg/m3, as determined by
ASTM C138/C138M.
4.7.7.2 Air content of fresh concrete shall not exceed 2%, as determined by ASTM
C173/C173M.
4.7.8 Durability Tests of Concrete
4.7.8.1 To ensure durability of concrete, the concrete shall be tested for following tests
mention in Table 12 & 13.
Table 12-Durability Tests and limits for Concrete
Type of Concrete
Description of Test
Concrete Concrete with
with OPC Silica Fume
Rapid Chloride Permeability (RCP) to AASHTO T277
3,800 1000
Max Charge Pass (Coulombs) at 28 days
Water Permeability (DIN) to DIN 1048 Max
20 20
Penetration (mm) at 28 days
Initial Surface Water Absorption Test (ISAT):
0.3 0.15
Maximum ISAT at 28 days: 10 minute test (ml/m²/s )
30 Minute Absorption (WA): 30 minute test (at 28
2.0% 1.5%
days unless noted otherwise)
4.7.8.2 The durability test results shall be acceptable provided the following two conditions
are satisfied:
i. The average value of all of the results for each test on each type of concrete is
less than or equal to the relevant value given in the Table 11.
ii. Each test shall be given a weighting of unity and the overall score of the four
durability test results on each set of samples shall be less than or equal to 4.0
when evaluated in accordance with the following formulae:
Concrete with OPC: Score = (RCP/3800) + (DIN/20) + (ISAT/0.3) + (WA/2.0)

Concrete with SF: Score = (RCP/1000) + (DIN/10) + (ISAT/0.15) + (WA/1.5)
Where,
RCP = measured value from the Rapid Chloride Permeability test to AASHTO-
T277 in Coulombs,
DIN = measured value from the Water Permeability test to DIN-1048 in mm,
4.7.8.3 The chloride and sulphate contents in the concrete mix to BS 1881 Part 124 shall be
limited to the vales shown in Table 13.
Table 13-Limits for Chloride and Sulphate Content in Concrete
Chloride Sulphate as
Type of Concrete as Cl SO3
For Reinforced Concrete
i) Made with OPC 0.10 3.70
ii) Made with SRPC 0.06 3.70
Mass Concrete, Blinding Concrete 0.10 3.7
4.7.9 Colored Concrete for Underground Ducts
Concrete encasements for underground electrical ducts shall be colored red by adding
1 kg of red oxide powder (pigment) per 100 kg of cement, in accordance with BS EN
12878 or ASTM C979. Maximum aggregate size for underground ducts shall be 10 mm.
4.8 Trial Mix Design of Concrete
4.8.1 General
4.8.1.1 Concrete shall be central mixed in a batching plant in accordance with BS EN 206-1,
ASTM C94 and this specification. The relative proportions of fine and coarse
aggregates, and the workability and strengths of the mixes shall be determined by
production equipment trial mixes. Once the aggregate proportions have been
accepted by Company, they shall not be changed without Company approval.
4.8.1.2 The trial mix design shall be in accordance with ACI 318M and shall produce a
concrete which can be properly placed and compacted, to produce a dense, low
permeability concrete which shall adequately resist the ingress of damaging salts.
The required workability for large foundations will differ from that for tall thin
sections of structural concrete cast above ground, and the trial mixes shall be
formulated for the individual application.
4.8.1.3 No concrete pouring shall commence before trial mixes, 28 days compressive
strength test, and all other tests in this specification are completed and approved by
Company.
4.8.2 Acceptance of Trial Mixes
4.8.2.1 Acceptance of trial mix will be made by Company when proportions, slump,
workability, consistency, impermeability, water/cementitious materials ratio and all
other requirements of this specification have been met, and when the strength test
results for each of the concrete strengths specified have shown a standard deviation
as detailed below.
4.8.2.2 Additionally, trial mixes shall be tested for conformance of the following:
a. Bleeding in accordance with BS EN 480-4 or ASTM C232.

b. Durability parameters at trial mix stage to be in accordance with clause 4.7.8.
4.8.2.3 Six (6) separate test mixes shall be prepared for each proposed mix design, and six
(6) test cubes/cylinders shall be made from each test mix, giving a total of 36
cubes/cylinders for each proposed mix design. The test cubes/cylinders shall be
made, cured and tested in accordance with ACI 301M. Additionally, sufficient samples
shall be prepared for the other tests required by this specification.
4.8.2.4 Eighteen (18) concrete cubes/cylinders shall be tested for compressive strength at 7
days and 28 days (total 36). The mean strengths and standard deviations shall be
established for each test.
4.8.2.5 The test mixes shall demonstrate that:
i. The standard deviation is 3.5 MPa or less.

ii. The mean concrete strength is equal to or higher than the strengths specified in
subsection 4.7, with no individual strength test falling below by more than 5%.
4.8.3 Submittal
4.8.3.1 Contractor shall submit the following data of trial mix design within thirty (30) days
prior to the initial concrete pour for Company approval:
a. Weights of all materials to be used in one cubic meter of concrete for each
proposed mix.
b. Water/cementitious materials ratios and slump range.
c. Strength test results showing conformance with the above requirements.
d. Strength test results at 7 and 28 days for each proposed mix including calculations
of the mean and standard deviation.
4.8.3.2 Approved Trial Mix Designs−Trial mix designs shall not be changed after their
acceptance without prior written approval by Company.
4.9 Concrete Production
4.9.1 General
Concrete production shall be in accordance with BS EN 206-1 or ACI 304R.
4.9.2 Batching
4.9.2.1 Batching of materials shall be by weight. Weighing equipment shall be calibrated and
documented. It shall be provided by Contractor and the accuracy of equipment shall
be continuously maintained in accordance with BS EN 206-1 or ACI 304R. Batching
scale accuracy shall be in accordance with the Concrete Plant Standards as per
Concrete Plant Manufacturers Bureau, or as approved by Company.
4.9.2.2 Contractor shall establish accurate procedures for determining the quantities of free-
moisture in the aggregates and shall furnish the necessary equipment. Moisture
determinations shall be made daily and whenever there is an apparent change in the
moisture content. The moisture content shall be recorded. The moisture of
aggregates shall be utilized to adjust the weight of aggregate added to the mix. The
water added to the mix shall similarly be adjusted.
4.9.3 Mixing
4.9.3.1 Concrete shall be produced in a central batching and mixing plant which conforms to
BS EN 206-1 or ACI 304R. Mixing and the addition of water in truck mixers shall not
be allowed. Contractor shall provide a backup plan to cover for failure of the central
batch plant during an important pour. Plan shall require Company approval prior to
start of concrete construction.
4.9.3.2 Measuring tolerances, and mixing capability and time shall be in accordance with
ASTM C94/C94M.
4.9.3.3 Whenever mixing is to be suspended for half an hour or longer, the drum of the
mixer shall be thoroughly washed out with potable water.
4.9.3.4 Contractor shall provide an operator who shall be in continuous control of the mixer.
4.9.3.5 Retempering of concrete which has partially hardened, by the addition of cement,
aggregate or water, shall not be allowed.
4.9.3.6 When powder silica fume is added to concrete, the mixing time shall be 50% greater
than that of concrete without silica fume. Extra time will not be required if silica fume
is used in an approved slurry form, but maximum water/cementitious materials ratio
shall not exceed the values in Table 9 above.
4.9.4 Hot Weather Concreting
4.9.4.1 When the ambient temperature exceeds 32°C, the concrete placement shall be in
accordance with ACI 305R and ACI 305.1. The temperature of fresh concrete shall be
maintained between 25 and 30°C, and at the time of placement shall not exceed
30°C. Any concrete with a temperature in excess of 30°C at the time of placement
shall not be used.
4.9.4.2 To maintain the above temperature limits, Contractor shall take into consideration
the anticipated site temperatures during the period of concrete production and follow
the above and below provisions.
4.9.4.3 Provisions for reducing the concrete temperature shall be as follows:
a. Shading of mixing plant and trucks.

b. Shading of aggregates, water tank and cement silo.
c. Painting white the mixing plant, trucks, water tank and cement silo.
d. Insulating the water tank and supply piping.
e. Shading the concrete placing area during pouring of concrete. This shading of
structures should continue for up to 48 hours.
4.9.4.4 For summer concreting, ice shall be used as a replacement for mixing water. In
certain places this will not reduce the concrete temperature to required levels, so
night-time concreting will be necessary.
4.9.4.5 Whenever ice is used in the concrete, reinforcing steel and forms shall be cooled off
by fog misting with potable water immediately before concrete placing.
4.9.4.6 The ice making plant shall be sized to supply 100% of mixing water requirements as
flaked ice.
4.10 Testing Laboratory
4.10.1 The testing laboratory shall meet the requirement of ASTM C1077 and shall have a
quality system in accordance with ISO 9001. Contractor shall employ an independent
testing laboratory approved by Company to perform all testing of materials used in
the concrete mixes and concrete samples in accordance with applicable BS EN or
ASTM standards.
4.10.2 The testing laboratory shall furnish all equipment, facilities, and labor required for
field sampling, curing, transporting test samples, field & laboratory tests, recording
of test results, and preparing necessary reports. Inclusive all sampling, testing,
materials, etc., shall be furnished by Contractor at his expense.
4.11 Testing of Concrete
4.11.1 General
4.11.1.1 When a concrete mix for each strength and workability through the trial mix has
been established based on the requirements of specification, ongoing sampling and
testing of fresh concrete shall be performed by Contractor: Samples for testing
shall be obtained in accordance with BS EN 12350 and BS EN 12390 or ACI 301M.
The minimum rate of sampling shall be as per the following requirements:
4.11.1.2 For structures and foundations, samples shall be obtained in accordance with the
following requirements:
a. One sample minimum per 50 cubic meters of concrete.

b. One sample minimum for each structure or foundation, except if placing a
number of items each smaller than 15 cubic meters.
c. One sample minimum per 15 cubic meters if placing a number of items each
smaller than 15 cubic meters.
4.11.1.3 For paving and slabs on grade, obtain one sample per 50 cubic meters of concrete
or minimum one sample per pouring. For underground pipe or electrical
encasements and fireproofing, obtain one sample at the beginning of each day of
concreting work.
4.11.1.4 For underground pipe or electrical encasements and fireproofing, obtain one sample
at the beginning of each day of concreting work.
4.11.1.5 For all other concrete, obtain samples in accordance with above mentioned
requirements.
4.11.1.6 Additional samples shall be obtained if observations of tests for slump,

temperature, or air content indicate nonconformance with the contract documents.
4.11.1.7 For each concrete sample obtained, the following tests shall be conducted in
accordance with BS EN 12350 and BS EN 12390 or ACI 301M:
a. Strength tests.
b. Slump.
c. Temperature.
d. Air content.
e. Unit weight.
4.11.2 Compressive Strength Tests
The following Testing shall be performed:
a. The concrete shall be sampled, cured, and tested for compressive strength in
accordance with ACI 301M. There shall be seven (7) test cubes/cylinders per
sample.
b. Six (6) test cubes/cylinders shall be cured under standard moisture and
temperature conditions in accordance with ASTM C31/C31M. The seventh test
cube/cylinder shall be cured in the field for a minimum period of 28 days under
conditions similar to that of curing the main concrete, unless directed otherwise
by Company. Three (3) of the moisture cured samples shall be tested on 7th day
after the concrete is poured, and the remaining three (3) samples shall be tested
on the 28th day after the concrete is poured. The field-cured 7th sample shall be
stored and tested when directed by Company.
c. Test report data on the compressive strength of the concrete shall include the
following:
i. Identification of test cylinder,
ii. Location of concrete on the job,
iii. Quantity of concrete in that section (pour),
iv. Proportions of concrete mix,
v. Water cement ratio,
vi. Design strength,
vii. Maximum size of coarse aggregate,
viii. Slump measurement,
ix. Time of day and air temperature when samples were taken,
x. Date poured,
xi. Required and actual age of specimen at time of test,
xii. Name of person making cylinders,
xiii. Weight of sample in grams,
xiv. Density in kg/m3,
xv. Compression load in Newton,
xvi. Compressive strength in Mpa,
xvii. Signature of person preparing cylinder,
xviii. Signature of person crushing cylinder.
4.11.3 Compliance
The concrete shall be deemed in compliance with the specified design strength if the
7th and 28th day tests meet the following conditions:
a. The average strength determined from all sets of three (3) consecutive tests is
not less than the specified strength.
b. No individual strength test falls below the specified strength by more than five (5)
percent.
4.11.4 Unsatisfactory Concrete
4.11.4.1 If any test results fail to comply with above mentioned requirements in clause
4.11.3, the quantity of concrete represented by the unsatisfactory results shall be
removed and replaced with concrete meeting the requirement of this specification
at no additional expense to Company.
4.11.4.2 Additionally, an investigation shall be performed by Contractor to identify the cause

of noncompliance and specify corrective measures. The extent of the investigation
and Contractor’s proposed corrective measures shall be subject to Company
approval.
4.11.5 Standard Deviation
4.11.5.1 The 28th day cube/cylinder compression results shall be grouped consecutively in
groups of 40, and each group shall have a standard deviation less than 3.5 MPa.
4.11.5.2 If the standard deviation is greater than 3.5 MPa, then the concrete production will
be investigated by Company, and further tests such as:
a. Testing of drilled core cylinder samples (as per BS EN 12504-1).

b. Performing NDT and DT tests (as per BS 1881 Parts 201, 204, 205, and 206).
The above shall be provided at the expense of Contractor.
6.11.5.3 The size and location of the cores shall be approved by Company. If Company
decides the concrete is not acceptable, the Contractor shall remove all sections of
works containing defective concrete and replace it with approved concrete at
Contractor’s expense.
4.11.6 Measurement of Concrete Temperature
The temperature of the concrete at the point of, and prior to placement, shall be
measured 50 mm below the surface in accordance with ASTM C1064/C1064M, and
recorded on the concrete placement record for each pour. The temperature of the
concrete shall meet the requirements of subsection 6.9 of this document, otherwise
concrete shall be disposed-off by Contractor and concreting shall cease until the
requirements can be met.
4.11.7 Additional Testing of Fresh Concrete
4.11.7.1 Cement Content and Water/Cementitious Materials Ratio-Samples of freshly

mixed concrete shall be randomly chosen by Company, and tested to determine the
cement content and water/cementitious material ratio in accordance with ACI
301M. If the cement content is less than specified in Table 10 above or the
water/cementitious materials ratio is greater than specified in Table 10 above, the
cast concrete for the pour from which the samples were taken shall be removed
and replaced with concrete meeting the requirement of this specification at
Contractor’s expense.
4.11.7.2 Sulphate and Chloride Content-The total concentration of sulphate and chloride
in fresh concrete shall be measured by the testing laboratory as directed by
Company. Concentrations of either sulphate or chloride shall not exceed the limits
given in clause 4.7.8. If these limits are exceeded, the concrete pour of failed
samples concrete batch shall be removed and replaced with concrete, at
Contractor’s expense. Further tests shall be performed on cast concrete to
determine the total extent of problem, as described in Subsection 4.12.
4.11.7.3 Water Absorption and Chloride Permeability-Water absorption and chloride ion
penetrating tests and its acceptance shall be performed and verified as described in
clause 4.7.8 and as directed by Company. Concrete represented by unacceptable
results shall be replaced at Contractor’s expense.
4.12 Testing of Harden Concrete
4.12.1 General
In specific cases, for example when cracks and voids are visible, Company shall have
the right to ask for samples of any hardened defective concrete to be taken and
tested as described below. The cost of tests shall be paid by Contractor. Company
shall have the right to ask for the removal and replacement of concrete failing these
tests, at no additional cost to Company. Testing of harden concrete shall be in
accordance with BS EN 12390.
4.12.2 Concrete Cover Confirmation
Company will check the concrete cover to the reinforcement with a cover meter. Any
indication that the cover is less than the requirements than specified values in clause
4.5.3 shall be verified by removal of concrete cover. If it is confirmed that the actual
cover is less than specified, the concrete work shall be considered as not in
compliance with the specification and shall be removed and replaced with concrete
meeting the requirement of this specification, at Contractor’s expense.
4.12.3 Water Absorption and Chloride Permeability
4.12.3.1 A sample of three (3) 75 mm diameter cores, 75 mm long shall be taken from the
hardened concrete. Core shall be taken in accordance with ASTM C42/C42M.
4.12.3.2 Water absorption and chloride penetrating test shall be performed as per clause
4.7.8.
4.12.3.3 If the absorption and chloride penetrating of any core exceeds the limits specified
in clause 4.7.8, the concrete from which the core was taken shall be considered not
in compliance with this specification and shall be removed and replaced with
concrete meeting the requirements of this specification, at Contractor’s expense.
4.12.4 Sulphate and Chloride Content
In specific cases, Company may ask for samples to be taken and tested for sulphate
and chloride content. If the results show that the limits specified in Subsection 4.7
are exceeded, then the concrete shall be considered not in compliance with the
specification and shall be removed and replaced the concrete, at Contractor’s
expense.
4.12.5 Restoration of Cored Holes
Whether the tests on cored samples pass or fail, Contractor shall repair/restore the
cored holes by material and procedure approved by Company, at Contractor’s
expense.
4.13 Concrete Transportation, Placement and Compaction
4.13.1 Transportation
4.13.1.1 After discharge from the mixer, concrete shall be transported as rapidly, as possible
as stated in applicable codes, to its final position at work site by agitator trucks
without adulteration, segregation, loss of workability or contamination of the
ingredients. The containers of transit truck shall at all times be kept clean and free
from hardened.
4.13.1.2 Water shall not be added at the point of discharge, and trucks shall have the water
tank completely disconnected from the drum.
4.13.1.3 The use of chutes, spouts, skips and pumps shall be acceptable, but under no
circumstances shall the fresh concrete be in contact with or transported by
aluminum pipe or other equipment containing aluminum.
4.13.2 Inspection of Formwork, Reinforcement and Embedded Items
4.13.2.1 Concrete shall not be placed unless the positioning, fixing of the reinforcement,
embedment, cleanliness, alignment and suitability of the containing surfaces have
been previously examined and approved by Company.
4.13.2.2 Aluminum conduit shall not be installed in concrete except for penetration of floors
and walls. At such penetrations, conduit shall be taped to prevent contact with the
concrete.
4.13.2.3 Adequate time shall be allowed for inspection when concrete pours are scheduled,
but it shall not be less than 24 hours.
4.13.3 Placement
4.13.3.1 Placement of concrete shall be in accordance with ACI 301M, ACI 304R and as per
the following:
4.13.3.2 All necessary checks as required under “Inspections” shall be made by Contractor
and approved by Company before concrete placement commences.
4.13.3.3 The temperature of concrete at the time of placement shall be in accordance with
clause 4.9.4.
4.13.3.4 The concrete shall be compacted in its final position within two (2) hours from the
time of introduction of the cement into the aggregates, but in all cases at least
thirty (30) minutes less than the certified initial set time of the cement.
4.13.3.5 Concrete shall not be dropped into place from a height exceeding one (1) meter,
nor shall it be dropped through dense reinforcing steel which could cause
segregation of the coarse aggregate, or displacement of the reinforcement or
formwork. Spouts, or flexible drop chutes shall be employed, subject to the
conditions in section under Transportation.
4.13.3.6 The concrete shall be deposited in regular courses or layers not exceeding 225 mm
thickness when compacted by hand and 450 mm thickness when mechanically
compacted, unless otherwise directed by Company. Every precaution shall be taken
to prevent the formwork and reinforcement moving during the placing or setting of
the concrete and any remedial work that is necessary shall be executed promptly.
4.13.3.7 Where concrete is placed by pumping, the following requirements shall apply:
Minimum Internal Dia. of Pump line Maximum Size Aggregate

150 mm 40 mm
100 mm 20 mm
4.13.3.8 Structural concreting against open excavation shall not be permitted, as the
concrete cannot be coated afterwards.
4.13.3.9 Concrete shall not be placed when the work will be affected by windblown sand
conditions.
4.13.4 Compaction and Vibration
4.13.4.1 Concrete shall be consolidated in accordance with ACI 309R and the following.
4.13.4.2 Full compaction of the concrete shall be achieved throughout the entire depth of
the concrete layer. It shall be thoroughly worked against the formwork and around
the reinforcement. Successive layers shall be thoroughly bonded together. Air
bubbles formed during the mixing and casting shall be expelled and particular care
shall be taken where sloping soffits occur.
4.13.4.3 Unless directed otherwise by Company, approved power driven poker vibrators
shall be used for compaction. They shall be inserted vertically at such distances
apart, or applied in such a manner, as it will ensure that the concrete is
satisfactorily and uniformly compacted.
4.13.4.4 Immersion-type vibrators shall penetrate the full depth of the concrete layer, and
when the underlying layer is of fresh concrete, shall enter and re-vibrate that layer
to ensure that successive layers are bonded together. Immersion vibrators shall be
withdrawn slowly to prevent the formation of voids. Over-vibration causing
segregation, surface laitance or leakage through formwork shall be avoided.
4.13.4.5 Vibrators shall not be used to work the concrete along the forms, or in such a way
as to not segregate the mix, damage formwork or other parts of the works, or
displace the reinforcement. External vibrators shall not be used without Company
approval of the formwork design and configuration of the vibrators.
4.13.4.6 Concreting shall not be started without the stand-by arrangement for compaction
and vibration equipment.
4.13.5 Unformed Surface Finishes
4.13.5.1 Finished surfaces shall be true plane surfaces. Surfaces shall be pitched to drains as
required. Required finish shall be specified on the design drawings and conform to
the following:
4.13.5.2 All exposed concrete surfaces shall receive the following treatment before receiving
the final surface finish:
a. Struck off to bring the top surface of all concrete to the proper contour, grade
and elevation.
b. Derbies and wood floated with wooded tools to correct any unevenness.
c. Steel troweled to produce a dense surface.
d. Dry cement shall not be used to absorb excess water.
4.13.5.3 Exposed concrete surfaces shall receive the following final surface finish:
i. Building Floors:
 Building floors receiving a floor covering shall be finished in accordance with
covering Manufacturer’s recommendations,
 Building floors not receiving a floor covering shall receive a mechanical steel
trowel finish to provide a smooth, even, hard surface.
ii. Roadway surfaces shall receive a wood float treatment and then a broom finish
by drawing a wire broom perpendicular to the direction of normal vehicle travel.
iii. Outdoor surfaces subject to pedestrian traffic only, shall be roughened using a
wood float, to provide a nonslip, smooth, even textured surface.
iv. Remaining surfaces not described above shall be roughened using a wood float
to provide a smooth even textured surface
4.13.5.4 Immediately after forms are removed, exposed surfaces shall be inspected, and
small holes and minor honeycombing, which do not impair strength, shall be filled
with mortar. Mortar shall be of essentially the same composition, except
aggregates, as the surrounding concrete. Members having extensive defects,
bulging, warping, or honeycombing shall be repaired or replaced in accordance with
Company directions.
4.14 Curing of Concrete
4.14.1 General
4.14.1.1 Concrete shall be moist cured in accordance with ACI 308R, 305R, and 305.1 and
as specified herein. Curing shall commence immediately after finishing (flatwork) or
within two (2) hours after consolidation, and shall continue for a minimum of 10
days.
4.14.1.2 The use of curing compounds shall be permitted after Company approval, except
for surfaces receiving subsequent finishes.
4.14.1.3 Regular frequent inspection shall be made for concrete being cured to establish
whether or not curing is being performed in accordance with this specification.
4.14.2 Horizontal Surfaces
Immediately after finishing, surface shall be covered with white polyethylene

sheeting, which shall be in contact with concrete surface, with the edges lapped or
tied down to exclude air circulation. After the concrete has stiffened, but no longer
than 2 hours, the sheeting shall be removed and replaced with a hessian, soaked
with potable water. The sheeting shall be placed over the hessian immediately, to
prevent evaporation from the hessian. The concrete surfaces covered with hessian
shall be visibly wet for the entire duration of the curing period prescribed. To achieve
this, the hessian shall be maintained in a permanently wet condition using potable
water. The water used for curing shall be of the quality specified in Subsection 3.4,
and shall be at the same temperature as the concrete being cured.
4.14.3 Vertical Surfaces
4.14.3.1 Vertical timber formwork shall be draped with wet hessian as soon as concrete is
placed. As soon as formwork is removed, all surfaces shall be draped with wet
hessian; covered with white polyethylene sheeting held firmly in place along all
edges; and kept continuously wet for the duration of the curing period. All the
concrete surfaces covered with hessian shall be visibly wet for the entire duration
of the curing period prescribed. Care shall be taken to avoid drying winds, caused
by a wind tunnel arrangement of the coverings or formwork slackened from the
concrete.
4.14.3.2 The curing method for hot weather concreting shall be in accordance with ACI 305R
and ACI 305.1. The increase of curing period and of thermal protection is
recommended.
4.15 Remedial Work
4.15.1 After removal of formwork, concrete surfaces shall be inspected by Company for
defects. Any concrete surface which has had remedial work carried out on it, prior to
being inspected, shall be rejected.
4.15.2 If inspection of concrete surfaces reveal small holes and minor honeycombing
(maximum size 10 x 10 mm), which do not impair strength, shall be filled with
mortar. Mortar shall be of essentially the same composition as the concrete. Tie rod
holes and honeycombing with size greater than above, and members with defects
(for example bulging, warping) shall be repaired or replaced as directed by Company.
4.15.3 Concrete which does not meet the requirements of this specification shall be removed
and rebuilt without any cost & delay to Company, unless Company agrees for a repair
upto required quality. This agreement shall not preclude the subsequent rejection of
the repaired work.
4.15.4 The repair method to be used in the removal and replacement of defective work shall
be submitted to Company for approval before the commence of removal.
4.15.5 All repairs shall be carried out by Contractor’s specialist and prepared to guarantee
the work. Any repair method submitted for approval shall produce an impermeable
concrete like the original concrete. To establish the quality of the repair, tests on the
repaired concrete shall be carried out at the discretion of Company. Special care shall
be given to the joint between the original and repair concrete as this is an additional
potential weakness for the ingress of chlorides.
4.16 Protective Coating to Concrete Surface
4.16.1 General
4.16.1.1 All concrete, except the top side of general paving, shall be coated per the
appropriate system described in following sections. All coating systems and extents
of coating shall be in accordance with Company standard drawings and it will also
be shown on the design drawings.
4.16.1.2 Concrete surfaces shall be dry and free from contamination such as oil, grease,
loose particles, surface laitance, form release agents and curing compounds.
Concrete surfaces shall be lightly grit blasted or power washed if required by the
coating Manufacturer.
4.16.1.3 Honey combing, blowholes, hairlines cracks and other surface imperfections shall
be filled and repaired prior to any coating application.
4.16.1.4 Where concrete will be exposed to aggressive chemicals or concrete surfaces have
other type of exposure such as acids, brine, hot fumes, etc., special protection
coating systems such as acid resistant brick/tiles or acid resistant epoxy coatings
will be specified on the design drawings.
4.16.1.5 Contractor shall submit a detailed installation procedure that includes the
requirements for surface preparation, priming, application, curing and protection
recommended by the coating Manufacturer.
4.16.1.6 If the concrete Sub-contractor does not have a minimum of five year experience in
the preparation and installation of the protective concrete coatings, then Contractor
shall subcontract the application of all concrete coatings to a specialist Sub-
contractor, who has the above-specified experience and capability.
4.16.1.7 All coatings shall be installed in strict accordance with the Manufacturer’s
instructions. This shall include the Manufacturer’s recommendations for surface
preparation, priming, application, curing and protection.
4.16.1.8 A representative of the coating Manufacturer shall visit the site prior to any coating
application for meetings with the specialty applicator Sub-contractor and the
concrete Sub-contractor to ensure that the Manufacturer’s recommendations and
instructions are understood and followed.
4.16.1.9 All submissions of coating shall be accompanied by independent test certification

that verifies the properties of the submitted product(s). The coatings of this
specification may not apply to concrete buildings. For the coating of buildings refer
to the applicable architectural specification.
4.16.2 Below Ground Concrete Protective Coating
4.16.2.1 All below ground concrete, unless noted otherwise, shall be fully encapsulated with
highly chemical resistant epoxy in two coats with glass fiber mesh, i.e. Fosroc
Nitocote EP410 or equivalent accepted by Company. The concrete surface
preparation and prime coating shall be applied as per Manufacturer
recommendations and instructions.
4.16.2.2 The highly chemical resistant epoxy coating with glass fiber shall extend to the
level of high point of finished grade or paving.
4.16.2.3 All foundations shall be installed on a protective coating system consisting of

following:
i) 50 mm thick layer of blinding concrete,

ii) a minimum 0.65 mm thick high chemical resistant epoxy coating applied on top
of blinding concrete surface in two coats as first coat of 0.25 mm thickness then
0.15 mm thick glass fiber mesh and final coat of 0.25 mm thickness.
iii) finally a 30 mm layer of screed concrete on top of epoxy coating.
4.16.2.4 Sides and top surfaces of foundations, below ground, shall also be coated with a
minimum 0.65 mm thick high chemical resistant epoxy coating applied in two coats
as first coat of 0.25 mm thickness covered with 0.15 mm thick glass fiber mesh
and then followed by final coating of 0.25 mm thickness.
4.16.2.5 The minimum quantity of coating shall be 0.25 liter/m 2. The minimum curing time
and temperature at time of application shall be as per Manufacturer’s
recommendation. The coating material should have excellent chemical resistant and
suitable for very sever environmental exposure.
4.16.2.6 Small miscellaneous foundations such as stair/ladder footings, non-equipment

footings less than 1 m by 0.5 m in plan, small non-hydrocarbon piping supports
(less than 0.3m wide x 0.50 m deep), vertical sides of road and paving shall be
coated with non solvented coal tar epoxy.
The minimum thickness of coating shall be 0.60 mm (D.F.T) be applied in two

coats. The coating shall have the following minimum properties:
Property Standard Limit

Solid Content 100%
Specific Gravity 1.35
Water Absorption ASTM D570 Nil
Adhesion Strength ASTM D4541 >1.0 N/mm2
Abrasion Resistance ASTM C944M 0.1 g
Linear Shrinkage ASTM C531 < 0.6 mm
4.16.2.7 The bottom of slabs on grade and bottom of blind concrete of foundations shall
have one layer of 0.25 mm minimum thick polyethylene sheet. Laps shall be a
minimum of 300 mm.
4.16.2.8 All coatings shall be applied 28 days of concrete curing or as recommended by

Manufacturer.
4.16.3 Aboveground Concrete Protective Coatings
4.16.3.1 All concrete surfaces (other than buildings) exposed to the atmosphere shall be
protected with two coats of a high build epoxy resin based coating i.e. Fosroc
Nitocote EP403 or equivalent accepted by Company. The concrete surface
preparation and prime coating shall be applied as per Manufacturer
recommendations and instructions.
4.16.3.2 The minimum total thickness of coating shall be 0.40 mm (W.F.T) be applied in two
coats. The epoxy resin coating shall be applied using a high pressure pump and
gun, or brushed at the rate minimum 0.25 liter/m2 per coating. The minimum
curing time of coating and temperature at time of application shall be as per
Manufacturer’s recommendation.
4.16.3.3 The epoxy resin based coating shall provide an impervious, resilient and abrasion
resistant. It must also provide excellent resistance to diesel fuel, petrol, and salt
water (sea spray). Resistance shall also be good to alkalis, inorganic and organic
acids, ultraviolet light, and high atmosphere temperature more than 50°C. It
should have minimum bond strength of 2.0 N/mm2 as per ASTM D570 and solid
content 100%.
4.16.3.4 The finish shall provide a high gloss, heavily bodied, ultra-dense colour-fast
surface. The final application shall be a light grey colour.
4.16.3.5 The coating shall be applied on cured concrete for a minimum of 28 days unless
otherwise specified in project document and, or approved by Company.
4.17 Sub-Grade Preparation
4.17.1 General
4.17.1.1 Excavation in materials other than rock shall be made without disturbing the
bottom. The final work of excavating shall be completed just prior to the placing of
the reinforcing steel and concrete. Rock surfaces shall be of firm material prepared
either level, stepped, or serrated and all seams shall be cleaned and filled with
concrete.
4.17.1.2 All foundations shall be carried to good bearing soil and to the minimum depth
below finish grade as indicated on the design drawings. If the requisite bearing is
not encountered at the indicated minimum depth, or should over excavation occur,
the following shall be complied with:
 Minor variations shall be corrected by the use of a lean concrete specified in

clause 4.7.4.
 Major variations shall be referred to Company for resolution.
4.17.2 Concrete Blinding Layer
4.17.2.1 Reinforced concrete shall not be placed directly on or against earth surfaces. The
bottom, and where shown on the drawings, the sides of excavations for reinforced
concrete foundations or other reinforced concrete work shall be blinded with
concrete as specified on the drawings of a minimum thickness of 50 mm unless
specified otherwise which, where not cast against shuttering shall be spread and
leveled to a true smooth surface.
4.17.2.2 Contractor shall place the blinding layer of concrete in such a way and in
sufficiently short time as to ensure that the exposed surface of the ground on which
the blinding layer of concrete is to be placed does not deteriorate after excavation
through exposure to weather, traffic or other reasons.
4.18 Grouting
4.18.1 General
Grouting refers to all work to be carried out to properly fill with mortar into the space
between concrete surfaces and base plates of equipment, steel structures or concrete
prefabricated elements in order to achieve adequate transfer of horizontal and
vertical forces.
4.18.2 Grout Materials and Area of Application
4.18.2.1 The grout materials and area of application shall be in accordance with Company
Design Criteria for Onshore Structure, A0-ENG-C-STD-001.
4.18.2.2 Contractor shall submit the Manufacturer’s datasheets and certificates for Company
approval.
4.18.3 Preparation of Grout
4.18.3.1 Preparation of grout shall be in accordance with Manufacturer’s requirements and

instructions.
4.18.3.2 Mixing water shall be at temperature not greater than 27°C or as specified by
Manufacturer. Due regard shall also be taken of the following points:
a. Preparation of grout shall be in a paddle type mortar mixer or by other suitable

mechanical mixer.
b. The grout shall not be mixed by hand.
c. Cement, sand aggregate or admixtures shall not be added unless specified by
the Manufacturer.
4.18.3.3 Contractor shall make use of the Manufacturer’s Field Service when undertaking
trial sections at the start of a contract.
4.18.4 Surface Preparation
4.18.4.1 All surface preparations shall follow the Manufacturer’s data sheets’ instructions for
each material while implementing the grouting works.
4.18.4.2 The following surface preparation shall apply for all grouts:
a. Concrete foundations shall be at least 7 days old before surface preparation.

b. All laitance shall be removed down to sound concrete.
c. Surfaces to receive grout shall be rough and reasonably levelled.
d. Surfaces shall have been wet-cured or curing compounds shall be removed.
e. The surfaces of concrete and base plate shall be clean.
4.18.4.3 All excess water shall be removed from concrete and bolt holes before grouting,
leaving only a damp film.
4.18.5 Formwork for Grouting
4.18.5.1 Formwork shall be provided for grout and shall be compatible with the method of
placing grout, specified hereafter.
4.18.5.2 Forms shall be designed for rapid, continuous and complete filling of space to be
grouted. Forms shall be of adequate strength to withstand the fluid grout, and shall
be caulked or sealed with tape to provide a watertight seal. The forms shall be
coated to prevent grout adherence and absorption.
4.18.5.3 For equipment requiring part of its base to remain un-grouted, such place shall be
blocked off with rope, inflated hose or other suitable method. Unless otherwise
shown on the drawings, the entire area under the base shall be grouted.
4.18.5.4 The forms shall extend to a minimum of 25 mm above the underside of the
baseplate being grouted and a minimum of 15 mm shall be left between the form
and the baseplate. On the pouring side, the forms shall be left a minimum of 50mm
away from the baseplate. The top of the forms on the pouring side shall be
sufficiently high, but no less than 150 mm.
4.18.6 Wedges and Shim Plates
Adequate wedges and/or shim plates shall be used for leveling steel structures
stationary equipment, prior to grouting, to which the following shall apply:
a. Shims that are used for leveling works shall be of stainless steel to avoid
corrosion.
b. Shims under steel structures and equipment shall be of a machined type and
need not be removed.
c. Wedges are restricted to minor steel structures, supports, etc. and shall be
removed. For shim installation the following criteria shall apply:
c1. The shim to be placed on the foundation shall be embedded in a mortar bed
such that the top of the shim is leveled,
c2. Shim plates shall be installed in such a manner that they are fully embedded
and surrounded by the grout to be installed later; minimum cover to shim
side- 50mm,
c3. Load per shim pack shall not exceed 7 N/mm2 under the worst loading
calculating the aforementioned bearing stress.
4.18.7 Placing, Curing and Testing
4.18.7.1 Placing and curing shall be carried out according to the following:
a. The installation of the grout shall be carefully supervised.

b. Special attention shall be paid to prevent distortion of the item being grouted.
c. Grout shall be mixed adjacent to the area being grouted and sufficient
manpower, materials and equipment shall be available for rapid and continuous
mixing and placing.
d. The placing of cement based grout shall commence not later than 15 minutes
after completion of the mixing.
e. Under no circumstances, re-mixing or knocking up shall be allowed.
f. Grout shall not be placed when ambient temperature exceeds 40°C.
g. Vent holes shall be drilled in base plates if required, or as directed by Company.
h. The grout shall fill all voids between the base plate or sole plate and the
foundation, shall have full surface contact, be thoroughly compacted and free
from air pockets.
4.18.7.2 Any areas or pockets, which have not received grout, shall be sealed with an
approved material. Grout may be placed either by pouring or pumping. Grout
placed by gravity flow shall be applied continuously under a head not less than
300mm and worked until the space is completely filled. Vibration shall not be used.
The grout shall not be overworked. All bolt holes and sleeves shall be adequately
filled. Pressure grouting may be used, where directed by Company.
4.18.7.3 All curing compounds shall be approved prior to application. Non-shrink grouts shall
be cured in accordance with the Manufacturer’s instructions.
4.18.7.4 After hardening, wedges shall be removed and the resulting voids filled with grout.
4.18.7.5 Grout shall be extended to the edge of the base plate surface (unless otherwise
noted) where it shall be finished with a chamfer of approximately 25 mm; and
Exposed non-shrink grout surfaces shall be coated with an epoxy-based product if
future contamination with lubricants is possible.
4.18.7.6 Testing for grouts shall be performed as follows:
a. Non-shrink cement based grout shall be tested at least once per day in
accordance with ASTM C109.
b. Prepare the nine number of cubes for each type of grout and test for required
compressive strength at 24 hours, 7 days and 28 days. During this period the
test specimens shall have been completely protected against drying,
evaporation, carbonation and exposure to temperatures greater than those
stated as accepted by grout Manufacturer.
4.18.8 Grout Manufacturer’s Field Service
If Manufacturer’s guarantees dependent on his involvement for some specific field

services, need to be utilized.
4.18.9 Finishing of Grout
4.18.9.1 Exposed edges shall be protected against damage during the curing period.
4.18.9.2 Where shims are to be removed, or if wedges were used, they shall be removed
after 3 days. On removal of the shims or wedges, the resultant void spaces shall be
filled with same type of grout.
4.18.9.3 Epoxy grout cannot be trimmed after set finish top surfaces prior to initial set per
Manufacturer’s recommendations.
4.18.9.4 Apply finish coating over grout holes and vent holes after grout has set.
5. WATER RETAINING STRUCTURE
5.1 General
Water retaining construction shall comply with this specification and ACI 350M. Where
the water to be retained is saline, the internal faces of the structure shall be coated as
described in subsection 4.16. Waterproof through-tie system shall be employed in the
formwork of water retaining construction.
5.2 Joints
5.2.1 Joints shall be designed and constructed in accordance with the project documents.
Details and the positioning of these joints, together with the materials to be used, shall
be shown on the construction drawings.
5.2.2 Where water-stops are called for on the construction drawings for joints, they shall be
fabricated of the materials and as indicated on the drawings. Jointing of water-stops
shall be by welding in accordance with Manufacturer’s recommendations. The lapping
of water-stops at joints, and the use of adhesives for jointing purposes, shall not be
permitted unless approved by Company. Care shall be taken at all times to ensure that
water-stops are not perforated or damaged in anyway during concrete placement.
Particular attention shall be paid to the placing and vibration of the concrete to ensure
well compacted concrete around the ribs of the water-stops. At all joints the concrete
shall be placed up to the center line of the water-stop.
5.2.3 Starters to walls of the watertight construction shall be cast using hung formwork, to
allow the concrete in the starters to be placed simultaneously with the concrete in the
slab.
5.3 Protective Coating
The inside faces of structures shall be coated as described in subsection 4.16, unless
otherwise shown on the construction drawings. The outside faces of structures which
are above grade shall be coated as described in subsection 4.16.
5.4 Testing
5.4.1 In addition to the testing required in 4.11 and 4.12, tests shall be conducted to
determine the overall water tightness of the structure and particularly the joints, in
accordance with ACI 350M.
5.4.2 The structure under test shall be filled to the designed level with potable water, and
left for a 7 day period to allow for absorption of water. The exposed faces shall be
inspected for leaks during this period. Any defect shall be corrected by an approved
method. This could involve demolition and rebuilding, or lining of the structure in case
of leaks at the joints.
6. PRECAST CONCRETE CONSTRUCTION
6.1 The precast concrete shall meet the requirements of this specification, ACI 318M-
chapter on precast concrete, those indicated on the construction drawings, and the
following relating to precast work in particular.
6.2 Identification of Precast Units - All units shall be marked with the date of
manufacture, orientation/location marks, lifting points, and mark number, with
distinguishing letters or numbers to identify the work, on a face which will not be
exposed in the permanent works.
6.3 Curing, Maturing and Stacking - The production schedule shall allow for curing
precast concrete in accordance with this specification. Slinging, transporting, stacking
and installation may take place when concrete strengths designed for these purposes
have been attained.
6.4 Cement/Sand Mortar - Cement/sand mortar for bedding and jointing precast
members shall be of equivalent strength, quality and color to that of the concrete
member being bedded or jointed. Cement/sand mortar shall be mixed in small
quantities and used immediately. Particular attention shall be paid to compact the
cement/sand mortar to prevent the formation of voids and air pockets.
6.5 Concrete Cover - The concrete cover shall be as per Table 9 of this document.
APPENDIX-A: ABBREVIATIONS
Abbreviation Description
ADNOC Offshore Abu Dhabi Company for Offshore Petroleum Operations

ASTM American Society for Testing and Materials
BSI British Standards Institute
CAP Civil Aviation Publication
CPS Construction Paint System
CS Carbon Steel
DFT Dry Film Thickness
GFRE Glass Fibre Reinforced Epoxy
GRE Glass Reinforced Epoxy
HDG Hot Dip Galvanized
HSE Health, Safety & Environment
ISO International Organization for Standardization
ITP Inspection Test Plan
MSL Mean Sea level
MTDS Material Technical Data Sheets
NDFT Nominal Dry Film Thickness
OEM Original Equipment Manufactured
PFP Passive Fire Protection
QA Quality Assurance
QAS Quality Assurance System
QC Quality Control
QCP Quality Control Plan
QMS Quality Management System
QP Quality Plan
SCS Shop-Primed Carbon Steel
SOLAS International Convention for the Safety of Life at Sea
SS Stainless Steel
SSPC Steel Structure Painting Council
APPENDIX-B: DEFINITIONS
B.1: General Definition
Term Definition
Is the Company based in Abu Dhabi. Also referred to as the

customer/Purchaser
ADNOC Offshore/
Company/Purchaser Organization responsible for placing the purchase order or contract for
the supply of goods and/or services. The organization in this case may
be the Company or Contractor or their nominated representative
The term Contractor includes any entity tasked to deliver full or part of
Contract scope of work of the design, engineering, procurement,
Contractor
construction, commissioning or management of the project, and
covers Vendors, Suppliers, Sub-contractors, Consultants; etc.
Inspection & test plan prepared by the Manufacturer reviewed and

approved by Company highlighting the principal hold and witnessing
points during and after the process of the product realization (i.e.:
ITP
manufacturing, fabrication, construction, installation), to ensure that
the quality level of the product is within the acceptable design
standards and requirements
Any and all persons, firms, partnerships, companies, bodies, entities

Manufacturer or a combination thereof including sub-suppliers who are fabricating/
constructing the complete equipment access
All those planned and systematic actions (QA) necessary to ensure

Quality Assurance quality i.e. to provide adequate confidence that a product or service
will be fit for its intended purpose
A Document setting out the general quality policies, procedures and
Quality Manual
practices of an organization
A document prepared by the Contractor/Vendor setting out the
Quality Plan specific quality practices, resources and activities relevant to a
particular project
The structure organization, responsibilities, activities, resources and
Quality
events that together provide organized procedures and methods of
Management
implementation to ensure the capability of the organization to meet
System
quality requirements
Technical Authority Central Engineering Department (CED) of ADNOC Offshore
Is the company contracted to undertake the third party inspection &

TPA
verification tasks (TPA) on behalf of ADNOC Offshore
Any and all persons, firms, partnerships, companies, bodies, entities

or a combination thereof including sub-vendors and sub-suppliers,
Vendor/Supplier who are providing materials or equipment and/or services of
equipment covered by this document (not necessarily the
manufacturer)
Appendix-B: Definitions (Cont’d)

B.2: Special Definition
Term Definition
Any and all documents, including codes, standards, studies, design
drawings, specification, sketches, practices and data sheets, that
Company or Engineer of Record has transmitted or otherwise
Contract Documents
communicated, either by incorporation or reference, and made part of
the legal contract agreement or purchase order between Company
and Contractor
Company’s authorized representative with overall authority and
responsibility for the engineering design, quality, and performance of
Engineer
the civil works, structure, foundations, materials, and appurtenances
described in the Contract Documents
Company-authorized party responsible for the overall day to day
Project Management
execution of the Project. PMT is to serve as a liaison between Company
Team (PMT)
and Contractor(s) involved in the Project
A deviation requested by the Contractor or Vendor, usually after
receiving the contract package or purchase order. Often, it refers to an
authorization to use, repair, recondition, reclaim, or release materials,
Concession Request
components or equipment already in progress or completely
manufactured but which does not meet or comply with Company
requirements. A Concession Request is subject to Company approval
APPENDIX-C: REFERENCED DOCUMENTS
Unless otherwise specified, the latest edition of the Technical Standards Documents listed below
shall to the extent specified herein, represent part of this document.
Designation Title
ADNOC Offshore
Guidelines for the Minimum Requirements for Onshore Geotechnical
A0-ENG-C-GDL-101
Investigations
A0-ENG-C-GDL-001 Management System for Onshore Structures
A0-ENG-C-STD-001 Design Criteria for Onshore structure (In-Service)
A0-ENG-C-SP-001 Specification for Earthworks
A0-ENG-C-SP-003 Specification for Onshore Structural Steel Works
A0-ENG-C-SP-004 Specification for Road and Pavement Works
A0-ENG-C-SP-005 Specification for Drainage System
A0-ENG-C-SP-101 Specification for Demolition of Onshore Civil Facilities
A0-ENG-C-STD-001 Design Criteria for Onshore Structures (In-Service)
A0-ENG-C-STD-002 Design Criteria for Onshore Structures (Pre-Service)
A0-ENG-C-STD-003 Foundation Design of Onshore Facilities
A0-ENG-N-SL-001 Status List for ADNOC Offshore Technical Standard Documents

Inspection and Testing Requirements for New Equipment and Materials
CP-102
in Manufacture
GDL-040 Concession Request
GDL-070 Management of Change (MOC - Applications)
HSE-212 Waste Management Strategy & Plan

Quality Assurance and Quality Control Requirements for Construction
SP-1007
Works
SP-1009 Requirements for Contractors Quality System on Major Projects
SP-1030 Specification for Design Criteria for Fixed Offshore Steel Structure
SP-1031 Quality Control Personnel for Fabrication and Construction
STD-00 Part 1 Measurement Units
STD-00 Part 2 Site Condition and Data

General Data on Environmental and Climatic Conditions at ZADCO
Z0-TS-Z-01010
Facilities
Appendix-C: Referenced Documents (Cont’d)
Designation Title
British Standards Institution (BSI)
BS 410 Test Sieves- Technical requirements and Testing. Parts 1 & 2

Fire tests on building materials and structures. Method for determination of
BS 476-20
the fire resistance of elements of construction (general principles)
BS 648 Schedule of Weights of Building Materials
BS 812 Testing Aggregates
BS 1881 Testing Concrete

Methods of Testing Concrete − Part 124: Methods for Analysis of
BS 1881-124
Hardened Concrete
Methods of Testing Concrete − Part 201: Guide to the use of nondestructive
BS 1881-201
methods of test for hardened concrete
Methods of Testing Concrete − Part 204: Recommendations on the use of
BS 1881-204
electromagnetic covermeters
Methods of Testing Concrete − Part 205:- Recommendations for radiography
BS 1881-205
of concrete
Methods of Testing Concrete − Part 206:- Recommendations for
BS 1881-206
determination of strain in concrete
Expanded Polystyrene Boards: Boards Manufactured from Expandable Beads
BS 3837
Requirements & Test Methods
BS 4027 Specification for Sulphate Resisting Portland Cement
BS 4482 Steel Wire for the Reinforcement of Concrete Products Specification
BS 4483 Steel Fabric for the Reinforcement of Concrete Specification

Steel for the Reinforcement of Concrete, Weldable Reinforcing Steel. Bar,
BS 4449
Coil & De-coiled Product - Specification
BS 4800 Paint colours for building purposes
BS 5212 Cold-applied Joint Sealant Systems for Concrete Pavements
BS 5215 Specification for One-part Gun Grade Polysulphide Sealants
BS 5889 Specification for One-part Gun Grade Silicone-based Sealants
BS 5930 Code of Practice for Site Investigations
BS 6093 Code of Practice for Design of Joints and Jointing in Building Construction
BS 6349 Maritime Structures (Parts 1 to 8)
BS 6399 Loading for Buildings
BS 7419 Specification for Holding Down Bolts
BS 8004 Code of Practice for Foundations
Designation Title
BS 8007 Design of Concrete Structures for Retaining Aqueous Liquids
BS 8110 Structural Use of Concrete

Concrete- Complimentary BS to BS EN 206, Part-1 Method of Specifier and
BS 8500-1
guidance to specifier
Scheduling, Dimensioning, Bending and Cutting of Steel Reinforcement for
BS 8666
Concrete
Hot Rolled Asphalt (Hot Process) for Roads and other Paved Areas –
BS 594987
Specification for Transporting, Laying and Compaction Works
CP 2012-1 Code of Practice for Foundations for Machinery
BS EN 196 Method of Test Cement

Cement-Part-1: Composition Specifications and Conformity Criteria for
BS EN 197-1
Common Cements
BS EN 206-1 Concrete − Part 1: Specification, performance, production and conformity
Tests for Geometrical Properties of Aggregates Part 1: Determination of
BS EN 933-1
Particle Size Distribution - Sieving Method
Admixtures for Concrete, Mortar, and Grout Part 2: Concrete Admixtures −
BS EN 934-1 & 2
Definitions, Requirements, Conformity, Marking and Labelling
Mixing water for concrete - Specification for sampling, testing and assessing
BS EN 1008 the suitability of water, including water recovered from processes in the
concrete industry, as mixing water for concrete
Tests for mechanical and physical properties of aggregates - Part 6:
BS EN 1097-6
Determination of particle density and water absorption
BS EN 1436 Road Marking Materials
BS EN 1744-1 Tests for chemical properties of aggregates Part 1: Chemical analysis
BS EN 1871 Road Marking Materials – Physical Properties
BS EN 1991-1-1 General actions — Densities, self-weight, imposed loads for buildings
BS EN 1991-1-4 Actions on structures Part 1-4: General actions – Wind actions

Euro Code 2: Design of Concrete Structures- General Rules and Rules for
BS EN 1992-1-1
Buildings
Design of Concrete Structures – Part 3: Liquid retaining and containment
BS EN 1992-3
structures
BS EN 1996 Euro Code 6: Design of Masonry Structures — Part 3
BS EN 1997-1 Geotechnical Design – Part 1: General Rules
BS EN 12350 Testing Fresh Concrete
BS EN 12390 Testing Hardened Concrete
Designation Title

Testing concrete in structures – Part 1: Cored Specimens – Taking,
BS EN 12504-1
examining and testing in compression
BS EN 12620 Aggregates for concrete
Pigments for the colouring of building materials based on cement and/or
BS EN 12878
lime Specifications and methods of test
Lightweight aggregates Part 1: Lightweight aggregates for concrete,
BS EN 13055-1
mortar and grout
BS EN 13108-4 Bituminous Mixtures – Material Specifications Hot Rolled Asphalt
Thermal Insulation Products for Buildings Factory Made Products of Extruded
BS EN 13164
Polystyrene Foam (XPS) Specification
Silica fume for concrete − Part 1: Definitions, requirements and
BS EN 13263-1
conformity criteria
Ground granulated blast furnace slag for use in concrete, mortar and grout.
BS EN 15167
Definitions, specifications and conformity criteria
BRITISH PUBLICATIONS:
- U.K. Concrete Society Technical Report No. 34: Concrete Industrial Ground Floors
- British Cement Association Technical Report 550: Design of Floors on Ground

i. British Cement Association Interim Note 11: The Design of Ground Supported Concrete
Industrial Floor Slabs
ii. CIRIA Special Publication 577: Guide to the Concrete Construction of Reinforced Concrete
in Arabian Peninsula
iii. CIRIA publication C660: Early age thermal crack control in concrete
International Organization for Standardization (ISO)

Fire-resistance tests - Elements of building construction - Commentary on
ISO 834-3
test method and test data application
ISO 9001 Quality Management Systems - Requirements
Designation Title
American Concrete Institute

Specification for Tolerances for Concrete Construction and Materials
ACI 117
and Commentary
Determining Fire Resistance of Concrete and Masonry Construction
ACI 216.1
Assemblies
ACI 224.3R Joints in Concrete Construction
ACI 301M-05 Specifications for Structural Concrete
ACI 302.1R Guide for Concrete Floor and Slab Construction
ACI 304R Guide for Measuring, Mixing, Transporting, and Placing Concrete
ACI 304.2R Placing Concrete by Pumping Methods
ACI 305R Hot Weather Concreting
ACI 305.1 Specification for Hot Weather Concreting
ACI 308R Guide to Curing Concrete
ACI 318M/318R Building Code Requirements for Structural Concrete and Commentary
Suggested Analysis and Design Procedures for Combined Footings
ACI 336.2R
and Mats
ACI 347 Guide to Formwork for Concrete
Code Requirements for Environmental Engineering Concrete
ACI 350M
Structures and Commentary
ACI 351 Foundations for Dynamic Equipments
ACI 360R Guide to Design of Slabs-On-Grade

ACI 530/ASCE-
Building Code Requirements for Masonry Structures
5/TMS 402
ACI SP-66 ACI Detailing Manual
American Society for Testing and Materials

Standard Specification for Steel Welded Wire Reinforcement, Plain, for
ASTM A185/A185M
Concrete
Standard Test Methods and Definitions for Mechanical Testing of Steel
ASTM A370
Products
Standard Specification for Deformed and Plain Carbon-Steel Bars for
ASTM A615/A615M
Concrete Reinforcement
Standard Practice for Making and Curing Concrete Test Specimens in
ASTM C31/C31M
the Field
ASTM C33/C33M Standard Specification for Concrete Aggregates
Standard Test Method for Organic Impurities in Fine Aggregates for
ASTM C40
Concrete
Designation Title

Standard Test Method for Obtaining and Testing Drilled Cores and
ASTM C42/C42M
Sawed Beams of Concrete
Standard Test Method for Soundness of Aggregates by Use of Sodium
ASTM C88
Sulfate or Magnesium Sulfate
ASTM C90 Specification for Load-Bearing Concrete Masonry Units
ASTM C94/C94M Standard Specification for Ready-Mixed Concrete
ASTM C114 Standard Test Methods for Chemical Analysis of Hydraulic Cement
Standard Test Method for Materials Finer than 75-μm (No. 200) Sieve
ASTM C117
in Mineral Aggregates by Washing
Standard Test Method for Density, Relative Density (Specific Gravity),
ASTM C127
and Absorption of Coarse Aggregate
Standard Test Method for Density, Relative Density (Specific Gravity),
ASTM C128
and Absorption of Fine Aggregate
Standard Test Method for Resistance to Degradation of Small-Size
ASTM C131
Coarse Aggregate by Abrasion and Impact in the Los Angeles Machine
Standard Test Method for Density (Unit Weight), Yield, and Air Content
ASTM C138/C138M
(Gravimetric) of Concrete
Standard Test Method for Clay Lumps and Friable Particles in
ASTM C142
Aggregates
ASTM C143/143M Standard Test Method for Slump of Hydraulic-Cement Concrete
ASTM C150/C150M Standard Specification for Portland Cement

Standard Test Method for Air Content of Freshly Mixed Concrete by the
ASTM C173/C173M
Volumetric Method
Standard Test Methods for Time of Setting of Hydraulic Cement by
ASTM C191
Vicat Needle
ASTM C270 Specification for Mortar for Unit Masonry
Standard Test Method for Potential Alkali Reactivity of Cement-
ASTM C227
Aggregate Combinations (Mortar-Bar Method)
Standard Test Method for Potential Alkali-Silica Reactivity of
ASTM C289
Aggregates (Chemical Method)
ASTM C494/C494M Standard Specification for Chemical Admixtures for Concrete
Standard Test Method for Linear Shrinkage and Coefficient of Thermal
ASTM C531 Expansion of Chemical-Resistant Mortars, Grouts, Monolithic
Surfacings, and Polymer Concretes
Test Method for Resistance to Degradation of Large-Size Coarse
ASTM C535
Aggregate by Abrasion and Impact in the Los Angeles Machine
Standard Test Method for Density, Absorption, and Voids in Hardened
ASTM C642
Concrete
Designation Title

Standard Specification for High Solids Content, Cold Liquid- Applied
ASTM C836/836M Elastomeric Waterproofing Membrane for Use with Separate Wearing
Course
Standard Test Method for Abrasion Resistance of Concrete or Mortar
ASTM C944/C944M
Surfaces by the Rotating-Cutter Method
ASTM C979 Standard Specification for Pigments for Integrally Colored Concrete
Standard Test Method for Length Change of Hydraulic- Cement Mortars
ASTM C1012/C1012M
Exposed to Sulfate Solution
Standard Specification for Chemical Admixtures for Use in Producing
ASTM C1017/1017M
Flowing Concrete
Standard Test Method for Temperature of Freshly Mixed Hydraulic-
ASTM C1064/C1064M
Cement Concrete
Standard Practice for Laboratories Testing Concrete and Concrete
ASTM C1077 Aggregates for Use in Construction and Criteria for Laboratory
Evaluation
ASTM C1152/1152M Standard Test Method for Acid-Soluble Chloride in Mortar and Concrete
ASTM C1240 Standard Specification for Silica Fume Used in Cementitious Mixtures
Standard Test Method for Softening Point of Bitumen (Ring-and-Ball
ASTM D36/D36M
Apparatus)
ASTM D512 Standard Test Methods for Chloride Ion in Water
ASTM D516 Standard Test Method for Sulfate Ion in Water
ASTM D570 Standard Test Method for Water Absorption of Plastics
ASTM D638 Standard Test Method for Tensile Properties of Plastics

Standard Test Method for Peel or Stripping Strength of Adhesive
ASTM D903
Bonds
Standard Test Methods for Pressure-Sensitive Adhesive-Coated Tapes
ASTM D1000
Used for Electrical and Electronic Applications
Standard Test Method for Tensile-Tear Strength of Bituminous Roofing
ASTM D4073
Membranes
Standard Test Method for Pull-Off Strength of Coatings Using Portable
ASTM D4541
Adhesion Testers
Standard Specification for Woven Wire Test Sieve Cloth and Test
ASTM E11
Sieves
ASTM E96/E96M Standard Test Methods for Water Vapor Transmission of Materials
Standard Test Methods for Water Vapor Retarders Used in Contact with
ASTM E154
Earth Under Concrete Slabs, on Walls, or as Ground Cover
Designation Title
Others
American Association of State Highways and Transportation Official

AASHTO
(AASHTO)- Standard Specifications for Highway Bridges
IBC-2009 International Building Code (IBC) 2009
National Concrete Masonry Association (NCMA)-
NCMA TEK
Manual for Concrete Masonry Design and Construction
NFPA National Fire Protection Association
OSHA 29 CFR-1910 Occupational Safety And Health Standards
OSHA 29 CFR-1926 Safety and Health Regulations for Construction
PCA IS003 Rectangular Concrete Tanks
PCA IS072 Circular Concrete Tanks without Pre-Stressing
ASCE Guidelines for Seismic Evaluation and Design of Petrochemical Facilities
ASCE Guidelines for Wind Loads and Anchor Bolt Design for Petrochemical Facilities
ASCE Task Committee Design of Blast Resistant Buildings in Petrochemical Facilities

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ADNOC Offshore Technical Standard

A0-ENG-C-SP-002 (Rev.0) May-2019

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Revision No. Revision Date Revised Section(s) / Page(s) Revision Description

This revision is based on Ex-

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4.4 Water-stops ........................................................................................................... 27

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The objective of this specification is to define the minimum engineering requirements

1.2.2 This specification supplements the requirements of BS EN 206-1 or alternatively ACI

The latest edition of the reference documentation, on the effective date of

The latest edition/revision of ADNOC Offshore Technical Standards Documents, on the

1.3.2 Equivalent Standards

Standard Documents equivalent to those referred to herein shall not be substituted

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1.3.3 Order of Precedence

1. UAE Statutory Legislation and Regulations.

The abbreviations used in this Document are listed in Appendix-A.

1.5 Terms & Definitions

The definitions used in this Document are listed in Appendix-B.

1.6 Use of Language

a. ‘Will’ is used normally in connection with an action by ADNOC Offshore and/or

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Item Unit of Measurement

All other units shall be in accordance with Company STD-00, Part-1.

1.8 Specification Deviation/Concession Control

2. QUALITY ASSURANCE/QUALITY CONTROL

2.2 QA/QC Requirements

a. Postpone concreting operations until outstanding requirements are fulfilled.

a. Outline of the Scope of Work.

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Table 1-Data and Documents Required to Company (*)

Submittal Submission Schedule

DESCRIPTION Review, 30 days Within 30 30days

1- (*) - Documentation other than specified in Table 1 (as identified in this

a. The name, trademark or other means of identification of the Manufacturer.

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d. Source of all material. Company approved source of material shall only be

a. Source and Manufacturer of materials to be used in concrete production.

3.2 Cementitious Materials

3.2.2 Type of Cement

3.2.2.1 Cement shall be Portland cement conforming to BS EN 197-1 or ASTM C150/C150M

a. Type I cement but containing a tricalcium aluminate (C3A) content of minimum

3.2.2.3 Ground Granulated Blast-furnace Slag (GGBS) Cement: To improve durability

3.2.4 Storage of Cement

3.2.5 Cement Transportation

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3.3.1.1 Aggregates shall conform to BS EN 12620 or ASTM C33/C33M, except as specified

3.3.1.2 Carbonate and dolomitic materials shall not be permitted.

3.3.2 Coarse Aggregate

a. Coarse aggregates shall be tested in accordance with relevant BS EN 1097 or

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Table 2-Test Requirements for Coarse Aggregates

Table 3-Gradation of Coarse Aggregate

Percentage by mass passing BS 410 sieves for nominal aggregate sizes

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3.3.3 Fine Aggregate

a. Fine aggregates shall be tested in accordance with relevant BS EN or ASTM Codes

A0-ENG-C-SP-002 - Onshore Plain & Reinforced Concrete

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A0-ENG-C-SP-002 - Onshore Plain & Reinforced Concrete