5) FALSE CEILING AND GYPSUM WALL WITH PAINT FINISH

1) METHOD STATEMENT

Method Statement for False Ceiling Works

1. SCOPE & OBJECTIVES

This method statement describes the method of
installation of suspended gypsum board and tile ceiling
with the use of metal framings in the project.
3. REFERENCES
3.1. Contract documents
1. Project Specification:
2. Contract Drawings:
3.2. Contractors Submittal
3. Project Quality Plan:
4. Project Safety Plan:
5. Material approvals (MAT)
6. Shop Drawings approvals (SPD)
7. Related method statements (MET)
4. DEFINITIONS / ABBREVIATIONS
4.1. Definition
1. Project –(Replace with project name)
2. Client –(Replace with clients name)
3. Developer –(Replace with developers name)
4. Consultant –(Replace with consultants name)
5. PMC –(Replace with PMC name)
6. Contractor –(Replace with contractors name)
7. Sub-contractor -(Replace with sub-contractors name)
8. Supplier –(Replace with suppliers name)
4.2. Abbreviations
1. Engineer – Representative of “Name of engineering
consultancy”
2. ICL – Inspection Check List
3. IR – Inspection Request
4. ITL -Independent Testing Laboratory
5. ITP – Inspection and Test Plan
6. ITR -Inspection & Test Requests
7. MAT – Material Submittal
8. MEP – Mechanical Electrical Plumbing
9. MET – Method Statement
10. MIR – Material Inspection Request
11. MSDS – Material Safety Data Sheet
12. PPE -Personal Protective Equipment
13. PQP -Project Quality Plan
14. PTW -Permit To Work ( Working at Height or
enclosed spaces)
15. RA -Hazard Identification and Risk Assessment
16. RFIA – Request for Inspection and Approval
17. SPD – Shop Drawing
18. TBM – Temporary Bench Mark
5. RESPONSIBILITIES/SUPERVISION
1. The project manager of the subcontractor is overall
responsible for the implementation of the MS. He will
ensure that the supervisory staff allocated for this MS
and all resources are in place for the
2. The site engineer is responsible to execute the
installation work as per the approved MS. QA/QC
engineer of the subcontractor is responsible to ensure
that work has been done as per specification and
inspections are done as per the approved ITP. Safety
officer of the subcontractor is responsible to ensure that
all personnel on site are to abide by the project safety
requirements.
6. EQUIPMENTS & TOOLS / MANPOWER / MATERIALS
6.1. Plant & Equipment Requirement
Following tools will be used for installation of
suspended false ceiling works.
1. Drills with bits for concrete and metal
2. Screw gun – Power tool that drives all types of
gypsum board screws through gypsum board and into
framing or substrate
3. Powder-actuated tool ( E.g. Hilti Gun fastener)
4. Chalk line
5. Sprit level
6. Metal cutting scissors
 7. Measuring tape – A steel retractable measuring tape,
usually 25 feet in length.
8. Gypsum board T-square –Square edge for measuring
and cutting gypsum board to length and for cutting out
holes for square outlet boxes and other openings.
9. Utility knife – the Standard cutting tool with
replaceable/reversible blades for scoring and cutting
gypsum board.
10. Hammer – Drives nails through gypsum board into
wood framing.
11. Keyhole saw – Small triangular saw for cutting out
holes for outlet boxes, pipes, and other penetrations.
12. Assorted trowels and taping knives – Bladed tools
for applying and smoothing tape and joint compound
over joints and fastener heads.
13. Tray / Box to contain joint compound while finishing
joints and fastener heads.

2.
6.2. Manpower Requirement
1. False ceiling technician
2. Labour
3. Supervisor/ Foreman
4. Site Engineer

3.
6.3. Material Requirements
Following materials will be used for installation of
suspended false ceiling works.
1. 12.5mm thick regular gypsum boards
2. 600x600x6mm thick calcium silicate tiles
3. 0.55mm thick suspension of framing elements
4. T-24 exposed GI suspension
5. 0.5 mm thick 600mm x 600mm Aluminum tile
7. PROCEDURE / METHOD TO BE EMPLOYED
7.1. Site survey
1. The receipt of the shop drawings approved the
consultants the site will be surveyed and any
discrepancy found will be notified to the main contractor
for clarification.
7.2. Setting Out
1. Setting out and marking will be done as per approved
shop drawing ceiling height of various areas shall be
marked based on the benchmark provided by main
contractor level will be transferred on all the corners
and chalk lines will be marked.
7.3. Fixing Of Wall Angles
1. The wall angles will be fixed along the marked ceiling
line depending on the substrate at 600mm to center
spacing. Before fixing the wall angle the substrate has
to receive necessary finishes as per the finish schedule.
7.4. Fixing Of Hangers
1. Fixing of hangers will be done as per the approved
shop drawing layout details and using hanger anchorage
devices of the soffit as per approved material submittal.
The position of the hangers will be marked on the soffit
of the slab, which has to be reviewed by main contractor
site engineer upon receipt of MEP clearance hangers
shall be fixed at a spacing of 1200mm centres on both
the directions where MEP services are clashing with
fixing hangers, additional supplies shall be provided by
agreeing with main contractor on site.
7.5. Frame Work
1. The framework will be done according to the
approved shop drawings and with approved materials.
Framing members such as Main Runners and Furring
Channels of 0.55mm thick shall be placed as a spacing
of 1200mm and entries respectively. Heavy recessed
fixtures should be independent of the ceiling framing
stems.
7.6. FrameWork Inspection and MEP Clearance
1. Upon completion of framework, respective areas shall
be offered for main contractor and consultant
inspection. Inspection request will be raised on
prescribed formats for first and second fix of ceiling.
Written clearance for MEP and associated works to be
different stages for the uninterrupted flow of our works.
Upon receiving the approval and MEP clearance. Void
closures shall be started by gypsum board installation.
Gypsum boards of specified type (Regular) shall be
applied to the framing using gypsum screws at 200mm.
For tile ceiling, the void closure will be done by placing
calcium silicate tiles on the complete grid work.
7.7. Taping and Jointing For Gypsum Board Ceilings
The following coat will be applied over the joints.
1. First Coat / Jointing Coat
2. Second Coat
3. Third Coat
1. First coat is initial jointing process where the fiber
tape is fixed over the thin joining compound applied
over the joints. Another layer of jointing compound
application would be done over the tape. This would be
approximately 75mm wide. Screw heads also will be
covered by the application of the joint compound. The
second and third coat will be applied successively after
having dried the previous coats. Each successive coat to
be feathered 40mm beyond the previous layer sides of
the joint. This would be sanded smooth after drying and
leave for receiving decoration by following trades.
7.8. Final Check-Up
On completion of taping, jointing and sanding
subcontractor supervisor will check the level and make
sure that is in true level and the work is within the
tolerance limits.
7.9. Cleaning and Handover to the Main Contractor
1. When all our activities are completed, the area will be
clean thoroughly. Once the cleaning is done and
approved subcontractor’s site in-charge a “Request for
inspection” could be raised by him to main contractor
for their acceptance to issue the substantial completion
of works certificate. The area then would be handed to
the main contractor or the succeeding contractor for
further finishes/decoration.
8. HEALTH AND SAFETY HAZARDS:
 Specific safety measures have to be followed as
applicable, and all the safety measures are covered
separately in the Project Safety Plan.
9. ATTACHMENTS
9.1. Inspection Checklists
9.2. Inspection Test Plan
9.3. Risk Assessment
9.4. Technical Data Sheet (TDS)
9.5. Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS)

PURPOSE: To ensure that the Gypsum Board Suspended Ceiling and related activities are
executed safely and in accordance with the contract requirements and that all quality
assurance / control activities are conducted in a systematic manner. To ensure that works are
inspected, conformance is verified and documented.
2. SCOPE: This procedure is applicable to the following works associated with the project for
the installation of the suspended ceiling as per approved shop drawings.
3. RESPONSIBILITIES
3.1 The Project Manager shall be responsible for the overall implementation of this procedure
for suspended ceiling works, ensuring the works described in this statement are conducted to
required codes, standards and best practices in conformance with approved drawings and
specifications.
3.2 Site Engineer along with Surveyor / Foreman will ensure that the works are carried out in
accordance with the specifications, approved drawings and in accordance with this method
statement

3.3 QA/QC Engineer shall ensure that the works are carried out in accordance with the project’s
requirement. He shall be also responsible for the implementation of related QA/QC works as
detailed and as required in this procedure

3.4 HSE Inspector / Safety Officer shall ensure implementation of all safety procedures and
regulations as per our HSE Plan and in accordance with the safety plan set by contractor, he
shall conduct training and tool box talks on the hazards, dangers and controls before
commencement of works. He shall observe and ensure that Abu Dhabi regulations are complied
with.
3.5 Sustainability Manager: shall oversee the Environmental & Sustainability controls and
measures of the installation process. Construction practices shall be in conformance with
project CEMP, the manufacturer’s standards and to the satisfaction of the projects
Environmental Managers. Sustainable and Environmental measures pertaining to this
installation are briefly outlined in section 5.3 of this Method statement.
4. EQUIPMENTS
Below is the equipment involved in the suspended ceiling works:-

 Drills
 Mobile
 Knives: Knives used must be of good quality and for the required job, hand gloves to be
used
 Screw drivers
 Sand paper
 Scrapers
 Level tools (Laser level)
The capacity / size of the above equipment shall be judged in accordance with site conditions,
requirements, and availability at the time of execution.

All the above tools or equipment will be operated by skilled labors, and will be checked and
maintained regularly by our supervisor.

5. Safe Work Plan

 The forklift will be use for lifting of material, safe for its use
 The operator has a valid license to operate.
 Slings have been identified and are correctly certified.
 A toolbox talk is conducted prior to the start of the work, in accordance with procedure
 One member of the erection crew will be assigned as banks man and shall be suitably
trained by supplier for the task.
 Only the banks man will give instructions to the operator.
 All required materials will be brought to the site location.
 Forklift operations will be under the control of the banks man who will have clear visual
contact at all times with the equipment.
 Ensure all Personal Protection Equipments like Steel Toe Safety Shoes. Safety helmets,
 Goggle, Safety reflective jacket, Safety Belt is worn prior to start of work
 The work Involves working at a height of 1.8 mtrs from Floor Level all the time should
wear full body safety harness.
  All safety precautions to be taken when working at heights. Full body Safety harness to be
strapped at all times.
 Erection of scaffolding shall be by the certified scaffolders.
 All electrical cable shall be color coded by the competent person with monthly color
coding.
 Lighting shall be provide in the night shift activities.
6. Suspended Ceiling Installation Procedure
Before start of suspended ceiling works the following works need to be completed and assessed
by the QAQC engineer from all concerned parties.
• Plaster works to walls up to the required height
• Stucco and primer work should be done to the required height
• All M.E.P woks of first fix services should be completed
• Protection of flooring

Before starting of the first fix services of false ceiling clearance will be obtained from the
contractor, consultant and MEP sub contractor as the first fix services of M.E.P above the false
ceiling to be
completed and approved.

An area for mock up will be prepared for inspection and approval before proceeding with the
overall installation.

QAQC procedures shall be followed, WIR shall be raised, inspections shall be carried out at
different work tiers and clearances shall be obtained at progressive levels as mentioned
therein.

Fixing of Suspension Grid

 I angles as per approved materials and section details of false ceilings will be fixed on level
markings with self taping screws and royal plugs @ every 400mm c/c and at 100mm near
the wall corners and joints of angles
 Vertical support of primary channels or 3.5mm dia G.I wire with approved materials and
section details will be fixed to concrete slab @ 1000mm c/c and 300mm near the walls
with 6mm dia concrete plugs or rivets and extra supports should be provided near the A/C
duct if required
 Horizontal channels will then be fixed to vertical channels with self taping screw
 For areas where the suspension height is much more than typical like the toilets, the C-
channels 38X10mm. shall be used as vertical support, the channels shall be fixed to the
slab with high screws from fisher supporting up to a weight of 50 kg per fix.
  Suspension system of the gypsum board ceiling should not be in direct contact with M.E.P.
services especially A/C ducts.
Fixing of Gypsum Board:
Before starting of the Gypsum Board fixing services of false ceiling clearance will be obtained by
the
contractor, consultant and M.E.P sub contractor, services of M.E.P above the false ceiling to be
completed and approved as well inspection of the suspension frame of false ceilings should be
carried out by the consultant and should be rectified to comments if given by them.

 Two layers of Gypsum plaster board sheet as approved should be fixed to furring channels
with self taping screws at every 100mm c/c and G.I angles @ the perimeter of walls.
 Extra furring channels should be provided at the joints of Gypsum plaster boards to its
shorter lengths and cut piece joints if required.
 Extra supports should be provided around access panel.
Finishing of Gypsum Board
Before start of the finish works including filler and paint, services of false ceiling marking will be
made by M.E.P sub contractor as per approved shop drawings for all the electrical points, A/C
supply and return air diffuser position, sprinkler points and position of access panel as per
approved coordinated drawings and inspection by the consultant and contractor to be obtained
for final approval of cutting, gypsum boards shall be cut mechanically

 Peel off the paper at the square edge of the boards

 Apply joint filler in all the joints to fill the gaps
 Apply joint filler over the mesh and screw positions in level of the boards and leave it to
get dry.
 The ceiling shall be finished with an approved paint, minimum two coats of paint on
approved dry wall primer. QAQC engineer will review surface preparation before start of
final finishing and painting works.
 The ceiling shall be paint finish, a primer-stucco-paint finish coat shall be done in
compliance with manufacturers standards, and the ceiling shall be properly cleaned prior
to start of paint finish.
 Application of stucco & paint coat layers shall be in different directions.
Refer Technical Data Sheets for finishing materials application, manufacturers recommended
application standards shall be followed.

Sustainability and Environmental Measures

The materials in the installation include gypsum plaster board on a GI channels for the
supporting grid, paint and primer coat finish.
Special care needs to be taken in the storing and use of Gypsum Boards considering the
humidity and temperature. Ideally to be stored in air-conditioned environment, in the absence
of which the material needs to be covered by a tarpaulin at all times.

Considering the fragility of the material especially around its edges, care should be taken in
handling and storage so as to avoid impacts on the edges.

Energy use will mostly be mostly limited to hand tools (drills, cutting machines etc), with
material handling and waste management forming the major concerns for environmental
control.

The paints are preapproved and fall within an acceptable VOC limit, painting works shall
conform to the product’s technical data sheet.

As standard practice the following environmental friendly precautionary measures shall be

taken, while conducting the work as described in this statement, workers shall be trained and/
or allocated for conducting the same as necessitated:

 Ensure spill kits are available nearby all fueling activities.

 Ensuring spills are handled effectively and recorded as regulated by the project CEMP and
the product MSDS.
 Cans, containers containing fuel, chemicals, adhesives, paints etc, shall be kept closed
while not in use, or under drip trays if required.
 Due diligence is shown in material handling, avoiding damage and waste creation.
 Due diligence shall be shown for waste reduction, with possible reuse if applicable.
 Due diligence shall be shown for waste disposal; ensuring waste is segregated and
disposed off in allocated dumpsters.
 Energy saving methods will be sought, ensuring equipments and/or generators are turned
off while not in use.
 Due diligence is shown in the use of water.
 Chemicals and hazardous wastes are handled and disposed in accordance with the
product MSDS and CEMP requirements.
7. ACCESS & EGRESS
To maintain proper access and egress, sufficient ladders are to be provided for safe work. The
work shall be executed as per approved Methods statement & Shop drawings. Housekeeping
on daily basis.