OVERALL CONSTRUCTION METHOD STATEMENT

REVISION RECORD

1.

This cover page is a record of all revisions of the document identified above by number and title. All previous cover
pages are hereby superseded and are to be destroyed.

2.

The contractor has the full right to modify, amend or change Method Statement and supporting documents as required
or as deemed necessary. All such documents will be submitted to the Company for approval.

Rev. No.

Date

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Chkd.

Approvals HMR

Description and Page Numbers of

Revisions

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22/08/01

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INITIAL ISSUE

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12/9/01

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Revision 1

CONTENTS
1.0

SCOPE

2.0

PURPOSE

3.0

REFERENCES

PROJECT ORGANIZATION

5.0

SITE ORGANIZATION

6.0

SURVEY

7.0

PRE-CONSTRUCTION ACTIVITIES

8.0

PROJECT EXECUTION
8.1
Demolition
8.2
Ground Beams and Pile Caps
8.3
Concrete core Construction
8.4
Concrete Slab Construction
8.5
Steel Frame Construction
8.6
Faade Cladding
8.7
Installation of Services
8.8
Lifts
8.9
Finishes
8.10 MEP Coordination
8.11 Specialist Trades
8.12 Testing & Commissioning

9.0

PLANT & EQUIPMENT

9.1
Site Craneage
9.2
Access Hoists
9.3
Concrete Pumping
COMPLETION AND HANDOVER

10.0
1.

4.0

SCOPE
1.1
1.2

This Overall Method Statement applies for Overall Construction Methodology for the
Entire Project.
Individual activity detailed method Statements will be submitted subsequently indicating
specific responsibility for personnel on site.

2.

PURPOSE
2.1
This Method Statement outlines the construction methodology and procedures to be
followed on site. This includes Staff, Labour and Equipments which will be utilized on
site.

3.

REFERENCES
3.1.
Contract Drawings
3.2.
Contract Specifications
3.3.
Contract Documents, Bulletins, Attachments.
3.4
Quality Procedures

3.5
4.

MR Safety Procedures

PROJECT ORGANIZATION
The Project Organizational Structure reflects the anticipated staffing level for all
operations on the project. The level of staffing will vary according to the project activities
at a particular point in time and as detailed in the staffing programme.
A Project Manager heads the Project Team and the key staff members reporting directly to
him will be:Deputy Project Manager / Construction Manager
Commercial Manager
Engineering Manager
Planning Manager
Reporting to the Corporate Head Office and liaising with the Project Manager will be the:QA/QC Manager
Safety Manager
The staff selected will be employees capable of managing and executing the construction
of this prestigious project. We have chosen the Senior Management for this project with
UAE Construction Experience, long service employees and also staff members who have
performed on our Joint Venture Projects in the U.A.E.
All staff employed on this project will have previous experience on high rise construction
and on high quality finishing. They possess the Technical Knowledge to understand the
requirements of the project.
We believe in selecting people who communicate well and can operate in large project
teams. The key performance detailed areas required in the Management of the Major
Projects are described:
ENGINEERING:
The development of the detailed design from Contract documentation is seen as critical to
the success of this project. We have provided for a strong team to fulfill this requirement.
General arrangement drawings will be prepared and coordinated to include all service
openings, Cladding fixing and other embedded items as required.
The components of Concrete Structure, Precast Concrete, Steel Structure, MEP, Faade
and finishes are identified as critical elements of the project requiring intense upfront
effort to plan, Co-ordinate and expedite information to ensure that construction can
proceed in the most efficient manner.
STATEMENT OF DESIGN RESPONSIBILITIES:

Our role will be to prepare shop drawings to develop the details to a stage suitable for
complete installation. In particular, this will include:
The Coordination of all Mechanical and Electrical Installations with the structure and other
trades within the works.
The detailed design of curtain wall and cladding connections.
We will conduct a technical review of the design and specification of individual
components to ascertain their suitability for the project, when used separately or in
combinations. S if interfaces will be undertaken to provide comprehensive detailed
solutions to junctions and interfaces.
We have no direct design responsibility unless specifically stated.

METHODOLOGY FOR DESIGN DEVELOPMENT / COMPLETION:

The success of this project will depend upon how efficient we are in developing and
processing large volumes of information. We have tried and tested methods of handling
information, which have proved very effective on large complex projects.
We will establish and manage the following:DETAILED SUMMARY PROGRAMME:
Including all submittals in sufficient detail, and logically packaged to promote effective
working by all parties. The sequence of all submittal will take account of all procurement
considerations. Priority items will be identified. The programme will include sufficient
time for adequate review.
ENGINEERING TEAM / DESIGN REVIEW TEAM:

To review and approve all Technical Submissions prior to submittal.

To review the Engineering and Design elements and carry out checks prior to formal
submission.
This will also include the use of outside consultants where necessary.

MEP COORDINATION TEAM:

To coordinate the Mechanical and Electrical Installation with the Structure and Finishes in
close cooperation with the Engineering and Design Review Teams.
INFORMATION AND HANDLING SYSTEM:
All submittals and Request for Information will be recorded on a data base to ensure
efficient tracking and reports produced on a weekly basis. All information will be
transmitted via a Transmittal Document, recorded in a database and tracked to assist with
information flow:-

The following outlines the basis process we will follow:a)

b)
c)
d)
e)
f)
g)
h)
i)
j)
k)
l)
m)
n)
o)

Verify the concrete geometry and produce outline drawings.

Establish Main Service routings and establish pipe/insulation sizes.
Verify and agree vertical shaft opening sizes and all other block outs for MEP services.
Establish and Agree Zones for horizontal MEP service distribution.
Produce sections and detail and critical locations.
Coordinate Cladding Fixing and Support Details.
Coordinate Aluminium Glazing /Curtain Wall Fixing & Support details.
Produce rebar/block out/Embed shop drawings Vertical elements.
Produce rebar/block out/Embed shop drawings Horizontal elements.
Produce detailed dimensioned layouts of internal block walls & partitions.
Produce dimensioned reflected ceiling plans and sections.
Produce wall elevations for positioning 2ndFix MEP elements.
Produce dimensioned wall and floor tiling layouts.
Produce joinery and shop fitting layouts, plans sections.
Produce required as-built drawings.
Architectural and Structural review, Coordination and Approval of Shop Drawings will
have dedicated personnel.
Technical Submittal Engineer will expedite and review documentation to be submitted in
terms of Contract Requirements. On site Planners will provide detailed Operational and
Look ahead Programmes to ensure that this process happens in a Timely and Ordered
manner.
Closely aligned with planning, procure3ment will be managed under the Engineering
Department and will detail all components and track their purchasing , manufacture and
transportation and delivery to site.
Identification of problematic items and their resolution will be managed form this
department.
Development and approval of method statements will be prepared in consultation with
construction and QA/QC Staff.
The interaction between site activities and information co-ordination will be managed
through a Request for Information System.
RFI, Submittals and Transmittals will be all recorded and tracked through a database
system, with regular reports produced.

CONSTRUCTION:
The work will be divided into three separate sections Car Park, Tower J and Tower H.
Each section will be headed by a Section Manager and Section Engineer. Supervisors with
suitable high rise buildings construction experience will be on site to ensure fast and
accurate erection of the structures.

The Section managers and Section Engineers will ensure adherence to details and
coordinate with the Engineering Department on site. Planning Department will produce
short-term look ahead programmes.
Finishing will be directly controlled by an experienced Construction Manager and will
have engineers/foremen specifically dedicated to control the identified critical work
elements.
Whilst we have allowed a normal working on a six days a week, certain operations such as
concreting will take place at night for which the nigh shift supervisor is allocated.
Detailed schedule will be submitted at a later stage.
Plant and Logistic Coordinator will be appointed for plant requirements and operational
control thereof. His responsibility will also include the control of all site storage, lay down
and personnel and material movement throughout the site. If one is not sufficient, we will
ensure one for each tower.
A survey team is provided for dimensional control and positioning of all elements. Survey
and setting out controls will be a critical part of ensuring accuracy in construction of the
structure. This will be essential for the Facade and Curtain Wall installations.
PLANNING:
The Planning Manager will co-ordinate with the Engineering and Construction Managers
to provide a forward planning and a historical reporting function. Primavera will be used
as Planning Software.
We believe that the programme is an essential tool used to assist us in effectively
managing all aspects of the Project. As such, we take great care and effort to ensure that a
realistic, considered, and comprehensive document is produced.
Planning Assistans will be available to produce historical reports and look ahead
programmes and detailed records of progress.
Weekly and monthly reports will be produced, the format of which will be for contract
documents.
Procurement schedules will be produced in conjunction with the Engineering Department
as soon as the Level 2 programme is approved.
Preparation, review and approval of all Engineering shop drawings will be monitored
relative to programmed construction activity.
Subcontractor Progress Reports will be received, analysed, evaluated and incorporated in
the overall programme assessments.

Identified problem areas will be responded to by the Engineering and Construction

Managers.
COMMERCIAL:
The Commercial Department will be responsible for internal cost management,
preparation of Contractor, prepares pay request valuations, measurements, pricing and
agreement of variations to the contract.
Cash Flow Management and account payments will be facilitated from site.
Monitoring and ensuring compliance with the conditions of contract.
Measurement and payment of subcontractors and finalization of subcontractor accounts.
Coordination with the Construction and Planning Departments will allow cost forecasting
to be an integral of progress planning and management.
Final account agreement on a progressive basis with the Project Manager.
QA/QC MANAGER:
The QA/QC manager will report directly to the corporate QA Manager in order to ensure
an independent assessment of non-conformances, but will also have access to consult the
Construction and Section Managers.
The QA/QC Manager will be responsible with the technical and construction departments
in preparation of method statements for all operations.
Construction and subcontractor staff will undertake implementation with a preventive
approach to quality non-conformances.
QA/QC Staff will ensure that monitoring and checking regime for all operations are
documented and will be liaised with consultant staff to achieve acceptance.
This process will not just cover construction operations but also off site manufacturing and
procurement processes.
Operation and Maintenance Manuals will be produced for project handover.
SAFETY:
We are aware of the particular sensitivity of this site, being an occupied site it will place
upon us the responsibility for careful consideration of each work item, its potential impact,
and preventive measures that needs to be in place before works proceed. We strongly
support the preparation of method statements, their review, discussion and the use of preconstruction meetings to reinforce and communicate what has to happen.
The Safety Officer on site will have an experience in high rise office construction,

essential on a project of this nature.

Reporting will be directly to Corporate Safety Department in order to ensure independent
assessment of safety non-conformances, but also having access to the Construction and
Section Managers.
Regular daily monitoring of site activities will be undertaken.
Regular meetings with Main Contractor and Subcontractors representatives will ensure
clear lines of communications.
House keeping and maintenance of a clean working environment will be liaised via the
Site Safety Officer.
First Aid facilities and the nursing staff will be the responsibility of the Site Safety Officer.
The Site Safety Officer will investigate proactive accident prevention programmes.
Tool Box talks will be conducted as per Project Safety Plan by the Site Safety Officer /
Engineer.
5. SITE ORGANIZATION:
5.1

MEANS AND METHODS FOR MATERIALS ACCESSING THE SITE

The size of the site and the arrangement of the structures to be constructed result in
limited areas for access and lay down which if not controlled could lead to congestion and
general slowing down of site activity. Access arrangements will vary at different stages,
being impacted of the construction of the water tank, the car park re-opening and the
construction of the new car park.
Our approach to limit this congestion will be to implement a combination of the following:

a.

We will make use of off site storage / fabrication facilities to pre-assemble components
ready for site installation. To develop an approach that results in the greatest possible
utilization of site space. This will be achieved by introducing precast for Car Park.
Unitized units for aluminium, ducts fabrication, etc.

b.

Pre-packaging and palletization of materials: All materials, where possible will be

palletized for site delivery. On arrival, they will be hoisted to position by crane or handled
by forklift on to the hoist loading gantry empty pallets will be removed from site if no
space for storage is available.

c.

The employment of just in time delivery philosophy. The use of short and medium term
programming techniques, together with the employment of a dedicated procurement
planner will ensure that deliveries are planned to occur when needed, not before.

d.

Defined Lay Down and Storage Areas. Site access will be demarcated and sign posted.

Laydown areas clearly demarcated and prepared to ensure ease of handling and movement
of materials.
e.

Rigorous control over site house keeping and logistics. The employment of a dedicated
Site Logistics Coordinator reporting to the Construction Manager will ensure that there is a
plan for each component delivered to site.

f.

Effective rubbish removal. We plan to have a loading gantry situated at the base of the
hoist incorporating a facility for filling skip waste bins direct from the aces hoists.
Rubbish materials from the floors will be loaded into a purpose made wheeled bins on
each floor which will be brought down at night and disposed off via these skips.

g.

Cantilevered Loading Gantries will be employed at various levels to suit progress and
facilitate the loading of palletized materials using the site craneage.

h.

Efficient Vertical Transportation: we will provide suitable capacity for vertical

transportation. On tall structures, the ability to move personnel and material vertically in
an efficient manner is paramount to achieving the production levels required to meet the
demanding programme of this project. This will be controlled by the Section Engineers,
Foremen and in Coordination with the Site Safety Officer.

5.2

TEMPORARY WORKS TO ENSURE THE SAFETY OF ADJACENT ROADS

Prior to the execution of any work related to excavation, we will prepare a detailed method
statement. This will include reference to adjacent structures, roads and underground
services.
Potential problems will be identified and specific measures developed to deal with the
particular circumstance. Temporary shoring , traffic diversion, support of existing services
will all be considered and used where necessary.

5.3

TRAFFIC MANAGEMENT
Access to the site will be defined and manned with control booms or gates. Due to the
restricted area on site and as previously described, deliveries to the site will be planned
and controlled. Staging areas will be arranged off-site if needed to structure the sequence
of deliveries to site to suit construction activity and ensure that congestion does not occur.
Signage will be erected to clearly direct deliveries to demarcated off loading and set down
points.
Access onto site for construction traffic will be at the Corniche side for the new Towers.
One entrance and one exit will be created for Tower H and repeated for Tower J. Off
loading will be directly from the truck to final position wherever possible. Limited lay
down areas will be provided in the V-Shape area between new and existing Towers.
Occasionally off-loading may be carried out from the adjacent vacant plot if permitted and
the side passage adjacent to Tower H.
Access for Car park construction will be at Sheikh Khalifa Street, utilizing the existing

road and hard standing areas.

Other than two VIPs vehicle, no private vehicles will be allowed to park on site.
Note:- Interface with xxxxxxxx emergency procedures. The emergency
evacuation route and assembly points will be agreed with the tenants on existing towers.
Safety signage will be provided and maintained on the hoardings interfacing between the
General Public and the construction site.
The enclosed site layout indicates our intention regarding the positioning of Construction
Offices, Lay Down areas and equipment.
Application will be made for a Temporary Power Supply, however we will provide
temporary generators for the initial construction period, until the time xxxx temporary
power is provided. As when the permanent power will be available by that time, we will
start commissioning major plant.
A Site Logistic layout will be developed showing detail of the major plant items and
temporary site facilities indicating the position and size.
OFFICES AND STORAGE
Offices will be those currently erected on site for Main Contractors Staff. Additional site
offices will be constructed for subcontractors.
Main store will be constructed as well in addition to some sub stores on different levels of
towers.
It is intended that the majority of the operational staff and subcontractors will eventually
be located in the Car Park at Level 3 and Level 4. This will include labourers change
rooms, prayer rooms, canteens, first aid rooms and sub stores rooms. Access routes to and
from Tower structures will be demarcated and strictly controlled to ensure that the
movement of the labour does not impact on the operation of the existing buildings.
WELFARE FACILITIES
Ablution facilities in the existing offices will be used for site staff.
Temporary facilities will be located on the ground floor of the existing car park to be
relocated once this area is handed back to COMPANY or needed for permanent works.
Welfare facilities will be provided within the individual building structures thus
supplementing to the main facility and will allow workmen to remain in their operational
area for the greater part of the day, avoiding inefficient movement to and from the
workforce.

Urinals to all floors will be provided. A prefabricated units and a waste and water riser
will be installed. Water line will be piped up with the header tanks installed on every 12th
floor. Drinking water dispensers will be installed on alternate floors alongside urinals.
Cleaners are operating under the Site Safety Officer and will ensure cleaning of the
facilities is undertaken.
Full ablution facilities will be provided in every six floors.
Movement of personnel up and down the tower blocks will be by goods/personnel hoists,
two cages will be installed on the tower block with 2 ton capacity in each cage.
Construction staircases will be installed in the cores to provide access in these areas that
are being constructed in advance of the floors.
First Aid Boxes and Fire Stations will be installed in every floor.
Designated eating areas will be provided on various levels as required together with
rubbish bins, from which the waste material will be removed and cleaned on a daily basis.
This restricts the vertical movement of labour at meal times, thus reducing the pressure on
hoisting facilities.
RUBBISH REMOVAL
A clean working environment will be an important part of our approach to the project.
This will be dealt within the following manner:A cleaning team headed by a cleaning foreman and directed by the Site Safety Officer,
who in conjunction with the Construction and Section Managers will co-ordinate the
allocation of such resources as necessary.
The maintenance of a clean site will be the responsibility of supervisory and
subcontractors staff who will ensure their working areas are clean on a daily basis.
Removal of concrete waste will be undertaken using tower cranes and lifted directly off
the floors. Wheeled bins will be provided on working floors and rubbish loaded into them,
they will be removed during the night using the access hoists. These bins will be
discharged into the waste vehicle bins adjacent to where the hoists are located.
Food waste from eating areas will be loaded into rubbish bins located in the eating areas,
removed form the building after each meal and loaded into the waste vehicle bins.
Any hazardous waste which have been identified will be disposed off in an appropriate
manner in compliance with Local Authority regulations.
A specialized contractor will undertake a regular assessment and treatment of the building
in order to maintain a Rodent Control Programme.

6.0

SURVEY:
SURVEY APPROACH
The project is a complex in nature such Method Statement covering all aspects of
dimensional control for the construction, prediction, implementation and monitoring for
the project will be prepared.
This is based on the assumption that the Section Engineer and his surveyor will provide
movement predictions and analyze results of our monitoring activities.
The proposal recognizes the need for meaningful monitoring results to provide sufficient
feedback for the Engineers analysis.
The Method Statement will be submitted separately.

7.0

PRECONSTRUCTION ACTIVITES
Prior to start, the Planning Manager will produce the Proposed Construction Programme
that will include the following:1.
2.
3.
4.

Subcontractor Procurement Schedule.

Material Procurement Schedule
Histogramme
Design Drawings/Shop Drawings Procurement Schedule.

The above schedule will be containing of detailed information of subcontractors, materials

and shop drawings. The information will include the dates of when the subcontractors and
the materials will be on site, duration of materials order, manufacturing and shipping and
when will be given for critical items and long lead items.
All the programmes and schedule will be submitted for COMPANYs approval as per the
Milestone details by Contract Documents.
8.0

PROJECT EXECUTION
8.1

DEMOLITION
Demolition will be carried out in the following sequence. Both towers will be tackled
simultaneously.
Areas will be demarcated and hoardings erected where necessary to protect the public.
Warning notices will be posted as required to ensure that the existing tenants and the
general public are not inadvertently stray into risk areas. Scaffolding will be erected in the
passageway adjacent to tower H, with protective fencing and screen to protect the public
and vehicular traffics during demolition.
The existing roof waterproofing system on car park at level 2 will be lifted and removed
from site in the areas affected by demolition.

Parts of the topping concrete covering the hollow core slabs will then b removed using
pneumatic breakers, commencing at Level 2.
The precast planks will be freed, using pneumatic breakers, with temporary propping
installed as required. When free they will be lifted out using mobile craneage directly onto
trucks for removal from site. Areas out of crane reach will be broken down into sizes
suitable to be maneuvered to within crane reach and capacity.
Beams will be propped and then cut using diamond saw at critical locations where portions
are to remain for new construction. Beams will be lifted out in manageable sections and
loaded onto trucks for removal from site.
Beams and columns will be trimmed back to expose rebar for new construction using
hydro-demolition techniques, with cutting jets mounted on purpose made rigs as required
to suit each location. Walls will be demolished using a combination of pneumatic breaker
and diamond saw.
Surface beds will be demolished with pneumatic breaker. Shallow saw cuts will be made
to form a neat joint for new construction. Areas will be over broken to expose sufficient
lap length for re-connection of reinforcement.
Removal and re-profiling of the existing pile caps to suit new construction will be carried
out using traditional and hydro-demolition techniques. When that portions of the existing
reinforcement mat will be cut away with approval of the COMPANY to allow access for
the hydro demolition arm and cutting jet. A detailed method statement for sheet piling,
shoring and dewatering those foundations will be submitted for demolishing and reconstruction of the deep pile cap.
8.2

GROUND BEAMS AND PILE CAPS

Excavation of all foundations will be by machine where possible with the final trimming
by hand, surplus materials being carted away and removed form site to the approved
municipality dump areas. Deep excavation will be provided with suitable shoring system.
Detail design and shop drawings will be submitted before commencement of works.
Excavations below Ground Water Table:- a suitable dewatering system will be provided
and proper method statement will be prepared for the activity.
The formwork used in the construction of the foundations, ground beams and pile caps
will be manual hand set wall formwork system with limited mobile crane assistance.
The reinforcing steel will be prefabricated and placed by mobile crane where possible.
On the completion of the side wall formwork, assembly of the reinforcing steel mat and
the quality control acceptance, the concreting of the pile caps will proceed.
The concreting of the pile caps will be a continuous process. High frequency internal
vibration will be used to ensure that the correct compaction is achieved.

Curing will be undertaken in accordance with the specification mostly will be by water
flooding to horizontal surfaces and approved curing compound for vertical elements.
8.3 CONSTRUCTION OF THE REINFORCED CONCRETE & STEEL FRAMED TOWERS
CONCRETE CORE CONSTRUCTION
The central core wall will be constructed using a crane assisted climbing form system.
Cores will climb ahead of slab construction and be paced to keep them approximately
three floors or more ahead of slab construction.
The core slab formwork will be a traditional prop and beam system. Back propping to the
slab will be installed as required by the Contractor. Stair Construction will follow closely
upon slab construction to facilitate access to work phases.
The reinforcing steel to the core elements will be pre-fabricated and crane handled into
position.
The concrete to the columns and walls will be placed by a 4m capacity crane buckets.
Proper presentation to ensure the achievement of sound concrete properties will be
demonstrated.

8.4 CONCRETE SLAB CONSTRUCTION

As previously stated, the slabs will be formed from concrete placed concrete pump placed
onto the profiled metal decking. Temporary props will be used to support the decking
where required. Proper presentation to ensure the achievement of concrete properties at
high level using the pumps will be demonstrated.
8.5 STEEL FRAME CONSTRUCTION
Initial emphasis will be the design development of the steel frame to incorporate cladding
connections and attachments. The timely coordination of the complete design integration
of the Stone Cladding, Curtain Wall and Steel Frame will be the key for achieving the
smooth production and trouble free installation necessary to ensure programme and
requirements are met. Care will be taken to design components such as the minimum of
site work is required. Prefabrication will be employed wherever possible.
Installation will commence at Level 6 base plates installed and surveyed into position prior
to positioning the first lift of columns, Level 6 to 9. Primary steel beams will also be
installed at this time progressively for the first three levels to stabilize the frame work.
Lining and leveling will be carried out once all three levels are erected prior to final
tightening of bolts and final welding and grouting of base plates to columns and welding if
beams to embedded plates in the concrete core.

Once the structure is aligned and leveled the columns will be filled with concrete and the
profiled metal deck will commence, followed by the fixing of shear studs.
The cycle will commence again with the erection of columns 9 to 12.
With detailed planning of the exact construction sequence, it will be possible to schedule
deliveries of lorries loaded in the right sequence to minimize site congestion and maximize
crane utilization.
8.6 FAADE CLADDING
METHOD OF INSTALLATION OF CLADDING /CURTAIN WALLING
The pre-construction sequence to be followed will be the submission of system design and
dies for approval. Extrusions will then be run and frames for the mock up test prepared.
On successful completion of the mock up test full production will start. Concurrent with
this process will be the design coordination with the stone cladding and steel packages,
followed by the production of full shop drawings and detailed design.
Installation of the Stone Cladding System will begin at ground level on commencement of
the structural steel at Level 6. Protective fans will be installed to protect installation
operatives from work progressing above. Inserts will be cast into new concrete work to
receive proprietary fixings for the Stone Cladding System. Access will be by mast
climbing platform or suspended cradle access to the vertical concrete / block work faces.
Stone will be hoisted to position via a monorail/winch assembly, where access cannot be
made from floor levels.
On the typical floor levels the three cladding types will be installed by different means.
The unitized glazing units will be installed from each floor. These units will be factory
assembled, requiring the minimum of work on site. Panels will be delivered palletized and
craned or hoisted to respective floor levels. Individual units will be erected from the floor
using a counter-weighted, cantilevered winch mechanism from the located two floors
above. Spandrel panels, trims, flashings and seals will be installed via external cradle
access.
The stone/dry wall system will comprise pre-assembled panels that will be craned to
position and fixed from the floor, followed by the installation of fire seal, insulation and
dry wall.
The stone cladding will be installed as described before.
8.7 INSTALLATION OF SERVICES
8.7.1

GENERAL
When the preparation of shop drawing activity is in the process, the equipment/material
submittals shall be made as per the approved programme. Samples of materials if required

will be submitted for approval in proper format approved by Consultants. Priority will be
given to approval of duct work and pipe work accessories to avoid any delay in
installation. For all the major items or whenever necessary backup calculations will also
be furnished along with submittals.
8.7.2

PROCUREMENT
Upon arrival of equipment and material submittals along with related shop drawings,
procurement activity will commence in a systematic manner giving due consideration to
the approved construction programme allowing sufficient time to delivery of materials for
commencement of related activity. Simultaneously, safe provision would be made around
the site storage of materials and equipment prior to delivering them to the designated
location.
Materials requiring controlled environment will be kept in air-conditioned areas.
Inspection and Test Plans (ITP) in previously approved formats with the QA/QC Division
would be strictly implemented for materials delivered to site to check for compliance and
suitability prior to offering these materials for inspection to the supervising consultants.

8.7.3

CONSTRUCTION OF HVAC SERVICES

Dedicated construction teams with adequate supervisors will be allocated to the various
designated areas based on CPM and available fronts. Installation details will be submitted
for installation of cable trays, duct work, application of insulation, underground services
and other equipment as required by contract documents.
Ductwork assembly will be laid at the respective locations as follows:-

Marking supports location based on duct layout approved drawings.

Making holes in concrete slab and fixing anchors and drop rods.

Connecting duct pieces in appropriate lengths and lift between support rods.
Lifting/raising of ducts from floor up to support level to be done manually/mechanically as
suitable.
Fixing support angles and nuts to rest duct pieces on the same at the desired level.

8.7.4

Connecting more pieces in appropriate lengths and install at desired level on support angles
as above.
Ducts would be joined as per approved duct construction details.
Accessories namely volume control dampers, fire dampers, in line equipment will be
installed.
Upon receipt of coordinated reflected ceiling plans from the concerned department,
installation of flexible ducts and air terminal devices will be commenced.
INSULATION & CLADDING PROCEDURE FOR DUCTING

Surface preparation- Clean and dry the surfaces to receive insulation.

Apply adhesive on external surfaces as per manufacturers recommendations.

Fix Self adhesive stick pins at the specified intervals.

Cut/Prepare insulation board pieces in required sizes according to manufacturers
recommendations to prevent compression of insulation to less than 75% of its normal
thickness. Fix the same on the duct surface with the help of stickpins and previously
applied adhesive.
Fix the retaining speed washer on the stickpins.
Seal the joints and seams with vapour barrier mastic when required as per
specifications.
Apply the first coat of vapour barrier, wrap with canvas and then apply second coat of
vapour barrier.
Apply insulation continuously through walls and partitions except fire rated walls and
partitions.
For fire rated walls and partitions penetration, terminate insulation at fire damper
sleeves.
Fix Aluminium Cladding on insulated/vapour sealed roof exposed ducts as specified.

Pipe and duct leakage tests will be conducted at various stages on installation prior to
application of insulation of duct work and chilled water pipe work.
Bedding details agreed for underground services would be issued prior to laying of cables
or pipe work.
Installation of 2nd fix duct connections piping connections will be carried out based on
duly approved details after ascertaining all the test provision requirements, i.e. test reports,
dampers, etc. Relevant International Standards would be followed for fabrication and
installation details that would form part of the submittals.
8.7.5

CONSTRUCTION OF PLUMBING/SANITARY/FIRE FIGHTING/DRAINAGE

WORKS
Samples of materials of construction to be incorporated in the plumbing works will be
submitted for approval in proper format approved by the Consultants. Priority will be
given to approval of drainage pipes and accessories and fire fighting services equipment.
Special application will be made to the Consultant for approval of specialist subcontractors
for execution of work if found necessary during the course of installation. Special
attention will be given to storage of material during the course of contract.
End caps shall close open ends of pipes during storage and installations avoid ingress of
dust and dirt. PVC Pipes will be stored in a covered area to avoid direct exposure to
sunlight. Levels and route of external drainage will be determined after consulting the
Drainage Department and Consultants. During the foundation and concreting stage of the
civil works, suitable approved sleeves will be provided in the beams, slabs and columns.

The underground drainage work will be carried out simultaneously with the progress of the
Civil Works. Proper slopes will be maintained and the pipeline will be checked for water
tightness by subjecting the pipes to required pressure as given in the Contract Documents.

All the drainage pipe work in the horizontal run will be supported. Adequate traps will be
provided with water seal. Pipelines passing through fire barriers will have fire-stopping
sleeves.
Town Drainage Department and ADWEA etc. will be kept informed about the Method of
Construction and their approval shall be obtained.
8.7.6

ELECTRICAL SERVICES
Installation programme will be prepared in coordination with Detailed Programme of each
construction activity and also in coordination with other services. However the following
table describes the timing of different elements of Electrical Services to be installed in this
project.

Electrical Activity
Underground ducts/sleeves
Sleeves in slab & conduits for outlets
Conduiting in wall recessed DB and
Outlet back boxes
Cable tray trunking
Surface DBs and SMDs
Wiring and Power Cabling
Surface lighting fixtures UPS, Fire
Alarm devices and wiring accessories
Recessed Lighting fixtures
MDB
Transformer & HT cabling Coordination
Earth Pits
Testing
Inspection & Incoming power supply
By Local Authorities

8.8

Construction Activity
Earthwork / Foundations
Slab Concreting
After the construction of block walls prior to
plastering
Start after completion of floor slabs/block wall.
Start after completion of floor slabs/block wall
Start after completion of all conduiting/trunking/
Tray work and finish one month prior to finishes
Activity.
After the pre-final coat of paint
After completion of suspended ceiling grid work.
Completion of trenches and other Civil Works in the
Electrical Rooms.
Completion of trenches and other civil works in the
Electrical Rooms.
Prior to commencement of landscape / roadwork.
Initial testing to be carried out on progressive
completion of above activities and final testing
prior to handover.
Inspection to be organized upon completion of
testing and certification by the Consultants. Service
connection would be given by ADWEA upon
completion of their associated works and Civil
Contractor producing the Municipal Completion
Certificate.

LIFTS
Upon Selection of the subcontractor of lifts, proper coordination will be done by the
Engineering Manager. The lift motors will be installed on completion of the lift motor
rooms.

The guide rail installation to the main shafts will commence when the slabs at Level 27
have been cast and the shaft are completed.
As the permanent electrical power is provided, the lifts will be commissioned, the inside of
the cars protected and the lifts used to transport personnel through the building during the
finishing stages, allowing the removal of the external hoist access and the closure of the
curtain wall to achieve a complete controlled environment.
We have positioned the construction hoists where they can remain until relatively late in
the construction process without impact, but the need to establish a controlled environment
will involve their removal and reliance will then be placed on the internal lifts. Experience
has shown that the lifts will be critical to achieving successful completion.
The management of their operation is crucial and we will provide a dedicated member of
staff to ensure that the booking and use of lifts is controlled at all times.
8.9 FINISHES
8.9.1

INTERNAL FINISHES
Some of the finishes works will be carried out by using Main Contractors manpower as
block work plaster, tiling, etc. Others will be carried out by our selected and approved
subcontractors manpower.
Prior to commence any finishing activity on site, subcontractors, materials, shop drawings
and method statements should be approved.
Mock-up will be done on all finishing item and will be presented for the COMPANY
approval.
The Architect on site will ensure the proper coordination with other trades particularly
with MEP works will be through MEP coordinator.
Quality Control System for finishing will be implemented through the work.
Production will be monitored by the Construction Manager and Planning Manager.

8.9.1.1 BLOCK WORK AND WET TRADES

The erection of the block work and the following finishing trades will commence when the
back propping to the suspended slabs has been removed, the construction area cleared of
all waste materials and the safety rails and the restraint posts installed. The blocks will be
loaded on pallets and crane handled into the construction areas.
Cantilevered loading platforms will be erected on each floor as required to facilitate the
loading of materials to the floor.

Building sand, cement, tiles etc. will be hoisted in open bins onto the loading platform and
moved by trolley on to the floor.
Floor screeding will be carried out after the installation of floor trunking and the
completion of faade and associated fire stopping and galvanized angles.
8.9.1.2 OTHER FINISHING TRADES
The installation of the suspended ceilings, 2nd fix services, shop fitting, joinery, wall paper
and decoration will be progressively completed as the controlled environment of the
building is achieved. The carpets and Clients finishing and fixtures are the final items to
be installed.
The finishing materials will be palletted and elevated using the material hoists and stored
under protective cover on the floors. Sensitive materials will only be loaded into the
buildings when a controlled environment has been achieved.
8.9.1.3 STAIRCASES AND BALUSTRADING
The fire escape stair will be installed closely on completion of the concrete structure. This
will allow access to the construction areas. Balustrades will be installed on completion of
the concrete staircases. We anticipate that the staircases will be heavily trafficked during
the construction process. Their final finish will be planned to occur during the final
snagging stages.
8.9.1.4 MATERIALS HANDLING
Material will be received onto site in a manner appropriate to the specific product,
recognising:

Volume, Size and nature of material.

The weight of the material.
Lifting requirements.
Storage requirements.
Protection requirements.

8.9.1.5 PROGRAMME TIMING

Subcontractors will be required to schedule material deliveries to minimize the holding
period. Adequate off-site storage facilities will be required preventing congestion of the
site facilities.
Procurement will be monitored and the subcontractors advised of imminent deliveries.
Delivery onto site will be coordinated by the Construction manager and Logistics
Coordinator to ensure storage space is available, deliveries do not coincide with other

deliveries causing congestion and ensuring hoisting time is available should craneage be
required.
All material being delivered to site will be controlled by Delivery Note detailing contents
of the load. This will facilitate the recording of all items.
Materials will be properly protected as agreed during the preparation of the Method
Statements for each type of materials.
Movement of material into the building by crane or hoist will be organized in a
programmed manner.
Each subcontractor will remain responsible for his own material and equipment ensuring
that due care is taken by those involved in craning or hoisting each items.
As the volume of material deliveries intensifies, materials will be hoisted as a night shift
operation.
Materials will be in-situ protected to ensure damage is reduced from the time of
installation to handover.
8.9.2

EXTERNAL FINISHING
This section covers all finishing items outside the building including the external envelop
of the towers (curtain wall and stone cladding). The faade cladding (covered by Section
8.6 of this Method Statement). Thorough coordination will be done between Steel
Structure, Aluminium and Stone Cladding to ensure that all items are coordinated on the
shop drawings will be provided before commencement of those trades.
Detailed Method Statement will be submitted for both aluminium curtain walling and
stone cladding.

Other external finishes will be done at later stage. Proper coordinated shop drawings
incorporating all external services will be produced.
8.10 MEP COORDINATION OF WORK WITH OTHER TRADES
8.10.1 SERVICE COORDINATION
Service Co-ordination is a building project may be defined as:The orderly organization of the mechanical and electrical systems from inception to
handover, with the objective of ensuring that the specified performance is achieved within
the programmed completion date.
We believe that the success of a building project is largely dependent on the effective
management of this aspect. The functions of services co-ordination are:-

To plan the work to be carried out by services subcontractors.

To ensure that information required by subcontractors is timeously available.
To manage the design coordination, shop drawing preparation and approval processes.
To deal with physical interface problems between service elements, the building structure
and finishes.
To monitor and control the on-site and off-site progress of subcontractors and vendors.

8.10.2 SERVICES PLANNING

The starting point for co-ordination is the development of an outline or master programme
for service installations. This programme is fully integrated with the structural and
finishes programme and is based on the information available at the time.
The dates established for the commencement of service installations will determine the
periods available for:
Finalisation of engineering designs, specifications and documentation.
Tenders, adjudication and appointment.
Design co-ordination, shop drawing preparation and approvals.
Material and equipment procurement/fabrication.
A network based planning technique is used, with the aid of computers, for the
construction analysis and generation of suitable reports (bar chart, listings, histograms,
etc). Sub networks are developed for the approval of samples, selection and approval of
equipment, testing and commissioning, preparation of operating manuals, etc.
The outline programme described above is amplified as additional design information is
received. Experience has shown that meaningful planning can be achieved through the
active participation of all subcontractors and thus we involve them from the earliest
possible date.
Once the detailed installation programme has been finalized and agreed by all
subcontractors, the progress of work will be monitored and controlled as per the
programme.
8.10.3 DESIGN AND SHOP DRAWINGS
8.10.3.1 ENGINEERING DESIGN
The timeous issue of design drawings and schedules by the Project Manager is essential if
delays to the project as a whole are to be avoided. One of our priorities would be to issue
a schedule of information required and latest acceptable date for the receipt of information
for each design element. These dates are derived from the early outline programme
described. This approach will ensure the design efforts are concentrated on priority
elements.
8.10.3.2 DESIGN CO-ORDINATION

Design drawings, issued by the PMT, show general layouts or schematic and dimensions
are only an indication of service routes or zones. Prior to the preparation of shop drawings
by individual subcontractors, defined lines and levels must be established for each service
and special co-ordination meetings are convened for this purpose.
The correct trade precedence is established by considering the amount of flexibility in each
of the services. This is usually:

Plumbing, sewer, waste and rain water.

Air Conditioning
Sprinkler Piping
Plumbing water supply
Electrical Work
Fire Detection System
Security System

The ideal method of co-ordination is the drawing overlay system whereby 1:50 scale
transparencies of each subcontractors layouts are accurately superimposed so that
horizontal and vertical clashes can be identified and resolved.
Al alternative method, which we have found to be successful, is to circulate the same
transparency of a particular area to subcontractors (according to an established propriety)
whom, in turn, indicate their service. Minor interface conflicts are resolved directly
between the subcontractors concerned or if necessary, a full co-ordination meeting is
called with PMT present if required.
A final co-ordination process can be a lengthy exercise and drawing distribution needs to
be programmed to meet shop drawing, fabrication and ultimately installation deadlines.
8.10.3.3

SHOP DRAWINGS:
On approval by the PMT, the consolidated services co-ordination drawings become the
master documents for the detailed shop drawings by each subcontractor.
Shop drawings transform design concepts into workable solutions and although the PMT
supervise this process, it is the responsibility of the Main Contractor to ensure that
subcontractors adopt a sound management approach.
This includes scheduling the preparation of shop drawings to suit the installation
programmed and allowing realistic periods for approval by the PMT and subcontractors at
which detailed design queries are resolved.

8.10.3.4

INFORMATION FLOW CONTROL:

Controlling the timing and movement of drawings and other information between the
PMT, Main Contractor and Subcontractors is essential to ensure that:-

Subcontractors are supplied with all the information necessary to carry out their work.
The consolidated services co-ordination drawings process is regulated.
Shop drawings are distributed to and from the PMT as programmed.
Only the latest approved drawings are used for fabrication & installation purposes.
Queries are disseminated promptly and correctly acted upon.

On a project of this size involve many hundreds of drawings, administration is important

and a computerized system is warranted.
Drawing registers are established to record receipt of the latest PMT drawings, scheduled
dates for submissions, approvals and the actual dates of these events. Schedules are
presented with each submission so that the drawing status can be checked against the
programme.
8.10.4

OFF-SITE FABRICATION AND ON-SITE INSTALLATION:

Provided that services have been efficiently co-ordinated during the shop drawing stage,
physical problems during installation will be minimal.
The primary function of service coordination during installation is to ensure that the trade
sequences are logically programmed and that scheduled dead lines are adhered to.
The integrated construction programme serves as the basis for monitoring and controlling
off-site manufacture and on-site installation. Subcontractor involvement in developing the
detailed manufacturing and installation programmes will encourage commitment to
perform accordingly. Monitoring procurement of materials, equipment off site fabrication
and manufacture is important, as delays at this stage will affect the entire programme.
This is done through regular visits to subcontractors premises, checking that orders have
been placed and generally performing an expediting role by Main Contractors MEP
Coordinator and Commercial Manager.
Subcontractors are required to submit weekly progress reports that will be monitored by
our own assessment of work achieved. Actual progress is compared against work planned
for a period on the master bar chart. Deviations are examined in relation to past
performance, resource levels and justified delays.
Using historical work outputs, future performance is forecast to determine whether
programmed dead lines will be met and if necessary, contingency planning is done by
considering:-

8.10.5

Increasing resources.
Alternative Installation sequences.
Accelerating deliveries.
IMPLEMENTATION OF SERVICES COORDINATION

The focal point for communications with subcontractor is formal meetings that are well
structured and efficiently chaired by the Contractors Project Manager with the support of
other Construction Staff and the MEP Coordinator, if necessary.
In practice, services co-ordination requires the development and implementation of
systems and procedures. These have been described earlier and include:

8.10.6

Planning
Shop drawing co-ordination process
Drawing administration
Progress monitoring and controls

COORDINATION MEETINGS
Weekly Coordination meeting and when required will be conducted. These meetings are
to be held during the shop drawing preparation stage. Other relevant contractors will be
called for those meetings as necessary.

8.10.7

SUBCONTRACTOR PROGRESS MEETINGS

These meetings are to be scheduled based on the work phase. Only related subcontractor
needs to attend for the meetings are to be called. A typical agenda would include but not
limited to:

8.10.8

Coordination with other trades.

Material (Approvals and Procurements)
Drawings (Production and approval)
Material storage and handling.
Technical problems and site problems
Resources.
Progress of work / Production / Programme
House Keeping
Safety
QA/QC

PROGRESS AND RESOURCES REPORTS

Progress and Resources reports are submitted by subcontractors in writing and reviewed
by the Main Contractor prior to the meeting so that discussions can be limited to top
exceptions.

8.10.9

PLANNING
Planning is discussed in the light of actual progress. Both long term (full contract period)
and short term (weekly) is reviewed in relation to the Overall Construction Programme.

8.10.10

INFORMATION AND QUERIES

Outstanding information is minuted for action by a definite target date and by a specific
entity. An ongoing query sheet system is operated and queries are reviewed in summary at
the meeting.

8.10.11

INSTALLATION AND COORDINATION

Physical installation/coordination problems are discussed.

8.10.12

ADNOC MEETINGS
From time to time, other meetings may be convened. Several subcontractors may be
called to resolve a specific installation conflict.

8.10.13

CONCLUSION
Successful planning and coordination is ultimately dependent on the competent,
experienced and enthusiastic person by following the above.

8.11

SPECIALIST TRADES
Considering the complexity and sophistication of this project, only subcontractors who are
adequately funded, possessing the skilled management and labour resources with the
related experience and track record will be considered.
Subcontractor delivery will be coordinated between Engineering, Construction and
Planning Departments.
Whilst some information has been obtained from subcontractors for inclusion into the
Tender Programme, agreement and finalization into the Contract Programme for the
design, procurement and construction will be done through the following processes:

Technical Query System.

Submittal System
Drawing Control System
Design Resolution Meetings

To achieve programme requirements, it will be necessary to agree a schedule of design

cut-off dates.
Regular Progress Meetings from commencement of the design process will be undertaken
to ensure compliance with target dates. Prior to and during installation, these meetings
will require Engineering, Planning and Construction input.
Whilst all subcontractors have a role to play in the success of the project, we have

identified certain critical subcontractors for whom specific dedicated staff will be allocated
either at the design stage and/or during construction.
A Finishing Supervisor controls the finishing process with engineers allocated on site with
responsibility for the following subcontractors:FAADE SUBCONTRACTOR
The commencement of installation on site will be when the structure to the tower is under
construction on the 6th floor.
MEP SUBCONTRACTOR
An experienced MEP Engineer will be allocated to facilitate design coordination. It will
be important from an early stage in the project that MEP services openings in the structure
are properly allowed for.
It is anticipated that the MEP first fix work will commence as soon as the concrete
structure allows access at lower levels. This work will be able to proceed ahead of closure
of the faade with appropriate weather protection.
Integration of the MEP works with the faade and ceiling and flooring contractor will also
be vital.
Early access into the plant rooms will allow this plant to be commissioned and provide
wild air onto the office floors and thereby allow installation of final finishing trades.
A programme for commissioning of all MEP work will be developed in order to allow
progressive completion and efficient hand over at the end of the project.
LIFT SUBCONTRACTOR
The delivery of lift is anticipated to be of the order of eight months after approval by the
Consultants. This time period will satisfy our programme requirements.
GENERAL FINISHING SUBCONTRACTORS
This aspect covers all remaining work, which in itself is extensive, i.e. ceiling, partitions,
marble walls and floors, stainless steel, painting and decorating, office furnishings, shop
fitting and landscaping. Supervision and control of these elements will be provided by
supervisory team on site and a complete coordination by the Main Contractors Architect
to ensure completion prior to snagging, commissioning and handover.
8.12

TESTING AND COMMISSIONING

The entire testing and commissioning operation shall be planned on an individual system
basis and details shall be submitted for PMT approval prior to starting any activity.

All test equipment used will be currently calibrated and certified.

All testing and commissioning including testing, cleaning, adjustment and balancing and
details shall be carried out under the supervision of our Project Manager and/or
Manufacturers representative as required.
9.0

PLANT AND EQUIPMENT

9.1

SITE CRANEAGE
TOWER STRUCTURES
We have established a requirement for a 12.5 ton capacity at 45m radius. This will handle
the largest column section and be able to place the chillers on the roof. To provide this
capacity, we have two options available:-

1.

Favelle Favco M760D on each tower structure. This will be located inside the building
and be self climbing using an external climbing frame. This crane has a capacity of 12 tons
at 55m. The proposed layout of the cranes is shown on the attached sketch Crane Layout
1. This indicates reach and capacity. These cranes have been selected for their high load
capacity which will be essential for the erection of the structural steel frame, in particular
the column sections. The cranes are of the luffing jib type and their operation will
therefore be relatively unaffected by the proximity of the adjacent existing tower
structures. These cranes are fast in operation compared to fixed head cranes which will be
essential to meet the Construction Programme.
Dismantling of the cranes will be by erecting a Fevelle Favco RX120 luffing crane on to
the roof using the M760D. The RX120 has a capacity to lower the M760D components.
On completion, a stiff leg derrick is designed to dismantle into components that can be
taken down in the passenger lifts. The two cranes should be available. One erected on the
National Bank of Abu Dhabi, due for dismantling in December 2001 and one in our Dubai
Plant Yard.
CAR PARK
Craneage system and selection of suitable cranes will be submitted in later stage upon
finalization of construction system for Car Park.

9.2

ACCESS HOISTS

9.3

One twin cage hoist will be provided for each tower structure located as shown on the site
layout. At the base of this hoist will be a loading platform to accommodate disposal of
rubbish directly into skip waste bins. Hoist will be provided with interlocking landing
gates at each landing level.
CONCRETE PUMPING

We plan to use the crane to place the Tower Vertical Concrete and the infill to steel
columns. The Tower Floor Slabs and all Car park decks will be pumped.
10.0

COMPLETION AND HANDOVER

The process of completion and handover will be developed through a Method Statement
agreed to between the Contractor and Project Manager to ensure that the quality
requirements of the project are achieved.
The various elements of the project will be satisfactorily completed during the
construction process as a result of QA/QC Inspection Procedures.
On completing the final finishes to the first programmed floor, a dedicated snagging team
managed by an experienced Finishing Supervisor will review the completed works,
develop a snagging list and complete the remedial works.
Upon completion of the identified snags, the area will be offered to the PMT for
inspection. This inspection conducted in conjunction with Contractor will determine the
required standard of finish which will be offered to the end user.
Based on this established standard, the snagging team will then proceed through the
buildings identifying and remedying the snags, prior to inspection by the PMT. This will
be done on a progressive basis.
A further snagging team will then proceed behind the initial snagging team to complete the
PMT snagging list.
Finished areas will be closed off as controlled areas, to minimize unauthorized movement
of people thus reducing the risk of damage.
Commissioning of Plant and Equipment will be subjected to a similar inspection process
with the respective specialist Consultants.
All snagging schedules will be officially recorded to ensure completion and sign off. The
requisite procedures will be agreed with the PMT.
Installation of Client equipment and furnishings by direct Contractors will be
accommodated in the Overall Programme when further details are available.
When the works are complete to the satisfaction of the PMT / End User, final handover
will be accepted and a maintenance team will be available during the Defects Liability
Period.