“This Method Statement for Kota Stone Flooring Work describes the standard procedure for installation of Kota Stone slabs in accordance with approved drawings, specifications, and relevant codes.”
1. Purpose
The purpose of this Method Statement for Kota Stone Flooring is to define the sequence, materials, manpower, safety, quality control measures, and workmanship requirements for Kota Stone flooring works. This procedure applies to all Engineers, Supervisors, QC personnel, and workers involved in the activity.
2. Scope of Work
This document applies to all stone flooring works including the supply, handling, installation, polishing, and protection of Marble and Granite slabs/tiles within the project limits.
The scope includes:
- Supply of approved stone materials.
- Surface preparation and levelling.
- Dry layout and marking.
- Fixing of stone slabs/tiles.
- Mechanical cutting and shaping.
- Grouting of joints.
- Final polishing and buffing.
- Cleaning and handing over.
- Protection of finished flooring..
3. References & Standards
- Drawings and any other relevant/applicable documents.
- Project technical specifications
- Conforming IS 1130: 1969
- CPWD Specifications Volume 1 & 2
- IS 4082 – Storage of Construction Materials
- IS 2250 – Masonry Mortars
- IS 269 / 8112 / 12269 – OPC 33/43/53 Grade Cement
- Inspection and Test Plan for Kota Stone Flooring
4. Materials
- Kota stone slab use for flooring work should be of approved shade and colour as
per BOQ specifications and approved drawings. - Cement used in preparing mortar should be of approved make only, conforming to
- IS 269.
- Sand used in preparing mortar should be conforming to IS 383.
- Water used for preparing mortar should be clean and free from any impurities and
conforming to IS 456.
5. Material delivery
- Project Engineer
- Site Engineers
- Supervisors
- Foremen
- QC Inspectors
- Skilled Masons
- Helpers
- Safety Officer
6. Material Storage
- Kota slabs shall be stack vertically on planks or on other supports, free from contact with the ground. Damaged, warped, or chipped slabs shall be rejected immediately and documented through an NCR (if applicable).
- Material shall be stored in such a way that the least effort/ distance to shift the material to the required location.
7. Manpower
Project Engineer, Site Engineers, Supervisors, Foremen, QC Inspectors, Skilled Masons, Helpers, Safety Officer.
8. Safety Precautions
- Ensure all workers have proper PPE (gloves, helmets, goggles, safety shoes).
- Stack stone slabs safely; maximum height 1.5 m.Ensure scaffolding is stable, braced, and inspected regularly.
- Maintain clear walkways free from mortar, debris, and waste.
- Manual lifting to be done only by trained workers.
- Prohibit throwing debris from heights.
8. Responsibility
The Project Manager/Construction Manager shall be responsible for the overall implementation of this procedure.
9. Equipment and Tools Used
- Cutter Machine
- Hand Grinder
- Rubber mallet
- Grinding Wheels
- Grinding and polishing machine
- Chisel tool & Hammer
- Measuring tape & T-square
- Floor Polishing machine
- Diamond Discs, tools and pads
- Clamps with thread
10. Work Procedure
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