Supervision Guide for Architectural Works

Tan Eng Seng Senior Project Manager

Outline
1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. Materials Approval and Control Trade Demonstration Timber Mock Up Sample Units In-process Supervision Works CONQUAS

1. Materials Approval and Control

HDB Material List provides a comprehensive selection of products needed for the HDB construction projects ML listed in website http://ml.eptc.sg

Products selected must comply fully with technical specifications, functional and performance requirements

Display of Approved Samples

Approved materials are to be displayed in sample display room Facilitate verification of materials approved by Consultant against those installed on site

Testing of Materials
Provisions in specifications for a Schedule of Material Tests (SMT) to be conducted Ensure that all tests are carried out according to SMT

Element of surprise A form needs to be attached to the samples specifying - Required tests - Test reports to be sent to consultant and contractor
Sample marked before send to lab

Testing of Materials

Test results verified by Consultant

Report stamped and endorsed by consultant before filing

Material Register

a) Quality control on materials

e l b) Complies with contractual pobligation m out timely, at appropriate interval a c) Material tests are carried S
d) Monitor of test reports/results

2. Trade Demonstration
Trade demonstrations to be conducted for architectural trades prior to mass production
Work Method Sample Unit Mass Production

Trade Demonstration

Ensure works are carried out according to specifications and drawings Understanding and agreement on the work method and workmanship standards Enable supervisory staff know what to look out for during the mass production stage Architect is responsible for inspection and approval of trade demonstration

Procedures for Trade Demonstration

1. Approving work method by Consultant before trade demonstration Briefing by contractor for understanding and agreement of work method Conducting trade demonstration at actual work area to simulate real work situation Refining approved work method during trade demonstration if necessary Distributing work method to supervisory staff for supervision Displaying trade demonstration photo in meeting room for reference

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No trade demonstration

Painting to ductile iron pipe Specs require two coats of lead and chromate free primer to be applied before painting

Ductile iron painted without 2 coats of primer on site No approved work method and trade demonstration

Wrong approval of work method

External painting work Specs

On site
1st coat is painted with algae resistance paint and not water based sealer Work method approved by Consultant does not comply with specifications

Trade Demonstration
Requirements : Ensure all approved work methods comply with drawings and specifications Conduct trade demonstrations for all trades Set the standard for work procedures and workmanship Highlight to supervisory staff key processes to look out for during the mass production Document all the trade demonstrations on site

3. Timber Mock Up for Kitchen and Toilet

To be constructed within 3 months after commencement of work To identify and resolve any design discrepancies, maintenance issue and practicality of layout To confirm the sanitary fittings and M&E services arrangement before the approval of precast workshop drawings

Heater point

Water heater point located above toilet door entrance during sample unit inspection

4. Sample Units
Sample units to be constructed for all flat types : Ensure unit type is constructed according to specifications & drawings Eliminate any discrepancies between drawings and sales brochures Minimise subsequent design adjustment Serve as visual reference for workmanship standard for finishing works

Sample unit

Milestones for Sample Units

Sample unit to be completed within 3 months when structural work reaches the 5th storey

(eg for a typical 20-storey development, the sample units are to be completed between 12 to 14 months after commencement of contract )
5th sty

Arrange with HDB to view the sample unit

eg non-conformance to sale brochures

Position of scupper drain at sample unit is different from sales brochures
Sale brochures Sample unit

Scupper drain shown in sale brochures

Scupper drain align with door frame

eg. non-conformance to guide drawing

Base plate of metal gate is different from guide drawing
Guide drawing Sample unit

Perforated type used

Non-perforated type

Eg non-conformance to specifications
Tiles at main entrance ramp is different from specifications
Sample Building specification

Textured /structured tile is specified

Smooth glazed tile used

eg. functionality

Bedroom

Gate hits bell point when fully opened

Cut-tile at bedroom entrance

eg. functionality

Lighting & heater switches for toilet located near window Grilles is narrow and difficult to turn crescent lock

Sample Units
Comply to Sales brochures Guide drawings Schedule of finishes Quality Standards in specifications Safety, functionality and maintenance

5. In-process Supervision
Establish guidelines on frequency of checks

Must check /sampling checks (eg) waterproofing for bathroom/kitchen functional test tiling work timber flooring timber door installation painting cement block laying etc

Checklist / inspection form

Checklist Inspection record

Develop checklist to guide SS in their supervision

Develop Quality inspection form for in-process supervision and to record observations

Managing Irregularities
Has a framework to manage and follow up irregularities
Non compliance detected

Investigate cause

Take corrective action

Put control measures in place

Norm or time frame for contractor to follow with noncompliance

6. CONQUAS
Actively involved in raising CONQUAS Score of project :
Be trained and familiarized with CONQUAS 21 Work with HDB to seek commitment from Contractors Senior Management Design to CONQUAS eg avoid detailing that demand highly skilled workers

Conduct pre-assessment of completed works before contractor book for BCA assessment

Conclusion

Consultants are required to develop their Quality Management System to meet HDB requirements. The QMS shall cover the following: a) Accountability and responsibility of the project team in supervising the project b) Duty of the project team in inspecting the works at different stage of construction a) Quality control system ( eg checklist , inspection and testing records) and guidelines for in-process supervision works

Thank you

Control of Material Testing

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3 pull-out wall tile tests are required for each block Test carried out in tandem with progress of work 3 pull-out wal ltile tests are required for each block Only 1 pull-out test was conducted

Example of non-compliance for critical trades

Membrane applied on rough surface Membrane applied on smooth surface

Example of non-compliance for critical trades

No buttering on tile back Adhesive is evenly spread properly tamped

Detailing to improve CONQUAS Score

Window frame setting

Window frame set in resulted in many cut-tiles

Window frame flushed with wall tile

Detailing to improve CONQUAS Score

Cut-tiles below beam

Depth of beam not tie-in with door height

No cut-tile below beam Small cut-tile below beam

Detailing to improve CONQUAS Score

Corners/edges at beam and wall

Many edges and corners

Minimum corners/edges

Functional Tests
Water tightness test to windows and wall joints to ensure no seepage

Spray water at constant rate

Seepage