Standard Operating Procedure for column construction ensuring structural integrity, safety compliance, and quality workmanship as per design specifications.
To establish a standardized procedure for column construction ensuring structural integrity, safety compliance, and quality workmanship as per design specifications.
Covers all column construction activities including site preparation, formwork, reinforcement, concreting, curing, and quality control for civil projects.
Ensures compliance with design & standards
Monitors safety protocols & PPE compliance
Verifies materials & workmanship quality
Executes formwork & reinforcement work
M25 grade as per specification
Fe500 grade steel bars
Timber/steel/plastic shuttering
For concrete compaction
Helmets, boots, gloves, eye protection
Proper bracing and support
Barricade work area
First aid kits, communication protocol
±5mm tolerance for column dimensions
Minimum compressive strength as per design
Maximum deviation of 1:1000 from plumb
No honeycombing or major defects
Problem: Voids in concrete surface exposing aggregate.
Solution: Clean affected area, apply polymer-modified repair mortar, ensure proper vibration in future pours.
Problem: Column not plumb or properly aligned.
Solution: Verify formwork before pouring, use proper bracing, check alignment continuously during pouring.
Problem: Visible joints between concrete pours.
Solution: Ensure continuous pouring, roughen and clean surface if pour must be interrupted, use bonding agent if necessary.
Schedule concrete pours during favorable weather conditions
Monitor concrete temperature during hot/cold weather
Maintain consistent water-cement ratio throughout
Proper insertion and withdrawal of vibrator for optimal compaction
Proper column construction is critical to structural integrity and building safety. Following this SOP ensures quality workmanship, compliance with design specifications, and adherence to safety standards. Regular inspection, documentation, and quality control throughout the process are essential for successful column construction.
Before project closeout, obtain final approval from: