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CONSTRUCT FOUNDATION WALLS

Constructing foundation walls is the process of building vertical structures on top of the concrete footings or slab to support the load of the building above ground level. These walls transfer structural loads to the foundation and form the base of the structure’s superstructure.

Steps Involved in Constructing Foundation Walls

  1. Preparation and Marking

    • After the concrete footing has cured, the positions of the walls are marked using chalk lines or string lines.

    • Ensure wall alignment and corners are squared.

  2. Laying the First Course

    • A mortar bed is spread over the concrete footing.

    • The first row (course) of blocks or bricks is laid carefully, ensuring they are level and plumb (vertically aligned).

  3. Building Up the Wall

    • Additional courses are laid, maintaining consistent mortar joints (usually 10 mm thick).

    • Each course is staggered (bonded) for strength — e.g., stretcher bond.

    • Vertical and horizontal alignment is checked regularly using a plumb bob, spirit level, and mason’s line.

  4. Inserting Reinforcements (If Required)

    • Reinforcement bars or mesh are placed within the wall if required by the structural design, especially in seismic zones or high-load areas.

    • Vertical ties or wall starters are added at intervals for extra strength.

  5. Provision for Openings

    • Spaces are left in the wall for doors, windows, and service lines as per architectural drawings.

    • Lintels or arches are installed above openings to carry loads.

  6. Damp-Proofing

    • A Damp Proof Course (DPC) is laid above ground level to prevent moisture from rising into the wall.

    • Waterproofing or damp-proof membranes may also be applied.

  7. Backfilling

    • Once the walls are cured and inspected, the area around the foundation walls is backfilled with soil and compacted in layers.

LAY BUILDING FOUNDATION CONCRETE

 

Laying concrete for a building foundation is a critical construction process that provides a strong, stable base for the structure. It involves preparing the foundation area and pouring concrete into designated trenches or formwork to create footings, slabs, or columns that support the building’s load.

Steps Involved in Laying Foundation Concrete

  1. Site Preparation

    • Clear vegetation, rocks, and debris.

    • Excavate trenches according to the foundation layout and design.

  2. Compacting the Subsoil

    • The base of the trench is compacted to ensure a firm support layer.

    • Sometimes a layer of hardcore (crushed stones) is added for further stability.

  3. Setting Formwork and Reinforcement

    • Timber or metal formwork is installed to shape and hold the wet concrete in place.

    • Steel reinforcement bars (rebar) or mesh are placed inside the trench according to structural specifications for added strength.

  4. Mixing Concrete

    • Concrete is prepared using a mix of cement, sand, aggregate (gravel), and water.

    • It can be mixed on-site manually or with a concrete mixer, or delivered premixed.

  5. Pouring Concrete

    • The concrete mix is poured into the foundation trench or formwork.

    • It is spread and vibrated to remove air pockets and ensure it fills all corners.

  6. Leveling and Finishing

    • The concrete surface is leveled using a straight edge or screed.

    • Surface finishing is done to smoothen the top as needed.

  7. Curing

    • The concrete is kept moist for at least 7 days to allow proper hydration and strength gain.

    • Curing methods include covering with wet hessian, sprinkling water, or using curing compounds.

SETTING OUT BUILDING

Setting out a building refers to the process of transferring the design of a building from the architectural drawings onto the actual ground. It involves marking the exact positions and dimensions of the structure using pegs, lines, and levels to guide construction.

PERFORM MASONRY WORKS

This unit specifies the competencies required to perform masonry works. It entails interpretation of drawings, setting out the building, laying of foundation concrete, construction of foundation walling, constructing superstructure wall, construct ground floor slab, construct reinforced concrete elements. It applies in the construction industry.