FOR
method statement ROADWORKS
EXCAVATION
BASE GENERAL CONTRACTING L.L.C.
CLIENT : Ministry of Energy and Infrastructure
ENGINEER : RTC Road & Traffic Engineering
CONTRACTOR : Base General Contracting LLC
PROJECT NO : 57/2023
PROJECT : Improvement of Al Khor St., UAQ
REVISION CONTROL
Approved
Revision Date of Details of Prepared by Reviewed by Authorized by
by
Status Issue Revision BGC BGC BGC
RTC
First Issue for
00 30.01.2024 Mohamed Fadel Mohamed Fadel Shoukat Riaz
Approval
Office Civil Office Civil
Project Manager
Engineer Engineer
Second Issue
01 26.02.2024 Mohamed Fadel Mohamed Fadel Shoukat Riaz
for Approval
Office Civil Engineer Office Civil Engineer Project Manager
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INDEX
1.0 PURPOSE
2.0 SCOPE
3.0 REFERENCES
4.0 ABBREVIATIONS & DEFINITIONS
5.0 ROLES & RESPONSIBILITIES
6.0 ASSOCIATED REQUIREMENTS
7.0 PROCEDURE
8.0 RECORDS & DOCUMENTS
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1.0 PURPOSE
The purpose of this document is to provide the guidelines for roadworks excavation by satisfying all
the relevant specifications and requirements.
2.0 SCOPE
This document shall be applicable for roadworks excavation under the project- 57/2023 for
Improvement of Al Khor St., UAQ.
3.0 REFERENCES
a) Project Quality Plan
b) Tender specification- Volume 3
c) IFC drawings
d) Approved shop drawings
4.0 ABBREVIATIONS & DEFINITIONS
4.1 ABBREVIATIONS
IFC : Issued for Construction
PPE : Personnel Protective Equipment
BS : British standard
RFA : Request for Approval
4.2 DEFINITIONS
Client : This shall mean Ministry of Energy and Infrastructure
Engineer : This shall mean RTC Road & Traffic Engineering or its nominated
representative.
Contractor : This shall refer to Base General Contracting LLC
Project : This shall refer to the subject contract 57/2023 Improvement of Al Khor St.,
UAQ
Vendor : This shall refer to equipment and material suppliers for the Project.
Shall : This shall mean contractual requirement.
Should : This shall mean desired requirement.
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May : This shall mean possible course of action.
5.0 ROLES & RESPONSIBILITIES
5.1 Project Manager
He shall be responsible for:
a) Responsible for overall execution, administration, monitoring and control of the project as per the
Contractual requirements, specifications & Project Quality Plan (PQP).
b) Coordinate with Office Civil Engineer for obtaining necessary resources for the project and deploy as
required.
c) Responsible for managing all interfaces with Client and Construction Manager - Projects.
d) Responsible for coordinating for all the procurement and subcontracting activities related to the project
e) Deal with all contractual matters to the project
f) Monitor the actual progress of the work against planned programme.
g) Ensure Quality Management System of the Contractor is effectively implemented in the Project.
h) Obtain subcontractors Procedures / Plans / Method Statements, where applicable and coordinate approval
of the same.
i) Assess manpower, equipment and other resources required to achieve targets set.
j) Coordinate with the Procurement Unit in carrying out procurement activities for the project.
k) Liaise with Construction Manager to ensure timely completion of civil activities pertaining to the project
l) Liaise with QHSE Manager for preparation and updating PQP.
m) Analyze deviation or change of contract scope in coordination with Construction Manager
n) Analyze deviations, change of contract scope or delays, if required, and reschedule to meet target dates in
coordination with the Construction Manager.
o) Ensure through the Office Civil Engineer that appropriate actions are taken on all NCRs and Audit Non-
Conformances raised in the Project.
p) Ensure through the QA/QC Engineer that all Corrective & Preventive Actions taken in the Project are
Effective.
q) Identify Training needs and Coordinate with appropriate function for fulfilling the Training Requirements.
r) Monitor & facilitate the implementation of HSE as per contract HSE plan, RAY procedure & requirement.
5.2 Office Civil Engineer
He shall be responsible for:
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a) Responsible for overall execution, administration, monitoring and control of the project as per the
Contractual requirements, specifications & PQP.
b) Coordinate with Project Manager for obtaining necessary resources for the project and deploy as required.
c) Responsible for managing all interfaces with Client and Project Manager.
d) Responsible for actual progress of the work against planned program.
e) Obtain subcontractors Procedures / Plans / Method Statements, where applicable and coordinate approval
of the same.
f) Coordinate with the Procurement Unit in carrying out procurement activities for the project through Project
manager.
g) Liaise with Site Engineers to ensure timely completion of civil activities pertaining to the project
h) Analyze deviations, change of contract scope or delays, if required, and reschedule to meet target dates in
coordination with the Project Manager.
i) Appropriate actions shall be taken on all NCRs and Audit Non-Conformances raised in the Project.
j) Ensure through the QA/QC Engineer that all Corrective & Preventive Actions taken in the Project are
Effective.
k) Identify Training needs and Coordinate with appropriate function for fulfilling the Training Requirements.
l) Reports to the Project Manager.
5.3 Site Engineer
He shall be overall responsible for safe execution of the complete activity including, but not limited to:
a) Organizing tools and equipment required to the work site.
b) Assigning work crew.
c) Sequence of activities to be carried out for the work as per this work procedure.
d) Stage Inspection & Surveillance.
e) Ensure all safety Regulations are followed as applicable.
f) Contract specific requirements for excavations, if any specified shall be identified and the requirements of
such specification shall prevail in addition to the non-conflicting requirements of this procedure.
g) Ensure & study the approved drawings & statements before starting the activity.
h) Communicate all HSE requirements to the entire working crew and ensure that they understand.
i) Thoroughly familiar with all MODES/RAY contract and general HSE requirements and understand it to
maintain a healthy and safe environment for employees and contract staff.
5.4 NOC Officer
He shall be responsible for the following activities:
a) Ensure that all relevant permits are applied for and obtained prior to the commencement of work.
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b) Executing monitoring and updating the Authority Approvals (NOCs) and works with regulatory authorities
to ensure that the required approvals are in place in a timely manner.
c) Developing relationships with key stakeholders to ensure all necessary permits are in place as required.
d) Tracking the status of approvals and ensuring government compliance.
e) Support in resolving authority approval and permit interface issues as necessary together with the wider
project team, develop systems to ensure that permits are current and valid for the activity being
undertaken.
f) Advising and informing appropriate staff and department of document and plan submittal requirements
5.5 General Foreman / Supervisor:
He shall be responsible for the following activities:
a) Execution of work as per contract specifications, QC procedure, approved method statement and work
instructions.
b) Toolbox talks shall give by the Site Engineer & Supervisor with the concerned work force prior to start
of the work is a mandatory requirement.
c) Organizing tools and equipment required for the work site.
d) Ensure all PPEs are available to all the workers involved in the work.
e) Inspection of all works at every stage.
f) Ensuring the sufficient First Aiders and fire wardens are available with the crew.
g) Ensure all Safety Regulations are followed as applicable.
5.6 Surveyor
He shall be responsible for:
a) The surveyor along with his team members shall carry out the survey work in a systematic manner within
the stipulated time.
b) Ensure that all the levels / positions / alignments marked are properly secured and their location identified
accordingly.
c) Ensure that based on the latest Approved for construction drawings levels and benchmark has given.
d) Time to time preparing and submitting the survey report for the client review & approval.
e) Ensure before commencing of the activity all instruments are having valid calibration.
f) Ensure the permanent benchmark and cross verification in intervals.
5.7 QA/QC Inspector
He shall be responsible for:
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a) Stage Inspections and Surveillance in accordance with QCP and assurance of quality of work as per
specification and approved procedures.
b) Ensure all the testing equipment are calibrated and calibration certificate is available at site.
c) Ensure availability of latest Approved for construction drawings/Specifications and reference documents.
d) Coordinate with approved Third party laboratory for Material testing as per Client specifications and
International standards.
e) Ensure all incoming site materials are as per approved Material submittal.
f) Review and Maintain records of all material test reports as per client requirement.
5.8 HSE Officer
He shall be responsible for:
a) Be familiar with the Client general safety, contractual requirements.
b) Advising sit
c) e persons of any problems relating to the implementation of the HSE plan.
d) Permanent member of the HSE committee compiles and presents HSE site specific reports.
e) Maintain records of HSE meetings and ensure that routine HSE meetings and toolbox talks are carried out,
actions recorded, as stipulated in the HSE procedures.
f) Carryout safety audits and inspections, record proceedings and follow up recommendations.
g) Arrange for the distribution and display of safety posters and other safety promotional material.
h) Provide relevant advice on health, safety and environmental issues to all employees.
i) Assist with investigations of all accidents or incidents.
j) Maintain copies of all accident/incident reports and provide a monthly report and accident statistics to the
HSE professional.
k) Provide technical support in the preparation of departmental HSE action plans.
l) Demonstrate active involvement in HSE training programs.
m) Carryout assessment of sub-contractor activities and HSE systems.
n) Generally, monitor Occupational health risk assessments, performance monitoring and surveillance.
6.0 ASSOCIATED REQUIREMENTS
6.1 HSE Requirements
a) Ensure all P & M Equipment being used for the activity are in good working condition.
b) Ensure P & M Operators are qualified & authorized to operate the relevant equipment.
c) Ensure the work area shall be barricaded.
d) The toolbox talk shall be carried out before starting the work.
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e) Ensure all necessary PPEs are worn by workers involved in the work.
f) Work shall be carried out in the daytime and if authorized, night work is permitted.
g) All sub-contractor men, material, machinery details to be collected and checked against insurance.
h) No work shall be allowed if temperature is more than 50 degree Celsius / high wind / more than 80%
humidity / inclement weather due to rain, lighting storm, fog or dark condition.
6.2 Materials, Tools, Equipment and Machineries
a) Milling machine
b) Saw-cutting machine
c) 3-Ton pick up
d) Six-wheel
e) Wheel Loader
f) Backhoe Loader
g) Bobcat
h) Water Tanker
i) Total station
j) Auto level / leveling staff
k) Temporary Signs
l) Safety Barriers
m) Safety Traffic Cones
7.0 PROCEDURE
7.1 General
The following documents as a minimum shall be readily available for ready reference at work site.
Client specifications
Approved Method statement
Issued for Construction drawing &
Approved Traffic Diversion
7.2 Roadworks Excavation
a) Excavation Phasing
The excavator in coordination with the site engineer shall locate and determine the sequence of
excavation phasing as well as the entrance and exit of equipment vehicle.
b) Soil digging, cutting and grading
b.1.1 Digging, Cutting, and grading of soil shall be done to a working level to a depth as shown
on working drawings and in constant monitoring with the surveyor and the site engineer.
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b.1.2 Rock shall be excavated to a depth of 150mm below subgrade within roadbed limits and
backfilled as per approved materials compacted to the required density.
b.1.3 Soil below subgrade other than solid rock shall be thoroughly scarified to a depth of
150mm throughout this layer and will be brought to a moisture content suitable for maximum
compaction output.
b.1.4 Removal of unsuitable material (soil) shall go beyond the excavation level (sug-grade
level) until excavation reaches a soil of which appropriate load bearing must be achieved.
b.1.5 Careful Excavation shall be observed along the course of the work not to disturb/damage
the underneath existing pipe utilities if any.
b.1.6 Once the soil is dig, it will be immediately transferred to the standby dump truck.
c) Asphalt removal or milling
c.1.1 Asphalt removal shall be done to a working level to a depth as shown on working drawings
and in constant monitoring with surveyor and site engineer.
c.1.2 In case milling of asphalt pavement is approved to perform, it shall be done in a manner
which prevents the tearing and breaking of underlying and adjacent pavement and the contamination
of the removal of asphalt.
c.1.3 For transverse joint, the overlapping shall be at 20 meters or as directed by the Engineer.
c.1.4 For longitudinal joint, the overlapping shall be 300 mm from both edges of milled surface.
c.1.5 For milling beyond the AC layer, the overlapping procedure shall be carried out on both
ways: parallel and perpendicular to traffic flow. The overlapping shall be as shown in the following
diagram:
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d) Stability of Excavations
Maintain sides and slopes of excavations in a safe condition until completion of backfilling
e) Disposal
d.1.1 Soil will be disposed immediately as soon as the tipper has been filled with soil to the
disposal site.
d.1.2 This soil shall be tested and if found suitable for backfilling material shall be transported to
the nearest location for embankment.
d.1.3 Removed asphalt shall be loaded directly to trucks from the milling machine and hauled to
stockpile area or to the approved dump site. The milled roadway surface shall be swept clean
prior to opening traffic. At locations including but not limited to urban areas and bridge
decks, the Contractor shall sweep in a manner which minimizes dust.
d.1.4 In the event of rain or other inclement weather, the Contractor shall suspend the milling
operations. The Contractor shall make necessary allowances for drainage water that may
pond where the milled sections have not been paved.
e) Test Methods and Minimum Sampling for Embankment Material
Embankment material shall be tested as specified in the project specifications.
7.3 Traffic restriction
In no case shall traffic be permitted less than 6 hours after completion of pavement unless a shorter period is
authorized by the Engineer.
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8.0 RECORDS & DOCUMENTS
RFA
Surveyor’s Measurement Sheet
Laboratory Test Results
Approved Drawings
END OF PROCEDURE
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