Method Statement for Turfing Works

PROJEK PEMBAIKAN CERUN DAN KERJA KERJA

BERKAITAN DI SEKOLAH KEBANGSAAN
KAULUAN , RANAU , SABAH . MS/2019 - 11 Rev.: 00 Page 1 of 11

Project Name:
PROJEK PEMBAIKAN CERUN DAN KERJA-KERJA
BERKAITAN DI SEKOLAH KEBANGSAAN KAULUAN ,
RANAU , SABAH .

Document Title:
METHOD STATEMENT
FOR
TURFING WORKS

Submission Record

Revision Date Revision Information

00 13/02/2020 First issue.

Prepared by Date 13/02/2020

MOHD AZREEN BIN ASMADI

Reviewed by CHARNOLD BIN MIOL Date

Approved by KHAMIRUL ALMY BIN AMINUDDIN Date

APPROVED APPROVED WITH COMMENTS REJECTED,

Proceed with the works Proceed with the works and to comply (pls. specify): REVISE AND
RESUBMIT

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

Items No. Title Page

1.0 INTRODUCTION 3
2.0 OBJECTIVE 3
3.0 WORKS METHODOLOGY 3
4.0 HEALTH, SAFETY AND ENVIRONMENT REQUIREMENT 5
5.0 QUALITY ASSURANCE & CONTROL REQUIREMENT 5
6.0 PLANT, MACHINERY AND EQUIPMENT 6
7.0 MANPOWER – KEY PERSONNEL 6
8.0 MATERIALS 6
9.0 REFERENCES 7
10.0 REQUEST FOR ISPECTION 7
11.0 ANNEXURES 7

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1.0 INTRODUCTION
This method statement covers the following work activities associated with the requirement of
the contract document for Projek Pembaikan Cerun Dan Kerja – Kerja Berkaitan di Sekolah
Kebangsaan Kauluan , Ranau, Sabah .

It is intended to assist site personnel in carrying out the performance of the activities. It also
serves to demonstrate to the client that we as the contractor understand the work scope and is
capable of undertaking it.

2.0 OBJECTIVE

Traditional met hod of planting grass which is harvested from our own turf farm.
Turf ing can be car ried out either by t he means of “ close turf ing” ( grass plant
wit hout gap in between each other ) or “spot turf ing” (gr ass plant with gap in
bet ween each other). The purpose of Turfing Wor ks is :

 Raw slope f or erosion pr evention

 Highway or road infr ast ructure pr ojects

 Residential or commercial development pr oject

 Hydroelectr ic or ret ent ion dam

 Football or other type of fields

a) WORKS METHODOLOGY
3.1  Site Preparation
 The Main Contractor is required to grade the planting area to finish grades and allowed for a
smooth and uniform to the consultant approval. The Main Contractor is required to roll,
scarify, rake and level so to obtain the even planting area. All loose stones, gravel, tree
stumps in which is not desirable is required to cart away from site to the approved dumping
area. To lay 50mm thick layer of approved black vegetable soil / top soil before turf.

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Close Turfing
 Turfing shall be carried out at all the terrace and slope area as specified (refer to the
construction drawing).

 The grass sod used for close turfing shall be cut and supplied at approximate size of 300mm
square and minimum thickness 50mm with original sod adhering to the roots. The sods shall
be 50% pure comprised of Axonupus Compressus. Close turfing shall consist of
approximately 300mm square turfing laid side by side with gaps not exceeding 30mm. If
necessary, each sod shall be stack with 200mm peg through the sod into the soil base, to
prevent soil erosion.

 The sods shall be laid onto the surface of the prepared ground with leaf turfs upwards, but
jointed as closed as possible to achieve a uniform cover. The turf shall be laid off planks
working over turns previously laid. The whole area should present an even smooth surface
when completed. Top dressing of the turf area shall be carried out immediately after the turf is
laid and monthly intervals thereafter.

Watering
 Watering shall be carried out immediately after the completion of planting. The completed
areas shall be lightly sprayed with water and keep the areas moist.

Maintenance
 Maintenance shall begin immediately after each portion of turfed and planting area is installed
and shall continue for the period of maintenance as specified commencing from the date of
acceptance. Maintenance is including watering, fertilizing, spraying and mowing.

Watering (Cow Grass and Bucida Molineti)

 Watering is required to soak and penetrate the soil at a rate that will prevent saturation of the
soil. The rate of application shall be not less than 2.7 litre per square meter and on no
account shall turf be watered sparingly. During dry weather, shall be watered within 2 days of
laying and subsequently once a week.

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Weeding (Cow Grass)

 Keep all planting area free from weed and undesirable grasses, by a method and by
materials approved by client / E.R / Consultant.

Mowing (Cow Grass)

 Mowing on newly established turfed areas should be delayed until it is obvious that the grass
is growing strongly. The grass should be cut when they are about 50mm – 75mm in height
can be gradually lowered at subsequent mowing until the height of 25mm to 40mm is
achieved. Remove the grass clipping during or immediately after mowing.

Top Dressing (Cow Grass)

 After established turfed areas, determine the evenness of the ground level and if any uneven
ground level the top dressing shall be applied. Mixed river sand and topsoil will be filled up to
the uneven area and also to any visible gap between sods.

Protection (Cow Grass)

 Maintenance shall include all temporary protection of all turfing areas from trespassing and
damage at all times. If any portion of turfed area is damaged, it shall be treated and replace.

Fertilizer Application (Cow Grass)

 Fertilizer shall be Christmas Island Rock Phosphate or its equivalent applies at the rate of
34gms per square meter with the approval of Consultant after planted until 6 months

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NPK 15:15:15 shall be used after 3 months planted at the rate of 100gms per square meter
and continue the application every 3 months.

Fertilizer Application (Bucida Molineti)

 Fertilizer shall its equivalent applies at the rate of 0.3kg per square meter with the approval of
Consultant prior to planting, spread evenly in pit base.

NPK 15:15:15 shall be used at the rate of 200gms for each plant every month for the first
year period. For the next year after, fertilizing shall be continued every 4 months. This
fertilizer must be applied around the plant, outside the canopy area.

Supporting Wood (Bucida Molineti)

 Supporting wood shall be used to support the plant, depend on the plant size.

Pruning (Bucida Molineti)

 Pruning shall apply from surface area.

Control Diseases and Pests (Bucida Molineti)

 Watering and cleaning the affected area at the plant. Cut and remove branches that were
attacked by worms and insects.

Handing Over
 Main Contractor shall arrange joint site inspection for handing over after the end of the period
maintenance. Main Contractor shall be carried out rectification works for any defect works.

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3.0 HEALTH & SAFETY REQUIREMENT

4.1 Health & Safety Requirement

4.1.1 Safety

1) The workers shall provide with PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) and shall be worn all
the time.

2) During fertilizer work, the workers shall provide additional equipment such as safety
goggles and mouth and nose filters to avoid contact with fertilizer.

3)  Site safety member should be available at all the time.

4.1.2 Environmental

1) The Contractor shall ensure no open burning is allowed at the site.

2) All the waste shall be collected and disposed correctly.

3) The Contractor shall ensure there is no oil leakages from machinery (cutting machine)
which is could harm the environment.

5.0 QUALITY ASSURANCE & CONTROL REQUIREMENT

The quality assurance & control requirements shall be in accordance with this method
statement. In carrying this works the following documents & forms and procedures shall
be implemented before commencement of work;

(i) Request for Inspection (RFI) form.

(ii) Inspection Checklist Form

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6.0 PLANT, MACHINERY AND EQUIPMENT

The equipment involved in the Drainage work (but not limited to), according to type and
suitability: -

No Equipment / Plant / Tools Description

1 Gardening gloves – thick For protect yourself from injury

ones
2 Sturdy boots Walk around comfortable

3 Sharp spade For turfing works

4 Wheelbarrow To deliver small quantity material / concrete

5 Garden Fork Loosening, lifting and turning over soil in gardening

6 Landscaping rake To break up clumps of soil

7 Laying boards  To create the perfect grass

7.0 MANPOWER – KEY PERSONNEL

Typical manpower involved in drainage work (but not limited to) are as follows: -

Item Type of Manpower Job Function

1. Project Engineer Supervising work in progress at site

2 Site Supervisor Standing supervision at site

3 Competent Person Implementing site safety procedures

4 Machinery Operator Operating the plant and machineries

5 General Worker Carrying out works on the ground

6 Surveyor & Chainman Setting out of drainage alignments and levels.

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8.0 MA TERIAL

Major materials used for turfing work, but are not limited to the following.

 Grass Sods

 Water

 *Top soil

 *Fertilizer (if required)

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9.0 REFERENCES
The work is carried out in accordance to the following: -
(i) Bill of Quantities.
(ii) Project Construction Drawing.

10.0 REQUEST FOR INSPECTIONS

The Contractor shall submit the request for work inspection (RFI) form to the SESB, or
his representative with all the relevant attachment, to allow inspection being conducted
before any subsequent work start.

11.0 ANNEXES
 Request for Inspection (RFI) form

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