MS For Civil Works

SOUTH DHAHRAN WATER PROJECT- LOT1
CONSULTANT CLIENT CONTRACTOR
Document No. :
LOT1-TC-GEN-MS-C-003
Document Title Date : 14-08-2017
Contract No. : H-652 Rev. No. : 0

Method Statement for Civil Works
Discipline :
Method Statement
METHOD STATEMENT – CIVIL WORKS
0 Issued for Review and Approval Binoda Azhar Vinod 14.08.17

REV. ISSUED FOR BY CHECKED APPROVED DATE
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SOUTH DHAHRAN WATER PROJECT- LOT1 LOT1-TC-GEN-MS-C-003/0
Subject: Method Statement -Civil Works
Section Title/Sub-titles Page No.
1.0 Introduction 3
2.0 Scope 3
3.0 Purpose 3
4.0 Definitions and Abbreviations 3
5.0 References 5
6.0 Compliance Statements 6
7.0 General 6
8.0 HSE Requirements 6
9.0 Roles and Responsibilities 8
10.0 Tools and Equipments 10
11.0 Procedure 11
12.0 List of Attachments 21

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1. Introduction
The Tecton Arabia Contracting Company (TECTON) is the CONTRACTOR for NWC’s project H-652. The
objective of the project is the production of drinking water by means of desalination, wastewater treatment by
means of erecting a new WWTP, the hereto connected pipelines including pumping stations, moreover the
utilization of treated effluent (TE) for irrigation purposes by means of providing pipelines with sufficient
capacity up to specified points of bulk delivery.
2. Purpose
The Purpose of this method statement is to describe the methodology to ensure required quality for
execution of civil / earth works which will include top soil removal at site at vegetation area, gravel removal
from top surface of soil at site, excavation and fine grading, deep excavation / dewatering, excavation in hard
rock, backfilling and compaction etc, with utmost care to HSE & QC requirements and local regulations.
3. Scope
This method statement covers the civil / earth work for main pipe line trenching / backfilling, pumping
stations, foundations and sub structures elements including Wash out / Air valve / Line Valve chambers etc,.
4. Definitions and abbreviations
4.1 Definitions
Means National Water Company (NWC) and its

OWNER :
successors-in-interest and assigns
Tecton Arabia Contracting Company
TECTON :
The Tecton appointed by NWC to perform the works.
ILF-Tecon
ENGINEER : Consultant & Engineering appointed by NWC to
supervise by all aspects the contract required works.
Means a consecutive calendar day unless otherwise
DAY :
stated.
MAY : Is used where a provision is discretionary
Means machinery, computer hard ware and soft ware,
apparatus, materials, articles and things of all kind to be
PLANT :
provided under the contract other than Tecton’s
Equipment.
The Owners project H652, LOT1 to be executed in the
PROJECT :
Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.
SHALL : Is used where a provision is mandatory
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SHOULD : Is a strong recommendation

Means the actual place or places, provided or made
SITE : available by the owner, to which Plant is to be delivered
or where work is to be done by the Tecton.
Means any person or persons, firm, partnership,
corporation or combination thereof, employed by
VENDOR : TECTON for the supply of materials and/or equipment
and/or other goods and/or services related to the
PROJECT
Means all plants to be provided and work to be done by
WORKS :
the Tecton under the contract
4.2 Abbreviations
ARAMCO : Saudi Aramco

ACES : Arab Company for Laboratories and Soil
CP : Cathodic protection
COC : Control Centre
DOI : Digital Ortho Image
DTM : Digital Terrain Model
FEED : Front End Engineering and Design
FGL : Finished Ground Level
GCP : Ground Control Point
GPS : Global Positioning System
HSE : Health Safety and Environment
IFC : Issued for Construction
IP : Intersection Point
Jacobs Jacobs-Zate Consulting Engineer
PST : Pumping Station Treated Effluent
PTE : Pipeline Treated Effluent
PTW : Permit to Work
QA : Quality Assurance
QC : Quality Control
QM : Quality Management
QMM : Corporate Quality Management Manual
RC : Road Crossing
ROW : Right of Way
SDHO : South Dhahran Home Ownership
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SEC : Saudi Electricity Company

SWCC : Saline Water Conversion Company
TE : Treated Effluent
TOR : Terms of References
TI : Triangular Irregular
WWTP : Waste Water Treatment Plant
5. References
5.1 Codes and Standards
For the applicable codes and standards for this project reference is made to:
H652-PPL-CDR-001, _Rev.2 Conceptual Tender Design Report-Pipelines

LOT1-TC-GEN-MS-C-001, Rev 0 Method Statement for Topographic survey
5.2 Project Specifications and Procedures
Particular reference is made to the following project specifications:
H652-PPL-CDR-001-Rev 2 Scope of work

H652-TC-G02-001, Rev 0 Project Quality Plan
H652-TC-G01-001,Rev 0 HSE Plan
H652-PPL-EPC-0031-Rev 1 Standard Specifications for Earth Works
5.3 Project Specific Approvals
• Excavation Permit.
• Approved materials for the backfilling of pipeline trench and structural works.
• Approved for Construction (AFC) Drawings.
6. Compliance Statement
This document is in full compliance with the contract except for the following points
Description of deviation Reference (Deviation Note) Approval Date
- - -
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7. General
7.1 Approval / Authorization

This document shall be issued, verified and approved by project members as described in “Project Quality
Plan”.
8. HSE Requirements
The general HSE Requirements pertaining to the works shall be verified.
• PPE Shall be worn at all times
• Method of statements for all activities shall be in place and discussed with workers.
• Necessary work permits will be obtained from the concern competent authorities
• Existing electrical, water, sewer gas lines will be checked and necessary protection shall be
ensured. Also underground utility mapping shall be done by CONTRACTOR and approved by
OWNER .
• Tool box talk shall be conducted regularly about safety and environmental matters related to
construction activities at site.
• Banksman will be provided for directing the operator of heavy equipment near excavation.
• Suitable access roads for equipment shall be provided by CONTRACTOR.
• All lifting equipment and tools shall be of suitable capacity, certified for the load and in good
condition. No temporary lifting equipments shall be used.
• Underground utilities mapping shall be done and necessary protection shall be provided.
• Ladder shall be provided in deep excavation for access and man movement for safety
requirements.
• Contractor shall make provision for evacuation during emergency. Fire warden through shouting /
siren and inform to site in charge/HSE/Authority. Assembly point to assemble all people and Head
count will be done. After solve the problem work will presume only after receiving new permit or
decided by NWC.
• Hard barricades shall be used to protect deep trenches to prevent fall by man and animals.
• Safety barricades and safety warning tape shall be provided on the sides of the open trench and
warning lights shall be kept near the trench location.
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• Proper rest area shall be provided for the works man for accommodation during the adverse
weather condition such as summer heat, humidity, rain, etc.
• Light safety arrangements will be made in and near the work location to avoid any damages /
accidents in the work location.
• Proper ventilation and lightening arrangements shall be made for the people whenever working in
the confined space if any.
• Material Safety Data Sheets for the chemical substances used shall be readily available at the
site and be discussed with the workers.
• Wherever rebar is used for pegging as indication of survey points or cordoning off areas with
column tape the top of pegs/poles shall be bent 180o down or protected with a block /cap.
• The general HSE Requirements pertaining to the works shall be verified.
• The Risk Assessment Table of activities is attached in Attachment 1.
• Emergency contact Nos. and responsibility chart shall be followed.
• Site safety shall comply to approved HSE Plan and item 17.3.2 (Safety measures in open-cut
excavation) of Standard Specification H652-TC-G01-001.
• CONTRACTOR shall ensure that vehicular and construction equipment movements are at safe
distance away from excavation edge.
• Keep excavated soil at least 1 meter away from excavation edge.
• CONTRACTOR shall provide hazard warning tape, hazard warning sign boards, hazard
barricades and study Aluminium ladder to prevent fall into excavation.
• For excavation adjacent to areas subject to traffic movement CONTRACTOR shall provide
necessary illuminated/phosphorescent painted hazard warning sign boards / illuminated hazard
warning lights in accordance with traffic police requirements.
9. Roles and Responsibilities
9.1. Construction Manager
The Construction Manager in conjunction with interface coordinators, permit coordinators and
public relation officers is wholly responsible for the implementation of the construction work in
accordance with safety rules and regulations as well as he is also shall be responsible for
ensuring all the required work permits, test certificates of equipments and machineries,
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OWNER approvals for all the site activities are in place prior to commencement of the
construction work.
9.2. HSE Manager
The site HSE manager monitors the work to ensure compliance with safety regulations at site.
He is responsible for preparation and implementation of all safety procedures and practices for
all activities as well as imparting training for supervisory, workman and construction works.
9.3. QC Manager
Site quality manager will be responsible for implementation of project quality procedure and
inspection of work as per inspection and Test Plans.
9.4. Interface Coordinator
Interface coordinator will coordinate with NWC, Highway contractors, other Gas P/L contractors
and Owners of all other utilities and facilities interfacing with new pipe line. Arrange meetings as
required.
9.5. Permit Coordinator
The permit co-coordinator shall be responsible to coordinate all permits and approval
requirements before commencement and after completion of work at site, which shall be
handled as expeditiously as possible
The permit co-coordinator(s) shall also be responsible for ensuring full details of permits and
approval issued are known to appropriate personnel, including any restrictions or implements to
progress list within.
The permit co-coordinator(s) shall have the further responsibility of compiling and maintaining a
"Permit and Approval Register" which lists full details of each permit and approval, including
expiry date.
9.6. Survey Engineer
Survey Engineer shall be responsible for ensuring all construction survey activities to be carried
out in strict accordance with the approved procedures and safety requirements.
9.7. Supervisory Staff / Permit holder
Supervisory staff will be the permit holders and shall also pass the training organized by DEL.
They shall be permanently located on construction site & will be construction personnel. They
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hall be responsible for ensuring all personnel under their supervision are conversant with all the
requirements of the Permit or Approval governing the activity in which they are engaged.
Supervisory staff shall also be responsible for ensuring personnel under their supervision are
aware of all HSE and Quality requirements, including personnel of other subcontractors
9.8. Civil Foreman
Civil Foreman shall be responsible for ensuring all pipeline construction activities are carried out
in strict accordance with the approved procedures and safety requirements. He shall be
responsible for the supervision of the concrete works which will be carried out in site / yard.
9.9. Heavy Equipment Operators
Heavy Equipment Operators are well experienced in handling the equipments which will be
used in the project. They handle the equipment with all safety measures and guidelines. The
operators will be guided by the banks man during the execution.
9.10. Equipment Maintenance Personnel
Equipment Maintenance Personnel is responsible for maintaining essential mechanical and

electrical equipments in safe operating condition. Diagnoses technical and mechanical
problems and facilitates repairs. Responsible for Maintenance and beautification of facility and
grounds. Oversees safety program and preventative maintenance. Applies safety codes to
facility situations and maintenance procedures to meet acceptable standards of quality.
9.11. Banks man
Banks men are operatives trained to direct heavy equipments / Heavy vehicles (tippers, cargo
truck, etc.,) movement on or around site. The responsibilities of Banks man are as follows.
1. For reversing vehicles

2. Provides a protected position from which they can work in safety
3. Provides distinctive ‘hi viz’ clothing for identification
4. Tells drivers that if they cannot see the signaller they should stop immediately
5. Agrees on the use of standard signals
10. Tools and Equipment
1. Dewatering Pumps (if required based on ground water level)
2. Drilling machine for dewatering system

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3. Chain excavators / JCB Excavators
4. Shovel wheel loaders
5. Pick axe
6. Hand Shovel
7. Roller Compactor
8. Plate Compactors
9. Tippers
10. Water Tankers
11. Air Compressors
12. Wheel Barrows
13. Jack Hammers
14. Metal / Cable detectors to detect the underground services ( cables, pipe etc)
15. Pick ups
16. Buses
17. Excavator mounted with Rock Breaker
18. Sheet Piling & Shoring Material (If required for deep excavations)
19. Surveying Instruments: Auto Level, Total Station and GPS.
20. Concrete / Hard Jersey Barricades
11. Procedure
11.1. General
• The relevant versions of Approved Civil Drawings for Construction of general civil works shall be
available at site & shall be used.
• Setting out of Main Pipeline trenching, chambers and modification along the pipeline route etc as
per relevant versions of approved drawings shall be done.
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• All underground services shall be identified by cable / metal detectors and excavation for trial pit
shall be carried out manually, to expose any existing facility, if detected. Prior to manual
excavation for trial pit, Third party NOC / Permit to Work shall be obtained. Necessary protection
shall be provided as per standards.
• In the event of excavation near or adjacent to existing structure, precaution shall be taken and
necessary support shall be provided and installed.
• All care shall be taken to safe guard the services by providing necessary supports or by
relocating the services as approved by the owner.
• The survey control points and benchmarks shall be established with the available existing
permanent structure of local co-ordinates as per the drawings with total station for construction of
civil works. The details will be submitted with survey report.
• Some of the works may be constructed in close proximity to the existing electrical cables, trunk
sewer and other pipelines. Take all necessary precautions to limit the drawdown of groundwater
over the existing underground services to the minimum practicable. Wherever possible,
dewatering well points should be remote from existing underground and at the minimum practical
depth.
• Every precaution shall be taken to prevent slips and falls of earth and other material in the
excavations. In the event of slips or falls occurring or in the event of excavation being made in
excess of the minimum necessary or practicable for the construction of the works the voids so
formed shall be filled.
• All excavations free from water and sewerage whether affected by tides floods storms or
otherwise so that the works shall be constructed in dry conditions.
• Water table level shall be kept at least 1m below formation level
11.2. Excavation
• The site shall be cleared from all surface obstructions and unsuitable materials. Buried services
shall be identified and necessary precautions will be taken while doing excavation.
• Pre levels of natural ground shall be recorded, before removal of soil.
• The pipe trench shall be carefully excavated and the trench bottom graded so that the
pipeline is evenly supported throughout its length. The trench bottom contour shall be
such as to obtain a smooth profile for the pipeline and to minimize field bending.
• The pipe trench shall be excavated along the staked alignment but where there is a
change in direction, the trench shall be cut so as to accommodate the specified minimum radius
of pipe bend. A clearance shall be maintained between the bend and the trench walls to conform
to the trench dimension requirements set out on the Drawings.
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• In cases where excavation by the use of mechanical excavation equipment is unsuitable or

hazardous in the existing ground conditions, or may cause damage to other property or existing
facilities, pipe trench to be excavated by hand.
• The finished trench shall be free from roots, stones, rocks or other hard objects, which
may damage the pipe or pipe coating. Provision shall be made for dewatering if required.
• Where the trench has been over-excavated to a depth significantly greater than that
shown in the alignment sheets or required for obtaining a smooth profile, re-fill the trench to such
a depth and with such materials and degree of compaction as agreed with the Employer’s
Representative.
11.3. Gravel removal from Top surface of soil at site, if exists
• The site shall be cleared from all surface obstructions and unsuitable materials. Buried services
shall be identified and necessary precautions will be taken while doing excavation.
• Pre levels of natural ground shall be recorded, before removal of gravel.
• Approved usable material excavated at site shall be collected at a designated area.
• Those unsuitable materials shall be totally removed from the site and shall not be used for back
filling purpose.
11.4. Excavation and fine grading
• All excavation shall be done as per lines and elevations shown as per drawings and
specifications. Underground utilities shall be detected using cable locators.
• The trench width is dependent on the nature of the ground, depth, and pipe size. The clear width
of the trench at any level shall be minimum of one pipe outside diameter, plus 300mm clearance
on either side.
• Trench width will vary from location to location & depend on the invert level of pipe. The following
table shall be used as a guideline for trench widths for various sizes of pipes as per specification
Nominal pipe Max Trench
Diameter (mm) Width (mm)
150 700
200 800
300 900
400 1000
500 1100
600 1200
700 1300
800 1400
900 1500
1000 1600
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1200 1800
1400 2000
1500 2100
• Trial pits by manual excavation shall be done to ensure underground utilities like cables, pipes
etc.
• The functional check shall be made by visual monitoring at outlet point at regular intervals. The
decrease in discharge shall indicate the lowered water table. A trial pit of 1 m deep below the
formation level shall be dug at the centre of the foundation to check the water table. Filling
activity shall commence after ensuring the water table below 1 m of formation grade.
• However, Trial Pits of 1 m or as requirements of asset owner shall be made.
• Excavation by suitable equipment up to required depth below FGL as per drawings and
specifications shall be carried out only after making trial pits to find out the underground utilities
with issuing of required permits.
• Any unsuitable materials shall be removed from the site to designated dumping area
(APPROVED BY NWC).
• Any soft/unsuitable materials shall be removed from the exposed sub grade. The sub grade shall
be trimmed smoothly to +/- 13mm of the elevations shown on the AFC drawings.
• If the formation level material cannot be used as bedding, then 200mm compacted sand bedding
will be provided.
• The sub-grade surface shall be compacted to 90% Modified Proctor Density.
• The sub grade at formation level shall be moistened to optimum moisture content; proof rolled
by a heavy roller. Sub-grade/formation levels shall be within 0 mm and – 25 mm of the true levels
shown on drawings.
• The excavated suitable materials shall be stockpiled in an orderly manner at Locations approved
by NWC at a distance from banks of the excavation sufficient to avoid overloading the banks and
shall be protected.
11.5. Trench Dimensions and Pipe Covers
• The pipe trench shall be excavated to sufficient depth to provide the specified cover, allowing
extra depth for any bedding required beneath the pipe. The minimum trench width shall be at
least 600 mm greater than the outside diameter of coated pipe. At points where work on the
installed pipe is to be performed, such as welding, coating, etc. sufficient extra excavation
shallbe made so that the work can be performed satisfactorily around the pipe in the trench.
• Pipe cover shall be as per the approved pipeline profile drawings.
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• The inclination of the trench walls shall be chosen based on the ground material and such as to
guarantee stable trench conditions. Where stable trench walls may not be achieved, trench
support as described in item 10.8 below must be used.
• Where the required trench excavation shall make it necessary to expose partly or fully the
existing pipelines, written approvals shall be obtained from the owner of the pipeline(s) and the
conditions as well as any special measures imposed shall be strictly followed. Special care must
be taken in order not to damage the coating of the existing pipes or the FO-cable and only hand
excavation shall be allowed near the pipe and the cable itself. While exposed, the existing pipe
shall be suitably protected against mechanical impact of the construction works.
11.6. Extra Depth
• Extra depth cover shall be provided at various locations. These shall include, but not be limited
to, road and watercourse crossings and crossings of existing services, as shown on the pipeline
drawings and in the individual crossing drawings. Trenching around existing services is dealt
with in Clause 10.11 of this Section.
• Where there is extra depth all additional safety precautions shall be taken to ensure adequate
access and egress and the trench shall be supported or battered back to a safe angle.
11.7. Limitations Of Open Trench
• In order to reduce the hazard of long lengths of open trench excavation and to avoid the risk of
problems and additional work caused by earth slips and falls in rainy weather, the construction
program and excavating operations shall be planned in such a way that the trench remains open
for a period as short as practicable.
11.8. Rock Trenching
• The term “rock” shall be deemed to include any hard compact material (other than concreted or
paved surfaces of roadways) which cannot be removed by heavy mechanical excavators, rippers
or manual means and therefore requires the use of pneumatic drills or rock breakers, rock
cutting machines or blasting.
• The trench depth in rock shall be such that the cover is not less than 1.00 m.
• Where the bottom of the pipe trench is in rock, or has hard protrusions capable of damaging the
pipe coating, the bottom of the trench shall be excavated for a further 200 mm across the full
width, so as to accommodate the necessary thickness of bedding material. The trench shall be of
sufficient depth to accommodate the bedding, pipe and specified cover.
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• Within the ROW of the existing pipelines only the use of rock cutting machines, pneumatic drills,
rock breakers or rippers shall be allowed. Appropriate Machinery shall be selected to minimize
the impact on the existing pipelines and avoid any damage thereto.
11.9. Deep Excavation / Dewatering (If Required)
• Permission for deep excavation shall be sought if required. All deep excavation area shall be
marked as per approved plan. Any underground services shall be located and protected
properly. It may be removed with due permission, if necessary. Any deep excavation shall be
done in stepped method.
• Tecton shall apply shoring or sheet pilling depending upon the type of existing structure where
sufficient space is not available for step/slope excavation.
• Excavated suitable material shall be stacked properly as permitted.
• The ground water table shall be continuously monitored and kept 1 m below excavation
bottom/formation grade until foundation cast and back filled. Adequate numbers of well point
shall be determined, located. Bore should be drilled up to sufficient depth, to keep water level
• below required level. Drilled hole should be flushed out with high pressure jetting pump to create
ini wells. 6 meter long UPVC well point will be placed in the mini well with a filter media of 3-5
mm screened gravel around to act as barrier against fines.
• All well points will be connected to a centrifugal pump with pipe and suction hose. Discharge of
ground water will be at the point approved by the NWC. A booster pump will be used to
overcome the loss of head. A trial pit of 1 m depth, below formation level, shall be dug at the
centre of foundation to check the water table. Discharge shall be checked frequently. Decrease
discharge will indicates lowered water table.
• Excavation material from the works selected by the NWC for reuse shall be placed in its final
position, if possible, or otherwise may be stockpiled or deposited on site as directed by the NWC.
• Only the stockpiling of rock, gravel and other non-cohesive materials to be used for permanent
work will be permitted. In no case shall the stockpiling of silt or disintegrated rock to be used in
structural fills be permitted.
• Spoil unfit for re-use shall be removed to sites approved by NWC and shall not be permanently
deposited other than on such site. Trim and form the edges of soil to profiles and levels as
directed by the NWC. He shall also maintain without interruption the flow of water courses
affected by the disposal of spoil materials and he shall observe any agreement concerning the
site existing between the employer and other personnel or authorities concerned.
• The placing of materials within the waste areas shall be made 250 mm compacted layers with 90%
MPD compaction level. thickness in order to obtain an appreciable degree of compaction by
means of the transportation equipment. All traffic towards or from the waste areas shall be
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continuously directed and changed for the total covering of the surface of such areas in order to
take advantage of the weight of vehicles for compaction.
• The waste areas and disposal of the excavated materials shall be subject to the Municipality
approval and relevant NOC shall be obtained prior to disposal. Waste areas shall be located in
those places where, they do not interfere either with the natural flow water or with future
structures and where they can not impair the general appearance of the complete structure or
impede access to the different structures. NOCs shall be obtained from authorized departments
and authorities
11.10. Excavation in Hard rock
• Excavation in rock shall be made vertical cut for rocky area and related soil stability calculation
for the slope of trench will be submitted separately if required.
• Blasting will not be permitted under any circumstances, any hard excavation must be carried
out by ripping, drilling, wedging, chiselling using jack hammers, or by other recognized methods
approved by NWC.
11.11. Excavation In The Vicinity of Existing Services
• Excavation around and parallel to existing services must be carried out with special care as is
required to avoid damage to the services.
• The trench shall be excavated so that the clearance between a buried pipeline and any other
underground service or structure is not less than specified in the relevant code, or as depicted in
respective drawing.
• Special care shall be observed in order not to endanger the stability and integrity of the existing
services at any time and under any weather or other circumstances. Especially in soft ground
and sand areas protection against sliding of existing lines must be foreseen. If required
necessary and approved temporary protection facilities shall be installed before commencement
of excavation works.
• All limitations and restrictions as given by the OWNER and the owner/operator of the existing
facilities shall be strictly observed.
• When existing pipelines will have to be partly or fully uncovered, temporary mechanical
protection measures such as timber battens of suitable thickness shall be installed around the
existing pipe. Such measures will be subject to approval by OWNER or owner of the existing
facility.
11.12. Bedding / Padding Material Requirement
• Suitable graded material free from sharp stones or flints, perishable matter or other materials
which could damage the pipe coating, shall be selected from the excavated material other than
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top soil, and sieved if necessary for use as bedding or padding material. Where excavated
material is unsuitable for use as bedding underneath the pipeline in rock or stony conditions, or
for padding, suitable material has to be imported.
Sieve Size Total Percentage passing by weight
1 inch 100
½ inch 50 – 100
No. 4 40 – 80
No. 200 Max. 15
11.13. Bedding / Padding Works
• Approved bedding and pipe zone material shall be stockpiled on the jobsite to be used in the
event natural materials become unsatisfactory.
• In the upper part of the padding, the fibre optic cable system, if any, shall be installed.
• The padding material shall be carefully placed around the pipe and moderately compacted until
the level of 200 mm above the pipe crown at compacted state is reached. To avoid excessive
use of bedding and pipe zone material, the gap between the specified bedding and pipe zone
and the trench wall can be backfilled with material of a maximum size of 100 mm and not more
than 50 % greater than 50 mm.
• All material shall be at a moisture content that shall facilitate compaction. The padding shall be
free of cavities or spaces. Compaction shall take place in layers not exceeding 300mm. With
small compactors (none vibrating) e.g. rammers or tampers and thorough manual compaction
under the haunches.
• Padding material for pipes installed within the ROW of existing or future road areas including the
maintenance road in case it is located above the new pipeline shall be compacted to 95%
proctor density.
• For padding material at wadi sections especially for the lower part (up to pipe centre line
elevation) same requirements as for the bedding material are applicable. For the upper part the
grain size for the used material may be increased to max. 50 mm, provided that natural wadi
deposit (rounded river gravel) is available. Additionally, the amount of grain size 0.06 - 2mm shall
be reduced if possible, as this grain size is keen to erosion by flowing water.
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• In areas with shallow groundwater, backfill material with low amounts of grain size smaller than
0.06mm shall be used to ensure free ground water flow if any.
• At steep slopes, the padding material for the upper part of the pipes may consist of excavation
material with a maximum grain size of 50 mm. In both cases, wadi sections and steep slopes,
• Rock shield material of adequate quality shall be placed between pipe and padding material
when grain size of max. 50 mm will be used in order to avoid damage to the coating.
11.14. Backfilling and Compaction
• All the fill materials shall meet the requirements of the contract specification H652-PPL-EPC-
0031-Rev 1
• The fill material shall be placed in layers of not more than 300mm with a compacted layer
thickness not exceeding 250mm where mechanical compactors like vibratory plate / drum
compactors are used.
• Large rocks or stones, rubbish, vegetable growth or other material excavated from the trench
which is unsuitable for backfill, shall not be put back into the trench but shall be collected and
disposed. If further material is required for backfill of the trench suitable material shall be
imported to site. Excavated material and added material have to be treated in such a way that it
shall be of homogenous character The backfill material shall be heaped up along the trench line
to leave a crown of approximately 300 mm above adjacent natural ground level to ensure a total
pipe cover of 1.30 m, unless otherwise specified or required.
• Surplus excavated subsoil, if any, shall be removed from site or spread over the right-of-way on
exposed subsoil. Surplus subsoil shall not be spread on topsoil.
• Backfill material up to 300 mm above pipe crown elevation may have a maximum size of 100
mm and not more than 50 % greater than 50 mm.
• Backfill material which is filled into the trench above 300 mm of the pipe crown until the top of
trench elevation shall be the excavation material with a maximum size of 50 mm. The material
shall be reasonably graded to be able to achieve the required compaction. Material not meeting
the required compaction shall be moisture conditioned and re-compacted. If the required density
is still not achieved the material shall be excavated and replaced with suitable material.
• The thickness of fill material shall not exceed 150 mm where manual compaction is used and
shall be tested.
• Each layer shall be compacted and tested for 95% Modified Proctor Density or 90% Relative
Density at + 2% of Optimum moisture content for “Structural Fill”. In the non-structural area, the
compaction shall be done to the extent of adjacent undisturbed soil.
• The ground water table shall be continuously maintained at least 0.5m below the excavation
bottom and the formation grade until foundations are constructed and backfilled.
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• Dewatering system shall be installed if required.

• Discharge of Ground water will be to a place advised by Owner/Engineer. A booster pump will be
used on the discharge line to overcome loss of head. Discharge of ground water arising from
dewatering after obtaining approval from owner/engineer.
• The functional check shall be made by visual monitoring at outlet point at regular intervals. The
decrease in discharge shall indicate the lowered water table. A trial pit of 1 m deep below the
formation level shall be dug at the centre of the foundation to check the water table. Filling
activity shall commence after ensuring the water table below 1 m of formation grade.
• Sub grade / formation levels shall be recorded.
• Trial pit to monitor the water level should be made of any side of the foundation area since it is
required even after placing foundation.
• The standard proctor test shall be used to determine the maximum dry density (MDD).
• The Modified Proctor Density of the fill material shall be established in accordance with ASTM D
698.
• Field density testing in accordance with BS 1377 at a minimum frequency of one test per 5000
m², and as instructed by the NWC.
• Suitable testing methods for determination of field density by sand replacement shall be used
depending on their appropriateness for the prevailing fill to be tested. The proposed testing
method and location shall be subject to the approval of the NWC.
• Arrange to conduct all the necessary tests to the satisfaction of NWC. All such tests shall be
carried out at site laboratory approved by NWC. Results of all tests shall be approved by NWC.
• Backfill material up to a level of 500 mm below the final ROW elevation shall be very gently and
carefully compacted to avoid damage to the pipeline coating, internal lining and prevent
deformations of the pipe . Only small compactors (none vibrating) shall be allowed within this
range, e.g. rammers or tampers. Compaction shall be made in layers not exceeding 300mm. All
material shall be at a moisture content that shall facilitate compaction. For the remaining backfill,
medium size roller compactors may be used, however, vibrating machines shall not be allowed.
• Backfilling works shall be carried out as soon as possible after coating of joints and padding is
complete in order to give the pipe a natural anchorage, avoiding harmful weather impact (rapid
temperature change) and erosion of the trench walls.
• Backfilling of trenches opened at crossings of roadways, pavements or other public areas shall
be carried out immediately after laying the pipeline. All temporary and permanent surface
restorations shall be completed immediately after completion of backfilling works.
• Maximum slope in soil shall be made to suit the material characteristics. Erosion protection
measures preferably by stone pitching and rip rap to prevent scouring shall be implemented
where necessary. Moreover, dams consisting of earth bags or sand sacks, properly spaced,
Document No./ Rev.
shall be bound and connected to the natural ground of the trench wall by adequate supports,
where necessary. If necessary diversionary furrows shall also be provided to direct the flow of
water into natural drainage courses and away from the pipeline trench. Movement of fine graded
particles within the trench shall be avoided by provision of geo-textile on the back side of the
sand bag barriers.
• The Backfill material shall follow all specification requirements.
• All the methodology of embankment for pipeline shall meet the requirements of the contract
specification H652-PPL-EPC-0031-Rev 1.
12. List of Attachments
No. Description No of Pages
1 Task Risk Assessment 7
2 ITP for Civil Works 5
3 Survey Report 1
4 Pre Excavation Report 1
5 Trenching report 1
6 Post Excavation Report 1
7 Backfilling Report 1
8 Lowering Report 1
9 Pipe Bedding Report 1

ATTACHMENT - 1
TASK RISK ASSESSMENT
FORM: HSE-HS-29-F01
HSE RISK ASSESSMENT
Revision No. : 0
CONTRACT NO: H-652 Page No. : 1 of 5
Activity Hazard/Aspect Groups Exposed Existing Control Measures Risk Evaluation Additional Control Measures Risk Evaluation
(with existing control (If required) (with additional control
measures) measures)
P S R P S R
Damage to  Engineering drawings  Communication,
Excavation
Underground and above  Operators are to be followed.
3 3 9
Coordination and close
1 2 2
ground Services,  Banks man  Obtain NOC from supervision.
 Surveyors authorities.
 Assistant  Implementation of
Surveyors OSHAD SF – CoP 29.0
Excavation works.
 Competent personnel to
perform the job.
 The general Method
Statement for
Excavation & Backfilling
is to be considered.
 Cable Avoidance Tools
shall be used.
 Prior to start manual
excavation / Trial Pit
excavations has taken
place.
Cave in/Collapse of trench  Shoring system to be  Communication,
 Operators fixed.
3 3 9
1 2 2
 Foremen  The general Method supervision.
 Banks man Statement for
 Surveyors Excavation & Backfilling
 Assistant is to be considered.
Surveyors
Fall into the excavation  Adequate barricading to  Communication,
(Person, material or  Operators be done 2 meter away
3 2 6
1 2 2
vehicle)  Banks man from the edge of supervision.
 Surveyors excavation.
 Assistant  Adequate safety
Surveyors signage’s to be
displayed
 Trained banks man to
This document is the property of NWC and shall not be used by or given to any outside party without prior authorisation.
FORM: HSE-HS-29-F01
HSE RISK ASSESSMENT
Revision No. : 0
be deployed to guide the

vehicles.
 Warning flash lights
should be installed
around the excavation
Improper Access / Egress  Proper access and  Communication,
 Banks man egress have provided
2 2 4
1 2 2
 Surveyors with secure. supervision.
 Assistant  Access / Egress areas
Surveyors shall be clear from
obstacles.
 Adequate safety sign
boards to be erected
excavations.
Water accumulation  Ensure dewatering  Communication,
 Operators System are properly
2 2 4
1 2 2
 Banks man maintained and in place. supervision.
 Surveyors  Stand by dewatering
 Assistant pump to be provided
Surveyors  Ensure that hose
clamps and other fittings
must be in good
condition and properly
installed.
 Type and extent of
ground water control
must be assessed prior
to excavation work.
Public access to  Excavation to be  Communication,
excavation  Operators barricaded / fenced to
2 2 4
1 2 2
 Banks man separate public supervision.
 Surveyors movement from the
 Assistant area.
Surveyors  Lighting beacons to be
used at night.
Dust  Water sprinkling over  Communication,
 Operators the excavated spoils
2 2 4
1 2 2
 Banks man and during the supervision.
 Surveyors excavations.
 Assistant  All Personnel’s shall
Surveyors wear appropriate PPE’s
– Dust mask.
FORM: HSE-HS-29-F01
HSE RISK ASSESSMENT
Revision No. : 0
Unauthorized  All drivers operator  Communication,

Backfilling
driver/operators  Operators should have valid UAE
3 3 9
1 2 2
driving license supervision.
 All operators to have
third party certificates
Soil dropping into  Make sure that the  Communication,
trench/excavation  Operators trench edges are stable
2 2 4
1 2 2
to offload the backfilling supervision.
materials by the plant or
trucks.
 Make sure that nobody
is inside the trench while
offloading the backfilling
materials.
 Ensure that all
underground services
have been supported /
protected during
offloading of the
materials.
 Make sure the
availability of banks man
for signal.
 Ensure that machine &
all other objects are kept
2m away from the edges
of trench
Poor plant maintenance  All plant shall be under  Communication,
 Operators proper maintenance.
2 2 4
1 2 2
supervision.
Poor visibility  Site to be spread by  Communication,

 Operators water to control the dust.
2 2 4
1 2 2
supervision.
Fall into excavation  Excavated area to be  Communication,
 Operators barricaded
3 2 6
1 2 2
 Helpers  Caution sign boards to supervision.
be placed.
 Excavated spoils at
least 2 meters to keep
away from edge of
excavation.
FORM: HSE-HS-29-F01
HSE RISK ASSESSMENT
Revision No. : 0
 Competent,
Experienced & certified
Banks man to be
deployed.
collision of vehicle  Trained and licensed  Training to Drivers and
 Operators drivers/ operators to do
3 2 6
Operators weekly basis.
 Drivers the task  Communication,
 One way road to be Coordination and close
used supervision.
 Traffic to be controlled
by banks man
 Narrow corridor  Implementation of  Traffic Management
Working  Operators 3 2 6 1 2 2
 Poor traffic OSHAD SF – CoP 44.0 Training shall conducted.
Adjacent to
management  Drivers Traffic Management and  Communication,
Traffic
 Uncontrolled vehicle /  Banks man Logistics. Coordination and close
Equipment Moving  Helpers  Site shall be barricaded supervision.
Vehicle / Equipment with hoarding sheets,
running into people hard barriers and sign
and damaging board shall be
property displayed.
 Site vehicles shall be
with warning rotating
light and Reverse Alarm
 Walkways and
designated routes will
be established.
 Parking to be provided
at site.
 All Personnel’s shall be
keep away from the
road.
 Heavy load  Banks man  Determine the number  Communication,
Manual 3 2 6 1 2 2
 Pinch Points  Helpers of persons required to Coordination and close
Handling
 Poor communication  Ass. carry out work in safely. supervision.
 Back Pain Surveyors  Safe manual handling
 Falling objects lifts to be trained.
 Improper lifting and  Personal protective
Untrained workers equipment’s should
wear (helmet, safety
shoes, coverall, hand
gloves).
 Team lifting,
FORM: HSE-HS-29-F01
HSE RISK ASSESSMENT
Revision No. : 0
Coordination and
communications.
 Minimize the manual
handling and increase
the mechanical
handling.
 Adequate rest and Job
rotation.
 Conducted toolbox
meeting before start
work.
 All Personnel’s shall
wear appropriate PPE’s
 Appropriate
housekeeping to be
maintained
 Keep access clear in all
time
ATTACHMENT - 2
ITP FOR CIVIL WORKS
CONTRACT NO: H652
Doc. No: LOT1-TC-GEN-MS-C-003
OWNER : NWC
CONSULTANT: ILF TECON
CONTRACTOR : TECTON ARABIA CONTRACTING COMPANY
Document Title: INSPECTION and TEST PLAN (ITP) for CIVIL WORKS for CONCRETE STRUCTURES
Legend : AR = Approval Required = Actual Inspection , W = Witness Inspection, S = Operation Surveillance, T/C = Test Certificate Required, H = Hold Point, M = Monitoring, R = Review, U/G = Under ground
ILF TECOM
TECTON
TECTON
QA/QC
Arabia
Sl No. Activities Reference Document Acceptance Criteria Responsible person Documentation
Temporary benchmarks/ permanent bench marks shall be provided

1 Establish Bench Marks Alignment Drawings Surveyor Survey Report A A R
on secure / stable object, otherwise install concrete blocks.
Ground profile, survey references, Details of all above /below ground

2 Detailed Survey Alignment Drawings Surveyor Survey Report A S R/S
services and utilities, Roads crossings.
Method Statement with issued for construction status, project

Location of Existing Surveyor Third party facilities
3 Alignment Drawings specification, Structure boundaries must be marked by wooden/steel A A R/S
Facilities Site Engineer Detection report
pegs.
Trench depth:
Up to Foundation blinding bottom Level as provided in the
construction drawing.
Alignment Drawings
Trench depth:
LOT1-TC-PWW-DRW-P-208
As per the width of the foundation provided in the construction Surveyor
LOT1-TC-PTE-DRW-P-215
4 Trench Requirements drawing plus minimum 600mm working space all around the structure. Civil Foreman Trenching Report A A R/M
LOT1-TC-PDW-DRW-P-201
Trench Protection & measures: Site Engineer
Pipeline Specification
Provide diversion, crossovers, warning signs / lightsand install
H652-PPL-EPC-0030
shoring and dewater as necessary toprevent trench collapse.
Trench Finishing:
Excavated to specification, Free from stones.
ATTACHMENT - 3
SURVEY REPORT
Contract No: H652
Inspection Report for Survey and Setting Out
Document No.
OWNER : NWC
Reference MST No / Rev No: Date:
Reference Drawing / Rev No: RFI No:
Location / Chainage: From Sheet No:1
CONFIRMATION DETAILS
Confirmat
Survey ion Result
Coordinates Elevation
Details (Accept /
Reject)
As per drg. Actual As per
Type ID Actual
North East North East drg.
Remarks:
List of Attachments (if any): Instrument calibration status

1. Type Serial No Valid up to
2.
3.
4.
Reported By TECTON ILF TECON
Name / Title
Signature
Date
ATTACHMENT - 4
PRE EXCAVATION REPORT
CONTRACT NO: H652
Doc. No:LOT1
H652-- TC-GEN-MS-C-003
TC-GEN-MS-C-003
OWNER : NWC
CONTRACTOR : TECTON ARABIA CONTRACTING COMPANY Page 1 of 1
PRE EXCAVATION CHECK LIST
Location of Area to be Excavated Chainage Form 3-E

(Copy of drwing/Scetch Attavhed) From: To: Serial No:
Accept
SN Activity/Item to be checked Yes No TECTON ILF TECON
1 Marking of ROW (every 50 m)
2 Marking of Pipeline's centre line (every 50 m)
3 Existing, services are clearly identified on site.
4 Access roads established and ready for work
Comments:
ALL ITEMS CHECKED AND PIPE LAYING MAY PROCEED
Prepared by Approved By
TECTON ILF TECON
Name
Title
Signature
Date
ATTACHMENT - 5
TRENCHING REPORT
CONTRACT NO: H652
Doc. No: LOT1-TC-GEN-MS-C-003
OWNER : NWC
TRENCHING REPORT
Report no:
Format no:
Date:
IP Reference Chainage
S.No Length in Mtrs. Trench Inspection Remarks
From To From To
Todays Total
Previous Total
Cumulative
Any Work Interruption:

Remarks / Field Problems, if any:
TECTON TECTON ILF TECON

Designation Engineer QA/QC
Sign
Name
Date
N-15202.1 - DN 1400 CS PIPE LINE FROM IWPP TO MIRFA PUMPING STATION
TRENCHING REPORT
Report no:
Format no:
Date:
From To From To
Todays Total
Previous Total
Cumulative

TECTON TECTON TRANSCO

Designation Foreman QA/QC
Sign
Name
Date
Construction of Twin DN 1600 pipelines from TO12 A to AARC EPC Contract N 7430
TRENCHING REPORT
Report no: 01
Format no:
Date: 27.08.2010
From To From To
1 6 8 KP 2+000 KP 2+900 900 ACCEPTED
Todays Total 900
Previous Total 0
Cumulative 900

TECTON TECTON ILF

Designation Foreman QA/QC
Sign
Name
Date
ATTACHMENT - 6
POST EXCAVATION REPORT
CONTRACT NO: H652
LOT1- TC-GEN-MS-C-003
Doc. No: H652- TC-GEN-MS-C-003
OWNER : NWC
POST EXCAVATION REPORT
(Inspection to be carried out during and after excavation)
Location of Excavated Area Chainage Form 3-G
(Copy of Drawing/Sketch Attached) From To POER No:
Activity/Item to be checked Accept TECTON ILF TECON
1-Pre -excavatlon (Form No. 3-1:) Report completed per reference Yes/No
no.
2-Excavation width in accordance with
dimension of the annroved contract Design Actual
Drawing
Ch.
Ch.
Ch.
Ch.
Ch.
Ch.
3-Formation Levels
Ch.
Ch.
Ch.
Ch.
Ch.
Ch.
4-Bottom of trench is even and oflevel cross section Yes/No
5-Ground water levels is belowdepth of excavation(with or without
Yes/No
dewatering
6-Soft spots or unsuitable material exist at ground level Yes/No

Comments:
Prepared By: TECTON Approved By: ILF TECON
Name
Title
Signature
Date
ATTACHMENT - 7
BACKFILLING REPORT
CONTRACT NO: H652
LOT1- TC-GEN-MS-C-003
Doc. No: H652- TC-GEN-MS-C-003
OWNER : NWC
Pipe Back Filling Report (PBFR)

(Inspection to be carried out during filling of pipe surrounding)
Location of Area to be Excavated Chainage Form 3-D

From: To: PBFR No:
(Copy of drwing/Scetch Attavhed)
Frequency of test according to specification:

Compacted Test Sample
Layer TECTON ILF TECON Date Remark
Yes No Yes No
10
11
Dewatering System
Required
Comments:
TECTON ILF TECON
Name
Title
Signature
Date
ATTACHMENT - 8
LOWERING REPORT
CONTRACT NO: H652
Doc. No. LOT1-TC-GEN-MS-C-003
OWNER : NWC
LOWERING REPORT
Reference Drawing / Rev No: Date:
Other references if any: Report No:
Sheet No:
Chainage / Weld No.
Length (M) Remarks
From To
Check list: YES NO N/A
1. Trench is free from rock projections, skids and any debris
2. Trench depth is adequate to meet cover requirements
Remarks:
Reported by TECTON Construction TECTON QA / QC ILF TECON
Name / Title
Position
Signature
Date
ATTACHMENT - 9
PIPE BEDDING REPORT
CONTRACT NO: H652
LOT1-TC-GEN-MS-C-003
Doc. No: H652-TC-GEN-MS-C-003
OWNER : NWC
PIPE BEDDING REPORT

(Inspection to be carried out during & after bedding)
Location of Area to be Excavated Chainage Form 3-A

(Copy of drwing/Scetch Attavhed) From: To: PBR No:
Accept
SN Activity/Item to be checked Yes No TECTON ILF TECON
Bedding placed and compacted (min 200 mm
1
thickness) (if required)
2 Compatibility done properly
Completed bedding, visually inspected & free

3
of sharp stone, debris etc.
Comments:

TECTON ILF TECON
Name
Title
Signature
Date

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SOUTH DHAHRAN WATER PROJECT- LOT1

CONSULTANT CLIENT CONTRACTOR

Contract No. : H-652 Rev. No. : 0

METHOD STATEMENT – CIVIL WORKS

0 Issued for Review and Approval Binoda Azhar Vinod 14.08.17

Subject: Method Statement -Civil Works

Section Title/Sub-titles Page No.

4.0 Definitions and Abbreviations 3

6.0 Compliance Statements 6

8.0 HSE Requirements 6

9.0 Roles and Responsibilities 8

10.0 Tools and Equipments 10

12.0 List of Attachments 21

Subject: Method Statement -Civil Works

4. Definitions and abbreviations

Means National Water Company (NWC) and its

Subject: Method Statement -Civil Works

SHOULD : Is a strong recommendation

ARAMCO : Saudi Aramco

Subject: Method Statement -Civil Works

SEC : Saudi Electricity Company

5.1 Codes and Standards

H652-PPL-CDR-001, _Rev.2 Conceptual Tender Design Report-Pipelines

5.2 Project Specifications and Procedures

Particular reference is made to the following project specifications:

H652-PPL-CDR-001-Rev 2 Scope of work

5.3 Project Specific Approvals

Description of deviation Reference (Deviation Note) Approval Date

Subject: Method Statement -Civil Works

7.1 Approval / Authorization

The general HSE Requirements pertaining to the works shall be verified.

• PPE Shall be worn at all times

• Suitable access roads for equipment shall be provided by CONTRACTOR.

Subject: Method Statement -Civil Works

• The general HSE Requirements pertaining to the works shall be verified.

• The Risk Assessment Table of activities is attached in Attachment 1.

• Emergency contact Nos. and responsibility chart shall be followed.

• Keep excavated soil at least 1 meter away from excavation edge.

9. Roles and Responsibilities

9.1. Construction Manager

Subject: Method Statement -Civil Works

9.2. HSE Manager

9.4. Interface Coordinator

9.5. Permit Coordinator

9.6. Survey Engineer

9.7. Supervisory Staff / Permit holder

Subject: Method Statement -Civil Works

9.8. Civil Foreman

9.9. Heavy Equipment Operators

9.10. Equipment Maintenance Personnel

Equipment Maintenance Personnel is responsible for maintaining essential mechanical and

9.11. Banks man

1. For reversing vehicles

10. Tools and Equipment

1. Dewatering Pumps (if required based on ground water level)

2. Drilling machine for dewatering system

Subject: Method Statement -Civil Works

3. Chain excavators / JCB Excavators