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MOHAMMED ALI AL-SWAILEM COMPANY
(MASCO)
Method Statement for Site clearance, Grubbing, Topsoil removal ,Site Leveling & Grading
Table of Contents
1. Purpose…………………………………………………………………………………………………….
2. Responsibilities……………………………………………………………………………………………
3. Plant and Equipment …………………………………………………………………………………….
4. Materials…………………………………………………………………………………………………
5. Site Clearance Work Methodology………………………………………………………………………
6. Removal of Existing Structure………………………………………………………………………….
7. Top Soil Removal Method…………………………………………………………………………………
8. Site Leveling & Grading Work Methodology ……………………………………………………………..
9. Project Risk Assessment…………………………………………………………………………………
10. Health and Safety Requirements………………………………………………………………………
11. Environmental Requirements………………………………………………………………………
12. Quality Control Requirement………………………………………………………………………
13. Risk Assessment………………………………………………………………………………………
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1. The purpose
This method statement outlines the Site clearance, Grubbing, Topsoil removal Site Leveling & Grading.
The detailed guide will provide the dear steps undertaken to complete the process of the site activities in a safe,
systematic, and efficient manner in compliance with the statutory and environmental requirements.
The procedure will include the removal and disposal of all plants, equipment components, materials,
waste, existing structures and topsoil stripping, and Site Leveling & grading, prior to the initiation of the earthworks and
structural works within the boundary of the construction of the project Rough Grading & Development of Infrastructure,
Public Utilities and Roads
2. Responsibilities
The Construction Manager within whose scope of works the site clearance are taking place shall be
responsible for ensuring that the site clearance activities are carried out in accordance with this procedure. The site
manager is responsible for induction, briefing and advising of all personnel and site visitors.
3. PLANT AND EQUIPMENT

2.1. Excavator
2.2. Bulldozer
2.3. Wheel Loaders
2.4. Dump Trucks
2.5. Vibrating Rollers
2.6. Plate Compactors
2.7. Water Tankers
2.8. Crushers
4. MATERIALS
3.1. Warning Tapes
3.2. Temporary Sign Boards
3.3. Temporary Road Signs
3.4. Safety Barriers
3.5. Traffic Cones
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5. Site Clearance Work Methodology
Clearing and Grubbing

The process of clearing and grubbing is the removal of all trees, bushes, vegetation, rubbish and any other
relevant obstruction within the line of work.
1. Establish the survey markers to indicate the working area for the site clearance.
2. Produce a record of conditions that includes a photographic survey to be agreed by the engineer, Landowners
and any relevant authorities prior to commencement.
3. Takeout a topographic survey on land that may be affected by ROW operations and serve as a basis for final
reinstatement.
4. Identify and Mark clearly all the trees. to be felled prior to the commencement of the operation.
5. Remove all the marked trees, bushes, vegetation, stumps and roots to their full depth, while ensuring that
the following precautions are implanted:
 Minimizing the felling of trees and loss of topsoil.
 Avoid unnecessary damage to the trees, crops, trunks and canopy by machines or other disturbances.
6. Construct temporary roads when needed, to provide better access to vehicles and equipment.
7. Remove unusable and hazardous materials accordingly to the following:
• Test any hazardous waste or material discovered and report to the Engineer before undertaking any action.
• Remove or dispose off-site all materials which are not considered of value by the Engineer.
• Remove any loose boarders or materials located outside he ROW that may impose danger to the constructions.
• Separate and load all materials to locations shown on drawings or approved by the Engineer.
• Obtain the written arrangement for the disposal locations outside the ROW from the owner or governmental
authorities.
8. Backfill and compact the cavities of the surrounding ground.

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9. Maintain the surface in a clean, tidy and stable condition allowing it to fall water and to prevent ponding.
6. Removal of Existing Structures

The procedure involves the safe removal of all existing structures such as walls, fences, drainage, water
pipes, and cables while ensuring that alternatives are found to resume their existing functions.
1. Inspect Measure and Report to the Engineer for major structures, underground structures, manholes, wells and
similar items to be removed. No action will be taken until the Engineer provides his instructions for disposal.
2. Backfill and Compact voids lift after removal with suitable material and compacted density similar to that in the
surrounding ground. Fill with aggregate or sand in case of compaction is impractical unless another treatment is
shown on the drawings or instructed by the Engineer. The backfilling procedure is carried out in the Backfilling
Method
7. Topsoil Removal Method

1. Establish survey markers to identify the working area in which the removal of topsoil is required.
2. Strip the topsoil to the subsoil level or as instructed by the Engineer.
3. Use tracked equipment such as a bulldozer.
4. Dispose of and stockpile the topsoil separately from subsoil or other excavated material for subsequent reuse
in covering the required areas. Ensure that sufficient material for this purpose is preserved.
5. Ensure the following steps are undertaken where cables and underground services are detected:
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Storing of topsoil shall be prohibited in the following areas:

• Under overhead electrical cables.
• Areas where structures are to be erected or materials are to be stored.
• Within 5 meters of a watercourse or ditch.

• Within flood plains, unless gaps in possible water pounding areas are left in the stockpile to allow water to
pass through.
2. Spread the topsoil over the required areas in a uniform pattern, followed by compaction and leave it with a neat
and tidy appearance.
3. Grade sufficient portions of the ROW that are necessary to assist with subsequent construction operations after
completion of clearing works and topsoil striping.
8. Site Leveling & Grading Work Methodology
1. Pre Requirements
Permit to Work (PTW) shall be raised for clearing, grading and leveling, clearly mentioning the location of work, size of
area, and levels.
The area shall be surveyed and marked to the lines and levels shown on the drawings.
The area of work shall be cordoned off using safety barricading to stop trespassers.
Assign sufficient banks man, helpers, and supervisors at the site prior to the start of work.
Required sign boards such as "MEN WORKING" "DANGER" and warning boards will be placed to indicate the work.
Ensure the working area at any confined space is free from any Hazardous Gas by proper Gas testing using the Gas
testing instrument.
Proper protection shall be provided to the adjacent structure prior to start work.
Fences and minor structures of any character or upon within the limits of the works and not necessary for the
construction shall be removed carefully and stored neatly for reinstating after the construction works.
If any Survey points, bench marks, boundary stones and markings fouling on the area shall be removed only with the
client's written consent and shall be stored and reinstated according to the consultant's instructions.
Check the area of work to find out any underground facilities other than listed in a topographical survey by:
Using appropriate detective equipment, such as a cable detector. metal detector etc
• Check existing exposed work nearby area to find out and existing underground facilities.
Refer to available As-built drawings from the client.
Take trial/ test pits to find out existing underground pipes, and structures.
Check the indication marks, signs, and manholes nearby the area and find out the path of services.
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2. Work Methodology
Remove the top layer of soil approximately 300 mm depth which includes vegetations, grass, rocks, and roots of
vegetations. All rubbish, and any other unacceptable material.
Level the area with approved filling materials as per the requirements of projects and approved drawings.
During the progress of the leveling and grading work, the site shall be kept clean. All rubbish, surplus materials, and
unneeded construction equipment shall be removed, and all damage repaired so that inconvenience is reduced to a
minimum. The project site shall be kept in a sanitary condition.
Decontaminate the premises and grounds as necessary to prevent the breeding of insects or vermin.
Where material or debris has washed, flowed into, or been placed in drains, pipes, or structures, whether existing or
installed under the contract, such material or debris shall be entirely removed and satisfactorily disposed off.
The drains, pipes, structures, etc., shall be left in a clean and neat condition.
Removal and disposal of construction debris, all useless materials, rubbish, rocks, stones, excess/waste asphalt and
concrete, excess/waste materials, shipping materials, rebar, and other metallic debris generated by the project or
placed inside and outside the project site to approved disposal area.
With the exception of areas to be excavated, all depressions made below and ground surface by the removal of rubbish
or existing works shall be refilled with suitable material and compacted to the satisfaction of the consultant.
Levels shall be maintained as required by the project specifications and consultant.
Disposal and Hauling
Haul, load, and transport the removed materials from the site and dispose in an approved or designated dumping area.
Waste material shall not be allowed to blow or spill into any public or private property during
9. Project Risk Assessment

Works shall be carried out in line with the issued Health and Safety, Control, Monitoring and
Inspection Plan. The risk Assessment sheet for each activity shall be prepared by a specialist before commencing any activity.
10. Health and Safety Requirements

The occurrence of site accidents should be kept to a minimum, A Health, Safety, and Environment Plan will be
provided at the site to ensure the smooth running of works in a safe manner, taking into consideration the following
precautions:
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a. Ensure that all safety precautions and recommendations outlined in the Risk Assessments have been applied.
b. Make sure that:
i. All personnel including Third Parties are safety inducted prior to site entry.
ii. Workers are trained and competent in their duties.

iii. Operators are qualified, hold licenses for machine operation, and trained in the maintenance
of machinery.
iv. All tools and equipment are in safe and good condition.
c. Provide a First Aid Facility on the working Site in case of minor injury treatment.
d. Arrange for all personnel the pertinent Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) including a safety helmet. Safety
boots (Boots up to the knees. are required when clearing shrubs and trees, to avoid snake bites), ear/ eye
protectors, dust mask, gloves and reflective vest (when working in the vicinity of the road or nearby the
excavator or other heavy
e. Place warning signs, barricades, lighting or fences at relevant locations such as:
i. Critical excavations
ii. Pedestrian crossings
iii. Main roads where traffic flow is disturbed by work - Use signal men wearing highly visible
clothes to arrange traffic.
iv. Demolition areas - Produce structural engineer assessment to ensure a safe demolition process.
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f. Arrange with the owners of third-party services like telephone lines, cables, pipelines or other types of utilities, to
make secure the use and operation of the utilities. Consider all cables as "Live" unless otherwise indicated, and
adopt a safe system o work when such cables cannot be terminated.
g. Contact Authorities to determine the presence of any explosive or un exploded bombs, or upon finding any
suspected danger.
h. Investigate fall prevention methods to identify the presence of any abandoned wells or drainage systems
to prevent personnel from falling in it.
i. Ensure safe access to the right of way and maintain the permanent and temporary access roads in good
condition during construction activities.
j. Prevent sliding of materials along the slope.
k. Check Cover and secure all materials debris prior to its movement outside the site.
11. Environmental Requirements

Site Clearing, Topsoil Stripping and Grading shall be carried out in accordance with requirements as described in the
Contractor's Environmental Management and Monitoring Plan, taking into consideration the following precautions.
Site Disturbance:
a. Ensure that the site is kept in a tidy condition at all times and that all the waste generated by the works is
cleared from the site.
b. Do not bum combustible material arising from clearance on site without the written consent of the Engineer
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c. Switch off all vehicle engines when not in use to minimize combustion emissions. Collect and Dispose of
used chemicals and engine oils in appropriate containers, prohibiting their discharge to land or surface
waters.
d. Store all removable items which are to be preserved on site in a safe location and manner appropriate to
their nature.
e. Protect all trees, shrubs, walls, buildings and other items that are to be preserved from injury or damage.
f. Nesting birds are not to be disturbed as far as practicable.
g. Install all required drainage measures to prevent erosion and washout caused by surface water during times
of inclement weather conditions.
h. Disturbance beyond the Right of Way:
i.
j. Minimize disruption caused by clearing along tile route that passes through built up areas.
k. Prevent trespassing beyond the ROW for any personnel or equipment.
l. Avoid or minimize the land damage caused by the operation of vehicles.
m. Protect all Ecological areas or Archaeological sites from any damage.
n. Report any complaint by the public to the Community Relation Manager.
o. Public Roads Disturbance:
p. There shall be no unauthorized creation of access routes to otherwise inaccessible areas.
q. Reinstate any damage caused by construction traffic to roads,
r. Form shallow areas near entrance/exit at public roads for vehicles wheel washing before leaving the site.
s. Minimize he project footprint at the ROW and any access roads.
t. Water pollution:
u. Identify any watercourse surface or field drains that maybe affected by the work.
v. Do not strip soil up to tile edges at any watercourse, stream or drainage.
w. Do not discharge or allow water contaminated with silt to enter a watercourse or drain,
x. Consider surface water path once vegetation is cleared.
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Noise & Dust:

1. Check with residents or occupied premises that they are aware of the risk.
2. Keep noise to the lowest possible amounts and wear ear protection when necessary.
3. Use selective water sprays or other pertinent controls to minimize dust created during demolition and
loading activities causing hazardous to surrounding vicinity and works.
4. Put eye goggles and dust mask to avoid eye wound and dust inhalation.
12. Quality Control Requirements
Document the conformance of site construction through inspections, examinations and tests which serve as a
reference to the Quality Control, Monitoring, and Inspection Plan.
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13. RISK ASSESSMENT.
RISK ASSESSMENT MATRIX

RISK MATRIX CATEGORY DEFINITIONS (COLOR CODE)
CONSEQUENCE
RISK 5 4 3 2 1
Catastrophic High Medium Low Insignificant
MATRIX
10-
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LOW / ACCEPTABLE
JOB/TASK IS SAFE – GO AHEAD

Continue working using JSEA and Method of Control any
Statement. identified hazards.
Record and report new hazards and control actions are already taken prior commences work.
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Clearance, Grubbing and Topsoil Removal
CONSEQUENCE OF HAZARD
1- Minor injury or spill

2- Medical treatment, small contained spill
3- LTI, large contained spill
4- Permanent disability, small uncontained spill 5-
Fatality, large uncontained release
LIKELIHOOD OF HAZARD OCCURING
1- Not expected to occur

2- Unlikely to occur or may have occurred once in a lifetime
3- May occur sometime or happen once per year
4- Known to occur of happens once a month 5- Certain to occur or happens daily to weekly
CONTROL
IN ORDER OF PREFERENCE
ELIMINATE – azard / step

SUBSTITUTE for safer method
ENGINEER - m odify to make
safe ISOLATE – haz rd from
people
ADMINISTRAT VE MEASURES – signs, documentation
PPE – personal protective equipment
Job Steps Hazard identification Risk Control Measures RESID Action By
Ratin UAL Record
g RISK
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Step 1 Unidentified work 4 Site

Site Preparation location. M - Joint Site 2 Engineer
Inspection must be /Supervi
Unsafe work conducted by issuer,
location. L sor/Safe ty
permit receiver to
Officer
Lack of safety identify potential
Knowledge hazards and risks and
ensure to secure work
Injury permits prior to activity
- All safety
precautions and controls
must be implemented
prior any work.
- The work
location shall be
confirmed that it is safe
and free from any
hazards.
- Drawing shall
be marked with work
location.
- Conduct safety
orientation to all
employees
- Provide
Mandatory PPE and
monitor them for
wearing on site.
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Step 2 Construction Equipment 10 • Full use of PPE Site

Equipment at site to include Hi- 4 Engineer/
H • Viz Supervisor/
vest L Safety
• . Officer
All equipment shall
be inspected prior to
use at site. Be
aware of the
traffic roues inside the
work
site and make eye contact
with

any
construct
ion equipment.
All
Operators and workers
shall
be briefed about MEPI
in
• TBT’s and Daily pre
task
Briefings.
All workers shall be
MEPI
• trained and supervision
shall
be in place all the time.
Hard & s o f t
barriers an
d
• hazard warning signage
shall be provided.
Workers shall
• to rest
not allowed
under or
near any equipment.
Operator’s vision shall
not be
• blocked by curtains /
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Operators
• Shall use
side mirrors.
• Equipment’s shall
• light.
• signs shall
Warning
be posted. Equipment
have valid Saudi
license and TUV. All
plant and
equipment shall be
inspected
• have valid TUV.
and
Daily checklist shall
be filled by
operators to report
deficiencies.
Monthly
equip
ment
report shall be
documented by
MASCO project Safety
team.
Step 3. • Personal injury 12 • Ensure to wear Site Engineer

Clearing, Grubbing • Man, Machine Mandatory PPE 4 /Supervisor/Safe
H (Wear hard hats, ty Officer,
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& Top soil Removal interface/collision safety glasses L Operator

• Struck by/ Against with side shields,
• Heavy Equipment, and
steel-toe safety
• Flying Debris,
boots)
• Protruding Objects • Ensure to all
workers under
go relevant
training
• All equipment
certified and
hold RC Veri-
Fy sticker
• All Operator
competent and
certified
• No personal
working near to
moving
equipment
• Ensure to
conduct TBT
prior to activity
and documented.
• Wear reflective
hi-vis vests when
exposed to
vehicular traffic
• Isolate
equipment
swings areas
• Make eye
contact with
operators before
approaching
• Equipment
• Barricade or
enclose the work
area
• Restrict work
area entry to
authorized
personnel only
• during
construction
activities
•
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STEP 4 • Could suffer from back  Adequate number of Site Engineer/

Manual Handling pain and work -related First Aiders on site for 4 Supervisor/
upper body 12 the quantity of workers Safety Officer
disorder present. L
(WRULD) due H Emergency procedure &
to: locations of first aid kits
• Using incorrect clearly communicated.
handling • Clearly communicated &
• techniques when defined muster points.
cleaning at site) • Address and directions to
• Poor body position nearest Hospital
when working at displayed at all access &
site resulting in egress points.
poor posture. • Project emergency
• Individuals with health number distributed to all
conditions, employees and displayed
• previous back injuries at each work location.
etc. • Adequate number of
First Aiders on site for
• affecting ability to
the
safely handle
items
tasks being carried out.
HAZARDS WHICH ARE NOT TASK SPECIFIC
 Conditional Risks  Damage Site

 Sand Storm. to  Provide sufficient shelters areas with enclosed Enginee
surround sides for all employees r/
 Heat Stress
ing  All workers are to wear safety L 3
Supervi
 Dangerous Animal encounters 1 sor/
 property  glasses (Mandatory PPE).
- from 2  Actively monitor the local weather conditions Safety
L Officer
flying  Cease work during the storm.
materials H  Prepare for high winds by securing loose
. materials.
 Dust and  All workers are to take shelter during extreme
particles weather.
 entering  Workers are not allowed to work in direct sun light
employe from June 15 to Sep 15 between 12pm to 3pm.
es’ eyes  Workers shall be provided with adequate resting
 Dangero shelter if they will not go to camp.
us animal  ORS shall be distributed to workers during
bites. summer hours to maintain body temperature.
 Cold drinking water shall be available close to
 workers.
 Portable toilets shall be available at site.
 Environmental survey shall be carried out at site
indicating any possibilities of wild animal encounters.
If workers encounter any dangerous / wild animal
report to site safety / environment teams. - No worker
is allowed to kill any wild animals at site

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Emergency  Worker 8  Adequate number of First Aiders on site for the 4 All
Response (Site Injury quantity of workers present. Team
Wide).  Fire on M  locations of first aid kits clearly communicated. L Member
site s
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COMMUNICATION FORM
I, THE UNDERSIGNED HEREBY ACKNOWLEDGE THAT THIS JOB SAFETY ENVIRONMENTAL ANALYSIS HAS BEEN DISCUSSED WITH
ME AND THAT I UNDERSTAND THE CONTENTS AND THE RISKS INVOLVED IN THE TASK TO BE PERFORMED. I HAVE ALSO BEEN
INSTRUCTED ON THE SAFE METHODS TO PERFORM THIS TASK.
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3. PLANT AND EQUIPMENT

5. Site Clearance Work Methodology

Clearing and Grubbing

7. Remove unusable and hazardous materials accordingly to the following:

8. Backfill and compact the cavities of the surrounding ground.

6. Removal of Existing Structures

7. Topsoil Removal Method

2. Strip the topsoil to the subsoil level or as instructed by the Engineer.

3. Use tracked equipment such as a bulldozer.

Storing of topsoil shall be prohibited in the following areas:

• Within 5 meters of a watercourse or ditch.

8. Site Leveling & Grading Work Methodology

9. Project Risk Assessment

10. Health and Safety Requirements

b. Make sure that:

ii. Workers are trained and competent in their duties.

11. Environmental Requirements

Noise & Dust:

12. Quality Control Requirements

13. RISK ASSESSMENT.

RISK ASSESSMENT MATRIX

JOB/TASK IS SAFE – GO AHEAD

Clearance, Grubbing and Topsoil Removal

1- Minor injury or spill

LIKELIHOOD OF HAZARD OCCURING

1- Not expected to occur

ELIMINATE – azard / step

Step 1 Unidentified work 4 Site

Step 2 Construction Equipment 10 • Full use of PPE Site

Step 3. • Personal injury 12 • Ensure to wear Site Engineer

& Top soil Removal interface/collision safety glasses L Operator

STEP 4 • Could suffer from back  Adequate number of Site Engineer/

HAZARDS WHICH ARE NOT TASK SPECIFIC

 Conditional Risks  Damage Site

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