SONMAS CONSTRUCTION AND GENERAL DEALERS LIMITED

Specialized in General Supplying, Hardware, Building Construction, Electrical and Civil Works
Mpulungu Branch Lusaka branch Mbala branch
Box 420014 Plot 207
Mpulungu Kambendekela house F8
President avenue

Cell: +260977713691/0964264510
Email: masafwachisha@gmail.com
TPIN No.: 1000443764

METHOD STATEMENT
Company: SONMAS CONSTRUCTION & GENERAL DEALERS LTD
Activity Description: TENDER FOR THE CONSTRUCTION OF RADIOLOGY, LABORATORY AND MORTUARY
UNITS MINI HOSPITAL IN LUPOSOSHI CONSTITUENCY, LUPOSOSHI DISTRICT, NORTHERN PROVINCE

Date Compiled: 13th June, 2024

1. SCOPE

The scope of works to be carried out by Sonmas Construction & General Dealers Ltd comprises of Building works.
This Method Statement applies to all the building works, which includes ground preparation, setting out, backfilling, soil
compaction, reinforced concrete,blockwork, roof steelworks, roofing, metal work, plumbing, electricals, finishes and
associated external works, as per the project requirements with reference to the approved drawings and specifications.
Likewise, the Safety Plan integrated in this document describes the general safety instructions of the work processes,
providing rules and basic procedures necessary to eliminate or minimize potential dangers, causes of injuries, damages
and losses. It includes main procedures to ensure safety and quality of works.

The Scope of work includes;

Building Works

 Ground preparation  Blockwork / Brickwork

 Setting out  Structural steelworks
 Backfilling  Roofing
 Soil compaction  Plumbing
 Reinforcement steel works  Electricals
 Concrete works  Floor, Wall and ceiling finishes

External works
 Water Reticulation  Soil drainage / Storm water drainage works

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Reference Documents
…………………..Client’s Project Specifications
…………………..Relevant Project Approved For Construction (AFC) Drawings
…………………..Sonmas Construction & General Dealers Ltd Project Quality Plan
…………………..Sonmas Construction & General Dealers Ltd Field HSE Plan

2. PLANNING
The Sonmas Construction & General Dealers Ltd Appointed Supervisor and team shall confirm and pre- inspect
planned work area and determine exact location and positioning of work, tools and equipment required. Area
related hazards and Risks shall be identified and incorporated into the Daily Safety Talk Instructions (DSTI).
Specific required work permits shall be applied for from the Project permit issuer prior to any work taking place.
Responsible Supervisor / and SHE Officer shall

 go through the work areas with the responsible clients’ representative to ensure the work areas are correct
 ensure that only employees with valid inductions shall be able to do the tasks in question
 ensure that the minimum required PPE is worn. Hard hat, safety boots, reflective vest, safety glasses and
any other required PPE shall be used on site.

ROLES & RESPONSIBILITIES

The primary responsibility of carrying out all the activities mentioned in this procedure rests with the site- in-charge
unless mentioned otherwise.

Project Manager
Assess manpower, equipment or other resources required to ensure timely completion of the project. Monitor
availability of all materials as per schedule. Ensure that the drawings and documents are up to date and the latest
drawings are available and being utilized in the project site works.

Site Civil Engineer:

Responsible for the monitoring and implementing of works and ensuring activities are being executed in accordance
with the approved Project Quality Plan and requirements of the Contract Documents.

Safety Officer:
He shall responsible for providing support to Site Agent, advising on safe work procedures and coordinating with
maximum efficiency to minimize risks to personel, works, equipment and the environment. He shall prepare
comprehensive inspection reports for the equipment, tools, devices and machinery before use to ensure correct storage
and appropriate utilization.
He shall also be responsible for monitoring and implementation of safety related matters such as work permits, First
Aid, PPE, approval of diversions, according to the approved project HSE plan.

Head Foreman
Works shall be executed as per direction of the Head Foreman for all activities as the planned schedule to achieve
the planned targets. He shall also lead Trades men Supervisors to ensure works are executed as planned and to the
required quality standards.

Trades men
Only qualified personnel shall be used on site to ensure good workmanship and also to avoid / minimise harzards
during execution of works.

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3. INSPECTIONS
Site inspection / approval shall be in accordance with the clients approved Inspection and Test Plan for all activities in
addition to the Quality Control Procedures and Approved Project Quality Plan.

Work Permits
All necessary work permits shall be obtained prior to the commencement of any activity on site and shall remain valid
throughout the entire duration of the operations. Safety Barriers and Site sign boards will be installed prior to the work
commencement.

Quality Assurance
All inspections and tests shall be conducted in accordance with written test procedures as detailed in the Approved
Project Quality Plan and Inspection and Test Plan approved by client. Quality Control Audits will be done to ensure
that the deliverables are as per the requirements as defined. As built drawings, commissioning records and operation
and maintenance manuals will be prepared and issued to the Contract Administrator, prior to completion of the works.
Prior to handover of sections of works, we will carry out their own snagging of the works, with the aim of achieving
‘zero’ defects at practical completion.

Materials
Approval shall be obtained for all the materials with reference to Client’s preferred vendor list if provided, prior to
commencement of activities. Samples of materials shall be provided to the client for approval before procurement to
ensure adherence to the specifications. Material Inspection Requests (MIR) will be submitted to the client upon material
arrival on site.

Notice boards
 Notice boards will be placed and installed in common areas.
 The Notice board will display all the relevant safety, environmental, and quality documents for the project.
 Colour coding information for safe equipment and tools shall be displayed and updated on a monthly basis.

4. TOOLS, EQUIPMENT AND PERSONNEL

All equipment or tools brought to site shall be safe for use and will meet all statutory requirements applicable to these
tools or equipment. All personnel shall be suitably qualified to carry out the specific tasks.

HAND TOOLS
Shovel x Pick x Wheel barrow x Crowbar X

Broom x Rake x Spirit level x Trowel X

Hand float x Civil Brush x Square x G-Clamp
Hammer x Spanners x Shifting spanner x Screw driver
Spike Wedge x Pliers x Vice grip plier
Chisel x Stanley knife Hand Saw x Measuring tape x
Site cutter x Scraper x Scissor Tin snip x
Axe x Glass cutter x Cleaning brush x Paint roller x
Pipe Wrench x Socket set x Pop Rivet gun Silicon gun
Other:
FUEL DRIVEN EQUIPMENT
Wacker Drum compactor Generator x Pump
Concrete mixer x Chain saw Welding machine x Compressor x
Concrete cutter poker x compactor x
Other:

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PORTABLE ELECTRICAL EQUIPMENT & AIR TOOLS
Welding machine x 9-inch Grinder x 4.5-inch Grinder x Hammer Drilling Machine

Shooting Machine Grinding Machine Plaining Machine Multi meter x

Grinding Machine Portable lights Jig Saw Drilling machine

Sand Paper Dampy Level x Laser Level Tile cutters

Machine

Circular Saw Table Saw Breaker Fan

Impact wrench Generator 20KvA x Hoist Plainer
Pipe thread cutter Compressor x Electrical extension X Jack hammer (Electric)
Concrete Mixer x Jack hammer (Air)
Other:
GAS EQUIPMENT
Oxygen & Burner Blow torch CO2 Welding
Acetylene Set

Other:
HYDRAULIC
Jack Press Plate Cutter Wedge
Crimper

Other:
MOBILE PLANT
Mobile Crane Front end Loader Truck (SME) x Underground Machinery
Tower Crane Top Tipper Trucks LDV Water Testing kit
Rotation

Telescopic Handler Compactor X Dumper Self-Loading Concrete

/Manito Mixer
Mobile lift TLB Fuel Dispenser Compactors X
Forklift Excavator Water Truck People transporters X
Cherry Picker Grader Diesel Bowser Drill Rig
Scissor lift Bobcat Dumper Grader

Other:

PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT & CLOTHING (Applicable to task)

Hard hat X Safety Glasses (Clear) X Air hood Mining Hard hat (Lamp
fitting)
Hearing protection X Safety Glasses (Dark) X Chin strap Mining Belt
(Earplugs)
Hearing protection X Front flip Gas cutting Shoulder pads / Yoke Steel toe Gumboots
(Ear muffs) goggles

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 Dust mask X Double eye protection X Apron x One-piece Mining
(Face shield and safety overhaul (Reflective)
glasses)
Respirator Welding Hat x
Spats
Overhaul Knee pads Safety harness x
High visibility vest X Shin guards
Gloves X
Other:
CONSTRUCTION EQUIPMENT (Applicable to task)
Scaffolds x Barricading X Screen Lighting tackle
Ladder x Lifeline X Fire Blanket Slings (Wire Rope)
Shuttering x Sala Block Protection Netting Sling (Webbing)
Trestle Work bench Support jacks Endless round sling
Cable rollers Pumping Machine Flammable store Chain sling

Trolley Jack Hoist Drip tray Shackles

Cable drum trestle Water Tank x Hazardous chemical Chain block

storage

Other:

TEAM MEMBERS:
Project Manager X Welder X First aider X Steel fixer X
Safety Officer X Flagman Height rescuer x Concrete hand X
SHE REP X Spotter Driver X
Supervisor X Rigger assistant X Crane operator
Foreman x General worker X Drill rig operator
Rigger X Cable puller Mechanic X
Metal fabricator Fire Spotter Steel erector
Plumber x Cleaner X Sheeter
Electrician X Fire fighter Shutter hand X
Other:

5. METHOD STATEMENT
Methodology: Work Procedures and Control Measures for Construction Work

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The work will be supervised and monitored at all times by a competent supervisor, all work to be carried out in
accordance with the risk assessment construction phase plan in place and other EHS management documents in
place. Only authorised personnel will be allowed access to the work area, all personnel, and appropriate signage will
be suitably displayed around the work areas. Interim and Final Inspections shall be conducted to ensure quality
assurance.

All necessary permits (as applicable) shall be obtained before commencing any work. The approved Project Quality
Plan (PQP) and EHS management documents shall be used to guide work procedures on site.

Site Access and Setting out

Vehicular and pedestrian access to the site will be from the existing main road into the site. Delivery vehicles will be
provided with directions to the site and be required to turn off engines to avoid nuisance upon arrival and at sensitive
times.
A delivery vehicle lay-by and wash down area will be provided at the entrance of the site compound. Delivery constraints
will be identified to all suppliers and trade contractors. Deliveries of materials, plant and equipment will be strictly
controlled and co-ordinated to prevent congestion and disruption to traffic using the existing roads.
Excavations for structures shall be set out as indicated on approved construction drawings. All setting out shall be done
from benchmarks provided by the client as per project document. Additional local benchmarks will be established by
the Sonmas Construction & General Dealers Ltd in the area and shall be set verified by client surveyor prior to use.
The surveyor will set-out all relevant centre lines and coordinates as required to start with the setting out of the
foundations.

Storage and Handling

The contractor’s site area will provide the storage area for all plant and materials delivered to site. Materials will be
stored within the building, ready for the finishing trades, once works have been completed.
More vulnerable materials/equipment will be stored in the secure containers, shown the site plan, or programmed on
to site to be incorporated directly into the construction.

Waste Management
A waste removal strategy will be developed during the pre-commencement period. This strategy will be incorporated
within all trade contractor orders. For tender purposes we propose that rubbish skips will be provided within the
contractor’s site area, which will be removed and replaced on a regular basis. All trade contractors will be required to
transport and deposit their rubbish within this provision.
Site Waste Management Plans (SWMP’s) are required for all projects and will be done in accordance with ZEMA
requirements. We are also working towards better understanding waste management so the volume of waste to be
disposed is reduced and segregation enables as much as possible to be recycled. The site will be kept clean and tidy
at all times in accord with any statutory requirements. Burning or coking on site shall not be allowed.
Particular attention will be given to preventing the contamination of adjoining roadways and existing water courses.

Scaffolding
Conventional scaffolding, where required, will be independent with boarded lifts to suit the nature, location and type of
the particular operations.
All scaffolding will be securely tied to the structure and will include suitable ladder access. Scaffolding will be provided,
erected and maintained in accordance with all current statutory regulations. In addition brick guards will be provided
on the ‘live’ lifts. Suitable guard railing will be utilized to prevent falling from unprotected edges of the excavations,
upper floors and staircases as applicable. No person other than certified competent scaffolder’s will be permitted to
erect, alter, adapt or dismantle any conventional scaffolding.

Temporary Services
 240v power will be utilized throughout the construction site.

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 Water will be provided direct from the available drawing points for use in the welfare facilities and works in water
bowsers.
 Temporary drainage will be constructed to avoid ponding and mud on the site. This will be channeled to a dug pit.
 Mobile telecommunication will be used and an electronic data transfer facility will be provided to the site offices for
communication.

Manual handling
All manual handling will be minimized through the provision of mechanical aids where practicable where possible of
materials will be supplied in loads under 25kg operatives are not expected to handle loads any items weighing more
than 25kg on the site without assistance. If items above 25kg are to be lifted or unusual unstable or hazardous items,
the site agent will determine a safe method of handling through completing a risk assessment and specifically instruct
nominated individuals. Any items items or loads above 25kg to be handled through mechanical aids or team lifting.
Appropriate PPE will be worn to make sure that materials can be handled safely e.g gloves and safety footwear.

Fire prevention
All current legislation and codes of practice regarding fire prevention will be complied with all hot work will be controlled
through the use of permit to work system. Prior to the commencement of any work that may involve pressurized
containers will be removed from the immediate vicinity, and any works that could create a fire suitable portable
firefighting equipment will be positioned accordingly. Upon completion of any work which may have given rise to the
risk of fire the area will be checked and left in a clean condition. A 1-hour fire check will be in place for all hot work.

Health and safety

All occupational health and safety regulations shall be observed. An EHS Officer shall organize and control all Health
and Safety issues on site during the construction period. He shall carry out site inductions to all personnel on site.
All personnel on site shall be equipped and should be wearing the following:

 Safety helmets
 Safety shoes
 Ear plugs/ear muffs
 Wet weather protection wear
Sun protection

Practical steps during site operations shall include:

 provision of safety barriers and signage provided to prevent unauthorised access and ensure the
safety of the public and site staff.
 For all works, labourers are to wear appropriate protective equipment at all times while on site.

Accident Reporting
All accidents will be reported to the site authority. An accident means any injury to personnel, damage to property or
event which may have led to such an occurrence. Sonmas Construction & General Dealers Ltd will investigate all
accidents that occur and expect the cooperation of the managing site authority and employees in ascertaining the true
cause in an effort to prevent a similar accident. Accidents and dangerous occurrences must be reported in accordance
with Report of Injury, Disease or Dangerous Occurrences Regulation 1995. All workers are to adhere to any instructions
given by the Health & Safety Officer and Architect. All equipment used is to be certified, suitable for the job and
adequately maintained.

Health And Safety/Environmental Rounds

Health and safety/environment rounds shall be carried out regularly on suitable intervals in all buildings, plant and
working areas. The (internal) inspection made by EHS expert (health and safety/environment officer) and personnel
responsible for the work activities shall attend the rounds. The rounds and all non-conformances and findings must

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be documented. Related to the corrective actions - action plan must be drawn up and the responsible persons,
priorities and deadlines should be determined. After the deadlines the fulfilments regularly must be rechecked.

Personal Protective Equipment / Inspection of PPE, tools, power tools and mobiles equipment (machines)
1. The site induction must detail exactly what PPE is required to be worn and where. The site PPE requirements shall
be displayed on the site notice board at the entrance to the site.
2. All personnel on site shall at all times wear safety boots.
3. All personnel on site shall wear a hard hat when over-head work is performed, or where overhead risks exist on
any part of the site.
4. High visibility vests/tabards or jackets shall be worn by all those on site, to ensure visibility.
5. Risk assessment shall identify if any additional PPE is required, such as protection goggles, ear
protection, respiratory protection, overalls, gloves and kneepads etc. If so it shall be provided and worn.
6. Adequate supplies of personal protective equipment (PPE) shall be made available on site for visitors.

Supervisors to ensure all employees’ PPE is inspected before work begins. Any employee with defective PPE is not
allowed to work until new PPE is issued. No tools or equipment is to be used if it has not been inspected, colour
coded and placed on register. No defective tools or equipment is to be used on site.

Training
All operatives shall be adequately trained and experienced enough to carry out required tasks.

6.0 BUILDING WORKS

Cutting Trees
Sonmas Construction & General Dealers Ltd shall seek for approval from Architect / Engineer before cutting and / or
prunning any trees or shrubs.

Excavations
Excavation permit shall be obtained from the client. No excavation shall take place without excavation permit.
Existing services close to excavation area shall be barricaded to avoid damages. Sonmas Construction & General
Dealers Ltd shall ensure no damage to existing paving and services during excavation activities. We shall ensure
that no plant shall drive too close to existing services to avoid damage. Areas to be excavated shall be clearly
marked prior to excavation. Risk assessments shall be reviewed with all employees and Daily Safety Task
Inspection shall be completed outlining hazards and risks associated with the particular activity, before work
commences. Should Sonmas Construction & General Dealers Ltd consider material below the finished level of
an excavation unsuitable he shall notify the Client engineer in writing. Any difference in the quantity of work actually
executed under such instructions and that provided in the Bills of Quantities shall be measured and valued by the
Surveyor as a Variation under the relevant Conditions of Contract.

The depth of excavation shall be coordinated by the foreman / surveyor during excavation to avoid over excavating.
Excavation levels shall be done as per approved construction drawings unless instructed otherwise by client engineer.
All excavated material shall be carted away to stockpile area designated by Client engineer. Restricted excavations
shall be done with care to avoid damaging adjacent structures or services. Where possible damage is at risk, hand
excavation shall be used. When stable bottoms to the excavations have been reached, we shall report to the
Architect/Engineer for inspection and approval before proceeding with other works. The excavations shall be kept
vertical and free of loose materials, mud and water.

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Earthworks
The bottoms of excavations, shall be compacted to the specified MODAASHTO density. Backfilling material shall
be tested and results submitted to client engineer for approval prior to backfilling. A compactor shall be used to
compact each layer to required density. During compaction, loss of moisture by evaporation shall be corrected by
further light application of water. All backfill material shall be imported away from site. Hardcore materials shall be
free from all weeds, roots, vegetable soil, clay, black cotton soil or other unstable materials. Hardcore filling is to
be laid in layerseach of a consolidated thickness not exceeding 250 mm. Each layer shall be compacted by at
least 8 passes of a 10 tonne smooth-wheeled roller or a 2 tonne vibrating roller until all movement ceases.
Sufficient water is to be added to obtain maximum compaction to the Architect's approval. To each layer, a 25
mm thick layer of sand complying with the specification for fine aggregate for concrete shall be spread over the
surface and forced into the hardcore by the use of a vibrating roller weighing not less than 2 tonnes.

Water Proofing
All waterproofing works shall be executed as specified on drawings. DPM Joints in sheeting shall be treble folded
with 150mm fold and taped at 300 mm intervals with 50 mm wide black plastic adhesive tape. The sheeting shall
not be stretched but shall be laid loose with sufficient wrinkles to permit shrinkage up to 15%. All concrete water
proofing works shall be laid as guided by the manufacturers instructions and project specifications.

Reinforcement (Steel Fixing)

Steel fixing will be done in conjunction with the formwork to the structures. All steel fixing will be done according to the
Engineer’s design / bending schedules. Reinforcement will be prefixed at a designated fixing section by a steel fixing
crew. The foreman / supervisor will ensure that reinforcement be spiced correctly to obtain required lap lengths. He
shall also ensure sufficient cover, between top of concrete level and reinforcement, at the top of the beams, is provided.
Steel fixing will be completed before formwork boxes are closed. The client engineer will do an open box inspection to
ensure the reinforcement is placed according to the specs.

Concrete
Pre-concrete and Post-concrete inspections shall be done for quality assurance purposes.On approval of the pre-
concrete inspection, concrete mixed according to the specified mix design, will be cast to complete the structures. We
shall ensure that all the fine and course aggregates used in concrete comply with the specifications.

Concrete will be adequately vibrated using appropriate pokers. A standby poker shall be on site in case of breakdowns.
All levels shall be verified before commencing with concrete casting. Care will be taken to ensure post concrete curing
of structures is done to avoid the effects of dry winds and hot weather, in accordance with the specifications. All
operators handling vibrators will be trained in their operation properly

All necessary arrangements for the sampling & testing of fresh & hardened concrete will be done in accordance with
the BS 1881. Slump tests shall be done on concrete before placement and Crushing tests will be carried out on
concrete cubes formed in 150mm molds. One set of cubes crushed at 7 days & other at 28 days will be done to
maintain the quality of work. Particular care will be taken to ensure that the test cubes are stored under uniform
conditions & during any transit between site & laboratory.

A record of all tests done including those on aggregates, cement and test cubes shall be kept on site, identifying the
tests with the part of the work to which they relate and a record shallalso be kept showing the time and date of placing
the concrete to each portion of work. This information shall at all times be available to the Architect/Engineer.

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Formwork
All formwork shall be designed and constructed that the concrete can be properly placed, and thoroughly compacted
and that the hardened concrete while still supported by the forms shall conform accurately to the required shape,
position and level, subject to the specifications and required standards of finish specified.
When concrete is being vibrated, special care will be taken to maintain the stability of the formwork and the tightness
of the joints during vibrating operations.
Before soffit forms and props are removed, the concrete shall be exposed by removal of side formwork as instructed
by the Architect/Engineer in order to ensure that it has sufficiently hardened. All formwork shall be removed without
damage to the concrete and this shall be upon getting approval from Architect/Engineer to proceed with removal.
The use of mould oil or other material to facilitate this shall be subject to the approval of the Architect/Engineer.

Blockwork / Brickwork
Sonmas Construction & General Dealers Ltd shall ensure that all hollow or solid concrete blocks comply with B.S.
2028, Type 'A' and with C.P. 111: Part 2, of minimum crushing strength of 3.5 Newtons per square millimetre, and
must be obtained from an approved manufacturer, equal to samples deposited with and approved by the
Architect/Engineer.
Concrete block walling described as load-bearing shall have a minimum crushing strength of 7.0 Newtons per square
millimetre.
All concrete blocks shall have been cured for a minimum period of four weeks before use. Testing of blocks shall be
carried at the Ministry of Works Materials Testing Laboratory.

Approved brickforce, shall be embedded in the walls as specified. Chasing of walls for laying electrical and / or
plumbing shall only be done upon approval by Architect/Engineer.

We shall use Cement mortar consisting of one part of Portland cement, to four parts of sand by volume, unless
otherwise stated by Architect /Engineer.
All mortar shall be thoroughly mixed to a uniform consistency with only sufficient water to obtain a plastic condition
suitable for trowelling. Mortar that has commenced to set shall not used or remixed for use on site.
Damp-proof courses shall be bituminous felt B.S. 743, free from tears and holes, and shall be laid with 150 mm
minimum laps.

Roofing
The method of fixing of roofing sheets shall be in accordance with the written instructions of an approved
manufacturer. Samples shall be provided for approval before sheets are procured. During installation process, the
weather conditions shall be considered, such as wind, rain to avoid injuries and damage to materials and property.

Structural spider trusses

The steel structure framework for spider trusses shall be done in accordance with the detailed drawings. All materials
to be used shall be new and of quality and kind specified on the drawings. All members shall be offered for inspection
at workshop before and after priming. Marking of members shall be done to ease the erection process.

Plastering
All screeds and pavings shall be finished with steel and wood floats as required, truly level, unless otherwise
specified.

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Rendering and plastering shall be finished plumb, square, smooth, hard and even, and junctions between surfaces
shall be perfectly true, straight and square.
All surfaces to be paved or plastered shall be brushed clean and well wetted before each layer is applied. All cement
pavings and plaster shall be kept continually damp in the interval between application and shal be cured for at least
seven days after the applicationt. We shall prepare samples minimum one square metre of each of the screeds,
pavings and plastering for the approval of the Architect/Engineer, after which all work executed shall have to conform
with the approved samples.

Glazing
We shall use glass complying with B.S. 952, free from flaws, bubbles, specks and other imperfections. All
glass panes shall be cut to sizes to fit the openings with not more than 1.5 mm play all round. All broken, scratched
or cracked glass panes shall be removed to the satisfaction of the Architect/Engineer. Glass panes shall be cleaned
inside and out with an approved cleaner.

Plumbing / Sewer
The works shall be carried out strictly in accordance with By-laws of the Local Authority, and applicable British
Standards and Codes of Practice. The Working Drawings and Architect/Engineer's Instructions shall also be adhered
to when executing the works. The working drawings shall be red-lined, in case of approved deviations, and these
shall be filed for reference. Any chasing in walls shall only be done after clear marking and approval by
Architect/Engineer. Where pipes are laid underground or cast in concrete, galvanised mild steel tubing shall be
protected by "Densotape" or similar, wound on at least two layers thick, or given two coats of approved bitumen. The
minimum earth cover to underground tubing shall be 450 mm.

All hot and cold water installations shall, if nothing else is specified, be tested to 1.5 times normal working pressure,
minimum 4 Kg/cm square. Sterilisation of pipework shall be carried out strictly in accordance with C.P. 310 : 1965.
We shall ensure that before any supply pipe is concealed (i.e. into blockwork or under slabs or under ground), all
testing procecedures will have been done and all inspections done and approved. Sewer pipes shall be tested during
laying - using air test only, after laying and placing concrete if any but before backfilling and finally after backfilling has
been completed. The individual tests required shall be in accordance with specification and instructions from
Architect/Engineer.
Samples of materials shall be submitted to the Architect/Engineer for approval before placing orders.

Electricals
We shall ensure that materials supplied comply with the appropriate British/Zambian Standards unless otherwise
specified by the Architect/Engineer and shall be electrically and mechanically suitable for the purpose for which they
are employed. Before working on existing electrical networks, we shall obtain a ‘ Permit to work’ from the Electricity
Supply Authority ‘Authorised person’ who is responsible for the net work in that area. Only qualified and experienced
personnel shall be used.
Any chasing in walls shall only be done after clear marking and approval by Architect/Engineer. On completion of all
installation and reticulation works, we shall test the work and apparatus as a whole and section by section. After
getting satisfied that all work has been completed in accordance with the Specification, Drawings and Regulations,
we shall request the Electricity Supply undertaking to carry out acceptance tests on the installation and/or reticulation.
On acceptance of the work by the Supply Authority, we shall complete and sign the current Supply Authority test
Certificate, endorsed by the Supply Authority, and submit it to the Architect/Engineer.

Painting and decorating

We shall ensure that all other trades are completed and awayfrom the area to be painted, when painting begins.

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Before painting, all concrete and mortar droppings and the like shall be removed from all work to be decorated.All
plaster, metal, wood or other surfaces which are to receive finishes of paint, stain, polish, distemper orpaintwork of
any description are to be carefully inspected before we commence work.
All materials are to be of the best quality and shall be of an approved proprietary brand selected from the latest
Schedule of Approved Paints issued by the Ministry of Works and Supply.
All materials to be applied externally shall be of exterior quality and/or recommended by the manufacturers for
external use.
All materials shall be delivered on site intact in the original sealed drums or tins and shall be mixed and applied
strictly in accordance with the manufacturers' instructions and to the approval of the Architect/Engineer.
Colour cards of all paints, etc., shall be submitted to, and samples prepared for approval of the Architect/Engineer
before laying on, and such samples, when approved, shall become the standard for work.
The methods for application of paint shall be as agreed with the Architect/Engineer.

Item Clear and detailed description of task – Step by step

Number
1. Pre start
Tool box talk (TBT): Ensure that all employees involve with this task must be present for TBT. TBT to
be conducted by the EHS officer prior to work commencement
2. Communicate safe work procedure to the workforce: Effective communication
between all levels of workers

3. Inspection of PPE, tools, power tools and mobiles equipment (machines): Supervisor to ensure
all employees PPE is inspected and tools and equipment before work begins. Any employee with
defective PPE is not allowed to work until new PPE is issued
4. Prepare safe working
Area and machines: Install barrication around the site to restrict access to site
5. Manual handling: EHS Officer and Supervisors must take control and ensure that a safe working
condition in place before, during and after task
6. Housekeeping: Site tidiness maintained by cleaning up throught out the project
period

7. EMERGENCY PREPAREDNESS - Task specific emergency preparedness and response shall be

implemented as follows-

 No person shall work at heights if not competent, medically and psychologically fit and unauthorized to work
at heights.
 No person shall work at heights if he is alone.
 Emergency Contact numbers to be displayed on Notice Board.
 Height rescue emergency response team with relevant rescue equipment is to be on site readily available
during all elevated works (Where possibility exists to fall 1.8 meter or more). Monthly emergency drills will be
pre-arranged, approval and supervised by client.
 Compliance with fall protection plan and Client Working at height Procedures will be enforced at all time.

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Emergency Plan

Sonmas Construction & General Dealers Ltd will be prepared for emergencies that may occur during working at
heights. Due to increased risks from working at heights, we shall plan on what to do when an emergency occurs and
how to respond to that emergency. Other considerations to include in the emergency plan, include but not limited to:
 Providing a rapid and effective rescue where employees working at height have activated fall protection systems,
rescue equipment shall be available to retrieve employees as any delay might have severe consequences;
 Providing first aid response to employees who have been rescued from height to prevent possible suspension
trauma;
 Appointing emergency response personnel who can take charge and make decisions on behalf of the Sonmas
Construction & General Dealers Ltd during an emergency and liaise with emergency services;
 Employees shall be trained in emergency response, including information of first aid arrangements and where first-
aiders, first aid equipment and facilities are located;
 Employees are appointed as first-aiders and available at each location and on each working shift.

Training and Exercises

Workers and visitors on site will be given comprehensive training and orientation on the overall scope of emergency
planning and specific training on procedures and policies that are important to their assigned duties. Periodic training,
drills and exercises will be conducted to maintain staff proficiency in the emergency plan and it’s implementing
procedures.

Executive Response Team Contacts

Table: Response Team Contacts.

ROLE ASSIGNED STAFF INCLUDING CONTACT DETAILS (PHONE & EMAIL)

SHADOW
Executive Response Primary - CEO
Controller

Operations TBA

HR and Wellbeing Officer TBA

Emergency equipment (Applicable to task)

Emergency contact X Height rescue kit x Fire extinguisher X Life jacket
numbers
First aid box X Spill kit BA Set Life Buoy
Stretcher x
Blanket x
Other:

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8. CLOSEOUT
No lose objects shall be left on elevated levels during and after work. Area supervisor to perform an end of shift
inspection to ensure proper stacking and storage as well as proper housekeeping. All tools, equipment and PPE to be
properly stored during lunch breaks and end of shift as to avoid damage to critical equipment or equipment theft. All
tools are to be removed from work areas and locked away at end of shift. Supervisor to complete DSTI closeout section
after post work area inspection and hand closed out DSTI to EHS Officer for record keeping.

Additional close out controls:

Housekeeping
All good practice guidelines regarding housekeeping in the workplace will be observed. All work equipment and
materials shall be properly secured when they are not in use so as to prevent any unauthorized usage or accidental
contact. During the works the area will so far as is reasonably practicable be kept clean and tidy with clear walkways
as appropriate.

Incident Report
All incidents to be reported, positive safety observations enhanced and near-misses to serve as learning material for
the future. Sonmas Construction & General Dealers Ltd has a process of collecting safety data from our organization
to recognize the root causes of incidents and learn how to prevent them in the future. We systematically analyse and
identify lessons learned and best practices from incidents, near misses and audit findings. Investigation of safety
incidents and near misses identify any potential underlying causes and define corrective actions and effective control
measures to prevent a similar incident from recurring.
Type of Incidents
• Near miss
• Accident
• Safety Observation
• Environment incident
• Quality incident

Monitoring And Compliance

Management will monitor and enforce this method statement by periodic audits and visits to site, throughout the
whole duration of the project. Frequency of such visits determined by the requirements of the client and/or by the
complexity and the level of assessed risks. Regular monitoring and review of work practices ensures that tasks will
be completed safely.
NB: This document will be updated and modified to reflect possible changes in the working procedures, risks,
or other relevant changes

– Project Manager:

______________________ _______________
Name & Surname Sign Approval Date:

– Contractor SHE Representative:

______________________ _______________
Name & Surname Sign Approval Date:

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 – Contractor SHE Officer:
______________________ _______________
Name & Surname Sign Approval Date:

– Client Discipline Supervisor:

______________________ _______________
Name & Surname Sign Approval Date:

– Other:
______________________ _______________

Name & Surname Sign Approval Date:

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