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Irrigation and Water Supply Scheme
Conveyor 800 Construction Method - Site Clearance
Contents
1. Introduction .................................................................................................................................................. 2
2. Scope ................................................................................................................................................................ 2
3. Definitions...................................................................................................................................................... 2
4. Responsibilities............................................................................................................................................ 2
5. Methodology ................................................................................................................................................. 3
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Hydro Agricultural Development of South Lebanon Water Resources & Development Co.S.a.r.l
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Conveyor 800 Construction Method - Site Clearance
Site Clearance
1. Introduction
The purpose of this procedure is to outline the Site clearance, Grubbing and Topsoil removal
in respect to Hydro Agricultural Development of South Lebanon Irrigation and Water Supply
Scheme CONVEYOR 800 Project.
The detailed guide will provide the clear steps undertaken to complete the process of the site
clearance activities in a safe, systematic and efficient manner in compliance to the statutory
and environmental requirements.
2. Scope
The procedure will include the removal and disposal of all plants, equipment, components,
materials, waste, existing structures and topsoil stripping and grading, prior to the initiation
of the earthworks and structural works within the boundary of the construction of the Qelia
Canal, including the 80 m long connection to the Yohmor Tunnel, the Intake Structure, the
Intermediate Regulator, the Canal End Structure, vehicle and pedestrian bridges,
maintenance roads, siphons and earth embankment reservoirs.
The above works may also be alternatively applicable to areas outside the site of work
mentioned above (Borrow pits and Disposal areas).
3. Definitions
The following words will be explained in the Definition Manual:
Canopy (overhang of trees)
Flume pipe (to be installed in small watercourses to allow free flow under the running
track)
Regional Directorate of Forest Affairs
All other terms used in the development of this procedure are defined in Item Specifications.
4. 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.
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The site manager is responsible for induction, briefing and advising of all personnel and site
visitors.
5. Methodology
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 the ROW that may
impose danger to the constructions.
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Complete the diversion before the original drain is cut minimizing the
interruptions to its operation.
Ensure that the free flow of water through the flume pipes is maintained
throughout the project and that discharging location is suitable and agreed by
the Engineer.
Make sure that fill material used to make up the grade level of the flume pipe
does not spill into the watercourse and blocks the channel.
5. Ensure the following steps are undertaken where cables and underground services
are detected:
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Use cable detector and/or hand excavation (Trial Holes) where the presence of
a cable is suspected.
Inform the Engineer immediately of the presence of any telephone or
electricity cables that require moving and contact the relevant authority to
arrange the work accordingly.
Mark clearly any underground services indicating the service details and
depth.
Do not precede with site clearance operations at electric pole or below
overhead cable until the cables and poles have been abandoned.
5.3 Topsoil
1. Establish survey markers to identify the working area in which the removal of topsoil
is required.
2. Strip the topsoil to subsoil level or as instructed by the Engineer.
3. Use tracked equipment such as bulldozer.
4. Dispose and Stockpile the topsoil separately from subsoil or other excavated material
for subsequent re-use in covering the required areas.
Ensure that sufficient material for this purpose is preserved.
5. Place the topsoil in piles at locations shown on drawings or approved by the
Engineer.
Storing of topsoil shall be prohibited in the following areas:
6. Risk Assessment
Works shall be carried out in line with the issued Health and Safety, Control, Monitoring and
Inspection Plan.
Risk Assessment sheet of each activity shall be prepared by our specialist before
commencing any activity.
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Health, Safety and Environment Plan will be provided at site to ensure smooth running of
works in safe manner, taking into consideration the following precautions:
1. Ensure that all safety precautions and recommendations outlined in the Risk
Assessments have been applied.
2. Make sure that:
All personnel including Third Parties are safety inducted prior to site entry.
Workers are trained and competent in their duties.
Operators are qualified, hold license for machine operation and trained in the
maintenance of machinery.
All tools and equipment are in safe and good conditions.
3. Provide Frist Aide Facility on working Site in case of minor injury treatment.
4. Arrange for all personnel the pertinent Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
including 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 vicinity of the road or nearby the
excavator or other heavy machines).
5. Place warning signs, barricades, lightings or fences at relevant locations such as:
Critical excavations
Pedestrian crossings
Main roads where traffic flow is disturbed by work - Use signalmen wearing
high visibly clothes to arrange traffic.
Demolition areas - Produce structural engineer assessment to ensure a safe
demolition process.
6. 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 of
work when such cables cannot be terminated.
7. Contact Authorities to determine the presence of any explosive or unexploded bombs,
or upon finding any suspected danger.
8. Investigate fall prevention method to identify the presence of any abandoned wells or
drainage systems to prevent personals from falling in it.
9. Ensure safe access to the Canal ROW and maintain the permanent and temporary
access roads in a good condition during construction activities.
10. Prevent sliding of materials along the slope.
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11. Check, Cover and Secure all materials debris prior to its movement outside the site.
8. Environmental Requirements
ROW 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.
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Site Engineer: 01
Supervisor: 01
Flagman: 01
Operators: 05
10.2 Equipment/Machinery Required:
Bulldozer: 01
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Crawler loader: 01
Excavator: 01
Dump Trucks: 02
The major equipment used in for site clearance works include, but are not limited to the
above.
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