Method Statement of Waterway Surge Shaft Sinking

Trung Hieu Construction Joint Stock Company
Nam Long 2 hydropower project
METHOD STATEMENT
FOR
SURGE SHAFT SINKING
Waterway Excavation Method statement for surge shaft sinking

CONTENT
METHOD STATEMENT FOR SURGE SHAFT Page
SINKING
1. General 3
2. Scope of Work 3
3. Reference Documents 3
4. Materials 4
5. Major Equipment and Tools 4
6. Work Procedure 4
7. Ventilation 13
8. Illumination/Lighting 13
9. Dewatering 14
10. Quality Assurance 14
11. Monitoring 14
12. Health and Safety 15
13. Environmental Management 19
14. Appendix 22
 Location of Surge Shaft
 Reference Design Drawings
 Typical Excavation Profiles for
Surge Shaft Sinking
 Typical Drilling Pattern
 Typical Rock Bolt Installation
 Sedimentation Tank Drawing and
Details
 Work Procedure Diagram
 Inspection and Test Plan

Method Statement
For
Surge Shaft Sinking
1. General
Part of the underground waterways of the Nam L o n g 2 Project, is the excavation of a
shaft, the Surge shaft. The surge shaft is situated on the end of the headrace tunnel. Its vertical
axis (ST) is 72.44 meters from the axis of the headrace tunnel (MT). The surge shaft will
dissipate pressure transients in the tunnel during start-up and load rejection operation of the
power station.
2. Scope of Work
The scope of work will be:
a. Rock excavation of the surge shaft.
b. Installation of necessary ground support to excavation
c. Concrete lining and grouting of the shaft excavation
d. Installation of related civil structures and mechanical equipment
e. Associated ventilation and lighting work.
3. Reference Documents
Document No : TH-NL2-DD-WW-01
Description : Detailed Design of Waterway
Document No. : TH-NL2-SM-QCP-01
Description : Quality Control Plan
Document No : TH-NL2-SM-EHS-01
Description : Construction Enviromental Health Safety Plan
Document No : TH-NL2-MS-SvC-01
Description : Method statement of Survey for construction
4. Major Materials and Supplies
Item Description Use

1 Steel Ribs HEB 200 Support from Portal
2 Rock bolt , Friction Type Rock support as applicable

3 Cement Shotcrete and concrete production
4 Sand Shotcrete and concrete production
5 Coarse Aggregate Shotcrete and concrete production
6 Steel Wire mesh Rock Support
7 Admixtures Shotcrete and concrete Admixture
8 NONEL Long Period Delay Blasting
Detonators

Item Description Use

9 Emulsion dynamites 3 2 mm Ø x 300 Blasting
mm.
10 Emulsion dynamite 25 mm Ø x 200 Blasting (smooth blasting)
mm.
11 Electric Detonator Blast Initiation
12 Blasting Wire Blast Initiation
5. Major Equipment and Tools
Item Description No. Activity

1 Drill machine 2 Drilling and rock bolting
2 Air Compressor. 2 Compressed air supply
3 Generator 1 Electrical power supply
4 Breaker. 2 Scaling and Trimming
5 Hydraulic excavator 2 Mucking
6 Wheel Loader 2 Mucking
7 Dump Truck 4 Spoil Disposal
8 Shotcreting machine 2 Shotcrete application
9 Concrete Mixer Truck 4 Shotcrete/Concrete Delivery
10 Boring Machine 2 Pilot Raise Boring
11 Ventilation Fan 4 Ventilation
12 Concrete Pump 2 Concreting
13 Accelerator Dosing pump 3 Shotcrete Application
14 Friction Bolt Pump 4 Rockbolting
15 Blasting Machine 6 Blasting
16 Scaffold set 1 Various shaft works
17 Hoist and accessories 1 Hoisting and lowering
18 Pick up 4x4 1 Service car
6. Work Procedure
6.1. Preparation
Prior to starting the excavation and construction work, the necessary plant, equipment,
materials and supplies needed to start the works will be at the site. The necessary temporary
facilities will be laid out on site, proximate to the work area as possible.

6.2. Survey and Setting out

The shaft location, centerline and alignment, and elevation will be established by survey, in
accordance with the design as indicated in the layout plan and typical cross sections of the
reference drawings.
6.3. Shaft Excavation and Construction

Construction of the shafts will be done in two stages. The first stage will be the drilling of a
pilot bore, and the second stage will be the widening of the pilot bore to the designed
excavation limit and casting the concrete lining. The pilot bore will have a final diameter of
1.5 meter.
Prior to pilot hole drilling starting, the open excavation will be done at elevation 684.00 m to
prepare the staging area and platform for the shaft excavation.
The first segment from 684.00m to 682.50m, the shaft is large and shadow, so an use excavator
like the open excavation methods.
The second segment from 682.50m to 673.00m, the shaft sinked in to soil, the sinking method
will like the figures bellow:
Fabriate the frame, leng 3m, radial 2.95m like bellow:
Exavation:


Installation of reinforcement frame:


Corollary to this activity, the excavation of the shaft bottom from the Headrace tunnel will be
done.

6.3.1. Pilot Hole

Preparation
Work will involve the ground preparation and excavation work and the provision of
the necessary facilities for the pilot bore drlling.
The digging of headrace tunel from the position of the surge shaft bottom to the
Adit 2 will becomplete.

Survey and Setting out

Survey to set out and mark location, centerline, and elevation of the pilot bore,after
which the boring machine will be set. The pilot bore will be set along the axis of
the shaft.
Survey will establish prior to drilling pilot hole.
Drilling of Pilot Hole

Drilling of the pilot hole will be done until breakthrough with the designed shaft
bottom excavation.
Cuttings from the pilot hole will be mucked out from the shaft top using manual and
hoist with bucket that will load the spoil to weel loader for transport to designated
disposal areas.

6.3.2. Shaft Collaring

The s h a f t will be widened to the designed construction limits to a depth of 11
meters. After the initial excavation, collaring of the shaft will be done by applying the
designed support system. Suitable hoisting equipment, and related accessories will be
installed to transport machinery, equipment, supplies and personnel from the shaft
collar to the work area.
After advancing 11 meters, the sinking platform will be installed to facilitate the work
of the shaft construction.
The alternative access for workers, shaft elevators will also be established and
installed.
Typical Supply Arrangement for Surge Shaft Excavation
6.3.3. Excavation
The pilot hole will then be widened starting from the top and progressing downward.
Main excavation will be by drill and blast method.
The depth of each drilling round will be in the range of 1.5 m. to 2.0 m. The explosives
charge will be limited to ensure that the pilot hole is not deteriorated or damaged by
the blasting operations. Another consideration in the design of the blasting pattern,
type of explosives, and explosives charge will be the fragmentation after the blast to
avoid “choking” of the pilot hole. The pilot hole will serve as “free face” for the
blastingoperation.
Explosives charging and detonation will be carried out only by competent and
authorized personnel.
After blasting, the shaft will be defumed for at least 20 minutes before work will be
allowed to resume.

6.3.4. Mucking
After each blast, broken rock is expected to drop to the shaft bottom through the pilot
hole. The remaining spoil from the blasted area will be mucked to the p i l o t using
a manual. When mucking at the shaft excavation is completed, the pilot hole will be
covered with a grizzly, and mucking at the shaft bottom will commence.
The spoil at the bottom of the shaft will then be loaded by a wheeled loader into dump
trucks that will transport the spoil to the spoil area through the access adit.

Mucking by Wheel loader at Shaft Bottom
6.3.5. Trimming and Scaling

After each blast, trimming and scaling will be done by breaker to scale loose rocks
resulting from the blast, and to remove any under breaks to attain the designed
excavation limit.
6.3.6. Primary Support Installation
Shotcrete (First Layer)
Once the excavation profiles are checked, an initial layer of shotcrete will be applied
on the newly excavated walls of the shaft. The initial layer will be 3 – 5 cm. thick.
Shotcrete application will be done by a shotcrete machine. To ensure the correct
thickness of shotcrete is attained, thickness guides will be installed in a 2 m. grid
pattern.

Rockbolting and Wiremesh Installation

After the first layer of shotcrete is applied, drilling for rockbolts will be done. Rockbolt
patterns and densities will be in accordance with the reference design and construction
drawings. The rockbolt patterns and density may increase or decrease according to the
actual ground conditions as determined by the geologist or geotechnical engineer.
After drilling the holes for the rockbolts, theywill be flushed to remove sludge or drill
cuttings remaining inside the hole.
When required, the wiremesh will be laid out along the shotcreted surface. The
wiremesh will be fastened to the surface by steel pins to ensure the wiremesh is flush
on the surface. Rockbolts will then be installed to further anchor the wiremesh to the
surface.
Drilling for Rockbolts

Rockbolt Installation using Shaft Sinking Platform
Shotcrete (Final Layer)

Once the rockbolts and wiremesh are installed, a final layer of shotcrete will be
applied. The thickness of the final layer will be 3 – 4 cm. or as determined by the
geologist or geotechnical engineer. Again, thickness guides will be installed on a 2
meter grid pattern to ensure that the correct thickness of shotcrete is applied.
Shotcreting will be done by a robotic shotcrete machine.
The procedures will be repeated until excavation of the shaft is completed.

6.4. Concrete Lining

6.5. Grouting
Once the concrete has cured adequately and attained the required strength, grouting through
cast in pipes will be done.
Contact and consolidation grouting will be done according to the predetermined patterns. If
additional locations are required for grouting, these shall immediately be done.
7. Ventilation
An adequate ventilation system will be set-up. Axial fans will be used and fresh air will be
conveyed to the working face by flexible ducting. Since mobile diesel equipment will be used in
the shaft excavation, the ventilation system will provide a minimum of 50 l/s/hp according to
the relevant ST/MT. Gasoline powered or stationary diesel equipment will not be used inside the
shaft.
Air quality determination will be done at the start of the work shift/s and after blasting, to check
the concentration of noxious gases, before starting or resuming work.
8. Illumination/Lighting
As the shaft excavation progresses, lighting will be provided at the advancing shaft bottom and
transit area as specified in the ST/MT. Mobile/movable spotlights, with minimum 40 lux
illumination, will be used in the working area, so that they can be easily positioned, transferred
or removed during blasting. In the transit area, fixed lighting with minimum of 10 lux illumination
will be installed. The lighting will be installed along the perimeter of the shaft and spacing will
be every 2 meters. Spacing between lighting rings will be maintained at 5 meters. Fixed lighting
will be maintained 20 meters away from the advancing face.

9. Dewatering
Water from the shaft excavation activities will be drained thru the pilot raise bore down to the
access adit. The drainage ditches and channels at the access adit will receive the water from the
shaft and convey to the drainage system at the platform area.
The discharge water will finally be conveyed by the drainage system to a sedimentation tank, to
allow settling of silt and mud before further discharge of the water into natural drainagesystems.
The sedimentation tank will be regularly cleaned to ensure it’s functionality.
10. Quality Assurance
Before and during the execution of works, materials testing will be performed by either on-site or
off site laboratories, in Lao PDR, as approved by the Employer’s Representative. Standard
specifications and test methods will be in accordance with that described in therelevant ST or
MT. Other specifications and test methods shall be approved and accepted by the Employer’s
Representative on site before use.
To ensure that the works are done in accordance with the relevant S T and M T , an Interim
Test Plan covering the all phases or work procedures (Appendix)
11. Monitoring
The integrity of the shaft during construction will be regularly monitored on short term and
long term basis.
Short Term Monitoring Systems:

1. Geological mapping and geotechnical data collection after excavation shall be done to
ascertain and confirm the support system to be applied. The geologic data shall be
interpreted and analyzed by the geologist and geotechnical engineer to be able to
project the expected ground conditions for the next excavation round/s. or cycles.
2. During drilling for blasting and rockbolting, cuttings and sludge from drilling shall
be observed to obtain information on the geology and rock type immediately after
the face at certain length, and at the walls. If water ingress is encountered, flow rate
shall be determined, and if necessary, pilot holes shall be drilled, to probe deeper
into the rock face. Length of the pilot holes, diameter, etc. shall be determined by the
geologist or geotechnical engineer. Excavation methods and procedures may be
modified according to the results or findings of this procedure.
3. The applied shotcrete support shall be regularly checked for cracks and other abnormal
conditions. Once these are observed, the appropriate measures to reinforceor repair the
shotcrete shall be done immediately.
4. Probe holing drilling – When bad ground is expected or projected to be encountered,
the geotechnical engineer or geologist will require probe hole drilling to confirm the
geology condition and extent ahead of the advancing shaft bottom. The length and
diameter of the probe hole will be determined by the geologist or geotechnical
engineer and will be done before advancing the shaft. The results of the probe hole
drilling will dictate any changes in methodology, support system, or preparatory works
(consolidation grouting) in the shaft excavation.
5. Quality control of the works shall be done strictly following the Inspection and Test
Plan. (Appendix 13)

Long Term Monitoring Systems:

Long term monitoring systems shall consist of procedures that are programmed to be
periodically done to monitor the tunnel integrity during and after the construction phase.
Convergence Monitoring
Convergence monitoring stations (5 points) will be established at intervals of 20
meters, one (1) week after excavation has passed. The monitoring stations shall be
established by Tunnel profiler, a computer aided, state of the art survey instrument.
No prisms, pins, steel rods are required for this, since the instrument has the software
and can be programmed to automatically locate the convergence points, and make
observation readings.
The frequency of the monitoring will depend on the geology of the rock that is
excavated and supported or as advised by the geologist or geotechnical engineer. If
the monitoring shows movement, all measures shall be taken to reinforce the support
systems at the particular location.
12. Health and Safety

a. Shaft Safety
Excavation
1. Excavation will be done only within the boundaries of the profiles as set out and
marked by survey in accordance with the layout, plans, and sections in the reference
design and construction drawings.
2. Effort shall be taken to minimize or eliminate over break and over-excavation.When
blasting is employed, the explosives charge schedule and powder factor shall be
strictly followed. Explosives charging shall be properly supervised and executed only
by authorized and experienced personnel. Prior to firing, the round shall be thoroughly
checked by the Blaster. During blasting, all entrances and access to the blast area shall
be barricaded or cordoned off and guarded.
3. All excavation done, either by blasting or hydraulic breaker, will be supported within
12 hours from the time of the blasting or excavation, to prevent deterioration or
weathering of the rock when exposed to air. An initial layer of shotcrete, 3 -5 cm. shall
be applied to cover the newly exposed rock resulting from blasting or mechanical
excavation.
4. The excavations shall be regularly mapped by the geologist or geotechnical engineer
to determine the type of rock, rock quality, geology, and other geotechnical
information required, to be able to assess the type of support needed.
5. Before starting any work at the shaft excavation, the raise bore shall be covered with
a removable grizzly or similar device to prevent workers, materials, or small
equipment from falling into it.
6. Electrical equipment and machinery to be used in the tunnel shall be properly
grounded, and electrical components provided with the protection required. Only
authorized personnel shall be allowed to repair or work on the electrical components.
7. Lighting will be provided at the tunnel face, the minimum illumination shall be 100
lux. These shall be properly mounted on stands that can be easily moved around and
positioned as required at the working face. The lighting fixtures shall be waterproof
and maximum voltage for the fixtures shall be 240 volts.
8. Transit areas shall likewise be provided with lighting fixtures, and minimum
illumination to be provided shall be 40 lux. The lighting fixtures shall be waterproof

and shall have a maximum voltage of 240 volts.

9. An alternative access for workers (shaft elevator, manway ladder or stairway) shall
be provided.
10. When working above the shaft bottom, for repair or miscellaneous jobs, workers
shall be equipped with the necessary safety harness and safety ropes.
Hoisting Equipment and Accessories

1. The hoisting equipment capacity shall be equivalent to heaviest load to be hoisted plus
a safety factor of 20 percent. Hoisting equipment shall provided with the following
safety devices:
a. Emergency stop switch
b. Over travel tripping device
c. Upper limit and lower limit tripping device
d. Cable slack tripping device
e. Indicator for location of sinking platform along the length of the shaft
f. Signal system
g. Communication system with the hoist operator
2. Hoisting equipment shall be operated only by qualified and competent personnel.
The hoist operator shall be subjected to medical and psychometric tests every 6 months
to confirm fitness for the job. Signal men shall be provided on the sinking platform to
control the sinking platform and communicate with the hoist operator either directly
or by signals. The signal men shall also be subjected to medical and psychometric tests
to confirm fitness for the job.
3. After installation and commissioning, before the actual use of the hoisting equipment
for shaft excavation, a load test shall be performed to check and confirm the load
bearing capacity of the hoist and its accessories.
4. Cables shall be non-rotating steel wire rope, the diameter and number of strands shall
be dependent on the required load capacity of the cable.
5. Cables shall be securely fastened to hoist drum and the cable properly wrapped in
layers. No overlapping of the cable wrapping shall be tolerated. Once overlapping in
the wrapping is observed, re-wrapping of the cable shall be immediately done.
6. Hoist inspection and servicing shall be done weekly. The emergency tripping devices
of the hoist shall be checked for functionality and serviced. Controls, electrical and
hydraulic system, and the braking system of the hoist shall also be checked and
serviced.
7. Cable inspection and servicing shall also be done weekly. The cable shall be cleaned
and the wire strands of the cable wire rope inspected at regular intervals to check for
broken wire strands. If broken wire strands are observed, the corresponding course
of action to correct the situation shall be done as determined by the mechanical
engineer. Elongation of the cable shall also be checked. If re-wrapping of the cable to
the hoist drum is required due to elongation, it shall be done.
8. The hoist shall never be operated and the sinking platform or equipment for hoisting
or lowering in the shaft moved in an upward or downward motion unless the hoist
operator confirms signals and communication given by the signal man.
9. During the lowering of equipment or supplies, the appropriate lifting equipment shall
be used. Cable slings shall be of the appropriate size and number of legs shall at all
times be four (4). Mobile equipment shall be properly lifted at the lifting points
provided on the equipment. Cable slings shall be checked before each used of its
integrity. If broken wire strands on each or any of the legs are observed, the sling shall

be discarded and replaced.

10. Once the sinking platform or equipment being hoisted or lowered are in motion, an
audible warning sign shall be triggered to warn workers, and to stay clear of its path
and the shaft bottom.
11. All personnel riding in the sinking platform shall be equipped with harness and lanyard
fastened to the sinking platform.
Communications
Communication from the shaft bottom or anywhere along the shaft to the surface,
(shaft collar platform, and hoist room) shall be done by suitable communication means
or equipment for the purpose. The communication equipment will be installed atstrategic
intervals so that communication from the shaft to the surface (shaft collar area and hoist
room) is maintained at all times. The communication equipment shall be laid out along
the shaft ladder or stairway, and the shaft bottom.
b. Support Systems:
1. Rock bolt pattern and density will be installed in accordance with the typical plans,
layout, and sections of the reference design and construction drawings.
2. The geologist or geotechnical shall evaluate all geologic and geotechnicalinformation
of the excavated area, and shall decide on the support system to be applied based on
actual ground conditions (either the increase or decrease in rockbolt density and
spacing between rockbolts, installation of wiremesh, use of steel ribs, increase in
shotcrete thickness). The geologist shall inform the site engineer of his evaluation and
recommendations regarding the support system. The site engineer and foremen shall
ensure that the required support measures are applied.
3. When grouted rockbolts are employed, the whole length of the bolts shall be fully
grouted. Grouting material shall be in accordance with the relevant DTS/GTS. Pre-
grouting of the rock bolts shall be the preferred method. When friction bolts (Swellex)
are used, the bolts shall be installed according to the manufacturer’sprocedure and
recommendations. The correct air and water pressure shall be appliedto ensure that the
friction bolt expands completely and creates the required anchorage of the rock.
4. All rockbolts face plates, conical washers, hemispherical nuts, lock nuts, and stick-
out, shall be covered with shotcrete.
5. Shotcrete quality shall be regularly checked by QC procedures. Application procedure
shall be in accordance with sound construction practice. Thickness guides shall be
installed to ensure that the correct thickness of shotcrete is applied. Water ingress will
be isolated and the rock surface to be sprayed, cleaned of loose rock fragments, soil,
debris, etc.
c. Power, Compressed air, and Water supply systems

Power distribution lines, compressed air and water delivery pipes shall be properly laid out
arranged in the tunnel.
Power supply and distribution system

The power lines shall be laid out separately from the air and water pipes and the necessary air
circuit breakers (ACB) provided to automatically cut off power supply when abnormalities
are detected. Electrically operated equipment and machinery shall be provided with circuit
breakers and shall be properly grounded. Only authorized personnel shall be allowed to work
on repairs or maintenance of the power lines and equipment.

Power cables will be properly laid out and cable trays, hangers, racks provided and shall be
securely fastened.
Compressed air and water distribution system
Air receiver tanks will be installed after the compressors prior to distribution to regulate the
pressure in the delivery pipeline. The receiver shall be equipped with the necessary pressure
release valves, pressure gauges, and drain valves. A main valve shall be installed after the air
receiver tank to control or shut off compressed air supply in cases of repair or emergency.
Isolation gate valves shall be installed at intervals of 50 meters also for repair and emergency
purposes.
Concrete Delivery Pipes

Concrete delivery pipes will be laid out along the shaft and securely fastened to walls. The
pipes shall be cleaned after use.
d. Personnel Safety
The safety of the workers shall be guaranteed at all times.
Access to the Shaft Excavation Works

Access to the surge shaft excavation area shall be restricted to authorized personnel only. A
fence shall be constructed along the perimeter of the construction site and the area classified
as ENTRY BY PERMIT ONLY. Authorized workers and personnel shall be issued
Tunnel/Shaft Entry Pass or ID cards. Persons or workers without entry pass shall not be
allowed entry into the construction site.
Training and Information

All personnel who will be assigned in the tunnel and related work shall undergo safety
orientation before being allowed to work in the tunnel. Aside from this, tunnel workers shall
be required to undergo the Basic First Aid training course (Red Cross Standard) during the
duration of their employ. They shall also be required to attend refresher courses to be
scheduled by the Safety department.
Safety reminders in English and Lao language, shall be installed at strategic locations to
keep the workers informed and remind them of safety rules, regulations, and procedures.
Safety warning signs shall be installed whenever there is a hazard identified. All actions shall
be taken to correct and eliminate the hazard at the soonest possible time.
Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)

All personnel assigned in the tunnels shall be provided with the basic safety protective
equipment. These shall consist of but are not limited to the following:
Safety Helmet (approved for underground use) – for head protection
Dust mask or respirator – for respiratory protection
Ear plugs - for noise protection
Rubber Boots – foot protection
Safety gloves - hand protection
Safety goggles – eye protection
Safety Harness and Lanyard – fall protection

When the nature of work requires additional PPE, these shall be identified and provided to
ensure worker protection and welfare.
Worker compliance in the use of the PPE shall be ensured by the Site supervisors, foremen,
in coordination with the safety personnel.
Air Quality and Ventilation

The minimum ventilation requirement of 300 l/s/m² shall be maintained at all times. Air
quality tests shall be done at the start of the work shift and after blasting.
After blasting operations, the blast area shall be defumed and air quality determination done
before allowing work to resume.
In cases where the ventilation system has stopped, work inside the tunnel shall be suspended
and the workers evacuated to the portal until such that time that the ventilation system has
been re-started and the work area ventilated for at least 20 minutes. No one shall be allowed
to work in the tunnel without proper ventilation.
e. Emergency Response Procedures

The emergency response plans and procedures as set forth in the Site Safety Plan shall be
strictly implemented. Information dissemination shall be done and incorporated in the safety
induction program.
A First aid station complete with a First Aid box containing essential medicine, equipment,
medical supplies, shall be maintained at the platform area for administering first aid in case
of accidents. The first aid station shall be regularly checked for supplies and equipment and
provision or replenishment done. A telephone or suitable communication equipment shall be
provided at the first aid station. The first aid station shall be manned by qualified and trained
first personnel.
All other safety measures as stated in the Site Safety Plan will be implemented and compliance
will be ensured.
13. Environmental Management

The Contractor’s Environmental Monitoring and Management Plan (EMMP) and the Site
Specific Environmental Plans (SSEP) will be strictly followed and complied with to ensure
mitigation of any impact the work may have on the environment.
Clearing and Grubbing

Once the open excavation and platform is completed, no additional clearing or grubbing is
necessary for the duration of the works.
Water from Tunnel Excavation

The discharge water from the tunnel shall be isolated and diverted to the drainage network at the
platform area. The discharge water from the shaft excavation shall be diverted or pumped if
necessary, to pilot raise bore. From the pilot raise bore, the water shall be conveyed to the
access adit platform drainage systems through the drainage channels in the access adit. At the
access adit platform area, a sedimentation tank shall be constructed or provided, where silt,
mud, and other impurities will be allowed to settle, before the water is discharged to natural
drainage systems.

Dust Generated during Blasting and Mucking

Dust generated during blasting shall be dissipated from the tunnel by means of the ventilation
system. Broken rock resulting from the blast shall be sprayed with water to eliminate dust
generation during mucking.
Hazardous Materials (HAZMAT)
Storage and Handling

Hazardous materials (oil, fuel, lubricants, explosives etc.) shall be stored in designated areas
that are fenced out and provided with containment structures or facilities in case of accidental
spill. The storage areas shall be clearly marked out and fenced off.
The necessary spill response kits and equipment shall be made available. Handling of these
materials shall be in accordance with the manufacturer’s recommendations.
Explosives shall be stored in magazines provided with adequate ventilation and lighting to
prevent premature deterioration of the explosives and explosives accessories. Detonators shall
be stored separately from explosives. The explosives magazines shall be fenced off and
secure, with access limited to authorized personnel. Earth barricades shall be proved around
the magazines, and when necessary, lightning arresters will be installed. The necessary fire
fighting equipment shall be provided for each magazine. The magazines shall be regularly
checked and inspected. Brushing around the perimeter of the magazines shall also be done.
Disposal
Hazardous materials shall be disposed of according to the procedures stated in the EMMP.
Temporary storage for waste shall be established to accommodate these materials until a
permanent disposal area is designated. The temporary storage shall be provided with the
necessary facilities to prevent contamination of the environment.
Non- Hazardous Materials
Storage and Handling

Non-hazardous materials shall be stored according to the manufacturer’s recommendations.
Accidental spills shall be immediately treated and cleaned up according to procedures
recommended by the manufacturer. Storage areas will likewise be fenced out and clearly
marked out.
Disposal
Disposal of these materials shall be in accordance with the manufacturer’s recommendation
and procedures as set forth in the EMMP and SSEP.
Garbage Generated
All temporary facilities (workshops, offices, lunch rooms) shall be provided with garbage
receptacles to receive garbage generated from these facilities. Garbage will be collected
regularly and will be disposed in designated disposal areas and procedures as stated in the
EMMP and SSEP.
Toilets
Toilets shall be provided at strategic locations within the platform area. The toilets shall be
provided with a septic tank and continuous supply of water. The toilets shall be maintained
for cleanliness and sanitation.
Spoil Disposal Areas

Slopes of spoil disposal areas shall be maintained less than the determined angle of repose
of the material to ensure stability. Coffer dams along the boundaries of the spoil disposal areas
shall be constructed to ensure that the accumulated spoil is not washed away into natural
drainage systems during heavy rains. Drainage shall be properly maintained to avoidsaturation
of the spoil material during rains and the necessary silt traps or ponds constructed along the
drainage or discharge channels into natural drainage systems. The disposal areas shall be
monitored regularly so that they are filled only to the designed capacity.
All other environmental plans and procedures as stated in the EMMP and SSEP shall be strictly
complied with to mitigate any impact of the construction activity on the environment.

APPENDIX
1. Location Surge shaft

2. Reference Design Drawings
3. Typical Excavation Profiles for Surge Shaft Excavation
4. Typical Drilling Pattern
5. Typical Rockbolt Installation
6. Sedimentation Tank Drawing and Details
7. Work Procedure Diagram
8. Inspection and Test Plan

Appendix 1
LOCATION OF
SURGE SHAFT

LOCATION SURGE SHAFT

Appendix 2
REFERENCE DESIGN DRAWINGS

Appendix 3
Typical Excavation Profiles for Surge Shaft Excavation

Appendix 4
TYPICAL DRILLING PATTERN

Typical Drilling Pattern of pilot hole

Appendix 5
TYPICAL ROCKBOLT INSTALLATION


Appendix 6
SEDIMENTATION TANK DRAWING AND DETAILS

Appendix 7
Work Procedure Diagram
For Surge Shaft Excavation

Work Procedure Diagram
Stage 1: P i l o t H o l e S i n k i n g
Survey and setting out
Defuming
Mucking
Scaling and Trimming
Temporary reinforcement by steel

frame
Widening of pilot hole

Work Cycle Chart
Stage 2: Widening of Pilot Hole using the Drill and Blast Excavation
Survey and setting out
Excavation by
Drill and Blast
Defuming
Mucking
Scaling and Trimming
Shotcrete
(First Layer)
Rockbolting and Wiremesh

Installation
Shotcrete
(Final Layer)
Repeat Cycle
Concrete lining and Grouting

Appendix 8
INSPECTION AND TEST PLAN



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Trung Hieu Construction Joint Stock Company

Nam Long 2 hydropower project

Waterway Excavation Method statement for surge shaft sinking

5. Major Equipment and Tools 4

10. Quality Assurance 14

12. Health and Safety 15

13. Environmental Management 19

Waterway Excavation Method statement for surge shaft sinking

Item Description Use

2 Rock bolt , Friction Type Rock support as applicable

Waterway Excavation Method statement for surge shaft sinking

Item Description Use

5. Major Equipment and Tools

Item Description No. Activity

Waterway Excavation Method statement for surge shaft sinking

6.2. Survey and Setting out

6.3. Shaft Excavation and Construction

Waterway Excavation Method statement for surge shaft sinking

Waterway Excavation Method statement for surge shaft sinking

Installation of reinforcement frame:

Waterway Excavation Method statement for surge shaft sinking

Waterway Excavation Method statement for surge shaft sinking

Waterway Excavation Method statement for surge shaft sinking

6.3.1. Pilot Hole

Waterway Excavation Method statement for surge shaft sinking

Survey and Setting out

Survey will establish prior to drilling pilot hole.

Drilling of Pilot Hole

Waterway Excavation Method statement for surge shaft sinking

6.3.2. Shaft Collaring

Typical Supply Arrangement for Surge Shaft Excavation

Waterway Excavation Method statement for surge shaft sinking

Waterway Excavation Method statement for surge shaft sinking

Mucking by Wheel loader at Shaft Bottom

6.3.5. Trimming and Scaling

Waterway Excavation Method statement for surge shaft sinking

Rockbolting and Wiremesh Installation

Drilling for Rockbolts

Waterway Excavation Method statement for surge shaft sinking

Rockbolt Installation using Shaft Sinking Platform

Shotcrete (Final Layer)

The procedures will be repeated until excavation of the shaft is completed.

Waterway Excavation Method statement for surge shaft sinking

6.4. Concrete Lining

Waterway Excavation Method statement for surge shaft sinking

10. Quality Assurance

Short Term Monitoring Systems:

Waterway Excavation Method statement for surge shaft sinking

Long Term Monitoring Systems:

12. Health and Safety

Waterway Excavation Method statement for surge shaft sinking

and shall have a maximum voltage of 240 volts.

Hoisting Equipment and Accessories

Waterway Excavation Method statement for surge shaft sinking

be discarded and replaced.

c. Power, Compressed air, and Water supply systems

Power supply and distribution system

Waterway Excavation Method statement for surge shaft sinking

Concrete Delivery Pipes

Access to the Shaft Excavation Works

Training and Information

Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)

Waterway Excavation Method statement for surge shaft sinking