RAMS For Rerouting of Existing Services in New Substation Area

RISK ASSESSMENT METHOD STATEMENT
Method Statement and Risk Assessment for the

Rerouting of Existing MEP Services in New Substation,
Phase 1 Area at Al Karama School, Phase 2
Abu Dhabi, UAE
Project No. M1492
Document Ref No: M1492-MCL-MCL-MSS-052
Project name Al Karama School, Phase 2 Project No M1492
Title: Rerouting of Existing MEP Services in New Substation, Phase 1 Area Ref. No: M1492-MCL-MCL-MSS-052
Project: Al Karamah School, Phase 2 Rev. No: 00
Prepared By: Anu Balan Approved By: Vishnu Mohan Rev. Date: 00
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SAF-098 (UAE) 03/20 Rev I 1 of 22 RISK ASSESSMENT METHOD STATEMENT
M1492-MCL-MCL-
Main Contractor McLaren Construction LLC Document No
MSS-052
Rerouting of Existing MEP Services in New
Title/Task Revision No 00
Substation Area
Document
Date of issue 15/04/2020 Anu Balan
Prepared By
Proposed start date 16/04/2020 Duration of task 6 Months
Contents
Section A Register of Revisions
Section B Scope of Works to be undertaken
Section C Location of the Project
Section D Location of the Works to be Undertaken with the Project
Section E Site Access/Egress and Access to the Work Zone
Section F Emergency Contacts Details and Procedures
Section G McLaren Site Specific HSE Safety Induction
Section H Welfare facilities
Section I Personal Protective Equipment
Section J Plant/Equipment and tools to be Used
Section K Materials To be used
Section L Temporary Works
Section M Inspection and Test Regime
Section N Communication/Toolbox Talks/Training Requirements
Section O Works Permits
Section P Environmental and Waste Management
Section Q Programme for the Works
Section R Housekeeping and Storage
Section S Working at Height
Section T Occupational Health
Section U Sequence of Works/Activities
Appendices
Appendix A Site Logistic Plans and Other Design Information Relative to the Works
Appendix B Crisis/Emergency Plan
Appendix C COSHH Assessments and Material Data Sheets
Appendix D Risk Assessments
Appendix E Technical Information
Appendix F Inspection and Test Plans
Appendix G Third Party competency/certifications
Section A - Register of Revisions
Rev. No Date Reason for Amendment Amended By Signature Has this amendment been
(Name) briefed to the operatives
involved and have the
operatives signed the register?
This method statement has been prepared in conjunction with the following documents.
1. UAE Federal Law No. 8, chapter V, Article 91 of 1980.

2. United Arab Emirate Ministerial Order 337/2, Medical care to Workers
3. UAE Fire & Life Safety Code of Practice 2018.
4. UAE Ministerial Order No. 32 of 1982.
5. Federal Environmental Authority Law No.24/1999 and its supplements.
6. Federal Law No. (20) of 1991 Concerning the Civil Aviation Law.
7. Ministerial Resolution 688 of 2013, Regarding Fixing of Working Hours During Summer
8. Dubai Municipality Code of Construction Safety Practice, 2007-2011 edition
9. Dubai Municipality Technical Guidelines
10. Local order No. 61 of 1991on Environment Protection Regulation in the Emirates of Dubai.
11. Articles (3,4,5,7) Local Law No. 21/2005 (Waste Management)
12. Local Order No. 11 of 2003 concerning Public Health & community Safety in the Emirate of Dubai
13. OSHAD Code of Practice, HSE Regulations, Technical Guidelines, Mechanisms
14. ISO 45001:2018, ISO 14001:2015 ISO 9001:2015
15. McLaren’s Integrated Management System Policy Statement
16. McLaren Management Procedures (MMP) and Function Procedures
17. McLaren’s site specific SHEQ Plan
Section B- Scope of Works to be undertaken:
The work Describes Rerouting of Existing MEP Services in New Substation, Phase 1 Area Karama School, Phase
2, Abu Dhabi
The following Critical Hazards have been identified during the preparation of the scope of works, please refer to
the Risk Assessments within Appendix D.
1. Falling from height.

2. Manual Handling.
3. Slip Trips and Falls.
4. Falling objects
5. Use of power tools
6. Lifting Operation
Section C- Location of the Project
Location of the Project;
The Project premise is located at Al Rowdah, W14-01, Abu Dhabi as marked below.
Existing Services
As per current information, there is existing irrigation network passing outside the construction work
area.
Underground electrical cables for existing lighting poles within the plot have been removed prior to
commencing works at the area. A full survey has been undertaken to confirm this including an
underground service scan and trial trenches hand excavated in various locations around the project to
locate any services running into, or close to the plot.
A permit to dig must be obtained from McLaren prior to any excavations commencing.
Section D- Location of the Works to be Undertaken
within the Project
Section E- Site Access/Egress and Access to the Work Zone
Section F- Emergency Contacts Details and Procedures:

The following staff from McLaren and will be on site during the execution of the works and will be responsible
for managing the works;
Name Position Company Contact Details
Paul Carlin (Visiting) Operations Director McLaren 056 105 4691
Jamie Selway (Visiting) QHSE Manager McLaren 052 173 6235
Ionut Florescu Project Manager McLaren 054 767 7732
Abdul Mutallib Senior HSE Officer McLaren 055 400 0602
Vignesh Prabakar Site Engineer McLaren 058 621 6731
Nesakumar P MEP Engineer McLaren 050 850 7968
Vishnu Mohan Project Manager Genfocus 056 546 5865
Anu Baby Project Engineer Genfocus 056 546 5807
Prabir Kumar HSE Officer Genfocus 054 793 7312
Mohmmed Jasim Mechanical Engineer Genfocus 056-526 8312
Parthipan Design Engineer (Elect) Genfocus 056-546 5812
Clitus Fire Warden /First Aider Genfocus 052 701 4049
In case of an Emergency/fire Alarm, all operatives, Staff and Visitors are required to report to the Assembly
Point, which is indicated on the site logistics drawing, as indicated by the symbol below. A roll call will be taken,
and registers checked to ensure that everyone is accounted for. No one will be allowed to leave the assembly
point until the Emergency Response Controller confirms that it is safe to do so.
Assembly Point
Please refer to the attached Crisis/Emergency Plan, (Appendix B) which is to be implemented where the need
arises.
The Qualified First Aiders for the Project are listed below, and the first Aid Boxes will be available within the
First Aid Room and in the Main Office Reception.
McLaren: (details of First Aiders) Subcontractor (Details of First Aiders)

Shebin Arun 056 746 5229 Prabir Kumar 054 7937312
Authority/Company Contact Telephone No.
Abdul Mutallib
Police 055 400 0602 999 Cletus 052 7014049
Please see Ambulance 998 below the
Emergency Fire (Civil Defence) 997 contact details:
SKMC Hospital 02 819 0000
McLaren Site Emergency No. 056 898 7960
Section G- McLaren Site Specific HSE Safety Induction:

All those working on or visiting the Al Karamah School, Phase 2 Extension project will be required to undergo a
McLaren site specific HSE induction before being allowed on site. The induction will be held within the project
premises and carried out by McLaren’s HSE Representative or a Construction team member, the induction
includes details of the site Emergency Procedures.
On completion of the HSE induction, those involved in this activity will be briefed on the contents of the RAMS
by their respective Site Engineer or Supervisor. They will then be required a sign a RAMS Briefing Register
(SAF019 UAE) confirming that they have been briefed and that they fully understand the RAMS and what is
expected from them during the execution of the works.
Any operative who will be operating any plant or equipment will be required to produce a copy of their Dubai/
Abu Dhabi Municipality/ENAS/EIAC approved competency certificate/card and proof of health to enable
McLaren to issue them with the Plant Operators Authorisation (SAF023 UAE).
Section H- Welfare facilities:

Drinking Water-
Clean drinking water stations will be provided on site (Water coolers will be brought to site until permanent
water stations are installed) and all operatives are to ensure they take on enough fluids throughout the day and
comply with the Summer Working Plan.
Rest areas and toilet-

Rest areas and toilets are provided on site and located as per the Al Karamah School, Phase 2 Extension Project
logistics layout plan.
Section I- Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)

The Following Personal Protective Equipment must be worn/be available during the execution of the works
Type of PPE Required Yes No
Safety Helmet X
activities
Safety Footwear X
Eye protection X
Gloves X
Hi- viz Vests X
Overalls (for operatives only) X
Ear protection X
Face Respirator X
Body Harness X
Respiratory masks X
Others (other specific requirements) X
Please ensure that any specific precautions for PPE as identified within MSDS/COSHH assessment or any
specific requirements by supplier/manufacturer are to be complied and adhered to.
Section J- Plant and Equipment to be Used

It is anticipated that the following Plant and Equipment will be used during the execution of the works; other
items will also be identified on the schedule below;
1. Hand Tools
2. Power Tools (Grinder/Drill Machine)
*Note: All relevant competency certificates to be submitted to HSE Manager/Eng./Advisor prior to start of any
activity.
Type of Plant/Equipment to be Used Yes No Type of Plant/Equipment to be Used Yes No

Lifting X Cradle X
Mechanical hoist X Skid Steer Loader X
Mobile elevating working platform X Hand tools X
Ladder X Electrical tools X
Hoist X CAT & Gen Set X
Test Equipment Ventilation/Extraction Equip X
Task Lighting X Pump X
Scaffolding X Lifting slings/chains X
Mobile scaffolds X Tele Handler X
Podium Scaffold X Others: Mobile Crane X
Section K- Materials To be used.

The following Materials will be utilised during the execution of the works, the Material Data sheets being
provided, which will allow the relevant COSHH assessments to be carried out; (See Appendix C)
Item Material Description MSDS Attached? COSHH Assessment
RISK ASSESSMENT METHOD STATEMENT Attached?
1 Solvent cement Yes Yes
Section L- Temporary Works

The following Temporary Works have been identified as required for this activity:
No Temporary works included in this RAMS
*Note: All temporary Works require a design completed by a competent person and must be
approved by McLaren’s Temporary Works Coordinator (TWC)
**Note: All Temporary Works require a Temporary Works Permit to Load/ Strike
Section M- Inspection and Test Regime
<< Detail how the work will be appropriately inspected and / or tested for workmanship, safety and
environmental compliance and by whom (detail their responsibilities). What competence is needed for
inspectors? What records need to be kept?
Refer to any relevant inspection and test plans and / or inspection checklists that need to be used.
Ensure inspectors are aware of the acceptance criteria before the inspections take place. >>
Section N- Communication/Toolbox Talks/Training Requirements:
Before starting any activity, a Point of Work Risk Assessment will be carried out by the Site Engineer/ Supervisor
to ensure all risk and controls have been identified, this will be followed by a task briefing carried out in the
language of the team. All members of the team must sign the briefing sheet to confirm that they have
understood the task requirements.
During the Preparation of this RAMS the following training for the staff and operatives has been identified;
Item Description of Training Has the Training been If not, when will be
completed? (Yes/No) completed (Date)
1 Work at Height Yes
2 Using Abrasive wheel Yes
3 Manual Handling Yes
4 Banksman
5 Welding /Hot work Yes
6 COSHH handling yes
*Note: All relevant certificates will be submitted prior to works commencing or during induction. Where the
training has not been carried out, it must do so prior to the works/activities commencing.
Section O- Works Permits

The following works permits will be required during the execution of the Works;
Item Description of the Work Permit Permit Issued By Tick only applicable
1 Permit to Enter Confined Space McLaren
2 Permit for Lifting Operations. McLaren
3 Permit to Dig McLaren
4 Permit to work Hot cutting or Welding McLaren 
5 Permit to Work in Ceiling Void McLaren
6 Permit for Roof Access McLaren
7 Permit to Work with Ladders, steps/scaffold McLaren 
8 Permit to Work at Height McLaren 

9 Permit to Work – Electrical above 110V McLaren 
10 Permit to Work with COSHH Items McLaren 
11 Permit to Work at External Face of The Building McLaren
12 Permit for Removal of Existing Fall Protections McLaren
13 Permit for Pressure Testing McLaren
14 LOTO Permit McLaren 
Any other permits if required to be added
Section P- Environmental and Waste Management:

Labelled skips will be provided by McLaren, all waste must be segregated into the correct waste streams and
placed in the skips provided. It is important that waste is reduced, reused or recycled wherever possible.
Toolbox Talks will be regularly briefed to the workforce to ensure this is understood.
1. Metal
2. Plastic
3. General
4. Inert
5. Food waste
6. Hazardous
7. Wood Waste
Due to the nature of the works and the current site conditions, water shall be sprayed onto dirt/sand roads so
as to minimize dust pollution.
Where any plant is used, drip trays shall be placed underneath to catch any spilled oils or fuels. Oils and fuels
will be managed in accordance with the MSDS and the site Waste Management Plan.
All hazardous liquids must store in suitable, labelled containers with secondary containment to prevent ground
and water contamination.
Emergency spills kits must be available where any hazardous material is used.
Section Q- Programme for the Works.
6 Months
Section R- Housekeeping and Storage:

Housekeeping will be carried out as and when required and storage of materials will be located as per the
approved site logistics plan.
Combustible materials will be carefully managed and monitored in order to reduce the risk of fire.
Section S- Working at Height
During the preparation of the RAMS, the following activities for working at height have been identified and
have been addressed within the risk assessments within Appendix D. (to be filled if applicable to your works)
Item Activity Risk Assessment Reference
1 Working at Height using Podium Ladder Attached
Section T- Occupational Health

During the preparation of the RAMS, the following Occupational Health issues have been reviewed and
addressed within this Method Statement.
Item Description Preventative Measures, (see also within the Risk Assessments)
1 Safety Critical Roles Anyone identified as safety critical (i.e. operators, riggers,
scaffolders, banksmen etc.) must have a medical check-up before
starting work
2 Bad Back/sprain due to A manual handing assessment will be carried out for all activities and
improper Manual handling all Operatives will receive Manual Handling training
3 Hand/Arm Vibration Exposure Action Values (EAVs) will be calculated for all vibration
activities. Where required, job rotation will be put in place and
recorded
4 Construction dust Roads shall be watered to minimise dust and housekeeping to be
carried out regularly.
RPE shall be provided for those at risk from hazardous dust
5 Noise Noise values will be monitored. Where required, job rotation will be
put in place and recorded. Where it is not possible to control noise,
PPE will be provided
6 Sun & Heat Sun creams will be provided for those that require it.
Drinking water and electrolyte additives will be provided.
Clothing shall cover legs and arms, gloves will be worn.
Summer Working Plans
7 Skin PPE shall provide as required by MSDS
Section U- Sequence of Works/Activities for Rerouting of Existing MEP Services in New Substation,
Phase 1
1RAMS to be briefed to all the operatives involved in the work

2STARRT card to be prepared by assessing the area of work prior starting the work.
3Supervisor to ensure all operatives have received a McLaren site basic induction
4Supervisor to ensure all operatives have adequate PPE for the job including Full body harness.
5Supervisor to ensure all operators having Competent certificate.
6Supervisor to ensure that the site is clean and ready to start the work
7Supervisor to ensure that proper barricade and warning signs are provided before starting any activity.
8Supervisor to ensure proper working platforms such as ladders are being used and make sure that
9having ladder permit on work
10Transportation to site will be as per site requirement. Timing to be agreed with McLaren
11Ensuring that unloading of materials is undertaken in designated area.
12When offloading the materials precaution to be taken to avoid damages
13 Materials Arrangement
Off-loading & Handling of Materials

15.1.1 Materials (Cable and Conduit) will be offloaded from the vehicle manually at site store. Store in
charge / Supervisor to ensure that off load material load is not exceed 20kg/ person
15.1.2 Ensure the unloading area shall be free from debris, levelled and necessary wooden blanks are
provided to stack the properly.
15.1.3 Supervisor/store keeper shall ensure the materials are as per the approvals and required
quantities are unloaded and check for any damages.
15.1.4 Material inspection request to be submitted for McLaren / B&W Approval
15.1.5 Materials will be stored properly, and necessary stock registers is maintained
15.1.6 Once the MIR is approved, required quantities and accessories will be manually shifted to work
place through material movement route.
Cabling for power supply
Supervisor will insured that LOTO permit obtained for Isolation before start the activity
All the underground existing cable to be disconnecting and dismantle from Existing SMDB to light post.
Unground Conduit to be install in rerouting area for new cable laying from existing substation to nearest
Light Pole
Underground conduit will install below 1.2 mtr height from ground level as per proposed drawing for
MEP Services
From SMDB to nearest Light pole will install 4core x 16mm2 armoured cable through conduit
There will be 2 cable will install from existing SMDB and one will be for nearest light pole and other will
connect for Phase 2 security cabin for continue power supply.
All the cable glanding and termination shall be done in Existing SMDB.
Both new Cable will connect in nearest light pole area terminal and security cabin cable will joint near
light pole.
CC TV Cabling
Existing CCTV cable to be replaced by new data cable from CCTV camera to existing control
room
and to be connect through rerouting conduit.
Installation of Irrigation Water Supply Pipe
Disconnect the existing irrigation water supply pipe and temporarily connect to new substation
building area through rerouting.
APPENDIX A
Site Logistics Plan
A
PPENDIX B
Al Karamah School, Phase 2
Abu Dhabi, UAE
CRISIS PLAN
Upon an incident, being discovered the first member of McLaren’s staff or the site operative
1.
discovering the incident shall inform the Project Manager and HSE department by Project
Emergency no- 056 898 7960
Both the Safety Officer and the first Aider are to attend the scene with their mobile. The project
2.
Manager or site receptionist waits in office ready to telephone relevant emergency services.
Both the Safety Officer and the first Aider are to assess the situation and put in place the relevant
3.
systems to end/deal with the emergency.
Both the Safety Officer and the first Aider are to ensure all trades are gathered at the assembly
4.
point and liaise with supervisor to account for all operatives - no person should leave site.
Either the Safety Officer or the first Aider phones the project Manager or site receptionist and
5.
informs him/her of which emergency services are required.
6. The Project Manager calls all relevant McLaren staff.

Both the Safety Officer and the first Aider waits for the emergency services at scene.
7.
Once emergency services arrive, The Project Manager will telephone the relevant authorities, i.e.
8.
the HSE/Client’s Safety Advisor/McLaren’s Operations & QHSE Manager.
Both the Safety Officer and the first Aider keep trades informed of the situation and releases
9.
trades to return to work or leave site only when emergency services or The Project Manager
instruct that it is safe to do so, and all names of witnesses are recorded.
The Project Manager or Construction Manager are to arrange for photographs of the scene to be
10.
taken, and if necessary, the area to be cordoned.
A full investigation of the Incident is to be carried out, with a written report being submitted the
11.
SHEQ Director, as soon as practicably possible after the incident, including all witness statements,
photos of the scene, induction and method statement records, recommendation to prevent a re-
occurrence and what action has been taken since the incident taking place.
APPENDIX C
COSHH ASSESSMENTS AND MSDS
(Attach if any)
APPENDIX- D
RISK ASSESSMENT
APPENDIX-E
TECHNICAL INFORMATION
APPENDIX-F
INSPECTION AND TEST PLANS
APPENDIX-G
THIRD PARTY COMPETENCY/CERTIFICATES

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RISK ASSESSMENT METHOD STATEMENT

Method Statement and Risk Assessment for the

Document Ref No: M1492-MCL-MCL-MSS-052

Project name Al Karama School, Phase 2 Project No M1492

Section A - Register of Revisions

1. UAE Federal Law No. 8, chapter V, Article 91 of 1980.

Section B- Scope of Works to be undertaken:

1. Falling from height.

Section D- Location of the Works to be Undertaken

within the Project

Section E- Site Access/Egress and Access to the Work Zone

Section F- Emergency Contacts Details and Procedures:

McLaren: (details of First Aiders) Subcontractor (Details of First Aiders)

Section G- McLaren Site Specific HSE Safety Induction:

Section H- Welfare facilities:

Rest areas and toilet-

Section I- Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)

Section J- Plant and Equipment to be Used

Type of Plant/Equipment to be Used Yes No Type of Plant/Equipment to be Used Yes No

Section K- Materials To be used.

Section L- Temporary Works

No Temporary works included in this RAMS

Section O- Works Permits

8 Permit to Work at Height McLaren 

Section P- Environmental and Waste Management:

Section R- Housekeeping and Storage:

Section S- Working at Height

Section T- Occupational Health

1RAMS to be briefed to all the operatives involved in the work

Off-loading & Handling of Materials

Installation of Irrigation Water Supply Pipe

Site Logistics Plan

6. The Project Manager calls all relevant McLaren staff.

COSHH ASSESSMENTS AND MSDS

THIRD PARTY COMPETENCY/CERTIFICATES

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