MS 001 - Clearing - Ruwanpura Expressway

RUWANPURA EXPRESSWAY PROJECT
Highway Section from Kahathuduwa to Ingiriya – Phase I
CONTRACT No. RDA/GOSL/REP/LCB/P-01, 02, 03, 04
METHOD STATEMENT FOR
THE DEMOLITION OF EXISTING STRUCTURES,

TREE CUTTING AND CLEARING & GRUBBING
Document Ref : RDA/GOSL/REP/LCB/MS/001
Revision: 00
Date: 30/11/2020
APPROVED
REV DATE DESCRIPTION
RE DATE
The Demolition of Existing Structures,

00 30/11/2020
Tree Cutting and Clearing & Grubbing,
Ruwanpura Expressway Project
Demolition of Existing Structures, Tree Cutting and Clearing & Grubbing Method Statement No. 001
CONTENTS
1.0 SCOPE OF WORK ..........................................................................................................................................................................4
2.0 RESOURCE ALLOCATION ............................................................................................................................................................4
2.1 MAN POWER .............................................................................................................................................................................4
2.2 SITE ORGANIZATION STRUCTURE ........................................................................................................................................5
2.3 MACHINES AND EQUIPMENTS ...............................................................................................................................................6
3.0 METHODOLOGY ............................................................................................................................................................................6
3.1 CONSTRUCTION FLOW CHART ..............................................................................................................................................6
3.2 DETAILED METHOD OF CARRYING OUT THE WORK SCOPE .............................................................................................6

3.2.1 DEMOLITION OF EXISTING STRUCTURES ....................................................................................................................6
3.2.2 TREE CUTTING .................................................................................................................................................................6
3.2.3 CLEARING AND GRUBBING ............................................................................................................................................7
4.0 SAFETY MANAGEMENT AND CONTROL ....................................................................................................................................7
4.1 SITE TRAFFIC CONTROL .........................................................................................................................................................7
4.2 SAFETY MANAGEMENT ...........................................................................................................................................................8
5.0 MEASUREMENT CONTROL ..........................................................................................................................................................8
APPENDIX A – CONSTRUCTION FLOW CHART ...............................................................................................................................9
APPENDIX B – PAYMENT ITEMS EXTRACTED FROM BOQ ..........................................................................................................10
SECTION - 1...................................................................................................................................................................................10
SECTION - 2...................................................................................................................................................................................11
SECTION - 3...................................................................................................................................................................................12
SECTION - 4...................................................................................................................................................................................13
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TABLE OF FIGURES
Figure 1: Site Organization Structure ....................................................................................................... 5
ABBREVIATION
1) BOQ - Bills of Quantities

2) RDA - Road Development Authority
3) ROW - Right of Way
4) SK - Skilled Labor
5) USK - Unskilled Labor
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1.0 SCOPE OF WORK
The following method statement refers to the steps and procedures involved in the demolition of existing
structures, tree cutting and clearing & grubbing, as described in Section 200.
Details of the flow of work, measurement control, man power and equipment involved during these activities
have been discussed below. Safety precautions and environmental management plan would be also
assessed based on the main contractors Safety Plan and Environmental Management Plan to carry out the
stated earthwork activities.
2.0 RESOURCE ALLOCATION
2.1 MAN POWER
1) Project Manager
2) Site Engineer
3) Technical Officer
4) Surveyor
5) Supervisor
6) Flagmen (If necessary)
7) SK/USK labour
8) Operators & Drivers
9) Safety and Environmental officer (If Needed)
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2.2 SITE ORGANIZATION STRUCTURE
Project Manager
Site Engineer
Material Technician
(Materials Testing Safety & Environmental
Laboratory) Officer
Technical Officer
Lab Technicians
Supervisor
Operators
Skilled
Labor
Lab helpers Flagmen
Unskilled
Labor
Figure 1: Site Organization Structure
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2.3 MACHINES AND EQUIPMENTS
Following items of machine illustrates the major machinery that can be expected on site. However, it is
important to note that the works involved may not be limited to machinery listed below. Each one’s quantity
and capacity requirement may be varies depending on the criticality of work, risks being performed.
1) Bulldozer
2) Excavator
3) Excavator Breaker
4) Grader
5) Vibration Roller
6) Dump Truck
7) Rammer
8) Backhoe Loader JCB
3.0 METHODOLOGY
3.1 CONSTRUCTION FLOW CHART
Appendix A – Construction Flowchart illustrates the construction workflow that is to take place in order to
effectively carryout the removal of structures & trees and the clearing & grubbing.
3.2 DETAILED METHOD OF CARRYING OUT THE WORK SCOPE
Once the Right of Way (ROW) has been confirmed, and the final site survey and disposal plan has been
approved, the contractor is to move forward with the clearing and grubbing process.
3.2.1 DEMOLITION OF EXISTING STRUCTURES
 Any form of structure requested by the Client and/or the Engineer is to be removed with care.
 Such material is to be transported to an Engineer designated location.
 All the structures that lie within the design confinement of the road being constructed should be
removed.
3.2.2 TREE CUTTING
 A joint tree survey alongside the resident engineer is to be carried out and the trees are to be marked
depending on their girth 1m above the ground.
 Any tree with girth less than 300mm is to be classed as clearing and grubbing material.
 The marked trees are to be cut down and the useful cuts are to be transported and stockpiled.
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3.2.3 CLEARING AND GRUBBING
 Once the marked trees have been cut and existing structures removed, the clearing and grubbing
activities will take place.
 All remaining/unmarked trees, stumps and roots are to be cleared.
 Any stump or solid object that is 75mm or less from the ground level can be left undisturbed as long
as it lies outside the excavation and embankment areas.
 All stumps more than 1m below the subgrade and embankment slopes are to be disregarded as well.
 The rest should be cut flush or below the final slope line.
 All topsoil is expected to be removed to an average depth of 200mm over any embankment fill
section.
 All removed material is to be transported to the approved disposal site.
 All disposal material and debris is to be buried at the designated location, with 300mm of cover
material in order to mitigate the risk of fires.
The entire process will be regarded as complete once the final inspection has been done and the Engineer
gives the approval to move forward with the project.
4.0 SAFETY MANAGEMENT AND CONTROL
4.1 SITE TRAFFIC CONTROL
The following management plan is taken in accordance with the ‘Manual on Traffic Control Devices’ issued by
the RDA.
 The utilization of proper traffic signs, barricade tapes and boards and traffic cones are to be placed in
locations where the road width is reduced to the work in progress.
 The speed limits should be reduced on roads close to cleaning and grubbing works.
 The deployment of flagmen in key areas (such as junctions) where larger volumes or traffic (greater
activity) is expected.
 The flagmen and workers are to be provided with reflective jackets, light battens and walkie-talkies in
order ensure a safer working environment.
 Diversion routs are to be clearly illustrated in areas where the movement of vehicles seems
impractical.
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4.2 SAFETY MANAGEMENT
Safety management is to be implemented as per Main contractor’s requirement and Method Statement
approved by the main contractor. All necessary precautions are to be taken in order to avoid any form of
accidents and/or damage with regard to site workers and/or adjoining properties.
Everyone on site is expected to wear their safety helmets and steel toe cap shoes, and depending on the task
at hand, gloved and/or safety glasses are to be worn.
An on-site first aid kit as well as a standby vehicle is to be parked in the vicinity in case an accident needs to
be tended to.
5.0 MEASUREMENT CONTROL
Appendix B- Payment Items extracted from BOQ aids in illustrating the breakdown of some of the major
costs/payments incurred during the three stages discussed above. However, it is important to recognize that
the rates are subject to change as the project progresses. As stated before, trees with a girth less than
300mm would be removed during cleaning and grubbing process and only the requested structures would be
carefully extracted.
All timber cuts would be returned to the property owner or the relevant government authority, as directed by
the Engineer. The Contractor will not be permitted to claim any of the materials.
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APPENDIX A – CONSTRUCTION FLOW CHART
Confirmation or Approval of Right of Way
Did the
Engineer
Approve?
Yes
Submission of Disposal Plan Joint tree Survey with

Engineer (Tree Marking)
Did the Did the

No No
Engineer Engineer
Approve? Approve?
Yes Yes
Clearing and Grubbing Works
Stockpile Useful Tree Cuts Transport Disposal Material/

and Salvaged Structures Debris to approved Site
Work Complete, Final Inspection

Required
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APPENDIX B – PAYMENT ITEMS EXTRACTED FROM BOQ
SECTION - 1
Item
Pay Item Item Description Unit Quantity
Nr
201 Clearing
1 201.001 General clearing ha.

7.04
2 201.002 Clearing & grubbing ha.
64.04
3 201.003a Remove trees dia 600mm to 1000 mm nr
985.00
4 201.003b Remove trees dia 1000 to 2000mm nr
4,505.00
5 201.003c Remove trees over dia 2000mm nr
2,685.00
6 Remove of stumps and roots previously felled trees girth dia

201.003d nr
600-1000 mm ( provisionally ) 4,190.00

201.003e nr
1000-2000mm ( provisionally ) 1,580.00
8 Remove of stumps and roots previously felled trees girth over

201.003f nr
dia 2000mm ( provisionally ) 1,460.00
202 Demolish and Remove Buildings, Waterways sq.m

11,850.00
9 202.001 remove existing Building, (floor area ) nr
80.00
10 202.002 Water well depth up to 3.00m ( provisionally ) nr
60.00
11 202.003 Water well depth 3.00 - 6.00m ( provisionally ) nr
45.00
12 202.004 Water well depth 6.00 - 10.00m ( provisionally ) nr
180.00
13 202.005 Septic tank ( provisionally ) sq.m
11,850.00
203 Dismantling Structures
14 203.001 Masonry cu.m

160.00
15 203.002 Concrete cu.m
120.00
16 203.003 Rubble masonry cu.m
65.00
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SECTION - 2
Item
Nr
201 Clearing
1 201.001 General clearing ha. 5.10
2 201.002 Clearing & grubbing ha. 50.97
3 201.003a Remove trees dia 600mm to 1000 mm nr 8,090.00
4 201.003b Remove trees dia 1000 to 2000mm nr 4,000.00
5 201.003c Remove trees over dia 2000mm nr 2,390.00

201.003d nr

201.003e nr

201.003f nr
9 202.001 remove existing Building, (floor area ) nr 10,555.00
10 202.002 Water well depth up to 3.00m ( provisionally ) nr 80.00
11 202.003 Water well depth 3.00 - 6.00m ( provisionally ) nr 60.00
13 202.005 Septic tank ( provisionally ) sq.m 180.00
14 203.001 Masonry cu.m 105.00
15 203.002 Concrete cu.m 140.00
16 203.003 Rubble masonry cu.m 65.00
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SECTION - 3
Item
Nr
201 Clearing

201.003d nr

201.003e nr

201.003f nr
14 203.001 Masonry cu.m 140.00
15 203.002 Concrete cu.m 120.00
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SECTION - 4
Item
Nr
201 Clearing

201.003d nr

201.003e nr

201.003f nr
14 203.001 Masonry cu.m 120.00
15 203.002 Concrete cu.m 130.00
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RUWANPURA EXPRESSWAY PROJECT

Highway Section from Kahathuduwa to Ingiriya – Phase I

CONTRACT No. RDA/GOSL/REP/LCB/P-01, 02, 03, 04

METHOD STATEMENT FOR

THE DEMOLITION OF EXISTING STRUCTURES,

Document Ref : RDA/GOSL/REP/LCB/MS/001

The Demolition of Existing Structures,

2.0 RESOURCE ALLOCATION ............................................................................................................................................................4

2.1 MAN POWER .............................................................................................................................................................................4

2.2 SITE ORGANIZATION STRUCTURE ........................................................................................................................................5

2.3 MACHINES AND EQUIPMENTS ...............................................................................................................................................6

3.0 METHODOLOGY ............................................................................................................................................................................6

3.1 CONSTRUCTION FLOW CHART ..............................................................................................................................................6

3.2 DETAILED METHOD OF CARRYING OUT THE WORK SCOPE .............................................................................................6

4.0 SAFETY MANAGEMENT AND CONTROL ....................................................................................................................................7

4.1 SITE TRAFFIC CONTROL .........................................................................................................................................................7

4.2 SAFETY MANAGEMENT ...........................................................................................................................................................8

5.0 MEASUREMENT CONTROL ..........................................................................................................................................................8

APPENDIX A – CONSTRUCTION FLOW CHART ...............................................................................................................................9

APPENDIX B – PAYMENT ITEMS EXTRACTED FROM BOQ ..........................................................................................................10

1) BOQ - Bills of Quantities

1.0 SCOPE OF WORK

2.0 RESOURCE ALLOCATION

2.1 MAN POWER

2.2 SITE ORGANIZATION STRUCTURE

Lab helpers Flagmen

Figure 1: Site Organization Structure

2.3 MACHINES AND EQUIPMENTS

3.1 CONSTRUCTION FLOW CHART

3.2 DETAILED METHOD OF CARRYING OUT THE WORK SCOPE

3.2.1 DEMOLITION OF EXISTING STRUCTURES

 Such material is to be transported to an Engineer designated location.

3.2.2 TREE CUTTING

3.2.3 CLEARING AND GRUBBING

 All remaining/unmarked trees, stumps and roots are to be cleared.

 All removed material is to be transported to the approved disposal site.

4.0 SAFETY MANAGEMENT AND CONTROL

4.1 SITE TRAFFIC CONTROL

4.2 SAFETY MANAGEMENT

5.0 MEASUREMENT CONTROL

APPENDIX A – CONSTRUCTION FLOW CHART

Confirmation or Approval of Right of Way

Submission of Disposal Plan Joint tree Survey with

Did the Did the

Clearing and Grubbing Works

Stockpile Useful Tree Cuts Transport Disposal Material/

Work Complete, Final Inspection

APPENDIX B – PAYMENT ITEMS EXTRACTED FROM BOQ

1 201.001 General clearing ha.

6 Remove of stumps and roots previously felled trees girth dia

7 Remove of stumps and roots previously felled trees girth dia

8 Remove of stumps and roots previously felled trees girth over

202 Demolish and Remove Buildings, Waterways sq.m

14 203.001 Masonry cu.m

1 201.001 General clearing ha. 5.10

2 201.002 Clearing & grubbing ha. 50.97

3 201.003a Remove trees dia 600mm to 1000 mm nr 8,090.00

4 201.003b Remove trees dia 1000 to 2000mm nr 4,000.00

5 201.003c Remove trees over dia 2000mm nr 2,390.00

6 Remove of stumps and roots previously felled trees girth dia

7 Remove of stumps and roots previously felled trees girth dia

8 Remove of stumps and roots previously felled trees girth over

202 Demolish and Remove Buildings, Waterways sq.m