SRMS FENCING AND SLOPE PROTECTION WORKS

Project No.: 2023002

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SRMS FENCING AND SLOPE PROTECTION WORKS

PROJECT NO: 2023002
Client Ghana National Gas Company (GHANA GAS/GNGC)

Contractor OB Jag Group

Work Pack General

Document Number 2023002-GNGC-01-QAQC-0001 Revision : Status : IFC

Document Name Method Statement Date :15/03/2023

Document Type : Plan Discipline : Civil Engineering

METHOD STATEMENT

IFC 15/03/2023 Issued For Comments Emmanuel Joseph

Boateng Agyeman
Rev Status Date Revision Description Prepared by Checked by Approved
by

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METHOD STATEMENT

Contents Page

1. Introduction 3

2. Pre-start Survey 5

3. Risk Assessment 5

4. Site Set Up 5

5. Site Security 6

6. Logistics Management 6

7. Fire and Emergency Management Plan 7

8. Protection Strategy 7

9. Environmental Management 8

10. Independent Safety Audit 8

11. The Works 9

12. Risk Assessment 10

13. Programme And Contract Administration 12

14. Completion and Handover 12

15. Conclusion 12

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1. INTRODUCTION
This method statement forms part of OB JAG Group’s safe system of work. It explains how the site
logistics and the work activities shall be safely managed throughout the life cycle of the project. The
safe system of working will include control measures for the risks and hazards identified in the risk
assessment. The objectives of our method statement are to ensure that;
 Staff and employees work in a safe working environment, and their health and safety are
protected.
 Protect the safety of the general public and third party.
 Maintain a highly organized and tidy site which responds to the different phases of the project.
 Ensure that deliveries and traffic are well planned and managed to prevent or minimize
anydisruption.
 Protect the environment and be considerate to our neighborhood.
The statement therefore gives an indication of our general approach to the construction and management of
the project. We would ensure that risk assessment is carried out for each work activity to identify and
effectively manage the risk and hazards in order for the work to be carried out in safe manner.
Prior to the commencement of the project works, a detailed Health, Safety and Environmental Management
Plan will be prepared based on the risk assessment of the work activities. The plan will be reviewed
periodically and updated throughout the life cycle of the project.
This Method Statement covers the general procedure for the Slope Protection and Brick
walling. The procedures outlined here cover, but are not limited to the, following:

 Mobilization
 Site Preparations.
 Preliminaries
 Reinforcement
 Formwork
 Concrete works
 Brick walling
 Stone Pitching
 Cleaning
 Demobilization

RESPONSIBILITIES
Project Engineers, Planning/Cost Controller, Quality Assurance/Quality Control Personnel, Land
Surveyor, Quantity Surveyor, Safety Personnel and Site Administrator will report to the Construction/
Project Manager who has the overall responsibility for the coordination and implementation of the
construction activity, including resource planning, allocation and utilization, engineering support, and
cost control.

Trade Headmen/Foremen will report to the Site Engineer who will also report to Construction/Project
manager.

For this project the specific roles of the project team are defined below:
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I. Managing Director Overall obligation for project

delivery

II. Head of Technical In control of the Project’s viable

matters
epartment
III. Construction/Project Accountable for the planning,
execution and completion of the
Manager
project

Sees to the day to day operations

on site
IV.
V. Health and Safety Responsible for the general
Site Engineer health and safety of the site.
Officer

VI. Quantity Surveyor Responsible for material quantity

checks for the various activities,
preparation of cost proposals for
variations on the site.
VII. Planning/ Cost Responsible for the control and
controller monitoring of the project total
expenditure against set baselines

VIII. Quality Assurance/ Monitoring and administering

Control Officer the QA/QC Plan or Programme
and ensuring incorporated
materials on construction
projects follow the plans and

specifications

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2. PRE-START SITE SURVEY
Prior to commencement of site works, an extensive survey of the site shall be carried out by a competent
person to properly assess the condition of the site and any specific risk or hazard identified. These will
be plotted on a drawing and a photographic record will be taken, which will be maintained as a record
throughout the stages of the contract.
Notification of the project commencement will be issued to all relevant parties, advising them of the
construction works and advising them of OB JAG Group’s proposed programme of works.

3. RISK ASSESSMENT
Our risk management is underpinned by risk assessment and method statement. Risk management
process requires consideration of issues such as occupational health, safety and environmental matters.
We aim to eliminate hazards, or reduce the risk if possible. Where hazards cannot be eliminated, identify
and implement appropriate measures to reduce and control the risk.

Risk Identification
This is the identification of the task to be carried out and the hazards associated with the tasks. The
individual or group of people who would be at risk of the hazards are also identified.

Risk Evaluation
All risks identified are evaluated. Their likelihood of occurrence and the impact are assessed.

Mitigation
Our risk mitigation strategy is outlined below.
❖ Use of collective protection mechanism.
❖ Provision of protective equipment.
❖ Combat risk at the source.
❖ Provide appropriate supervision and training.
❖ Provision of effective monitoring.
❖ Adapt the method of working to suit the individual.

4. SITE SET UP
The Contractor shall provide site accommodation and welfare facilities for the staff and the workforce
as well as visiting consultants. Storage facilities shall be provided on site for storage of materials and
tools. These will be tied into the already existing facilities for the client due to the restrictive nature
of the site

Site Safety Management

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Trained and competent persons shall be employed to carry out the works. All operatives shall be inducted
and trained on safety issues on site. All operatives will be provided with appropriate personal protective
equipment to prevent injury. The specific hazards/risks and mitigation strategy for carrying out the
maintenance of the project are provided in the risk assessment attached to this document. We would also
ensure that adequate management and supervision is provided to monitor and manage safety on site to
ensure compliance with safety standards and regulations.

5. SITE SECURITY
The nature of the works dictates that there must be a coordinated strategy between OB Jag
Group and the client. Our site management will carry out the following;

 Provide 24-hour security on site.

 Inspect the site at the close of works each day.
 Ensure access points are suitably secured when not in use, or outside working hours.
 Operate and enforce a signing - in/out system for all site personnel and visitors.
 Provide a list of 24-hour contact names and telephone numbers for emergency use.
 Mechanical and Electrical plant will be immobilized and secured at night and keys removed.
 Review of security procedures regularly.

OB JAG intends to allow client continue to control the access and egress to site.

6. LOGISTICS MANAGEMENT
The way in which the site is established and managed is critical to the success of the project. Our site
logistic management plan will entail the following.

Material Deliveries
Materials will be delivered on a just in time basis, unless the item is a high value or on a long lead in
fixed delivery date to avoid congestion of the site and for material storage facility on site. All materials
will be handled by our project manager in conjunction with supervisors to ensure timely offloading and
storage in a designated area to maintain the high housekeeping standard we expect.

Deliveries will be scheduled to reduce the impact of traffic to the local area and the impact on adjoining
neighbours. Deliveries will be restricted to agreed times with the client’s management team to minimize
impact of the construction activities on the operation of the existing facilities.

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Site Traffic Management

Vehicular and pedestrian access to the site compound will be from the main road. Delivery vehicles will
be provided with directions to the site and be required to turn off engines to avoid nuisance upon arrival.
No site access will be permitted during the busy peak hours of the day during normal working day.

7. FIRE STRATEGY AND EMERGENCY PLAN

A fire strategy and emergency plan will be prepared which will assess the fire hazards and associated risks
and outline fire prevention measures to be implemented taking full cognisance of the emergency
procedures. The plan will be regularly reviewed by the OB JAG Limited site management.

Fire escape routes shall be established and tied into the existing client’s arrangements and fire assembly
point. This will be augmented by regular education and displaying the Fire and Emergency Plan at prominent
locations on site. The fire and emergency procedures will be included and communicated to the
operatives at the site induction

The following precautions shall be introduced to manage fire and emergencies on site.
 Inspect the work area daily especially at the end of each shift
 No smoking allowed on site or in the site accommodation and welfare.
 Prohibit the storage of LPG, Oxygen and Acetylene on site
 Control the storage of other flammable materials

8. PROTECTION STRATEGY
We understand the critical importance of providing protection to the existing buildings and facilities
and would ensure that all such facilities are protected. We have gained great understanding and
knowledge from previous projects in tackling these issues and would ensure that all existing services
lines are diverted or protected as required in order not to disrupt operations of the existing buildings.
Existing service drawings will be obtained from the client prior to commencement of work.

9. ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT
OB JAG Group is committed to sustainable construction by using sustainable materials and construction
methods. Our environmental management plan includes; housekeeping, waste management, noise, dust
and debris control.

Housekeeping

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OB JAG Group strongly believes in the impact of a clean, tidy and organised site on health and safety,
quality of the completed works and the local environment. To ensure that this materializes, we will have
at least 30minutes of daily housekeeping for the duration of the contract, managed by OB JAG staff, to
ensure we achieve a high standard of housekeeping on and around the site.

Waste Management

A waste removal strategy will be developed during the pre-commencement period. This strategy will be
incorporated within all trade contractor orders. We will provide rubbish skips within the contractor’s site
area, which will be removed and replaced on a regular basis. All workers on site will be required to
transport and deposit their rubbish within this provision. The waste from site shall be properly disposed.

Noise, Dust and Debris Control

Management of noise and dust pollution as well as vibration control will be given a high priority. Giving
the close proximity of the works to occupied structures and high risk zone, OB JAG Limited will
ensure that acceptable levels of noise are adhered to at all times as well as statutory levels imposed
by the Environmental Health Officers. A construction project of this nature will inevitably generate both
noise and dust and we will investigate the potential effects and endeavour to minimise any potential
problems.

10. INDEPENDENT SAFETY AUDIT

All our sites are subject to independent site safety checks, inspection and reports by our independent
site safety inspectors and advisors. Employer’s direct contractors will be required to accord and be
subject to the same OB JAG Group safety procedures and requirements as our own trade contractors and
operatives, as outlined above. Safety inspections will also include the works of the employer’s direct
contractors if appropriate.

11. THE WORKS

SLOPE PROTECTION AND BRICK WALLING
GENERAL
Our baseline programme indicates our proposed timing and sequencing of operations necessary to achieve
project completion. We intend to complete work in four calendar months.
INITIAL WORK

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Prior to the commencement of the project works, the preliminary Health and Safety plan will be
prepared. This plan will be progressively refined and developed as trade package contractors and
specialists (if any) are appointed, and more specific and detailed methods, techniques and requirements
are established.

CLIENT CONTRACTOR CO-ORDINATION

Prior to commencement of works on site, OB JAG will attend meetings with the client representative to
co-ordinate staff access and material delivery routes, reporting procedures etc. Following commencement
of works, regular site meetings will be held to update the client on:

 Site progress
 Programme updates; key milestone achievements; specific site activities which the client should
be aware of.
 Health and Safety Reporting
 Quality of works
 General site issues including client feedback etc.

SITE SAFETY
Operatives will be provided with appropriate personal protective equipment to prevent exposure to
injury, dust and abrasion. Noise and dust generated by any demolition works will be confined within
the contractor’s site area.

SITE ESTABLISHMENT
The site will be established in accordance with acceptable good practice and the requirements of Ghana
National Gas Company as follows;

 Confirmation that all permissions and insurances are in place - Key Issue
 Check existing area and provide/update condition report where applicable as
well as determining existing adjoining building levels where applicable.
 Provide notice to neighbours of commencement of works.
 Establish Site Security.
 Establish Health and Safety requirements including;
 Appropriate Health & Safety signage and Notices.
 Establish Site Register and Sign In procedure.
 Induction of new site workers onto site.

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The following items f, g and h are expected to be used as part of the site office requirements and will be
maintained and/ or moved around inside the property as required by sequence of works

 Establish site office

 Establishment of site welfare facilities will be in accordance with the workplace (Health, Safety and
Welfare) Regulations
 Establish First Aid and Emergency procedures
 Demarcate materials storage area on site
 Identify incoming services, agree suitable methods for isolation with the CA and isolate cap off
and remove where applicable.
 Establish temporary power and maintain for the duration of the works
 Consult with OB JAG Construction Health and Safety Advisor prior to commencement and
assess whether identified safety needs are sufficient
 Site working hours to be 08:00 – 17:00 Monday – Saturday

12. RISK ASSESSMENT

FALLS FROM HEIGHT
All manual worked faces above 2 metres in height will have scaffold cladding and/or edge
protection/hydraulic platform. Any exposed internal dropping zones will receive edge protection. In the
event of exposed roof top traverse, crawling board, safety lines and static anchorage will be utilised. Ensure
daily toolbox talks with the team highlighting the risk of falling from heights.

PROTECTION AGAINST COLLAPSE OF STRUCTURE

The structure will be progressively worked from one common face. Care will be taken so as not to
destabilise the main supports. At the end of each shift, inspections by the supervisor in charge will
determine as to what temporary measure, if any, would have to be implemented until the commencement of
the next shift. Any suspended structure will not be used as temporary storage decks. All materials will be
placed directly onto the adjacent ground levels (unless adequate temporary support is introduced).

PERSONAL PROTECTION EQUIPMENT

All personnel must wear safety helmets at all times on site. Those involved in the use of cutting equipment
or straight sided cutting of wheels must wear eye protection. Those involved in the use of, or working in
close proximity to, equipment such as pneumatic hammers and cutting of wheels must wear hearing
protection.

CONTROL OF RECOGNISED SUBSTANCES HAZARDOUS TO HEALTH

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Prior to work commencing, site supervisor will liaise with the client's resident engineer. They will
provide identification tabs outlining possible types of residue which are likely to be present within
any vessels that are to be breached. Any nasal respiration and washing facilities will be issued as
standard modes of operation.

INJURY CAUSED BY WORKING PLANT

Designated access routes through site for haulage vehicles to be adhered to. Heavy plant to have
Banksmen in constant attendance. Reverse horns and lights to be implemented in confined
pedestrian areas. Pedestrian and traffic management during heavy plant accessing and egressing the
site.

INJURY CAUSED BY LIVE SERVICES ETC.

Identify underground service lines and mark clearly. Check with Utility Engineer in respect of
disconnections. In the event of works close to live service lines, all work modes to be undertaken by
hand techniques. Exercise common sense and good housekeeping at all times. External perimeter
to be policed during sensitive maneuvers. Areas beneath demolition to be cordoned off. Constant
evaluation of site safety.

INHALATION OF HARMFUL SUBSTANCE (DUST AND CEMENT FUMES)

The appropriate personal protective equipment such as nose masks, gloves, safety boots, overalls,
goggles etc. will be worn at all times by workers especially by the team in charge of concrete works.
Water will be used as a dust suppressant when required.

13. PROGRAMME AND CONTRACT ADMINISTRATION

Throughout the contract, OB JAG Limited will maintain the updated, tracked and monitored
Construction Programme for the works. In order to ensure that the programme is adhered to, OB
JAG Group will hold regular on-site progress meetings when necessary. At these meetings, other
issues such as quality and safety will be discussed in detail to ensure that they fully comply with the
contract requirements. Prior to handover of the works, OB JAG Group will carry out their own
snagging of the works, with the aim of achieving ‘zero’ defects at practical completion. 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.

14. COMPLETION AND HANDOVER

As built information including drawings and Operation and Maintenance Manual will be prepared and
handed over to the client at practical completion.

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15. CONCLUSION
The above method statement has been developed specifically to demonstrate our understanding of the
project requirements and the detailed methodology required to carry out a project of this nature. It is not
however all encompassing and prior to the commencement of each stage or work activity specific risk
assessment and method statements will be produced and agreed with the project consultants and the OB
JAG Group Site Management Team. OB JAG Group also has a team which will provide support to the
client during and after the completion of the project.

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