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Method Statement for Backfilling Works

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Revision History

Sn. Description Rev. No. Date Status

01 1st Submission A 30-03-2023

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Checked and Approvals

Printed initials in the boxes confirmed that the documents have been reviewed and approved.

Sn. Name Position Signature Date

Checked By:

Reviewed By:

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

1. OBJECTIVE & SCOPE ..................................................................................................... 4

2. REFERENCES ................................................................................................................ 4

3. TERMS AND DEFINITIONS ............................................................................................. 4

4. RESOURCES ................................................................................................................. 4

4.1 Approved Material ............................................................................................................5

4.2 Approved Sub-contractor and PQ documents. ......................................................................5
4.3 Shop drawings ..................................................................................................................5
4.4 Equipment’s required and third-party certifications. ..............................................................5
4.5 Human resources and RACI Matrix (Contact details to be provided) ........................................5
4.6 Roles, Responsibilities and Authorities .................................................................................5

5. HSE REQUIREMENTS .................................................................................................... 7

6. DETAILED CONSTRUCTION SEQUENCE............................................................................ 8

6.1 Site Planning & Preparation........................................................................................... 8

6.2 Work Methodology ...................................................................................................... 9

6.3 Inspection Requirements ............................................................................................ 11

7. Construction Program ................................................................................................ 11

8. Quality Control Requirements ..................................................................................... 11

9. Third Party Approval Requirements, If Any .................................................................... 12

10. Appendices ............................................................................................................... 12

APPENDIX 1 - INSPECTION AND TEST PLAN (ITP) ..........................................................13

APPENDIX 2 - QUALITY INSPECTION CHECKLIST ..........................................................14
APPENDIX 3 - HSE RISK ASSESSMENT ...........................................................................15

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1. OBJECTIVE & SCOPE
The purpose of this method statement is to define the methodology for execution of
backfilling and compaction procedure related to earthworks of underground structures & to
describe and refer the sequence of activities, utilization of resources, documents & drawings
involved, maintaining & recording documents & data to meet project specific & contractual
obligations.

2. REFERENCES

Codes of practice/Legislative code

- OSHAD SF CoP

- Specification details
- 033000 CAST-IN PLACE CONCRETE

- 071416 COLD FLUID-APPLIED WATERPROOFING

- 311000 SITES CLEARING

- 312000 EARTH MOVING

- 312319 DEWATERING

- 313116 ANTI-TERMITE TREATMENT

3. TERMS AND DEFINITIONS

Abbreviation For
PM Project Manager
CM Construction Manager
Owner Bloom District Properties – Sole Proprietorship LLC
Engineer Dar Al-Handasah
PE/SE Project Engineer / Site Engineer
QA/QC Engineer Quality Assurance & Quality Control Engineer
ITP Inspection & Test Plan
IR / MIR Inspection Request/ Material Inspection Request
Contractor ELM (Emirates Link Maltauro)
HSE Health Safety & Environment
MS Method Statement
4. RESOURCES

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4.1 Approved Material

Only approved material will be used for the backfilling works.

4.2 Approved Sub-contractor and PQ documents.

All the work will be carried out by ELM and if required to hire subcontractors, the ELM will submit
PQ to get approval.

4.3 Shop drawings

All the work will be carried out as per shop drawing.

4.4 Equipment’s required and third-party certifications.

Total Station 1 Setting Out for Construction
Automatic Level 1 Leveling
Excavator As required Excavation, Spreading and Leveling
Dump Trucks As required Hauling
Plate Compactor As required Compaction
Water Tanker As required Water transportation.
Water Pump As required Water spraying and removal.
Wheel Loader As required Unloading the backfill material.
Bobcat As required Spreading & Leveling in small scale.
Hammer As required Driving of Steel Pins
Steel Chisel As required Chipping
Hand Shovel As required Spreading the material.
Safety Equipment As required.

4.5 Human resources and RACI Matrix (Contact details to be provided)

S. No Designation Name Contact Number Remarks

01 Project Manager Ahmad Zeiter 0561266555
02 Construction Manager Ahmad Abdel Ghani 0555458894
03 Project Quality Manager Mohsin Khan 0589899902
04 Project Safety Manager Najm Ul Hassan 0562526739
05 Project Engineer Hany Ghonimy 0501208474
06 QAQC Engineer Muhammad Aamir 0503272119
07 QAQC Inspector Anu Sadanandan 0501651767
08 Site Engineer Hisham Alkhatib 0502387928
09 General Foreman Ram Singh 0568038622

4.6 Roles, Responsibilities and Authorities

Project Manager / Construction Manger
Project Manager/Construction Manager are responsible for overall implementation of this method
statement, and to ensure that project engineer, site engineer and general foreman are well informed
of its required, PM/CM are responsible for

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• Providing all resources in terms of manpower, equipment, and material.
• Controlling the coordination between all involved parties to ensure safety, quality and schedule
requirements are met.
• Controlling the progress of work and ensuring all the submittal are made on time and approved
well before starting certain activity.
• Controlling the progress of work and ensuring final approval is obtained at least 24 hours before
casting schedule date.
• Review & approve the MS & material in coordination with QA/QC & relevant subcontractor.

Project Engineer /Site Engineer

PE/SE are responsible for the following.
• Organize & deploy the manpower as per site requirements & making sure the required machines
and tools are in good working conditions.
• PE/SE will make sure all the foreman and labor involved in the activity have attend the HSE toolbox
prior start working at site.
• PE/SE will make sure all the work is performed as per approved drawings and method statement.
• Check the work at site prior QA/QC inspection making sure work is ready for inspection as per
approved drawings and project specification.
• PE/SE will make sure timely IR will be raised in coordination with QA/QC engineer to get timely
approval to proceed with next activity.

QA/QC Manager / QC Engineer

QA/QC team is responsible for the following.
• QA/QC engineer will ensure all the work is carried out in accordance with the contract specification,
approved drawings, and approved project quality plan.
• Timely raise of ITR as per approved ITP & make sure work is done as per approved drawings and
MS prior consultant approval.
• Visit the site prior consultant visit and make sure work are done as per drawings, specification and
approved method statement.
• Arrange consultant visit and seek their 1st time approval.
• Arrange other relevant clearances to proceed with casting.

HSE Manager / HSE Engineer

The HSE team is responsible for the following.
• Prior commencement of activity, HSE engineer will brief the work force induction talk on project site
safety requirements.
• Maintain records of accidents & enforce PPE on all staff.

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• Inspecting Sites and making sure all the machines and equipment deployed at site complied with fitness
standard.
• Monitoring and providing support during construction of facilities and equipment.
• Identifying hazardous situations and safety-controlled actions.
• Keeping and maintaining company safety records.
• Identify & manage risks associated with the project environment and processes while complying with
regulatory requirements & corporate standard.
• Responsible for Maintain a proactive and demonstrable safety performance that includes compliance
with all safety, health & environmental policies and procedures.
• Manage & submit HSE reports as required.
• Work effectively with various departments throughout the project to resolve compliance issues.

General Foreman
General Foreman is responsible for following.
• Proper distribution of work force as per requirement of work.
• Continuous coordination and follow up of site engineer’s instruction to meet requirements outlined
in method statement during excavation, construction and finishing activities.
• Coordination with site safety officer to maintain safe workplace.
• To ensure that all the workers have the required information and knowledge of their duties.
• Ensure when labor wear suitable eye protection and mask where necessary.
• Ensure materials are being safely stored.

Site Surveyor
The site surveyor is responsible for the following.
• Check layout and level for form work as per drawings.
• Report to CM/PM if any discrepancy found in site condition & drawings and take advice for further
action prior proceeding with next activity.
• Making sure all the equipment used in survey must be calibrated as per planned interval.

5. HSE REQUIREMENTS

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• Compliance with legal requirements.
• Compliance with system framework OSHAD SF CoP.
• Compliance with ADM requirements.
• All workers must be inducted before the start of work.
• MSRA Need to communicate to all the workers.
• TBT should be conducted, and evidence need to maintain.
• Third party Competency certificates are required for all technical job.
• All plants and equipment must be third party certified.
• Close supervision of the area and proactive monitoring of activities.
• Welfare facilities to be provided to the work force at site.
• Site foreman HSE crew should be vigilant at site.
• PTW work must be obtained before the start of the job.
• Internal HSE inspections should be conducted.
• Machinery, Plant must be inspected with aid of checklist.
• All the workers must use PPE’s.

Emergency Phone Numbers

SN. DESCRIPTION CONTACT NUMBER

01 POLICE 999

02 AMBULANCE 998

03 CIVIL DEFENCE 997

04 ADDC Emergency 991

05 DAR Emergency Details to be provided

06 Contractor PM 0561266555
07 Contractor CM 0555458894

08 Contractor HSE 0562526739

6. DETAILED CONSTRUCTION SEQUENCE

6.1 Site Planning & Preparation

Refer to approved baseline schedule for the duration of backfilling works.

Preparation
a. Contractor shall ensure that all gate passes, permits, tools, materials for safety precautions,
manpower and equipment are available before commencement of work.
b. The Site Team shall make sure that access roads are always clear of any obstruction and the site
is always accessible.
Site Clearance

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c. Before commencing the work, the area shall be cleared of all debris, materials, or other
obstructions.
Traffic Management
d. The Site Team with the assistance of the Safety Officers shall coordinate logistics and materials
movement through site following the direction and road signs displayed on site.
e. The Work Permits and Operator Certificates shall be compiled and files for reference by authorized
personnel.
Pre-construction Safety Meetings
The meeting shall be scheduled prior to the beginning of the work and before any Sub-contractor
starts on the project.
f. General contractual safety, health, and environmental requirements.
g. Traffic safety will be discussed to emphasize these meetings.
h. General contractual Safety, Health, and Environmental requirements.
i. Roles of the contractor, subcontractors, Engineers, and all project workers.
j. Accident reporting requirements.
k. Specific details of the work to be performed along with the use of personal protective equipment.
l. Emergency procedure.

6.2 Work Methodology

Excavation for Formation Level

1. The area to be excavated shall be properly marked and clear before starting the works.
2. A surveyor shall periodically check the depth of the excavation to avoid over excavation.
3. the bank of the excavated area shall be slopped 30 degrees and shall be maintained to avoid a
collapse of the back into the excavated area.
4. All excavated material shall be kept a minimum of 1 meter from the edge of excavation or shall
be stockpiled to the area designed approved the engineer.
5. For all excavation activities, adequate safety barriers, signboards, advance warning signs would
be used.
6. As soon the excavation reaches the required depth/elevation the surface shall be leveled and
shall be compacted to 95% of maximum dry density or MDD.
7. All the excavated material determined as suitable by engineers will be utilized as backfill
material.
8. After excavation is completed, ELM shall inform the engineer for approval of depth of
excavation prior to further structural work.
9. All rock and other hard foundation shall be cleared and cut to a firm surface and level as
required.
10. After all soft spots have been made good, the formation shall be finally formed to the required
lines and profiles.
11. Conduct field density test for formation level.
12. Compaction method shall be with roller/plate compactor.
13. Field density test shall be arranged with 3rd party laboratory and engineer will be invited for
witness and results shall be submitted for approval.

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Backfilling Work

1. All the excavated material shall be approved and stored at the designated stockpile area.
2. Excavated materials shall be carried out by using shovel & excavator bucket near the stockpiles.
3. Sufficient number guides to be provided and follow for layer thickness (shall not exceed a
thickness of 300 mm to the levels and will be 250 mm +/- 1% after compaction).
4. The material shall be placed in a layer where the maximum loose (uncompacted) thickness of
each layer shall not exceed 300mm +/- 3%.
5. Ensure that any unsuitable material does not appear in backfilling. Where unsuitable material
appears, it shall be removed.
6. Water shall be used for the compaction of all fill materials within the area of excavation.
7. Backfilling/compaction shall not be stopped at vertical height, for further continuation of
backfilling steps to be provided in each layer, if required.
8. Filling and compaction shall be done fairly in level, undesired elevations and undulations should
be avoided.
9. Water shall be mixed as necessary to ensure the moisture content of the whole layer is +/- 3%
of the optimum moisture content for compaction.
10. Area for backfill material dumping shall be cleaned and barricaded properly prior to starting to
shift.
11. Loose materials shall be removed and area to be cleaned prior to backfilling works.
12. The surveyor shall mark the reference level and top level to be achieved on sides of the
excavation and foreman shall mark each layer level on different locations by using the spray
paint to control & monitor the thickness of compacted layers.
13. In case of insufficient space, backfilling material has to be lowered down mechanically and laid
manually.
14. Plate compactor and moisturizing of the fill material shall be carried out during the compaction
process to meet the required optimum moisture content.
15. Due to excess water/compaction, if air pocket sponge area found then those areas shall be
scratched and replaced with backfill material and shall be compacted.
16. The inspection shall be offered to the Engineer for approval of each layer after completion of
satisfactory compaction i.e., to achieve a minimum CBR of 30% at a compaction of 95% of the
maximum dry density (MDD).
17. Material shall be watered and mixed as necessary to ensure that prior to compaction the
moisture content of whole layer is +/- 3% of the optimum moisture content. Compaction of
layer shall be continued until a density of at least 95% of MDD shall be achieved.
18. Provisions and measures shall be taken to protect the Water Proofing Membrane during
backfilling Ensure underground Concrete protection and Water Proofing is completed and
inspected before proceeding with backfilling around and near the structure.
19. Where required, waterproofing shall be applied up to sufficient height and to be inspected by
The Engineer prior to starting the backfilling work.

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20. If required, ensure all underground services are provided and approved prior to proceeding for
backfilling.
21. The backfill shall be brought to the suitable level above grade to provide for anticipated
settlement and unless indicated otherwise, is to be sloped away from the structure.
22. Backfilling material around the structure shall only be hand placed. Compaction of backfilling
within one meter of the structure shall only be achieved by manually operated tools &
equipment. Towed or self-propelled vibrating rollers or heavy compaction equipment’s shall
not be used within one meter of any structure.
23. The installation of cable ducts for services entries and service pipework is to be completed and
concrete encasement should be provided before placing of the fill to receive the ground slab.
(Suspended slab areas to be filled in one time and provide 1000-gauge polythene sheet on the
top of the filled soil).

6.3 Inspection Requirements

Refer to Appendix 1 ITP

7. Construction Program
All the work activity will be performed as per an approved baseline program.

8. Quality Control Requirements

Backfilling is a crucial process in construction and engineering projects that involves filling up
excavated areas or trenches with suitable material to support the structure or to provide a stable
foundation. Quality control is an essential aspect of the backfilling process to ensure that the work
is carried out to the required standards and specifications. Here are some of the quality control
requirements for backfilling works:

Materials Testing: Before backfilling, the soil, or other materials to be used must be tested to ensure
that they meet the required specifications. The tests should include soil compaction tests, moisture
content tests, and particle size analysis.

Compaction Control: Proper compaction is essential for backfilled materials to provide the required
stability and support. The compaction process should be carefully controlled, and the density of the
backfilled material should be tested regularly to ensure that it meets the required standards.

Inspection and Verification: The backfilling work should be inspected regularly to ensure that it is
being carried out according to the plans and specifications. A qualified engineer should also verify
the work to ensure that it meets the necessary requirements.

Drainage and Water Management: Proper drainage is essential to prevent the backfilled materials
from becoming saturated and losing their stability. The backfilling work should include adequate
drainage systems and water management measures to ensure that the materials remain stable and
reliable.

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Safety and Environmental Considerations: Backfilling works should be carried out with due
consideration for safety and the environment. The work area should be properly marked and
protected, and the backfilled materials should not pose any risks to people or the environment.

By following these quality control requirements for backfilling works, construction and engineering
projects can ensure that the backfilled materials are stable, reliable, and meet the required
specifications.

9. Third Party Approval Requirements, If Any

M-SCA-033000-STR-006-A Prequalification for M/s Arab center as a third party for soil,
concrete, and material testing.

10.Appendices

10.1 Inspection and Test Plan (ITP)

10.2 Quality Inspection Checklist
10.3 HSE Risk Assessment

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APPENDIX 1 - INSPECTION AND TEST PLAN (ITP)

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APPENDIX 2 - QUALITY INSPECTION CHECKLIST

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APPENDIX 3 - HSE RISK ASSESSMENT

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