Rehabilitation of the electricity warehouse east of the highway (Al-

Haramain road – Huda Al-Sham) in the municipality of Jeddah

Governorate (16923)

Asphalt Works
Method statement

Project Number: 001/0314/00/00/4

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 TABLE OF CONTENT
1- TITLE

2-SCOPE OF WORK PAGE

2.0. Scope of Work…………………………………………………… 3

2.1. Purpose…………………………………………………………… 4
2.3 Responsibilities………………………………………............ 4
2.4. Tools……………………………………………………………... 8
2.5. Equipment………………………………………………………... 9
2.6. Materials…………………………………………………………. 9
2.7. Site Planning……………………………………………………... 10
2.8. Site Clearance……………………………………………………. 11
2.9. Plant & Equipment………………………………………………. 11
2.10. Prior Activities…………………………………………………. 13
2.11. Preparation of the Surface……………………………………… 13
2.13. Metrology ……………………………………………………… 14
2.14. Quality Assurance Requirements………………………………. 22

3- HEALTH &SAFTY……………............................ 22
3.1- Safety …………………..…………………………………………… 22
3.3. Risk Assessment …………………………………………………… 24

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1-Method statement of Asphalt
2.0. Scope of Work

The asphalt work method statement defines the responsibilities,

execution procedure, quality aspect, safety factors, and
mandatory documents for the activity.

- This procedure is applicable to the following works

associated with the project.

- This method statement outlines the procedures to be followed

in construction.of the bituminous pavement layers.

- It shall be carried out in the site area of the project according to

Technical & General Specifications and approved drawings.

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2.1. Purpose
To ensure that the bituminous pavement layers are executed
safely and in accordance with the contract requirements and
that all quality assurance/ control activities are conducted in a
systematic manner, works are inspected and conformance is
verified and documented.

2.3. Responsibilities
2.3.1. Project Manager
-Responsible for accomplishing the stated project objectives
which include creating clear and attainable project objectives,
building the project requirements, and managing the
constraints of the project management triangle, which are cost,
time, scope, and quality.

-The Project Manager shall be responsible for ensuring that the

Project Quality Plan and the Inspection and Testing
Procedures, Asphaltic Concrete Method Statement, HSE safety
and all contractual documentations are maintained up to date
and accessible to all parties.

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2.3.2. Construction Manager
 Responsible for overall construction activities ensuring
that all quality and safety procedures are implemented
and required approved permits are obtained.

2.3.3. Site Engineer

 Performs their duties on the different branches of
construction activity pavement works, and all types of
activities related to the site works.

 Performs their duties in the manner in which they have

been correctly trained and instructed.

 Comply at all times with approved QC procedures.

 Monitors production services and materials and report to

the Project Manager any non-complying activities.

 Responsible for the quality of materials supplied and used

for the construction activities.

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  Supervise the execution of works in the Site to ensure that
the work phase required and assigned by the Project
Manager is accomplished within the approved time, plan,
specification and standards.

 Supervise and ensure all the works are carried out as per
the safest manner complying with the approved Project
HS&E plan requirements.

2.3.4. Site Foreman

 To liaise with the Site Engineer and Supervisor for the
works execution.

2.3.5. Site Supervisor

 Supervise closely, the activities designated to them and
ensure that all instructions and safety procedure are
followed and strictly adhered to.

 Supervise the works to ensure that technical, quality,

safety and purchase order requirements are met.

 Attend daily site meeting and communicate his daily

report with the Project/Site Engineer; Participate in
training and development of his subordinates.
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  Organize with the Project/Site Engineer to ensure the
availability of plant, equipment and labor to his designated
work activities.

 Closely monitor the usage of consumable and materials by

his crew in order to minimize wastage.

 Assess craftsmanship of subordinates under his control.

2.3.6. HSE Manager

 Health, safety and environmental (HSE) managers
generally plan, coordinate and implement issues and
directives within the organization. They ensure safe
environmental working conditions for all employees.

2.3.7. Chief Surveyor

 Carry out pre-construction survey to fix the locations and
corresponding elevations as per the approved shop
drawings.

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  Ensure the quality and compliance during phases of
surveying works and the regular checking of the surveying
equipment or periodic calibration from third party.

 Ensure validity and serial number of calibration certificates

is available and posted in the survey equipment.

 Ensure proper safety guarding of surveying equipment.

 To maintain the records of all surveying equipment

handled.

2.4. Tools
Shovel
Spreader
Wheelbarrow
Air compressor/electric air blower
Drilling machine
Measuring tapes
Markers
Warning tape
Traffic Cones
Safety Barriers
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Grading Stakes
Temporary Signages

2.5. Equipment

Paving Machine-Vogele
Pneumatic Tire Roller
Steel Roller
Plate Compactors
Skid Steer Loader/Bobcat
Road Brush Mounted Skid Loader

2.6. Materials
Aggregates: Course and fine gabbro aggregates will be from
approved sources.

The bitumen binder shall be mentioned in project details. All

tests shall be carried out
as per the approved Inspection and Test Plan (ITP). The
bitumen shall meet the requirements International Standards
and test methods. The PMB shall comply with
the contract specification.

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In addition to an asphalt mix design submission, the
laboratories and standardization affairs (lsa) shall require a
copy of a valid calibration certificate.

Hot mix asphalt (hma) should meet all requirements for

levelness, thickness, and homogeneity.

2.7. Site Planning

Preparation of Asphaltic Concrete

Manpower, and equipment are available before

commencement of work.

Prior to mobilizing on-site, all major equipment must be

checked and approved by a third party.

The site team shall make sure that access roads are always
clear from any obstruction and the site is always accessible.

Provision of access and egress such as ladders, steps, ramps, or

other safe means of egress and be with reasonable distance.

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2.8. Site Clearance
Before commencing the work, the area shall be cleared of all
debris, materials, or other obstructions.

2.9. Plant & Equipment

The major equipment used for this construction works includes,
but are not limits to the followings;
Asphalt Mix Plant - Bituminous Mixture Mixing
Dump Trucks - Hauling Hot Asphalt materials
Asphalt Paver - Spreading & Leveling
Water Bowser - To fill up the Rollers and clean the surface
Bitumen Distributor - Application of bitumen materials
Hand Sprayer - Bond Coat Spraying
Survey Equipment - For setting out
Steel-Tired Roller - For compaction
Pneumatic-Tired Roller - Secondary Compaction
Steel Roller - Third Compaction and Smoothing
Plate Compactor - For edge compaction
Core Cutting Machine - Core Cutting for Testing
Crew Cab & Service Cab - Labor Transportation & Service works
Air Compressor - Clean the surface
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Rolling Straight Edge - Measure the tolerance
Hand Tools - Rakes, shovels, hand compactors, leveling and
smoothing tools, Pavement saw machines, heaters, cleaning
tools, hand brooms, small vibratory compactors, liquid asphalt
painting, and all other tools that may be needed.

-HSSE
a. Approved safety plan procedures shall be strictly followed.
b. Where possible hazards may arise from filling activities, the
necessary safety measures will be taken to prevent accident or
injury at all times. This may include barriers, warning tape/ net,
signage, watchman, and proper lighting.
c. Where work upon existing services may be required, the
necessary work permits and safety equipment should be
obtained prior to the activity commencement.
d. HSSE will enforce that Personal Protective Equipment be
worn by site personnel at all times during construction
activities.
e. Provisions of adequate cool drinking water, shade, and salt
water tablets will be in place.

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2.10. Prior Activities
a. The Surveyor will locate and mark all live services that are
present in the site (This includes above ground services as well
as buried services).
b. These services (Electric, Telephone, Gas, Oil, Chemical,
Water, Drainage, etc) will be clearly marked using stakes and
warning tapes. Near these services, special precautions will be
undertaken and coordination with the Engineer will be carried
out to avoid any damages during the filling and compaction
process.
c. Any existing service if exposed during previous excavation
will be clearly marked, protected, and properly supported
during all activities.

2.11. Preparation of the Surface

Prior to application of tack coat, the concrete structural slabs
surface shall be swept clean of loose material using the road
brush-mounted skid loader and air compressor and manual
cleaning to the satisfaction of the inspector.
Tack coat shall be applied on concrete structural slabs surface.

The tack coat shall be applied when the weather is not foggy,
rainy, windy; and stormy.

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The tack coat shall be applied uniformly by using a Liquid
Bitumen Distributor. Application temperature shall be between
10°C-60°C and as per the consultant’s instruction.

The surface of any nearby structures, curb stones, and other

fixed objects adjacent to areas being treated shall be protected
in such a manner as to prevent they’re being spattered or
marred.

During application, it shall be observed that no ponds in

hollows will take place and in the event, it does occur, the
excess material shall be removed immediately. Sufficient time
shall be allowed after application to ensure that the emulsion
breaks completely and it is in a proper condition of tackiness to
receive asphalt wearing course. During this period the area
coated shall be closed to traffic.

Before the start of asphalt laying, the tack coat applied area
shall be protected from traffic movements

2.13. Metrology
2.13.1. Paving Plan for Asphalt
Wearing Course
The paving operations will be performed asphalt paving
machine equipped with multiplex ski beams on each side.

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2.13.2. Procedure
1- Binder Layer (Asphaltic base course)
a- Prior to the placement of bituminous base course layer, the
sub-base course will be cleaned and prepared by removal of
dust and deleterious materials by air jetting or mechanically
sweeping or by any approved means. The cleaned course will
be afterwards lightly made wet prior to the application of the
prime coat
b- An approved priming coat of grade shall be applied to the
non-bituminous sub-base layer at the rate liters per
m2inaccordance with Technical specifications. Prime coat is a
cutback bitumen spray that shall be applied (50~70 oC) to all
surfaces of the crushed aggregate base course. Blotter sand is
used to correct areas with excess prime coat materials.
c- The Bitumen Distributor shall be calibrated before use. The
distributor shall be self-powered and full circulation spray bars
adjustable laterally and vertically. Heating and Mixing of
bituminous materials will be carryout accordance with T.S.
d- Sufficient time (48 Hour Min.) will be allowed for the curing
of the prime coats before placing the following bituminous
pavement layers.

e- The asphaltic concrete mixtures shall be transported to

project site by strong clean trucks with smooth steel surfaces.

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The surfaces shall always be clean and free from any oil or
dilutes or any materials which may affect the properties of
asphalt mixtures. When necessary, the surfaces may be sprayed
with a thin layer of lubricant to prevent sticking the mixtures
with the surfaces. The transported asphaltic concrete materials
shall be covered at cold times or in case of the mixing plant is
far away from the project site to minimize the heat loss of the
mix.

f- Placing and compaction of Binder bituminous layer will be

carried out in accordance. Asphalt lay down will proceeds from
start to end direction along the Road. Placement of Binder
course shall begin along the centerline of a Road or on the high
side of areas with a one-way slope. The mixture shall be placed
in consecutive adjacent strips towards the uphill direction of
the Road as opposed to the downhill direction.
g- The paver will setup include the cut wooden blocks for the
paver screed to rest upon at the start of each paving day. The
wooden block will reflect the actual loose thickness of the
asphalt concrete before compaction.
h- Depending on the available area, pavers will maximize to
continuous operation. Every control point will be checked for
elevation at the beginning of the works and while processing
the work.

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i- Two separate equipped work teams will execute for asphalt
placement at adjacent lanes in echelon simultaneously.

j- Thickness and cross slope will be controlled by one gauge

man with the Asphalt paver, which shall be equipped with
measure, depth stick and ruler.
k- Transverse joint shall be saw cut and carefully removed and
painted with bituminous tack coat before new material is
placed against it.
l- The longitudinal joint in one course shall offset the
longitudinal joint in the Specified however, the joint in the
surface top course shall be at the centerline of final pavements
surface.
m- Transverse joints in one course shall be offset by at least 3 m
from transverse joints in the previous course. Special care is
required to avoid longitudinal pavement construction joints
along the car gearwheel path.

n- Any irregularities such as unevenness and/or deficient

thickness that appear (before initial compaction) will be
checked visually and by using rolling straight edge. Then
immediately make the rectifications. The mixture will be
loosened by raking, and as the case may be, material will be
added, to correct the irregularity. Undue surface coarseness
shall be remedied by the addition of finer material via hand
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sieves. Rolling straight edge will be continuously used to check
the evenness of the surface.

o- Sufficient compaction equipment shall be provided and

compaction shall continue until each lot of asphaltic concrete
pavement is compacted.

2.13.3. Transportation of Wearing

Course
Tippers and trucks will be provided to convey the wearing
course mix, from the mixing plant to the site. These tippers will
be lightly sprayed with a very thin layer of lubricant material to
prevent the mixture from sticking to the tipper body.

The number of trucks utilized will depend on the haulage

distance and the quantity of material required, a sufficient
number of trucks/trailers will be used at the commencement of
production. Asphalt material shall be as much as possible
supplied continuously to the pavers and shall be laid as soon as
possible after delivery.

All precautions shall be taken to protect the mix from the

weather during transit and while waiting to discharge.

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2.13.4. Compaction
One rolling pass is defined as being the movement of a roller
from the start-point, to the asphalt-paver and back to the start-
point, noting that rollers must keep a five-meter safety
distance’ from any plant in the direction of travel.

Below is an example of a rolling pattern however, the final

rolling pattern will be established based on the approved site
mock-up incorporating all tests reports to be submitted for final
approval of the consultant.

Breakdown rolling will follow immediately behind the paving

machine, with a steel wheel vibratory roller will follow closely
behind the paver, moving in an orderly manner, starting from
the edge and progressing towards the center, maintaining an
overlap as the rolling continues.

The rolling shall start from the low side and to be progressing
toward the higher side in the longitudinal direction of the road.

The first pass for the breakdown rolling with steel wheel roller
will be a static-without vibration. Thereafter, there will be a
maximum number of 3 further passes with vibration.

The vibratory roller speed shall not exceed 4-5 km/h.

To prevent adhesion of the mix to steel-wheeled rollers, the
wheels shall be kept properly moistened but excess water shall
not be permitted.
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Immediately after completion of the rolling by the steel-
wheeled roller, a 14 tons pneumatic smooth tire roller will be
deployed to continue the rolling in a similar way by making 12
passes.
Fresh asphalt sticks to PTR (Pneumatic Tire Roller) cold tires.
Sticking may be a problem the first few minutes until the tires
heat up therefore it is recommended that the PTR runs up and
down on adjacent hard paved surfaces until the tires are
warmed. The application of vegetable oil (light application)
shall be allowed to avoid sticking the fresh asphalt to tires.
When applying vegetable oil to tires, a long lance is ideally used
so that the application operator is kept well away from the
running path of the PTR.

The spray man must apply the spray with the roller direction of
travel moving away from – never with the roller moving
towards him.

The final finish will be accomplished when the compacted

surface has stabilized and does not show signs of displacement
or cracking, by deploying a steel-wheeled roller without
vibration for a further two (2) passes.

2.13.4. Construction Joint-Asphalt

Paving Work
Construction joints shall be prepared by cutting the layer
vertically down with an asphalt saw cutting machine or a
jackhammer.
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2.13.5. Fueling of Paving Equipment
The layer of the wearing course shall be protected from oil/fuel
spills by the contractor.
Fueling of equipment is strictly prohibited on the paving surface
and it shall be done outside the paving area.
In case any oil/fuel spills are found on the pavement surface,
they shall be rectified to the satisfaction of the inspector before
continuing with paving.

2.13.6. Inspection, Test and Sampling

Request for Inspection and Testing will be submitted prior to
and after execution of works.

Bituminous materials will undergo QC sampling and testing at

the mixing plant for specification compliance regarding
aggregate gradation binder content and Marshall Design
properties.

Asphalt core cutting test to be carried out to confirm the

quality of the works like the density of the asphalt, the
thickness of the layer, air permeability, asphalt compression
strength, asphalt mix test, etc.

Testing shall be conducted by approved third-party laboratory.

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2.14. Quality Assurance Requirements
Ensure that work is executed as per approved shop drawing,
method statement for asphalt, and records are generated
referring to approved ITP.

Best management practices shall also be considered which may

be stated by product manufacturer or suppliers.

Authority requirements will take precedence over all

requirements in case authority approval is to be secured.

For non-authority approval activities, the approved latest

project specification will take precedence.

It is to ensure that regular toolbox training related to work

quality is conducted and records are maintained.

3. Health & safety

3.1. Safety
Protective and Safety Equipment
All workers Involved shall be equipped with adequate PPE as
stated below:
a. Safety Helmet with Company Logo
b. Safety Boots
c. High Visibility Vest
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d. Safety Goggles
e. Hand Gloves
f. Coveralls

3.1.0. Information to Personnel

a. Safety Induction
b. Job Training
c. Superintendents Notices/Memos

3.1.1. Safety Requirements

a. All necessary personal/protective equipment (PPE), as well as
harness, be provided.

b. Banksman, wearing distinctive vests, shall be assigned to

help operators maneuver their equipment.

c. The equipment operators shall possess the required licenses

and certificates.

d. Generated dust shall be controlled by periodic water

spraying.

e. The project safety officer is responsible along with the

project zone site engineer for ensuring that all
operations are carried out with due regard to the safety of all
project personnel & property.

f. All working activity shall comply with the client’s safe work
method statement.

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g. First aid material.

h. General management of protection/operation hazards are to

be observed.

3.2. Risk assessment

-Abstract
Hot Mix Asphalt (HMA) is used in the construction of highway
roads, parking lots and other pavement repairs in the
worldwide.

During asphalt pavement installation, a large amount of asphalt

fume containing volatile organic compounds (VOCs) is emitted,
causing potential health risks to construction workers.

The field data investigation in this paper reports the

concentration of VOCs around the workers on site using
the Photo Ionization Detection (PID) device.

Additionally, this paper presents a health risk evaluation model

based on the Monte Carlo simulation to assess the carcinogenic
and non-carcinogenic risks of workers during pavement
construction.

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More specifically, distribution and sensitivity analyses illustrate
the factors that pose the greatest health risks caused by certain
VOCs.

The study calls for better health risk controls by targeting the
emission sources, propagating pathways, and individual
receptors of the VOCs to protect workers’ health
during pavement construction.

This paper contributes to the knowledge of VOCs generated

from HMA and the potential health risks to construction
workers, as well as suggests the implementation of new
requirements for pavement construction codes and safety
regulations.

-Conclusions
VOCs are recognized as mixed harmful gases that can place
both people and the environment in jeopardy.
A considerable number of VOCs are generated during asphalt
pavement construction, and present negative effects on
workers’ health.
Only rarely have there been studies on the carcinogenic and
non-carcinogenic risks on these workers, making the health of
asphalt workers unprotected by laws or codes.

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This paper studied the concentration of VOCs obtained by on-
site measurements.Risks
-Ergonomic –Repetitive Motion, Injuries, working from afixed
position for prolonged, periods of time.
-Training on how to avoid ergonomic risks. Ability to vary
workers position i.e. chair height, work surfaces angles etc.
Ability to take breaks as needed to alleviate stress
- Musculoskeletal From erecting hoardings, traffic barriers,
barricades and posting safety signage.
Workers assigned as material handlers.

-Training regarding good lifting techniques and how to

recognize your own limitations.
- Team work if it looks like two or even three workers.

-Where possible utilize mechanical means to move large

materials Stress good lifting techniques during tool box talks
prior to and during this project.

-Risks

-TASK HAZARDS
- Lack of, or Improper, Training and Education

• Machine Operators must be authorized and trained

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• Only trained and competent personnel are permitted to
perform maintenance

-Poor Housekeeping
• Keep a clean working area, remove any tripping hazards
• Ensure that tools are neatly and safely stowed on equipment
• Equipment / vehicles should be cleared daily of any garbage
so as not to obstruct brakes, accelerator pedals, etc.

-Improper Chemical Use/Storage

• Products such as diesel will be stored in appropriate
containers and labelled indicating the contents

- Lack of Spotter
• Signalers are required for backing vehicles when the
operator’s view of the path of travel is obstructed.
• Signalers are required when equipment is within the safe
limits of approach to overhead powerlines.

- High Noise Levels

• Workers exposed to high noise levels must use hearing
protection.

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• Workers shall wear appropriate hearing protection where the
potential exposure of noise cannot be reduced.

- Musculoskeletal disorders (MSD) &

Repetitive Strain Injuries (RSI)
• If an object or material appears to be awkward in shape or
too heavy, it may require additional help to be handled safely.

• When possible workers should rotate between repetitive job

tasks.
- Heat Stress
• Drink water throughout the day (don’t wait until you’re
thirsty).

• Taking rest breaks as needed (in a cool, shady spot).

• When possible, do the heaviest work at the coolest times.

• Use the Buddy System – watch for signs of heat related

illnesses in your co-workers.

- Asphalt Burns
• All personnel involved with paving equipment and asphalt
handling must wear long pants and shirts with sleeves.
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• Wear appropriate PPE (i.e. gloves) when risk of burns.

- Lack of Inspection
• A pre-operational safety inspection is to be completed.

• Do not use defective equipment or machinery, inform your

foreman / superintendent.

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