DESIGN AND BUILD FOR THE

STANDARD GAUGE RAILWAY (SGR) LINE

FROM TABORA TO KIGOMA PROJECT

METHOD STATEMENT FOR EARTHWORKS

Document No:
MTI - CCJ - AS - GL00X - G - RMP - PRO - 0001 - 01
Protect Organization Stage Location Category Discipline Type Number Vers

08/2023

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Project:
DESIGN AND BUILD FOR THE STANDARD GAUGE RAILWAY(SGR) LINE
FROM TABORA To KIGOMA PROJECT

Employer:

TANZANIA RAILWAY CORPORATION (TRC)

Employer’s Representative: Dar Al-Handasah Ltd JV

Contractor: CCECC JV CRCC

Designer: Subcontractor-Systra JV FSDI

Document title:

Method Statement For Earthwork Test Section

Document No:
MTI - CCJ - AS - GL00X - G - RMP - PRO - 0001 - 01
Protect Organization Stage Location Category Discipline Type Number Vers

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VERSION HISTORY
Version Details Date Amended By
01 First Issue 30.08.2023

PREPARED BY

Prepared by Section 2: Chief Engineer Chen Yun

Checked by Department of Engineer Manager Li Zhichao

Checked by Chief Engineer Yu Yongjun

Approved by Project Manager Zhou Cheng

APPROVED
APPROVED APPROVED AS NOTED REJECTED

APPROVED BY

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 Table of Contents

1 INSTRUCTION ................................................................................................................... - 6 -

1.1 Scope ............................................................................................................................ - 6 -

1.2 Principles ....................................................................................................................... - 6 -

1.3 Basis ............................................................................................................................. - 7 -

2 OVERVIEW ......................................................................................................................... - 8 -

2.1 Overview of the Main Line ........................................................................................... - 8 -

2.2 Hydrological and Geological Study .............................................................................. - 9 -

2.3 Overview of the subgrade test section......................................................................... - 10 -

3 PURPOSE .......................................................................................................................... - 13 -

4 PREPARATION ................................................................................................................. - 14 -

4.1 Personnel Mobilization ............................................................................................... - 14 -

4.2 Machinery Deployment ............................................................................................... - 16 -

4.3 Provision of Measurement and Testing Instruments and Equipment .......................... - 17 -

4.4 Test preparation ........................................................................................................... - 19 -

5 METHODOLOGY .................................................................................................................. - 22 -

5.1 Measurement and Layout ............................................................................................ - 22 -

5.2 Clearing of Surface Vegetation ................................................................................... - 22 -

5.3 Removal of Topsoil ..................................................................................................... - 22 -

5.4 Original Ground Treatment ......................................................................................... - 23 -

5.5 Subgrade Filling .......................................................................................................... - 23 -

6 ESHS .................................................................................................................................. - 30 -

6.1 Policy .......................................................................................................................... - 30 -

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6.2 Objectives.................................................................................................................... - 30 -

6.3 ESHS Commitments ................................................................................................... - 31 -

6.4 ESHS Management Organization ............................................................................... - 32 -

6.5 Safety Measures .......................................................................................................... - 32 -

6.6 ESHS Management Assurance Measures ................................................................... - 33 -

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1 INSTRUCTION
1.1 Scope

This document describes the specifications for the experimental embankment

along the Standard Gauge Railway from Tabora to Kigoma. The subgrade will be

constructed on typical soil sections without black cotton soil. The site selection is based

on representative areas determined through on-site surveys.

1.2 Principles

 Taking into consideration the characteristics of this project, advanced

construction techniques will be employed along with scientific organizational

methods. The construction sequence will be arranged rationally, and

construction plans will be optimized.

 Proper allocation of labor, materials, and machinery will be ensured, striving

to combine applicability and advancement in the construction plans. The goal

is to make the construction plans scientifically rational and technologically

advanced, ensuring the achievement of design objectives and determining

various testing parameters.

 The advantages of personnel and specialized equipment will be fully utilized,

implementing comprehensive management and scientifically arranging

various construction procedures. Pre-planning and reasonable arrangement

of sequence interconnection will be emphasized. Construction management

techniques will be applied to organize continuous, balanced, and orderly

construction processes.

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1.3 Basis

 General Conditions of Contract;

 Technical specifications and requirements specified in the bidding documents;

 Employer’s Requirement;

 Road Engineering Standard Specifications (2000);

 Tanzania Laboratory Testing Manual (2000);

 Construction Management Plan;

 Information obtained from on-site inspections;

 Drawings and related documents currently provided by the design;

 Relevant laws and regulations of the Tanzania government.

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2 OVERVIEW
2.1 Overview of the Main Line

The LOT 6 of the Tanzania Standard Gauge Railway runs from Tabora to Kigoma.

The project is located in the western regions of Tanzania, spanning Tabora and Kigoma

provinces. It starts from Tabora in the east and travels westward through Kaliua and

Uvinza, reaching the significant port city of Kigoma on the shores of Lake Tanganyika.

Figure2-1 The Overview of the Main Line from Tabora to Kigoma

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 2.2 Hydrological and Geological Study

2.2.1 Hydrological

Along the alignment, surface water primarily accumulates in low-lying areas, with

no rivers present along the route and an underdeveloped surface water system. In the

plains, groundwater is primarily confined to pore spaces in the Quaternary deposits,

located at shallow depths. It mainly receives recharge from atmospheric rainfall and

lateral runoff. In the gently sloping hilly areas, groundwater is mainly found in fractures

within bedrock, at greater depths. No sources of pollution have been observed along

the route, and in most areas, groundwater quality is good, posing generally no

corrosive threat to concrete structures.

2.2.2 Geological

Based on the on-site survey, the area along the alignment is mostly composed of

sandy soil and silty sand, with fewer occurrences of red soil. In certain low-lying

sections of the local plains, there is the development of thin layers of silty clay soil. In

these low-lying areas, the surface is mainly covered with sandy soil, primarily fine sand.

The underlying bedrock mainly consists of granite, granodiorite, shale, sandstone,

limestone, and basalt.

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 2.3 Overview of the subgrade test section

The subgrade construction test section is located in Tabora Province, Tanzania.

Based on the on-site survey, the terrain is generally flat. The alignment's topography

mainly consists of plains and gentle hills. The elevation ranges from approximately

1072m to 1145m. The plains have a smooth and open terrain, while the hilly areas

exhibit undulating wave-like formations. Along the route, vegetation is well developed,

and there is a dense presence of trees.

Based on the current availability of construction drawings for this section and the

comprehensive analysis of the factors such as land acquisition and demolition, borrow

pit locations, on-site transportation, and water and electricity conditions, the test section

has been determined to be located at KM88+100, with a total length of 200m.

This location is situated on the right side of the main line, approximately 20m away,

perpendicular to the main line. The original terrain of this area was barren land, with

sandy soil accounting for 70% of the composition. Within the fill area, there are no

structures such as culverts or bridges. The advantage lies in the continuous and intact

nature of the embankment construction, making it a representative choice for the test

section. The construction area coordinates are as follows:

 T01: （398917.56, 9441619.94）

 T02: （398937.79, 9441617.31）

 T03: （398955.94, 9441815.39）

 T04: （398974.68, 9441812.90）

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 The construction layers include a 250mm-thick Subbase (SSB), a 250mm-thick

Base (SB), a 200mm-thick Layer A, and a 300mm-thick Layer B. The topsoil will be

removed to a depth of 30cm below the original ground level. A base treatment layer of

approximately 250mm will be compacted, followed by a subgrade layer of about

250mm, resulting in a total fill thickness of approximately 1500mm.

Figure2-2 Location of test section

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Figure2-3 Typical embankment section 1 (height < 10m)

Figure2-4 Typical embankment section 2 (height ≥ 10m)

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3 PURPOSE

Prior to subgrade filling construction, select sections that are representative in

terms of geological conditions and cross-sectional forms, providing a solid basis for the

construction process of subgrade filling.

 Collect relevant data to ultimately determine various construction parameters for

earthwork embankment construction. Determine the suitable loose placement

thickness of earthwork, the optimal moisture content during compaction, the most

suitable number of compaction passes, and the appropriate compaction speed.

Summarize a set of the most reasonable construction organization and methods for

embankment construction, providing guidance for the overall construction of the

embankment and achieving technical quality standards.

 Determine the rational allocation of construction management personnel, technical

staff, and ordinary workers.

 Determine the reasonable combination of machinery for earthwork excavation,

transportation, leveling, and compaction.

 Define measurement methods for elevation, slopes, and cross slopes by surveyors,

and establish quality control measures for construction through testing and

inspection personnel.

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4 PREPARATION
4.1 Personnel Mobilization

 Management, technical, quality inspection, and survey personnel are all

present. Relevant personnel information can be found in Table 1.

 Construction personnel involved in the test section: On-site manager Wang

Jian, 21 machinery operators, are all present.

Table4-1 Table of Key Personnel Management

No. Name Position Remark

1 Liu Xin Project Manager

2 Chen Yun Deputy Manager and Chief Engineer

3 Zhang Defu Deputy Manager and Safety Director

Deputy Manager and Section 1

4 Li Yanqing Manager

5 Huang Zhaoming Deputy Manager

6 Chen Mingbo Deputy Chief Engineer

7 Wang Jian On-site Manager

Materials and Equipment

8 Chen Bing Department Director

Human Resources and Outsourcing

9 Zhang Ye Department Director

10 Wang Anxing ESHS Department Director

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No. Name Position Remark

11 Wang Bo Survey Team Leader

12 Yang Cheng Surveyor

Deputy Chief of Engineering

13 Tan Kang Department

14 Chen Xinyu Technician

15 Zhang Hao Technician

16 Li Hui Foreman

17 Chen Wei Foreman

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 4.2 Machinery Deployment

For the construction of the test section, the machinery and equipment used

primarily include excavators for excavation, self-dumping trucks for transportation,

bulldozers for initial leveling, vibrating rollers for compaction, and graders for final

surface leveling. The required machinery and equipment are listed in Table 2.

Table4-2 Test Section Construction Machinery List

No Equipment Model Unit Quantity Remark

1 Excavator EC300DL Units 2

SD22 (equipped with

2 Bulldozer single-tooth loosening Units 1
ripper)
SD22 (equipped with
3 Bulldozer single-tooth loosening Units 1
ripper)
G9180 (equipped with
4 Grader Units 2
five-tooth rake)

5 Vibrating Roller XS225 Units 2

6 Wheel Loader 856H Units 5

7 Fuel Truck ZZ1167K501GE1 Units 1

8 Watering Truck BJ3253DLPJE-RA Units 1

9 Commuter Car GUN125R-DTFLX Units 4

10 Minibus Units 2

Total 21

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 4.3 Provision of Measurement and Testing Instruments and
Equipment

Table4-3 Measurement and Testing Instruments and Equipment List

Calibration
No. Name Model Unit Quantity Remark
Time

1 Leveling Instrument AL 24 Units 1

2 GPS Zhong Haida Units 1

3 Soil Sieve 0.063～63mm Units 1 Matching

Liquid Limit and Plastic

4 100g Units 1
Limit Apparatus

5 Electronic Balance 15kg/0.1g Units 1 09.01.2023 79496

6 Electronic Balance 5000g/0.01g Units 1 09.01.2023 79492

Pavement Material Strength

7 / Units 1
Tester (CBR Tester)

8 CBR Load Ring 10KN Units 1 09.01.2023 86211

9 CBR Load Ring 30KN Units 1 09.01.2023 79488

10 CBR Load Ring 50KN Units 1 09.01.2023 86212

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11 Drying Oven 101-1A Units 1 09.01.2023 79486

Hand Tamper (with

12 4.5kg Units 1
accompanying hammer)

13 Sand Pouring Cylinder Φ150mm Units 1

Rapid Moisture Tester for

14 20g Units 1
Soil

15 Calcium Carbide 500g/bottle Units 1

Density Sand (for volume

16 kg Units 1
measurement)

17 Plastic Bucket with Lid 2L Units 1

Hammer (with elongated

18 25cm Units 1
ears)

Φ22mm*350m
19 Pointed Chisel Units 1
m

Long-handled Spoon
20 300mm Units 1
(stainless steel)

21 Calculator fx82MS Units 1

22 Paintbrush 75mm Units 1

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23 Weighing Tray (aluminum) 50mm Units 1

24 Steel Ruler 300 mm Units 1

25 Steel Straightedge 300 mm Units 1

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4.4Test preparation

The subgrade material testing is conducted at the Bukwimba Camp laboratory.

Test personnel collect soil samples according to the ER and specifications. The depth

of soil pits varies with the soil layers. The collected samples are then evenly distributed

to the laboratory for testing.

 After collecting the samples, they are first air-dried or oven-dried.

 If there are stone materials larger than 40mm, they are crushed with a hammer

before performing particle size analysis.

 After particle size analysis, another sample is taken and sieved through a 0.5mm

sieve. The sample is placed in a dish, mixed with distilled water, moistened

overnight, and used to determine the liquid limit and plastic limit of the soil (used for

soil classification and calculation of natural density and plasticity index).

 Based on the plastic limit of the soil, the optimal moisture content of the soil

material is estimated. Five specimens are prepared with a moisture content 2%

higher and lower than the estimated optimal moisture content for compaction tests.

The relationship between moisture content and dry density is used to determine the

maximum dry density and optimum moisture content.

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 Chart4-1 The Relationship between Moisture Content and Dry Density

 CBR specimens are prepared using the maximum dry density compaction method.

After compaction, the specimens are soaked in water for 4 days and nights. At the

end of the soaking period, the final reading of the dial gauge on the specimen is

taken to calculate the swelling percentage (swelling percentage = change in

specimen height after soaking / original specimen height * 100%). The specimen is

removed from the water tank, excess water on the specimen's top surface is

poured out, and it is allowed to drain for 15 minutes. Additional load, porous plate,

bottom plate, and filter paper are removed and weighed to calculate changes in

specimen humidity and density. The CBR value of the specimen is then tested.

 Based on the plasticity index and CBR value, the fill material for the structural layer

is determined.

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 Table4-4 Material properties for earthworks construction

The fill material should meet the ER and the design. It needs to undergo

geotechnical tests including optimal moisture content, SAR index, classification

modulus, quality sieve analysis, plasticity index, CBR, and CBR swelling tests. These

tests are conducted as per the owner's specifications. Additionally, the mix ratio for the

SSB (Sub-Subgrade) layer needs to be determined.

Figure4-1 Structural Layers

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5 METHODOLOGY
Chart5-1 Construction Process Flowchart

Subsequent Measurement
Layer Filling and Layout

First layer of Clearing of

Subgrade Surface
Filling Vegetation

Ground Removal of
Preparation Topsoil

5.1 Measurement and Layout

Begin with the surveying team conducting construction layout to determine the

construction scope, centerline coordinates, and clearing boundary (extending 1m to the

side ditch of the road subgrade). Submit Request For Inspection (RFI) forms and

request engineer's review (Attachments 1 and 2).

5.2 Clearing of Surface Vegetation

Based on the established boundary, perform vegetation clearing, primarily

removing grass, trees, shrubs, debris, and structures within the designated area. After

clearing, complete inspection and submit for acceptance..

5.3 Removal of Topsoil

 Measurement and Layout: Define the limit for removing organic soil (50cm

beyond the toe of the subgrade slope), submit inspection requests, and

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 request engineer's review of centerline coordinates and offset.

 Topsoil Removal: Clear the topsoil to approximately 30cm below the original

ground level. After completion, submit inspection requests for engineer's

acceptance. If unfavorable geological conditions like encountering the peat

soil during clearing, promptly inform the Engineering Management

Department and engineer for relevant construction instructions.

5.4 Original Ground Treatment

Loosen, water, mix, level, and compact the area after topsoil removal. Compaction

should be not less than 90% as required. After completing the treatment, submit

inspection requests for engineer's acceptance of roadbed surface, compaction, and

elevation measurements along each section.

5.5 Subgrade Filling

Mechanical methods are employed for subgrade filling. This includes machinery

such as excavators, loaders, dump trucks, bulldozers, graders, and vibratory rollers.

Excavators or loaders collaborate with dump trucks for material transportation,

bulldozers work with graders for leveling, and vibratory rollers are used for compaction

in this mechanized construction approach.

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 Chart5-2 Subgrade Filling Process

Prepare

Placing Fill Material

Soil Paving

Moisture Content Adjustment

Compaction

Testing

5.5.1 Preparation

 Measurement and Layout: After inspection approval of the roadbed, earthwork

preparation can commence. Surveying personnel utilize GPS to establish

centerline, edge markers, and toe of slope positions. To ensure proper

compaction at the edges of the subgrade, widen each side by 50cm. Use a

level to measure the elevation of control stakes for the layer's filling thickness

(preliminary loose lay factor set to 1.2). Mark the elevations for supervisory

acceptance and control throughout construction.

 Selection of Observation Points: Following successful compaction testing of

the excavated base, bury settlement monitoring stakes at 20m intervals along

the road. These consist of a settlement base, measurement rod, casing,

casing joint, casing cover, and rod head. The settlement base consists of a

steel base plate, metal measuring rod (φ40mm galvanized iron pipe),

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 protective casing (rigid PVC pipe with a diameter not less than φ75mm and a

thickness not less than 4mm). The steel plate is 50cm×50cm with a thickness

of 1cm. The measuring rod, made of a 40mm diameter steel pipe, has

external threading on one end and internal threading on the other, with each

rod measuring 50cm in length. The casing is made of plastic pipe. The

principle is that the settlement base buried at the ground surface sinks with

the foundation, and the elevation is measured by the connected measuring

rod. The difference between the measuring rod elevation and its length is the

elevation of the settlement plate, representing the surface settlement value.

 Calculation Method of Loose Lay Factor: Calculate the compacted thickness

based on the elevation difference before and after filling to estimate the loose

lay factor. Loose Lay Factor = (Elevation of Loose Fill - Elevation of Roadbed)

/ (Elevation After Compaction - Elevation of Roadbed).

5.5.2 Placing Fill Material:

 Upon successful roadbed compaction testing, proceed with placing the fill

material. Calculate the paving area based on the quantity per truckload,

assuming 15m³ per truck. For loose lay thicknesses of 27.5cm, 30cm, and

32.5cm, calculate paving areas of 54m², 50m², and 46m² respectively, forming

grid patterns. Follow the sequence of loose lay thicknesses from smallest to

largest.

 Coordinate the movement of soil transport vehicles to designated grid

positions. Pay close attention to unloading distances to prevent over or under

supply of material.

5.5.3 Soil Paving:

 During soil paving, control the amount of soil unloaded based on the layout

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 width and loose lay thickness. Use a bulldozer for initial leveling, a grader for

fine leveling, and manual efforts to clear large rocks, tree roots, and other

debris. Ensure high-quality leveling, ensuring the leveled soil surface matches

the control stakes' elevation.

5.5.4 Moisture Content Adjustment:

 Based on construction experience, test the soil's moisture content during

compaction. Aim to control it within ±2% of the optimal moisture content range,

with a 1-2% increase during hot weather for better compaction.

 Inspect the soil's moisture content; if it's too high, conduct sun-drying

repeatedly until it meets compaction moisture requirements. If the moisture

content is too low, use water trucks to moisten the soil. Achieve fine leveling

with manual coordination once the optimal moisture content is reached.

5.5.5 Compaction:

 Based on the on-site conditions, a vibratory roller is used for segmented

rolling. The principles of "slow before fast, sides before center, low before

high" are followed. Transverse rolling, U-turns of the roller on the subgrade,

and other such operations are prohibited. Rolling continues until the required

compaction is achieved.

 Rolling Combination:

First pass: static rolling at a speed of 1.5-1.7 km/h.

Second pass: low-amplitude vibratory rolling at a speed of 2 km/h.

Third pass: high-amplitude vibratory rolling at a speed of 2.0-2.5 km/h.

 After achieving the required compaction for the current layer, static rolling is

performed to eliminate wheel marks. The rolling follows the principle of "low-

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 amplitude before high-amplitude" to adapt to the increasing soil strength. The

roller should overlap by one-third in the transverse direction, ensuring

uniformity and avoiding missed spots, dead angles, and visible wheel marks.

 Rolling Sequence:

1 Static pass → 1 Low-amplitude pass (trial) → 1-N High-amplitude passes

(track compaction) → Static finish rolling.

5.5.6 Testing:

Compaction Testing:

 The subgrade test section uses the sand cone method for compaction testing.

After one high-amplitude pass, compaction testing is performed using the

sand cone method until the required compaction is achieved.

 Technical and testing personnel record the roller's speed, sequence, number

of passes, and compaction tests during the trial to compile a summary report

for large-scale subgrade construction.

 When the subgrade body reaches 90% compaction, the optimal number of

passes for achieving 90% compaction is determined, given the appropriate

moisture content and loose layer thickness.

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 Table5-1 Subgrade Construction Testing Items

Specification
No. Items or Allowed Remarks
Deviation

1 SSB Layer 98% Layer thickness 250mm

2 SB Layer 95% Layer thickness 250mm

3 Compaction% A Layer 95% Layer thickness 250mm

4 B Layer 93% Layer thickness 250mm

Base treatment layer

5 Subgrade 90% approx. 250mm, fill layer
approx. 250mm

Centerline
6 ±13
Deviation (mm)

7 Width As per design drawing

8 Smoothness (mm) -50

9 Slope +0.25 1:1.75～1:2

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5.5.7 Organizing Test Results:

 After construction, measurement data, relevant test data, and mechanical

configurations during construction are organized and summarized to

determine the optimal moisture content, appropriate loose layer thickness,

and corresponding number of passes for different fill materials, as well as the

best mechanical configurations and rational construction organization.

 Measurement personnel calculate and organize settlement observation

results, plotting the relationship curve between the construction date and the

amount of settlement to assess whether post-construction settlement meets

design requirements.

 All construction records and test data are summarized into a test report for

review and approval by the supervisory station and the owner's representative.

Practical guidelines are derived for directing the construction of the entire

line's subgrade earthwork.

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6 ESHS
6.1 Policy

The ESHS (Environmental, Safety, Health, and Social) management policy for this

project is guided by the principles of people-centered health, proactive safety measures,

integrated environmental protection, legal compliance by all, leadership commitment,

and continuous innovation.

6.2 Objectives

 Through effective management, ensure the health of all project participants,

preventing the occurrence of local, infectious, or occupational diseases

among on-site staff and the local community.

 Eliminate major and above construction safety incidents during the project;

achieve zero fatalities; prevent severe injuries, fires, explosions, and

poisoning; and control general liability incidents.

 Prevent any environmental pollution incidents during construction, adhering to

Tanzanian national standards and owner requirements for pollutant emissions

and environmental and hydraulic protections.

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 Chart6-1 ESHS Policy and Objectives

ESHS
POLICY

People- Proactive Integrated

Legal Leadership Continuous
Centered Safety Environment
Compliance Commitment Innovation
Health Measures al Protection

6.3 ESHS Commitments

To achieve these ESHS objectives, we solemnly commit to the following:

 Comply fully with Tanzanian laws and regulations, standardizing operational

behaviors.

 Prioritize the physical and mental well-being of our staff, as well as the

protection of public and private property, through advanced technologies and

best practices.

 Establish an ESHS management organization to implement a robust health,

safety, and environmental management system, fulfilling the ESHS contract

signed with the owner.

 Utilize resources responsibly, protect natural ecosystems, optimize resource

allocation for maximum benefit, and focus on preventive measures to mitigate

accidents, pollution, and injuries.

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  Maintain and promote an ESHS-centric corporate culture, continually

improving ESHS management.

6.4 ESHS Management Organization

The Head Office will establish an ESHS Management Team, led by the Project

Manager and assisted by the Deputy Manager of Production. The team will include all

ESHS management staff and heads of various divisions. The PMO's ESHS department

will oversee day-to-day ESHS management and inspections. Each division must also

establish its own ESHS management team responsible for daily ESHS management

within its jurisdiction.

Chart6-2 ESHS Management Organization

Health
Management

ESHS
Deputy Manager Safety
Project Manager Management
of Production Management
Team

Environmental
Management

6.5 Safety Measures

 Ensure that all earthworks are planned and executed in compliance with

Tanzanian regulations to minimize public risk, inconvenience, or disturbance.

 Provide welfare facilities such as drinking water stations, washing facilities,

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 and toilets at the construction site.

 Maximize protection for all employees against inherent occupational hazards.

Personal protective equipment serves as an effective barrier between

personnel and potential risks, including but not limited to protective clothing,

helmets, gloves, safety shoes, and reflective jackets.

 By adhering to these guidelines and commitments, we aim to create a safe,

healthy, and environmentally responsible construction environment.

6.6 ESHS Management Assurance Measures

6.6.1 Health Management Measures

 All Chinese and local employees must establish health management profiles

before starting work. Key personnel like cooks, drivers, and equipment

operators must present recent health certificates. Regular health checks for

food handlers are mandatory, and working while ill is prohibited.

 The Project Management Office (PMO) will plan campsite layouts in

accordance with ESHS safety standards. The layout will clearly designate

areas for hazardous materials, fire-fighting equipment, first-aid stations, work

zones, command posts, evacuation points, and emergency assembly areas.

 Campsites should be easily accessible but distant from water sources like

swamps, rivers, and lakes to minimize mosquito-borne diseases.

Accommodations must be clean and comfortable to ensure adequate rest for

employees.

 Implement a hygiene management system focusing on cafeteria food,

cooking utensils, and personal hygiene of food handlers. Daily high-

temperature sterilization of utensils is required, and staff uniforms must be

changed and sterilized weekly.

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  The PMO must equip medical rooms and ambulances. First-aid kits should be

available at construction sites and sub-camps to handle common illnesses

and injuries. Maintain contact with local hospitals for emergency medical

assistance.

 In case of an outbreak of infectious or epidemic diseases, adhere to

Tanzanian national or local health department regulations for timely

intervention.

Chart6-3 Health Management Measures

Food and
Health and Medical
Establish Campsites Personal Infectious
Comfort in Facilities
Health Layout Hygiene Disease
Accommod and First-
Profiles Planning Manageme Control
ations Aid Kits
nt

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6.6.2 Environmental Protection Measures

 Comply with Tanzanian Environmental Management Act (2004) and other

relevant policies. Implement approved environmental and hydraulic protection

plans to minimize ecological damage and pollution.

 Protect local flora and minimize surface vegetation loss. Isolate and report

any discovered graves within 24 hours to consulting engineers.

 Strictly adhere to land acquisition limits. Temporary construction facilities

should minimize agricultural land use and be conveniently located near

existing roads and buildings.

 Protect local water systems and vegetation. Implement timely slope protection

and greening along the roadbed, and restrict vehicle movement to designated

areas.

 Remove all temporary facilities upon project completion. Transfer reusable

materials to local authorities after obtaining consent.

 Reinforce high embankments and cut slopes early to prevent collapses and

soil erosion. Adjust drainage systems affected by construction to prevent

erosion.

 Dispose of waste soil and rubble at designated sites and implement protective

measures.

 Roadbed construction should be concurrent with excavation, filling, and

compaction to prevent loose soil surfaces. During the rainy season, ensure

proper drainage to minimize soil erosion.

 Upon project completion, conduct thorough site clean-up and implement

design-specified vegetation cover or other treatment measures.

 Guided by the Tanzanian Government Environmental Policy (1997), establish

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 project-specific environmental measures and policies. Formulate an

Environmental and Social Management Plan (ESMP) to address potential

environmental risks during construction.

 By adhering to these comprehensive ESHS management measures, we aim

to ensure the health and safety of all participants while minimizing

environmental impact.

Chart6-4 Environmental Protection Measures

Compliance
with
Tanzanian
Laws

Post- Flora and

Construction Land
Cleanup Protection

Erosion and Land and

Drainage Water Use
Control Management

Local
Waste
Ecosystem
Management
Protection

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