Excavation, Earthwork and Filling Method Statement

Construction & Rehabilitation Department

DOC NO :
Project Name:
Location : Riyadh - KSA Rev : 00
LTOM PACKAGE #5 MANFOUHA
Date : Page 1 of 4

BY:
SUBJECT:
QA/QC ENGINEER
EXCAVATION, EARTHWORK AND FILLING APPROVED BY:

ACTION VERIFY

1. SCOPE
This procedure provides a standardised framework for the control of Project Manager Method Statement
excavation, earthwork and filling to ensure compliance with conditions of
contract and contract specifications.

2. PROCEDURE

A- All excavation, earthwork and filling will be carried out in accordance

with the specification detailed in the project contract documentation. In any
circumstances where specifications are not provided or they are in any way
incomplete, the matter shall be referred back to consultant for additional Project Manager Method Statement
information.

B- Method Statement

A method statement will be prepared and approved where deemed

necessary, and may include:-

i) Site plan showing the location of spoil heaps for temporary storage and
if appropriate permanent storage area.

ii) Type of plant and equipment to be used.

iii) Means for keeping excavations free of water.

iv) Method of trench supports.

v) Method and sequence of excavation to ensure that no damage is

caused to adjoining structures and property. If there is potential for damage
to adjoining structures and property, the type of preventative measures
should be indicated.

vi) Temporary support arrangement of adjacent structures and services

passing through the site.

vii) Method of compacting fill and testing procedure.

1-Health and Safety requirements.

2-Any other special requirements.

3 Existing Utilities

Liaise with all public utility companies e.g. water, electricity, telephone Project Manager Drawing/
sewerage and surface water etc. to ensure that all the available information
on the location of utilities and underground services through and adjacent Project Engineer Markings
to the site of the excavation is obtained.
ii) Ensure that utilities and underground services are located on site using Project Engineer
markings, which are clearly visible. Ensure those plant operators and Survey
operatives involved with the activity are fully aware of the location of the Site Engr./
various utilities and underground services and their respective depths.
Surveyor
iii) Where deemed necessary, excavate trial holes to establish the precise
location and depth of services. Project Manager

iv) Plant operators must be aware of overhead cables. Use height control
indicators where necessary.

4 - Site Survey and Grid of Levels

Prior to commencement of any excavation work, a level survey will be

carried out to confirm the information included on the contract drawings
and to provide an accurate record of existing ground levels for the
calculation of quantities.

5- Disposal of Surplus Excavated Material

Prior to any surplus excavated material being removed from the site,
documentary evidence of “approval to tip” must be obtained beforehand
from the relevant government/municipal departments and the owner of the
land where the material is to be tipped.
6- Adjoining Structures and Property

Prior to the commencement of excavation work, a detailed dilapidation

survey will be undertaken to record the existing condition of the adjoining
structures and property. Where necessary the survey may include
photographic records.
This survey should be carried out in co-ordination with and involving the
participation of the Consultant’s representative and the representative of
the owners/occupiers of the adjacent property.

7- Excavation Work

Excavation shall be allowed to progress to the designed formation level less

50mm (unless specified otherwise). The remaining 50mm shall be carried
out by further careful excavation to avoid disturbing the formation level.
After reaching the designed formation level, Consultant’s representative
shall be requested in writing to inspect and approve the formation prior to
the commencement of any subsequent activities.
iii) Great care shall be taken to minimise noise, vibration and dust
pollution, which can cause nuisance and damage, particularly if the site is
located in a built-up area.

iv) Sides of all excavations should be properly supported using an

appropriate method as detailed in the Method Statement.
8- Filling

Prior to commencement of filling, the Consultant’s representative shall be

requested in writing to inspect and approve the fill starting level.
ii) Filling shall be carried out using approved materials in accordance with Survey
the specification which can either be selected from the material on site or
imported from selected and approved sources.
iii) Filling shall be carried out as per approved method and as per the
contract specification.
9- QA/QC Engineer:
Responsible for the monitoring and implementing of quality related matters
and ensure the works are being executed with the approved Project Quality QA/QC Engineer
Plan and requirements of the Contract Documents, sections, approved
method statement and ITP.
10- INSPECTION & TESTING
Inspection Request
Site inspection/approval shall be in accordance with the approved / Test report
Inspection and Test Plan for all activities in addition to the Quality Control QC Engineer
Procedure and Project Quality Plan for the Project.
All the required site test shall be conducted as per the Section
11- EQUIPMENT & TOOLS
The following equipments and tools shall be used for the various activities.
Excavators
Shovels
JCB
Self-Loaders Bobcat Project Engineer Method Statement
Tipper Trucks / Trailers Water Tankers Rollers/Compactors Transit Mixers
Concrete pump Vibrators

12- Safety Officer:

Responsible for monitoring and implementation of safety related matters
such as work permits, First Aid, PPE, approval of diversions, follow the Site Safety Method Statement
safety and traffic regulations by all the workmen during the construction,
according to the approved project HSE plan. First Aid boxes are readily
available with HSE officer.