Mirfield Groundworks Ltd

METHOD STATEMENT SITE: TASK: Drainage to Buildings LOCATION: All drainage in and around buildings DURATION:
METHOD:

No. 001

The perimeter drainage will commence from MH18 all around the building. The internal drainage will be connected into the building as the work progresses along the blocks. The manholes will be clearly marked prior to commencement. Attached Method Statements Excavation up to 3 Metres deep and Excavation work deeper than 3 metres. Once the excavation is complete the pipes will be laid on the pipe bedding to the correct level using a pipe laser. Once the pipe is to the correct level the pipe surround will be placed around and on top of the pipes. The trench will then be backfilled. This is a rolling sequence. PLANT AND EQUIPMENT: 360 excavator. Shoring Boxes 6 Ton Dumper Trench Compactors/Rollers Pipe Laser Hand Tools. Barriers. Manhole surrounds. Ladders. MATERIALS REQUIRED: Concrete Clay pipes Manhole Rings Pipe Bedding MAIN HAZARDS: Excavations Uncontrolled use plant and equipment Falling Material

MS001/2008

Mirfield Groundworks Ltd

METHOD STATEMENT SITE: TASK: Drainage to Buildings LOCATION: All drainage in and around buildings DURATION:
CONTROL:

No. 001

The works will be carried out by experienced operatives who will be supervised during the whole of the works. Only experienced- trained operatives will operate the plant and equipment. All personnel within the work area will wear the appropriate PPE. Statutory examinations will be carried out on all plant, equipment with records kept. Only authorised-trained operatives will be permitted to drive any plant vehicles and mount abrasive wheels on company machines. All excavations will be fenced off if unattended at any time. Attached copy of User Information for JC40 Trench box Systems. GENERAL: It is our intention to promote a safe working environment and to this end, we would insist on full co-operation from all contractors and the general public. The works will be carried out by experienced operatives who will be supervised during the whole of the works. All operatives will be issued with personal protection equipment. All operatives will be expected to wear any, and all personal protection equipment provided. Operatives failing to wear the equipment or take care of themselves or others will be reported to the office and disciplinary action will be taken. All plant operators to hold a valid CTA card or CPCS card. Only experienced trained operatives will operate the plant and equipment. Statutory examinations will be carried out on all plant, equipment with records kept, daily and weekly. Only authorised-trained operatives will be permitted to drive any plant vehicles and mount abrasive wheels on company machines. No excavations to commence until a permit to dig has been issued and all services have been located. When reversing wagons a banksman should be in attendance at all times. All excavation will be fenced off at all times. Ladders used only for access and egress. Only trained operatives are to enter a confined space. RISK ASSESSMENTS: Excavators. Open Excavations. Use of an excavator as a crane. Collapsed sides Dumpers Lifting Gear Rollers

MS001/2008

Mirfield Groundworks Ltd

METHOD STATEMENT SITE: TASK: Drainage to Buildings LOCATION: All drainage in and around buildings DURATION:

No. 001

COSHH ASSESSMENTS: Concrete and cement. All other materials non-hazardous unless cut. METHOD STATEMENT A) Excavation work up to 3 metres Prior to work commencing, a pre-assessment of the ground conditions will be carried out by an engineer, this will involve taking cognizance of the immediate environment, any other works being carried out in the area adjacent, the likelihood of water ingress etc. This assessment will be reviewed as works proceeds and recorded in the excavations inspection register. The works will be executed by means of 1800 hydraulic wheeled excavators or 3600 hydraulic tracked excavators. Excavations will either be battered back to a slope suitable for the prevailing ground conditions or supported by one of the following means:a) b) Hydraulic box shoring systems. Trench sheeting braced by hydraulic waling frames or box frames.

Whichever is appropriate dependent upon location and ground conditions. Backfilling to excavations will be conducted progressively with support systems being withdrawn similarily. Compaction of backfill will be appropriate plate/drum compaction equipment. All machine and plant operators (where appropriate) will carry CITB or equivalent qualifications. All plant/equipment will carry/or will have on site certification appropriate to their usage.

MS001/2008

Mirfield Groundworks Ltd

METHOD STATEMENT SITE: TASK: Drainage to Buildings LOCATION: All drainage in and around buildings DURATION:

No. 001

All excavations are to be isolated from unauthorised personnel (where necessary) both during working hours and at night time by an appropriate barrier system. Trench will be monitored for gas by means of a gas detector at start of working day prior to entry and through out the working shift. Operative will work within the shoring boxes at all times. Sides of trenches to be pulled into sides of box to stop open traps B) Excavation work deeper than 3 metres Prior to work commencing, a pre-assessment of the ground conditions will be carried out by an engineer, this will involve taking cognizance of the immediate environment, any other works being carried out in the area adjacent, the likelihood of water ingress etc. This assessment will be reviewed as works proceeds and recorded in the excavations inspection register. The works will be executed by means of 3600 hydraulic tracked excavators. Excavations will be supported by means of:c) d) Hydraulic box shoring systems. Trench sheeting braced by hydraulic waling frames or hydraulic frames.

Whichever is appropriate dependent upon location and ground conditions. Backfilling to excavations will be conducted progressively with support systems being withdrawn similarily. Compaction of backfill will be appropriate plate/drum compaction equipment. All machine and plant operators (where appropriate) will carry CITB or equivalent qualifications. All plant/equipment will carry/or will have on site certification appropriate to their usage.

MS001/2008

Mirfield Groundworks Ltd

METHOD STATEMENT SITE: TASK: Drainage to Buildings LOCATION: All drainage in and around buildings DURATION:

No. 001

All excavations are to be isolated from unauthorised personnel (where necessary) both during working hours and at night time by an appropriate barrier system. Trench will be monitored for gas by means of a gas detector at start of working day prior to entry and through out the working shift. Operative will work within the shoring boxes at all times. Sides of trenches to be pulled into sides of box to stop open traps

Signed

Date

MS001/2008