FOR BINDER
method statement COURSE
BASE GENERAL CONTRACTING L.L.C.
CLIENT : Ministry of Energy and Infrastructure
ENGINEER : RTC Road & Traffic Engineering
CONTRACTOR : Base General Contracting LLC
PROJECT NO : 57/2023
PROJECT : Improvement of Al Khor St., UAQ
REVISION CONTROL
Revision Date of Details of Prepared by Reviewed by Authorized by Approved by
Status Issue Revision BGC BGC BGC RTC
First Issue for
00 30.01.2024 Mohamed Fadel Mohamed Fadel Shoukat Riaz
Approval
Office Civil Office Civil
Project Manager
Engineer Engineer
Second Issue
01 26.02.2024 Mohamed Fadel Mohamed Fadel Shoukat Riaz
for Approval
Office Civil Engineer Office Civil Engineer Project Manager
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INDEX
1.0 PURPOSE
2.0 SCOPE
3.0 REFERENCES
4.0 ABBREVIATIONS & DEFINITIONS
5.0 ROLES & RESPONSIBILITIES
6.0 ASSOCIATED REQUIREMENTS
7.0 PROCEDURE
8.0 RECORDS & DOCUMENTS
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1.0 PURPOSE
The purpose of this document is to provide the guidelines for binder course works by satisfying all the
relevant specifications and requirements.
2.0 SCOPE
This document shall be applicable for binder course works under the project- 57/2023 for
Improvement of Al Khor St., UAQ.
3.0 REFERENCES
a) Project Quality Plan
b) Tender specification- Volume 3
c) IFC drawings
d) Material approval sheet
4.0 ABBREVIATIONS & DEFINITIONS
4.1 ABBREVIATIONS
IFC : Issued for Construction
PPE : Personnel Protective Equipment
BS : British standard
RFA : Request for Approval
4.2 DEFINITIONS
Client : This shall mean Ministry of Energy and Infrastructure
Engineer : This shall mean RTC Road & Traffic Engineering or its nominated
representative.
Contractor : This shall refer to Base General Contracting LLC
Project : This shall refer to the subject contract 57/2023 Improvement of Al Khor St., UAQ
Vendor : This shall refer to equipment and material suppliers for the Project.
Shall : This shall mean contractual requirement.
Should : This shall mean desired requirement.
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May : This shall mean possible course of action.
5.0 ROLES & RESPONSIBILITIES
5.1 Project Manager
He shall be responsible for:
a) Responsible for overall execution, administration, monitoring and control of the project as per the
Contractual requirements, specifications & Project Quality Plan (PQP).
b) Coordinate with Office Civil Engineer for obtaining necessary resources for the project and deploy as
required.
c) Responsible for managing all interfaces with Client and Construction Manager - Projects.
d) Responsible for coordinating for all the procurement and subcontracting activities related to the project
e) Deal with all contractual matters to the project
f) Monitor the actual progress of the work against planned programme.
g) Ensure Quality Management System of the Contractor is effectively implemented in the Project.
h) Obtain subcontractors Procedures / Plans / Method Statements, where applicable and coordinate approval
of the same.
i) Assess manpower, equipment and other resources required to achieve targets set.
j) Coordinate with the Procurement Unit in carrying out procurement activities for the project.
k) Liaise with Construction Manager to ensure timely completion of civil activities pertaining to the project
l) Liaise with QHSE Manager for preparation and updating PQP.
m) Analyze deviation or change of contract scope in coordination with Construction Manager
n) Analyze deviations, change of contract scope or delays, if required, and reschedule to meet target dates in
coordination with the Construction Manager.
o) Ensure through the Office Civil Engineer that appropriate actions are taken on all NCRs and Audit Non-
Conformances raised in the Project.
p) Ensure through the QA/QC Engineer that all Corrective & Preventive Actions taken in the Project are
Effective.
q) Identify Training needs and Coordinate with appropriate function for fulfilling the Training Requirements.
r) Monitor & facilitate the implementation of HSE as per contract HSE plan, RAY procedure & requirement.
5.2 Office Civil Engineer
He shall be responsible for:
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a) Responsible for overall execution, administration, monitoring and control of the project as per the
Contractual requirements, specifications & PQP.
b) Coordinate with Project Manager for obtaining necessary resources for the project and deploy as required.
c) Responsible for managing all interfaces with Client and Project Manager.
d) Responsible for actual progress of the work against planned program.
e) Obtain subcontractors Procedures / Plans / Method Statements, where applicable and coordinate approval
of the same.
f) Coordinate with the Procurement Unit in carrying out procurement activities for the project through Project
manager.
g) Liaise with Site Engineers to ensure timely completion of civil activities pertaining to the project
h) Analyze deviations, change of contract scope or delays, if required, and reschedule to meet target dates in
coordination with the Project Manager.
i) Appropriate actions shall be taken on all NCRs and Audit Non-Conformances raised in the Project.
j) Ensure through the QA/QC Engineer that all Corrective & Preventive Actions taken in the Project are
Effective.
k) Identify Training needs and Coordinate with appropriate function for fulfilling the Training Requirements.
l) Reports to the Project Manager.
5.3 Site Engineer
He shall be overall responsible for safe execution of the complete activity including, but not limited to:
a) Organizing tools and equipment required to the work site.
b) Assigning work crew.
c) Sequence of activities to be carried out for the work as per this work procedure.
d) Stage Inspection & Surveillance.
e) Ensure all safety Regulations are followed as applicable.
f) Contract specific requirements for excavations, if any specified shall be identified and the requirements of
such specification shall prevail in addition to the non-conflicting requirements of this procedure.
g) Ensure & study the approved drawings & statements before starting the activity.
h) Communicate all HSE requirements to the entire working crew and ensure that they understand.
i) Thoroughly familiar with all MODES/RAY contract and general HSE requirements and understand it to
maintain a healthy and safe environment for employees and contract staff.
5.4 NOC Officer
He shall be responsible for the following activities:
a) Ensure that all relevant permits are applied for and obtained prior to the commencement of work.
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b) Executing monitoring and updating the Authority Approvals (NOCs) and works with regulatory authorities
to ensure that the required approvals are in place in a timely manner.
c) Developing relationships with key stakeholders to ensure all necessary permits are in place as required.
d) Tracking the status of approvals and ensuring government compliance.
e) Support in resolving authority approval and permit interface issues as necessary together with the wider
project team, develop systems to ensure that permits are current and valid for the activity being
undertaken.
f) Advising and informing appropriate staff and department of document and plan submittal requirements
5.5 General Foreman / Supervisor:
He shall be responsible for the following activities:
a) Execution of work as per contract specifications, QC procedure, approved method statement and work
instructions.
b) Toolbox talks shall give by the Site Engineer & Supervisor with the concerned work force prior to start
of the work is a mandatory requirement.
c) Organizing tools and equipment required for the work site.
d) Ensure all PPEs are available to all the workers involved in the work.
e) Inspection of all works at every stage.
f) Ensuring the sufficient First Aiders and fire wardens are available with the crew.
g) Ensure all Safety Regulations are followed as applicable.
5.6 Surveyor
He shall be responsible for:
a) The surveyor along with his team members shall carry out the survey work in a systematic manner within
the stipulated time.
b) Ensure that all the levels / positions / alignments marked are properly secured and their location identified
accordingly.
c) Ensure that based on the latest Approved for construction drawings levels and benchmark has given.
d) Time to time preparing and submitting the survey report for the client review & approval.
e) Ensure before commencing of the activity all instruments are having valid calibration.
f) Ensure the permanent benchmark and cross verification in intervals.
5.7 QA/QC Inspector
He shall be responsible for:
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a) Stage Inspections and Surveillance in accordance with QCP and assurance of quality of work as per
specification and approved procedures.
b) Ensure all the testing equipments are calibrated and calibration certificate is available at site.
c) Ensure availability of latest Approved for construction drawings/Specifications and reference documents.
d) Coordinate with approved Third party laboratory for Material testing as per Client specifications and
International standards.
e) Ensure all incoming site materials are as per approved Material submittal.
f) Review and Maintain records of all material test reports as per client requirement.
5.8 HSE Officer
He shall be responsible for:
a) Be familiar with the Client general safety, contractual requirements.
b) Advising site persons of any problems relating to the implementation of the HSE plan.
c) Permanent member of the HSE committee compiles and presents HSE site specific reports.
d) Maintain records of HSE meetings and ensure that routine HSE meetings and toolbox talks are carried out,
actions recorded, as stipulated in the HSE procedures.
e) Carryout safety audits and inspections, record proceedings and follow up recommendations.
f) Arrange for the distribution and display of safety posters and other safety promotional material.
g) Provide relevant advice on health, safety and environmental issues to all employees.
h) Assist with investigations of all accidents or incidents.
i) Maintain copies of all accident/incident reports and provide a monthly report and accident statistics to the
HSE professional.
j) Provide technical support in the preparation of departmental HSE action plans.
k) Demonstrate active involvement in HSE training programs.
l) Carryout assessment of sub-contractor activities and HSE systems.
m) Generally, monitor Occupational health risk assessments, performance monitoring and surveillance.
6.0 ASSOCIATED REQUIREMENTS
6.1 HSE Requirements
a) Ensure all P & M Equipment being used for the activity are in good working condition.
b) Ensure P & M Operators are qualified & authorized to operate the relevant equipment.
c) Ensure the work area shall be barricaded.
d) The toolbox talk shall be carried out before starting the work.
e) Ensure all necessary PPEs are worn by workers involved in the work.
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f) Work shall be carried out in the daytime and if authorized, night work is permitted.
g) All sub-contractor men, material, machinery details to be collected and checked against insurance.
h) No work shall be allowed if temperature is more than 50 degree Celsius / high wind / more than 80%
humidity / inclement weather due to rain, lighting storm, fog or dark condition.
6.2 Materials, Tools, Equipment and Machineries
a) Asphalt paver
b) Tipper
c) Loader/Bobcat
d) Tandem Power-driven Roller
e) Pneumatic Tired Roller
f) Plate compactor
g) Grader
h) Water tanker
i) Six-wheel
j) 3-Ton Pick up
k) Trailer
l) Shovel
m) Air compressor
n) Power brush
o) Total station
p) Auto level / leveling staff
q) Measuring tape
r) Temporary Signs
s) Safety Barriers
t) Safety Traffic Cones
7.0 PROCEDURE
7.1 General
The following documents as a minimum shall be readily available for ready reference at work site.
Client specifications
Approved Method statement
Issued for Construction drawing &
Approved Material approval sheet
7.8 Bituminous Base Binder Course (if applicable)
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a) Bituminous base course lying commences only after proper curing of prime coat or after minimum of 24
hours.
b) Before laying the bituminous material, the surface shall be clean and free of dust. All loose and unsuitable
materials shall be removed.
c) Base binder course will be laid and compacted to the required thickness and density (compaction
percentage).
d) The compacted thickness of base binder course layer will be as per approved drawing
e) The loose thickness of the material will be 20% more than that of the compacted.
f) Before and during the laying of asphalt ambient conditions will be checked and assessed for their effect on
the work and achievement of a satisfactory material.
g) Test Methods and Minimum Sampling shall be tested as specified in the project specifications.
7.9 Paving Operation
a) Trained and experienced operators will operate paver.
b) The truck wheels will be kept firmly in contact with the paver rollers and as far as supply and site
conditions allow, the operator will operate the paver at such a speed as to permit continuous laying,
maintaining uniform height of the material in front of the screed and controlling the screed with
minimum amount of adjustment.
c) The temperature of asphalt mixture delivered on the road shall be between 130°C to 165°C. Laying
foreman will record temperature of each truck material at the time of lying.
d) There will be two screw men, well trained and experienced on either side of the paving machine
controlling the elevations and screed extensions.
e) The loose thickness of the mat laid will be regularly checked before the compaction.
f) The paving width (half road way) will be agreed with the concerned engineer before lying.
7.10 Rolling Operations
a) Rolling will start after spreading and strike off and as soon as the mix conditions permit the rolling without
excessive showing or tearing.
b) Rolling will be initiated with the drive wheel towards the paving machine, initial or breakdown rolling will
be done by means of tandem powers steel roller.
c) Rolling will start from the lower side and proceed towards upper side of the road depending upon the
direction of camber.
d) The overlapping on successive passes will be at least one half (1/2) the width of the near wheels. Alternate
passes of the roller will be of slightly different lengths.
e) The vibratory mechanism of tandem roller will be operated in such a way that the vibrator stops before the
roller stops and starts after the roller begins to move again.
f) To prevent adhesion of the mix to the roller wheels, the wheels will be kept properly moistened with water.
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g) The sprinkler system is capable of supplying sufficient water to each wheel without undue excess. The
average speed of roller will be 3 km/hr. and never exceed 5 km/hr.
h) After giving sufficient number of passes by the tandem roller the same will be compacted using pneumatic
tire rollers.
i) All the tires of the PTR will be of same size and inflated to the same pressure.
j) The average speed of PTR will be 5 km. Rolling will continue until all roller marks are eliminated, the
surface is of uniform texture and true to grade and cross section, and the required compaction is achieved.
k) Final compaction and finish rolling will be done by means of tandem power steel roller. The areas
inaccessible will be compacted using Hand Rollers and or Plate Vibrators/Compactors.
7.11 Traffic restriction
In no case shall traffic be permitted less than 6 hours after completion of pavement unless a shorter period is
authorized by the Engineer.
8.0 RECORDS & DOCUMENTS
RFA
Surveyor’s Measurement Sheet
Laboratory Test Results
Approved Drawings
END OF PROCEDURE
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