BRIAN QUINN CIVIL ENGINEERING

METHOD STATEMENT FOR THE DEVELOPMENT OF THE PETROL FILLING STATION AND DRIVE THROUGH STARBUCKS

County Bridge Service Station

Wolverhampton Road West

Willenhall

BY

BRIAN QUINN

BRIAN QUINN CIVIL ENGINEERING

Construction of PFS and Starbucks (Couty Bridge)

METHOD STATEMENT INDEX

  1. Master Method Statement
  1. Demolition
  1. Drainage, Duct and Pipes
  1. Concrete Footings and Bases
  1. Pipework
  1. ACO Drains
  1. Kerbing
  1. Concrete Slabs

MASTER METHOD STATEMENT

PRIOR TO WORKS COMMENCING ALL METHOD STATEMENTS AND RISK ASSESSMENTS SHOULD BE REVIEWED BY THE SITE SUPERVISOR.

ANY ADDITIONAL HAZARDS OR WORKS ARISING MUST BE INDIVIDUALLY ASSESSED, WITH A SEPARATE METHOD STATEMENT AND RISK ASSESSMENT BEING GENERATED BY THE SITE AGENT AND INCLUDED IN THE SITE FILE.

DURATION OF WORKS

Works will commence on : FEB 2015

And by completed by : AUGUST 2016

The hours of work will be : 07:00 to 21:00 Monday – Saturday

SITE CONTROL MEASURES

  • Strict monitoring of health and safety will be carried out throughout the works.
  • A strict no smoking rule is to be imposed on site, smoking is to be in a designated safe area only, as assessed by the site manager.
  • A general inspection f the site will take place prior to work commencing each day, to identify any additional hazards that may have arisen subsequent to the initial risk assessments.
  • All persons will undergo a site safety induction before allowed to commence work.
  • Continual health and safety monitoring will take place throughout the working day to ensure the works are carried out safely and in line with all method statements/risk assessments.
  • At all times during the works good levels of communication should be upheld, with daily safety meetings to agree work areas and any additional control measures to be implemented.

DETAILS OF ANY ISOLATION

  • The site is a new development, so all services will be connected in at the appropriate time by trades’ professionals.
  • No existing services are present on the site.

FIRST AID AND EMERGENCY

  • A trained first aider will be in attendance at all times.
  • A first aid and fire point will be set up on site.
  • A site emergency plan will be on display detailing the fire and first aid point and the emergency escape routes.
  • Included in the folder are the directions to the nearest hospital accident and emergency, along with details of the local police.
  • A minimum of 2 certified ABC category dry powder fire extinguishers to be made readily available for use, at designated fire points.
  • A fire and first aid point and emergency muster point will be established.

EQUIPMENT USED

Tools/Equipment:

  • Cabins and fencing
  • Delivery vehicles
  • Various hand tools

PPE:

  • Hard hat
  • High visibility jackets/vests
  • Eye protection (Where appropriate)
  • Gloves (Appropriate for each task)
  • Oil and chemical resistant reinforced toe safety footwear
  • Coveralls (Appropriate to the job)

SET UP SITE

Employees MUST wear the appropriate PPE at all times.

  • The site is to be fenced off all round the external boundary with wooden hoarding/Heras panels.
  • Conspicuous safety signs will be mounted, detailing site rules and required protective equipment and other specific safety precautions.
  • Adequate access/egress must be provided; site routes and routes around the surrounding facilities should not be compromised.
  • Watch the delivery vehicles onto site and check their method statement is adequate for the positioning and stacking of the cabins.
  • The cabins are to be placed on site as required.
  • Clear the area during installation to avoid potential accidents.
  • Setup welfare facilities, running water, potable water, drainage, power etc,.
  • All site personnel are required to undertake a safety induction before commencing any work.

WORKS

The project is for the re-development of a petrol filling station.

There are separate method statements and risk assessments for each task in the works that should be read in conjunction with this master method statement, these are contained within this section of the file indexed.

Safe systems of work must be issued for extra tasks, identifying any additional hazards and the precautions necessary to reduce their risk.

All sub contractors are to have their safety paper work approved prior to commencement and it must be present and signed off on site for inclusion in the Construction Phase Plan at the earliest convenience.

The following works and contractors are expected:

Drainage and ducting: BQCE

Concrete bays: BQCE

Concrete foundations: BQCE

Kerbing: BQCE

Aco drain installation: BQCE

Manhole installation: BQCE

Pipe work installation: Premier

Sub Contractors (Client Directs):

Canopy: Forecourt Refresh

Shops: Forecourt Refresh

Electric work: TBC

Mechanical installation: TBC

Air conditioning TBC

Signage: TBC

Ironmongery: TBC

Glazing: TBC

Tarmac area: Asphalt Works

  • The site entrance will be via existing access.
  • The project is phased, ensure the correct welfare and arrangements are in place before commencing at each stage.
  • Make sure that there is an area of hard standing for pedestrian and vehicle access and egress. These routes must be separated and clearly defined.
  • Keep a check at all times on levels of noise, dust, vibration and fumes and any others that may cause nuisance to the public, take all practicable measures to reduce these.

METHOD STATEMENT FOR DECOMMISSIONING

FIRST AID AND EMERGENCY

  • A fire and first aid point and emergency muster point will be established.
  • Included in the file is a map detailing the route to the nearest hospital accident and emergency.

DETAILS OF ANY ISOLATION

  • The site has undergone closure; all tanks are filled or made safe.
  • Confirm that all services have been disconnected.

EQUIPMENT USED

Tools:

  • 300 degree tracked excavator with breaker and ripper tooth
  • Tipper wagons
  • Skip wagons
  • Crusher
  • Forklift truck
  • Gas monitors
  • Various hand tools
  • Oxy-Acetylene cutting gear (as required)

PPE:

  • Hard hat
  • High visibility jackets/vests
  • Eye protection (where needed)
  • Gloves (where needed)
  • Oil and chemical resistant reinforced toe safety footwear
  • Coveralls (Appropriate to the job)

WORKS

SET UP SITE

  • Employees MUST wear the appropriate PPE at all times (A minimum of hard hat, hi-vis vest/jacket and protective boots).
  • The site is already hoarded off; secure any areas with Heras fencing if needed.
  • Conspicuous safety sign will be mounted with site rules, petroleum precautions and details of protective equipment needed. Deep excavation signs should be displayed where appropriate around the dig area.
  • The area of the excavation is to be cordoned off and clearly marked; no personnel are to work within close proximity of the pit.
  • Adequate access/egress must be provided.
  • A minimum of 2 certified ABC category dry powder fire extinguishers are to be made readily available for use at designated fire points.
  • An emergency muster point must be established.
  • An adequate fully stocked first aid kit and eye wash station must be made available at a designated point.

Site drawings are included in the file.

Ensure that all services have been disconnected and the site is gas free.

KIOSK

  • The site manager will advise as to specific technique for demolition if any difficult situations are encountered and this safe working procedure cannot be followed.
  • Strip out materials from the kiosk and dispose of in separate skips, taking out only what it is safe to do so. Keep a clean and tidy site.
  • Minimise the risk of any trip hazards by correct storing of materials. Out of the way, and stacked properly and stable.
  • Strip out materials from building for disposal in skips using hand tools (be sure to wear protective gloves when handling waste as it may contain sharp).
  • Warn others inside the building when you are pulling apart or demolishing structures, keep good levels of communication at all times with regards to work areas and work tasks.
  • Keep a check at all times on levels of dust and fumes and any others that may cause nuisance to the public, take all practicable measures to reduce these.
  • Don’t block up routes with discarded debris maintain emergency escape pathways at all times.
  • Dust masks will need to be worn at times when levels of dust are likely to be high.
  • Survey all areas before removing waste, there is always a possibility of needles being contained in waste piles or other sharps that may cause injury. Use a shovel to bin waste into bags for disposal in the skips provided.
  • If any hypodermic needles are found the local council environmental health must be contacted for their removal.
  • Assess each situation as you come to it during the stripping out, ask advice if you are unsure how structures will be affected.
  • When removing suspended ceilings take down the tiles before pulling down the bracings. Make sure you can see what is above and can plan accordingly when pulling down.
  • Demolish the building using 360 degree tracked excavator.
  • Keep workers clear while the machine nibbles down the kiosk.
  • The machine I to work its way around the outside of the building, stripping down the shutters, windows and brick work.
  • Store all materials separately for disposal/re-use, safely and out of the way.
  • Once the sides are exposed use the excavator to pull down the roof. Pull the roof gently and try to take in 1 section.
  • Anchor in with the machine bucket and track back gently, easing the roof to the floor. Lift into the waste skip and compact.
  • Move around the building and repeat if necessary.
  • Work the excavator into the widest part of the building, pulling out the walls and any remaining waste, storing in separate piles.
  • Clear back all materials to leave a clean base.
  • Where there is steel in the structure the machine should be able to de-link and bend over supports for cutting off at ground level with the gas gear if necessary.
  • Any hot cutting to be done must be done only when any flammable debris has been cleared from the area.
  • Clear back the building floor leaving no obtrusions that may be hazardous to trespassers, make sure the whole area is flat and debris free and any holes, pits or trenches have been filled in.
  • Match the remaining level with the level of the ret of the site, eliminating as is possible slip, trip and fall hazards.
  • Separate materials and dispose of in skips and wagons through recognised hauler to registered waste transfer station.
  • Foam fill the drainage pipe to the soak away from the canopy leg.

METHOD STATEMENT FOR DRAINAGE, DUCTING AND PIPES

FIRST AID AND EMERGENCY

  • A first aid, fire point and emergency muster point will be arranged, with staff being aware of existing equipment and procedures.

EQUIPMENT USED

Tools/Equipment:

  • Hand tools
  • 360 machine
  • Duct work
  • Pipe work
  • Shingle
  • Backfill

PPE:

  • Hard hat
  • High visibility jackets/vests
  • Eye protection (where appropriate)
  • Gloves (appropriate to the task)
  • Safety boots
  • Coveralls (appropriate to the job)

SET UP SITE

Employees MUST wear the appropriate PPE at all times.

  • Sign in on site and introduce yourself to the site manager.
  • Present this method statement and the risk assessment and explain the works involved.
  • A skip should be ordered for disposal of materials.
  • The site is to be fenced off with extra fencing to protect from falls.
  • Conspicuous safety signs are to be mounted around the fencing.
  • Adequate access/egress must be provided, site routes should not be blocked. If this is unavoidable then it should be done in consultation with site manager with traffic management measures employed.

WORKS

The works are for drainage and duct trenches and installation.

  • Set out for the drainage/service ducting/pipe work trenching as per the site drawing and sub contractor guidance, marking any areas where they will enter the shop.
  • Excavate the area with 300 machine to the required depths and falls as per site drawing and guidance.
  • Dependant on ground conditions and trench depth, the site manager will advise whether or not the sides need shoring, stepping or battering back and the angle at which to do so.
  • Line the bottom of the trenches with a 15mm pea shingle base.
  • Lay drainage ducts to the required fall levels (as per drawing).
  • Connect all fitting as per the manufacturer’s instruction (for example push fit, screw fit with sealant or push fit with sealant) or ensure sub contractor has laid and tested.
  • BACKFILLING: When the ducting and pipe work ahs been laid it is to be covered with 150mm of pea shingle.
  • The trench can then be brought up to formation levels with the appropriate materials all 9iin accordance with drawing and design standards,.
  • Use a compactor as the level is brought up.

METHOD STATEMENT FOR CONCRETE FOOTINGS AND BASES

Materials

Concrete

Mesh

Bolts

Mechanical Equipment

Mixer wagon

360º excavator

10T dumper

Various hand tools

Safety equipment

Hard hat

Gloves

Safety boots

High visibility vest

Safety glasses

SITE SET UP

  • The working area will be arranged.
  • A safe path of hard standing material will be arranged for the passage of the mixer.
  • Site operatives will be made aware of heavy plant movement.

Procedure

  • Area is to be set out as per site drawings.
  • Reduce dig the area with the 360º excavator.
  • Protect from falls by means of barriers.
  • Clear safe route to bring mixer wagon onto site.
  • Back mixer into positions to pour, using a safety man with pre arranged hand signals for manoeuvring and agreed verbal instruction.
  • Ensure the operator has the correct PPE before setting the mixer ready to pour.
  • Pour concrete into position.
  • All operatives must wear the appropriate protective gloves.
  • Tamp and screed the surface to bring any air to the to-p and achieve the desired finish.

Additional Notes

  • Should site conditions change, the site manager may consider that on safety grounds, the above method statement cannot be adhered to. In this situation all work must cease and guidance must be sought from the contract manager.
  • Reference the COSHH assessment for cement based products in the site file and the concreting risk assessment.
  • All operators are to be made aware of the close proximity of the operational petrol filling station and the safety fo members of the general public.

FIRST AID AND EMERGENCY

  • A first aid and fire point and emergency muster point will be arranged, with staff being aware of existing equipment and procedures.

METHOD STATEMENT FOR INSTALLATION OF BELOW GROUND FUEL PIPEWORK

Materials

Durapipe and fittings

Plant and Equipment

Hand tools

Thermo fusion welding unit

Safety Equipment

Safety helmet

Gloves

Safety boots

Eye protection

High visibility clothing

SITE SET UP:

  • Works supervisor to inform site manager of arrival and sign the site register.
  • Works supervisor will explain to site manager the programme and scope of works.
  • Works will conform to all Health and Safety legislation.
  • The designated works area will be cordoned off with the appropriate fencing. Fire extinguishers and on smoking signs to be deployed around the site.
  • The trench excavation is required to be a minimum of 750mm deep from FFL. The width of the trench shall be wide enough to enable 150mm of pea shingle on either side of the pipe lines. Changes in levels should be avoided.
  • The bottom o the trench shall be covered with a layer of 150mm of pea shingle. The trench shall be lined with a geotextile membrane.

Procedure:

  • Inspect the trench for any soft spots, with, depth, stability of sides and any sharp objects or fragments of masonry etc.
  • Install pipework in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions (attached), the site specific drawings and the clients H&S requirements.
  • Avoid any loops or dips in the pipe lines as this can lead to air locks.
  • Observe manual handling techniques when moving rolls of pipe, be aware of the spring action of the ends of the rolls locate a man on the end to avoid possible injury to personnel.
  • BACKFILING. When the pipe work has been laid and tested the specialist contractor must cover the pipe work with 150mm of pea single.
  • The trench can then be brought up to formation levels with the appropriate materials all in accordance with dwg. No. (awaiting drawing).

Additional Notes:

  • Should site conditions change the site manager may consider that on safety grounds the above method statement cannot be adhered to. In this situation all work must cease and guidance sought from the Contract Manager.
  • Reference the pipe work and ducting risk assessment and the COSHH information for the heldite jointing compound in the site file.

METHOD STATEMENT FOR LAYING ACO DRAINS

EQUIPMENT USED:

Tools/Equipment:

  • Drainage sections
  • Concrete
  • Various hand tools

PPE:

  • Hard hat
  • High visibility jacket/vest with appropriate logo
  • Eye protection (when required)
  • Gloves (appropriate to the task)
  • Oil and chemical resistant reinforced toe safety footwear
  • Coveralls/clothing (appropriate to the job)

SET UP SITE: