Employer: Contractor

Supervision Committee for the Expansion of

Abu Dhabi International Airport (SCADIA)
Project Manager / Engineer:
Project No.: 1008

Document Category:
Agreement No.: NRTW-1008-CN
Method Statement
Project Title: Procedure No.:
Expansion of Abu Dhabi International Airport 1008-OAJ-MS-1017
New 2K Runway – Main Runway Works
Revision No:
Installation of High Density Polyethylene Pipeline R0
Page: 1 of 9

Method Statement for Installation of High Density Polyethylene,

Pipeline.

REVISION HISTORY
Rev. CONTRACTOR-OAJ-JV Status of
Date Revision History ENGINEER
No. Prepared Reviewed Approved Approval
IF ZH RR First Submission
0 26/6/2006 following award of
Contract
 Employer: Contractor

Supervision Committee for the Expansion of

Abu Dhabi International Airport (SCADIA)
Project Manager / Engineer:
Project No.: 1008

Document Category:
Agreement No.: NRTW-1008-CN
Method Statement
Project Title: Procedure No.:
Expansion of Abu Dhabi International Airport 1008-OAJ-MS-1017
New 2K Runway – Main Runway Works
Revision No:
Installation of High Density Polyethylene Pipeline R0
Page: 2 of 9

CONTENTS

1.0 Scope of Work

2.0 Definitions

3.0 References

4.0 Subcontractors

5.0 Materials

6.0 Plant & Equipment

7.0 Safety

8.0 Prior Activities

9.0 Procedure

10.0 Responsibilities

11.0 Attachments
 Employer: Contractor

Supervision Committee for the Expansion of

Abu Dhabi International Airport (SCADIA)
Project Manager / Engineer:
Project No.: 1008

Document Category:
Agreement No.: NRTW-1008-CN
Method Statement
Project Title: Procedure No.:
Expansion of Abu Dhabi International Airport 1008-OAJ-MS-1017
New 2K Runway – Main Runway Works
Revision No:
Installation of High Density Polyethylene Pipeline R0
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1. Scope:

1.1 This Method Statement covers the installation of HDPE pipes.

2. Definitions:

2.1 MS: HDPE, Method Statement: High Density Polyethylene Pipes.

2.2 ITR Inspection and Test Request

2.3 PS-GCMI Project Specifications-General,Civil and Mechanical Infrastructure

2.4 UG Underground

2.5 TPS Technical Project Specification

3. References:

3.1 Contract drawing’s No. PGAD 745/1008/C/927 to PGAD /745/1008/C/401,402,403 and

PAGD /745/1008/C/421,422

3.2 PS-GCMI Section 901: Clause 901.2.2, Polyethylene pipes

3.3 PS-GCMI Section 901: Clause 901.3.6 Material for pipe bedding
Clause 901.3.7 Bedding for pipes
Clause 901.4 Construction of Pipework and manholes

3.4 PS-GCMI Section 901: Clause 901.5 Testing

3.5 MS-1005 Surveying

3.6 MS-1004 Dewatering

3.7 MS-1002, MS-1008 Earthworks

 Employer: Contractor

Supervision Committee for the Expansion of

Abu Dhabi International Airport (SCADIA)
Project Manager / Engineer:
Project No.: 1008

Document Category:
Agreement No.: NRTW-1008-CN
Method Statement
Project Title: Procedure No.:
Expansion of Abu Dhabi International Airport 1008-OAJ-MS-1017
New 2K Runway – Main Runway Works
Revision No:
Installation of High Density Polyethylene Pipeline R0
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4. Subcontractors:

4.1 HDPE pipe supplier will conduct welding and all required tests. Proposed procedure for
transporting, handling and storing the pipes and all necessary technical data will be
provided along with the material submittal.

5. Materials:

5.1 HDPE Pipes, dia. 75mm to 250mm and related fittings

5.2 Warning and flagging tapes of approved source.

5.3 Granular Material.

6. Tools & Equipments:

6.1 Dewatering Equipment

6.2 Excavators and JCB

6.3 Front End Loader (Shovel)

6.4 Tipper Trucks

6.5 Crane (if required).

6.6 Flat-bed truck and trailer

6.8 Light Vehicles

6.9 Compactor (Plat or Roller)

6.11 Surveying Instruments

6.12 Nylon lifting slings

6.13 Cable pullers (come-along)

6.14 Ladders

6.15 Concrete Barricades

 Employer: Contractor

Supervision Committee for the Expansion of

Abu Dhabi International Airport (SCADIA)
Project Manager / Engineer:
Project No.: 1008

Document Category:
Agreement No.: NRTW-1008-CN
Method Statement
Project Title: Procedure No.:
Expansion of Abu Dhabi International Airport 1008-OAJ-MS-1017
New 2K Runway – Main Runway Works
Revision No:
Installation of High Density Polyethylene Pipeline R0
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7. Safety

7.1 PS-GCMI Section100: Clause 100.2 Airport emergency and safety.

7.2 PS-GCMI Section102: Clause 102.11,12,14 General and preliminary.

7.3 CSM Construction Safety Manual

7.4 OAJ JV Safety Manual.

7.5 Safety Hazards and Precautions.

a)- Strike UG Services:

• Use Locator and/or hand excavation (trial holes)

b)-Excavation Collapse:

• Batter sides to safe slope or provide shoring (as directed by

Geotechnical Consultant) and subject to the Engineer’s approval

• Keep vehicles/equipment safely away from excavation edge

• Keep spoil at least 2.0 meters away from edge

c)- Fall into excavation:

• Provide fencing, guardrails or flagging tape around edges as well as

night lights.

• Provide safely fixed ladders (every 50m)

• Provide banks man when operating equipment near excavation.

d)-Crane Accidents:

• All cranes checked and certified

• Operators professional and well experienced

• Provide banks man when operating near excavation

• Check load indicator, slings and wire ropes daily

 Employer: Contractor

Supervision Committee for the Expansion of

Abu Dhabi International Airport (SCADIA)
Project Manager / Engineer:
Project No.: 1008

Document Category:
Agreement No.: NRTW-1008-CN
Method Statement
Project Title: Procedure No.:
Expansion of Abu Dhabi International Airport 1008-OAJ-MS-1017
New 2K Runway – Main Runway Works
Revision No:
Installation of High Density Polyethylene Pipeline R0
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e)- Falling Objects:

• Stand clear during lifting operations

• Wear hard hats

f)- Equipment & Vehicles:

• Use Safety belts

• Slow down and obey speed limits

• Provide “back-ups” alarms

• Provide banks man when operating equipment near excavation.

g)- Confined Space:

• Check excavations and pipes for snakes and scorpions before entry and
handling

• Take precautions against flooding

• Develop rescue procedures

8. Prior Activities:

8.1 Calibrate Surveying Instruments

8.2 Check for existing utilities before excavation (Trial Holes)

8.3 Check all pipes free of cracks, dirt and chips or damage to liner

8.4 Prepare and get approval of Shop Drawings.

8.5 Transportation, storage and handling will comply with the Manufacturer’s
recommendation.
 Employer: Contractor

Supervision Committee for the Expansion of

Abu Dhabi International Airport (SCADIA)
Project Manager / Engineer:
Project No.: 1008

Document Category:
Agreement No.: NRTW-1008-CN
Method Statement
Project Title: Procedure No.:
Expansion of Abu Dhabi International Airport 1008-OAJ-MS-1017
New 2K Runway – Main Runway Works
Revision No:
Installation of High Density Polyethylene Pipeline R0
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9. Procedure:

All activities carried out will comply with the OAJ-JV Inspection Test Plan which reflects the testing
requirements of the Contract.

9.1 Prepare the Shop Drawings and submit to the Engineer for approval prior to starting any
excavation works.

Note: Only the drawings marked as approved “Issued for Construction” are allowed to be
used by the Site Staff.

9.2 Survey will be conducted according to MS-1005.

9.3 Dewatering, if required, will be conducted according to MS-1004.

9.4 Excavation will be conducted to the proper formation level according to MS-1002 and
MS-1008.

Note The Engineer’s Inspector will be notified if any areas are over excavated or unsuitable
materials are encountered, in which case replacement material will be used.
9.5 The formation level will be to the required lines and grades as detailed in the approved Shop
Drawings.

9.6 The trench formation shall be compacted to 98% of MDD.

Note: Formation compaction is a hold point and will be confirmed by The Consultants
Inspector before proceeding with the bedding.

9.7 The trench excavation shall not exceed the pipe laying by more than 50 meters unless agreed
by the Engineer.

9.8 Trailer with hoist Crain shall be used for shifting pipes from yard to the site.

9.9 Stacking of pipes along the trench side opposite to the excavated material heap with the
sockets pointing the direction of laying. All materials will be subject for inspection and verified
free from defects or damages prior to its use.
Note: The pipe installation is a hold point and lines and levels must be checked and approved
by the Consultant’s Inspector before other work proceeds. Any adjustment in the line
and grade shall be made by scrapping away or filling and tampering in under the
Barrel of the pipe.

9.10 A single wide flat sling shall be used to lift the pipe at its center of gravity and in order to lower
the pipe into the trench.
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Supervision Committee for the Expansion of

Abu Dhabi International Airport (SCADIA)
Project Manager / Engineer:
Project No.: 1008

Document Category:
Agreement No.: NRTW-1008-CN
Method Statement
Project Title: Procedure No.:
Expansion of Abu Dhabi International Airport 1008-OAJ-MS-1017
New 2K Runway – Main Runway Works
Revision No:
Installation of High Density Polyethylene Pipeline R0
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Note: All pipes, fittings, valves etc. should be carefully lowered in the trench with suitable
equipment in a manner that will prevent damage and all foreign materials shall be
removed from inside the pipes and fittings before being lowered into position.

9.11 Each pipe shall be laid accurately to line and gradient.

9.12 All open ends to be plugged when pipe laying is not in progress.

9.13 Pipes will be welded or joined by pipe supplier when required, as per specifications, and then
can be snaked into the trench easily.

9.14 Flanged joint is to be made using flat gasket and bolt shall be inserted and must turn to fingers
tightness. Thereafter, the final tightening of the nuts to be completed by the toggle spanners in
such sequence that diametrically opposite must be tightened together.

Note: All valves and fittings will be installed as per the approved shop drawing.

Thrust blocks will be detailed in a different method statement and will be submitted
prior to its implementation on Site.

Valves, fittings, adapter, meters, fire hydrant, etc which are housed in concrete
chambers shall be protected to avoid damage to the factory applied coating. Pipe ports
and fittings inside the chambers with bituminous coating to be protected with approved
paint.

9.15 Backfilling will proceed in layers in accordance with MS-1008

• By hand to a level 500mm above the crown of pipe.

• With rollers or plate compactors up to the final ground level.

9.16 Pressure test is detailed in a separate method statement.

 Employer: Contractor

Supervision Committee for the Expansion of

Abu Dhabi International Airport (SCADIA)
Project Manager / Engineer:
Project No.: 1008

Document Category:
Agreement No.: NRTW-1008-CN
Method Statement
Project Title: Procedure No.:
Expansion of Abu Dhabi International Airport 1008-OAJ-MS-1017
New 2K Runway – Main Runway Works
Revision No:
Installation of High Density Polyethylene Pipeline R0
Page: 9 of 9

10. Responsibilities:

10.1 It is the Contractor’s Site Manager’s duty to ensure that all necessary safety and protective
equipment are provided along with properly trained and qualified personnel.

10.2 It is the Site Supervisor’s duty to organize the work in a safe manner to ensure that safety
and protective equipment are being properly utilized. He must also assure the method
statement procedure is followed and must observe the Hold-points and notify the Consultant
for inspection.

10.3 It is the worker’s duty to properly wear the protective equipment provided and obey all safety
rules. They must also perform the Work as described in the method statement procedure.

10.4 The Site Engineer will ensure that the site preparation activities are conducted according to
the approved method statement.

10.5 The Material Engineer will ensure that the materials being used are in accordance to the
project specifications and the approved method statement.

11. Attachments:

11.0 Contract drawing’s No. PGAD 745/1008/C/927, PGAD /745/1008/C/401,402,403 and

PAGD /745/1008/C/421,422