Trung Hieu Construction Joint Stock Company
Nam Long 2 hydropower project
METHOD STATEMENT FOR 1st CONSTRUCTION YEARS
WEIR FOUNDATION EXCAVATION
PROJECT : NAM LONG 2 HYDROPOWER
EMPLOYER : NAM LONG 2 ELECTRIC CO.LTD
SUPERVISION
: ENTURA
CONSULTANT
EPC CONTRACTOR : TRUNG HIEU CONSTRUCTION JVC.
SUB-CONTRACTOR : THIEN LY HYDROPOWER CONSTRUCTION LTD.
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
TABLE OF CONTENTS .............................................................................................................................. 2
1. REVISION RECORD ....................................................................................................................... 3
2. PURPOSE........................................................................................................................................ 3
3. SCOPE OF WORKS ........................................................................................................................ 3
4. REFERENCES................................................................................................................................. 3
4.1. Contract documents ......................................................................................................................... 3
4.2. Contractors Submittal ....................................................................................................................... 3
5. DEFINITIONS / ABBREVIATIONS ................................................................................................... 4
5.1. Definition .......................................................................................................................................... 4
5.2. Abbreviations ................................................................................................................................... 4
6. RESPONSIBILITIES ........................................................................................................................ 4
6.1. Project Manager: Mr. Nguyen Van, Kien .......................................................................................... 4
6.2. Construction Manager: Mr. Somboun SENGMANY ......................................................................... 5
6.3. Site Engineer: Mr. Thongsouk SAVANPHET ................................................................................... 5
6.4. QA/QC Engineer / Inspector: Tengthao VAXENG ............................................................................ 5
6.5. Surveyor: Mr. Nguyen The, Dap ....................................................................................................... 5
6.6. HSE Engineer/Officer: Mr. Chaeng Xiong ........................................................................................ 6
6.7. Foremen/ Works Supervisor: Mr. Pharn LATTHAVEEZAI ................................................................ 6
7. EQUIPMENTS/ TOOLS / MANPOWER ........................................................................................... 6
7.1. Equipment’s / Tools.......................................................................................................................... 6
7.2. List of Manpower .............................................................................................................................. 6
8. PROCEDURE .................................................................................................................................. 7
8.1. Construction Layout of Weir Foundation Excavation ........................................................................ 7
8.2. Take level and benchmarks ............................................................................................................. 7
8.3. Clearing of area prior to excavation ............................................................................................... 10
8.4. Excavation of the area ................................................................................................................... 10
8.5. Survey monitoring of the formation level ........................................................................................ 14
8.6. Finalization of the formation level ................................................................................................... 14
8.7. Rock Excavation ............................................................................................................................ 14
9. HSE PRECAUTIONS ..................................................................................................................... 16
10. ATTACHMENTS ............................................................................................................................ 16
10.1. Inspection Checklists ................................................................................................................. 16
10.3. Inspection Test Plan ................................................................................................................... 18
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1. REVISION RECORD
This page is a record of all revisions of the document identified below by number and title. All previous
revisions are hereby superseded and are to be destroyed.
Rev Date By Cheked. Approved Description of Revisions
0 3-May-21 First issue
2. PURPOSE
The purpose of this Method Statement is to define the procedure for the sequence of works for excavating
the site from the existing levels down to the formation level, considering all the necessary safety and quality
aspects of the work activities.
3. SCOPE OF WORKS
1. Excavation of Site to the foundation formation level.
4. REFERENCES
4.1. Contract documents
1. Project Specification : EPC Contract
2. Contract Drawings : Basic Design Document Approved
3. Design: Detailed Design EPC code: TH-NL2-DD-HW-RW-01
4.2. Contractors Submittal
4. Project Quality Magement Plan, EPC code: TH-NL2-GS (General Submission)-QA/QC-01
5. Project Environmental Health and Safety Plan, EPC code: TH-NL2-GS-EHS-01
6. Shop Drawings
Sr.
Description Rev No. Date Remarks
No.
1 Rolling weir foundation pit TH-NL2-SD-HW-RW-FEX-01
excavation
2 Diversion Work TH-NL2-SD-HW-RW-DW-01
3
7. Related method Statements
Sr.
Description Rev No. Date Remarks
No.
1 Survey for construction TH-NL2-MS-HW-RW-SvC-01
2 Blasting Safety TH-NL2-MS-HW-RW-BlT-01
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3 Diversion Work TH-NL2-MS-HW-RW-DW-01
4 Dewater Work TH-NL2-MS-HW-RW-DeW-01
5. DEFINITIONS / ABBREVIATIONS
5.1. Definition
1. Project: Nam Long 2 hydropower project
2. Employer: Nam Long 2 Electric Ltd
3. Consultant: Entura
4. Contractor: Trung Hieu Construction JVC.
5. Sub-contractor: Thien Ly Hydropower Construction Ltd.
6. Designer: EVN PECC3
5.2. Abbreviations
1. Engineer - Representative of Entura
2. ICL - Inspection Check List
3. IR - Inspection Request
4. ITL -Independent Testing Laboratory
5. ITP - Inspection and Test Plan
6. ITR -Inspection & Test Requests
7. MAT - Material Submittal
8. MEP - Mechanical Electrical Plumbing
9. MET - Method Statement
10. MIR - Material Inspection Request
11. MSDS - Material Safety Data Sheet
12. PPE -Personal Protective Equipment
13. PQP -Project Quality Plan
14. PTW -Permit To Work ( Working at Height or enclosed spaces)
15. RA -Hazard Identification and Risk Assessment
16. RFIA - Request for Inspection and Approval
17. SD - Shop Drawing
18. TBM - Temporary Bench Mark
6. RESPONSIBILITIES
6.1. Project Manager: Mr. Nguyen Van, Kien
1. Shall be responsible for the following:
2. Ensuring that the project works in his zone are carried out in accordance with Company policies and in
accordance with the requirements of this Quality plan.
3. Ensuring the full compliance of subcontractors with Company Quality policies and with the requirements
of this Quality plan.
4. To ensure that all the equipment required to execute the works according to the construction
programme are available, in good condition, and provide any additional equipment that might be
required.
5. To co-ordinate with the Construction Manager, Project Engineer, Safety Engineer, Foreman and
Surveyor for a safe and proper execution of the works.
6. To guide specific attention to all safety measures in co-ordination with the safety officer/engineer.
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6.2. Construction Manager: Mr. Somboun SENGMANY
1. Ensure area is ready and safe to start the works.
2. Set up required equipment and plant through discussion with the Project Manager and Project
Engineer/Works Supervisor.
3. Ensure the works are carried out according to the specification, quality and approved shop drawings.
4. Liaise and co-ordinate with the Project Manager for the agreed sequence of works with respect to the
construction programme.
5. Allocation of required manpower through co-ordination with the Project Manager.
6. Provide the risk assessments for the works in hand.
7. Provide sufficient and safe access for operatives, trucks and pumps.
8. Take precautionary measures with regards to protecting works from hot weather, wind, rain and sun.
6.3. Site Engineer: Mr. Thongsouk SAVANPHET
1. The engineer shall carry out his duties in a manner that shall be co-ordinated by the project manager on
a daily basis, and shall ensure proper distribution of the workforce and equipment at required locations.
2. To be aware of test frequencies related to the formation level.
3. To control disposal of waste excavated material according to the instructions received from the Project
Manager.
4. To co-ordinate with the Safety Officer to maintain safe working and proper housekeeping of the site. To
comply with the safety measures and ensure that all Safety Officer Teams are aware of the same to
prevent accident and loss.
5. To monitor and check all activities and ensure that works shall be carried out according to specifications,
quality and approved drawings.
6. To inform the QC Inspector of the areas ready for inspection.
6.4. QA/QC Engineer / Inspector: Tengthao VAXENG
1. Ensuring that Consultant/Employer inspection requests are implemented.
2. Compilation of all necessary quality control checklists
3. Assisting Consultants during the Inspections.
4. Coordinating with the third party lab regarding tests and results.
5. The control of work performance by means of checking the work before consultants’ inspection and
issuing RFIs & punch lists as necessary.
6. Completion of documentation to verify the work performed.
7. Controlling all inspection activities on-site in line with ITPs.
8. Ensuring that all test equipment including surveying equipment is calibrated and is suitable for use on-
site.
6.5. Surveyor: Mr. Nguyen The, Dap
1. To establish benchmarks from agreed reference points, provide required setting out and level markings
and follow up with regular checks.
2. Co-ordinate with the Project Engineer / Foreman and ensure the approved shop drawings/construction
drawings shall be implemented properly.
3. Maintain survey details and reports, periodically check the progressing works and advise the project
manager of any deviation from the drawings.
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6.6. HSE Engineer/Officer: Mr. Chaeng Xiong
1. To ensure implementation of all safety measures related to the nature of works being carried out, and
in accordance with the Project Safety Plan.
2. To ensure that all the persons involved in the works are aware of their responsibilities, and that they
have enough understanding of the safety procedures.
3. The safety officer in co-ordination with the Project Manager shall ensure that all the implemented safety
measures are effective enough to maintain safe working on the site.
4. To maintain continuous inspections of the site activities, advise and train persons on a daily basis to
prevent accidents and personnel injury.
5. To give special concern to housekeeping, and ensure that the site is maintained clean and tidy.
6. To ensure all the relevant safety sign boards for different works are in place.
6.7. Foremen/ Works Supervisor: Mr. Pharn LATTHAVEEZAI
1. Ensure the works are progressed in the sequence as agreed with the Project Manager.
2. Liaise with the Project / Construction Manager for the allocation of the work force, ensuring adequate
manpower is available.
3. Liaise with the site manager to ensure all the required plant / materials are available to construct the
works.
4. Full time supervision shall be required to ensure the works are carried out in accordance to
specifications, quality and approved drawings.
7. EQUIPMENTS/ TOOLS / MANPOWER
7.1. Equipment’s / Tools
1. Bulldozers: 01 4. Auto Levels:01
2. Excavators: 02 5. Dump Trucks: 04
3. Total Stations: 01 6. Wheel loader: 01
7.2. List of Manpower
1. Project Manager: 01 4. Foremen / Work Supervisors:01
2. Site Engineer: 01 5. Equipment Operators: 8
3. Safety Engineer/Officer:01 6. Skilled and unskilled labourers: 3
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8. PROCEDURE
8.1. Construction Layout of Weir Foundation Excavation
8.2. Take level and benchmarks
Prior to start the excavation works, the Surveyor will verify the current excavation level and benchmarks
by taking the As-built Survey and furnish the site team for their reference.
In the weir area, Contractor has been established two 4th Grade Surface Control Network Points:
HIV3: X(m)-E=2315412.8507 Y(m)-N=693988.9178
HIV4: X(m)-E= 2315400.6613 Y(m)-N= 694059.3095
and three point of 4th –Ranked Triangle Survey Control Network
Point Coordinate of controlling point
X(m) Y(m) Z(m)
TGIV-04 2315886.9188 694328.1978 710.824
TGIV-05 2315588.3418 694371.7200 778.311
TGIV-06 2317363.5991 692891.2494 604.956
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Figure 8.1.1 4th – Ranked Triangle Survey Control Network diagram
The survey team of contractor based on the 4-ranked triangle control network to create the construction
surface control networks in the weir site, include:
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Point Coordinate of controlling point
X(m) Y(m) Z(m)
D1 2,315,763.6760 694,361.9630 695.406
D2 2,315,807.2470 694,287.5690 681.148
D3 2,315,861.896 694,270.723 678.974
D4 2,315,886.304 694,286.283 677.598
From the construction surface control point, the surveyor team use total stations for stake out and
monitoring the excavation process.
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8.3. Clearing of area prior to excavation
Figure 8.2 The status of ground surface before clearing
8.4. Excavation of the area
8.4.1 Excavation and Hauling
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Figure 8.4.1 Layout of the 1st construction years
Figure 8.4.2 Section of the 1st construction years
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Figure 8.4.3 Layering of the 1st construction years
Figure 8.4.4 First Stage-Excavation of Innitial Access Road for hauling REX01-REX04
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Figure 8.4.5 Second Stage- Excavation REX01 –REX04, use two Excavators, one excavate soil or
blasted rock and other load to dump truck
Figure 8.4.6 Third Stage- Excavation REX05 –REX08, use one Excavator for both excavate and load
soil or blasted rock to dump truck.
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8.5. Survey monitoring of the formation level
The works shall be closely monitored by Surveyor to ensure that the required formation level will be
reached and avoiding any over excavation.
The formation level shall be checked by Surveyor once the excavation is done in accordance with
approved shop drawings where the final formation levels shall comply with the approved design
requirements.
8.6. Finalization of the formation level
The final 0.5m of rock layer before reaching the formation level shall be excavated using light jack
hammers to ensure the integrity of the founding stratum after the excavation is complete. In case after
reaching the formation level, any loose or unsuitable surface found during inspection of consultant will
be removed.
The final excavation level shall be levelled and shall be free from any loose/soft materials. Side slopes
of the excavation shall be trimmed. Area will be clean and free from debris, deleterious materials and
any unsuitable soil/surface as defined in project specifications.
8.7. Rock Excavation
8.7.1 Protective Layer
A protective layer (PL) is commonly reserved above foundation surface to protect the underlying rock
mass during dam foundation excavation. The PL of dam foundation is conventionally subdivided into
two or three thin layers and excavated with the shallow-hole blasting method, even by pneumatic pick
method in case of soft rock mass. This method statement introducing the shallow-hole blasting method
for PL excavation.
Figure 8.7.1.1 Typical dam foundation excavation
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The thickness of the PL is determined associated with the geometry of blasting-induced damage zone
(BDZ). The BDZ is generally defined as the rock zone beyond the excavation boundary where the
physical, mechanical and hydraulic properties of the rock mass have been significantly affected due to
blasting excavation. A thickness of 25–40 times the cartridge diameter D of the last layer for bench
blasting is proposed, as shown in Table 8.7.1.1
Intact and hard Relatively intact/hard Jointed and soft
25D 30D 40D
8.7.2. Layered excavation of dam foundation protective layer
The 3-layer PL excavation should be considered, and the excavation of each layer is strictly controlled.
Typical procedure of layered blasting excavation of PL is shown in Figure 8.7.2.1
Figure. 8.7.2.1. Typical procedure of layered blasting excavation of PL
(1) The first layer
Shallow-hole bench blasting should be adopted. After the excavation of the first layer, the remaining
thickness of the PL should be not less than 1.5 m. Cartridge diameter should be less than 40 mm.
(2) The second layer
For the second layer, the single-hole blasting method should be adopted. After the excavation of the
second layer, for intact/hard or relatively intact/hard rock mass, the remaining thickness should be not
less than 0.5 m; for jointed/soft rock mass, the remaining thickness should be not less than 0.7 m. The
angle between the drilling hole and the horizontal foundation surface
Cartridge diameter should be less than 32 mm.
(3) The third layer
For intact/hard or relatively intact/hard rock mass, the drilling hole should not go through the horizontal
foundation surface; for jointed/soft rock mass, the bottom of drilling hole should be 0.2 m above the
horizontal foundation surface, and the final 0.2 m of rock mass should be excavated by prying. The
provisions for angle of the drilling hole and cartridge diameter and detonating method are the same as
those for the second layer.
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9. HSE PRECAUTIONS
1. Water shall be sprayed as required on heaped excavated materials to control the dust.
2. Importance shall be given to all safety procedures so that the excavation activities can be carried out in
safe conditions.
3. For all excavations in traffic areas, adequate barriers, signboard, warning signs, traffic control and
flashing lights shall be provided. Warning tape shall be installed around the excavated area 1m away
from the top of excavation. Steel bars shall be used as posts with warning tape on the excavation’s
perimeter.
4. If an existing service is exposed during the excavation, the service should be properly protected and
supported during all the activities.
5. For excavations the sides of the excavation shall be sloped, stepped or shored for stability.
6. Proper and safe access to the bottom of the excavation shall be given by ladder staircases with top and
mid rails and toe boards.
10. ATTACHMENTS
10.1. Inspection Checklists
10.1.1 Quality checklist for Excavation
No. ITEM DESCRIPTION YES NO Signature of site
engineer
1 Good for shop drawings available
2 Ground levels, coordinates marked and recorded.
3 Average depth of excavation recorded
4 Surveyor certified the coordinates and levels.
5 Soil is stacked away from the edge of excavation
6 Soil is reaching the proper dumping yard
7 Supervision from the contractor is enough
8 Technical skills are enough for the operators
9 Protection of the excavation sides is met.
10 Excavation bottom level is correct as per drawings
10.1.2 Safety Check list for Excavation
No. ITEM DESCRIPTION YES NO Signature of
site engineer
1 Sign boards are kept at all visible places
2 Enough banks man are appointed
3 Enough signal man are appointed
4 Enough flood lights are provided
5 Condition of excavator is checked by operator on daily basis.
6 Speeding of dumpers is ok.
7 Conditions of dumpers viz no spillage of soil from sides or
top.
8 Access to the excavation bottom is proper.
9 Fire extinguisher is available near by area
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10 First aid is available with trained first aider.
11 Alarm is available in case
of emergency evacuation.
12 Sufficient Pumps are available
13 Water collection pit is available
14 Excavation slopes are
properly protected
10.1.3 Environmental check list for Excavation
No. ITEM DESCRIPTION YES NO Signature of site
engineer
1 Water is sprinkled to avoid dust pollution
2 No mud water is pumped in to public drains
3 No contaminated water is pumping into public drains
4 All the soil slopes are protected from erosion of soil.
5 Smoke emitting from the machinery is ok
6 Noise levels are less than 70db
7 Sedimentat ion tank is available
8 Silt traps are provided
9 Temporary excavation drainage is ok.
10.2. Risk Assessment
NO. HAZARD RISK LIKELY SEVERITY RISK CONTROL
LEVEL HOOD MEASURES
1 Workers falling in to Low Low High Provide barricading around
excavation the
2 Workers hit by Low Low Medium Appoint banks man to control
excavator excavator movements
3 Soil collapse Low Low Medium Stack soil away from
excavation
4 Flooding of water in to Low Low High Provide enough pumps
excavation
5 Workers falling from High Low Medium Provide proper access with
the slopes hand railing
6 Workers hit by High Low Medium Appoint signal man to guide
dumpers dumpers movement
7 Workers working in High Medium High Provide enough lighting
dark
8 Excavators over High Low High Appoint competent operators
turning
10 Collision of dumpers Medium Low Medium Appoint signal man
11 Sudden down pour Low Low High Provide alarm to evacuate the
workers.
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10.3. Inspection Test Plan
Responsible Inspection Method Relevant Documents
Activity Construction
Item to Inspect Frequency Tools and Acceptance Governing Inspection Remarks
No. Process
PM OE Instrument Criteria Specification checklist no.
1.0 Documents
Commence
1.1 Before work upon
Prepare Method Method Statement Commenceme nt approval
Statement Approval of work PM Approval by OE R Design Specification N/A by OE
Commence
1.2 Before work upon
Prepare Shop Commenceme nt approval
drawing Approved of work PM Approval by OE R Detailed Design N/A by OE
2.0
location map,
Before design/reference
Survey and setting Control points, center commenceme nt drawings, survey
2.1 out line, elevation of work PM record R Dwg N/A
3.0 Preparation Works
Method Statement of
Location, alignment, During setting out survey Survey for
3.1 Stake out, survey elevation of excavation PM instruments I/R construction N/A
Quality,
Sigboard, sigal man, Safety and
environmental Environmental Health during of Environmental Ran dom
3.2 protect and Safety check excavation PM Check on site I QMP, EHS check list inspection
4.0 Excavating
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Control points, center Design/referenc
line, tunnel limits, e drawings,
safety supports, blasting survey record, Inspection
equipment and governing checklist
Survey and setting accesorries, blast hole Before every specifications, before
4.1 out locations excavation cycle PM blasting plan R/I Dwg, Drilling pattern blasting
excavation limits, survey data,
blasting missfires, reference Inspection
Excavation ventilation, vibration drawing and checklist after
4.2 verification data after mucking PM specifications I Dwg blasting
Inspection
loose material debri, before concreting Visual Dwg, Environmental checklist for
Trimming and cleanliness of base or slope inspection, Health and Safety shotcreting,
4.3 Scaling material, tunnel profile protection works PM survey data I/R Plan concreting
Legend:
PM: Project Manager I: Inspection N/A: not applicable
OE: Owner's Engineer R: Review
HP: Hold Point T: Test
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