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Manual Excavation to Locate Existing

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

S/No Description Page No.

1 Scope 3
2 References 3
3 Definitions 3
4 Product/Materials 3
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5 Sub-Contractor 3
6 Tools & Equipment 3
7 Prior Activities 3
8 Safety 4
8.1 Emergency Procedure 6
9 Responsibilities 7
10 Documentation and Reporting 8
11 Post Work Operation 8
12 Attachments 8
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13 Distribution 9
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1.0 Scope:
1.1 This Method Statement covers the various steps involved in general excavation.

2.0 References:
a) Contract Specifications
b) Approved Construction Drawings

3.0 Definitions:
MS : Method Statement
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d) Induction will be demonstrated to the workforce and clear written instruments

on safety procedures, risks, PPE and evacuation proceduresetc will be issued
to all personnel.

e) Provision of all PPE will be distributed to all the workforce and strict
adherence with safety and wearing the PPE at all times will be monitored and
evaluated at all times.

f) Where possible hazards may arise from replacement/installation of electrical or

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b) All waste will be bagged, removed from site and disposed of in accordance
with the Environmental Management Plan.

12.0 Attachments:-
1. ITP (to be submitted for Engineers review and approval) work shall
commence only after obtaining the Engineers approval.
2. Quality Control Inspection Checklist (to be submitted for Engineers
review and approval) work shall commence only after obtaining the
Engineers approval
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