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RISK ASSESSMENT METHOD STATEMENT (RAMS)
Method Statement and Risk Assessment for MEP

ISOLATION SERVICE at AL MARYAH CENTRAL
PROJECT CONNECTIVITY CORRIDORS AND LEVEL
B1 CONCOURSE, Maryah island,
ABUDHABI
Project No-M- 1467
Document Ref No: MCL-ME-A-MST-MSS-002
Method Statement Title MEP ISOLATION SERVICES Doc Ref No: MCL-ME-A-MST-MSS-002
Project Location: AMC Concourse Bridge Project, AD Revision No: 01
Prepared By Syed Faisal Ahmed Approved By Revision Date: 20-02-2019
SAF-098 (UAE) 09/16 Rev G 1 of 19 RISK ASSESSMENT METHOD STATEMENT
SAF009 08/13 rev B RISK ASSESSMENT &METHOD STATEMENT EVALUATION SHEET

AL Maryah Central Project Connectivity Corridors &

Project name
Level B1 Concourse
Project No M1467
Main Contractor McLaren Construction Ltd. Document No MCL-ME-A-MST-MSS-002
Title/Task MEP ISOLATION SERVICE Revision No 00
Document
Date of issue 07/02/2019 Prepared By
Syed Faisal Ahmed
Duration of
Proposed start date 09/02/2019 task 3 DAYS
Contents
Section A Register of Revisions
Section B Scope of Works to be undertaken:
Section C Location of the Project
Section D Location of the Works to be Undertaken with the Project
Section E Site Access/Egress and Access to the Work Zone
Section F Emergency Contacts Details and Procedures:
Section G McLaren Site Specific HSE Safety Induction:
Section H Welfare facilities:
Section I Personal Protective Equipment
Section J Plant/Equipment and tools to be Used
Section K Materials To be used.
Section L Communication/Toolbox Talks/Training Requirements:
Section M Works Permits
Section N Environmental and Waste Management:
Section O Programme for the Works:
Section P Housekeeping and Storage:
Section Q Hygiene and cleanliness
Section R Working at Height
Section S Occupational Health
Section T Sequence of Works/Activities
Appendices
Appendix A Site Logistic Plans and Other Design Information Relative to the Works
Appendix B Crisis/Emergency Plan
Appendix C COSHH Assessments and Material Data Sheets (to be provided by Subcontractor)
Appendix D Risk Assessments (to be provided by Subcontractor)
Appendix E Technical Information (to be provided by the Subcontractor)
Appendix F Risk Assessment

Section A - Register of Revisions
Revision Date Reason for Amendment Amended By Signature Has this amendment been briefed
No (Name) to the operatives involved and have
the operatives signed the register.
(to be commented only if revised and submitted)
This method statement has been prepared in conjunction with the following documents;
1. OSHAD regulation and requirements
2. OHSAD- Code of Practices, HSE Regulations, Technical Guidelines, Mechanisms
3. GR HSE Guidelines and Requirements
4. Federal Environmental Authority Law No 24/1999 and its supplements.
5. Federal Labour Law No 8
6. Articles (3,4,5,7) Local Law No 21/2005 (Waste Management)
7. McLaren SHE Procedures
8. McLaren’s site specific SHEQ Plan (including TMMS, SWMP, EPP).
9. McLaren’s Integrated Management System Policy Statement (IMS).
Section B- Scope of Works to be undertaken:

The work Describes for MEP ISOLATION attachment details.
The following Critical Hazards have been identified during the preparation of the scope of works, please refer to
the Risk Assessments within Appendix D.
1. Manual Handling Injuries

2. Slip Trips and Falls
3. working at Height/ Ladders
4. Fall from Height
5. electrical Hazard
6. Struck by Objects
7. Use of ladders
8.Falling objects
Section C- Location of the Project

Location of the Project;

Our project is located is located AMC CONCOURSE BRIDGE in between Almaryha and Galleria Mall as marked
below.
Section D- Location of the Works to be Undertaken within the Project

Section E- Site Access/Egress and Access to the Work Zone
Entrance to the Site will be from Gate no 1 as per attached drawing.

(logistics plan to be attached)
Section F- Emergency Contacts Details and Procedures:

The following staff from both McLaren and will be on site during the execution of the works and will be
responsible for managing the works;
Name Position Company Contact Details
Paul Carlin Operations Director McLaren 056-1054691
Luke Watson Project manager McLaren 052-1022402
Prabhu Srinivasulu Construction Manager McLaren 050-9709963
Joby John HSE Manager (First Aider) McLaren 050-6372060
Evangeline Huerto First Aider McLaren 056-1852727
Jijo Mathew Safety Advisor/First Aider McLaren 055-2152903
Ramil Magano QA/QC Engineer (Fire marshal) McLaren 050-2923058
Biju MEP Engineer McLaren 056-8059139
Syed Faisal Ahmed Project Manager Genfocus 056-5465814
Anu Baby Project Engineer Genfocus 0565465807
Prabir Kumar Chattarjee Safety Officer Genfocus 0547937312
Prabir Kumar Chattarjee First Aider Genfocus 0547937312
In case of an Emergency/fire Alarm, all operatives, Staff and Visitors are required to report to the Assembly Point,
which is indicated on the site logistics drawing, as indicated by the symbol below. Where the registers will be
checked to ensure that no one is un-accounted. No one will be allowed to leave the assembly point until the
Emergency response Controller confirms that it is safe to do so.
1 Assembly Point No-01 (TBA)

2 Assembly Point No-02 (TBA)
Please refer to the attached Crisis/Emergency Plan, (Appendix B) which is to be implemented where the need
arises.
The Qualified First Aiders for the Project are listed below, and the first Aid Boxes will be available either in the
Induction/First Aid Room or in the Main Office.
McLaren: (details of First Aiders) Subcontractors(Details of First Aiders )
Joby John- 050-6372060 Syed Faisal Ahmed 056-5465814
Jijo Mathew 055-2152903
Please see below the Emergency contact details
Authority/Company Contact Telephone No.

McLaren Construction Ltd 04-3417964
Police 999
Ambulance 997
GR Emergency No 058-2864950
AMC Emergency No 056-7459621
Section G- McLaren Site Specific HSE Safety Induction:

Prior to any works taking place, all Operatives arriving at AMC project will be required to undergo a
Multiplex/Gulf Related safety induction followed by McLaren Site Safety induction, which will be held in the
induction room, by McLaren’s HSE Representative or other designated person. Once the operatives have received
the site specific safety induction, they then will be briefed on the contents of this RAMS, by their respective Site
Supervisor, from which they will then be required a sign a RAMS Briefing Register (SAF019 UAE) confirming that
they have been briefed and that they fully understand the RAMS and what is expected from them during the
execution of the site works. The Operatives will also be briefed on the Emergency and Security Procedures for the
project, which is also a part of site safety induction programme.
Any operative who will be operating any plant and equipment will be required to produce a copy of their
competency certificate/card carried out by an OSHAD approved third party training provider, to enable McLaren
to issue them with the Plant Operators Authorisation (SAF023 UAE).
Section H- Welfare facilities:
Drinking Water-
Clean drinking water will be provided on site (as per approved Logistics plan) and all operatives are to ensure they
take on enough fluids throughout the day.
Comply with Summer Working Requirements .
Rest areas and toilet-

Rest area and toilets are being provided at site and located as per AMC logistics layout plan
Section I- Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)

The Following Personal Protective Equipment must be worn/be available during the execution of the works
activities
Type of PPE Required Yes No

Safety Helmet (as per standards) Yes
Safety Footwear (as per standards) Yes
Eye protection (as per standards) Yes
Gloves (as per standards) Yes
Hi- viz Vests Yes
Overalls (for operatives only) Yes
Ear protection Yes
Face Respirator No
Body Harness Yes
Respiratory masks Yes
Others (other specific requirements)
Please ensure that any specific precautions for PPE as identified within MSDS/COSHH assessment or any
specific requirements by supplier/manufacturer are to be complied and adhered to.
Section J- Plant and Equipment to be Used


It is anticipated that the following hand tool will be used during the execution of the works; other items will also
be identified on the schedule below;
 Various hand tools

 Tools (spanners, Pipe wrench)
 Multi-meter. (valid calibration certificate will be provided before use)
 Ladder-Rubber Padded
 Distribution Boards(Temporary)
*Note: All relevant competency certificates (as per OHSAD /GR requirements) to be submitted to HSE
Manager/Eng./Advisor prior to start of any activity.
(Below schedule to be completed by subcontractor)

Type of Plant/Equipment to be Used Yes No Type of Plant/Equipment to be Used Yes No
Lifting No Cradle No
Mechanical hoist No Excavation shoring No
Mobile elevating working platform No Hand tools Yes
Ladder Yes Electrical tools Yes
Hoist No CAT & Gen Set No
Test Equipment No Ventilation/Extraction Equip No
Task Lighting Yes Pump No
Tubular Scaffolding No Lifting slings/chains No
Mobile scaffolds No Mechanical plant No
Podium Scaffold No Others:
Section K- Materials To be used.

The following Materials will be utilised during the execution of the works, the Material Data sheets being
provided, which will allow the relevant COSHH assessments to be carried out; (See Appendix C)
Item Material Description Has MSDS been Has the COSHH

provided and Assessment sheet been
attached? completed and attached?
N/A
Section L- Communication/Tool Box Talks/Training Requirements:

Once the RAMS has been briefed to the workforce, we will also hold Tool Box Talk relative to the work activities
being carried out, these will be conducted by the HSE team, in conjunction with the relevant site supervisors, this
will ensure that the message gets across to the workforce, in their own language, thus avoiding any
misinterpretation of the RAMS/Toolbox Talk.

During the Preparation of this RAMS the following training for the staff and operatives has been identified;
Item Description of Training Has the Training been If not, when will be
completed? (Yes/No) completed(Date)
1 Competency of Electricians to carry out the Attached
task
*Note: All relevant certificates will be submitted prior to works commencing or during induction. Where the
training has not been carried out, it must do so prior to the works/activities commencing.
Section M- Works Permits

The following works permits will be required during the execution of the Works;
Item Description of the Work Permit Permit Issued By Tick only applicable
1 Permit to Enter Confined Space McLaren
2 Permit for Lifting Operations. McLaren
3 Permit to Dig McLaren
4 Permit to work Hot cutting or Welding McLaren
5 Permit to Work in Ceiling Void McLaren
6 Permit for Roof Access McLaren
7 Permit to Work with Ladders, steps McLaren 
8 Permit to Work at Height McLaren 
9 Permit to Work – Electrical above 110V McLaren 
10 Permit to Work with COSHH Items McLaren
11 Permit to Work at External Face of The Building McLaren
12 Permit for Removal of Existing Fall Protections McLaren
13 Permit for Existing MEP Service Isolation McLaren 
Any other permits if required to be added
Section N- Environmental and Waste Management:

During the execution of the project, waste will accumulate. Skips will be provided by McLaren and will be
required to put all waste in the skips provided. All waste will be segregated for recycling as per below sequence
1. Metal
2. Plastic
3. General waste
4. Concrete waste
5. Food waste
6. Hazardous waste
7. Wood Waste
Due to the nature of the works and the actual conditions of the present site, airborne dust will be minimal,
however where necessary the area affected by the installation of the temporary works, the dust will be
suppressed by spraying water.
Drip trays to be placed under plant and generator to catch any excess oil. Approved Waste Collection Contractor
will then remove excess oil from site in oil containers and sent back to store for collection.

Section O- Programme for the Works.

The works will commence on 11/02/2019 For a duration of 1 week, as the works are scheduled, there will be
requirement for additional lighting in day.
However if Night shift starts, adequate task lighting to be provided by the subcontractor
Section P- Housekeeping and Storage:
Housekeeping will be carried out as and when required and storage of materials will be in an agreed location (as
per approved site logistics plan) within the segregated area and as agreed in subcontractor prestart meeting. The
subcontractor will remove from site.
Section Q- Hygiene and cleanliness:
Hygiene and cleanliness are the upmost requirements for the project. All works carried out with AMC Projects
Procedures and requirements.
Section R- Working at Height

During the preparation of the RAMS, the following activities for working at height have been identified and have
been addressed within the risk assessments within Appendix D. (to be filled if applicable to your works)
Item Activity Risk Assessment Reference

1 MEP Service Isolation Refer attached risk assessment
2 Draining of mechanical services Refer attached risk assessment
Section S- Occupational Health

During the preparation of the RAMS, the following Occupational Health items have been reviewed and addressed
within this Method Statement.
Item Description of OH Item Preventative Measures, (see also within the Risk Assessments)
1 Bad Back/sprain due to improper All Operatives will be briefed on correct lifting techniques and
Manual handling avoid heavy lifting altogether
2 Hand/Arm Vibration N/A
3 Construction dust Area will be watered to minimise dust

4 Noise N/A
5 Sun Operatives will be required to wear long sleeve and pants to
avoid direct sunlight UV rays and drink plenty of water to avoid
dehydration
6 Skin Coveralls and gloves required at all times

Section T- Sequence of Works/Activities

The works will be carried out in the following sequences; (Subcontractor to detail out the sequence of work).
1 RAMS to be briefed to all the operatives involved in the work.

2 STARRT card to be prepared by assessing the area of work prior starting the work.
3 Supervisor to ensure all operatives have received a McLaren and Multiplex site basic induction
4 Supervisor to ensure all operatives have adequate PPE for the job including Full body harness.
5 Supervisor to ensure that the site is clean and ready to start the work.
6 Supervisor to ensure adequate tools are provided and advise Site manager if more tools are needed.
Works will be carried out in such a way as to minimize the impact of the work. Take all reasonable steps
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to minimize the creation of dust.
The client / AMC/ GALLARIA Mall Facility Management will make arrangements and permits for the
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disconnection of the services to the site.
9 Concourse area SMDBA out going feeder to be isolated.
10 Removing of out cable from SMDB-A and De-energizing of FDBs, Equipment’s and wiring systems.
11 Provided warning labels on SMDB and Incoming cable.
12 Danger tags and warning tape are fixed at the live SMDB and Cable.
Multi-meter will be used by the site supervisor to test for live electric cables prior to commencement on
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site.
Warning signs (as described below) will be displayed at the appropriate points around the perimeter of
the site:
14 • Live Panel and Cable.
• Isolation points.
• Personal Protective Equipment requirements.
No cable-stripping work will commence until the electrical supplies to the site have been irreversibly
16
isolated to the main distribution board by the Galleria Mall Facility management.
17 Isolation check list and drawing will be required and to be submitted to main contractor.
18 As per the Demolition chilled hot water drawing find out exact location of isolating valves for CHWS/R.
19 Ensure Equipment’s power supply should be isolated before starting drain.
20 Main isolation valve should be closed (from Galleria) before starting drain.
21 Ensure isolating valve properly closed from Existing Galleria chilled water line.
22 CHW pipe should be drained through strainer or drain cock.
23 CHW pipe properly drained and dis-connected from FAHU.
24 As per the Demolition water supply drawing find out exact location of gate valves for water supply.
25 Main gate valve should be closed (from Galleria) before starting water supply drain.
26 Ensure gate valve properly closed from Existing Galleria water supply line.
27 Cut the PPR pipe for draining, and tank will be arranged to collect the drained water.

28 Drained water drained through the existing flow trap.

29 As per the Demolition firefighting drawing find out exact location of zone control valve.
30 Check the drawing and site condition, confirm if it is installed as per the approved drawing.
31 Permit should be taken and approved from GALLERIA Facility management team (serco).
32 Find out the Sprinkler pipe riser line (SPR) valve and wet pipe riser (WRP) line valves.
33 Fire alarm system and zone control isolation should be confirmed with facility maintenance team.
34 flow meter switch should be isolated from fire control panel.
35 For fire system isolation and draining start with presence of FM team.
36 Main zone control valve should be closed (from Galleria) before starting the drain.
37 Ensure zone control valve properly closed from Existing Galleria water supply line.
38 Open the drain valve and Start the draining.
39 Drained water drained through the existing flow trap.
40 Isolation check list and drawing will be required and to be submitted to main contractor.
41 After isolation check properly fire pipe and confirm if it is drained fully.

APPENDIX A
Site Logistics Plan

APPENDIX B
CRISIS PLAN

CRISIS PLAN
1. Upon an incident, being discovered the first member of McLaren’s staff or the site operative
discovering the incident shall inform the Project Manager and Site HSE team through AMC Project
emergency Contact No-056-7459621.
2. Both the HSE Engineer/advisor and the First Aider are to attend the scene with their mobile. The
project Manager or authorised person waits in office ready to contact relevant emergency
services.
3. Both the HSE Engineer/advisor and the first Aider are to assess the situation and put in place the
relevant systems to end/deal with the emergency.
4. Both the HSE Engineer/advisor and the first Aider are to ensure all trades are gathered at the
assembly point and liaise with supervisor to account for all operatives - no person should leave
site.
5. Either the HSE Engineer/advisor or the first Aider phones the project Manager or site receptionist
and informs him/her of which emergency services are required.
6. The Project Manager calls all relevant McLaren staff.
7. Both the HSE Engineer/advisor and the first Aider waits for the emergency services at scene.
8. Once emergency services arrive, The Project Manager will telephone the relevant authorities, i.e.
the HSE/Client’s Safety Advisor/QHSE Manager/McLaren’s operations Director.
9. Both the HSE Engineer/advisor and the first Aider keep trades informed of the situation and
releases trades to return to work or leave site only when emergency services or The Project
Manager instruct that it is safe to do so, and all names of witnesses are recorded.
10. Project Manager or Construction Manager are to arrange for photographs of the scene to be
taken, and if necessary the area to be cordoned.
A full investigation of the Incident is to be carried out, with a written report being submitted the
SHEQ Director, as soon as practicably possible after the incident, including all witness statements,
11. photos of the scene, induction and method statement records, recommendation to prevent a re-
occurrence and what action has been taken since the incident taking place.

APPENDIX C
COSHH ASSESSMENTS AND MSDS
(Not Applicable)

APPENDIX- D
RISK ASSESSMENTS

APPENDIX-E
TECHNICAL INFORMATION


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RISK ASSESSMENT METHOD STATEMENT (RAMS)

Method Statement and Risk Assessment for MEP

Document Ref No: MCL-ME-A-MST-MSS-002

SAF-098 (UAE) 09/16 Rev G 1 of 19 RISK ASSESSMENT METHOD STATEMENT

SAF009 08/13 rev B RISK ASSESSMENT &METHOD STATEMENT EVALUATION SHEET

AL Maryah Central Project Connectivity Corridors &

SAF-098 (UAE) 09/16 Rev G 2 of 19 RISK ASSESSMENT METHOD STATEMENT

SAF009 08/13 rev B RISK ASSESSMENT &METHOD STATEMENT EVALUATION SHEET

Section A - Register of Revisions

Section B- Scope of Works to be undertaken:

1. Manual Handling Injuries

Section C- Location of the Project

SAF-098 (UAE) 09/16 Rev G 3 of 19 RISK ASSESSMENT METHOD STATEMENT

SAF009 08/13 rev B RISK ASSESSMENT &METHOD STATEMENT EVALUATION SHEET

Section D- Location of the Works to be Undertaken within the Project

SAF-098 (UAE) 09/16 Rev G 4 of 19 RISK ASSESSMENT METHOD STATEMENT

SAF009 08/13 rev B RISK ASSESSMENT &METHOD STATEMENT EVALUATION SHEET

Section E- Site Access/Egress and Access to the Work Zone

Entrance to the Site will be from Gate no 1 as per attached drawing.

Section F- Emergency Contacts Details and Procedures:

SAF-098 (UAE) 09/16 Rev G 5 of 19 RISK ASSESSMENT METHOD STATEMENT

SAF009 08/13 rev B RISK ASSESSMENT &METHOD STATEMENT EVALUATION SHEET

1 Assembly Point No-01 (TBA)

Please see below the Emergency contact details

Authority/Company Contact Telephone No.

Section G- McLaren Site Specific HSE Safety Induction:

SAF-098 (UAE) 09/16 Rev G 6 of 19 RISK ASSESSMENT METHOD STATEMENT

SAF009 08/13 rev B RISK ASSESSMENT &METHOD STATEMENT EVALUATION SHEET

Comply with Summer Working Requirements .

Rest areas and toilet-

Section I- Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)

Type of PPE Required Yes No

Section J- Plant and Equipment to be Used

SAF-098 (UAE) 09/16 Rev G 7 of 19 RISK ASSESSMENT METHOD STATEMENT

SAF009 08/13 rev B RISK ASSESSMENT &METHOD STATEMENT EVALUATION SHEET

 Various hand tools

(Below schedule to be completed by subcontractor)

Section K- Materials To be used.

Item Material Description Has MSDS been Has the COSHH

Section L- Communication/Tool Box Talks/Training Requirements:

SAF-098 (UAE) 09/16 Rev G 8 of 19 RISK ASSESSMENT METHOD STATEMENT

SAF009 08/13 rev B RISK ASSESSMENT &METHOD STATEMENT EVALUATION SHEET

Section M- Works Permits

Section N- Environmental and Waste Management:

SAF-098 (UAE) 09/16 Rev G 9 of 19 RISK ASSESSMENT METHOD STATEMENT

SAF009 08/13 rev B RISK ASSESSMENT &METHOD STATEMENT EVALUATION SHEET

Section O- Programme for the Works.

Section R- Working at Height

Item Activity Risk Assessment Reference

Section S- Occupational Health

3 Construction dust Area will be watered to minimise dust

SAF-098 (UAE) 09/16 Rev G 10 of 19 RISK ASSESSMENT METHOD STATEMENT

SAF009 08/13 rev B RISK ASSESSMENT &METHOD STATEMENT EVALUATION SHEET

Section T- Sequence of Works/Activities

1 RAMS to be briefed to all the operatives involved in the work.

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SAF009 08/13 rev B RISK ASSESSMENT &METHOD STATEMENT EVALUATION SHEET

28 Drained water drained through the existing flow trap.

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SAF009 08/13 rev B RISK ASSESSMENT &METHOD STATEMENT EVALUATION SHEET

Site Logistics Plan

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