METHOD STATEMENT (MS-CIG704-001)

Project: 112m Long Subway Station Construction

Client: The Owner

Contractor: [Your Company/Group Name]

Date: [Date of Submission]

Location: [Project Location/Alignment]

1. Document Control and Revisions

Rev. No. Date Description of Change Prepared By Reviewed By Approved By

A [Date] Initial Draft for Project Submission [Your Name] [Reviewer/TA Name] [Lecturer Name]

2. Project Scope and Methodology

2.1. Project Summary

The project involves the construction of a 112-meter-long underground subway station located beneath an urban environment
with varying natural ground elevations. The structure is fully embedded below ground level and is constructed using the Bottom-
Up Construction Technique, utilizing permanent diaphragm walls as the primary shoring and lateral earth support.

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2.2. Key Constraints and Requirements

Methodology: Strictly limited to the Bottom-Up Construction Method.

Shoring: 1.2 m thick Diaphragm Walls are used as permanent shoring and structural elements, extending 12 m below the raft
slab.

Ground Conditions: Excavation is primarily through Silty Sand.

Temporary Support: Required strutting system installed every 3 m depth and spaced 5 m longitudinally.

Restoration: The final roof slab must be covered, and the ground surface restored to its Original Natural Ground Profile
Elevations.

2.3. Structural Parameters

Element Dimensions / Thickness Spacing / Depth

Diaphragm Wall (Permanent) 1.2 m thick Extends 12 m below Raft Slab

Raft Slab 2.0 m thick At Final Excavation Level

Intermediate Slabs 1.0 m thick Multiple levels as per cross-section

Roof Slab 1.2 m thick Tied to Diaphragm Wall Capping Beam

Intermediate Columns 0.7 m × 1.5 m Spaced every 8 m longitudinally

Piles (Foundation) 0.8 m × 2.8 m 16 m total length (below each column)

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3. Plant, Equipment, and Manpower

3.1. Major Equipment List

Diaphragm Wall Grab/Hydrofraise

Bentonite Mixing and Desanding Plant

Crawler Cranes (for lifting rebar cages and structural components)

Excavators and Backhoes

Tremie Pipes (for underwater concreting)

Concrete Pumps and Transit Mixers

Survey Equipment (Total Station)

Vibratory Compactor/Roller

3.2. Manpower Allocation (Typical)

Project Manager / Site Engineer

Safety Officer

Surveyor / Assistant

Foremen (Earthwork, Concrete, Structural)

Skilled Labor (Welders, Carpenters, Steel Fixers)

General Laborers

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4. Health, Safety, and Environment (HSE)

4.1. Key Hazards and Mitigation

Hazard Potential Risk Control Measure
Deep Excavation Injury to personnel, equipment
Collapse loss.
Use of permanent diaphragm walls and timely installation of temporary
struts (max 3m lift depth). Continuous monitoring of wall deflection.

Lifting/Rigging
Failure Dropped loads (rebar cages, struts, Certified lifting equipment and personnel. Daily checks of rigging and
crane pipes). operations. Exclusion zones maintained.
Working at Height

Falls during strut installation/removal. Full body harness, double lanyard tie-off, certified scaffold or manlift
access.

Environmental contamination. Designated, bunded areas for bentonite processing. Licensed disposal of
Spoil and Slurry Disposal excess spoil and contaminated materials.
4.2. Emergency Procedures

Defined locations for first aid stations and evacuation assembly points.

Rescue plan for personnel in the excavation (e.g., retrieval systems for deep trenches).

Communication protocol for reporting incidents to Project Management and Emergency Services.

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5. Constructions sequence and procedures
The construction of the 112 m underground subway station shall be executed using the Bottom-Up Construction Method. The
following sequence outlines all activities from site setup to final restoration, with detailed procedures for every step.

5.1 Phase 1 – Site Preparation, Mobilization & Setting Out

5.1.1 Mobilization

• Mobilize required equipment: cranes, excavators, bentonite plant, pumps, generators.

• Install temporary site offices, storage areas, safety signage, and fencing.

• Establish equipment access routes and material laydown areas.

• Conduct toolbox talks and safety induction for all personnel.

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5.1.2 Setting Out

• Perform precise topographical survey for the 112 m alignment.

• Mark centerlines, diaphragm wall panel limits, guide wall locations, utilities, and benchmarks.

• Confirm levels with the supervision consultant before commencement.

5.1.3 Utility Relocation & Protection

• Identify existing utilities (water, sewage, electricity, telecom).

• Implement temporary diversions if required.

• Install protection barriers where utilities cross the work zone.

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5.2 Phase 2 – Diaphragm Wall Construction (Permanent Shoring System)

5.2.1 Guide Wall Construction

• Excavate shallow trenches (typically 1.0 m deep).

• Cast reinforced concrete guide walls (approx. 0.5 m thick × 0.7 m high).

• Ensure guide walls are perfectly aligned to control trench verticality.

5.2.2 Panel Excavation Under Bentonite

• Start excavation using a grab or hydrofraise machine.

• Maintain slurry level at least 1.0 m above groundwater to stabilize trench.

• Continuously pump bentonite slurry through desanding units.

• Check trench verticality using inclinometer (tolerance 1:300).

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5.2.3 Reinforcement Cage Installation

• Fabricate cages at ground level, including couplers, stiffeners, and spacers.

• Lift cages using crawler cranes and lower them into the trench carefully to avoid deformation.

• Ensure proper cover using PVC spacers.

5.2.4 Tremie Concrete Placement

• Insert tremie pipes to trench bottom.

• Place concrete continuously to displace bentonite upward without segregation.

• Maintain minimum 3 m embedment of tremie pipe tip in fresh concrete.

• Allow panel curing period before excavating adjacent panels.

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 5.2.5 Capping Beam Construction

• After all panels are completed, break excess concrete at panel tops.

• Install rebar and cast a continuous capping beam along the wall alignment.

• This connects all panels and provides support for struts/walers.

5.3 Phase 3 – Excavation & Temporary Strutting

5.3.1 Initial Excavation (First Lift: up to 3 m)

• Begin excavation inside diaphragm wall perimeter to first 3 m depth.

• Side walls must be continuously monitored for deflection.

• Remove spoil using dump trucks.

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5.3.2 Installation of First Row of Walers & Struts

• Fix horizontal walers directly against diaphragm walls.

• Install steel struts spaced 5 m longitudinally.

• Apply preloading to ensure structural stability and minimize movement.

5.3.3 Excavation of Second Lift (3 m → 6 m)

• Proceed with the second excavation stage.

• Maintain safe access and drainage.

• Continuously monitor groundwater, wall movement, and equipment conditions.

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5.3.4 Installation of Second Strut Level

• Install second level walers at required elevation.

• Install struts and tighten to specified preloading force.

5.3.5 Continue Excavation & Strutting in 3 m Lifts

• Follow the same sequence for every 3 m depth:

• Excavate

• Install walers

• Install struts

• Repeat until the final excavation level (raft level) is reached.

5.3.6 Base Level Preparation

• Trim soil to final formation level.

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 • Level and compact using plate compactors.

• Place 10–15 cm lean concrete blinding layer across the formation.

• Allow blinding to cure and prepare for waterproofing.

5.4 Phase 4 – Foundation Works (Piles, Waterproofing & Raft Slab)

5.4.1 Pile Construction Under Columns

• Drill 0.8 m × 2.8 m pile shafts to 16 m depth using rotary rig.

• Install rebar cages with centralizers.

• Pour concrete using tremie pipe to avoid collapse.

• Allow curing before column starter installation.

5.4.2 Waterproofing System Installation

• Clean blinding surface thoroughly.

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 • Apply primer and place waterproofing membrane across raft area.

• Extend membrane vertically 300–500 mm up diaphragm walls.

• Perform integrity tests to check for punctures or leaks.

5.4.3 Raft Reinforcement Fixing

• Install bottom mesh reinforcement with proper cover blocks.

• Install pile head connections, top mesh reinforcement, and anchor bars for columns.

• Inspect reinforcement with QA/QC before casting.

5.4.4 Raft Slab Concreting

• Cast the 2.0 m raft slab in segments.

• Ensure continuous pouring in each segment.

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 • Place curing compound and cover with wet hessian blankets.

• Allow slab to reach required strength before column works.

5.5 Phase 5 – Construction of Columns & Intermediate Slabs (Bottom-Up Sequence)

5.5.1 Construction of Intermediate Columns

• Install column starter bars from raft level.

• Fix column formwork and reinforcement.

• Pour concrete and allow curing.

• Ensure verticality and alignment.

5.5.2 Construction of First Intermediate Slab

• Install slab shuttering (soffit formwork).

• Fix bottom and top reinforcement layers.

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 • Leave openings for services and temporary access.

• Cast slab (1.0 m thick) and allow proper curing.

5.5.3 Removal of Lowest Row of Struts

• Once slab reaches minimum required structural strength (verified by cube tests),

→ Remove bottom-most strut level, because slab now supports lateral earth pressure.

5.5.4 Construction of Upper Levels

• Repeat slab construction sequence for each intermediate floor:

• Formwork

• Rebar

• Casting

• Curing

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 • Removal of next strut row

• Continue progressively upward until reaching roof level.

5.6 Phase 6 – Roof Slab Construction

5.6.1 Roof Shuttering & Reinforcement

• Install formwork supported by columns and walls.

• Install rebar ensuring integration with diaphragm wall capping beam.

5.6.2 Concrete Placement

• Cast roof slab (1.2 m thick).

• Provide adequate curing and inspect for cracks or honeycombing.

5.6.3 Removal of Final Strut Levels

• Once roof slab reaches full structural capacity: → Remove all remaining struts permanently.

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5.7 Phase 7 – Backfilling & Restoration

5.7.1 Backfilling Above Roof Slab

• Conduct backfilling in 300 mm compacted layers.

• Use approved granular fill material.

• Achieve minimum 95% Modified Proctor Density.

5.7.2 Restoration to Natural Ground Profile

• Restore ground surface to original pre-construction elevations.

• Reconstruct pavements, asphalt layers, curbs, utilities, and landscaping.

5.8 Phase 8 – Final Works & Demobilization

5.8.1 Final Inspections

• Perform QA/QC walkthroughs.

• Complete as-built drawings and documentation.

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 • Handover to client after final approval.

5.8.2 Demobilization

• Remove temporary facilities, barriers, bentonite plant, cranes, and waste materials.

• Leave site clean and free of obstructions.

6. Quality Assurance and Quality Control (QA/QC)

Item Control Procedure Responsible Party Acceptance Criteria

Setting Out within ±10 mm (Plan) Engineer

Independent survey check of
alignment and elevation. Surveyor / QC Tolerance and ±5 mm (Level).

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 Concrete Slump Slump test performed at batch plant and point QC Technician Specified target slump ±25 mm.
of discharge.

Concrete Strength Cube/cylinder crushing tests at 7 and 28 days.

Testing Laboratory Achieve specified Fcu or Fc strength.

Measurement during excavation using an

Diaphragm Wall Plumbness inclinometer. Plumbness tolerance as per
Diaphragm Wall Specialist
specification (e.g., 1:300).
Backfill Compaction
Field Density Test (FDT) / Nuclear Gauge Test.
Geotechnical
Achieve 95% Modified Proctor
Engineer Density.
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