Upgrade of trk 83208 in mkhizwane area: gravel to concrete surface conversion (phase 01, ward 02, outer west)

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Project: Phase 01 upgrade of TRK 83208 in Mkhizwane area (Ward 02, Outer West) from gravel to concrete surfaces.

Scope: Road construction involving site preparation, excavation, concreting, asphalt layering, and associated civil works. Includes safety, health, environmental, and public risk management as per the Baseline Risk Assessment (Construction Regulation 5.1(a)).

Scope: Upgrade of TRK 83208 in Mkhizwane area (Ward 02, Outer West) from gravel to concrete surfaces.

Key activities include:

• Site establishment, clearance, and fencing.
• Construction of drains, manholes, and inlet/outlet structures.
• Layer works (asphalt), concreting of walkways/driveways, and backfilling.
• Installation of geosynthetic layers and temporary electrical systems.
• Refuelling, waste removal, and housekeeping.
• Use of heavy machinery (e.g., excavators, rollers, pavers, TLB, mobile cranes).
• Handling hazardous substances (e.g., asphalt, solvents, cement).
• COVID-19 site management and safety protocols.

Construction Regulation 5.1(a) Baseline Risk Assessment compliance required.

Mandatory safety and health measures:

• Occupational medical examinations (Annexure 3) for all workers, signed by an Occupational Medical Practitioner.
• Valid PPE (including company logo and name tags) for all staff.
• Daily Safety Task Instructions (DSTI) with attendance registers.
• Competent operators for all mechanical aids (e.g., crane, TLB, bobcat). Inspection and maintenance records must be kept.
• Traffic Management Plan compliant with SARTSM (South African Road Traffic Signs Manual).
• Emergency Management Plan and trained personnel for fire equipment use.
• COVID-19 protocols: PPE, sanitization, social distancing, temperature screening, and site access control.
• Sub-contractor competency verification by the Construction Manager.
• Environmental controls: dust suppression, hydrocarbon spill management, and waste disposal in designated areas.

Project: Phase 01 upgrade of TRK 83208 in the Mkhizwane area (Ward 02, Outer West) from gravel to concrete surfaces.

• Location: Mkhizwane Area, Ward 02, eThekwini Municipality, KwaZulu-Natal.
• Scope: Supply of plant, labour, and materials for approximately 600m of road upgrade to a formalised hardened pavement structure.
• Client: eThekwini Metropolitan Municipality, Roads Provision Unit.
• Contract Number: 3R-35540.
• Document: Site Specific Health and Safety Specification in terms of Construction Regulations 2014.

Scope of Work:

• Site clearance: General clearance of the work area.
• Concrete works: Mass concrete and Grade 25/19 MPa concrete base.
• Earthworks and layerworks: Cut to fill, cut to spoil, importing suitable fill, road formation, and layerworks (150mm G5 subbase, selected layer using G7 material).
• Stormwater drainage: Construction of new concrete stormwater pipes, manholes, and headwalls; raising/lowering existing manholes where applicable.
• Roadworks: Construction of a 5.0m wide road using 150mm 30MPa concrete.
• Protection works: 230mm x 1.0m x 3.0m reno mattress, gabion boxes (1.0m and 2.0m high where required), and retaining walls.
• Services: Proving and relocation of existing services (electricity and water) where applicable.

Health and Safety Requirements:

• Mandatory agreements with the Client and all sub-contractors as per Section 37(2) of the Occupational Health and Safety Act.
• Submission of a detailed Health and Safety Plan including objectives, scope of work, risk assessments, incident management, emergency procedures, and more.
• Appointments required: Construction Manager (full-time), Construction Health and Safety Officer (part-time, min. 1 year experience), Construction Supervisor, Risk Assessor, Incident Investigator, Electrical Installation Controller, and Fall Protection Planner.
• Compliance with Construction Regulations 2014, including hazard identification, risk assessment, and safe work procedures.
• Provision of PPE (SANS-approved), safety signage, fire precautions, and employee facilities (showers, sanitary facilities, changing rooms, eating areas).
• Medical certificates of fitness for all employees (Annexure 3).
• Health and Safety Representatives and Committee must be appointed and meet monthly.
• Stacking and storage must be supervised by a competent person.
• Emergency procedures plan must be submitted and approved prior to work commencement.
• Induction and toolbox talks must be conducted weekly, with records kept on site.
• Construction vehicles and mobile plants must comply with Construction Regulation 23.
• Organogram outlining site safety, health, and environmental management structure must be submitted.
• Public health and safety: Site must be secured, access controlled, and visitors inducted.
• Notification of construction work to the provincial director at least 7 days prior if involving excavation, height risk, demolition, or explosives.

Occupational Health and Safety Compliance:

• Proof of Good Standing with COIDA (Compensation for Occupational Injuries and Diseases Act) Commissioner or a licensed Mutual Association (Section 30 of COIDA) must be submitted prior to starting work. A copy must be included in the H&S Plan and remain updated.
• Compliance with Occupational Health and Safety Act 85/1993 and Construction Regulations 2014.
• All contractors and sub-contractors must comply with the Client’s Health and Safety Specification.
• Section 37(2) Mandatory Agreements must be in place between the Principal Contractor, Client, and all sub-contractors.