Specification

SPECIFICATION
ROAD : Inkerman St, Maryborough
TENDER NO : Gxxx -14
SPECIFICATION FOR: Inkerman Street, Maryborough

Road Construction
Ch 345m to Ch 540m
TABLE OF CONTENTS
1. SCOPE OF WORKS........................................................................................................ 7
2. PRE COMMENCEMENT ACTIVITIES...........................................................................10

2.1. QUALITY MANAGEMENT.........................................................................................10
2.2. SAFETY PLANS........................................................................................................ 10
2.3. PROJECT MANAGEMENT PLAN.............................................................................10
2.4. SAFETY MANAGEMENT.......................................................................................... 10
2.4.1. General.............................................................................................................. 10
2.4.2. Contractor Representatives...............................................................................10
2.4.3. Personal Protective Equipment.........................................................................10
2.4.4. High Visibility Clothing.......................................................................................11
2.4.5. Traffic Management and Signage......................................................................11
2.5. INFRASTRUCTURE MANAGEMENT........................................................................11
2.5.1. General.............................................................................................................. 11
2.5.2. Existing Underground Services.........................................................................11
2.6. ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT..........................................................................11
2.6.1. General.............................................................................................................. 11
2.6.2. Stormwater Erosion Sediment Control...............................................................11
2.6.3. Air Pollution and Suppression of Dust...............................................................11
2.6.4. Limited Ground Vibration...................................................................................12
2.6.5. Noise................................................................................................................. 12
2.6.6. Waste................................................................................................................ 12
2.6.7. Preservation of Habitat and Historical Archaeological Sites..............................12
2.7. CONSTRUCTION WORKS MONITORING AND MAINTENANCE...........................12
2.7.1. General.............................................................................................................. 12
2.7.2. Monitoring.......................................................................................................... 12
2.8. CONSTRUCTION PROGRAM..................................................................................12
2.9. HOURS OF WORK.................................................................................................... 13
2.10. CARTAGE ROUTES.................................................................................................. 13
2.11. CLEANUP................................................................................................................... 13
2.12. DEFECTS LIABILITY.................................................................................................13
2.13. PRACTICAL COMPLETION......................................................................................13
2.14. AS CONSTRUCTED DRAWINGS.............................................................................13
2.15. SUMMARY OF HOLD POINTS.................................................................................14
3. GENERAL ACTIVITIES DURING CONSTRUCTION....................................................15
3.1. SITE MANAGEMENT................................................................................................ 15
3.2. SURVEY..................................................................................................................... 15
3.3. RECORDS................................................................................................................. 15
3.4. AUDITS...................................................................................................................... 15
3.5. SUB CONTRACT WORKS........................................................................................ 16
3.6. CONTRACTORS PLANT...........................................................................................16
3.7. LICENCES................................................................................................................. 16
3.8. CARE OF SURROUNDING PROPERTIES...............................................................16
3.9. DAMAGE AND CARE OF ROADS............................................................................16
3.10. STORMWATER DRAINS AND UTILITY SERVICES.................................................16
3.11. DUST SUPPRESSION.............................................................................................. 17
3.12. PROPERTY PROTECTION AND REINSTATEMENT................................................17
3.13. PROVISIONAL ITEMS AND DAYWORKS................................................................17
3.14. REVIEW OF PROGRAM........................................................................................... 17
3.15. UNSATISFACTORY WORK.......................................................................................18
4. SITE ESTABLISHMENT................................................................................................19
4.1. SUMMARY................................................................................................................. 19
4.2. CONTRACT SPECIFIC.............................................................................................. 19
4.2.1. Site Office.......................................................................................................... 19
4.2.2. Access to Works Area........................................................................................ 19
4.2.3. Provision for Services.......................................................................................19
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4.2.4. Relocation of Existing Services.........................................................................19
4.2.5. Restriction on Works.........................................................................................20
4.3. GENERAL.................................................................................................................. 20
4.3.1. Sanitary Accommodation...................................................................................20
4.3.2. Other.................................................................................................................. 20
5. TRAFFIC MANAGEMENT.............................................................................................21
5.1. SUMMARY................................................................................................................. 21
5.2.1. Traffic Management Plan..................................................................................21
5.2.2. Traffic Volume Data...........................................................................................22
5.3. GENERAL.................................................................................................................. 22
5.3.1. Traffic Control Personnel...................................................................................22
5.3.2. Signs and Devices............................................................................................. 22
5.3.3. Storage of Plant and Equipment.......................................................................22
5.3.4. Operations Affecting Traffic...............................................................................22
5.3.5. Detours.............................................................................................................. 23
5.3.6. Maintenance and Care of Areas used by Traffic................................................23
5.3.7. Access to Side Roads and Abutting Property....................................................23
5.3.8. Use of Safety Barriers at Worksites...................................................................23
5.3.9. Road Worksites Speed Limits...........................................................................23
6. SITE CLEARING............................................................................................................ 25
6.1. SUMMARY................................................................................................................. 25
6.2.1. Limit of Works................................................................................................... 25
6.2.2. Railway Line Removal.......................................................................................25
6.2.3. Tree Removal.................................................................................................... 25
6.2.4. Disposal of Materials.........................................................................................26
6.3. GENERAL.................................................................................................................. 26
6.3.1. Survey Marks.................................................................................................... 26
6.3.2. Damage to Fences............................................................................................ 26
6.3.3. Protection and Removal of Existing Vegetation................................................26
7. EARTHWORKS............................................................................................................. 27
7.1. SUMMARY................................................................................................................. 27
7.2.1. Conformity with Drawings..................................................................................27
7.2.2. Disposal of Surplus Material..............................................................................27
7.3. GENERAL.................................................................................................................. 27
7.3.1. Definitions.......................................................................................................... 27
7.3.2. Materials for Fill................................................................................................. 28
7.3.3. Stripping of Topsoil............................................................................................28
7.3.4. Test Rolling........................................................................................................ 29
7.3.5. Top Soiling......................................................................................................... 29
7.3.6. Treatment of Unsuitable Materials.....................................................................30
7.3.7. Location of Stockpiles.......................................................................................30
7.3.8. Cleaning Down of Machinery.............................................................................30
8. UNDERGROUND DRAINAGE.......................................................................................31
8.1. SUMMARY................................................................................................................. 31
8.2.1. Extent of Underground Drainage Works............................................................31
8.3. GENERAL.................................................................................................................. 31
8.3.1. Drainage Setout................................................................................................. 31
8.3.2. Stockpiling of Materials.....................................................................................31
8.3.3. Provision of Drainage During Construction.......................................................31
8.3.4. Compaction....................................................................................................... 31
8.3.5. Culvert Sections................................................................................................ 32
8.3.6. Traffic Control.................................................................................................... 32
8.3.7. Excavation......................................................................................................... 32
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8.3.8. Bedding............................................................................................................. 32
8.3.9. Laying................................................................................................................ 32
8.3.10. Backfilling.......................................................................................................... 33
8.3.11. Marker Posts...................................................................................................... 33
9. DRAINAGE PITS........................................................................................................... 34
9.1. SUMMARY................................................................................................................. 34
9.2.1. Extent of Drainage works..................................................................................34
9.3. GENERAL.................................................................................................................. 34
9.3.1. Materials............................................................................................................ 34
9.3.2. Excavation......................................................................................................... 34
9.3.3. Cast-In-Place Pits.............................................................................................. 35
9.3.4. Pre-Cast Pits..................................................................................................... 35
9.3.5. Step Irons.......................................................................................................... 35
9.3.6. Shaping of Floors..............................................................................................35
9.3.7. Fitting of Covers................................................................................................36
9.3.8. Backfilling Around Pits.......................................................................................36
9.3.10. Stormwater Drainage Connections....................................................................36
10. KERB AND CHANNEL AND FOOTPATHS...............................................................37
10.1. SUMMARY................................................................................................................. 37
10.2.1. Construct new kerb and channel.......................................................................37
10.2.2. Construct Driveways.......................................................................................... 37
10.2.3. Construct new footpaths....................................................................................37
10.2.4. Level Testing...................................................................................................... 37
10.3. GENERAL.................................................................................................................. 37
10.3.1. Materials............................................................................................................ 37
10.3.2. Conformity with drawings, tolerances................................................................38
10.3.3. Excavation......................................................................................................... 38
10.3.4. Bedding Preparation..........................................................................................38
10.3.5. Concrete Works Setting Out..............................................................................38
10.3.6. Household Drainage Connections.....................................................................38
10.3.7. Profile Transitions.............................................................................................. 38
10.3.8. Provision for permanent signs...........................................................................39
10.3.9. Surface Finish................................................................................................... 39
10.3.10. Joints................................................................................................................. 39
10.3.11. Backfilling.......................................................................................................... 39
11. PAVEMENT CONSTRUCTION..................................................................................40
11.1. SUMMARY................................................................................................................. 40
11.2.1. Pavement Construction.....................................................................................40
11.2.2. Pavement Compaction Testing..........................................................................40
11.2.3. Frequency of Testing for Material Characteristics.............................................41
11.2.4. Test Rolling........................................................................................................ 41
11.2.5. Level Testing...................................................................................................... 41
11.3. GENERAL.................................................................................................................. 41
11.3.1. Definitions.......................................................................................................... 42
11.3.3. Materials............................................................................................................ 43
11.3.4. Moisture Content of Pavement Material............................................................45
11.3.5. Compaction Testing of Pavement Material........................................................45
11.3.6. Acceptance of Compaction Tests......................................................................45
11.3.7. Test Rolling........................................................................................................ 45
12. PREPARATION FOR SEALING / ASPHALTING......................................................46
12.1. SUMMARY................................................................................................................. 46
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12.2.1. Extent of Seal Preparation................................................................................46
12.3. GENERAL.................................................................................................................. 46
12.3.1. Approval of Pavement Areas before Preparation for Sealing...........................46
12.3.2. Spotting............................................................................................................. 46
12.3.3. Maintenance...................................................................................................... 46
13. SEALING WORKS.................................................................................................... 47
13.1. SUMMARY................................................................................................................. 47
13.2.1. Aggregate Supply.............................................................................................. 47
13.2.2. Final Seal.......................................................................................................... 47
13.3. GENERAL.................................................................................................................. 47
13.3.1. Bituminous Design.............................................................................................48
13.3.2. Sweeping........................................................................................................... 48
13.3.3. Bitumen Overspray Drift....................................................................................48
13.3.4. Remaining Aggregate........................................................................................ 48
13.3.5. Additional Rolling...............................................................................................48
13.3.6. Removal of Excess Aggregate..........................................................................48
13.3.7. Reporting........................................................................................................... 48
14. ASPHALTING WORKS............................................................................................. 49
14.1. SUMMARY................................................................................................................. 49
14.3. GENERAL.................................................................................................................. 49
14.3.1. Types of Asphalt................................................................................................ 49
14.3.2. Ambient Conditions for Placing.........................................................................50
14.3.3. Tack Coat........................................................................................................... 50
14.3.4. Regulating Course............................................................................................. 50
14.3.5. Spreading.......................................................................................................... 50
14.3.6. Compaction....................................................................................................... 51
14.3.7. Surface Finish and Conformity..........................................................................51
15. LANDSCAPING......................................................................................................... 53
15.1. SUMMARY................................................................................................................. 53
15.2.1. Top-soiling......................................................................................................... 53
15.2.2. Grassing............................................................................................................ 53
15.3. GENERAL.................................................................................................................. 53
15.3.1. Landscape Materials..........................................................................................53
15.3.2. Topsoil............................................................................................................... 53
16. SIGNS........................................................................................................................ 55
16.1. SUMMARY................................................................................................................. 55
16.2.1. Signs.................................................................................................................. 55
16.3. GENERAL.................................................................................................................. 55
16.3.1. Materials............................................................................................................ 55
16.3.2. Foundations....................................................................................................... 55
17. LINEMARKING.......................................................................................................... 56
17.1. SUMMARY................................................................................................................. 56
17.2.1. Painted Pavement Markings.............................................................................56
17.2.2. Layout of Markings............................................................................................56
17.3. GENERAL.................................................................................................................. 56
17.3.1. Materials............................................................................................................ 57
17.3.2. Application Rates...............................................................................................57
18. COMPLETION OF WORKS......................................................................................58
18.1. SUMMARY................................................................................................................. 58
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18.2.1. Tidying up of Site............................................................................................... 58
19. MAINTENANCE DURING CONSTRUCTION...........................................................59
20. APPENDICES............................................................................................................ 60
APPENDIX A - SCHEDULE OF DRAWINGS.........................................................................61
APPENDIX B - DRAWINGS.................................................................................................. 63
LIST OF TABLES
Table 11.1 Material Characteristics................................................................................................... 43

Table 11.2 Grading............................................................................................................................ 43
Table 11.3 Permitted Range of Grading............................................................................................44
Table 11.4 Material characteristics.................................................................................................... 44
Table 11.5 Grading............................................................................................................................ 44
Table 11.6 Permitted Range of Grading............................................................................................44
Table 13.1 Bituminous / Asphalt Treatments.....................................................................................47
Table 13.2 Traffic Volumes................................................................................................................ 47
Table 14.1 Asphalt Treatments.......................................................................................................... 49
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INKERMAN STREET MARYBOROUGH – ROAD CONSTRUCTION
SPECIFICATION
1. SCOPE OF WORKS
The project involves construction of XXm (Ch XX to Ch XXm) of Inkerman Street, Maryborough.
The work is located within the Central Goldfields Shire. VicRoads Map Reference Map 58, D2
The works to be carried out under the specification are the following:
- Survey set-out
- Environmental management
- Provision for traffic and temporary signing
- Earthworks
- Relocation of minor services
- Excavation of existing pavement
- Construction of new granular pavement
- Excavation and removal of existing kerb & channel
- Preparation and installation of new kerb & channel
- Excavation of existing concrete footpaths and driveways
- Preparation and installation of new concrete footpath & driveways
- Preparation and installation of new underground drainage
- Preparation for sealing
- Asphalt Works
- Line marking
- Dayworks as directed
- Incidental and associated works
The Contractor shall carry out all necessary work to complete the works described by the
specification. The work is urban road construction as shown on the drawings in Appendix A
(Note construction is only from Ch XXm to Ch XXm).
Works must be undertaken in such a manner as to minimise the impact on:

- Pedestrian & vehicular access;
- Access to properties.
Works to be undertaken in stages to minimise the disturbance to traffic;
Stage 1
Construction of underground drainage and possibly kerb on west side – Constructed under traffic.
Stage 2
Construction of Inkerman St Ch 345 to Ch 510 – Section being constructed to be closed to
traffic, full access to be available to Nolan St.
Stage 3
Construction of Inkerman St Ch 510 to Ch 540 – Section being constructed may be closed to
traffic, access to be provided to the remaining section of Inkerman St.
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Vic Roads Standard Specification:
The works are to be undertaken in accordance with the relevant sections of the following Vic
Roads Standard Specification for Roadwork’s and Bridgeworks (hereafter referred to as Vic
Roads Standard Specification).
The Vic Roads Standard Specification is not included with the tender documents, but may be
sighted at the Shire Office, Nolan Street, Maryborough, or are available at:
http://www.vicroads.vic.gov.au/Home/Moreinfoandservices/TendersAndSuppliers/DocumentUseA
greement.htm
The following Vic Roads Standard Specification sections apply:

VIC ROADS GENERAL
Section 160 Construction – General July 2012
Section 161 Bituminous Surfacing and Cold Planing - General July 2012
Section 162 Supply General July 2012
Section 165 Procurement of Roadmaking Materials July 1996
Section 166 Traffic Management August 2013
Section 173 Examination and Testing of Materials and Work October 2008
(Roadworks)
Section 176 Environmental Management (Minor) May 2013
VIC ROADS - FORMATION
Section 201 Site Clearing June 2010
Section 204 Earthworks October 2013
VIC ROADS - FLEXIBLE PAVEMENTS
Section 304 Unbound Flexible Pavement Construction August 2013
Section 307 In situ Stabilisation of Existing Pavement Materials December 2008
Section 310 Preparation of Pavement for Sprayed Bituminous July 2009
Surfacing
VIC ROADS - ASPHALT AND SURFACE TREATMENTS
Section 407 Hot Mix Asphalt August 2013
Section 408 Sprayed Bituminous Surfacings June 2013
VIC ROADS - BRIDGEWORKS
Section 610 Structural Concrete October 2013
Section 619 Manufacture, Testing and Delivery of Precast June 2011
Reinforced Concrete Box Culverts
VIC ROADS - INCIDENTAL CONSTRUCTION
Section 701 Underground Stormwater Drains May 2013
Section 703 General Concrete Paving October 2013
Section 705 Drainage Pits October 2013
Section 714 Sign Installation March 2011
Section 720 Landscaping Works May 2012
Section 721 Pavement Markings October 2012
VIC ROADS - MATERIALS
Section 801 Source Rock for the Production of Crushed Rock October 2013
and Aggregates
Section 811 Gravel, Sand and Soft or ripped Rock for Base and February 2013
Subbase Pavement
Section 812 Crushed Rock for pavement Base and Subbase October 2013
Section 831 Aggregate for Sprayed Bituminous Surfacing July2012
Unless otherwise stated in this specification, provisions of the Vic Roads Specification will apply.
This document has precedence over provisions of the Vic Roads Standard Specification. Any
reference to ‘Vic Roads’ in Standard Sections is to be replaced with ‘Council’.
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Australian Standards:
The Australian Standards referred to are not included with the tender documents, but may be
purchased from the Standards Australia International available at http://www.standards.org.au.
The following Australian Standards apply:

AUSTRALIAN STANDARDS
AS/NZS 4602.1 High visibility safety garments - Garments for 2011
high risk applications
AS4058 Precast Concrete pipes (pressure and non 2007
pressure)
AS 1379 Specification and supply of concrete 2007
AS 1742 Manual of uniform traffic control devices 2009
AS 3600 Concrete Structures 2009
AS/NZS 3679.1 Structural steel – Hot rolled bars and sections 2010
AS/NZS 4671 Steel reinforcing materials 2001
AS/NZS 4680 Hot-dip galvanised (zinc) coatings on fabricated 2006
ferrous articles
Other References:
The following references apply:

OTHER REFERENCES
EPA Publication http://www.epa.vic.gov.au/ February 1996
No. 480
Vic Gov Gazette Road Management Act 2004 August 2010
No. S351 Code of Practice for Worksite Safety – Traffic
Work Safe https://www.worksafe.vic.gov.au/home 2008
Victoria
Vic Roads Traffic Engineering Manual Volume 2 – Signs and Various
Markings.
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2. PRE COMMENCEMENT ACTIVITIES
QUALITY MANAGEMENT
The quality system will include quality management elements covering, quality of work,
processes and materials, standards of work, work in accordance with relevant acts, regulations
ordinances by laws and Australian Standards.
SAFETY PLANS
Prior to commencing work the Contractor shall undertake and document a site / project pre-start
hazard analysis. The Contractor shall then provide the Superintendent with a copy of this hazard
analysis / risk management report.
The above mentioned hazard analysis shall include the following identified hazards.
 Traffic
 Plant safety
 Presence of overhead and underground services
 Hazardous chemicals
 Hot Bituminous materials
 Manual Handling
PROJECT MANAGEMENT PLAN

The Contractor shall provide a Project Management Plan with system elements covering Quality,
Safety Management, Environmental Management, Infrastructure Management, Construction
works monitoring and maintenance to be submitted before commencing work and implemented
during the work for review by the Superintendent.
HP: Before commencing any work under this Contract, the contractor shall prepare and
submit to the superintendent, a Project Management Plan.
SAFETY MANAGEMENT
2.1.1. General
The Safety Management plan will include safety management elements
covering, risk and hazard management and control, site safety, safety of
personnel and the public, emergency procedures, site management and
maintenance, traffic management and signage.
2.1.2. Contractor Representatives
HP: Before commencement of work, the Contractor shall advise the Superintendent of names,
addresses and telephone numbers of employees who can be contacted in an emergency
and out of work hours.
2.1.3. Personal Protective Equipment

Contractors are responsible for issuing appropriate personal protective
equipment to their staff and ensuring that it is used correctly.
Contractors are responsible for ensuring that their sub contractors also wear
appropriate safety equipment.
Contractors must adhere to the Council Outdoor Staff Uniform Policy.
Note: No shorts to be worn on Council work sites.
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2.1.4. High Visibility Clothing
All personnel, including supervisors, surveyors, labourers and plant operators,
shall wear fluorescent high visibility jackets properly fastened at all times on the
work site. Materials in accordance with AS/NZS 4602.1: 2011
2.1.5. Traffic Management and Signage

The Contractor is responsible for all traffic and pedestrian management and
signage works. All signs must be maintained throughout the contract period and
dismantle / remove the signs when the works are completed.
INFRASTRUCTURE MANAGEMENT
2.1.6. General
The Infrastructure Management Plan will include, protection of existing and new
services, on and off the site, above and below ground.
2.1.7. Existing Underground Services
Notwithstanding the information shown on the drawings, the Contractor shall be
responsible for contacting all relevant authorities to establish the location and
depths of all services prior to the commencement of any works in the vicinity of
any such services.
The Contractor shall confirm the depth and location of all services prior to
excavation and shall be responsible for the protection of existing services and
any costs incurred for damages to services.
ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT
2.1.8. General
The Environment Management Plan will include, air pollution, storm water
pollution, noise, ground vibration, waste, soil contamination, dust control,
sediment control, chemicals, preservation of habitat and identified historic and
archaeological sites.
The plan should be developed with reference to the EPA’s publication no. 480
'Environmental Guidelines for Major Construction Sites' and must demonstrate
as a minimum compliance with the requirements of the catchment and Land
Protection Act 1994 and the Environment Protection Act 1970.
HP: Before commencing any work under this Contract, the Contractor shall prepare and
submit to the Superintendent, an Environmental Management Plan
2.1.9. Stormwater Erosion Sediment Control

Storm water, erosion and sediment must be managed in accordance with current
best practice environmental management practices to prevent sediment-laden
water from entering any drainage system or natural waterway. Spills
contingency must be prepared to prevent spills or spilled chemicals entering
storm water drainage system.
2.1.10. Air Pollution and Suppression of Dust

The Contractor shall take measures necessary to keep airborne dust to a
minimum.
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2.1.11. Limited Ground Vibration
For work near existing buildings, structures and underground services,
construction methods shall be adopted which will minimise ground vibration.
2.1.12. Noise
Site must be managed to keep noise levels to a minimum in accordance with
EPA guidelines, working hours to be in accordance with Council requirements
and EPA guidelines.
2.1.13. Waste
Waste and litter from the site to be managed to engage waste minimisation
strategies and managed to cover waste generation storage, spills and disposal
from site in accordance with statutory requirements.
2.1.14. Preservation of Habitat and Historical Archaeological Sites
Habitat and identified historical archaeological sites are to be protected and
works undertaken to prevent damage to flora fauna, heritage, historical or
archaeological items.
CONSTRUCTION WORKS MONITORING AND MAINTENANCE
2.1.15. General
Construction works and installation activities will include monitoring, inspection,
maintenance and review of all safety, quality, infrastructure and environment
management systems elements of the Project Management Plan, and works
completion and clean up, details to be submitted as part of the Project
Management Plan.
2.1.16. Monitoring
Monitoring of plans and system elements will occur through inspection and audit
by Contractor, during works and after significant events.
System elements will be audited and reviewed by the Council for
implementation, effectiveness and maintenance.
CONSTRUCTION PROGRAM
HP: Before commencing any work under this Contract, the Contractor shall prepare and
submit to the Superintendent, a Construction Program
The Construction Program as a minimum shall include:-
• The proposed order of works;

• The planned dates for starting and completion of the various parts of the work; and
• Allowance for all anticipated factors.
The Program shall be documented and submitted to the Superintendent before planned
commencement of works and no work will commence before the Superintendents approval of
the program is received.
HOURS OF WORK.
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HP: Before commencing any work under this Contract, the Contractor shall advise the
Superintendent, in writing of the working hours proposed for the execution of the works.
(a) No work shall be carried out between Good Friday and Easter Monday inclusive, on any
Sunday, public holiday, or during the Christmas to New Year periods;
(b) No work shall be carried out on the site outside the period between 7.00 a.m. or sunrise,
whichever is the later, and 6.00 p.m. or sunset, whichever is the earlier;
Unless otherwise specified or approved by the Superintendent.
CARTAGE ROUTES
The Superintendent may nominate specific cartage routes for the cartage of pavement materials
from the pit to the job site.
CLEANUP.
On completion of the works the site shall be restored to a neat and tidy condition and any
damage made good. All work areas to be smoothed in a manner to conform to the natural
appearance of the landscape.
DEFECTS LIABILITY.
Defects Liability period will be in accordance with Annexure A from the date of practical
completion, and will consist of a hand over from the Contractor and Central Goldfields Shire
Council. All defects shall be corrected by the Contractor before handover is approved.
PRACTICAL COMPLETION
The Certificate of Practical completion shall be granted on the satisfactory completion of all the
works.
No security or retention shall be returned until all omissions and defects at practical completion
have been completed and/or rectified.
AS CONSTRUCTED DRAWINGS
The Contractor shall provide as constructed drawing after the completion of the works.
SUMMARY OF HOLD POINTS

The following are to be required before work commences:
Documented Quality & Management Plans Prior to commencement meeting
including Project Management, Infrastructure
Management, and OH&S Management.
2.1.2 Contractors Representatives Prior to commencement
meeting
2.1.8 Environmental management Prior to commencement meeting
Construction Program Prior to commencement
meeting
Hours of Work Prior to commencement
meeting
5.1.1 Traffic Management Plan Prior to commencement
meeting
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The following are required during the works:
Use of Subcontractors Prior to using sub-contractors
Provisional Item and Dayworks Prior to any Provisional’s or Day
works being undertaken
4.1.4 Relocation of existing services 24 hours prior notice
5.1.7 Detour of Traffic 24 hours prior notice
6.1.3 Tree Removal 24 hours prior notice
7.1.4(b) Material for Fill A 24 hours prior notice
7.1.4(c) Material for Fill B 24 hours prior notice
7.1.8 Treatment of Unsuitable Materials 24 hours prior notice
8.1.2 Drainage Set-out 24 hours prior notice
10.1.9 Concrete Works Set-out- Footpath, Kerb 24 hours prior notice
11.1.2 Pavement Compaction Testing 24 hours prior notice
12.1.1 Finished surface Prior to Primer application 24 hours prior notice
13.1.1 Aggregate Supply 24 hours prior notice
13.1.3 Bituminous Supply Application Rate 24 hours prior notice
Asphalt surface 24 hours prior notice
15.1.3 Landscape Materials/Application 24 hours prior notice
16.1.1 Removal of Signs 24 hours prior notice
17.1.2 Linemarking Set-out 24 hours prior notice
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3. GENERAL ACTIVITIES DURING CONSTRUCTION
SITE MANAGEMENT
The site shall be supervised on a daily basis by a competent and experienced person nominated
by the Contractor, who shall take responsibility for the safety of the travelling public and works
site personnel, the general conduct of Contract works on site and for addressing directions from
the Superintendent.
The Contractor shall also nominate a Project Manager who will be available to and will liaise and
confer with the Superintendent and who will ensure Specification requirements and
responsibilities are addressed.
SURVEY
The Contractor shall be responsible for all survey work necessary to accurately set out the
works, to control alignment and measurement during progress of the Contract and to provide
substantiation test levelling documentation’s.
Alignment shall be set out, controlled and certified by a competent surveyor.
Test levelling results and set out confirmation shall be certified and provided to the
Superintendent.
The Contractor shall use the reference marks as shown on the Drawings and the survey co-
ordinates of control stations to set out and measure work.
All levels and co-ordinates shall be confirmed by the Contractor for accuracy prior to the
commencement of work. No claim resulting from errors in levels shall be considered resulting
from the failure of the Contractor to confirm the levels and co-ordinates prior to commencement.
Any errors or discrepancies detected in the levels shall be reported immediately to the
Superintendent for clarification.
RECORDS
The Contractor shall make all records pertaining to the works available to the Superintendent at
all times.
The Contractor shall supply the Superintendent with copies of records as follows:
• All material characteristic testing required under the Specification to assure consistency
and compliance of pavement, bedding and filling materials;
• All complying compaction testing results within five days of tests being undertaken; and
• All records requested by the Superintendent.
AUDITS
The Superintendent will arrange surveillance and audits to ensure the Contractor is complying
with the Quality System.
The Contractor shall make available all facilities, documentation, records and personnel
reasonably required for audits to be undertaken.
(Reference - Vic Roads Standard Specification 160.A7)*
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SUB CONTRACT WORKS
The Contractor shall submit in writing the names and the proposed work details of any Sub
Contractors to be employed on the works.
HP: Approval of the Superintendent shall be obtained before Sub Contractors are used.
The Contractor will maintain full responsibility for Sub Contractors at all times.
CONTRACTORS PLANT
The Contractor shall not, without the consent of the Superintendent, allow or use tracked plant or
any vehicles or items of plant not travelling on pneumatic tyres on roads, streets, paved areas,
paths or other improvements other than the actual sections of works.
The Contractor shall comply with all relevant provisions of Acts, Laws and Regulations relating to
the use of plant and vehicles.
LICENCES
The Contractor shall ensure that every operator used on site, for works under this Contract, holds
the appropriate licence and/or certificate for the equipment being operated. A Register of
Licences held shall be kept by the Contractor and shall be available to the Superintendent for
inspection.
CARE OF SURROUNDING PROPERTIES

The Contractor shall minimise the disruption to the travelling public. Access and disruption
issues must be considered in the preparation of project management plans.
DAMAGE AND CARE OF ROADS

The Contractor shall ensure all public roads which access the site are not adversely affected by
works activities and operations.
The Contractor shall be responsible for repair or any damage caused by cartage or other works
operations.
(Reference - Vic Roads Standard Specification 160.F5.) *

The Contractor shall keep all public roads which access the site, free from rubbish, dirt, mud and
dust which may result from works operations.
STORMWATER DRAINS AND UTILITY SERVICES

Prior to commencing any of the work under this Contract, the Contractor shall:
• Obtain all relevant information from the appropriate authorities concerning the location
of stormwater drains, water, sewerage, gas electricity, telecommunication or other
services;
• Make arrangements for locating the position and depths of services on site; and
• Make arrangements with appropriate authorities for alterations to match new works (if
required)
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The Contractor shall be responsible for any damage by any work or operation under the
Contractors control.
DUST SUPPRESSION
The Contractor shall take measures to keep airborne dust to a minimum.
(Reference - Vic Roads Standard Specification 176.C1) *

PROPERTY PROTECTION AND REINSTATEMENT
The Contractor shall not, without the written consent of the owner, interfere with any public or
private property or improvements except in accordance with this Specification, and shall protect
any structure, any public or private service or other property liable to be affected by the works.
Where the works make it necessary to go into or through private property, as for example, the
installation of drains through private property, the Contractor shall take all possible precautions to
prevent the property or improvements thereon being damaged, and to avoid, as far as possible,
any inconvenience to the residents and public. Under no circumstances shall soil or other
materials be heaped or allowed to fall and remain against buildings or fences without the written
consent of the owner, and then only provided that adequate precautions are taken for the
protection and safety of those fences and/or buildings.
The Contractor shall at his own expense, repair and restore any structure, service or property
damaged in anyway, to the like order and condition that was before works commenced.
The Contractor shall provide a written clearance from the owner of any property damaged during
the execution of the Works. This clearance must be forwarded to the Superintendent before a
Certificate of Practical Completion is issued.
(Reference - Vic Roads Standard Specification 160.F1, 160.F2, 160.F3) *
PROVISIONAL ITEMS AND DAYWORKS

HP: Prior to commencement of any works to be undertaken on Provisional items or to be
performed as Daywork, the Contractor shall obtain the approval of the Superintendent for
the works to proceed.
Payment for provisional items will be based on the appropriate Schedule Rates and will be full
compensation for the measured quantities of work required. Measurement of quantities will be
made by the Superintendent, jointly with the Contractor and will be recorded by the
Superintendent.
Payment for Daywork shall be at the rates listed in Contract Daywork Schedule or if not listed, as
determined by the Superintendent. Measurement for Day work will be per quarter hour worked.
Payment for Day work shall not form the basis for extension of time, except if the total value for
such Day work exceeds the provisional sum in the schedule and the additional works carried out
is deemed by the Superintendent to have delayed completion of the Works.
Daywork rates will include payment for all labour, plant, overheads and any other costs incurred.
REVIEW OF PROGRAM
At intervals not exceeding one month the Contractor and the Superintendent, together shall
review the actual progress of work in comparison with the construction program.
At any time the Superintendent may require the Contractor to submit in writing within 7 days:-
• An explanation of delays together with any justifiable claims for extension of time for
completion of works; and
• An amended works program.
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UNSATISFACTORY WORK
The Contractor will be required to make good any work which is deemed to be unsatisfactory in
the opinion of the Superintendent. The method of repairing such works will be as directed by the
Superintendent.
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4. SITE ESTABLISHMENT
SUMMARY
The Contractor shall be responsible for establishing and maintaining the worksite for the
supervision and construction of the Works. Workplace amenities, facilities and
environment shall be in accordance with WorkSafe Compliance Code.
.
CONTRACT SPECIFIC
4.1.1. Site Office

A site office shall be provided within the extents of works for the use of the Contractors
Employees.
The Contractor shall provide a weather proof building, either on site or in close proximity.
This building shall be suitable for on-site meetings, storage of copies of the
documentation and examination of contract documentation and plans. The building shall
have the minimum provision of a table and at least two seats and shall have adequate
window provision for natural light.
The interior shall be kept in a clean and tidy condition at all times and shall be available
to the Superintendent during all contract working hours.
4.1.2. Access to Works Area

The Contractor shall not be permitted to commence works on any part of the site until
approval has been granted by the Superintendent.
Possession of the site shall be granted within 14 days of acceptance of tender providing
the Contractor has objective evidence to the existence of public liability insurance
conforming to the requirements to the General Conditions of Contract.
The parking of plant and stockpiling of pavement materials, shall be in the locations
agreed to by the Superintendent.
4.1.3. Provision for Services

The Contractor is required to carry out his own ‘Dial Before You Dig’ investigation into
services prior to commencement on site and is responsible for all costs associated with
any damage or compensation for damage to underground or overhead assets.
The Contractor shall provide free and unobstructed access to the relevant service
authorities and shall co-ordinate his work with that of the authorities should this be
required.
4.1.4. Relocation of Existing Services

The Contractor is required organise with the relevant authority to relocate (lower) existing
property services where they interfere with the construction works.
All service relocations not indicated on the plans will be undertaken as provisional items.
Approval from the Superintendent is required prior to any service relocation works
commencing.
HP Prior to proceeding with any service relocation works, the details of the proposed work
shall be submitted to the Superintendent for review.
4.1.5. Restriction on Works
All earthworks and pavement works shall be carried out in such a manner to ensure that
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disruption to properties are to be kept to a minimum as far as practical.
 Prior notice is to be provided to property owners of any disruptions to property

access.
GENERAL
4.1.6. Sanitary Accommodation

Before commencing work, the Contractor shall provide on site sanitary accommodation
as follows:
• Separate weather proof sanitary accommodation and washing facilities including
paper towel, towels and dispenser;
• Servicing of sanitary accommodation at least once per week; and
• Arrangements for daily cleaning.
4.1.7. Other
The Contractor may provide any temporary buildings, structures or compounds for the
storage of plant, materials, equipment or staff amenities.
The location of any facility shall be approved by the Superintendent, before their
erection or placement on site.
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5. TRAFFIC MANAGEMENT
SUMMARY
The Contractor shall be responsible for the provision for traffic, including pedestrians, in
accordance with this section and the relevant part of the Road Management Act 2004,
Code of Practice for Worksite Safety – Traffic Management (the Code).
CONTRACT SPECIFIC
5.1.1. Traffic Management Plan
Requirements to be included in traffic management plan;
 Heavy vehicle route - An advanced heavy vehicle detour route is to be provided

around the worksite for the full duration of the works via Gillies St, Sutton
Rd/Tuaggra St, Napier St.
 Access to properties to maintained as much as practical.
 Railway access permit may be required, due to the proximity to the existing
railway line.
Works to be undertaken in stages to minimise the disturbance to traffic;
Stage 1
Construction of underground drainage and possibly kerb on west side – Constructed
under traffic.
Stage 2
Construction of Inkerman St Ch 345 to Ch 510 – Section being constructed to be closed
to traffic, full access to be available to Nolan St.
Stage 3
Construction of Inkerman St Ch 510 to Ch 540 – Section being constructed may be
closed to traffic, access to be provided to the remaining section of Inkerman St.
HP: Before commencing any work under this Contract, the Contractor shall submit a
comprehensive Traffic Management Plan for review by the Superintendent.
In addition to the requirements of this section, the traffic management plans shall meet
the following requirements:
• A traffic control layout in accordance with the Road Management Act 2004;
Worksite Safety – Traffic Management Code of Practice for daytime operation;
• A traffic control layout in accordance with the Road Management Act 2004;
Worksite Safety – Traffic Management Code of Practice for night time operation;
• Barriers, signage and protective measures in accordance with the Road
Management Act 2004; Worksite Safety – Traffic Management Code of Practice
between motorists and excavation and works;
• Identification of the method of staging the construction of the work;
• Identification of the method of management of delivery of materials, plant and
equipment;
• A description of temporary works required.
(Reference - Vic Roads Standard Specification 166.07) *
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5.1.2. Traffic Volume Data
Inkerman Street 4400 AADT 6% CV
Nolan Street 1400 AADT 5% CV
GENERAL
5.1.3. Traffic Control Personnel

The Contractor shall provide personnel who hold qualifications equivalent to the Vic
Roads Traffic Controllers course, to perform duties as traffic controllers. The
qualifications should have been obtained within the last 2 years. The Contractor shall
obtain all necessary permits to use traffic control items such as roadwork speed limits.
Traffic controllers will control construction traffic movements when work is being carried
out on the existing roadway. Traffic control at these locations shall be such that there is
no undue bias given to construction traffic and the speed of the construction traffic shall
not exceed 15 km/hr.
5.1.4. Signs and Devices

Unless otherwise specified, the Contractor shall supply all signs and devices required to
complete the work covered by this section.
Signs and devices shall comply with the relevant requirements of the Code and
Australian Standards.
5.1.5. Storage of Plant and Equipment

When not in use, the Contractor shall be responsible for the safe storage of plant and
equipment clear of the travelled path. Wherever possible, plant and equipment shall be
stored not less than 3 metres from the edge of the traffic path in urban areas and not
less than 5 metres in rural areas. If it is not possible to provide such clearance, the plant
and equipment shall be moved from the Works area to a suitable storage site or be
protected by suitable signs, lights and devices.
5.1.6. Operations Affecting Traffic

(a) General
Unless otherwise specified, the Contractor shall so conduct the operations as to
minimise obstruction and inconvenience to the public, and shall not have under
construction any greater length or amount of work than can be managed properly with
due regard to the convenience of the public.
If the intermingling of construction plant with traffic is unavoidable, the intermingling
shall be minimised at all times.
Unless otherwise specified, the Contractor shall:

(i) provide a minimum safe working width for the Contractor's construction plant
plus an absolute minimum clearance to the edge of the traffic path of
1.2 metres;
(ii) provide a minimum one way clear travel path width for traffic of not less than
3.5 metres for one-way operation and 7 metres for two-way operation;
(b) Earthworks and Pavement Construction

Unless otherwise approved by the Superintendent, earthworks and pavement
construction shall proceed only in areas clear of travelled paths and footpaths.
Where construction is being carried out over part of the carriageway width, the following
conditions shall apply:
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(i) Steps or batters within 1.5 metres of the travelled path of the carriageway shall
be delineated as specified in the Code. Where the step or batter forms a drop in
level of more than 200 mm at a slope steeper than 1 in 6, barricades shall be
used in addition to delineation.
(ii) Where the level difference is in the form of a step or batter of less than 80 mm
and is between the travelled paths, such step or batter shall be removed before
the close of work each day and the full width of carriageway made available to
traffic overnight. The removal of such step or batter shall be effected by shaping
to a cross fall not steeper than 1 in 10.
(iii) Unless otherwise specified, prior to the close of work each day all steps between
layers of unbound pavement material being placed shall be tapered to a slope
not steeper than 1 in 10.
(c) Footpaths and Pedestrian Walkways

Unless otherwise specified, temporary footpaths or pedestrian walkways within the work
zone shall be not less than 1.5 metres wide, shall have a firm, even and free draining
surface and shall be free from steps and obstructions.
5.1.7. Detours
Unless otherwise specified, traffic shall not be detoured on to roads outside the works
zone.
HP: The Contractor shall obtain the approval of the Superintendent before traffic is detoured
on the designated route and will provide, erect and maintain all appropriate signs and
devices required.
The Contractor shall be responsible for any maintenance works on the detour resulting
from damage caused by additional traffic created under this contract. The extent of
works shall be determined by the Superintendent.
5.1.8. Maintenance and Care of Areas used by Traffic

The Contractor shall ensure all sections of formations and side tracks used by traffic
within the works area are in a safe and trafficable condition.
Material falling on any carriageway shall be removed immediately by the Contractor.
5.1.9. Access to Side Roads and Abutting Property

Construction operations shall be conducted in such a manner as to minimise
inconvenience to abutting property owners. Unless otherwise specified, access to
properties and side roads shall be maintained at all times wherever practicable other
than when the Works present a traffic hazard or the Work would suffer damage as a
result of the passage of traffic.
Where the Contractor proposes to restrict access to abutting properties as a result of the
Contractor's operations, the Contractor shall provide a minimum of 24 hours notice to
the affected property owner/occupier.
Access shall not be denied to any abutting property outside the customary working
hours.
5.1.10. Use of Safety Barriers at Worksites

The Contractor shall comply with the Code which sets out various requirements for the
design, construction and testing of safety barriers and their use at worksites.
5.1.11. Road Worksites Speed Limits
Should the Contractor wish to erect road works speed limits consent shall be obtained
from Vic Roads, Ballarat.
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Application is made by completing a ‘Memorandum of Authorisation, to Erect, Display,
Place, Remove, or Alter Traffic control devices’ form and submitting the form to Vic
Roads. Copies of the Memorandum may be obtained from the Superintendent
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6. SITE CLEARING
SUMMARY
Clearing and grubbing is the removal within specified limits of:
(a) vegetation such as trees, tree stumps, tree roots, logs, brush, noxious weeds and
decayed vegetable matter; and
(b) refuse such as pole stumps, rubbish dumps and sawdust piles resting on or protruding
from the ground surface; and
(c) obstructions such as concrete paving, concrete edgings, drainage pits, foundations,
fences and disused structures, but not underground obstructions such as drainage
pipes, service conduits and fuel tanks.
CONTRACT SPECIFIC
6.1.1. Limit of Works

Unless otherwise specified, the limits of clearing and grubbing shall be:
(a) the extent of works in accordance with the Drawings.
(b) the whole width between the outside edges of any batters, including any
roundings, together with a further horizontal distance of 1 m beyond the outside
edges of batters but not beyond the road reserve boundary or, where catch
drains are required, to the outside edges of catch drains;
(c) not more than the width required for completion of the work under the Contract.
Prior to commencing work the Contractor shall, properly brief the Contractor’s personnel
of the requirements of clearing and grubbing. In addition, the Contractor shall address
the Contractor’s personnel on the requirements of the Environmental Management Plan
in relation to clearing and grubbing.
The Contractor shall:
a) Ensure that vegetation clearing is kept to a minimum, including trees, shrubs and
native grasses; and
b) Ensure that no vegetation is disposed of by burning.
6.1.2. Railway Line Removal

Existing redundant railway line within the extent of works (at approx. Ch 540) is to be
removed. Approval has been sourced from the track to be removed in principal.
As part of the contract, approval may need to be obtained for the onsite
construction works for the removal of the line in regards to and working near the
railway line.
6.1.3. Tree Removal

HP: Before any trees are removed the Contractor shall identify the trees to be removed on site
and obtain the confirmation of the Superintendent.
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6.1.4. Disposal of Materials
All unsuitable or excess material shall be disposed of by the Contractor to an approved
site for disposal. The cost of any removal shall be deemed to be included in the
Contract Lump Sum.
GENERAL
(Reference – Vic Roads Standard Specification Section 201 - Site Clearing) *
6.1.5. Survey Marks

During clearing and grubbing operations, care shall be taken not to disturb any survey
marks.
6.1.6. Damage to Fences

Any damage to fences shall be repaired immediately by the Contractor to a condition at
least equal to that existing before damage and no additional payment will be made for this
work.
6.1.7. Protection and Removal of Existing Vegetation

(a) Protection of Existing Vegetation
Prior to commencement of any work, the Contractor and the Superintendent shall
conduct a joint inspection of the site to identify vegetation to be retained and
protected.
Existing trees, shrubs, native grasses and groundcovers and other areas of
existing vegetation marked as ‘to be protected and/or retained’ on the Drawings or
as directed by the Superintendent shall be protected by temporary fencing and
incorporated into the works by the Contractor.
No earthworks, travel of equipment or storage compounds shall be established

within 5 metres of the drip line of mature trees of trunk diameter greater than
200 mm.
Construction of table drains within the drip line of roadside trees shall be
undertaken with no disturbance beyond the line of the table drain and no
damage to the canopy of the trees.
(b) Protective Fencing
Protective fencing shall consist of, as a minimum, star pickets with three strands
of wire (top, middle and bottom) and parawebbing.
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7. EARTHWORKS
SUMMARY
The Contractor shall undertake all earthworks required to conform with the design
drawings, including the following:
• Excavation of existing pavement to Subgrade Profile;
• Provision and compaction of existing Subgrade ;
• Treatment of underlying unsuitable materials;
• Disposal of surplus material;
• Compaction testing;
• Level testing;
CONTRACT SPECIFIC
7.1.1. Conformity with Drawings
All earthworks shall be finished to conform with levels, lines, grades and cross sections
as shown on the design drawings.
7.1.2. Disposal of Surplus Material
All unsuitable or excess material shall be removed and disposed of by the Contractor.
The cost of any removal and disposal shall be deemed to be included in the Contract
Lump Sum.
GENERAL
(Reference – Vic Roads Standard Specification Section 204 Earthworks, Section 165
Procurement of Road making Materials, Section 173 Examination and Testing of Materials
and Work (Roadworks)) *
7.1.3. Definitions
Pavement:
The pavement shall consist of lower Subbase, upper Subbase and Base layers.
Pavement Width:
The width of the pavement located between kerb and channels / shoulders.
Subgrade:
The trimmed, or prepared portion, on which pavements are constructed.
Catch Drain:
A surface drain above a cut batter, or below a fill batter.
Verge:
The portion of the formation between the shoulder and the batter.
Rock:
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Any natural rock encountered in the excavation, which cannot be removed unless broken
up by explosion or mechanical means such as rippers, jackhammers or precision drills.
Unsuitable Material:
Those materials specified as such or which are soft, excessively wet, or unstable or
otherwise not suitable for the specified use.
7.1.4. Materials for Fill

Materials are categorised as described below:
(a) Topsoil
Topsoil shall be fertile, friable soil containing organic matter and is free from subsoil,
refuse, tree roots, noxious weeds, clay lumps and stones.
(b) Type A Fill

Type A fill shall be material which complies with the requirements of this specification and
is free of perishable matter.
HP: Material classified as silt, either before or after compaction, is not acceptable as
Type A fill unless otherwise approved by the Superintendent.
(c) Type B (Common) Fill

Type B fill shall be material which is free of topsoil, deleterious and/or perishable matter
and which after compaction has a maximum particle dimension of not more than:
(i) 150 mm within 400 mm of the subgrade;

(ii) 400 mm at depths greater than 400 mm below subgrade.
HP: Material classified as silt, either before or after compaction, is not acceptable as Type B
fill unless otherwise approved by the Superintendent.
(d) Type C Fill

Type C fill shall be material not suitable for Type A or Type B fill, but which is capable of
being spread in layers and compacted as specified with a maximum particle dimension of
not more than 1.0 m.
(e) Permeable Fill

Permeable fill shall be a mixture of hard, durable, clean sand and gravel or crushed rock,
free from clay balls and perishable matter and which complies with the requirements of
this specification.
(f) Oversize Material
Oversize material shall be material with a maximum particle dimension greater than
1.0 m, including boulders which cannot be broken down by track rolling.
7.1.5. Stripping of Topsoil

Unless otherwise specified, topsoil shall be stripped from cut and fill areas:
(a) between the limits of the batters as defined by the line through batter points
extended to include any rounding;
(b) by means which do not increase the extent of unstable areas;
(c) and placed in stockpile or prepared areas.
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The Contractor shall treat and manage site topsoil before stripping, and after spreading, to
remove and/or minimise the spread of weeds and other pathogens and pest organisms
throughout the site.
Stripped topsoil shall not be mixed with subsoil. Stockpiles shall be maintained in a neat,
well shaped state capable of shedding water. Topsoil shall be re-spread as soon as
practicable.
Stripped surfaces which are to be surveyed for measurement purposes shall be graded to
an even self-draining surface.
7.1.6. Test Rolling
Areas upon which fills are to be constructed, all layers of fill, and material within 150 mm
of subgrade level in cuts, shall be test rolled in accordance with Section 173 of the
VicRoads Standard Specification.*
The Superintendent reserves the right to direct the Contractor to undertake further test
rolling on any layer prior to it being covered by a successive layer. No additional payment
will be made for any requirement to carry out such further test rolling.
Plant used in test rolling shall comply with the following:
Static smooth steel wheeled rollers 12 tonne minimum mass
Pneumatic tyred plant 20 tonne minimum mass

450 kPa per tyre
The Superintendent may require verification of the mass of any item of plant or vehicle
used for test rolling by certified weigh bridge dockets or by other means acceptable to the
Superintendent.
Compliance with test rolling requirements shall be when an area or layer with stands test
rolling without visible deformation or springing.
Minor surface movement may be accepted by the Superintendent.
24 hour notice of requirement for test rolling is to be given to the Superintendent.
7.1.7. Top Soiling
Unless otherwise specified, all unpaved cut and fill areas within the limits of the batters,
including roundings, and any other area disturbed by the Contractor's operations, but
excluding cut batters in rock and the subgrade, shall be topsoiled to the following
compacted thicknesses measured normal to the slope:
(a) batters 2 to 1 or steeper - 50 mm
(b) all other areas - 75 mm.
After placing, the topsoil shall be lightly compacted. Topsoiled batters shall be left
roughened to reduce riling.
All stockpile sites shall be left in a neat, well graded state on completion of topsoiling.
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7.1.8. Treatment of Unsuitable Materials
HP: Where unsuitable material is encountered the Contractor shall submit the proposed in
situ treatment or extent of excavation to the Superintendent for review.
7.1.9. Location of Stockpiles

Stockpiles shall be located in nominated areas only. Stockpiles shall not be located in
areas of existing vegetation or groundcovers or near drainage lines and shall be protected
from erosion by seeding with sterile annual grass or other protective measures.
7.1.10. Cleaning Down of Machinery

All equipment used on the site shall be cleaned down with high pressure water prior to
transporting to and from the site to remove all seed, soil, mud and vegetative matter. This
cleaning shall be done in a designated area as agreed with the Superintendent.
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8. UNDERGROUND DRAINAGE
SUMMARY
This section covers the requirements for the supply, delivery, transport, and installation
of underground stormwater drains, referred to as culverts, together with the construction
of inlet and outlet structures (endwalls, catchpits, basins, etc.), erection of marker posts,
and the removal and/or relaying of existing culverts, as shown on the drawings or as
specified.
CONTRACT SPECIFIC
8.1.1. Extent of Underground Drainage Works

Drainage works shall be constructed as shown on the design drawings, which shall
include;
 Removal of existing drainage;

 Modifying existing drainage;
 Construction of new drainage.
 Subsurface drainage (1m long at pits only).
GENERAL
(Reference - Vic Roads Standard Specification Section 701 Underground Stormwater

Drains, and Section 173 Examination and Testing of Materials and Work (Roadwork)) *
8.1.2. Drainage Setout
The Contractor shall set out the drainage work in accordance with the drawings, or as
specified.
HP: Prior to commencement of excavation for the culverts the Contractor shall confirm
the position of all culverts with the Superintendent.
The culverts constructed at the positions so confirmed shall be constructed true to line and
level specified by the Superintendent.
8.1.3. Stockpiling of Materials

Materials shall not be stockpiled or stored on any carriageway or footpath without the
consent of the Superintendent.
8.1.4. Provision of Drainage During Construction

The Contractor shall provide for the safe discharge of seepage, drainage, and stormwater
at all times during the construction of any culvert, and for the effective de-watering of
excavations. Before obstructing any waterway, channel, culvert, or pipe, the Contractor
shall make provision for temporary diversion of flow.
8.1.5. Compaction
Bedding shall be compacted by mechanical equipment to provide a firm foundation.
Shaping of the bedding to accommodate the pipe, shall be undertaken after compaction.
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Backfilling will be placed and compacted in layers not exceeding 150 mm thickness.
8.1.6. Culvert Sections

Precast reinforced concrete pipe shall comply with Australian Standard AS4058.
Precast reinforced concrete box culverts shall comply with Vic Roads Standard
Specification Section 619 *.
8.1.7. Traffic Control

Excavation of trenches may be undertaken as follows:
• Over full width of roadway while traffic is detoured on a route approved by the
Superintendent; and
• Part width of roadway where traffic access through site is required. Traffic is to
be provided with a minimum width of 3.5 metres for single vehicle access at all
times. A flagman shall be provided.
8.1.8. Excavation
The Contractor shall excavate trenches to adequate dimensions to provide for the full
specified depth of bedding and for compaction of backfilling material around the culvert.
The width of the trench will allow for proper jointing of the culvert and thorough
compaction of backfill material around the culvert using hand held compaction
equipment. A minimum clearance required to achieve compaction outside the culvert,
on either side shall be provided.
8.1.9. Bedding
Bedding material shall be provided and placed for the full width of the trench or, where the
culvert is to be placed without trenching, to a width 0.8 m greater than the overall width of
the culvert. The compacted thickness of bedding material following any shaping necessary
shall be not less than:
100 mm where D < 1500 mm
200 mm where D > 1500 mm
where D is the nominal pipe diameter or culvert height.
When the sections are in position, an additional layer of bedding material shall be placed
to a height equal to 30% of the nominal pipe diameter or culvert height. This material shall
be placed between the pipe and the outer limits of the lower layers of bedding, and shall be
compacted as specified in Vic Roads Standard Specification Section 701 Clause 701.14
*.
8.1.10. Laying
Pipes/Culverts shall be laid true to line, invert levels and grades as shown on the
Contract Drawings. Culverts shall be in contact with the bedding and bear evenly over
the full length of each section.
The top of pipes as marked, shall be set as near to the top of the pipe as possible and
lifting holes shall be infilled by approved plugs or concrete mortar.
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8.1.11. Backfilling
Material used for backfilling shall be 3% cement stabilised subbase material. The backfill
material shall be thoroughly mixed with a cement mixer or, with the approval of the
Superintendent, mixed on the ground.
Backfill shall be placed and compacted in layers of 150 mm maximum thickness.
Backfill shall be placed to Subgrade Profile level and construction traffic shall not cross
the culvert until at least 400 mm compacted thickness of cover has been provided.
8.1.12. Marker Posts

A guide post shall be provided at each end of the culverts on the side of the culvert
nearest to approach traffic.
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9. DRAINAGE PITS
SUMMARY
This section covers the requirements for the construction of drainage pits including the
associated excavation, backfilling, culvert connections and supply and fitting of covers
and associated components.
CONTRACT SPECIFIC
9.1.1. Extent of Drainage works

The Contractor shall undertake drainage works as required to conform with the design
drawings.
All drainage pits to be installed with one metre slotted / perforated subsoil drain with
geotextile sock surround into upstream side of pit.
GENERAL
(Reference - Vic Roads Standard Specification Section 705 Drainage Pits, and Section
610 Structural Concrete) *
9.1.2. Materials
Unless otherwise specified or shown on the drawings, concrete shall be N32 standard
strength grade complying with the requirements of AS 1379 - Specification and supply of
concrete.
The supply of concrete and construction of items covered by this section shall comply
with the requirements of Vic Roads Standard Specification Section 610 *.
Covers, grates, lids and lintels shall be as shown on the drawings.
Step irons shall be manufactured from steel AS/NZS 3679.1 Grade 250, or AS/NZS 4671
Grade N500 and after fabrication shall be prepared and pre-treated for hot dip
galvanising in accordance with the requirements of AS/NZS 4680 with a minimum
average coating thickness equivalent to 600 g/m2, or shall be manufactured from 13 mm
steel bar covered with polypropylene plastic to a design and sample approved by the
Superintendent.
9.1.3. Excavation
(a) General
Excavation shall be to the depth indicated on the drawings or to such further depths as
may be necessary in order to secure a satisfactory foundation. Backfill material
conforming with the requirements of Vic Roads Standard Specification Section 701 *
shall be supplied, placed and compacted in accordance with Vic Roads Standard
Specification Section 705 Clause 705.17 *.
(b) Pre-Cast Pits
For pre-cast pits the excavation shall provide a clearance from all external faces of the
pit to each face of the excavation of not less than 400 mm. Bedding conforming with the
requirements of Vic Roads Standard Specification Section 701 * shall be supplied, placed
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and compacted to a thickness not less than 80 mm on an earth foundation or 150 mm on
a rock foundation.
9.1.4. Cast-In-Place Pits
Pits shall be constructed at the locations and to the dimensions shown on the drawings.
Unless otherwise specified, cast-in-place pits shall be constructed in accordance with

AS3600 - Concrete Structures & Vic Roads Standard Specification Section 610 *.
9.1.5. Pre-Cast Pits
Where the Contractor proposes to use pre-cast pits, they shall be manufactured,
supplied and installed in accordance with the requirements AS3600 - Concrete
Structures & Vic Roads Standard Specification Section 610 *and the following
requirements:
(a) General
Pits shall be installed at the locations and to the dimensions shown on the drawings
except that pit wall thicknesses may be reduced as specified and shown on the drawings.
(b) Provision for Stormwater Drainage Connections
Provision shall be made for the connection of all stormwater drainage, culverts and
subsurface drains as shown on the drawings.
Holes for subsurface drains shall be 150 mm diameter, unless otherwise specified or
shown on the drawings.
Weepholes of 50 mm diameter shall be provided in all pits and shall be placed between
the midpoint and top of the stormwater drain in those walls which have openings for
drains.
(c) Segments
If a pit is cast in segments, each section of the pit shall be rebated to ensure correct
alignment and to prevent horizontal movement. A minimum rebate of 15 mm shall be
used.
(d) Completion on Site
Where pre-cast pits are to be completed on-site, the provision of cut outs and protruding
reinforcement shall be as specified or in accordance with the drawings.
9.1.6. Step Irons

Pits greater than 1.0 m deep shall be fitted with step irons as shown on the drawings.
Steps shall be so located that they do not obstruct openings other than subsurface
drainage openings and that water does not discharge onto them. Steps shall be set into
a wall which has no openings, or beside an opening, or across a corner of the pit.
Step irons of an approved proprietary type shall be installed in accordance with the
manufacturer's instructions.
9.1.7. Shaping of Floors

Pit floors shall be smoothly shaped from the inlets to the outlet for a height of one-third
of the diameter of the outlet pipe.
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9.1.8. Fitting of Covers
Frames for pit covers shall be cast into the top of the pit or bedded on fresh mortar,
5 mm thick, consisting of two parts of sand, one part of cement and sufficient water to
produce a mix of suitable consistency.
The level at every point of the perimeter shall be within 10 mm of the design level for
that point, and the line of the cover shall be within 10 mm of the design kerb line.
9.1.9. Backfilling Around Pits

Backfilling around pits shall be placed in layers not exceeding 300 mm loose thickness
and compacted to refusal using hand held mechanical equipment.

Location
The location of the pit shall not vary from the specified location by +/- 0.1 m.
Dimensions
The dimensions of the pit shall not vary from that specified by +/- 20 mm.
Pit Cover
The line of the cover shall be within 10 mm of the design kerb line for Side Entry Pits.
9.1.11. Stormwater Drainage Connections
All connections shall be neat and all pipe ends trimmed off flush with the internal wall
and finished with cement mortar.
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10. KERB AND CHANNEL AND FOOTPATHS
SUMMARY
This section covers the requirements for the construction of cast-in-place concrete kerb
and channel, edge strips, vehicle crossings, footpaths, and medians and other surfacing,
together with the necessary excavation and backfilling.
The Contractor shall undertake kerb and channel / footpath works as required to conform
with the design drawings.
CONTRACT SPECIFIC
Specific kerb and channel and footpath requirements are detailed on the design
drawings and include the following;
10.1.1. Construct new kerb and channel

Kerb and channel shall be constructed as shown on the design drawings.
10.1.2. Construct Driveways

Driveways shall be constructed as shown on the design drawings
10.1.3. Construct new footpaths
Footpaths shall be constructed as shown on the design drawings.
All DDA tiles to be installed in accordance with design drawings. DDA tiles to be ceramic
tiles ivory in colour.
10.1.4. Level Testing

The Contractor is to provide level measurements (based on reduced levels) at the:
• Lip of Kerb
• Footpath
Levels shall be taken at design cross-sections.
GENERAL
(Reference - Vic Roads Standard Specification Section 173 Examination and Testing of Materials
and Work (Roadworks), and Section 703 Cast-in Place Edgings, Paths and Other Surfacings) *
10.1.5. Materials
Concrete:
Concrete shall be 25 Mpa strength complying with AS 3600 - Concrete
Structures. Concrete used in kerb extrusion machines shall not be subject to
compressive strength requirements but shall have a minimum concrete content
of 280 kg/m3.
Reinforcement (Footpath):
SL72 Reinforcing mesh to be used in footpath construction
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10.1.6. Conformity with drawings, tolerances
Around existing fixtures:
Footpaths and surfacings shall match around fixtures, e.g. pit covers, edgings,
driveways to within +/- 5 mm and finished so as not to present a tripping hazard
to pedestrians.
Line and level:

At any point the finished work shall not differ from that specified by +/- 10 mm.
The rate of change of the deviation shall not exceed 10 mm in 10 m.
Shape:
Except on curves or in shaped areas the deviation of the finished work shall not
exceed 5 mm over a 3 m straightedge.
Cross Section:
The overall width of the section shall not exceed 15 mm from that specified.
Individual dimensions shall not differ from that specified by +/- 5 mm .
Extrusion machine finish:

Surfaces shall be free of pitting larger than 5 mm in diameter.
10.1.7. Excavation
Existing sealed pavement excavated to allow construction shall be saw cut. Following
completion of the work the excavated area shall be reinstated with compacted pavement
material and bituminous surfaced to match the existing sealed surface.
10.1.8. Bedding Preparation
Bedding of crushed rock, gravel or concrete shall placed and compacted to provide a
stable surface. Unsuitable materials to a depth of 75 mm below the underside of the
bedding shall be removed and replaced with bedding material.
Kerb and channel

Where the kerb and channel is over pavement material, bedding shall be
provided to the underside of the kerb or the kerb thickened.
Where the kerb is not over pavement layers a minimum compacted thickness of
75 mm of bedding shall be provided.
Footpaths
A minimum compacted thickness of 50 mm shall be provided.
10.1.9. Concrete Works Setting Out
Works shall be set out by the Contractor.
HP: The set out shall be reviewed and confirmed by the Superintendent.
10.1.10.Household Drainage Connections

Unless otherwise specified, existing household drainage connections which are not
connected to underground stormwater drains shall be altered as necessary and
connected through the kerbing to the channel using approved kerb adaptors.
10.1.11. Profile Transitions

Where it is necessary to join to an existing section of profile which is different to that
being constructed the change in profile shall be of constant rate between 10 and 20 mm
per metre.
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10.1.12.Provision for permanent signs
Where specified, sleeves for permanent signs shall be installed. Sleeves shall be 100
mm diameter, 500 mm long with the bottom end plugged and extend 15-20 mm above
the finished surface level.
10.1.13.Surface Finish
Kerb and channel:
Kerb and channel shall have a steel trowelled finish.
Footpaths and surfaces:

The surface shall be worked until the mortar comes to the top and finished with a
wooden float to produce a non skid surface.
10.1.14.Joints
Kerbs:
Transverse joints shall be constructed at regular intervals not exceeding 2.5m
and adjacent to household drainage kerb adaptors.
Footpaths and surfacings:

Expansion joints of cork or bituminous materials shall be provided at intervals
not exceeding 15 m and either side of vehicle crossings.
A tooled, grooved trowelled contraction joints shall be provided at a maximum of

1.2m spacing to a depth of 15mm.
Between kerb and footpath:

Bonding between the kerb and footpath shall be prevented by painting the back
edge of the kerb with bitumen or by installing bituminous felt.
10.1.15.Backfilling
Following curing of the concrete approved topsoil material shall be placed and firmly
compacted behind the kerb and beside the footpath to the level of the kerb or footpath to
a width of 300 mm.
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11. PAVEMENT CONSTRUCTION
SUMMARY
This section covers the requirements for the placement of crushed rock pavement
materials, for the construction of unbound flexible pavement layers.
CONTRACT SPECIFIC
11.1.1. Pavement Construction
The pavement shall be constructed as shown on the design drawings.
Excavate the existing pavement & construct pavement consisting of;
 Base layer - 150mm compacted layer 20mm Class 2 FCR;

 Sub base – 250mm Class 2 FCR compacted in 2 125mm layers;
 Subgrade – Prepared to achieve compaction requirements .
Pavement investigation has identified poor quality subgrade material. Areas of

unsuitable material are to be treated as Provisional Quantity (upon approval of the
superintendent) for the removal and placement of 200mm compacted layer 3%
cement treated FCR.
11.1.2. Pavement Compaction Testing

All pavement layers
HP The approval of the Superintendent for all pavement layers including Subgrade is
required prior to the placement of pavement layers.
The base layer shall be tested for acceptance of compaction and the requirement for lot
acceptance is a mean value of density based on Modified compactive effort ratio of not
less than 98%
Each layer of subbase shall be tested for acceptance of compaction and the requirement
for lot acceptance is a mean value of density ratio based on Modified compactive effort
of not less than 98%
The subgrade shall be tested for acceptance of compaction and the requirement for lot
acceptance is a mean value of density ratio based on Standard compactive effort of not
less than 98%
The number of tests per lot shall be:
Lot Sizes Number of Density Tests

per Lot
Court Bowl 3 No.
Intersections 2 No.
Straights 1 per 500 m²
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11.1.3. Frequency of Testing for Material Characteristics
The Contractor shall test material being supplied and delivered to the site for pavement
use to ensure that all the material complies with the specified requirements and is
consistent.
Unless otherwise specified, the extent of each lot shall not exceed one day’s production.
The tests required for each lot are for Grading and Plasticity Index.
Tests are to be endorsed in accordance with the NATA registration of the testing
laboratory.
11.1.4. Test Rolling

Test rolling is required for:
• Subgrade layer
• All Subbase layers
• Base layer
Layers shall be test rolled in the presence of the Superintendent.
11.1.5. Level Testing

The Contractor is to provide level measurements (based on reduced levels), at the
following points:
Finished sub grade profile at the following locations

• design centre line, and
• at the Pavement Width, left and right
Levels shall be taken at each design cross section/on cross sections at 10 metre
intervals.
Finished sub base course profile at the following locations

intervals.
Finished base course profile at the following locations

intervals.
GENERAL
(Reference - Vic Roads Standard Specification Section 165 Procurement of Roadmaking
Materials, Section 173 Examination and Testing of Materials and Work (Roadworks), Section 304
Unbound Flexible Pavement Construction, Section 801 Source Rock for the Production of
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Crushed Rock and Aggregates, Section 811 Gravel, Sand and Soft or Ripped Rock for Base and
Subbase Pavement and Section 812 Crushed Rock for Pavement base and Subbase ) *
11.1.6. Definitions
‘Pavement’ - the pavement shall consist of subbase, lower subbase, base and
bituminous surfacing courses.
‘Subgrade Profile’ - the surface on which the pavement is to be placed.
‘Pavement Profile’ - the upper surface of the base layer of the pavement including the
seal and shoulder widths.
‘Earthworks Width’ - the width to the outside of table drains, toe of batters or edge of
excavations.
‘Pavement Width’ - the width of the pavement including the seal and shoulder where
applicable.

The Contractor shall finish the pavement courses to smooth and uniform surfaces
conforming to design drawings.
11.1.7.1. Alignment and Width
The design centre line shall not deviate from the designed off-set co-ordinates by more
than 50 mm.
The width shall not be less specified or shown on the design drawings. The off-set width
from the design centre line shall not be less than 50 mm or, without the Superintendents
approval, greater than 300 mm.
11.1.7.2. Finished Levels
The surface level of the completed pavement shall not vary from the specified or design
level by more than 20 mm (-5mm from design or +15mm).
11.1.7.3. Pavement Thickness’
(i) The Total Pavement Thickness’

The ‘average thickness’ of the combined subbase and base courses shall not be
less than the specified thickness and the thickness at any point shall not be less
than 10 mm of the specified thickness.
(ii) Base Course

(iii) The ‘average thickness’ of the base course shall not be less than the specified
thickness and the thickness at any point shall not be less than 10 mm of the
specified thickness.
(iv) Subbase Course

The subbase course shall be of adequate layer thickness to enable compaction to be
achieved.
The ‘average thickness’ will be calculated over 5 successive cross sections.
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11.1.7.4. Shape
The shape of all pavement layers shall be such that the crossfall does not vary from the
specified crossfall by more than 20 mm.
The crossfall of the completed pavement surface shall not vary from the specified
crossfall by more than 10 mm.
The surface shall be graded evenly across the cross section.
11.1.8. Materials
Prior to commencement of work, the Contractor shall confirm the source from which the
material will be obtained.
The physical properties and gradings of material shall conform to the following:
11.1.8.1. Subbase pavement materials
All material supplied by the Contractor for subbase pavement, shall meet the relevant
requirements of Table 1.1, Table 1.2 and Table 1.3 and shall be free of vegetable matter
and lumps or balls of clay or other deleterious matter.
Table 1.1 Material Characteristics
All Passing Liquid Plasticity Index California Bearing Ratio

Sieve Size Limit %
As(mm) max
Granitic Sand
13.2 25 min - 6 max. 80
Natural Gravel or Approved Equivalent
37.5 25 2 min - 15 max. 80
Table 1.2 Grading
Sieve Size - AS Sieve (mm)

75 37.5 26.5 19 13.2 9.5 4.75 2.36 0.425 0.075
Granitic Sand
100 100 55 to 45 to 25 to 6 to 25
to 97 99 90 50
Natural Gravel or approved equivalent
100 90 to 84 to 78 to 73 to 62 to 50 to 20 to 6 to 20
100 100 95 90 80 70 42
Class 2 Crushed Rock 20 mm nominal size
100 95 to 78 to 63 to 44 to 30 to 14 to 7 to 11
100 92 83 74 48 22
Class 3 Crushed Rock 40 mm nominal size
53mm 95 to 75 to 64 to 42 to 27 to 20 to 10 to 6 to 13
sieve 100 95 90 78 64 51 24
100
Table 1.3 Permitted Range of Grading
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Sieve Size As (Mm) Permitted Range Of Grading
+/- (% By Mass)
150, 75, 37.5 20
26.5, 19.0, 13.2, 9.50, 4.75, 2.36 15
0.425 10
0.075 5
11.1.8.2. Base pavement materials

All material supplied by the Contractor for base course pavement, shall meet the
relevant requirements of Table 1.1, Table 1.2 and Table 1.3 and shall be free of
vegetable matter and lumps or balls of clay or other deleterious matter.
Table 1.1 Material characteristics
All Passing Liquid Limit Plasticity Index California

Sieve Size Bearing Ratio
As(Mm)
Granite Sand
13.2 25 0 min - 4 max. 100
26.5 25 2 min to 8 max. 120
Table 1.2 Grading
Sieve Size - As Sieve (Mm)

75 37.5 26.5 19 13.2 9.5 4.75 2.36 0.425 0.075
Granite Sand
100 100 55 to 45 to 25 6
to 97 99 90 to to
50 25
100 95 to 83 to 73 to 49 to 37 to 16 5
100 100 93 76 62 to to
38 18
Crushed Rock 20 mm Nominal Size
100 95 to 78 to 63 to 44 to 30 to 14 7
100 92 83 64 48 to to
22 11
Crushed Rock 40 mm Nominal Size
53mm 95 to 80 to 66 to 44 to 29 to 21 to 10 5
sieve 100 90 82 64 49 38 to to
100 18 9
Table 1.3 Permitted Range of Grading
Sieve Size As (Mm) Permitted Range Of Grading

+/- (% By Mass)
150, 75, 37.5 20
26.5, 19.0, 13.2, 9.50, 4.75, 2.36 15
0.425 10
0.075 5
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11.1.9. Moisture Content of Pavement Material
Material used for pavement shall have sufficient moisture to obtain the required
compaction and shall have a moisture ratio of not less than 85% of Optimum Moisture
content as determined using modified compactive effort.
11.1.10. Compaction Testing of Pavement Material

The calculation of density ratio shall be based on tests performed using Modified
compacted effort.
All tests shall be endorsed in accordance with the NATA registration of the testing
laboratory.
(Reference - Vic Roads Standard Specification 160.E5)*
Copies of endorsed complying test results are to be provided to the Superintendent

within 5 days of testing.
11.1.11.Acceptance of Compaction Tests

The mean value of density ratio is to be achieved over each lot.
Where up to 2 tests in a 6 test lot do not achieve the minimum individual test value,
reworking of part of the lot will be permitted over the length determined by the
Superintendent. Each reworked location will require 2 tests both of which shall achieve
the required minimum.
11.1.12. Test Rolling

The Superintendent may direct test rolling of any layer prior to covering with a
successive layer without additional payment..
Plant used in test rolling shall comply with the following:

Static smooth steel wheeled rollers 12 tonne minimum mass
Pneumatic tyred plant 20 tonne minimum mass
450 kPa per tyre
The Superintendent may require verification of the mass of any item of plant or vehicle
used for test rolling by certified weigh bridge dockets or by other means acceptable to
the Superintendent.
Compliance with test rolling requirements shall be when an area or layer with stands test
rolling without visible deformation or springing.
24 hours notice required for test rolling is to be given to the Superintendent.
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12. PREPARATION FOR SEALING / ASPHALTING
SUMMARY
The Contractor shall prepare the pavement for asphalting / bituminous primersealing.
CONTRACT SPECIFIC
12.1.1. Extent of Seal Preparation

Preparation for primer sealing is to take place for the full extent of works, as shown on
the drawings and includes transition sections within the limits of works.
HP No primer sealing shall be undertaken without the acceptance of the preparation being
given by the Superintendent.
GENERAL
(Reference - Vic Roads Standard Specification Section 310 – Preparation of Pavement
for Sprayed Bituminous Surfacing)*
12.1.2. Approval of Pavement Areas before Preparation for Sealing

Before preparation of pavement areas for sealing is commenced, the following
approvals are required:
(i) The approval by the Superintendent of the total pavement construction including
verification of complying material characteristics and compaction testing results,
compliance with test rolling requirements and verification of complying
pavement thickness’ by level testing; and
(ii) The approval by the Superintendent of the final pavement surface profile
including verification by level tests.
12.1.3. Spotting
Prior to sealing work taking place and immediately following brooming, the Contractor is
to mark out the centre line and the right and left edges of seal.
12.1.4. Maintenance
Following acceptance of the prepared surface, the Contractor shall maintain the
pavement in the accepted condition until surfacing works are commenced.
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13. SEALING WORKS
SUMMARY
This section covers the requirements for materials, design and application of sprayed
bituminous surfacing including primes, primers and sprayed seals of various types.
CONTRACT SPECIFIC
The Contractor shall undertake bituminous works as required to conform with the design
drawings, including the following;
• sweeping of the surface in preparation for sealing

• supply and spraying of primer coat
• design of Rate of Application
• rolling of the surface
• drag brooming of the surface
• removal of excess aggregate
13.1.1. Aggregate Supply
HP Prior to the commencement of works, the aggregate to be used shall be approved by

the Superintendent.
Table 1.1 Bituminous Treatments

Proposed treatments;
Location Treatment Size Area Nominal

Application Rate
Inkerman Emulsion 7mm 2,945sq m By Contractor
Street Primerseal
The seal width shall taper to the adjoining seal width over the Transition Length.
Table 1.2 Traffic Volumes
Location Speed 85% Speed Duration Of 24 Hour % Commercial

Zone Count Count Vehicles
Inkerman St 60 - N/A 4400 6
13.1.2. Final Seal

The final seal shall be undertaken by Central Goldfields Shire Council.
GENERAL
(Reference - Vic Roads Standard Specification Section 407 Hotmix Asphalt, Section 408 Sprayed
Bituminous Surfacing, Section 801 Source rocks for Crushed Rock and Aggregates) *
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13.1.3. Bituminous Design
The rates of application shall be determined by the Contractor.
HP Prior to the commencement of work, the Contractor shall submit the rates of
application for review by the Superintendent
13.1.4. Sweeping
Prior to spraying the surface to be sprayed shall be swept clean and be free of dust, clay
and deleterious material.
13.1.5. Bitumen Overspray Drift

The Contractor shall avoid spraying operations in windy conditions where there is a risk
of overspray damaging to adjacent property, including vehicles and people.
13.1.6. Remaining Aggregate

Following the completion of spraying salvageable aggregate remaining at the stacksite
shall be removed by the Contractor.
13.1.7. Additional Rolling

Additional rolling of non-trafficked areas is not required.
13.1.8. Removal of Excess Aggregate.

Excess aggregate shall be removed from the pavement within 5 days of being sealed or
primersealed. Excess aggregate to be removed by suction sweeper in urban areas and
broom in rural road constructions.
13.1.9. Reporting
Within 2 days of the completion of the sealing work the Contractor shall submit to the
Superintendent a spray information sheet containing the following minimum information;
• Client Name
• Road name and location
• Treatment type
• Actual area sprayed per run
• Bituminous materials used, quantities and rates
• Average rate of application
• Aggregate size, quantity and rate
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14. ASPHALTING WORKS
SUMMARY
This section covers the requirements for the manufacture and placement of hot mix asphalt,
including quality of materials, mix design, supply and placing of the asphalt.
CONTRACT SPECIFIC
The Contractor shall undertake asphalting works as required to conform with the design
drawings, including the following;
• Construct asphalt wearing course, 40mm depth size 10mm Type H
Table 1.1 Asphalt Treatments

Proposed treatments;
Works Treatment Size Area

Inkerman Street 40mm Depth wearing course 10mm 2,945sq m
Type H Asphalt
HP Prior to the placement of asphalt approval to be obtained from the Superintendent.
GENERAL
(Reference - Vic Roads Standard Specification, Section 402 Removal of Pavement by Cold
Planing, Section 407 Hotmix Asphalt, Section 801 Source rocks for Crushed Rock and
Aggregates) *
14.1.2. Types of Asphalt
Mix Designation Description

L A light duty Size 7 or 10 wearing course with low air voids
and higher binder content for use in very lightly trafficked
pavements.
N A light to medium duty Size 7, 10 or 14 wearing course or
regulating course for use in light to moderately trafficked
pavements.
H A heavy duty Size 7, 10 or 14 asphalt wearing course or
regulating course for use in most heavily trafficked
pavements.
V A heavy duty Size 10 or 14 asphalt wearing course for
heavily trafficked intersections.
SI A multi purpose Size 14 or 20 structural asphalt for
intermediate course in heavy duty pavements or base
course in medium duty pavements.
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14.1.3. Ambient Conditions for Placing
The surface on which asphalt is to be placed shall be essentially dry and free
from surface water.
a) Intermediate and Base Courses:
Asphalt shall not be placed when the majority of the area to be paved has a
surface temperature of less than 5°C. Asphalt mixes with PMB and Class 600
binder shall not be placed when the majority of area to be paved has a surface
temperature less than 10°C.
b) Wearing Course:
Wearing course asphalt shall not be placed when the majority of the area to be
paved has a surface temperature of less than 10°C. Asphalt mixes with polymer
modified binder shall not be placed when the majority of the area to be paved
has a surface temperature less than 15°C.
14.1.4. Tack Coat
A tack coat shall be applied to the cleaned asphalt or sealed surface on which
asphalt is to be placed unless the unsealed surface has been primed.
Tack coat shall consist of cationic bitumen emulsion and shall be applied only to
a clean, essentially dry surface, free from surface water.
Tack coat shall be sprayed in a uniform film over the entire road surface.
The application rate for bitumen emulsion tack coat shall be
0.15 to 0.30 litres/m2 (60% Bitumen content) or 0.30 to 0.60 litres/m2
(30% bitumen content), except for joints and chases where rates shall be
doubled.
Before asphalt is placed, sufficient time shall be allowed for the free water to
evaporate and for the tack coat to cure and change in colour from brown to
black.
Any tack coat not covered by asphalt shall be covered with clean grit or sand
before the road is opened to traffic.
Where asphalt is to be spread over clean, freshly laid asphalt, or over a clean,
primed surface, or where the depth of the layer exceeds 50 mm, the Contractor
may omit the tack coat.
14.1.5. Regulating Course
A regulating course of asphalt of the type and size specified shall be placed for
correction of longitudinal and transverse pavement shape so that the resulting
surface is parallel with the finished surface.
14.1.6. Spreading
(a) General
Asphalt shall be spread in layers at the compacted thicknesses shown on the
drawings or specified.
All asphalt shall be spread with an asphalt paver except for small areas where
use of a paver is not practicable.
(b) Level Control
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Asphalt paver screed levels shall be controlled by a suitable combination of
manual and automatic controls operating from fixed or moving references.
(c) Spreading
All asphalt shall be spread with a purpose designed asphalt paving machine to
form a uniformly smooth asphalt mat without segregation, tearing or gouging.
The Contractor shall conduct spreading operations to ensure that the paver
speed matches the rate of supply so that stoppages are minimised.
If the paver is required to stop and asphalt in front of the screed cools to below
120˚C, a transverse joint shall be constructed.
(d) Spreading by Hand
Hand spreading shall only be used for small areas where it is not practical to use
a paver.
14.1.7. Compaction
Asphalt shall be uniformly compacted to the as soon as the asphalt has cooled
sufficiently to support the rollers without undue displacement.
14.1.8. Surface Finish and Conformity
For all asphalt works the following requirements shall apply for conformance with
location, shape, alignment, and width.
(i) Surface Finish
The finished surface of asphalt wearing course shall be of uniform
appearance, free of dragged areas, cracks, open textured patches and
roller marks.
(ii) Kerb and Channel
Where asphalt is placed against kerb and channel the surface at the
edge of the wearing course shall be either flush with or not more than
5 mm above the lip of the channel.
(iii) Shape
No point on the finished surface of the wearing course shall lie more
than 4 mm below a 3 m straight edge laid either parallel to the centreline
of the pavement or, except on crowned sections, at right angles to the
centreline. For intermediate and base course layers, the distance below
the straight edge shall not exceed 6 mm and 10 mm respectively.
(iv) Alignment
Where asphalt pavement is not +placed against a concrete edging, the
edge of asphalt layers shall not be more than 50 mm inside nor more
than 100 mm outside, the designed offset from centreline or design line.
Within these tolerances, the rate of change of offset of the edge of layer
shall not be greater than 25 mm in 10 m.
(v) Width
Where asphalt pavement is not placed against a concrete edging, the
width of asphalt layers shall not be less than the design or specified
width of layer by more than 50 mm or greater than the design or
specified width by more than 100 mm. The average width over any
300 m shall not be less than the design or specified width.
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(vi) Junctions
At junctions where the new asphalt mat is required to match the level of
existing pavement surface at the limits of work, chases shall be cut into
the existing pavement by cold planing as specified in Section 402.
The chase shall be cut by removal of a wedge of asphalt tapering from
zero to a depth of 2.5 times the nominal size of the asphalt from the
existing pavement to the minimum width as follows:
 at side streets and median openings - 600 mm
 on through carriageways with a speed limit of 80
km/h or less - 3 m
 on through carriageways with a speed limit of
more than 80 km/h - 6 m.
Asphalt Overlays
Where a minimum average or nominal thickness of overlay is specified, and no
existing pavement or finished levels are available, the average thickness of the
overlay shall be calculated by:
M
T = x 1000
DxA
Where:
T is the thickness of overlay in millimetres
A is the area of the job in square metres
D is the mean field density of placed asphalt in tonnes/m3.
M is the mass of asphalt used in tonnes
The average thickness of the overlay shall not be less than the specified
thickness.
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15. LANDSCAPING
SUMMARY
This section covers the requirements for supply, planting, grass seeding, erosion control,
other associated landscape work and maintenance as specified and shown on relevant
design drawings, Planting Details and Schedules.
CONTRACT SPECIFIC
Specific works are detailed on the design drawings and include the following.
15.1.1. Top-soiling
Nature strips to be regraded to match design kerb & channel levels and top soiled
minimum 75mm thickness.
15.1.2. Grassing
All top soiled areas shall be grass seeded (an application rate of approximately 45 grams
per square metre).
GENERAL
(Reference Vic Roads Standard Specification 720 - Landscape Works) *
15.1.3. Landscape Materials
HP: Prior to use of landscape materials details of the materials to be used, including supplier,
description, methods of application are to be submitted to the Superintendent for review.
15.1.4. Topsoil
In the event that site topsoil is not available or is not appropriate, imported topsoil shall be
supplied by the Contractor at the Contractor’s expense. Imported topsoil shall be free from
pathogens, toxic levels of any element and any weeds and their roots.
If imported topsoil is used, the Contractor shall supply topsoil with the following
characteristics:
Texture Light to medium, i.e. capable of handling when moist but lacking
cohesion so that it will spread easily.
pH Slightly acid to neutral pH 6.0 - 7.0.
Stone Content Less than 4% by dry weight with stone size not exceeding
10 mm.
Organic Matter Decomposed matters shall not exceed 40% by volume,

undecomposed matter shall be less than 4% by volume.
Salinity Less than 600 ppm
Extraneous Material The topsoil shall be free of sods of subsoil, rubbish, petrol and
oil contaminants, lime etc.
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General Description Topsoil for mulch planting beds shall be a light to medium friable
clay loam. Topsoil for grass areas shall be a light to medium
friable sandy loam.
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16. SIGNS
SUMMARY
This section covers the installation of signs and sign supports that comply with:
 the VicRoads Traffic Engineering Manual Volume 2 - Signs and Markings;
 the VicRoads Manual of Standard Drawings for Road Signs;
 Australian Standard AS 1742 Manual of uniform traffic control devices and AS 1743
Road Signs – Specifications.
Cantilever sign structures and sign gantries are outside of the scope of this document.
CONTRACT SPECIFIC
16.1.1. Signs
The Contractor shall supply and erect all signs in accordance with the details and locations
shown on the design drawings and in accordance with the requirements of Vic Roads
Traffic Engineering manual Volume 2 – Signs and Markings.
Where posts and signs are required to be moved to carry out the works of this Contract,
the posts and signs are to be removed by the Contractor and reinstated by the Contractor
on completion of the reconstruction activities. Temporary delineation shall be provided and
maintained by the Contractor until permanent sign and posts have been reinstated.
All signs within the extent of works shall be thoroughly cleaned.
The Contractor is responsible for the removal and disposal of any redundant signs.
HP: Signs to be removed shall be approved by the Superintended prior to its removal.
GENERAL
(Reference Vic Roads Standard Specification 714 – Sign Installation ) *

16.1.2. Materials
Unless otherwise specified, all materials shall be supplied by the Contractor.
All signs shall comply with Australian Standard AS 1742.2 and sign faces shall have Class
2 reflectorisation.
Posts, unless otherwise stated, shall be galvanised 50 mm nominal diameter by 3250 mm

long.
All posts shall have caps and vandal proof bolts are to be used.
16.1.3. Foundations
All posts are to be set in concrete foundations to a minimum depth of 450 mm and a
minimum diameter of 225 mm in accordance with VicRoads Standard Specification
714.05*.
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17. LINEMARKING
SUMMARY
This section covers the requirements for materials and application of pavement markings
including:
 supply and application of pavement marking paint and glass beads, longitudinal
lines, intersection markings and other markings on the road surface for all new
installations and maintenance of pavement markings;
 supply and application of thermoplastic or cold-applied plastic material and glass
beads, and pliant polymer tape for all new installations and maintenance of
pavement markings;
 fixing of both reflective and non-reflective raised pavement markers to asphalt,
concrete or sealed pavements using epoxy adhesive or hot melt bitumen
adhesive.
The position and dimensions of the linemarking and roadmarking shall conform to the following
standards:
- AS 1742;
- VicRoads ‘Traffic Engineering Manual, Volume 2’;
- The linemarking design drawings.
CONTRACT SPECIFIC
17.1.1. Painted Pavement Markings

Specific linemarking requirements and locations.
The Contractor shall be responsible for the application of all painted pavement markings in
accordance with the design drawings and shall repaint all existing pavement markings
within the limits of the works and match into existing markings at the ends of the works.
Linemarking shall consists of an initial paint followed by a repaint within four to eight weeks
of the initial paint. The initial paint shall be completed within 3 days of bituminous
surfacing.
Linemarkings to be provided as follows:
- Centreline;
- Edge lines;
- Intersections;
- Bicycle lane symbols.
17.1.2. Layout of Markings

The set out for the pavement markings shall be carried out by the Contractor in
accordance with the above standards and the design drawings
HP: Painting shall not commence until the Superintendent has inspected the set out and
given consent to proceed.
GENERAL
(Reference Vic Roads Standard Specification 721 – Pavement Markings ) *
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17.1.3. Materials
All materials are to be supplied by the Contractor.
The paint shall be white water borne paint. Glass beads shall be used on the markings.
17.1.4. Application Rates
The application rates shall be 0.3 mm minimum dry thickness. Two coats per seal shall be
applied.
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18. COMPLETION OF WORKS
SUMMARY
This section covers the requirements and the contractors responsibilities for the tidying up
of all areas within the limits of the work after completion.
CONTRACT SPECIFIC
The Contractor shall be responsible for leaving the site in a neat and tidy condition at the
completion of works under this specification.
18.1.1. Tidying up of Site
Activities to clean up and leave the site tidy at the completion of works shall include:
• Grading of any disturbed areas;

• Topsoiling and seeding any damaged areas resulting from works;
• Collecting and pushing up any loose stone from construction activities into neat
piles, to the Superintendents satisfaction and remove from site;
• Removal and disposal of all rubbish, damaged materials etc;
• Remove all buildings or temporary works; and
• Remove all Contractors equipment and surplus material.
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19. MAINTENANCE DURING CONSTRUCTION
The Contractor shall be responsible for all maintenance within the limits of the Contract works.
Maintenance of new construction will be undertaken at the Contractor’s expense.
Any damage to Roads Property & infrastructure will be made good at the Contractor’s expense.
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20. APPENDICES
APPENDIX A - SCHEDULE OF DRAWINGS
APPENDIX B - DRAWINGS
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APPENDIX A - SCHEDULE OF DRAWINGS
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SCHEDULE OF DRAWINGS
Sheet Drawing Description

Number Number
CONTRACT SPECIFIC DRAWINGS
1 - 26 2620 - 2646 Inkerman Street, Maryborough – Napier St to Railway
STANDARD DRAWINGS
SD 1301C Side entry pit
SD 1322E Grated side entry pit (B type kerb)
SD 1121C Junction pit
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APPENDIX B - DRAWINGS
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ROAD : Inkerman St, Maryborough

TENDER NO : Gxxx -14

SPECIFICATION FOR: Inkerman Street, Maryborough

2. PRE COMMENCEMENT ACTIVITIES...........................................................................10

Table 11.1 Material Characteristics................................................................................................... 43

Works must be undertaken in such a manner as to minimise the impact on:

Works to be undertaken in stages to minimise the disturbance to traffic;

The following Vic Roads Standard Specification sections apply:

The following Australian Standards apply:

The following references apply:

PROJECT MANAGEMENT PLAN

2.1.2. Contractor Representatives

2.1.3. Personal Protective Equipment

2.1.5. Traffic Management and Signage

2.1.9. Stormwater Erosion Sediment Control

2.1.10. Air Pollution and Suppression of Dust

CONSTRUCTION WORKS MONITORING AND MAINTENANCE

The Construction Program as a minimum shall include:-

• The proposed order of works;

Unless otherwise specified or approved by the Superintendent.

SUMMARY OF HOLD POINTS

Alignment shall be set out, controlled and certified by a competent surveyor.

• All records requested by the Superintendent.

(Reference - Vic Roads Standard Specification 160.A7)*

CARE OF SURROUNDING PROPERTIES

DAMAGE AND CARE OF ROADS

(Reference - Vic Roads Standard Specification 160.F5.) *

STORMWATER DRAINS AND UTILITY SERVICES

(Reference - Vic Roads Standard Specification 176.C1) *

(Reference - Vic Roads Standard Specification 160.F1, 160.F2, 160.F3) *

PROVISIONAL ITEMS AND DAYWORKS

4.1.1. Site Office

4.1.2. Access to Works Area

4.1.3. Provision for Services

4.1.4. Relocation of Existing Services

 Prior notice is to be provided to property owners of any disruptions to property

4.1.6. Sanitary Accommodation

5.1.1. Traffic Management Plan

Requirements to be included in traffic management plan;

 Heavy vehicle route - An advanced heavy vehicle detour route is to be provided

 Access to properties to maintained as much as practical.

Works to be undertaken in stages to minimise the disturbance to traffic;

5.1.3. Traffic Control Personnel

5.1.4. Signs and Devices

5.1.5. Storage of Plant and Equipment

5.1.6. Operations Affecting Traffic

Unless otherwise specified, the Contractor shall:

(b) Earthworks and Pavement Construction

(c) Footpaths and Pedestrian Walkways

5.1.8. Maintenance and Care of Areas used by Traffic

Material falling on any carriageway shall be removed immediately by the Contractor.

5.1.9. Access to Side Roads and Abutting Property

5.1.10. Use of Safety Barriers at Worksites

6.1.1. Limit of Works

(a) the extent of works in accordance with the Drawings.

The Contractor shall:

6.1.2. Railway Line Removal

6.1.3. Tree Removal

(Reference – Vic Roads Standard Specification Section 201 - Site Clearing) *

6.1.5. Survey Marks

6.1.6. Damage to Fences

6.1.7. Protection and Removal of Existing Vegetation

No earthworks, travel of equipment or storage compounds shall be established