DESIGN STANDARD GUIDELINES - AYALA CENTER

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2.4 Board-up, Fences & Canopies

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Fig. 2.4.1.6c: Gantry and Framework Details for Project Site Board-up, Fence or Enclosure

Fig. 2.4.1.6d: Project Site Board-up, Fence or Fig. 2.4.1.6e: Project Site Board-up Fence or Enclosure
Enclosure Details Blow Up Details for Fig. 2.4.1.6d

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2.4 Board-up, Fences & Canopies

2.4.2 Signage on Project Site Fences or Enclosures 2.4.2.8 Project identification signs and the Ayala Center logo shall be
placed thoughtfully on fences, enclosures or board-ups.
2.4.2.1 Only approved project identification signs shall be allowed to The image and the Ayala Center logo shall not be cut at the
be placed on temporary project site fences or enclosures. corners as shown below.

2.4.2.2 Project identification signs shall be made from durable
weather-proof materials, subject to the ALI’s or the ACA’s
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approval, and shall be installed or attached directly onto the
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fence or enclosure.

2.4.2.3 These project identification signs shall be placed on
temporary fences or enclosures alternating with the Ayala
Center logo, and installed in proportion to the overall size of
the fence or enclosure.

2.4.2.4 Project identification (ID) signs and the Ayala Center logo
shall follow the size chart below:

PROJECT ID SIGN The Ayala Center LOGO Fig. 2.4.2.8a: Project identification signs and the Ayala Center
logo placement cut at corners shall not be allowed.

(width) (height) (width) (height)

MINIMUM 4.8 meters 2.4 meters 2.4 meters 2.4 meters

MAXIMUM 7.2 meters 2.4 meters 2.4 meters 2.4 meters

Fig. 2.4.2.4: Project ID Sign and the Ayala Center Logo Size Chart

2.4.2.5 Experiential and lifestyle images representing the use and Fig. 2.4.2.8b: Proper placement of project identification signs and
2.4.2.6 character of the project are encouraged. the Ayala Center logo
2.4.2.7
Sales and promos shall not be allowed to be part of the VOLUME 4
signage.
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Addresses and phone numbers shall be allowed; provided
that, the font height is no larger than 0.20 meters and at no
instance shall these be the primary image or central item of
the signage.

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2.4 Board-up, Fences & Canopies

2.4.3 Signage on top of Project Site Board-up 2.4.3.5 The project identification sign and image shall be printed
directly onto the signage board or on a banner made from
2.4.3.1 Only approved project identification signs shall be allowed to weather-proof canvass, tarpaulin or an approved equivalent
be placed on top of temporary project site board-up. material. The banner shall be affixed neatly on the signage
board, with the banner material taut throughout its length.
2.4.3.2 The owner or lessee must keep the project identification,
sign in its best condition, subject for renewal and inspection Fig. 2.4.3.3b:
by ACA every six (6) months or less, as deemed necessary to Blow-up Detail SECTION
ensure that it is free from any damage and deterioration. for Figure 2.4.3.3a
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2.4.3.3 The signage board face shall have a height of 2.4 meters and a
width of 4.8 meters, placed on top of the board-up within
the lease or property line.

2.4.3.4 The project identification signage board shall be a

free-standing pre-painted beige G.I. sheet or approved
equivalent on a structural framework made from 3” diameter

G.I. pipes or approved equivalent.

Fig. 2.4.3.3a: Dimensions and Details of Project ID Signage Board Fig. 2.4.3.4: Free-standing Project ID Signage Board Materials VOLUME 4
above Project Site Board-up
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2.4 Board-up, Fences & Canopies

2.4.4 Temporary Board-up for On-Street and 2.4.4.3 All parts of the on-street or sidewalk board-up must be clean and
Sidewalk Repairs well maintained at all times, devoid of any unauthorized signage
and advertisements, free from grime, chipping and graffiti of any
2.4.4.1 All utility maintenance, improvements & repair work done on kind, from the start of construction up to completion.
streets and sidewalks shall be provided with board-up throughout
construction, to be removed upon completion. 2.4.5 Overhead Street Protection (OSP) or Sidewalk Canopy

2.4.4.2 All temporary board-up for on-street and sidewalk repairs hall be 2.4.5.1 Overhead street protection (OSP) or sidewalk canopy shall be SECTION
built of ribbed G.I sheet or equivalent, subject to the ALI’s or provided by the owner or lessee along the street frontage of his
the ACA’s approval, and shall have a minimum height of project site to provide protection to passing pedestrians. All 2.0
governing safety standards shall be met.
1.20 meters above sidewalk or street grade, and vertical supports
2.4.5.2 The OSP or sidewalk canopy shall be designed with sufficient
at least every 2.40 meters. strength to carry the weight of materials that shall be placed
thereon, with sufficient stability to withstand jarring due to
passing trucks carrying heavy equipment and building materials.

2.4.5.3 The OSP or sidewalk canopy design, its standard dimensions,
construction, and illumination shall follow the ALI or the ACA
standards as seen in Figures 2.4.5 a to e.

Fig. 2.4.4.2a: On-Street or Sidewalk Board-up 2.4.5.4 The OSP or sidewalk canopy shall be made of pre-painted beige
Perspective G.I. sheet on a framework of braces and supports constructed in
accordance with the standard engineering practice.

2.4.5.5 A reflectorized marking of color conforming to ACA shall be
painted on the OSP or sidewalk canopy column supports, base
and pedestal above the curb to ensure that the OSP or sidewalk
canopy is visible to passing vehicles and unwary pedestrians,
especially at night.

2.4.5.6 The OSP or sidewalk canopy shall be maintained at all times free
from construction debris, chipping and impairment of any kind.

2.4.5.7 The overhead street protection or sidewalk canopy shall be

removed by the owner or lessee if and when the same shall stand

Fig. 2.4.4.2b: On-Street or Sidewalk Board-up Elevation in the way of street widening, installation or repair of utilities

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Fig. 2.4.5c: Blow Up Details for Figures 2.4.5a & 2.4.5b

Fig. 2.4.5a: Elevation of Overhead Street Protection (OSP)

Fig. 2.4.5b: Section of Overhead Street Protection

Fig. 2.4.5d: Detail of Overhead Street Protection Canopy VOLUME 4

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2.4.6 Temporary Sidewalks

2.4.6.1 If temporary sidewalks shall be required as per National Building
Code, all temporary safety measures such as signage, queuing
barrier and lightings shall be provided.

2.4.6.2 Where required, the railings shall be of a minimum height of
1.0 meter from the sidewalk or temporary sidewalk and shall
have a maximum tapping rail of 350 millimeters, as the case may SECTION
be, and must be made of 2-inch diameter steel pipe, properly
assembled and painted as necessary with color conforming to the 2.0
ALI or ACA.

Fig. 2.4.6.2: Railings for Temporary Sidewalks

2.4.7 Lighting

2.4.7.1 Board-up, fences or enclosures, overhead street protection or
sidewalk canopy and temporary sidewalks shall be adequately
illuminated with a minimum lux level of 80.

2.4.7.2 All lighting fixtures shall be provided with protective enclosure.

Fig. 2.4.5.e: Detail of Overhead Street Protection Column 2.4.7.3 All lighting fixtures, raceways, wiring, conduit and junction VOLUME 4
boxes shall also be concealed and encased.
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2.5 Demolition

2.5 Demolition 2.5.2.3 Measures to control dust and debris shall be put in place prior to
any demolition.
2.5.1 Utilities Shut-off
2.5.2.4 Where a hazard exists in the area, a protected opening through SECTION
2.5.1.1 All electric, gas, water, steam, sewer, and other service lines which necessary personnel may pass unharmed shall be
shall be shut off, capped, or otherwise controlled, outside the provided. The protected opening shall be built to a height of 2.0
building line before demolition work is started. approximately 2.40 meters.

2.5.1.2 All relevant utility companies and service providers shall be Fig. 2.5.2.4: Protected Opening Height is 2.40 meters
notified in advance of utilities shut-off.
2.5.3 Safety Board-up, Barricades and Canopies
2.5.1.3 The owner or lessee shall submit a certification or notification 2.5.3.1 Prior to demolition works, a board up shall be installed along
to the utility companies and service providers prior to shutting- the perimeter of the building to protect persons and property
off any utilities. The owner or lessee shall furnish the ALI or the that might be affected by the demolition activity.
ACA a copy of the certification or notification.
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protected as necessary. Coordination with the ALI or the ACA
and the relevant utility companies and service providers shall be
the responsibility of the owner or lessee.

2.5.2 Addressing Hazards

2.5.2.1 It shall also be determined if any type of hazardous chemicals,
gases, explosives, flammable materials, or similarly dangerous
substances have been used in any pipes, tanks, or other
equipment on the property. When the presence of any such
substances is apparent or suspected, testing and purging shall be
performed first to eliminate hazard before the start of
demolition.

2.5.2.2 Where a hazard exists from fragmentation of glass, such hazard
shall be totally removed prior to start of demolition.

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2.5 Demolition

2.5.3.2 Safety nets with a minimum height of 6 meters from the topmost
edge of board up with acceptable structural steel support shall be
provided, and must be well maintained at all times up to the
completion of the demolition.

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Fig. 2.5.3.3: Falling debris barricades and warning signs

Fig. 2.5.3.2: Safety nets at 6.00 meters minimum height 2.5.3.4 All floor openings that are not used as material drops, shall be
above board-up covered with heavy-duty platforms substantial enough to support
the weight of expected loads during demolition, including weight
2.5.3.3 When debris is dropped through holes in the floor without the use of personnel, debris and other materials. Such platforms shall be
of chutes, the area onto which the material is dropped shall be properly secured.
completely enclosed with barricades not less than 1.20 meters high
and not less than 2.0 meters back from the projected edge of the 2.5.3.5 Except for the cutting of holes in floors through which materials
opening above. Danger warning signs shall be posted at all affected shall be dropped, placement of chutes if necessary, the preparation
floor levels. Removal of barricades and warning signs shall not be of debris storage space, and similar necessary preparatory work,
permitted until debris handling and transfer is completed. the demolition of exterior walls and floor construction shall begin
at the top of the structure and proceed downward. Each wall and
floor of a storey shall be removed and dropped into the storage
space below before commencing the removal of exterior walls and
floors of the next storey below.

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2.5 Demolition

2.5.3.6 Entrances for necessary personnel into multi-story structures being 2.5.4.4 Access to the floor where the work is in progress shall be through a
demolished shall be completely protected by sidewalk sheds or properly lit, protected, and separate (?) passageway.
canopies, or both. A protective shed or canopy shall be at least
2.40 meters in length measured from the face of the building to the 2.5.5 Chutes
outside access, and shall have a width 0.6 of a meter wider than the
building entrance (0.30 of a meter wider on each side of the 2.5.5.1 No material shall be dropped to any point lying outside the SECTION
entrance opening). The shed or canopy shall be capable of exterior walls of the structure unless the area is effectively
sustaining a load of 150 psf. protected. 2.0

2.5.5.2 Chutes shall be designed and constructed of such strength as to
eliminate failure due to impact of materials or debris loaded
therein.

2.5.5.3 All materials chutes or sections thereof, at an angle of more than
45 deg. from the horizontal, shall be entirely enclosed, except for
openings equipped with closures at or about floor level for the
insertion of materials. The openings shall not exceed 1.2 meters in
height measured along the wall of the chute. At all stories below
the top floor, such openings shall be kept closed when not in use.

Fig. 2.5.3.6: Protective shed or canopy at entrances Fig. 2.5.5.3: Chute dimensions VOLUME 4
to multi-storey structures being demolished
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2.5.4 Means of Access

2.5.4.1 Only those stairways, passageways, and ladders, designated as a
means of access to the structure of a building, shall be used. Other
access ways shall be entirely closed at all times.

2.5.4.2 All designated as means of access shall be periodically inspected and
kept clean and safe to use.

2.5.4.3 In a multistory building, when a stairwell is being used, it shall be
properly illuminated by either natural or artificial means, from the .
floor where the work is in progress to at least two floors below.

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2.5.5.4 Substantial gate shall be installed in each chute at or near the
discharge end. A competent employee shall be assigned to control
the operation of the gate, and the backing and loading of trucks.

2.5.5.5 When operations are not in progress, the area surrounding the
discharge end of a chute shall be securely closed off.

2.5.5.6 Any chute opening, into which workmen dump debris, shall be SECTION
protected by a substantial guardrail approximately 1.0 meter above
the floor or other surface on which the men stand to dump the 2.0
material. Any space between the chute and the edge of openings in
the floors through which it passes shall be solidly covered over.

Fig. 2.5.5.7: Toe board at chute opening

2.5.6 Removal of Materials through Floor Openings

2.5.6.1 Any openings cut in a floor for the disposal of materials shall be no
larger in size that 25% of the aggregate of the total floor area, unless
the lateral supports of the removed flooring remain in place. Floors
weakened or otherwise made unsafe by demolition operations shall
be shored to carry safely the intended imposed load from
demolition operations.

2.5.7 Removal of Walls, Masonry Sections and Chimneys

Fig. 2.5.5.6: Guard rail at chute opening 2.5.7.1 Masonry walls, or other sections of masonry, shall not be permitted
to fall upon the floors of the building in such masses as to exceed
the safe carrying capacities of the floors.

2.5.5.7 Where the material is dumped from mechanical equipment or 2.5.7.2 No wall section, which is more than one story in height, shall be
wheelbarrows, a securely attached toe board or bumper, not less
than 100 millimeters thick and 150 millimeters high, shall be permitted to stand alone without lateral bracing, unless such wall
provided at each chute opening.
was originally designed and constructed to stand without such

lateral support, and is in a condition safe enough to be

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2.5 Demolition

2.5.7.3 Employees shall not be permitted to work on the top of a wall 2.5.7.8 In buildings of "skeleton-steel" construction, the steel framing
when weather conditions constitute a hazard. may be left in place during the demolition of masonry. Where
this is done, all steel beams, girders, and similar structural
2.5.7.4 Walls, which are to serve as retaining walls against which debris supports shall be cleared of all loose material as the masonry
shall be piled, shall not be so used unless capable of safely demolition progresses downward.
supporting the imposed load.

2.5.7.5 Walls, which serve as retaining walls to support earth or adjoining 2.5.7.9 Walkways or ladders shall be provided to enable employees to SECTION
structures, shall not be demolished until such earth has been safely reach or leave any scaffold or wall.
properly braced or adjoining structures have been properly 2.0
underpinned.
2.5.8 Manual Removal of Floors

2.5.7.6 Structural or load-supporting members on any floor shall not be 2.5.8.1 Openings cut in a floor shall extend the full span of the floor arch
cut or removed until all stories above such a floor have been in between supports.
demolished and removed. This provision shall not prohibit the
cutting of floor beams for the disposal of materials or for the 2.5.8.2 Before demolishing a floor arch, debris and other unnecessary
installation of equipment; provided that, the building code materials shall be removed from such arch and from the area at
requirements are met. least 0.60 of a meter from said floor arch.

2.5.7.7 Floor openings within 3.0 meters of any wall being demolished 2.5.8.3 Wood planks not less than 50 millimeters by 250 millimeters in
shall be planked solid, except when employees are kept out of the cross section, full size undressed, or metal planks of equivalent
area below. strength, shall be provided for use by personnel to stand on while
breaking down floor arches between beams. Such planks shall be
located so as to provide a safe support for the workmen should
the arch between the beams collapse.

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2.5.8.4 Planks shall be laid together over solid bearings with the ends
overlapping at least 300 millimeters. The open space between
planks shall not exceed 400 millimeters.

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Fig. 2.5.8.4: Planks cross section and placement Fig. 2.5.8.6: Safe walkways made of planks

2.5.8.5 Stringers of ample strength shall be installed to support the 2.5.8.7 When floor arches are being removed, employees shall not be
flooring planks, and the ends of such stringers shall be supported allowed in the area directly underneath, and such an area shall be
by floor beams or girders, and not by floor arches alone. barricaded to prevent access to it.

2.5.8.6 Safe walkways, not less than 450 millimeters wide, shall be 2.5.9 Removal of Walls, Floors and Materials using
provided for use by workmen when necessary to reach any point Mechanical Equipment
without walking on exposed beams. Safe walkways shall be built
from wood planks not less than 50 millimeters thick, or from 2.5.9.1 Mechanical equipment shall not be used on floors or working
metal planks of equivalent strength. surfaces unless such floors or surfaces are of sufficient strength to
support the imposed load of the mechanical equipment.

2.5.9.2 Floor openings shall have curbs or stop-logs to prevent mechanical
equipment from running over the edge.

2.5.9.3 Mechanical equipment used shall meet standard requirements.

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2.5 Demolition

2.5.10 Storage 2.5.10.5 Storage space into which material is dumped shall be blocked off,
except for openings necessary for the removal of debris material.
2.5.10.1 The load of stored waste material and debris on any floor shall not Such openings shall be kept closed at all times when debris material
exceed the allowable floor load. is not being removed.

2.5.10.2 In buildings with wooden floor construction, the flooring boards 2.5.10.6 Only designated dumping yards or areas intended for temporary SECTION
may be removed from not more than one floor above grade to dumping of debris shall be allowed to be used for such purpose.
provide storage space for debris; provided that, falling material is In no case shall a temporary dumping yard be located outside the 2.0
not permitted to endanger the stability of the structure.
building area. A dumping yard outside the building area may be
2.5.10.3 When wood floor beams serve to brace interior walls or
free-standing exterior walls, such beams shall be left in place until granted by the ALI or the ACA, subject to the availability of a
other equivalent support can be installed to replace them.
properly located space.
2.5.10.4 Floor arches, to an elevation of not more than 7.5 meters above
grade, may be removed to provide storage area for debris; 2.5.11 Removal of Steel Construction
provided that, such removal does not endanger the stability of the
structure. 2.5.11.1 When floor arches have been removed, planking shall be provided
for the workers engaged in razing the steel framing.

2.5.11.2 Cranes, derricks, and other hoisting equipment used shall meet the
standard requirements.

2.5.11.3 Steel construction shall be dismantled, column length by column
length, and tier by tier (columns shall be in two-story lengths).

2.5.11.4 Any structural member being dismembered shall not be
overstressed.

Fig. 2.5.10.4: Floor arches 7.5 meters above grade 2.5.12 Mechanical Demolition
removed for debris storage
2.5.12.1 No workers shall be permitted in any area, which can be adversely
affected by demolition operations, when balling or clamming is
being performed. Only those workers necessary for the
performance of the operations shall be permitted in this area at any
time.

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2.6 Site Security and Safety

2.5.12.2 The weight of the demolition ball shall not exceed 50 percent of 2.6 Site Security and Safety
the crane's rated load, based on the length of the boom and the
maximum angle of operation at which the demolition ball shall be 2.6.1 Security of each building site either leased or owned is the
used, or it shall not exceed 25 percent of the nominal breaking responsibility of individual contractors and developers acting on behalf
strength of the line by which it is suspended, whichever results in a of the owner or lessee. For ease of coordination, use the same
smaller value. security group servicing the Estate Management Group.

2.5.12.3 The crane boom and load line shall be as short as possible. 2.6.2 The ALI or the ACA shall not be responsible for any loss of property SECTION
within any private lot.
2.5.12.4 The ball shall be attached to the load line with a swivel-type 2.0
connection to prevent twisting of the load line, and shall be
attached so that the weight cannot become accidentally 2.6.3 The owner or lessee, his developers, contractors and sub-contractors,
disconnected. must follow the Design Standards and Guidelines of the Safety
Organization of the Philippines (SOPI) and the National Building
2.5.12.5 When pulling over walls or portions thereof, all steel members Code.
affected shall have been previously cut free.

2.5.12.6 All roof cornices or other such ornamental stonework shall be 2.6.4 The owner or lessee must provide the ALI or the ACA with a copy of
removed prior to pulling walls over. their safety policy, their safety personnel organization, and their
arrangements for implementing the policy prior to the
2.5.12.7 Throughout the demolition, continuous inspections by a duly commencement of construction works on site.
authorized demolitions inspector shall be undertaken to detect
hazards resulting from weakened or deteriorated floors, walls, or 2.6.5 The owner or lessee must conform with all Philippine Government
loosened material. No employee shall be permitted to work where regulations, and the ALI or the ACA environmental policy and
such hazards exist until they are corrected by shoring, bracing, or comply with the requirements of its aims regarding good neighbor
other effective means. policy and environmental degradation control. Any environmental
incidents shall be reported to the ALI or the ACA.

2.5.12.8 All other implementing guidelines on work standards and safety
other than mentioned above shall be applicable and enforceable.
Violations of any of the policies and standards shall be dealt with
accordingly either by suspension or revocation of demolition
permit and forfeiture of deposits and/or bonds without prejudice
to filing a case against the owner or lessee, should any damage to
property or person occur as a result of non-compliance to
guidelines and/or negligence on the part of the owner or lessee.

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2.7 Site Hoarding, Excavation & Dewatering

2.7 Site Hoarding, Excavation & Dewatering 2.7.3 Dewatering

2.7.1 Site Hoarding 2.7.3.1 Ground water removed during excavation shall be pumped
directly into storm water drains.
2.7.1.1 All site hoarding structures and fences shall be neatly constructed, SECTION
built-up from metal sheets, and shall follow the ALI or the ACA 2.7.3.2 At no instance shall ground water be permitted to drain onto
approved designs for board up, fences or enclosures. streets and other common areas within the Ayala Center. 2.0

2.7.1.2 All hoarding structures outside the project site and visible from 2.7.3.3 No pumping of water to other areas within the project shall be
permitted.
outside the project site premises, shall be marked clearly with a
2.7.3.4 The actual discharge point of the ground water shall be agreed
continuous color band, indicating the nature of substances upon by the ALI or the ACA and the owner or lessee prior to
contained in the hoarding structures, i.e. whether “hazardous” or commencement of the work.
“non-hazardous”.

2.7.1.3 Lighting shall be provided at 5 meter intervals on all hoarding 2.8 Emergency Plans
structures within the Ayala Center overall site.

2.8.1 Prior to the commencement of any work on site, the owner or lessee
must submit to the ALI a written plan to handle emergencies. This
2.7.2 Excavation plan must be posted in the work place and must address the following
areas:
2.7.2.1 The owner or lessee shall provide adequate erosion protection
and shoring prior to any excavation works. 2.8.1.1 Safe shutdown of all work activities.

2.7.2.2 Excavated earth, debris, and spoils of whatever nature must be 2.8.1.2 Detailed instructions for the notification of the proper
stored on site and removed only during designated times by the representatives and authorities (including phone numbers).
ALI or the ACA, to limit hauling trucks on the road at the same
time, and to meet city regulations. 2.8.1.3 Listing of individuals responsible for the organization and control
of emergency conditions.

2.7.2.3 The owner or lessee shall be responsible for providing a location 2.8.1.4 Typhoon precautions and procedures.
outside the Ayala Center where all spoils from the excavation
shall be delivered and stored. 2.8.1.5 Designated point person in times of emergency.

2.8.1.6 Communication plan to ensure that all site personnel are aware of
the correct response in case of an emergency.

2.8.1.7 Notice to all contractors and sub-contractors that they must
provide their employees with ID tags to be worn at all times.

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2.9 Protection of Adjacent Areas

2.8.2 All accidents and incidents occurring on site must be reported by the 2.9.3 Protection of Existing Roads
2.8.3 owner or lessee to the ALI or the ACA and the appropriate
2.8.4 government authorities immediately. The owner or lessee shall 2.9.3.1 The owner or lessee shall first secure a clearance or written SECTION
complete an interim Incident Report Form for each accident and 2.9.3.2 permission from the ALI or the ACA to demolish or remove
incident. A copy of the full report must be given to the ALI or the existing road pavement, sidewalk pavement, curbs and gutters, 2.0
ACA within 24 hours of the accident and incident. and any hardscape along roadways. Upon approval by the ALI or
the ACA, a restoration bond shall be posted by the owner or
All accidents and incidents which occur on site shall be investigated by lessee.
the owner or lessee concerned. The investigation shall cover what
went wrong and ways in which work practices can be improved to It shall be the owner’s or lessee’s responsibility through his
avoid such an accident and incident in the future. In all major nominated contractor, to restore all structures damaged during
investigations, a representative of the ALI or the ACA and appropriate the construction and demolition period, including repair of
government authorities shall be present. damaged utility lines.

Major incidents or fatalities shall result in the ALI or the ACA 2.9.3.3 If the owner or lessee fails to undertake the restoration, such
requiring the owner or lessee to close the site. restoration and rectification works shall be done by the ALI or the
ACA, with all costs incurred during the restoration and
rectification to be charged to the owner or lessee.

2.9 Protection of Adjacent Areas—Lots, 2.9.3.4 The owner or shall be charged the direct cost of the restoration
Existing Roads and Landscape and rectification works, (the actual receipts shall be attached to
the Statement of Account), an additional 10% of direct costs to
2.9.1 Protection of Adjacent Lots cover supervision by the ALI or the ACA, plus the penalty
corresponding to the violation committed by the owner or lessee.
2.9.1.1 The owner or lessee must ensure protection of adjacent lots and Payment shall be made by the owner or lessee to the ALI or the
properties from any adverse impact resulting from his ACA.
construction works, including demolition activities.

2.9.4 Protection of Existing Landscape

2.9.2 Protection of Vehicular & Pedestrian Circulation 2.9.4.1 Cutting of trees and removal of existing flora are strictly
within the Premises prohibited unless otherwise permitted by the ALI or the ACA
with prior written approval from the relevant government
2.9.2.1 The owner or lessee shall provide protection for vehicular and agencies and local authorities.
pedestrian circulation within the premises of the project site, as
deemed necessary by the ALI or the ACA. 2.9.4.2 If a tree is to be cut or torn down, it shall be replaced with the

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2.10 Traffic Control

2.9.4.2 The owner or lessee shall take all necessary measures to protect 2.10.2.3 It is the sole responsibility of the owner or lessee to inform the
existing landscape adjacent to the project site. In case such ALI or the ACA of any proposed re-routing and road closures at
greeneries and plants are damaged due to negligence, it shall be least two (2) weeks before the intended date, and obtain written
the sole responsibility of the owner or lessee to replace the approval from the ALI or the ACA, and other relevant agencies.
damaged greeneries and plants with the same species.
2.10.2.4 The owner or lessee must submit a traffic control , re-routing or
2.9.4.3 If the owner or lessee fails to replace cut trees and damaged flora road closure plan. The plan shall contain the following:

according to the relevant implementing rules and regulations of 2.10.2.4.1 Proposed traffic re-routing or road closure SECTION
2.10.2.4.2 Schedule of re-routing or closure including date and
national and local government authorities, the ALI or the ACA 2.0
duration
shall undertake the replacement, the cost of which shall be 2.10.2.4.3 Traffic personnel to be assigned
charged to the owner or lessee and deducted from the owner’s or 2.10.2.4.4 Traffic signs and safety tools and equipment to be used
lessee’s Construction Guaranty Deposit. 2.10.2.4.5 Layout showing placement of such signs, safety tools and

2.10 Traffic Control equipment (during both the daytime and night time if
applicable)
2.10.1 Coordination with the ALI or the ACA
2.10.2.5 Upon approval of the traffic re-routing or road closure plan, the
2.10.1.1 Any activities that shall have an impact on traffic must be owner or lessee, through his Contractor, shall provide the
coordinated with the ALI or the ACA at least ten (10) days prior necessary signs to notify the public at least ten (10) days prior to
to implementation. All necessary announcements or public the scheduled re-routing or road closure.
advisories must be provided by the owner or lessee at least ten
(10) days prior to the activity to properly inform all locators and 2.10.3 Use of Other Lots for Traffic Control
merchants within the Ayala Center.
2.10.2.1 All owners or lessees, through his Contractor, shall coordinate
with the ALI or the ACA if they intend to use perimeter lots and
adjacent lots within the Ayala Center for traffic control purposes.

2.10.2 Traffic Re-routing or Road Closure Plan 2.10.4 Private Vehicles Parking

2.10.2.1 During periods where extensive construction deliveries are 2.10.4.1 Private vehicles shall not be permitted to enter the project site
anticipated, delivery vehicles shall be assigned different routes and unless a designated parking space has been provided within the
delivery schedules to avoid traffic congestion. Continuous loading project site.
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non-peak traffic hours and after mall hours so as not to intervene
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2.11 Safety Nets and Catch Boards

2.11 Safety Nets and Catch Boards 2.12 Obstruction-free Streets & Sidewalks

2.11.1 Buildings that abut or front a street and are six (6) storeys and higher 2.12.1 Storing and Dumping of Materials
shall have a minimum of two (2) layers of green safety nets wrapped
around all corners of the entire building to protect workers and to 2.12.1.1 During construction, all materials, waste, litter and the like
protect the street below from falling debris and accidental splatter of must be stored within an enclosed area within the project site so
materials. Safety nets shall be installed 0.70 of a meter away from the as not to be exposed to public view. The access door to this SECTION
outermost face of the building. enclosed area shall be closed at all the times, except during the
scheduled hauling and storing of materials into this area. 2.0
2.11.2 A catch board shall also be provided every six (6) levels to prevent
spillage and unnecessary outbound of debris and materials coming 2.12.1.2 Storing and dumping of construction materials, such as lumber,
from the higher portions of the construction. hollow blocks, gravel and sand, the stockpiling of excavated
materials, scrap or excess materials, garbage or litter shall be
strictly prohibited on the following areas:

2.12.1.2.1 Streets

2.12.1.2.2 Sidewalks

2.12.1.2.3 Walkways

2.12.1.2.4 Neighboring Lots

2.12.1.3 All other waste or discarded materials shall be properly
segregated by type of waste (plastic, non-degradable, paper or
degradable, recyclables) placed in their respective trash bags,
and properly disposed of.

2.12.1.4 Regular hauling of stockpile, waste, excess and scrap materials
must be undertaken by the owner or lessee.

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2.13 Work Limitations & Stoppage

2.12.2 Construction work on streets and sidewalks 2.13.2.2 Proper coordination is mandatory to prevent such conflicts with
the ACA or the ALI Security and nearby residential
2.12.2.1 Making use of sidewalks as work areas to mix mortar, concrete communities.
or similar materials, as well as to do carpentry or any sort of
fabrication, is not allowed. 2.13.3 Work Stoppage

2.12.2.2 The owner or lessee shall maintain a regular cleaning crew to 2.13.3.1 The ALI or the ACA reserve the right to stop construction when
maintain the adjacent streets and sidewalks clean and free from
debris, spilled concrete, dust or mud of any kind. the situation warrants in order to protect the general interest and SECTION

welfare of residents. 2.0

2.13 Work L im it ations & Stoppa g e 2.14 Cons tr uc tion Per s onnel a nd Worke r s

2.13.1 Construction Hours 2.14.1 Washing or Bathing away from public view

2.13.1.1 Excavation, construction, renovation, and demolition works 2.14.1.1 In project sites or construction sites ,workers shall wash or bathe
shall only be allowed between 7:00 AM to 10:00 PM. in enclosed designated areas away from public view. The ALI or
the ACA shall call the attention of violators and impose fines on
2.13.1.2 Only in very exceptional cases shall a contractor be allowed to habitual offenders.
deviate from the above-given schedule and only with the written
consent of the ALI or the ACA. 2.14.1.2 All workers shall be properly dressed.

2.13.1.3 Violators who are found to be a security risk shall be 2.14.2 Unnecessary Noise
apprehended by Estate Management Security.
2.14.2.1 In the performance of duties on site, workers and personnel must
2.13.2 Limited Work near Residential Areas observe order and shall refrain from creating unnecessary noise
and engaging in disruptive or rowdy behavior.
2.13.2.1 Heavy hammering, pounding or construction works causing
excessive noise near residential areas and condominiums shall not
be allowed on Friday nights, Saturdays, Sundays, Holidays, and 2.14.3 Vices
at night time beyond the specified working hours.
2.14.3.1 Drinking of alcohol, gambling, and keeping intoxicating liquor
2.13.2.2 Construction personnel and workers shall not litter the streets within the project site or construction site is strictly prohibited.
within the Ayala Center. Violators shall be penalized accordingly.

2.13.2.3 Violators shall be warned and cited accordingly. If they persist, 2.14.4 Vandalism
work shall be stopped and a penalty imposed. 2.14.4.1 Anyone caught vandalizing shall be penalized accordingly.

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2.15 Occupation Health and Safety

2.15 Occupation Health and Safety 2.15.3.3 The Contractor shall make every effort to ensure that all workers
and personnel at his project site or construction site are not
2.15.1 Occupational Health & Safety Policy 2.15.3.4 subjected to any injuries as a result of work done within the Ayala
2.15.3.5 Center.
2.15.1.1 The ALI or the ACA shall implement an Occupational Safety and
Health Policy to ensure that all construction workers and The Contractor is responsible to ensure that all his sub-
personnel have a safe workplace environment and are given the
proper tools and equipment to perform their duties. contractors adhere to the requirements specified herein. SECTION

2 . 0The Contractor shall be allowed to factor into his tender price the

cost of ensuring conformance with all Occupational Health and

Safety standards and regulations.

2.15.2 Labor Laws and Regulations

2.15.2.1 The latest editions of applicable government acts, regulations 2.15.4 Safety Officer or Supervisor
laws and codes shall be followed, including any required licensing
of workers, inspections and certification of equipment. These 2.15.4.1 The Contractor shall nominate a full time safety officer who shall
include, but are not limited to the following:
be responsible for safe working practices throughout the
2.15.2.1.1 Labor Code of the Philippines
construction. The safety officer or supervisor shall report
directly to the Contractor’s senior manager on site.

2.15.2.1.2 Occupational Health and Safety Act

2.15.2.1.3 DOLE Bureau of Working Conditions Standards 2.15.5 Safety Meeting & Worker Training

2.15.2.1.4 National Building Code 2.15.5.1 Prior to the start of construction, the owner or lessee and his
project management team and contractors, shall have a Safety
2.15.3 Workers’ Safety part of Contractor’s Responsibility Meeting with the designated estate manager to discuss pertinent
matters stated in these Construction Standards and Guidelines.

2.15.3.1 The Contractor agrees to accept responsibility for the health and 2.15.5.2 Pre-safety meeting education shall be conducted for all employees
2.15.3.2 safety of his workers and subcontractor’s workers at the project and or group of employees prior to the start of any work. The
site or construction site in accordance with the standards under owner or lessee must ensure that all staff and construction
the Ayala Center Occupational Health and Safety Policy. workers and personnel are suitably trained in proper work
procedures, safety and health regulations pertaining to individual
It is the Contractor’s responsibility to keep the work area free duties and responsibilities, and accident prevention.
from any danger or hazards which could adversely affect the
health and safety of workers. 2.15.5.3 The safety officer or supervisor shall provide the necessary
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