Description of the works (Scope):

• Deconstruct existing asbestos canopy.
• Replacement of the canopy columns, with new ground bearing concrete foundations.
• Install new timber roof with an EPDM roof covering.
• New guttering and downpipes.
• Install new drainage run.
• Re-lay tactile lines.
• New valance around the perimeter.
• Modify existing transverse restraint members
• New tarmac surface.

Difficulties Overcome /Heath & Safety:

There were considerable station platform works to complete within each 42hr weekend which meant having multiple teams in at the same time, this was overcome by holding whiteboard meetings prior to the works and mini whiteboard meetings at the start of each shift to ensure works were deconflicted throughout the project, this ensured that the station platform reopened on time and remained in use during midweeks.

This was compounded with Storm Darragh which slowed the working process; however, we carried out additional toolbox talks regarding working at height and weather conditions to ensure safe working practises were followed and wind measuring was continually taken to ensure that NFRC rules were not broken; and also carried out some works during the week off site such as painting timbers and posts and predrilling posts.

All the cables that were part of the existing canopy and that ran through the platform were located, highlighted on the ground and on the drawing and protected during the works if part of an open excavation.  No damage was caused to assets or cables during the project.

Positive / Notable Actions:

• Great collaboration with our clients and end user to ensure programme and targets hit.
• On site decisions made in relation to flawed design in areas and obstructions.

Value:

Due to the remote area of these works we used our own inhouse local team members as well as sourcing local labour and specialist contracts (Asbestos removal and EPDM roofers).  This equated to 85% of the workforce being classed as local labour and reduced the travel and hotel costs as well and the carbon footprint for the project.