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05 Project Management and Engineering input for cemeteries in Dr. Beyers Naude Municipality The towns of Graaff-Reinet and Aberdeen, both within the Dr. Beyers Naude Municipality (formerly Camdeboo Municipality), were in dire need of new cemeteries as the existing cemeteries are full. The project was initially implemented in–house by the Community Services Directorate at the Municipality. Bosch Projects Port Elizabeth was subsequently appointed by the Municipality to take this process over and to provide project and construction management services for the installation of infrastructure at the two cemeteries on behalf of the Municipality. • The setting out of works A major requirement was to employ labour intensive construction methods using labour from the local communities, as per EPWP principles and guidelines, as far as possible. • Construction supervision and managemen t. Due to budgetary constraints and outstanding authorisation from DEDEA, only the Graaff-Reinet cemetery was implemented. • Town planning input • Preparation of drainage plans for DEDEA approval • The appointment of a Health and Safety Agent to prepare a site specific H & S Plan, baseline risk assessments, medical certification and monthly audits • Liaison with the Environmental Control Officer to ensure compliance with the ROD during the construction stage The Graaff-Reinet cemetery was officially opened during a ceremony hosted by the Mayor of Dr. Beyers Naude Municipality on 2 August 2016. Lourens Streicher - [email protected] The scope of works included the following: • Design of required infrastructure (watermains, irrigation system, access road, fencing, sanitation facilities and solar heating solution for the caretaker’s house • Taking over the employment and remuneration of appointed local labour • The procurement of materials and plant Planting of shade trees Construction of fencing and entrance gate Installation of water supply line underway