CLIENT PROJECT MANAGEMENT TEAM CONSULTANT MAIN CONTRACTOR

Doc. Name: METHOD STATEMENT FOR INSTALLATION OF CABLE TRAYS

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Doc. No.: RNZ-KAA-EWP-E-ELEC-MS-0079 Date Issued: 12 March 2020

STC ADMIN CAR PARK BUILDING PROJECT

EASTERN P-1
Riyadh, K.S.A.

METHOD STATEMENT FOR INSTALLATION OF CABLE TRAYS

00 12 March 2020
METHOD
STATEMENT FOR
01 INSTALLATION OF
CABLE TRAYS
02

03
REV. DATE DESCRIPTION PREPARED BY CHECKED BY APPROVED BY
CONSTRUCTION PROJECT

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MANAGER RNZ
MANAGER
INSTALLATION OF
00 12 March 2020 CABLE TRAYS QASIM IJAZ ENG.VEDAT
KHALID MKHTALI

1. Table of Content

Section No. Title Page

1.0 Table of Content 2

2.0 Introduction (Purpose) 3

3.0 Scope 3

4.0 References 3

5.0 Materials 3

6.0 Resources 3

7.0 Responsible / Responsibilities 4

8.0 Work Procedure 6

9.0 Health Safety, Environment & Security 8

10.0 Welfare 15

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2. Introduction (Purpose)
2.1 The purpose of this Work Method Statement is to outline and describe in detail the
procedure that will be followed during installation of Cable Trays. Inform all the
concerned supervisors including workers the value and importance of this activity prior
to implementation. This activity should be performed with strict compliance and
implementation of Safety Requirements; Procedure and project specifications to
complete the project with best quality outcome.

3. Scope
3.1 This method statement shows and explains the procedure must be followed to
install the Cable Trays.

4. References

4.1 Approved Electrical Shop Drawing

4.2 Approved Material Submittal for Cable Trays
4.3 IEC Code IEC 60364 Electrical Installations for Buildings

5. Materials
5.1 Cable trays and accessories as per approved material/drawings.

6. Resources

6.1 Construction Tools &Equipment

The equipments that will be engaged for Installation of Cable Trays and Trunking works will
be as follows:

 Wire cutters

 Measuring tape

 Drill machine

 Flat file

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 Screw drivers

 Open and box spanners

6.2 Manpower
• Construction Manager
• Project Engineer/ Site Engineer
• Foreman
• Safety officer
• Electricians
• Skilled and unskilled labors

7. Responsible / Responsibilities

Construction Manager/Project Manager

 CM/PM is overall responsible for the implementation of this Method
Statement.

 Co-ordinate with the Consultant, Project Manager, Site Engineer, Safety

Engineer and sub-contractor for the safe and proper execution of the work.

 Specific attention to all safety measure and quality control in coordination

with safety engineer and QC engineer and in line with HSE plan and Quality
plan

Site Engineer

 To ensure that the works are carried out according to the Contract
Specifications, approved method statement and the shop drawings.

 To provide all necessary information and distribute responsibilities to his

construction team.

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 To monitor the progress of work in relation with the work program and to
report to the Project Manager.

 To co-ordinate with the safety officer and to ensure that the works are carried
out in safe practising methods.

- Safety Engineer

 Ensure the implementation of all safety measures in accordance with the HSE
plan and everybody aware of it for its proper implementation.

 Ensure all the implemented safety measures are adequate to maintain the safe
working on the site

 Inspect all the site activities and train the persons to prevent accidents and its
proper reporting to the project manager and the client.

 Ensure that the site is maintained clean and tidy

- Foreman

 The foreman will carry out his duties by maintaining continuous coordination
with the site engineer on daily basis, and ensure proper distribution of the
workforce in the required and planned locations.

 To ensure that his assistant foreman/ charge hand are aware of the job
requirements and they have enough information to carry out their duties
properly.

 To ensure in consultation with the site engineer that the manpower involved in
the works are moving as agreed and planned for the work.

 To ensure that the daily work is progressing as planned and advise the site
engineer of any requirement for additional resources. To control disposal of
waste materials according to the instructions received from the site engineer.

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 To ensure full coordination with the safety officer to maintain safe working
and proper house keeping of the site, following the approved safety measures
and further ensure that all his working team are aware of the same to prevent
accident and losses.

 To inform the site engineer and of the areas ready for inspection.

 Distribution and the control of material shall be monitored by foreman and

store keeper.

8. Work Procedure

 Material: Material used will be as approved by the engineer. The sizes and
routes routing will be as per the approved shop drawings

 Storage and Protection: Deliver components parts to site, completely

identified in accordance with shop and certified drawings prepared for this
work. Store in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions, above ground,
properly protected from the weather and construction activities.

 To make sure that the entire installation is in conformance and in accordance

with the design intent of the project for the Electrical and Low Voltage System
in addition to the specification and as per approved shop drawings and comply
with Local and International Standards.

 Adhere to the drawings as closely as possible. The right is reserved to vary the
runs and sizes of Cable Trays / Trunking and to make offsets but maintain as
far as possible the free area of each duct work section, where necessary to
accommodate conditions arising at the building.

 Before beginning installation in any area, examine all parts of the adjoining
work onto which applicable work is to be placed. Should any condition be
found which will prevent the proper execution of the work, installation shall
not proceed in that area until such conditions are corrected by the contractor.

 Cable Tray / Trunking shall be stored on site under cover in dry, well
ventilated storage facilities.

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 Where sizes of Cable Trays / Trunking are not detailed on drawing then tray
shall be adequately sized to support the cables without bunching and a reserve
margin shall be allowed in size and weight be loaded.

 All routes are chosen to allow ease of access to all cables when installed. All
horizontal cables are to be set around all vertical rising services as necessary.
Ensure sufficient clearance from soffit for every installation.

 Earth continuity conductors shall be provided across gaps in all Cable Tray /
Trunking runs and bolted connections.

 Support shall be by means of steel brackets installed at intervals necessary to

provide a rigid fixing. Treatment of cut edges as per cut edges to be included.
Supports for Tray / Trunking (spacing) shall be as per standard practice and
manufacturer's recommendations.

 Additional support shall be provided where the Cable Tray / Trunking changes
direction or cables drop out of the cable tray. Dome headed bolts, nuts and
washers of finish suitable to the tray shall be used between trays.

 Suspension sets comprise threaded hanger rods together with nuts and locking
washers, supports channel hold down clips all of which shall have a
galvanized finish. Any cut ends supports, rods, etc, must be corrosion
protected by use of galvanized or equal. No extended rods to be left.

 All cable shall be securely fixed to the tray, work and the complete installation
must be carried out in a neat and workman like manner without crossovers.

 Cables on face-up horizontally fixed tray must be secured by use of the tie
wraps where not in view.

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9. Health Safety, Environment & Security

9.1 Health
 The HSE Manager shall ensure supervision of all HSE aspects
relating to the works described under this method statement.
 HSE induction training is mandatory to all personnel before
commencing the job.
 HSE plan is implemented and notable presence of suitable toilets, rest
area, meal quarters and cold water is in designated areas throughout
the site.
 Proper housekeeping is done on a daily basis and ensure Foreign
Object Debris FOD is fully controlled.
 Ensure safety supervision shall be available all the time including out
of normal working hours while activity being carried out.
 Appropriate PPE shall be worn at all times while working on site and
the places identified as PPE required zones.
 Permit to Work system shall be implemented and ensure the same is
followed and work permits as stipulated by the RNZ shall be
obtained prior to commencement of any activity.
 Toolbox discussing the hazards and risks involved in the task shall be
discussed ensuring adequate precautions being taken.
 All plants and equipment deployed on site shall be thoroughly
inspected and ensure third-party certification including operators are
complied with where required.
 Ensure adequate signs are posted in appropriate locations on work
site.
 Housekeeping shall be given prime importance and shall be carried
out on a regular basis and ensure chances of Foreign Object Debris
(FOD) is fully controlled.

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9.2 Electrical Safety Work Plan

This safety procedure provides guidelines for safely working around

electrical hazards. It includes provisions for requirements, and specific
types of work practices and the required precautionary practices when
using portable electric equipment.

Qualified Person
Those persons who are permitted to work on or near exposed energized
parts and are trained in the applicable electrical safe work practices.

Qualified persons shall, at a minimum, be trained in and familiar with:

1. the skills and techniques necessary to distinguish exposed live parts

from other parts of electric equipment,
2. the skills and techniques necessary to determine the nominal voltage of
exposed live parts, and

All electrical energy sources must be locked out when any employee is
exposed to direct or indirect contact with parts of fixed electrical
equipment or circuits.

Safety related work practices will be used to prevent electric shock or

other injuries resulting from either direct or indirect electrical contacts.
Safety related work practices will be consistent with the nature and
extent of the associated electrical hazards.

Specific types of work practices covered by this safety procedure

include:

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1. Working with de-energized parts

2. Working with energized parts

3. Illumination

4. Conductive materials and equipment

5. Portable Ladders

6. Housekeeping
Portable Equipment
All portable electric equipment will be handled in such a manner that
will not damage or reduce service life. Flexible cords connected to
equipment may not be used for raising or lowering equipment and will
not be used if damage to the outer insulation is present. Additionally,
visual inspections are required and unauthorized alterations of the
grounding protection are not allowed to ensure the safety of
employees. Prior to each shift, a visual inspection will be performed
for external defects and for possible internal damage. Attachment plugs
and receptacles may not be connected or altered in a manner that
would prevent proper continuity of the equipment grounding
conductor. In addition, these devices may not be altered to allow the
grounding pole of a plug to be inserted into slots intended for
connection to the current-carrying conductors.

Portable electric equipment and flexible cords used in highly

conductive work locations or in job locations where employees are
likely to contact water or conductive liquids shall be approved by the

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manufacturer for those locations. The hazardous locations that

employees should be aware of include, wet locations and locations
where combustible or flammable atmospheres are present.

For wet locations, employees' hands will not be wet when plugging
and unplugging energized equipment. Energized plug and receptacle
connections will be handled only with protective equipment if the
condition could provide a conductive path to the employee's hand (if,
for example, a cord connector is wet from being immersed in water).

For combustible/flammable atmospheres, all electric equipment and

wiring systems in classified locations must meet The National Electric
Code requirements for that particular classification.

Protective Equipment
Employees working in confined areas such as electrical vaults or any
other area where there are potential electrical hazards will be provided
with and use protective equipment that is appropriate for the work to
be performed.

Examples of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) that might be

needed for protection against electric shock include but are not limited
to:

1. Nonconductive hard-hats, gloves, and foot protection or insulating

mats

2. Eye and face protection whenever there is danger from electric arcs or
flashes

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3. Insulated tools or handling equipment

4. Protective shields and barriers to protect against electrical shock and

burns

Additionally, other ways of protecting employees from the hazards of

electrical shock will be implemented, including insulation and
guarding of live parts. The insulation must be appropriate for the
voltage and the insulating material must be undamaged, clean, and dry.
Guarding prevents the employee from coming too close to energized
parts. It can be in the form of a physical barricade or it can be provided
by installing the live parts out of reach from the working surface.

Conductive Materials and Equipment

Conductive materials and equipment (e.g., hand tools) will be handled
to prevent contact with exposed energized conductors or circuit parts.
Conductive articles of jewelry and clothing (such as watch bands,
bracelets, rings, key chains, necklaces, metalized aprons, cloth with
conductive thread, or metal headgear) will not be worn.

De-energized Parts
All electrical parts exceeding 50 volts will be de-energized before an
employee works on or near equipment unless:

1. The de-energizing creates a more hazardous situation

2. The equipment, by design, cannot be shut down

3. The decision to work without de-energizing shall be made by

management and documented before work begins

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When any employee is exposed to direct or indirect contact with parts

of fixed electrical equipment or circuits that have been de-energized,
the electrical energy source will be locked out.

Energized Parts
If work must be performed while equipment is energized or if de-
energizing is not feasible, additional safety measures will be taken to
ensure the safety of the qualified employee and any other persons who
may be exposed. Protection from energized parts will be suitable for
the type of hazard involved. Exposed energized parts in areas
accessible to the public shall be continuously protected by an
authorized attendant. In areas not accessible to the public, employees
shall be protected from exposed energized parts by the use of signs or
tags. In addition to signs or tags, barricades shall be used where
necessary to limit access to areas with exposed energized parts.

Only Qualified persons will be allowed to perform work directly on

energized parts or equipment. Qualified persons will be capable of
working safely on energized circuits and will be familiar with special
precautionary techniques, personal protective equipment, insulating
and shielding materials and insulated tools. Qualified persons must
also have received the training required in this safety procedure.

Illumination

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Employees will be provided with adequate light to work on energized

equipment or equipment will be relocated to ensure adequate light is
available.

Portable Ladders
Portable ladders will have non conductive surfaces if they are used
where the employee or the ladder could be exposed to electrical shock
hazards.

Reclosing Circuits
If circuits are tripped using a protective device such as ground fault
circuit interrupter (GFCI), power will not be restored until the reason
for the interruption is determined and corrected. Fuses or breakers will
not be replaced or reset until it is determined that the circuit is safe to
operate. Fuses will not be replaced with higher rated fuses or with
makeshift devices to bypass circuit protection as designed. Problems
will be identified and promptly repaired by a qualified person.

Electrical Equipment/Machinery
All electrical equipment and machinery must be grounded effectively
so that there is no potential difference between the metal enclosures.
Use the voltage detector to find discrepancies and other test equipment
to determine the corrective action required. Disconnects should be

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easily identified with the specific machinery they shut off. Disconnects
should also be accessible near the machinery for use in an emergency.
The disconnects should be activated periodically to be sure they are
operable. All electrical connections to the equipment must be secure so
that no cord or cable tension will be transmitted to the electrical
terminals within the equipment. The wiring installation should be such
that it is protected from damage at all times.

10. Welfare
10.1 Welfare
 Suitable and sufficient rest area and eating place shall be provided
to work team.
 Rest area shall be kept clean all the time and shall not be used as
storage of materials
 Hygienic cold drinking water with sufficient water coolers will be
provided within an easily accessible location.
 Employees will be facilitated with a rehydration supplements in the
summer.
 Adequate sanitary facilities shall be provided and maintained in
hygienic condition.

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10.2 First Aid

 Adequate first aid and facilities shall be available on site.
 All incidents shall be reported to area HSE Officer immediately.

10.3 Environment
 Dust Pollution shall be minimized as far as reasonably practicable.
 Waste shall be managed adequately to minimize affection to the
environment.
 Concrete waste shall be disposed to a designated place and shall not
be mixed with general waste.

10.4 Security
 Ensure all personnel involved the activity are authorized to work in
the area.
 Ensure work team has project IDs

 Ensure no visitors or public entering to the works.

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