METHOD STATEMENT FOR INSTALLATIONS AND TESTING OF 11KV CABLES

This Method Statement covers installations and testing of 11KV cables. The technical safety document "Installations and Testing of 11KV Cables" is uploaded for the premium users by QHSE DOCS and the objective of this methodology document is to provide full support to the technical and installation team for the 11 KV cables and their related works

Purpose

This Method Statement covers installations and testing of 11KV cables.

Scope of Work

This Method of Statement defines the installation of 11 kV cables and all related works to make the system function properly in compliance with [Company/State’s] standards.

References

Project Specifications

Approved [Company/Client] Drawings

Approved Material Submittal

Approved Safety Plan

Approved shop drawing

Manufacturer recommendations

Responsible Personnel on Site

Electrical Field Engineers

Safety Officer

QA/QC Engineer

Electrical Superintendent

Approved HV subcontractor from

Safety

All health and safety measures shall be strictly followed as per the approved safety plan & procedure.

Make sure that all involved workforce is aware of the same.

Safety Officer to ensure that all tools and equipment are suitable and in good condition.

Make sure that all tradesmen or involved companies shall practice good housekeeping and leave their working places clean, tidy and free of rubbish.

Delivery

The approved HV cable is a [Cable & Manufacturer’s Name], Made in [Country Name].

Check for any damages on cables before acceptance of delivery.

Check the material country and be sure are following the approved material submittal.

Storage

Use a forklift or mobile crane to offload the HV cable drum.

Make sure that the capacity of a Forklift or mobile crane can carry the weight of the drum.

Off-loading cable drums on the designated off-loading area. Proper care must be observed during

offloading to prevent unnecessary damage to the cables.

Move the cable to a clean storage area through the use of a designated lifting machine.

Ensure that the HV cables are properly protected and covered by a tarpaulin.

Submit the material delivery form to the consultant for their inspection and approval.

Pre-Installation

All materials and documentation relevant to this particular section of work shall be checked before

installation and all the installation shall be as per approved drawings.

Before any permanent work will be started, an inspection of all materials, tools and accessories shall be carried out.

Cables shall be checked for continuity and insulation resistance and records shall be kept for future reference.

Ensure that proper access to execute the works is in a suitable condition and free from obstruction.

Check trenches excavated to proper depth and width to accommodate the proposed number of cables as per [Company/State’s] requirements.

Cable trench to be clear of debris & prepared with the correct compacted level.

All cable access or road crossing ducts will be cleaned free from debris & have ended free from sharp

filings which may cause damage to the outer cable sheath during cable pulling activities.

Installation Procedure

It has been presumed that all related civil works have been completed before switchgear installation:

Care will be taken to ensure the cable pulling direction as identified by the manufacturer on the cable drums will be followed.