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Method Statement for Underground Electrical Services

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Contents

1. Purpose...............................................................................................................................................2

2. Scope of work:.....................................................................................................................................2

3. Standards and Specifications:.............................................................................................................2

4. References:.........................................................................................................................................2

5. Abbreviations:.....................................................................................................................................2

6. General – Prior to Start:......................................................................................................................3

6.1 Storage and Handling.......................................................................................................................3

6.2 Pre-Installation Check......................................................................................................................5
6.3 General for Safety............................................................................................................................5

7. Sub-Contractor Approval:...................................................................................................................5

8. Tools and Plants (Not Limited to).......................................................................................................5

9. Delivery, Storage and Handgling.........................................................................................................6

10. Site Preparation and Site Clearance.....................................................................................................6

11. Excavation and Backfilling.....................................................................................................................6

12. Installation............................................................................................................................................ 6

12.1 Duct bank:......................................................................................................................................6

12.2 STUB-UP:........................................................................................................................................7
12.3 manholes & Handholes:.................................................................................................................8

13. Protection of Work................................................................................................................................8

14. Work Management Plan.......................................................................................................................8

15. Responsibility Matrix............................................................................................................................ 9

15.1 Project Manager:...........................................................................................................................9

15.2 Site Engineer:.................................................................................................................................9
15.3 QA/QC Engineer:............................................................................................................................9
15.4 Safety Engineer:...........................................................................................................................10
15.5 Work Force Training:................................................................................................................... 10

16. Appendix............................................................................................................................................. 10

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1.0 Purpose

As per contract scope of work to determine the optimum sequencing of activities and level of
resources necessary to provide a successfully completed project within cost and schedule
constraints.

This Method Statement describes technical requirements and procedures to be followed on site
for installation of underground electrical services (duct bank, stub-up, manhole and handhole) as
summarized and detailed on the contract drawing and in the project specifications.

The purpose of this Method Statement is to describe the methodology and material handling
requirements related to Under Ground Electrical Services.

This document describes the method statement for Underground Electrical Services installation for
the project, and to ensure that all concerned persons are familiar with the sequence of activities,
utilization of resources and execution of works in compliance with applicable safety, quality
procedures, project documents and specification.

2.0 Scope of Work

This Method Statement describes a proper work procedure shall be carried out during the installation
of the underground electrical services as per specification and contract drawings.

The scope of work will involve the installation and testing of Underground Electrical Services in
accordance with the approved design and relevant specifications. This covers the installation of Duct
Bank, Stub Up, Manhole and Hand hole, Earth Rod Pits, Concrete Pads, Cable Warning Signs and
Tapes. Method of Statement for Cable Laying and other related activities will be submitted
separately.

The standards and specification to be followed and References are described in Section 3.0 and
Section 4.0.
3.0 Legislation and code of practice Standards and Specifications

- ANSI C 80.1-83 Rigid Steel Conduits, Zinc Coated.

- ASTM C 33 Concrete Aggregates.
- ASTM D 1557 Compaction Density Test.
- ASTM D 1785 PVC Plastic Pipes.
- NEMA TC 8 Underground Ducts.

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- NFPA 70 National Electrical Code (NEC).

- SASO 14 Standard for uPVC Pressure Pipes.

4.0 References

- SECTION 16135: Underground Electrical Services.

- Approved Drawings
5.0 Definitions
Client : Saudi Railway COMPANY (SAR).
Consultant : TYPSA Consulting Engineers & Architects.
Contractor : Al Ayuni Investment & Contracting Co.
Project : CTW 320 & Buildings Waad Al-Shamaal Railway Project.
HSE : Health Safety and Environment
QA/QC : Quality Assurance Quality Control

5.0 ABBREVIATIONS

Abbreviation Full name

Project CTW 320 & Building Waad Al Shamal Railway Project
The Contractor Al Ayuni Investment and Contracting Company
The Engineer TYPSA
The Client Saudi Arabian Railway (SAR)
QC Quality Control
S/C Sub-Contractor
MST or MS Method Statement
IFC Issued For Construction
TTMP/TTCP Temporary Traffic Management/Control Plan
ITP Inspection & Test Plan
JHA Job Hazard Analysis
PPE Personal Protection Equipment
AG or A/G Aboveground
UG or U/G Underground
SEC Saudi Electricity Company
STC Saudi Telecommunication Company
BoM Bill of Materials
MAR Material Approval Request

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TBD To Be Determined
DRW Drawings
RFI Request For Information
N–S–E–W North – South – East - West

6.0 GENERAL - PRIOR TO START

6.1 STORAGE AND HANDLING

Contractor must

 Submit documents for material approval (MAR) – which shall be approved by TYPSA.

 Submit the plan mentioning start and finish of each activity.

 Verify that material receiving inspection has been performed by the Engineer.

 Verify that required documents are received with the material.

 Check that the material is properly packaged and free of damage.

 Check material for proper identification: permanent tags, Manufacturer prints.

 Verify quantities, size and type of joints... etc.

 Ensure that material storage and handling is as per procedure, where conduits and fittings shall
be raised from the floor using wood bars & wrapped up to maintain stability during storage.

 Cover the material and maintain cleanness during Storage (polythene cover shall be used).

 Protection from rust to be take in consideration.

 Check model & type of material against the items listed in material withdrawal request or
delivery note.

 Check any damage during transportation.

6.2 PRE-INSTALLATION CHECK

 All the relevant specifications, required latest standards specified in the contract and approved
drawing must be complied.
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 Work Permit is available at site.

 Ensure that all safety requirements are in place in accordance with project safety plan & related
JSA.

 To ensure that the approved Method Statement and Inspection Test Plan will be available at site
during the implementation of works

 Prior to start the work, QC & site engineers shall ensure that the latest “Approved Drawings”
are available at site, (100% design, IFC and/or shop) drawings should be available at site.

 Supervisor shall ensure equipment and correct tools are available for installation, operation and
to achieve compliance with the project requirement and specifications.

 Check for potential interference with mechanical pipes and other underground facilities /
utilities.

 Temporary lighting and power supply for installation have to be completed. This is in the case,
work is to be carried out in the night.

6.3 GENERAL FOR SAFETY

The safety of all personnel and equipment is the highest priority during the execution of the works.
Personnel Protective Equipment (PPE)

All project personnel, sub-contractors and visitors will be required to wear minimum required
PPE, the following PPE and safety equipment are to be used for this task;

 Safety Helmet

 Safety Shoes

 Safety Glasses dark during day time

 Safety Glasses clear indoor or night time

 Safety Gloves (handling and cutting)

 Ears Muffs

 Hi viz vest

 Dust Mask

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6.0 Resources

6.1 Materials and their approval

Proposed Materials shall be tested as per Material Research Department Test Methods
(MRDTM), Test Results shall be submitted for approval before beginning of activity and as
per general specification.

6.2 Subcontractor approval

Approval of the Subcontractor from Consultant shall be obtain before specific activity and
subject to follow the approved Quality Control Plan and HSE Plan.

7.0 Subcontractor approval

If the work or portion of work is to be sublet, than prior approval of subcontractor is required from
TYPSA.

6.3 Drawings approval

IFC drawings shall be obtained from Consultant before any activity or work performed
accordingly.

6.4 Equipment

1. Service Vehicle for General Workers

2. Surveying equipment’s, Shall be sufficient and suitable instruments used in setting out
and leveling of the works, such as G.P.S, Total station and level machine, measuring
tape, stakes, warning tapes, spray paints, and hammer. Increase and decrease of the
number of Equipment depends on the quantum of work.
3. Chains \ wire ropes (Unloading PVC Pipes and other items for underground services).
4. Spirit Level.
5. Cutting Tools.
6. Fixing tools

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8.0Tools and Plants (Not Limited to)

1. Service Vehicle for General Workers

2. Survey Equipment
3. Chains \ wire ropes (Unloading PVC Pipes and other items for underground services).
4. Cutting / Grinding Tools.
5. Fixing tools
6. Boom Truck
7. Shawel
8. Bob Cat
9. Crane
10. Excavator

6.5 Human Resource

QA/QC Engineer, Supervising Engineers, Materials Engineer, Safety officer, Supervisors /

Foremen, Drivers, Skilled Workers, Surveyor and Unskilled Workers. Increase and decrease of
the number of workers depends on the quantum of work.
7.0 Safety Precautions
All possible safety precaution shall be taken against accident for all the site works Approved
Health and Safety Environment plan should be followed.

Our plan is include but not limited to Supervision by Safety Personnel, Tool Box Induction, Tool
Box Talk, Random Inspection, and Safety protection (New Jersey Barrier etc.), Safety Signs and
Personal Protection Equipment will be always provided and all the time.

9.0 DELIVERY, STORAGE AND HANDLING

 Unloading the PVC pipes and other items for underground electrical services by chains or
wire ropes may be used to protect the pipes and other items from damage.
 Unloading of PVC pipes and other related items for underground electrical services
should be handled carefully. Chains or wire ropes may be used for unloading, provided
they are properly covered to protect the items from damage.

 PVC pipes and other items shall not be dropped or thrown to the ground, knocked
against other conduits or against sharp objects that may cause permanent damage.
 PVC pipes and other similar items shall be placed a level surface and shall be supported to
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minimize distortion, and protected from direct sunlight. Horizontal supports of adequate
width shall be spaced not more than 1.5 m center to center beneath pipes to provide
continuous and even support
 PVC pipes and other similar items shall be placed a levelled surface and shall be
supported to minimize distortion, and must be protected from direct sunlight. Horizontal
supports of adequate width shall be spaced not more than 1.5 m center to center beneath
pipes to provide continuous and even support.
 Ducts and fittings should be unloaded on the side opposite to backfill. Fittings shall be
stored at the trench site under cover to prevent loss or damage.
 During Execution, Ducts and fittings should be unloaded on the side opposite to backfill.
Fittings shall be stored at the trench site under cover to prevent loss or damage.

 Vertical side supports shall be provided at 3 m spacing on rectangular stacks. The

maximum free height of such stacks shall not exceed 1.5 m.
10.0 Site Preparation & SITE Clearance
 Setting out – Contractor surveyor will lay out the utility coordinates on field on behalf
of FIR (Field Inspection Request) prior excavating the area.
 Checking the availability of the approved material at store and mobilizing it to the site
by means of small transportation vehicle.
 Establish and propose exact routes and requirements of underground electrical services
for approval of the Engineer, after co-ordination with all other existing or new
underground services, before commencement of the work on site.
 Examine the areas and conditions under which the underground electrical services are to
be installed, and correct any unsatisfactory conditions detrimental to the proper and
timely completion of the work. The Contractor shall not proceed with me work until all
unsatisfactory conditions have been corrected in a manner acceptable to the Engineer.
 Before commencement of the excavation, check the presence of any existing
underground service by means of appropriate tools and equipment

 Contractor’s surveyor will mark the proposed route as per approved drawing.

 Coordinates for the proposed route shall be submitted for approval to the Engineer.

 Before commencement of the excavation, check for the presence of any existing
underground services by means of appropriate tools and equipment.
11.0 Excavation and Backfilling
 Excavation of the trench will be as per approved drawing and specification
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 During Excavation, Surveyor will check the route, depth and width of the trench.

 Backfilling of the excavated portion will be as per approved drawings and specifications.

 Compaction of the backfilled portion will be as per specifications.

 Warning Tape will be used during backfilling, as per specifications and approved
drawings.
12.0 INSTALLATIONS

12.1 Duct bank

 The surveyor will provide the marking as per the approved drawing and the same shall be
submitted to the Engineer for approval through approved procedures.
 The excavation for the trenches will be done for the duct bank as per the approved MS
for excavation.

 The excavation for the trenches will be done for the duct bank as per the layout given by
Surveyor and as per approved drawings.
 The width of the trench will vary depending on the number of conduits.

 The width of the trench will vary depending on the number of conduits but it should be as
per approved drawings.
 The cutting of the trenches will be done as per approved drawing.
 The approved vapor barrier needs to be placed.
 For duct banks in stable soils, the soil below the duct bank shall be compacted to 90 %
of maximum density to a minimum depth of 300 mm.

 Depth of trench shall be as per approved drawing.

 Excavated area shall be protected by safety barriers / warning tape.

 For duct banks in stable soils, the soil below the duct bank shall be compacted to 90 %
of maximum density to a minimum depth of 300 mm.

 Compaction should be as per specifications.

 A dewatering system shall be used (if required) to lower the water table below the final
excavation depth to eliminate disturbance of in-situ soil densities.

 A dewatering system shall be used if water level is high.

 The crossings of roads shall be perpendicular to the axis of the roadway.

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 The bed of the trench must be smooth and free of sharp edges, ridges, rocks, etc. The
same is placed a layer of sand or river mine washed clean loose -free organic
substances, clay or earthy particles.

 The bed of the trench must be smooth and free of sharp edges, rocks, etc. Backfilling shall
be as per approved drawing and specification.
 Skilled workers to install the supports in order to start conduits installation.

 Skilled workers will be used for conduit installation.

 Schedule 40 PVC conduits shall be unloaded inside the trench using proper tools and to
be laid at their position\level and to be supported on plastic interlocking spacers, at
intervals of approximately 2.4 m with a minimum separation of 25 mm, edge to edge,
shall be maintained, both horizontally and vertically, between the ducts.

 Clean each conduit thoroughly before laying. During construction and after completion of
the duct banks, plug the ends of conduits to prevent water washing mud into the
conduits.
 The direct buried PVC ducts shall have a minimum dry sand cushion of 150 mm and a
minimum dry sand cover of 300 ram, over which 50 mm thick concrete tiles shall be
placed.
 Depth for direct buried PVC ducts and PVC coated rigid steel conduits shall not be less
than 600 mm from finished grade level to the top of conduits.

 Where the duct bank enters a building below ground level, the conduit shall terminate in
an appropriate fitting. An end bell shall be used on conduits entering manholes.
 A run of conduit shall not contain more than the equivalent of four quarter bends. Bends
in conduit shall be made without reducing the internal diameter of the conduit. The
inside radius of the conduit bends shall not be less than one meter.

 The bends in the run of the conduit shall not exceed the numbers mentioned in
specifications. Bends in conduit shall be made without reducing the internal diameter of
the conduit.

 Matching end bells and plugs, constructed of high impact plastic, shall be provided
throughout the duct bank at the ends and in manholes.

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 Each length of conduit shall be provided with one standard coupling. Couplings shall
have a center step to ensure proper seating. Joints shall be made with the solvent cement
as recommended by the conduit manufacturer.

 Coupling, expansion joint shall be as per specifications.

 Duct banks shall be either direct buried type (backfilled with removed normal soil, it
will be packed by hand or with machinery) or concrete encased type When the conduits
cross a street or road. As applicable and required on site.

 Once laying the approved pipes at site, the conduits should be firmly placed so that there
is no movement for the conduits.
 The conduits should be covered either by backfill material or with concrete all round with
the min thickness of 75mm as a concrete cover at whole side ends.
 Concrete encasement shall be class C21 concrete with 19 mm maximum size aggregate for
all duct banks.

 Concrete shall be as per approved drawing and specifications.

 Top of concrete encased duct banks shall be installed 600 mm minimum below finished
grade and shall connect manholes and hand holes as shown and required on site. Where a
duct bank connects to a building, adapt the duct bank, at one meter beyond the building
exterior wall, to the building conduit with the required couplings.
 An expansion joint of 55 mm per 100 meters maximum shall be provided in the duct
banks. Additionally, a construction joint shall be installed if pouring of concrete is
commenced any time after initial set of adjacent concrete. Neither expansion nor
construction joints shall be installed under a roadway.
 Once the duct bank’s covering is completed Mandrel test must be performed after one
day with not less than 300 mm long, with a diameter of approximately 6 mm less than the
inside nominal diameter of the conduits shall be pulled through each conduit to insure
that there is no sand\concrete inside the PVC conduits.
 Install a nylon rope in each conduit after cleaning, after which the conduits shall be
capped / plugged immediately.

 Nylon rope will be placed in each conduit after cleaning, after which the conduits shall be
capped / plugged immediately.

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 Red dye shall be trowelled into the top surface after pouring the concrete for warning
purposes.
 Conditions to be fulfilled in underground duct bank crosses:
 The minimum distance between low voltage lines, will be 0.15 m.
 The minimum distance between power lines and water pipes shall be 0.6 m.
 The minimum distance between low voltage lines and telecom lines will be 0.3m.

 Distances and clearance to other utilities shall be maintained along the run of the trench.

 Earthing shall be provided as per approved layout / drawing (If applicable).

12.2 STUB-UP’s
 The surveyor will provide the marking as per the approved drawing and the same
approval will be taken by consultant through RFI as per standard procedure. Exact stub-
ups locations and termination requirements for each equipment shall be verified on site,
before commencement of laying underground or under-floor PVC conduits for required
power and control wiring
 Stub-ups for electrical equipment connections and other requirements shall consist of
either 100 mm or 150 mm diameter hot double-dipped galvanized rigid steel conduit
entirely encased in concrete.
 Stub-ups for electrical equipment connections and other requirements shall be as per
approved drawing and specification.
 The bends for stub-ups shall be 90 degrees with a minimum radius of 1200 mm.
 Bends for stub-ups shall serve as transition between PVC conduits embedded below
grade and rigid steel conduit installed exposed on surface. Such bends shall be provided
with a PVC steel coupling on one end and a threaded male or female adapter on the
other end.
 Where extensions of PVC conduits above grade are required as stub-ups, a transition
bend having PVC / Steel coupling on one end and threaded male or female adapter on
the other end shall be used.
 The PVC coated rigid steel transition bend or conduit shall extend minimum 150 mm
above grade. A concrete envelope 100 mm high above the finished floor shall be formed
around such risers to minimize corrosion at point of emergence. The top of the envelope
shall be sloped for drainage.
 Earthing shall be provided as per approved layout / drawing (If applicable).

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12.3 Manholes & Hand holes

 The surveyor will provide the marking as per the approved drawing and the same
approval will be taken by consultant through RFI as per standard procedure.

 Contractor’s surveyor shall mark the location of hand holes and manholes and submit the
co-ordinates to the Engineer for its approval.
 The excavation for the manholes\hand holes will be done per the approved MS for
excavation.

 The excavation for the manholes\hand holes will be done as per the approved drawing
and as per specifications.
 The width of excavation will vary depending on the manholes\hand holes size.
 The approved vapor barrier needs to be placed.
 Appropriate type and size of manholes\hand holes shall be provided as shown on the
Drawings or required on site in compliance with the requirements of SASO, NEC and
Electricity supply authority (SEC) or Saudi Telecom Co. (STC) regulations.
 Manholes\hand holes shall be constructed of pre-cast or cast-in situ concrete to sizes
shown on the Drawings. Horizontal concrete surfaces of floors shall have a smooth steel
trowel finish
 A sump pit shall be built into die base slab directly beneath die manhole\hand hole
opening to collect and retain any water present in the manhole.
 The duct bank manhole / interface shall include an expansion joint to take up
longitudinal movement due to expansion and construction of die duct bank. This joint
shall also act as water stop to prevent water from seeping inside thee manhole\ hand
holes.
 The exterior of the manhole\hand holes shall be waterproofed, wife a bituminous
coating in accordance with Section 03300, but not less than 0.3 mm dry film thickness
in any case.
 Access to deep manholes\hand holes shall be through a chimney. Permanent ladders or
rungs shall be installed, if required.
 Manholes shall be provided with earth-rods and cable supports as per the requirements
of SASO, NEC and Electricity supply authority (SEC) or STC regulations.

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 Frames and covers shall be watertight and covers shall fit the frames without undue
play. These shall be free from warp and blow holes that may impair their strength of
appearance.
 Steel and iron shall be formed to shape and size with sharp lines and angle and shall
have a smooth finish.
 Set pulling-in irons and other built-in items in place before pouring concrete.
 Provide a 3 m earth rod external to each manhole and hand hole. Also provide an earth
bar in each manhole and hand hole affixed to the wall above the duct bank box-outs.
Connect to earth rod using 70 mm2 bare copper conductor and bond earth conductors
associated with each power cable inside the manhole or hand hole.

 Excavated area shall be properly barricaded.

 Appropriate type and size of manholes\hand holes shall be provided as shown on the
Drawings and as per specifications.

 Construction of Manholes and Hand Holes shall be as per approved drawing and
specifications.

 Earthing shall be provided as per approved layout / drawing (if applicable).

13.0 Protection of Work

1. Limit the movement of vehicle and equipment’s at work area, New Jersey barrier and
warning signs will be used. Stock pile of materials shall not damage to existing vegetation
and any sort of obstacle to traffic or damage to public property.

 Movement of the un-authorized vehicle should be minimised in the work area, Safety
Barriers and warning signs shall be used along the length of the trench. Material placed at
site shall not cause hindrance to the movement of vehicles.

2. Area shall be protected by installing New Jersey barrier (plastic and concrete) and warning
tapes around the work area to secure it with nylon/steel rope.
3. Parking area shall be allocated outside the work area.
4. Safety signage shall be erected in suitable location.
5. Lighting arrangements will be made for night safety.

6. Ensure all on going activities are inspected by competent inspector on daily basis.

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14.0 Work Management Plan

o Management of underground electrical services work is a part of the overall Construction
Management for Civil Work & Electrical in the project organization.
o The MEP Construction Manager will have site Engineer with subcontractor teams. Each
has team Leaders for yet to divide sections of scope of work.
o In addition to the above mentioned staff, there will be survey teams to carry out the
necessary survey work. Quality control staff will carry out the required inspections on
site.
 Management of this work is a part of the overall Construction Management Plan for Civil
Work & Electrical Works in the project organization.

 Only qualified and trained personal will be involved/deployed during construction phase.

Work Force deployed at site must include but not limited to

 Project Manager

 Site Engineer

 Supervisor

 Foreman

 Surveyor

 Helpers

 Skilled Workers

15.0 RESPONSIBILITY Matrix

15.1 Project Manager

PM is responsible for

 Overall implementation of this method statement.

 Monitoring of works, they are carried out as per submitted plan and to confirm that all
the equipment required to execute the works are available

 Co-ordination with the Consultant, during visit from SAR, he should be available at site.

 Execution of activities within this method statement’s scope. He should confirm that all
activities are being carried out as per specifications and approved drawings.

 Implementation of Safety Requirements at site as per JSA and Risk assessment plan.

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15.2 Site Engineer

 Will conduct tool box talk with the safety officer prior to start of every activity.

 Ensure all material / equipment to be used is available prior to start of work.

 Communicate all necessary information and responsibilities to his work team.

 Ensure and monitor the work progress in accordance with the required program and
report the same to the PM.

 Co-ordinate with the safety engineer to ensure that the works are carried out in a safe
working practice.

 Co-ordinate with the QC engineer for the tests to be carried out and to initiate the
inspection for the finished works.

 Ensure the implementation of any request as per approved ITP.

 Strict Monitoring of Works.

 Ensure that the site is maintained neat and clean, safe and tidy.

15.3 QA/QC Engineer

 The QA/QC Engineer is responsible to check the quality documentation of the items
received by The Production Team, verify that it is completed and that it follows the
specified requirements.

 The QA/QC Engineer must submit to the Engineer the documentation received as well as
the tests done, and distribute the construction documentation to the technical team who
is in charge of the construction.

 Ensure that all the works are carried out as per project approved specification and the
related quality control procedures.

 Inspection of finished product as per approved criteria and raised RFI for the Engineer’s
approval.

 Maintain inspection and test records, completed for any future reference.

15.4 Safety Engineer

 Responsible for the Risk Assessment approval from the Engineer.

 Conduct tool box talk as per approved safety procedures, mentioned in JSA and Risk

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Assessment.
15.5 Work Force Training:-
 Each individual in the team need to get training as mentioned by the Engineer’s Safety
personal. Work Permit must be present all time during the course of execution.

The organizational structure for the supervision of work is as follows:

12.1 Construction Team Organization Chart.

12.2 Quality Team Organization chart.

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12.3 Safety Team Organization chart.

16. Appendix

13.1 Appendix A – ITP & Check list forms

13.2 Appendix C – Risk Assessment

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