Document No:

Gigasol3 Solar Farm Project, Philippines GIGASOL3.WMS.0011

Revision:
Work Method Statement of DC Cables in A
Inverter Date:
25 July 2020

CONSTRUCTION OF WWTP WITH CONCRETE

PEDESTAL WITH POND AT SLAUGHTER HOUSE PO-
JECT,
PHILIPPINES

Work Method Statement of DC Cables in the Inverter

Prepared by R.B. DOMINGO

Checked by ROMEO T.. ORIO
Approved by CLIENT

Revision Date Description

A 24/07/2022 For Approval
 Document No:
Gigasol3 Solar Farm Project, Philippines GIGASOL3.WMS.0011

Revision:
Work Method Statement of DC Cables in A
Inverter Date:
25 July 2020

Table of Contents
1. Introduction........................................................................................................................................................2
1.1 Scope.............................................................................................................................................................2
1.2 Project Background.......................................................................................................................................2
1.3 Project Location............................................................................................................................................2
2. Duties and Responsibility……………………………………………………………………………………….......2
2.1. Project Manager...........................................................................................Error! Bookmark not defined.
2.2. Construction Manager.................................................................................Error! Bookmark not defined.
2.3 Site Engineer...............................................................................................Error! Bookmark not defined.
2.4 QA/QC Engineer...........................................................................................................................................3
2.5 Site Supervisor..............................................................................................................................................4
2.6 Safety Manager / Supervisor.........................................................................................................................4
3. Safety and Security....................................................................................................................................................4
4. Work Sequence and Methology.................................................................................................................................5
5.. Tools and Equipment………………………………………………………………………………………………5
6. Inspection...................................................................................................................................................................6
7. Safety.........................................................................................................................................................................6
8. Hazard Identification, Risk Assessment and Control
 Document No:
Gigasol3 Solar Farm Project, Philippines GIGASOL3.WMS.0011

Revision:
Work Method Statement of DC Cables in A
Inverter Date:
25 July 2020

1. Introduction

The purpose of this document is to present the system of methodology of Termination of Main
DC Cables in the Inverter and the safety precautions that must be observed while performing
the scope of works in GIGASOL3 PROJECT.

1.1 SCOPE

The scope focuses from crimping of terminal lugs, testing and checking of cables and termina-
tion on the designated terminal inside the inverter...

1.2 Project Background

The GIGASOL 3 Project is the installation & construction of grid-connected, ground-
mounted 63 MWp DC Solar Farm Facility Solar Photovoltaic (PV) located at Barangay.
Salaza and Cauyan, Palauig, Zambales, Philippines.

1.3 Project Location

Figure 1. General Site Location – GIGASOL3

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2. Duties and Responsibilities

2.1 Project Manager

a. The Project Manager the overall responsible for the project in terms of work execution,
safety, planning & quality.
b. The Project Manager will maintain the planning progress and coordination of works
with the main contractor.
c. The work progress shall be carried out as per planned program and all the equipment’s
required to execute the works shall be available and in good condition as per project
planned.
d. Specific attention is paid to all safety measures and quality control in coordination with
Safety Manager, QA/QC Engineer and in line with PQP

2.2 Construction Manager

a. The Construction Manager is responsible to supervise and control work on site.

Coordinating with QA/QC Engineer, Site Engineer, and site team for all activities on site.

2.3 Site Engineer

a. The Method Statement to the system shall be implemented according to the Owner
Engineers project specification and approved IFC drawings.
b. Provision of all necessary information and distribution of responsibilities to his con-
struction team.
c. The work progress shall be monitored in accordance with the planned work programs
and he will provide report to his superiors.
d. The constant coordination with the safety Manager ensure that the works carried out
in safe atmosphere.
e. The constant coordination with the QA/QC engineer for any to be carried out an initi-
ate for the inspection for the finished works.
f. He will ensure the implementation of any request that might be raised by the Owner
Engineers.

g. The Method Statement to the system shall be implemented according to the Owner
Engineers project specification and approved IFC drawings.

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h. Provision of all necessary information and distribution of responsibilities to his con-

struction team.
i. The work progress shall be monitored in accordance with the planned work programs
and he will provide report to his superiors.
j. The constant coordination with the safety Manager ensure that the works carried out
in safe atmosphere.
k. The constant coordination with the QA/QC engineer for any to be carried out an initi-
ate for the inspection for the finished works.
l. He will ensure the implementation of any request that might be raised by the Owner
Engineers.
m. Efficient daily progress shall be obtained for all the equipment and manpower.
n. The Site Supervisor shall be directly involved in the planning and execution of the ac-
tivities involved in the excavation. He shall be responsible for the preparation of exca-
vation plan, Safety Action Plan and Job Safe Analysis (JSA). Safe work plan application
for work permits is required prior to commence of any excavation. Supervisor to de-
velop a JSA on a weekly basis and update is necessary when conditions change.

2.4 QA/QC Engineer

a. Monitor executions of works at site and should as per the approved IFC Drawings and
Project Specifications.
b. Ensure RFI with supporting documents (i.e ITP, WMS, IFC Drawing etc) are being raised
for activities in timely manner and inspected by the Owner Engineers.
c. Check an ensure that all activities / work done / completed prior to offer for Owner
Engineers.
d. Follow and carried out all the relevant test as per project specifications.
e. Obtain the required clearance prior to Owner Engineers.
f. Coordinate with construction team.
g. Assist the Owner Engineer during inspection.

2.5 Site Supervisor

a. Carrying-out of work and the proper distribution of all the available resources in coordi-
nation with the Site Engineer on a daily basis.
b. Daily reports of the works achieved and coordinated with the site engineer.
c. Incorporate all the QA/QC and Safety requirements as requested by the concerned En-
gineer.

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d. Meeting with any type of foreseen incident or requirements and reporting the same to
the site Engineer immediately.

2.6 Safety Manager/Supervisor

a. Shall review prior to the start of the work, Safe Work Plan and Work permit is re-
quired.
b. Implementation of all safety measures in accordance with the HSE plan and that the
c. whole work force is aware of its proper implementation.
d. Implement safety measures adequate to maintain a safe working environment on the
work activity.
e. Inspection of all the site activities and training personnel in accident prevention and its
proper reporting to the Project Manager / Construction Manager.
f. The site maintained in clean and tidy manner.
g. Ensure only trained persons shall operate the power tools.
h. Ensure all concerned personnel shall use PPE as required.
i. Ensure high risk elevated areas are provided barricade, tape, safety nets.
j. Ensure safe access to site work at al times.
k. The site maintained in clean and tidy manner.

3. Safety & Security

a. Safety work permit requirement is mandatory. All personnel involved in the activi-
ties shall wear complete personal protective equipment (PPE) in accordance with
the safe work requirements. Safety Officer shall verify that all the necessary and ap-
plicable documents are at hand and give orientation related to the safe operation
prior to commencement of the job.
b. If the weather condition turns bad (Storm or heavy rains), there should be immedi-
ate coordination with Safety Department and Construction Team for stopping of
works.
c. Water, shelter and other necessary measures should be provided to support work-
ers while working under the sun.

4. Work Sequence and Methodology

a. Check all materials delivered to site is inspected properly by QA/QC Engineer and
check if it is stored properly as per manufacturer’s recommendations.

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b. RFI shall be raised for the inspection of materials received at site.

c. Work shall be carried out by the site staff under strict supervision and guidance of the
concerned (Engineers, Supervisor).
d. QA/QC Engineer shall check all the installations as per the Installation Checklist.
e. RFI shall be prepared by QA/QC Engineer and will be submitted to Owner Engineers
and arrange inspection for their inspection and approval.
f. QA/QC Engineer is responsible for all installation activities for getting work inspected
and approved by Owner Engineer.
g. Protect the cables from stress (i.e ensure they are not trapped or rodden on) during
cable pulling and installation as well as during storage prior to installation.
h. Installation of MC4 connectors for the homerun cables.
i. Keep the connectors
j. Review the latest approved drawing of DC Trenching and Wiring Plan. Once validated,
Cable pulling of main DC cables from Inverter up to Combiner boxes.
k. Cable laying of DC cables from central inverter up to combiner boxes
l. Cable Termination of Main DC Cables to the central Inverter.
m. Crimp the terminal lugs on the cables and conduct IR, PV, Loop checking.
n. Termination and Checking the earthing connections.
o. Termination and Check the grounding connection.

p. Termination and IR test the cables on the incoming DC terminals.

q. All DC cables are to be labelled at both ends.
r. All DC cables will be tested and logged on test sheet.

5. Tools and Equipment

a. Crimper
b. Cable Cutter
c. Cable Tie
d. Pliers
e. Masking Tape (2” and 1”)
f. Screwdrivers (positive and negative)
g. Torque Wrench
h. Hydraulic Crimper
i. Cable Reel stand (for Cable Spool)
j. Multimeter
k. PV Tester

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l. Insulation Tester
6. Inspection

Inspection shall be based on approved ITP, QC Plan and Project Specifications listed in under
Technical Specification or as stated on the latest IFC drawing.

7. Safety

a. Complete Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) composed of hard hat, safety glass, safety
gloves and safety shoes.
b. Proper housekeeping at the end of the day is a part of the mandatory tasks assigned to
workers to avoid accidents due to littered tools and materials.
c. Flagmen will be engaged to control the movement of trailers, cranes, pumps and other mo-
bile equipment.
d. Daily tool box talk will be conducted and brief safety measures will be discussed.
e. First aid facility must be available the entire period in the work site.
f. Employee should report any change/s in the condition of work site to his immediate supe-
rior.
g. Safety personnel must ensure compliance of all workmen to Safety Regulations of this
project.

8. Hazard Identification, Risk Assessment and Control

(See attached on next page)

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HAZARD IDENTIFICATION, RISK ASSESSMENT AND CONTROL `

Project COSTRUCTON OF WWTP CONCRETE PEDESTAL
Risk Assessment Date: July 31, 2020 Page
WIT POND AT SLAUGHTER HOUSE Project, Philippines

Project Location: CABAGAN NORTE, CABAGAN , MANILA Risk Assessment No.: 01   2

ACTIVITIES: Construction of WWTP CONCRETE

Site Location: (See attached Plant Layout)  
PEDESTAL WITH POND AT SLAUGHTER HOUSE.

Risk Rating Residual Rating

No. Task/Activity HSE Hazard/Risks CONTROL MEASURES RESPONSIBILITY
S L RR S L RR
 Wild brimmed hats, Sun brims on
hard hats, Tinted safety glasses.
All personnel working on
U.V exposure SH L TO  Long sleeved shirts and long trousers SH UL UL
site.
to be worn.
 Sun screen to be available on site.

 Planned task to include regular rest

breaks & task rotation.
 Portable water for fluid replacement All personnel working on
Hot weather / Heat stress SH L TO SH UL UL
be made available. site.
 Appropriate shaded rest area
deemed necessary.
1 Working Outdoors
 Assessment of slippery conditions to
Wet weather - Slippery sur- be carried out.
SH L TO SH UL HU Supervisors
faces  Consider movement of machinery as
well personnel.
 Work areas must be inspected prior
to the activities in any animal habi-
tats.
working in animal or insect All personnel working on
SH UL TO  Snake bite, insect repellent, and first SH UL HU
habitats site.
aid kits to be available on sites, Su-
pervisors to ensure trained first aider
onsite.
 Supervisor to ensure Task meeting Supervisors and all per-
Poor Communication SH UL TO completed and signed off by the per- SH HU HU sonnel on the working
sonnel working on site. site
 Ensure communication with other Supervisors and all per-
Communication and Personnel unaware of
2 SH UL TO work crews and stakeholders in the SH HU HU sonnel on the working
Consultation activities taking place.
area. site
 All personnel to have undergone Supervisors and all per-
Personnel unfamiliar with
SH UL TO site-specific familiarization with SH HU HU sonnel on the working
site requirements.
supervisors site
 Conduct safety briefing
 Workers should wear the required
PPE
Installation of MC4 Hand Injuries  Follow the safe work procedure
Supervisors
connectors for the Struck by falling materials or SH UL TO  Trained and competent electricians SH UL HU
Electrician
homerun cables Tools using suitable tools shall carry out ca-
3 Foreman
ble termination
all personnel on the
 Modified power and hand tools are
working site
not accepted.
 Do not store scrap cable on walkways
Tripping hazards SH UL TO  Avoid storing materials on walkways SH UL HU
or ingress or egress
 Follow the safe work procedure
 Certified electrician required to exe-
cute electrical works
 Trained and competent electricians Supervisors
Hand Injuries SH UL TO SH UL HU
using suitable tools shall carry out Electrician
Cable Termination of
4 cable termination Foreman
DC cables to the Inverter
 Modified power and hand tools are all personnel on the
not accepted. working site
 Do not store scrap cable on walkways
Tripping hazards SH UL TO  Avoid storing materials on walkways SH UL HU
or ingress or egress
 Personnel shall wear the appropriate
PPE
5.1 Cable pulling of main  Conduct safety briefing to all in-
DC cables from inverter volved personnel Supervisors
up to combiner boxes Body Injuries  Pulling cable crew should not pull the Electrician
5 5.2 Cable laying of DC Slip, Trip SH UL TO cable fast. SH HU HU Foreman
cables from central in- Ergonomics  Always follow safe work procedure all personnel on the
verter up to combiner  Do not store scrap cable on walkways working site
inverter  Take rest period
 Install signage’s & Barricading

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 Ensure the working area must free Supervisors

Crimping the terminal from any obstruction Electrician
6 Pinch, Slip, Trip, H HU TO SH UL HU
lugs on the cable  Proper handling and holding of tools Foreman
when performing crimping works Safety officer
 Wear the appropriate PPE
 Trained and competent personnel re-
quired to execute the activity
7.1 Termination and Hand injuries SH UL TO H UL UL
 Proper handling of tools required
checking the earthing Supervisors
connections Electrician
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7.2 Termination and Foreman
 Working area should maintain clean
Check the grounding Safety officer
and free from any obstruction like-
connection
Slipping & Tripping hazards H UL TO wise maintain the tidy filling of mate- SH UL HU
rials

Slip, trip and fall of Materials  Maintain regular housekeeping

All personnel working on
8 Housekeeping Scattered waste, Oil spill, SH UL TO  Segregation of rubbish for much eas- SH HU HU
the working area.
Big accumulation of waste ier collection.

RISK RATING RISK RATING EQUIVALENT

Severity Likelihood Risk Rating SEVERITY

LIKELIHOOD
Very
Catastrophic C VL Intolerable IN C EH H SH
Likely
Extremely
EH Likely L Substantial SU VL Intolerable Intolerable Intolerable Substantial
Harmful

Harmful H Unlikely UL Moderate MO L Intolerable Intolerable Substantial Moderate

Slightly Harm- Highly Un-

SH HU Tolerable TO UL Substantial Substantial Moderate Tolerable
ful likely

                    HU Moderate Moderate Tolerable Tolerable