Installation of GI and PVC Conduits

Method Statement-Installation of GI and PVC Conduits

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1. Purpose
This method statement is applicable to define the step-by-step procedures and to
implement the correct practices for the Installation of GI and PVC Conduits through the
guidelines contained herein to ensure that the job execution complies with the
requirements of the contract documents and serves the intended function to be satisfactory
and to ensure that the safe working procedures for this operation are detailed and
implemented throughout the execution of the work activities.

2. Objective
The objective of this method of work is to provide and document a safe working procedure
for employees of the company and Consideration has also been given in respect of persons
who may be affected by the work.

3. Scope of Work
This method statement serves to outline the steps and actions that FFTS will adopt to
undertake the Installation of Installation of GI and PVC as set out in the project
specifications and drawings.

1. Responsibility:
1) FFTS will be responsible for the supervision and execution of all of the above works.

2) Project Manager
Review, Approval and Monitoring of Method Statement implementation.

3) Site Engineer:
Responsible for day-to-day project requirements for execution, quality, and safety.
Record and monitor activities, and maintain progress and coordination with the Main
Contractor.

4) HSE Officer:
Implementing and monitoring the site’s HSE aspect as per FFTS requirements, in
coordination with the Main contractor.

4. Procedure:

Documentation and Preliminary site pre-check

1. Make sure that the drawings are approved before commencing the work.

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2. Any works in confined spaces will be subject to a separate risk assessment and a
permit will be requested by FFTS to the Main Contractor prior to the
commencement of any works.

3. All materials are subjected to Material Inspection Request (MIR) approval before
site usage.
4. All safety work permits (Working at height Permit / Working on floor edge
permit / Shaft permit) must be obtained prior to the commencement of work
and all workers must be safety inducted as per Main Contractor’s HSE plan.
5. Works must be coordinated, Obtain clearance from the Main Contractor Civil
team prior to the commencement of installation at site.
6. Prior to start any works inside shaft permit will be requested by FFTS to the
Main Contractor prior to the commencement of any works to follow the safety
precautions.
7. Ensure proper working platform and safe access prior in entering the working
area must be provided. Ensure that lifeline, hand gloves and safety goggles is
available for workers. (If required) Scaffolds / platform (by Civil) shall be
coordinate and safety tag shall be available prior to its usage.
8. The Electrical Site Engineer confirms that all necessary documentation is in-
place to proceed, and identifies if there are any special requirements needed to
undertake the work; if everything is acceptable to proceed, the Electrical Site
Engineer then issue an instruction to the Construction team to carry out the
work.
9. All workers must wear PPE prior to start the Installation of Wiring Accessories.

Storage and Handling

1. Upon receipt of materials at site, all materials are stored in a safe, covered and
secured manner as per manufacturer’s recommendations.

2. All materials shall be carefully off-loaded at site using the necessary manpower,
appropriate shifting machinery and equipment to ensure that no damage will incur
to the materials.

3. Correct storage is vital for all materials as per manufacturer recommendations.

Reasonable care should be taken at all times and during offloading. Wiring
Accessories should be lowered carefully and not dropped to the ground.

4. Only the required quantity of Wiring Accessories for the specific task will be
transported from FFTS store to the work place. For temporary storage in the field,
where racks are not provided, the ground should be level and free from loose
stones.

5. All Wiring Accessories must be stored as per the manufacturer’s recommendations.

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Installation Methodology:

 Installation of GI and PVC Conduits

 The electrical supervisor shall identify the start and endpoints of each circuit by
seeing the approved shop drawings, to lay the GI and PVC conduits.
 Routing shall be marked the electrical points on the slab/wall as per the latest
approved shop drawings.
 The route of GI and PVC conduits shall be checked to make sure that it is free
from debris and any other services. All cut edges burrs shall be removed, and
touch‐up paint will be applied.
 Solvents shall be used for joining couplers while installing GI and PVC conduits.
 The size of electrical conduits shall be a minimum of 20mm dia for lighting
circuits and 25mm for other electrical power circuits.
 Conduit shall be installed with a maximum of two 90º bends
 The minimum internal radius of any bend or elbow fitting in a conduit shall be 2.5
times the diameter of the conduit.
 Technicians shall make holes on the wall/ceiling using drilling machines for fixing
Rawal plugs inside these holes. Saddles of appropriate sizes shall be fixed to the
Rawal plugs using screws. Saddles shall be fixed at every one‐meter span.
 PVC conduits shall not be laid below water services, crossing vents, and
disturbing any wall/slab openings.
 Where a GI and PVC conduit is installed within a wall, floor, or ceiling it must be
at a minimum depth of 50 mm from the surface.
 Couplers and circular boxes of suitable sizes shall be used to join the conduits.
 Where conduits are connected to GI trunking or Distribution Boards conduits
shall be connected using threaded adaptors.
 Conduits shall be run neatly either horizontal or vertical. Overlapping of conduits
shall be avoided as much as possible.
 In case of concrete pouring, the installation of PVC conduits shall be inspected by
consultant and approval to be obtained for the same.
 At the time of concrete pouring, electricians shall be provided for taking care of
conduits to avoid any damage or dislocation.
 Proper labelling shall be done after installation of tray/trucking, indicating the
service which it has been provided for.
 The ends and other finished ends of tray/trucking shall be provided with bushes
such that cables/wires do not sustain damage at the time of installation.

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5. Labour, Plant & Material Requirement Material
In compiling this method statement, it has been assumed that materials to be used
in the defined process have been subjected to an approval process and
subsequently approved by the Client’s nominated representative, as per the
contractual requirements.
- Installation of GI and PVC Conduits

Tools / Equipment

1. Hand Tools
2. Drill Machine
3. Measuring Equipments
4. Hacksaw
5. Pipe wrenches, Spanners etc.

1.0 Supervision Arrangements

1. The team of experienced supervisors, foreman, and technicians under the guidance of
the Site Engineer shall ensure the quality of the work and conforms to the latest
approved drawings.

2. The work shall be carried out under the supervision of a supervisor. The Site Engineer
will monitor the quality/work progress. The Site engineer shall be responsible for the
overall quality and progress of the work.

3. The Site Engineer shall inform QA/QC Engineer, of the readiness of the site. The work
further shall be checked and approved by the QA/QC Engineer.

4. The QA/QC Engineer shall raise all inspections to the Client to carry out a joint
inspection. The works are subject to the Consultant’s approval.

2.0 Health & Safety Requirements

HSE

1. All works are to be commenced by the FFTS HSE plan and the local HSE
regulations.

2. All Method statements and risk assessments are to be

addressed/communicated via briefing before commencing site work.

3. FFTS will comply with all local and UAE environmental procedures as per FFTS
Environmental policy

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 Fire

1. In the event of the occurrence of a fire outbreak during the course of the works, the
deployment of the first aid firefighting equipment shall be such as to be able to
contain and neutralize a minor outbreak. The Foreman/Supervisor shall determine if
the site-wide fire alarm system(s) should be activated in line with the assigned site
procedures.

2. Should it not be possible to extinguish the fire with the available equipment, then the
Foreman/Supervisor shall initiate the procedure for the safe evacuation of the site, as
defined within the Project Emergency Response Plan.

3. It shall be the responsibility of the Foreman/Supervisor to report the incident to the

designated Works Safety Officer. The Project HSE Manager shall compile an Incident
Report and issue the report to their immediate Project / Construction Manager for
onward submission to the Client’s Construction Managers (if applicable).

Accident

1. In the event of an accident the Foreman / Supervisor shall assess the situation and
determine the most appropriate action to take to ensure that the injured party is
safe.  If the injury is minor, the Foreman / Supervisor shall assign another operative to
accompany the injured person to the designated site first aid facility.
2. All accidents occurring on the site shall be reported to the designated HSE Officer and
recorded in the Incident Register.

Emergency site evacuation

The evacuation of the site during an emergency shall be dictated by the FFTS project
HSE plan and Project Emergency Response Plan.

Training

1. Full training about mandatory and job-specific PPE will be conducted (hard hat,
gloves, eye protection, harness, and safety shoes) on how to properly use, store and
dispose of.

2. Daily briefings shall be conducted on daily basis and before any execution of work (a
full briefing about the daily task to be communicated with all).

3.0 Environmental Requirements

1. FFTS will comply with all local and international regulations and standards as required
company’s HSE plan.

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 2. All works to be conducted by FFTS Sustainability Plan.

6. Inspection and Approval

1. On satisfactory completion of the installation the relevant internal inspection
will be carried out to ensure correct installation (as per the approved drawing,
specifications & method statement) before offering for client inspection.

2. On satisfactory completion of the internal inspection, a client inspection

request will be raised through Work Inspection Request, and a formal
inspection of the works carried out.

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