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CHECKLIST
Electrical
Ductbank Fabrication (Pre-Cast and Cast in Place) ASIC-P-1003
PROJECT TITLE: WER / BI / JO NUMBER CONTRACTOR / SUBCONTRACTOR

South Dhahran Home Ownership Project (SDHOP), District 2D & 2E

28-10005 (I) Azmeel And sinohydro Consortium CO.
(INFRASTRUCTURE)
Location

LAYOUT DRAWING NUMBER REV. NO. PURCHASE ORDER NUMBER

SCHEDULED INSPECTION DATE & TIME ACTUAL INSPECTION DATE & TIME WIR / RFI

ACCEPTED
ASITP NUMBER ACTIVITY NUMBER

ASITP-P-001-02 3.1
REJECTED
SDHOP INSPECTION LEVEL CONTRACTOR INSPECTION LEVEL

W H
ITEM
ACCEPTANCE CRITERIA REFERENCE PASS FAIL N/A REMARKS
No.

A. General Requirements

A1 Review documents for Material Receiving. Schedule Q 9.3.3

A2 Documentation for traceability reviewed and implemented Schedule Q 9.3.3

The Electrical installation shall comply with all applicable laws, rules
,regulations, standards, codes and ordinances of the local Authorities having Section 26 05 00
A3
Jurisdiction and other requirements specified in other Specification and Part 1.03
Contract Drawings.

Section 26 05 00
A4 Electrical materials shall be new and unused.
Part 2.01 B

Section 26 05 00
A5 Electrical materials shall be free of damage.
Part 2.01 D

B. Material Requirements - General

Conduit - Concrete-encased conduit shall be either (a) threaded, hot-dipped

galvanized rigid steel (GRS) per ANSI C80.1, (b) PVC plastic, Type EB-35 or
B1 SAES-P-104
DB-120 (minimum modulus of elasticity 500,000 psi) per NEMA TC 6&8, or (c)
PVC plastic, Type EPC-40-PVC (Rigid Schedule 40) per NEMA TC 2.

Conduit Minimum Size - Conduit shall be a minimum of 21 mm (¾ inch) trade

B2 size, except in the case of (a) instrumentation wiring or (b) non-industrial areas SAES-P-104
where 16 mm (½ inch) trade size is allowed.

Conduit Maximum Size - Conduit larger than 155 mm (6 inch) trade size shall
B3 not be used. SAES-P-104
(NFPA 70 NEC Art. 352.20(B))

PVC Conduit Color - PVC duct and conduit shall be gray in color. Other colors
B4 are acceptable only if approved. SAES-P-104
(NEMA TC 2 and TC-6&8, Sec 3.2)

Conduit Spacers - Fabricated spacers (SAMS No. 15-508-993, -997, 15-509-

B5 SAES-P-104
001, -005, -017, -021 or equivalent) shall be provided.

Conduit Spacers - Spacers shall provide a minimum conduit separation of 50

B6 mm (2 inches) for 53 mm (2 inch) trade-size conduits and larger, and 25 mm (1 SAES-P-104
inch) for 41 mm (1½ inch) trade-size conduits and smaller.

Conduit Ends - Bell end fittings or protective bushings shall be provided for
B7 SAES-P-104
each duct where it terminates.

Liquid Primer and Solvent for PVC Plastic - Solvent cements shall be in
accordance with ASTM D 2564 and primers in accordance with ASTM F 656 or
B8 SAES-P-104
approved equal standards.
(NEMA TC 2 and TC 6&8, Sec. 3.1.2)

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Electrical
Ductbank Fabrication (Pre-Cast and Cast in Place) ASIC-P-1003
PROJECT TITLE: WER / BI / JO NUMBER CONTRACTOR / SUBCONTRACTOR

South Dhahran Home Ownership Project (SDHOP), District 2D & 2E

28-10005 (I) Azmeel And sinohydro Consortium CO.
(INFRASTRUCTURE)

Liquid Primer and Solvent for PVC Plastic - Solvent cement and primer be the
B9 correct type (per conduit manufacturer instructions) and have a valid expiration SAES-P-104
date.

B10 New and Unused - Electrical materials shall be new and unused. SAES-P-104

As Designed - Electrical materials shall be in accordance with the Saudi

Aramco-approved project-specific design drawings, diagrams, schedules, lists,
B11 SAES-P-104
databases, and associated documents (in particular, raceway type and trade
size as shown on electrical BOM and raceway schedules).

B12 Free of Damage - Electrical materials shall be free of damage. SAES-P-104

QC before Installation - Electrical materials shall conform to all applicable

B13 requirements, standards, and specifications prior to release to be used as part SAES-P-104
of the work.

Identification - Electrical materials shall be identified by using tags, stamps,

B14 color coding, stencils or labels. The location and method of identification shall SAES-P-104
not affect the function or quality of the materials.

Traceability - Electrical materials shall be traceable from the manufacturer and

B15 supplier through delivery, storage, fabrication, erection, installation, repair, SAES-P-104
modification and use.

Concrete Mix - Concrete shall be in accordance with SAES-Q-001 and 09-

B16 SAMSS-097. [Confirmation by Civil QC counterpart - Mix design and batch SAES-P-104
plant are approved by SA.]

C. Material Requirements - PVC Types EB-35 and DB-120 Plastic Conduit and Fittings

PVC (Type EB and DB) Conduit Fittings - Fittings for NEMA TC 6 & 8 PVC SAES-P-104
C1
plastic conduit shall be in accordance with NEMA TC 9. Sec. 8.9.6

PVC (Type EB and DB) Conduit Materials Listings - Type EB-35 and DB-120
PVC plastic conduit, factory elbows, and PVC fittings shall be third-party listed
SAES-P-104
C2 as meeting the requirements of UL standards (UL 651A or 514C) or approved
Sec. 4.1
equal standards.
(NFPA 70 NEC Art. 352.6 and Annex A)

PVC (Type EB and DB) Conduit Markings - All required markings shall be
legible and so applied as to remain legible under normal handling and
installation practices. Duct shall be marked at intervals of 1.5 m (5 ft) or less
with the following:
a) Manufacturer’s name or trademark
SAES-P-104
C3 b) Nominal trade size or metric designator
Sec. 8.1.2
c) PVC cell classification: "PVC12254-B" for example
d) "NEMA TC6/TC8"
e) Type: "EB-35" or "DB-120"
f) Any additional marking deemed necessary by the manufacturer
(NEMA TC-6&8 Sec 6.1)

PVC (Type EB and DB) Conduit Dimensions - Dimensions shall meet the
requirements of Attachment 1 (Table 3-1) when determined in accordance with SAES-P-104
C4
Section 5.2. Sec. 8.1.2
(NEMA TC-6&8 Sec 3.3.1)

PVC (Type EB and DB) Conduit Length - The overall length (including the
integral bell or coupling) is commonly 6.10 m (+25 mm /–0 mm) (20 ft (+1/–0 SAES-P-104
C5
inches)). Other lengths are acceptable only if approved . Sec. 8.1.2
(NEMA TC-6&8 Sec 3.3.2)

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Electrical
Ductbank Fabrication (Pre-Cast and Cast in Place) ASIC-P-1003
PROJECT TITLE: WER / BI / JO NUMBER CONTRACTOR / SUBCONTRACTOR

South Dhahran Home Ownership Project (SDHOP), District 2D & 2E

28-10005 (I) Azmeel And sinohydro Consortium CO.
(INFRASTRUCTURE)

D. Installation and Final Fabrication Inspection (After Concrete Placement, Before Backfilling and Surface Construction, Before Cable Pulling)

D1 All the installation should follow approved drawings and project specifications SAES-P-104

D2 Comply with local Wiring Regulations for installation requirements SAES-P-104

Duct Bank Concrete Strength Test Results - In duct banks with GRS conduit,
unreinforced non-structural concrete [with minimum 28 day design compressive SAES-P-104
D3
strength of 14 Mpa (2000 psi)] shall be used. [Confirm Test Results with Civil Sec. 10.4.2.1
QC counterpart.]

Duct Bank Concrete Strength Test Results - In duct banks with PVC plastic
conduit, under areas with no traffic, or occasional traffic (including roads
SAES-P-104
D4 with occasional traffic), unreinforced non-structural concrete [with minimum 28
Sec. 10.4.2.2
day design compressive strength of 14 Mpa (2000 psi)] shall be used.
[Confirm Test Results with Civil QC counterpart.]

Duct Bank Concrete Strength Test Results - In duct banks with PVC plastic
conduit, under areas with frequent traffic, such as roads and parking lots
SAES-P-104
D5 inside plants or communities, reinforced concrete [with minimum 28 day design
Sec. 10.4.2.3
compressive strength of 28 Mpa (4000 psi)] shall be used. [Confirm Test
Results with Civil QC counterpart.]

Concrete Identification - The top layer of the concrete (5 mm or 3/16" minimum SAES-P-104
D6
thickness) shall be mixed with red dye. Sec. 10.4.7

PVC Conduit Mandrel Test (≥ 53 mm or 2 inch trade size conduit/duct) - After

the duct has been concrete encased check duct deflection by pulling a mandrel
through. Mandrels should be shaped such that the maximum mandrel OD
occurs over a very short distance (<25.4 mm or 1 inch). Ball-shaped mandrels SAES-P-104
D7 are commonly used, but many configurations are possible. The following chart Sec. 4.1
provides mandrel ODs. (NFPA 70 NEC Art. 110.3(B) and NEMA TCB 2 Sec.
(L))

Conduit Ends - Bell end fittings or protective bushings shall be provided on SAES-P-104
D8
each duct where it terminates. Sec. 10.4.6

Conduit Sealing (Hydrocarbon Facilities) - All manholes and hand holes

SAES-P-104
D9 inside hydrocarbon-handling plants shall be sealed with 3M Scotchcast Brand
Sec. 10.10
4416 Cable Duct Sealing Kits.

Conduit Sealing (other than Hydrocarbon Facilities)- The end(s) of ducts and
SAES-P-104
D10 conduit terminating below grade or in open air shall be sealed with duct sealing
Sec. 10.16
putty or an equivalent compound.

Conduit Sealing - Where a conduit enters from an underground system, the end
within the building shall be sealed with an identified compound so as to
prevent the entrance of moisture or gases, or it shall be so arranged to prevent
SAES-P-104
D11 moisture from contacting live parts. Spare or unused ducts and conduits shall
Sec. 4.1
also be sealed. Sealants shall be identified for use with the cable insulation,
shield, or other components.
(NFPA 70 NEC Art 300.50(E), 300.5(G), and 230.8)

Conduit Termination - A bushing, or terminal fitting, with an integral bushed

opening shall be used at the end of a duct or conduit that terminates
underground where the conductors or cables emerge as a direct burial wiring SAES-P-104
D12
method. A seal incorporating the physical protection characteristics of a Sec. 4.1
bushing shall be permitted to be used in lieu of a bushing.
(NFPA 70 NEC Art 300.5(H))

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Ductbank Fabrication (Pre-Cast and Cast in Place) ASIC-P-1003
PROJECT TITLE: WER / BI / JO NUMBER CONTRACTOR / SUBCONTRACTOR

South Dhahran Home Ownership Project (SDHOP), District 2D & 2E

28-10005 (I) Azmeel And sinohydro Consortium CO.
(INFRASTRUCTURE)

Install duct with minimum slope of 100 mm per 30 m Slope duct away from SECTION 16018
D13
building entrances. Part 2.2 B

Cut duct square using saw or pipe cutter; de-burr cut ends. SECTION 16018
D14
Insert duct to shoulder of fittings; fasten securely. Part 2.2 D

SECTION 16018
D15 Join PVC duct using adhesive as recommended by the conduit manufacturer.
Part 2.2 E

Wipe PVC duct dry and clean before joining. Apply full even coat of adhesive to
entire area on the inside of coupling fitting and on the outside of conduit ends. SECTION 16018
D16
Allow joint to cure for 20 minutes, minimum. Remove excess adhesive build-up Part 2.2 F
using a cleaning solvent as recommended by the conduit manufacturer.

Install no more than equivalent of four 90° bends between pull points.Duct
bank shall consist of either hot dipped galvanized rigid steel conduit encased
SECTION 16018
D17 in non-reinforced concrete or PVC conduit encased in reinforced concrete for
Part 2.2 H
high traffic areas and non-reinforced concrete for low or no traffic areas, as
shown on the Drawings.

The concrete shall extend at least 75 mm in all directions from the outside
surface of conduits or reinforced steel. The top layer of the concrete shall be SECTION 16018
D18
mixed with red dye 5 mm thickness minimum. Terminate duct using end bell or Part 2.2 I
protective bushings at both ends

When duct bank terminates, above grade and extensions of PVC conduits are
required, transition shall be made using threaded PVC to galvanized rigid steel SECTION 16018
D19
conduits adapters. In classified area, suitable sealing fittings and nipple, shall Part 2.2 J
be installed according to the Drawings.

Use manufacturer designed separators and chairs installed not greater than 2.4 SECTION 16018
D20
meter on centers. Makeshift conduit supports are not acceptable Part 2.2 K

Suitable connectors shall be used when joining PVC conduit to PVC coated SECTION 16018
D21
RGS conduit. Part 2.2 L

A nylon pull line of sufficient strength shall be left in place after the duct is SECTION 16018
D22
cleaned. Part 2.2 Q

Cables, of different voltages installed in a duct-bank system shall be

segregated by voltage levels. Separation of voltage levels shall be per SAES- J- SECTION 16018
D23
902, SAES-P-104, SDCS-02, SE1040521/SE1040522, the highest voltage at Part 2.2 T
the bottom and the lowest voltage at the top.

Provide conduit seals under the provisions of Section 16011 Conduit and Cable
Tray.Provide underground duct bank markers under the provision of Section SECTION 16018
D24
16018 Electrical Duct Bank. Part 2.2 U
Minimum of 20% spare conduit shall be in the duct bank.

SECTION 16018
D25 Minimum of 20% spare conduit shall be in the duct bank.
Part 2.2 W

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Electrical
Ductbank Fabrication (Pre-Cast and Cast in Place) ASIC-P-1003
PROJECT TITLE: WER / BI / JO NUMBER CONTRACTOR / SUBCONTRACTOR

South Dhahran Home Ownership Project (SDHOP), District 2D & 2E

28-10005 (I) Azmeel And sinohydro Consortium CO.
(INFRASTRUCTURE)

E. Mandrel Test (PRE-COMMISSIONING)

Verify that each new conduit is cleaned and tested (in both directions) with the
B1 appropriate size test mandrel. (Nominal Four inch inside diameter conduits SECTION 16018
must pass a 3-5/8 inch diameter x 12 inch length mandrel).

Ensure that the wooden mandrels used have a round, 3 5/8 inch diameter,
B2 SECTION 16018
square edged steel plate or cap on each end of the mandrel.

Ensure that the mandrel test is performed before concrete encasement and
B3 again after concrete encasement, and before doing any paving work over the SECTION 16018
conduits.
Snake and Swab Duct: Use caps to protect installed duct against entrance of
dirt and moisture. Mandrel shall be pulled in both directions; failure to freely
pass the mandrel in either direction shall constitute the failure of the specific
D22 conduit section. The failed section shall be replaced. SECTION 16018

REMARKS:

REFERENCE DOCUMENTS:
1. Schedule Q
2. SDHOP Specifications Section 16018 - ELECTRICAL DUCT BANK
3. ENGINEERING STANDARD SAES-P-104 - WIRING METHODS AND MATERIALS
NOTES:
1. Approved - Acceptable to the authority having jurisdiction (i.e., ARAMCO ID).
2. Identified - Recognizable as suitable for the specific application by a qualified testing laboratory (i.e., listing and/or labeling).
3. Listed - Equipment and materials included in a list published by an approved qualified organization concerned with evaluation of products
or services, that maintains periodic inspection of production of listed equipment or materials or periodic evaluation of services, and whose listing states
that the equipment, material, or services either meets appropriate designated standards or has been tested and found suitable for a specified purpose.
4. Labeled - Equipment or materials to which has been attached a label, symbol, or other identifying mark of an approved qualified organization concerned
with product evaluation, that maintains periodic inspection of production of labeled equipment or materials, and by whose labeling the manufacturer
indicates compliance with appropriate standards or performance in a specified manner.

Contractor / Third-Party SDHOP

Construction Representative* Construction Representative
Work is Complete and Ready for Inspection:
T&I Witnessed QC Record Reviewed Work Verified
Name, Initials and Date: Name, Initials and Date:

QC Inspector QA Inspector
Performed Inspection Work / Rework May Proceed T&I Witnessed QC Record Reviewed Work Verified
Name, Initials and Date: Name, Initials and Date:

QC Supervisor QA Supervisor
Quality Record Approved:
T&I Witnessed QC Record Reviewed Work Verified
Name, Organization,
Name, Sign and Date:
Initials and Date:

*Person Responsible for Completion of Quality Work / Test Y = YES N = NO F = FAILED

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Ductbank Fabrication (Pre-Cast and Cast in Place) ASIC-P-1003
PROJECT TITLE: WER / BI / JO NUMBER CONTRACTOR / SUBCONTRACTOR

South Dhahran Home Ownership Project (SDHOP), District 2D & 2E

28-10005 (I) Azmeel And sinohydro Consortium CO.
(INFRASTRUCTURE)

Attachment 1 -- NEMA TC 6 & 8 (Types EB-35 & DB-120)

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