METHOD STATEMENT FOR 230KV

CABLE JOINT ASSEMBLY

Cables Accessories

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 TABLE OF CONTENTS

1. INTRODUCTION

1.1 SCOPE
1.2 GENERAL
1.3 RECOMMENDATION

2. REFERENCES

2.1 MOBILIZATION
2.2 EQUIPMENT REQUIRED
2.3 LIST OF PERMITS REQUIRED
2.4 SAFETY
2.5 WORKMANSHIP
2.6 GENERAL
2.7 WORKING INSTRUCTIONS
2.8 QUALITY CONTROL
2.9 DEMOBILIZATION
2.10 REFERENCE DOCUMENTS
2.11 SHEATH AND PHASE IDENTIFICATION TEST
2.12 JOINT CABINET
2.13 PROCEDURE FOR OUTDOOR SEALING END ASSEMBLY

3. RISK ASSESSMENT
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1. INTRODUCTION

The purpose of this method statement is to provide safe, quality working practices for the assembly of
the cable accessories, the brief scope of work is as follows:

1.1 SCOPE

This procedure applies to assembly of cable joint accessories.

1.2 GENERAL

The method statement is to ensure that the safe and proper handling of the product at site during
assembly the cable accessories, the safety notes and work instruction provided in this method
statement must be followed in strict accordance with local safety regulations, all the instruction
should be read completely before carrying out the assembly work.

1.3 RECOMMENDATION

a) Only qualified and trained people can do the following assembly.

b) Before starting assembly, check the presence of all following documents:
- Drawing of Cable accessories.
- Technical Data Sheet of Cable accessories Assembly
- Schematic Diagram
- Installation Instruction Manual
c) Use only the delivered products in the consignment. The storage or the lifetime conditions
must conform to instructions on the subject.
d) Check the cleanliness of all accessory’s parts.
e) Ensure that the requirements of security are respected.
f) All the controls to be done during assembly are mentioned on the according documents.

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2. REFERENCES

2.1 MOBILIZATION

a) Ensure that the approvals from concerned authorities are available for stationing of
the equipment.
b) Receive 1 set of latest “Approval for Construction” drawings.
c) Receive 1 set of Installation Manual.
d) Receive 1 set of Schematic Diagram.

2.2 EQUIPMENTS REQUIRED

Installation Equipment:
a) Heating tubes/mats.
b) AL angles for cable alignment.
c) Hydraulic press.
d) Semi-conductor removing tool.
e) Insulator removing tool for making cone.
f) Installation cutting tool.
g) Electric saw.
h) Pipe cutter.
i) Air blower.
j) Drill sets different types.
k) Connector, Crimper & Dies.
l) Hand Winch assembly.
m) LPG cylinder + hose + regulator.

Hand Tools:
a) Files set.
b) Hammers sets
c) Cutting knife sets
d) Allen key sets
e) Socket set
f) Pliers
g) Spanners set.
h) Wrenches set.
i) Torque wrench
j) Cutter knives

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 2.3 LIST OF PERMITS REQUIRED

a) PTW – (Permit to Work).

b) Hot work permit for required actions as per Risk Assessment.
c) Other safety permits as per site requirements.

2.4 SAFETY

Ensure that the safety of personnel and the equipment throughout the operation in accordance
with the consultant requirements.

2.5 WORKMANSHIP

a) All activities confirm to given requirement / specification or drawing / sketches.

b) Accepted practices are followed, neatness and good housekeeping are maintained.
c) Requirement of these work instruction are complied with manufacturer requirement and client
specification.

2.6 GENERAL

a) Refer to the manufacturer’s recommendation for handling the Cable accessories.

b) Organize all the necessary equipment at the site.
c) Study the cable route to plan for proper divisions of the route into different section.

2.7 WORKING INSTRUCTIONS

a) The work area has to be dry and clean.

b) Arrange lifting machine and all required for scaffolding work (if required)
c) Use of damaged or unclean materials should be avoided.
d) Use eye and hand protection when using cleaning fluids
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e) Use gloves when greasing.
f) Do not use any form of knife when handling silicone parts

2.8 QUALITY CONTROL

a) Ensure that the job is carried out according to this work instruction.
b) Record the details of the cable accessories assembly if required.
c) Notify the consultant/client at least 48hrs in advance for the inspection of the Cable accessories
arrangement and witnessing of Assembly.

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 2.9 DEMOBILIZATION

After completing the work demobilize all the equipment, clean and clear the site.

2.10 REFERENCE DOCUMENTS

a) Detailed drawing of HV Cable accessories

b) Technical data sheet for Cable accessories.
c) Assembly instruction from the manufacturer

2.11 SHEATH AND PHASE IDENTIFICATION TEST

Sheath test and phase identification test shall be carried out before starting of the cable
accessories assembly work and measured value shall be recorded (Not scope of Brugg)

2.12 JOINT CABINET

Cable accessories assembly work shall be done inside airconditioned JB container/ Tent for
avoiding the dust, moisture etc.

2.13 PROCEDURE FOR CABLE ACCESSORIES ASSEMBLY

The complete procedure for Cable accessories assembly work is to be carried out as per following
manufacturer instruction and recommendation.

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 Risk Assessment for Cable Accessories
Activity Hazard
- Improper use of hand
tools, defected hand
tools.
- Defective LPG cylinder
and gas torch.
- Live cables and
equipment.
- Unskilled and untrained
- Cable Joint equipment operator.
installation - No guarded equipment.
- Poorly maintained.
/Defective cable cutter,
crimping equipment.
- No barricade at
activity location.
- Slip, trip and fall of
person.
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Risk Risk
Evaluation level
Consequences / Impact (H/M/L) Recommended Control Measures
P S
- Correct use of hand tools,
defective tools to be checked prior
to work.
- LPG cylinder and gas torch to be
inspected prior to work.
- Appropriate PPEs like proper gloves,
safety boot, safety vest and goggles.
- Ensure defective cable cutter,
crimping equipment in good
- Injury due to no guarded operation condition and regularly
running parts. maintained.
- Ensure equipment operators are
- Electrocution. B 4 M
trained.
- Injury duo to fire
- Electrical shock - All equipment to be earthed properly.
- LOTO
- Pain to arm, shoulder.
- Working area to be
barricaded properly with sign
boards.
- Avoid working close to other
live cables/apparatus.
- Training to be provided.
- Competent person in supervision.
- Maintain good housekeeping.
 RISK MATRIX

The risk matrix is divided into three risk categories as defined below:

High risk (H): Unacceptably high:

This level of risk exposes the company to intolerable losses to people, assets and or environment. The
hazard should be eliminated its risk to tolerable levels immediately. Action must be taken immediately to
lower the risk.

Medium risk (M): Acceptable but must be managed ASAP:

The hazard(s) must be managed to reduce the frequency and/or the severity of the hazardous events.
Risk reduction measures must be planned and documented.

Low risk (L): Acceptable without required further action:

Correction(s) may be applied as resources allow.

PROBABILITY
A B C D E
Severity People Assets Improbable Remote Occasional Probable Frequent

5. Catastrophic Multiple Fatalities Extensive damage

4. Severe Fatalities Major damage

3. Critical Major injury Local damage
2. Marginal Minor injury Minor damage
1. Negligible Slight injury Slight damage

High risk
Medium risk
Low risk

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