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OFFTAKER OWNER OWNER’S CONSULTANT EPC CONTRACTOR SUBCONTRACTOR
NAMA Wadi Noor Solar Power Worley Shanghai Electric Trade Links &
Company S.A.O.C Services Co. L.L.C
Project Cable Trench Works in OETC Grid Station of Manah I 500 MW Solar IPP
1.0 Objective
To define the step-by-step procedure for the safe construction of the electrical cable trench in OETC Grid
Station for Manah I 500 MW Solar IPP project.
2.0 Scope
This method statement covers the activities related to site marking, excavation, lean concrete,
reinforcement, formwork, concrete, bitumen protective coating application and backfilling for the
construction of the electrical cable trench as per specifications and drawings.
4.0 Abbreviations
PPE - Personal Protective Equipment
PTW - Permit to Work
PCC - Plain Cement Concrete
RCC - Reinforced Cement Concrete
OETC – Oman Electricity Transmission Company S.A.O.C
HSE – Health Safety & Environment
RFI – Request for Approval
MAS – Material Approval Sheet
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OFFTAKER OWNER OWNER’S CONSULTANT EPC CONTRACTOR SUBCONTRACTOR
NAMA Wadi Noor Solar Power Worley Shanghai Electric Trade Links &
Company S.A.O.C Services Co. L.L.C
Project Cable Trench Works in OETC Grid Station of Manah I 500 MW Solar IPP
Ensure all materials are inspected prior to utilizing at site.
Ensure the availability of required technical documents like approved method statement, IFC
Drawings at workplace.
Responsible for carrying out Stage inspections as per the project requirement.
Ensure the work is done by the qualified person
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OFFTAKER OWNER OWNER’S CONSULTANT EPC CONTRACTOR SUBCONTRACTOR
NAMA Wadi Noor Solar Power Worley Shanghai Electric Trade Links &
Company S.A.O.C Services Co. L.L.C
Project Cable Trench Works in OETC Grid Station of Manah I 500 MW Solar IPP
RMC
Shuttering oil
Bitumen Paint
Polythene sheets
Expansion Filler Board
Potable water
Curing Compound
Backfilling Soil
6.2 Equipment
Backhoe Loader
Wheel Loader
Skid steer Loader
Dumper
Total Station
Dumpy level
GPS
Hand tools as required
Water Tanker
Excavator
Tandem Roller
One Ton Roller Compactor
Plate Compactor
Boom Loader
Hiab/Crane with Bucket ( If Required)
Steel bending machine/ cutting machine
6.3 Personal Protective Equipment
Helmet
safety shoes
gloves
glasses
Reflective jackets
full body harness
Dust masks
earmuffs/plugs
Uniform
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OFFTAKER OWNER OWNER’S CONSULTANT EPC CONTRACTOR SUBCONTRACTOR
NAMA Wadi Noor Solar Power Worley Shanghai Electric Trade Links &
Company S.A.O.C Services Co. L.L.C
Project Cable Trench Works in OETC Grid Station of Manah I 500 MW Solar IPP
In areas where aggregate spread is present, remove the aggregate in the marked trench area using
manual labour/equipment.
Clear an additional 600mm width on both sides beyond trench edges to allow working space.
7.2 Excavation
Excavate using hydraulic excavator or manual labor.
The dimensions of the excavation shall be as per the Cable Trench Layout- Plan & Sections (OETC
GS) - MN1-SS-EM-DRW-YXX(E)-00026 Rev 00
Width of excavation to be minimum 600mm more than the trench width as per design. Allow
for working space.
Monitor for groundwater ingress. Use dewatering pumps if required.
7.3 PCC
Prior to any PCC laying, the stability of excavated walls shall be verified to ensure suitability
for subsequent works which include.
Checking for loose rocks or boulders on wall face that could become dislodged.
Visual inspection of all walls looking for signs of
Bulging, leaning, or movement of wall
Tension cracks behind top of wall
Seepage coming through wall face
Loose rocks or boulders on wall face that could become dislodged
areas of wall without soil cohesion
Check the center of the pit, its dimensions and orientation.
Check the pit properly and by removing all the excavated material (thickness 150mm).
Water the pit and ram it properly to get the proper compaction (97%).
Place 1000g polyethene sheet on the prepared surface.
Prepare the shuttering as per the specified size and place it properly.
Keep all the tools and machineries ready for cleaning, washing, lubricating etc.
Upon arrival of the concrete truck at site, the delivery challan is obtained from the driver and
checked for concrete grade, Quantity, and time of loading.
Pour the concrete in the required pit.
The sides of the shuttering should be tamped and finished to get a uniform finish.
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OFFTAKER OWNER OWNER’S CONSULTANT EPC CONTRACTOR SUBCONTRACTOR
NAMA Wadi Noor Solar Power Worley Shanghai Electric Trade Links &
Company S.A.O.C Services Co. L.L.C
Project Cable Trench Works in OETC Grid Station of Manah I 500 MW Solar IPP
7.5 Form Work
The fabricated shutters shall be free from oil, grease, concrete deposits, holes, gaps, split or other
defects, protruded nails, etc.
Before placing the form-work box, check the size and diagonals of each side of the box.
Shuttering or plywood Gaps to be fixed with shuttering tapes.
Before placing shuttering box for any structure clean the inner space of the box using shuttering
oil.
Watch the formwork during concreting. In case of minute leakage, bulge / sag; adjust it accordingly
before the initial set of concrete.
No formwork shall be removed before the concrete has developed sufficient strength to withstand
safely any stress to which the structure may then be subjected. The removal of the formwork shall
be carefully affected without shock or vibration to the concrete
During form removal, no damage to concrete surface shall be ensured
Clean & stack the removed form properly on even surface. Stack steel components, shutters,
supports; pins anchor plates, etc. in separate place without disturbing the next activities.
7.6 RCC
Ensure that formwork shall have inspected prior to start the concreting works.
Refer the specification of the concrete to be used.
Concrete shall be placed or poured within 2 hours (depends upon the admixtures) from place of
mixing to place of final deposit to prevent segregation & loss of ingredients.
Upon arrival of the concrete truck at site, the delivery challan is obtained from the driver and
checked for concrete grade, Quantity, and time of loading.
Delivery of concrete to the site shall be sampled & checked for the workability by the slump prior
to discharge into the work. When the concrete is to be placed in hot weather, it shall be insured
that the temperature is less than 32˚C.
Check for the proper form work and reinforcement as per the drawing before pouring the
concrete.
Concrete shall be placed in position & sequences as indicated in drawings shall be carried out
continuously up to the construction joints, position of which shall be well defined. Placing of
concrete shall be done preferably by pumping or bottom opening skips. When pouring from
height care shall be taken to prevent segregation.
The PCC surface should be made wet so that the water from the concrete is not absorbed.
While concreting make sure vibrator with needle is in place and its properly used all the time & if
it’s possible keep one more as spare.
Concrete cubes to be prepare while concreting & no of cubes are depending on volume of each
concreting time.
After concreting, concrete to be properly covered with polythene sheet or any sheets to avoid
the air cracks or any natural effect.
All the concrete surfaces below ground & up to 200mm above ground level shall be painted with
2 coats of bitumen amounting to 400 microns with each coat having a minimum dry film thickness
of 200 microns.
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OFFTAKER OWNER OWNER’S CONSULTANT EPC CONTRACTOR SUBCONTRACTOR
NAMA Wadi Noor Solar Power Worley Shanghai Electric Trade Links &
Company S.A.O.C Services Co. L.L.C
Project Cable Trench Works in OETC Grid Station of Manah I 500 MW Solar IPP
At all junctions between cast in situ and pre-cast sections an isolation joint of 12mm wide filled
with filler board and sealant to be provided.
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OFFTAKER OWNER OWNER’S CONSULTANT EPC CONTRACTOR SUBCONTRACTOR
NAMA Wadi Noor Solar Power Worley Shanghai Electric Trade Links &
Company S.A.O.C Services Co. L.L.C
Project Cable Trench Works in OETC Grid Station of Manah I 500 MW Solar IPP
vi. Concrete Pour Card - TLS/CV/CL/25/00
Identify and conduct inspections at hold points or witness points for critical stages as per
inspection test plan.
Measure and inspect dimensions, alignments, cover, spacing of reinforcements, formwork, and
finished concrete as per drawing.
Monitor water-cement ratios, curing, and protection procedures for concrete works.
8.2 Surveillance Testing
Visual examination of excavated surfaces and trimmed bottoms for acceptable bearing capacity.
Visual inspection of formwork and reinforcement before concrete placement.
Measure cover depth provided for reinforcements.
Test cube specimens to validate concrete strength.
Examine finished surfaces for defects and soundness.
Perform compaction test on the backfilled areas.
8.3 Reporting
Generate inspection requests (IR) for stage inspections in line with inspection test plan.
Prepare daily construction work progress reports
Compile weekly construction progress status detailing completed works, delays, quality issues
Update construction drawings with as-built changes observed
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OFFTAKER OWNER OWNER’S CONSULTANT EPC CONTRACTOR SUBCONTRACTOR
NAMA Wadi Noor Solar Power Worley Shanghai Electric Trade Links &
Company S.A.O.C Services Co. L.L.C
Project Cable Trench Works in OETC Grid Station of Manah I 500 MW Solar IPP
10.2 Housekeeping
Ensure organized storage of materials and tools not obstructing the area
Remove debris and waste materials regularly
10.3 PPE
Ensure mandatory use of standard PPE like safety shoes, helmets, gloves, eye protection.
Provide additional PPE like dust masks, ear plugs for specific tasks.
10.4 Electrical Safety
Train workers on electrical safety when working around substation.
Ensure safe handling and storage of electrical tools and cords.
10.5 Material Handling Safety
Manual lifting and material shifting as per ergonomic guidelines
Cranes and hoists to have updated test certificates.
10.6 Work Permit
Take all required work permits like excavation, working at height, hot work etc.
10.7 Fire Safety
Store flammable materials safely in proper containers
Hot works like welding/gas cutting to have fire watchers.
10.8 Traffic Management
Direct vehicle movement in one-way with speed limit
Ensure reversing alarm on vehicles
10.9 Inspection & Audit
Start of shift inspection by Site Safety Officer
Weekly inspection of tools, equipment, walkways, barricades etc.
10.10 Competency
Ensure operators and workers have requisite skill and training
10.11 Night Work
Arrange adequate area lighting for visibility
Reflective vests for high visibility of workforce
Safety measures to be implemented, monitored, and maintained at site throughout work duration
to prevent incidents.
11.0 Emergency Response Plan
Emergency Contacts: Maintain updated list of emergency contacts including ambulance, fire
brigade, police, hospital, project safety manager etc. Display contacts at site.
First Aid: Ensure trained first aid providers; well-stocked first aid kits; and first aid room/station at
site. Conduct regular inspection and replenish kits.
Fire Fighting: Provide ABC type fire extinguishers close to work area; ensure easy accessibility &
visibility. Conduct monthly checks. Train workers on using extinguishers.
Spill Response: Keep adequate stock of spill control material like sand, saw dust and spill kits at
site. Train workers on handling spills - contain, notify, cleanup.
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OFFTAKER OWNER OWNER’S CONSULTANT EPC CONTRACTOR SUBCONTRACTOR
NAMA Wadi Noor Solar Power Worley Shanghai Electric Trade Links &
Company S.A.O.C Services Co. L.L.C
Project Cable Trench Works in OETC Grid Station of Manah I 500 MW Solar IPP
Evacuation: Mark emergency assembly areas on site layout plan. Install signage. Prepare site
evacuation plan detailing exit routes, responsibilities etc. Conduct periodic evacuation drills.
Incident Reporting: Display emergency procedure for incident reporting. Train supervisors and
workers on incident reporting protocol. Maintain records of near misses, accidents and hospital
visits. Investigate incidents and implement preventive actions.
Alarms: Install visual and audible alarm system identifiable throughout site. Ensure regular
functioning. Make provisions for backup power supply. Train workers on alarm significance and
action on hearing signal.
Rescue Operations: Train and assign site personnel for rescue operations like operating
emergency equipment, first aid and evacuation. Provide equipment like ropes, stretchers, PPE.
Coordinate regular rescue drills.
12.0 Attachments
1. Check List
i. TLS/CV/CL/14/00 – PCC
ii. TLS/CV/CL/17/00 - RCC works
iii. TLS/CV/CL/18/00 - Rebar Fixing work
iv. TLS/CV/CL/26/01 - Form Work
v. TLS/CV/CL/27/00 – Bitumen Coating Work Inspection
vi. Concrete Pour Card - TLS/CV/CL/25/00
2. Risk Assessment
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