MS For Fiber Optic Cable Installation, Termination, Splicing and Testing For Instrumentation

METHOD STATEMENT FOR
FIBER OPTIC CABLE PROJECT PROCEDURE

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Contract: 6600050506 (OOK) & 6600050503 (IK)

ARAMCO ASIA JAPAN K.K (AAJ) & SAUDI ARABIAN OIL COMPANY
Client’s Name: (SAUDI
ARAMCO)
Project Title: JFGP PKG3 - UTILITIES, SULFUR AND INTERCONNECTING SYSTEMS
Project Location: JAFURAH, KINGDOM OF SAUDI ARABIA
REV. A1 A2 00
Sig. Sig. Sig. Sig.
DATE 23. NOV. 23 14 DEC 23 25 DEC 23
J.G.LEE J.G.LEE J.G.LEE
ORIG. BY INSTRUMENT INSTRUMENT INSTRUMENT
ENGINEER ENGINEER ENGINEER
S.D.
REVIEW BY S.D. KANG S.D. KANG
QA MANAGER KANG QA MANAGER
QA MANAGER
M.W.KIM M.W.KIM M.W.KIM

APP. BY PROJECT
PROJECT MANAGER PROJECT MANAGER
MANAGER
CLIENT
APP
Issue History
Rev Reason for Issue
A1 Issue for Review and Approval
A2 Issue for Review (Comments Incorporated)
00 Issue for Construction (IFC)

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
1. PURPOSE ............................................................................................................... 3
2. SCOPE .................................................................................................................... 3
3. RESPONSIBILITIES ............................................................................................... 3
4. REFERENCE .......................................................................................................... 5
5. MATERIAL RECEIVING INSPECTION ................................................................... 8
6. STORAGE AND HANDLING .................................................................................. 8
7. WORK METHODOLOGY ........................................................................................ 9
A2 8. QUALITY INSPECTION ........................................................................................ 18
9. TESTING METHODOLOGY .................................................................................. 20

A2
10. TOOLS AND EQUIPMENT ................................................................................... 20
A2 11. HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION AND RISK REDUCTION ....................................... 21
A2 12. SAFETY ................................................................................................................ 24

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1. PURPOSE
The purpose of this Method Statement is to establish the general guidelines for Fiber Optic
Cable Installation, Termination, Splicing and Testing in order to assure that the works are in
compliance with the project drawings and specifications for JFGP2 - Utilities, Sulfur &
Interconnecting Systems Project.
2. SCOPE
This Method Statement covers the objective and requirement pertaining to the Fiber Optic
Cable installation, Termination, splicing and testing under the scope of inside Saudi Aramco
process plants for instrumentation and/or process control systems applications only.
3. RESPONSIBILITIES
3.1 CONSTRUCTION MANAGER
 Controlling the overall construction activities.
3.2 INSTRUMENT MANAGER / ENGINEER AND SUPERVISOR
They shall be responsible for the following:

 Coordinate the installation and modification activities with crew.
 Draw up installation/modification works and monitor progress.
 Implementation and supervision of work activities.
 Execution of the all the related works as per this method statement
 Notification to Quality Group (ARAMCO & CONTRACTOR) for inspection.
 Observance and enforcement of HSE standard and JSA control
measure/barriers.
3.3 WORK PERMIT RECEIVER / CABLE PULLER/ SPLICER / TERMINATOR
Work Permit Receiver shall initiate and complete all applicable section of the permit to work. He
should prescribe the work activities in the permit to work to ensure it is conducted in the most
efficient manner. Notifying the issue of work progress and completion and ensuring that the site
is returned to a safe and operational state. Providing and arranging all necessary resources
related with performing the work. Taking adequate care to preserve the permit in good condition.
 Personnel Qualification for Fiber Optic Cable Installation, Termination, Splicing,

Testing shall be submitted to SAUDI ARAMCO for review and Approval, thirty
(30) or more calendar days prior to the start of WORK.
 Certified and approved F.O cable splicer / Testing Technician will perform all F.O
Cable activities such as testing before material receiving of FO cables, and after
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cable pulling – splicing, termination and testing activities.
 Verify that personnel is/are stationed at the pull-through Maintenance Holes to:
 a) Alert the pulling personnel in the event of a mishap.
 b) Monitor the cable during the pulling process.
 c) Help with cable lubricating, as required.
 d) Help guide the cable into the duct on the opposite side of the Maintenance
Hole if the subduct is non-continuous through the Maintenance Hole.
 Ensure that all necessary equipment for splicing is calibrated and functioning
properly.
 All necessary working permits shall be obtained and RFI shall be submitted
within 24 hours prior to splicing.

3.4 QUALITY CONTROL MANAGER
 QC Manager shall be responsible for conducting surveillance and inspection

duties for work defined herein and efficient recording and reporting of the results
as required.
 Review this Method Statement.
 Review and approve Inspection and Test Plan (ITP).
3.5 QUALITY CONTROL SUPERVISOR
 Ensures supervision and coordination with QCIs for monitoring and inspection
of construction and erection work carried out by CONTRACTOR or Sub-
Contractors for the specialist disciplines within his area of responsibility.
 Coordinate with PID pertaining to inspection and any quality issue.
3.6 QUALITY CONTROL INSPECTOR
 Surveillance of all construction ongoing activities and issue RFI for final
inspection after completion of work.
 Ensures the performance of construction activities and technical assist for the
operations pertaining to the relevant construction discipline.
 Verify all equipment certificates of FO cable splicing and testing shall be
available at work location.
 Ensure splicing and testing shall be done with the presence of the PID. 
 OTDR and Power Meter Light Source shall be used for testing and fusion
splice machine for splicing.
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3.7 HSE MANAGER
 Controlling the overall HSE activities.
3.8 SAFETY OFFICER
 Responsible for monitoring and assist hazardous and unsafe situation.

Developing measure to assure personnel safety. Correct unsafe acts or
condition through the regular line of authority. To ensure that the company is in
compliance and adheres to occupational health and safety guidelines.
3.9 SAFETY SUPERVISOR
 Ensures supervision and coordination of safety activities on construction and

erection work carried out by Contractor or Sub-Contractors for the specialist
disciplines within his area of responsibility.
4. REFERENCE
4.1 GENERAL
The cut-off date of this series of Saudi Aramco Standard is on 31 March 2019.
4.2 SAUDI ARAMCO ENGINEERING STANDARDS
Document No. Document Title
SAEP-302 Waiver of a Mandatory Saudi Aramco Engineering Requirement
Design and Installation of Fiber Optic Cable Systems for Process Control
SAES-Z-020
Networks
SAES-Z-001 Process Control System
SAES-J-902 Electrical Systems for Instrumentation
SAES-T-624 Telecommunication Outside Plant – Fiber Optics
SAES-T-629 Telecommunication Buried Cable and Wire
SAES-T-632 Communication Splicing
SAES-T-911 Telecommunication – Conduit System Design
SAES-T-928 Telecommunication – OSP Buried Plant

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SAES-T-916 Telecommunication - Building Cable Systems, Pathways and Spaces

Grounding, Bonding, and Electrical Protection for Telecommunications
SAES-T-795
Facilities
A2 SAES-T-481 In Plant Voice Paging System
4.3 SAUDI ARAMCO MATERIALS SYSTEM SPECIFICATIONS

Outside Plant - Fiber Optic Cable Specifications (Single-Mode and Multi-
18-SAMSS-625
Mode)
4.4 INTERNATIONAL STANDARD

IEC International Electro Technical Commission
IEC 60874-14 Sectional Specification for Fiber Optic Connector Type SCFOC/2.5
IEC 60874-10 Sectional Specification for Fiber Optic Connector Type BFOC/2.5
IEC 60603-7 Connectors for Frequencies Below 3MHz for use with Printed Boards
ISO/IEC 11801 Information Technology – Generic Cabling for Customer Premises
UL Underwriters Laboratories
UL 444 Standards for Safety for Communications Cables, Third Edition
NEC National Electric code
NFC National Fire Code
NEMA National Electrical Manufacturers Association
SASO SAUDI ARABIAN STANDARDS ORGANIZATION
EIA/TIA Electronics Industries Association / Telecommunications Industry Association
EIA/TIA-568 SET Commercial Building Telecommunication Cabling Standard

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4.5 PROJECT DRAWINGS
Drawing No. Drawing Title

TA-556821-001 FIBER OPTIC NETWORK DIAGRAM – FIBER OPTIC NETWORK (PCS)
TD-557143-078 TYPICAL INSTALLATION FOR PEDESTAL & FIBER OPTIC CABLE
TA-556586 TYPICAL INSTALLATION FOR OSP
TB-557210 INSTRUMENT TRAY & TRENCH LAYOUT (UNIT 860)
TB-557222 INSTRUMENT MAIN CABLE ROUTING (UNIT 860)
4.6 SAUDI ARAMCO STANDARD DRAWING (SASD)
SASD No. Document Title

AB-036897 Buried Underground Cable Route Marker Post and Signs
AA-036373 Direct Buried/Encased Telecom Conduit
4.7 SAUDI ARAMCO GENERAL INSTRUCTION
No. Document Title

GI-0002 100 Work Permit System
GI 0002 709 Use of Portable Gas Monitors
GI 0005 002 Loss Prevention Policy Implementation
Street and Road Closure, Excavations, Reinstatement and Traffic
GI 1021 000
Controls
GI 002 709 Gas Testing Procedures
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4.8 INDUSTRY RELATED ORGANIZATION
BICSI Document Title

BICSI TDMM Telecom Distribution Methods Manual (Latest Version)
BICSI OSPDRM Outside Plant Design Reference Manual (Latest Version)
5. MATERIAL RECEIVING INSPECTION
 Fiber optic cable shall be tested on the cable drums (On-reel, OTDR) prior to
release / transport to the worksite.
 Fiber Optic cable shall be tested and shall fully comply with project standards
and specifications applicable.
 The splicing and testing operation must be performed by certified FO cable

splicer.
 The equipment to be utilized for testing is calibrated by Saudi Aramco

approved agency.
 The attenuation measurement shall be specified of wavelenght for

application is expressed in dB/km.
 Verify all the equipment and components received / comply with the project
PO specification and shall conform to all applicable requirements, standards
and specifications prior to release to be used as part of the work.
 Verify that material and accessories are in accordance with the Saudi Aramco
approved project specification,design,drawing,diagrams,schedules, list
database and associated design documents.
 Ensure the equipment and accessories shall be traceable from the

manufacturer and supplier through delivery, storage, fabrication, erection,
installation, repair, modification and use.
6. STORAGE AND HANDLING (AFTER HANDED OVER TO C&I TEAM)
1) Cable reels shall be transported and stored on edges of flanges only (not on flat side of
flanges). Reels shall be secured (all four corners) to prevent damage from load shifting
during transportation and storage. Cable reels shall be rolled in accordance with roll
directional arrows labelled on reel flanges.
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2) Lifting equipment, tools, rope, slings, men, and soil shall not contact the cable or cable
protective covering during transportation and handling. Mechanical force or pressure shall
not be applied to the cable surface during handling.
3) Cable reels shall be rolled on hard surfaces and not allowed to sink into soil during handling.
Reel flanges shall be cradled between the fork tines, and shall touch flange edges at all
four points.
4) Cable reels shall be aligned flange to flange in storage and shall be stored to provide
easy access for lifting and moving.
5) Cable ends shall be sealed (water and dust-proof seals) and firmly secured during
transportation and storage. If cable ends are exposed for on-reel testing or sampling, they
shall be re-sealed (water and dust-proof seals) and firmly secured. Cable reels shall be
stored away from open flame, fire, arc welding, brazing, grinding and other sources of
high heat or ignition.
6) Cable reels shall be stored away from chemicals and petroleum products (including
potential spilled liquids and spray mist).
7) Fiber Optic cable reels shall always stand upright.
7. WORK METHODOLOGY
7.1 Site Survey
Check Duct Bank & FO Cable Route as per drawing so as to determine exact
location of the trench / ductbank and relevant equipment needed to be installed.
(Clearance from Civil/Telecom )
Multiple fiber optic cables between two locations shall be diversely routed
to provide additional reliability and survivability as per SAES-Z-020 Para 5.2
7.2 Cable Installation
7.2.1 Cable Pulling
1) Cable pulling shall be done in a manner not to damage the cable. The workmen
are positioned correctly in a straight section of the trench and rollers with a skid
plates are used at bends. The minimum bending radius of the cable shall be
maintained as per the manufacturer’s recommendations, which is 20 times the
overall diameter of the cable when pulling the cable by hand. The pulling tension
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on the fiber optic cables shall not exceed 600 pounds, as per manufacturer’s
recommendations.
A. Under tension: Twenty times the cable diameter
B. Not under Tension: Ten times the cable diameter
2) During installation, construction must ensure that adequate slack or a loop is

provided at each end of the cable.
3) Laying the Cable on the Ground prior to pulling into buildings or through conduits
while installing cable on trays or in conduit, it’s common for a brief period to lay the
cable on the ground prior to cable pulling. This shall be done by maintaining the
manufacturer bending radius at 20 times the diameter in the figure eight (8).
Note: the area shall be properly barricaded off and the area is free from sharp
object.
4) Scrap pieces of fiber shall be cleaned up from the work site and properly discarded
in a container before leaving the work site.
5) On Reel FO cable testing shall do before and after cable pulling by the use of
A2 OTDR test equipment.
6) During cable pulling, pulling tension shall be monitored on the torque meter to
A2 ensure that this does not exceed the limit provided by the manufacturer.
7.2.2 Cable Pulling Guidelines for Fiber Optic Cable, Underground
1) Cable pulling and Reel Set-up
 All equipment required for proper pulling shall be operational and strategically
placed to avoid interruption of the installation process.
 Prior to commencing the cable pulling, all cable drums shall be set in place and
all necessary equipment, tools, and hardware set up to start the cable pull.
 Cable pulling shall not be started if it appears that climatic condition shall
deteriorate and cause the cable pulling sequence to be interrupted or delayed.
 Confirm that the underground conduit / duct installation is completed.
 Prior to pulling cable through ducts, ensure that they are cleaned and free from
debris.
 Prior to work on a pedestal, ensure that is properly cleaned.
2) Cable drum position
The cable drum is normally set-up with the leading end of the cable coming from
the top of the drum. A tendency for turns of cable to become loose and damage
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can result from pulling the cable from the bottom of the drum. The trench should
be properly cleaned out and free from any obstacles / debris.
3) Alignment of Cable Drum

The route profile shall be verified and studied before deciding at which end of the
cable route place the drum. To avoid excessive mechanical side wall pressure on
the cable as it is pulled around bends in duct or on rollers, the cable pulling
direction shall be arranged if possible such that these bends are negotiated at the
start of the pull rather than at the end.
Note: All handling of the cable shall be done smoothly and steadily without jerking
or sudden tension on the cable. With fiberoptic cable it is imperative that no kinking
of the cables occurs.
4) Setting of Cable Drum Jacks

The drum shall be raised about 25 cm by adjusting the jacks to gain the same level.
This is important to ensure smooth rotation of the drum when the pulling of cable
commences.
5) Removal Battens from Drum

The battens are to be taken off one by one by rotating the drum, taking care not to
damage the cable. Battens are to be removed only just before the actual time
pulling.
6) Preparation of communication Set
A means of communication between the drum side and the pull end side shall be
provided, i.e. flags, battery operated headphones, whistles, etc.
Note: It is very important that the cable is not bent to a radius below manufacturer’s
recommendation or is subjected to abnormal tension. The cable shall be laid
carefully so as not to be dropped on the ground. Cable must not be straightened
out by standing or jumping on the cable.
7.2.3 Cable Pulling Guidelines for Fiber Optic Cable, Aboveground
1) Confirm the size, type, orientation and location of FO cables in conformance with
drawings and client standards.
2) Confirm that the conduit / tray system is completed as per approved drawing.
3) Confirm that the final inspection of the cable tray system has been signed by all
relevant parties prior to cable pulling.
4) Cable wire to be installed with minimum amount of friction. Suitable lubricant to be
used (where necessary).
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5) Cables with metallic strength member or moisture barrier shall be terminated,

bonded together and grounded at all splice location as per relevant project
standards and specification.
6) Cable on trays to be dressed neatly and tied to tray at every 1.4 meters, depending
on the size of the cable. Cable tie shall be black and ultra violet resistant, except
for the trays inside the building where PVC ties can be used.
7) Where cables are laid on cable tray, cables shall be inspected to ensure the routing
is completed and free any sharp edges.
8) Where cables are pulled in conduits or ducts, cables shall be inspected to ensure
they are clean and free from foreign debris. A suitable pulling compound shall be
used while cables are being installed in conduit or ducts.
9) Where cables have been installed in trays and the cables are running from trays
to equipment, particular attention shall be made to ensure conduit raceway, boxes
and fitting are supported and secured properly as per approved detailed drawing.
10) Proper using of swivel for tension pulling and cable rollers to be installed as
required.
11) Temporary seal shall be placed at each end cable after pulling.
12) Ensure that the cable bending radius during and after pulling as per
manufacturer’s recommendation.
13) Provide a plastic or nylon pulling rope (size ¼ inches) with minimum test rating of
90 kg pulling tension in all entrance conduits.
7.3 CABLE SPLICING AND TERMINATION
7.3.1 General
1) The fiber shall be carefully handled to avoiding breaking or scratching the fiber
surface.
A2 2) Mechanical splices of fiber optic cable is not permitted by Saudi Aramco.
3) Fiber Optic cable shall not be cut for convenience in placing but rather shall be
A2 spliced in location provided for in the drawing.
4) FO cable splicer shall be certified by Aramco having valid SA splicer certificate

A2 and JCC card
5) Acceptance testing requirements for fiber optic cables shall comply

A2 the requirements stated in the table below, and five (5) basic tests for
fiber optic cables as follows, see Table 1. End-to-End Loss, On-reel,
Measuring Power (Power Meter Test), Link Test, Chromatic Dispersion
Coefficient”
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Table 1- Acceptance Testing Requirements

Test Requirements
1. End-to-End Loss (typically 100% of fibers in both directions, and100% of fiber splices and
conducted after completion of connections;(individual splice loss shall not exceed the following
installation and splicing, also limits; The maximum attenuation of each fiber within a cable, when
before installation of terminal normalized to a length of 1 km:
equipment’s using OTDR).
a) At wavelength = 1,300 nm, shall be 0.5 dB/km or less, and
b) At wavelength = 1,550 nm, shall be 0.3 dB/km or less.
c) Individual splice insertion loss shall be .05 dB average link
splice loss with no single splice loss above 0.1 dB for fusion
splices, and 0.1 dB average link splice loss with no single
splice loss above 0.2 dB for mechanical splices;
d) Connectors shall have insertion losses of 0.5 dB or less).
A2
2.On-Reel Acceptance test shall be performed on the table to

ensure materials quality prior to installation using OTDR
3.Measuring Power (Power Meter Each link shall be tested for zero transmission error
Test) performance at the highest bit rate expected to be
carried over the cable section. This test is to be
performed with a transmission analyzer.
4.Link Test Each link shall be tested for zero transmission error
performance at the highest bit rate expected to be
Commentary Note: carried
This type of testing is applicable for over the cable section. This test is to be performed
long haul networks to ensure proper with a transmission analyzer.
link performance and typically for back
bone fiber.
5.Chromatic Dispersion Coefficient Fiber Type Wavelength Maximum
Range (nm) Chromatic
Commentary Note: Dispersion
Coefficient [ps/(nm.km]
This type of testing is applicable for long haul
networks to ensure proper link performance and Zero- 1288-1339 3.5 Dispersion
typically for back bone fiber. 1271-1360 5.3
Dispersion 1525-1575 3.5 Shifted
Non-Zero 1530-1565 6.0 Dispersion
Shifted
6) Splice acceptance tests (individual splice insertion losses) shall be .05 dB

A2 average link splice loss with no single splice loss above 0.1 dB for fusion A
splices, and 0.1 dB average link splice loss with no single splice loss above .2
dB for mechanical splices; connectors shall have insertion losses of .5 dB or
less).
7) Splice fiber with approved fusion splicing equipment or approved mechanical

A2 Splice"
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8) At all buried splice locations, sufficient additional cable length (slack) shall be
A2
left to reach from the splice enclosure (or splice pit) to the inside of a cable
splicer's vehicle or other facility that maintains a suitable environment for
splicing fiber optic cable.
9) The Saudi Aramco Inspection Department shall be notified two

A2 working days prior to beginning any construction or testing so that all
necessary inspections can be scheduled.
7.3.2 Preparation for fusion splice and other requirements

1) Bond and ground all metallic members of the cable by an approved ground
connection.
2) While splicing the fiber, follow the manufacturer’s instruction for the splicing
equipment being used.
3) Use an approved buffer stripper.
4) Approved fiber coating stripper shall be used for the specific size fiber being
stripped.
5) Avoid excessive wiping (more than five times) to minimize damage to the bare
fiber.
6) Cleave the fiber with an approved cleaving tool. Do not use hand scribes for
cleaving.
7) If required wipe the fiber before and after cleaving to remove dirt or grease.
Note: An approved universal fiber optic cleaving tool shall be used and as per
manufacturer’s instruction.
7.4 FIBER PREPARATION
7.4.1 Choose a flat, level table approximately 90 x 120 cm (3 x 4 feet) in size as your
work area for this demonstration
7.4.2 After the hot knife is warmed up, use it to cut the fiber cable on which you
installed the ST® connectors in Lab. Cut the fiber about 1 meter (39
inches) from either end (this is about the midpoint of the fiber cable
assembly).
7.4.3 Insert one of the cut fiber ends into the Professional Fiber Cutter through
one of the center-most holes farthest from the cutting blade. Make certain
the fiber end extends slightly past the opposite end of the cutter body. Trim
the fiber by applying pressure to the cutter razor blade. Repeat with the
remaining fiber end.
7.4.4 The Fiber Optic Splice you will use in this activity is a capillary type. It is a
brass cylinder with two precision holes drilled through the center axis. The
smaller hole is drilled completely through, and is slightly larger than the
cladding diameter of the 1000 μm optical core/cladding fiber supplied with
this kit. The larger hole is slightly larger than the fiber jacket diameter and
is only partially drilled into each end.
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7.4.5 Hold the Micro-Strip fiber stripper in one hand and one length of fiber cable
in the other. Do not compress the handles of the strippers.
7.4.6 Insert the fiber cable through the hole (fiber guide) in the fiber stripper until
the fiber end aligns with the ruler markings for 6.3 mm (1/4 inch) on one
of the handles. Note: This may be the shortest marked length on the
stripper.
7.4.7 Squeeze the handles of the fiber stripper fully closed for five seconds and
then slightly release pressure on the handles.
7.4.8 While maintaining a slight constant pressure on the fiber stripper handles
pull the fiber cable away from the tool (a strong tug may be required).
7.4.9 You should now have a fiber cable that has its bare core and cladding
exposed for about 6.3 mm (1/4 inch).
7.4.10 Dip one of the stripped fiber ends into the vial of index-matching gel to
place a small bead of gel on the fiber end face. Slide the fiber end into the
brass Fiber Optic Splice until the fiber jacket seats.
7.4.11 You will use the 0.128-inch hex hole in the jaws of the crimping tool to
crimp the splice onto the fiber cable. It is the smallest of the holes in the
jaws that have six sides. If the crimping tool jaws are not fully open, slowly
squeeze the handles until the jaws fully close. Continue squeezing until
the latch mechanism releases. Make certain the end of the splice body
with the fiber is lined up with one side of the hex hole. The hex hole in the
crimp tool should overlap the splice body only where the fiber jacket is
inserted. Slowly squeeze the handles of the crimp tool until the jaws just
make contact with it. Do not apply any further pressure on the handles.
7.4.12 Make sure the fiber cable is still pushed completely into the splice. While
making certain the fiber cable and splice body do not move out of position,
slowly squeeze the handles to close the jaws until the tool bottoms and
springs open. The crimp is now complete.
7.4.13 Dip the remaining stripped fiber end into the vial of index-matching gel to
place a small bead of gel on the fiber end face. Slide the fiber into the
other end of the brass Fiber Optic Splice until the jacket seats.
7.4.14 Slide the appropriate boot onto the fiber / cable
1) Use the 1000-micron boot for micron Tight buffered, 1000 micron furcated.
2) For LC connectors, also slide the trigger onto the fiber / cable after installing
the boot.
7.4.15 1000 Micron tight buffered fibers
1) Using the strip length gauge and permanent marker, measure and mark from
the end of the buffered fiber.
2) To expose bare glass, remove the section of buffer and coating in two steps
using Dual hole miller tool.
3) For SC and ST compatible connectors, measure and place a visual mark on
the buffer an additional back from the end of the buffer. For LC connectors,
measure and mark the buffer back.
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4) Clean the bare fiber with two passes of a fiber wipe dampened with fiber optic
cleaning fluid
7.4.16 Jacketed Cable
Note: Take your time to do the following four steps correctly excessive yarn
length will have to be trimmed later. Yarn too short may result in weak strain
relief for the connector.
Note: When using this jacket stripping tool to strip buffer, do not attempt to
slide severed tube or jacket off the fibers with the sliding motion commonly
used the strip copper wire with this tool. Doing so many break the fibers.
1) Use the correct AWG size opening for the cable being used and strip off the
section of the outer jacket with the jacket stripping tool.
2) Use scissor to trim the aramid yarn jacket, flush with the end of the outer jacket.
3) Strip off the section of outer jacket, exposing of aramid yarn using the jacket
stripping tool.
4) Fold the aramid yarn back over the cable jacket and slide the crimp ring about
5 mm down the yarn to hold it out of the way.
5) Use the dual-hole miller tool to remove the of buffer and coating in two step.
Note: It is important to check the locations of the second mark after stripping.
For SC and ST compatible connectors, the mark must be near the edge of the
jacket. If necessary, work the buffer back into its original position in the jacket
as follows.
- Grasp the cable several inches behind the strip point.
6) Pull the cable until the second mark is near its starting position. SC and ST
compatible connectors near the edge of the jacket. Clean the bare fiber with
two passes of a fiber wipe dampened with fiber optic cleaning fluid. Do not
touch the bare fiber after cleaning it. Do not remove the visual mark.
7.5 FIBER CLEAVING
7.5.1 Cleaving Method Statement:

1) Ensure that both clamps are clean and free of fiber.
2) Squeeze buttons A and B at the same time to open the clamps.
3) Place the fiber in the slot so the:
- Bare fiber is in V-groove
- The buffer or coating is aligned with the alignment mark
- The fiber rest under the tab
4) Fully release button B, then release button A. Ensure that both the bare and
coated fiber with the alignment mark.
5) Slowly turn the knob 360 degrees to cleave the fiber.
6) Squeeze button A, remove the scrap fiber, and place it in the scrap fiber bin.
7) while holding onto the fiber, squeeze button B and remove the cleaved fiber.
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Note: Once the fiber is cleaved, do not clean the fiber or allow it to contact
anything. If the cleaved fiber does not contact something repeat the fiber
preparation and re-cleave.
7.6 CONNECTOR TERMINATION
7.6.1 Termination Process

1) Insert a cleaved fiber into the back of the lead in tube. Insert the fiber until you
feel it firmly stops against the fiber stub. While maintaining enough inward
pressure to create a slight bend in the fiber squeeze the cam button in until it
locks.
2) Check the termination lights.
- If the green light is illuminated, the termination was successful.
Note: The Green light ensures the proper termination of the connector.
However, it is not a substitute for system testing. Do not press the reset
button until the connector is removed from the tool.
- If the red light is illuminated, the termination was not successful.
Press the reset button and remove the fiber. Repeat the termination
process at step. If the red light continues to illuminate after two termination
attempts, press the reset button and remove the fiber. Repeat steps
starting at appropriate fiber preparation.
3) Release fiber and turn the knob 180 degrees in either direction.
- There may be slight resistance while turning the knob, this is normal
- Turning the crimp knobs crimps the lead in tube onto the fiber, thus locking
the connector to the fiber.
Note: Do not press the reset button until the connector is remove from the
tool.
4) Open the cover and gently slide the VFL coupler back into its starting position.
The coupler should not move freely if this is done correctly.
5) Slightly squeeze the load button to remove the connector. Lift straight up on
the connector and reinstall the clear ferrule dust cap.
6) When finished installing connectors, press the reset button, slide the power
switch to the off position, ensure VFL coupler is in the starting position, close
the cover, and returns the tool to the tool kit.
7.7 COMPLETING THE CONNECTOR ASSEMBLY
7.7.1 Complete the connector assembly process by following the appropriate steps
below by your connector type.
7.7.2 Jacketed Cables
1) Ensure the ferrule dust cap is installed.
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2) Hold the cable and slide the crimp ring back along the cable jacket to free the
aramid yarn.
3) Flare the yarn around the connector. The ends of the yarn should just touch
the back of the square cam. If the yarn is too long trim it now.
4) Hold the connector and push the crimp ring over the aramid yarn and against
the back of the connector cam.
5) Place the connector crimp ring into the opening of the crimp tool jaws.
6) Squeeze the handles shut until they automatically release. Indicating
completion of the crimp. Remove the connector and cable from the tool.
7) Proceed to description for your connector type below to complete the
connector assembly.
7.7.3 SC connectors
1) Ensure the clear ferrule dust cap is installed.
2) Slide the boot up the back of the connector until it reaches the cam.
3) Install the outer shroud by lining up the data code with the key side of the outer
shroud. Using the boot, push the unicam assembly into the outer shroud until
it snaps into place.
7.7.4 LC connectors
1) Ensure the clear ferrule dust cap is installed.
2) Remove the black load adapter.
3) Slide the trigger up to the back of the connector and latch its arms into the
windows of the housing.
4) While holding the connector by the front dust cap, slide the correct strain relief
boot up the back of the connector and under the trigger until it stops.
7.7.5 ST Connectors
1) Remove the black load adapter.
2) Reinstall the clear ferrule dust.
3) Slide the boot up the back of the connector until it reaches the cam.
8. QUALITY INSPECTION
 Upon completion of the installation, construction engineer/subcontractor shall

notify (by RFI) Contractor QC engineer and ARAMCO for the required inspection
to assure correct erection & installation as per requirements. Test results shall
be acceptable in accordance with Saudi ARAMCO Engineering Standards and
contractual requirements. The inspection results shall be documented on the
related reports/checklists (SATIP and SAIC).
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8.1 SAUDI ARAMCO TYPICAL INSPECTION PLAN (SATIP)
SATIP No. Document Title

SATIP-J-902-04 Fiber Optic Cable (PCS)
SATIP-T-624-01 Fiber Optic Communication cable (OSP/ISP/CO)
SATIP-T-628-01 Copper Communication Cable (OSP/ISP/CO)
SATIP-T-911-01 Underground Conduit System (Duct bank and Manhole)
SATIP-T-916-01 Building Premises Distribution System
SATIP-T-938-01 Outside Plant (OSP) System
8.2 SAUDI ARAMCO INSPECTION CHECKLIST (SAIC)
SAIC No. Document Title
SAIC-J-6622 Fiber Optic Cable - Material Receiving

Fiber Optic Cable Splicing/Testing Tools and Accessories -
SAIC-J-6623
Material Receiving
Fiber Optic Cable - Installation, Termination, Identification and
SAIC-J-6624
Pre-Commissioning
Fiber Optics Circuits-OSP- Single mode FOC cable - Material
SAIC-T-5401
receiving
Fiber Optics Circuits-OSP- Multimode Fiber Optic Cable -
SAIC-T-5402
Material Receiving
Fiber Optics Circuits-Bldg. Single Mode FOC cable - Material
SAIC-T-5403
Receiving
Fiber Optics Circuits-Optical Fiber Testing Accessories -
SAIC-T-5406
Material Receiving
Fiber Optic Circuits-OSP FOC Cable Installation, Splicing,
SAIC-T-5408
Termination and Identification
Fiber Optic Circuits-Inter and Intra Building OSP FOC Cable
SAIC-T-5409
Installation, Termination and Identification
8.3 SAUDI ARAMCO TEST REPORT (SATR)
SATR No. Document Title
SATR-J-6621 Fiber Optic Cable - Continuity Testing

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9. TESTING METHODOLOGY
9.1 END TO END ATTENUATION ACCEPTANCE TEST
9.1.1 End to end attenuation test shall be done after cable installation, cable splicing,
and cable connectors attached.
9.1.2 Measure the loss in one direction from location A up to location B the optical loss
A to B direction is measured at location B.
9.1.3 Measure the loss in the other direction from location B up to location A. The optical
loss in the B to A direction is measure at location A.
9.1.4 All cable splicing operation must be performed by a certified cable splicer. The
cable splicer / technician shall be Saudi Aramco certified or certified by a
recognized international standard organization.
9.1.5 Acceptance testing requirements for the fiber optics shall comply with the
requirements of the three (3) items of Table 1 of SAES-T-624, para. 7.1.
Commentary Note: only the item number 1, item number 2 and item number 3 of
Table 1 of SAES-T-624 are the applicable testing requirements because item
number 4 up to item number 6 are applicable only to long haul application.
9.1.6 Optical fiber cable acceptance test shall be recorded on the Optical Fiber cable
Acceptance Test Record (Exhibit 1) according to Table 2 instructions as per
SAES-T624 of para.7.6.
9.1.7 Copper and Fiber Optic cable testing and acceptance shall be performed in
accordance with the standard SAES-T-634, The tests and inspections shall be
A2
witnessed by the proponent representative, Inspection Department and other
involved stakeholders.
9.1.8 The maximum attenuation of each fiber within a cable ,when normalized to a
A2 length of 1 km.: a) At wavelength =1,300 nm, shall be 0.5 db/km or less, and b) At
wavelength = 1,550 nm, shall be 0.3 db/km or less.
9.1.9 End-to-end testing shall be carried out on all outside plant fiber optic cable facilities
A2 (defined as the span of fiber from the transmitter to the receiver) to document the
overall optical loss.”
10. TOOLS AND EQUIPMENT
 Safety glass with side shield

 Optical fiber splicing kit
 Lint free tissue
 Isopropyl alcohol
 Approved cable cleaner
 Approved cleaver tool
 Mean of communication
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 Approved mechanical stripping tool

 Cable pulling lubricant (Do not use petroleum-based lubricants).
 Cable pulling swivel (maximum ⅞-inch diameter).
 Cable pulling basket.
 Cable pulling tension monitoring device.
 Cable rollers.
 Fusion type splicing machine.
 OTDR and other applicable test equipment.
 Hot knife with blade attachment and stand
 Professional Fiber Cutter
 Micro-Strip fiber stripper
 Fiber optic crimping tool
 Fiber optic inspection microscope
 Vial of index-matching gel
 Fiber optic Fusion splicer (Calibrated Unit)
 2-meter fiber cable with ST® connectors on both ends
 Fiber Optic Demonstration System (plastic or glass model)
11. HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION AND RISK REDUCTION
Task Potential Hazard Control Measure

 Slips,  Wear PPE.
1.General Trips,  Clean the working area prior to start of the
Falls work.
 Personnel shall stand clear of materials and
shall not put themselves between materials
 Injury to
being loaded and unloaded.
personnel.
2.Material  Use the tag line to control the load from
 Damage to
Loading movement
material/equipment.
Unloading  Certified equipment with qualified operator and
 Potential
riggers to be assigned.
damage to asset.
 General PPE with high visible cloth and hand
gloves.
 Shall not exceed the lifting capabilities
 Dropped loads
3.Manual (20kg/person).
 Nips, Cuts,
handling  Wear PPE to protect feet and legs.
Abrasions
 Load shall be secured prior to lift.
 Collapse of the
 Never overload the scaffold load capacity,
scaffold
4.Scaffolding personnel working on scaffold shall be aware
 Fall
of its intended supporting capability and not
 Falling object
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overload the scaffold under any

circumstance.
 No person will modify, erect or dismantle the
scaffold except authorized/certified
scaffolders.
 Suitable means for fall protection shall be
provided and implemented. Adequate means
for access shall be provided.
 Scaffold materials shall be in good condition.
 Materials and tools on scaffold shall be
secured properly.
 Erected scaffolds shall be checked, approved
and tag by qualified safety personnel.
 Scaffolds that are incomplete i.e. missing hand
rails, decking, toe board etc. shall require uses
to wear full body harness when working at 1.8
meters or higher.
 Full body harness shall be worn continuously
when working on heights 1.8 meters or
greater. Secure the ladder by tied off, and
 Fall to the install railing.
different level  Proper housekeeping, access free from
5.Working  Fall on same obstruction.
At height level (slip, trip)  Secure material / tools at height, barricade the
 Falling of object working area.
 Vertigo  Personnel shall ensure that they are capable
of undertaking the task, both physically and
mentally and do not work outside their own
capabilities.
 Wear harness.
 Any mobile equipment which is taken to be
platform shall be stored in safe manner and out
of access/egress routes.
 Striking object
 Red and white warning tape shall be used to
 Tip over
highlight any objects which protrude into
6.Moving  Stuck by falling
access/egress routes.
Platform object
 Do not exceed the vertical or horizontal reach
 Lift overturn
limit or the specified loading capacity of the lift.
 Fall
 Keep all co-workers and unauthorized person
out from underneath a raised boom.
 Ensure that materials and tools must be secure
properly from the bucket.
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 Always set the brake before engaging the

power or lowering the out rigger.
 Keep both feet on the floor of the bucket.
 Weight of the operator and tools shall not
exceed the load limit set by the manufacturer.
 Do not lean over the bucket or reach too far not
to lose his balance.
 Do not use the metal brighter when other large
 Electric shock equipment is in operation.
7.Operating  Equipment  Protect the equipment against water when
Metal Brighter Malfunction working.
Equipment  Suffocation in  Forced air shall be provided to clear the
Confined space atmosphere of dust & smell.
 All exposed service utilities shall be

 Damage to protected.
services  Adequate access/egress shall be
provided.
8.Excavation  Barricade and warning signs shall be
provided at all excavated area.
 Excavation greater than 1.2m shall be
 Fall of considered confined spaces and confined
Personnel/ space requirements shall be applied to
Equipment the work.
 Proper selection, installation, insulation, used
and maintenance to avoid electrical hazards.
 Do not over load the voltage rated capacity,
good condition of electrical tools and colour
coded prior to use.
 Visual inspection of cables for any damage
prior to use.
 Use proper fire extinguisher for electrical,
 Electrocution
proper housekeeping.
9.Electrical  Fire hazard
 Proper arrangement of tools and materials.
 Injuries
 Keeps access working free from obstruction.
 Cables shall not across to the doors or access
way, recoil excess cable if not required.
 Keep away fingers from pinch point.
 Use right tools for the right job.
 Protect sharp edge as much as possible.
 Apply Lock out Tag Out requirements and de-
energize all circuits before beginning any
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electrical work. Follows site Emergency

Response Plan requirements.
 Proper emergency communication equipment

shall be available.
 Accidents  Emergency contact number and approved MS
10.Emergency
 Bodily injuries shall be displayed clearly.
 First-aider & paramedics shall respond to the
accident immediately when it happened.
12. SAFETY
Fiber Optic Cable Installation, Splicing and Testing works shall always be carried out in a
safe manner, with all site personnel, staff and worker, fully adopting the project safety
requirements.
All parties shall be particularly aware of safety requirements concerning working in trenches
for Cabling Pulling, Splicing and Testing.
All underground fiber optic cable installation shall comply with the safety requirements.
Warning device which are to be used by telecommunication personnel at work locations
involving underground buried or aerial plant.
Protective equipment is to be worn by personnel during highway flagging operations or

whatever the work area exposes personnel to hazardous traffic condition.
The manhole ladder should be placed so that the worker faces oncoming traffic during
entrance to or exit from the work area.
The manhole shield may be installed to keep water and windblown trash out of the manholes
by merely turning the shield over.
Warning standards “Men Working” with yoke the flag is to be used to alert oncoming traffic
to the presence of telecommunication personnel.
Safety Officers on site should see to it that all workers observe safety standards prior to
starting the work and that zero accidents should be the priority.

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METHOD STATEMENT FOR

FIBER OPTIC CABLE PROJECT PROCEDURE

Contract: 6600050506 (OOK) & 6600050503 (IK)

Project Location: JAFURAH, KINGDOM OF SAUDI ARABIA

M.W.KIM M.W.KIM M.W.KIM

Rev Reason for Issue

A1 Issue for Review and Approval

A2 Issue for Review (Comments Incorporated)

00 Issue for Construction (IFC)

5. MATERIAL RECEIVING INSPECTION ................................................................... 8

6. STORAGE AND HANDLING .................................................................................. 8

7. WORK METHODOLOGY ........................................................................................ 9

A2 8. QUALITY INSPECTION ........................................................................................ 18

9. TESTING METHODOLOGY .................................................................................. 20

A2 11. HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION AND RISK REDUCTION ....................................... 21

A2 12. SAFETY ................................................................................................................ 24

3.1 CONSTRUCTION MANAGER

 Controlling the overall construction activities.

3.2 INSTRUMENT MANAGER / ENGINEER AND SUPERVISOR

They shall be responsible for the following:

3.3 WORK PERMIT RECEIVER / CABLE PULLER/ SPLICER / TERMINATOR

 Personnel Qualification for Fiber Optic Cable Installation, Termination, Splicing,

cable pulling – splicing, termination and testing activities.

 QC Manager shall be responsible for conducting surveillance and inspection

3.5 QUALITY CONTROL SUPERVISOR

3.6 QUALITY CONTROL INSPECTOR

3.7 HSE MANAGER

 Controlling the overall HSE activities.

3.8 SAFETY OFFICER

 Responsible for monitoring and assist hazardous and unsafe situation.

3.9 SAFETY SUPERVISOR

 Ensures supervision and coordination of safety activities on construction and

4.2 SAUDI ARAMCO ENGINEERING STANDARDS

Document No. Document Title

SAEP-302 Waiver of a Mandatory Saudi Aramco Engineering Requirement

SAES-Z-001 Process Control System

SAES-J-902 Electrical Systems for Instrumentation

SAES-T-624 Telecommunication Outside Plant – Fiber Optics

SAES-T-629 Telecommunication Buried Cable and Wire

SAES-T-632 Communication Splicing

SAES-T-911 Telecommunication – Conduit System Design

SAES-T-928 Telecommunication – OSP Buried Plant

SAES-T-916 Telecommunication - Building Cable Systems, Pathways and Spaces

4.3 SAUDI ARAMCO MATERIALS SYSTEM SPECIFICATIONS

Document No. Document Title

4.4 INTERNATIONAL STANDARD

Document No. Document Title

ISO/IEC 11801 Information Technology – Generic Cabling for Customer Premises

UL 444 Standards for Safety for Communications Cables, Third Edition

NEC National Electric code

NFC National Fire Code

NEMA National Electrical Manufacturers Association

SASO SAUDI ARABIAN STANDARDS ORGANIZATION

EIA/TIA Electronics Industries Association / Telecommunications Industry Association

EIA/TIA-568 SET Commercial Building Telecommunication Cabling Standard

4.5 PROJECT DRAWINGS

Drawing No. Drawing Title

4.6 SAUDI ARAMCO STANDARD DRAWING (SASD)

SASD No. Document Title

4.7 SAUDI ARAMCO GENERAL INSTRUCTION

No. Document Title

4.8 INDUSTRY RELATED ORGANIZATION

BICSI Document Title

5. MATERIAL RECEIVING INSPECTION