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Method Statement For Installation of Earthing & Lightning Protection
Method Statement For Installation of Earthing & Lightning Protection
Method Statement For Installation of Earthing & Lightning Protection
Project name NUDRA PRIVATE VILLAS, PLOT NO. A3 & A4 Project no M1515
Status Comment
A Accepted
The RAMS documentation submitted by the subcontractor should include the following
RISK ASSESSMENTS Yes No PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT Yes No
COSHH Yes No EMERGENCY ARRANGEMENTS Yes No
FULL DESCRIPTION OF METHODOLOGY AND MATERIALS, WASTE REMOVAL
Yes No Yes No
SEQUENCE OF WORK HOUSEKEEPING AND STORAGE
ACCESS / EGRESS Yes No ENVIRONMENTAL Yes No
OCCUPATIONAL HEALTH Yes No LOGISTICS Yes No
WORK AT HEIGHT Yes No TECHNICAL INFORMATION Yes No
COMMUNICATION/MANAGEMENT/
PLANT / EQUIPMENT/TOOLS Yes No Yes No
TRAINING
PERMITS Yes No Yes No
Please note – referring to the RAMS Pro Forma (SAF 072) will assist in what information is needed
Sl Comments Reply
No
1 Installation check list form Noted, please refer to the attached check list (Refer page 77)
is missing
2 T&C procedure with testing Noted, please refer to the revised method statement & attached
check list form is missing test format. (Refer page 73)
3 Test point installation Noted, Consider with nearest accessible location of each down
procedure on each down conductor.
conductor to be considered.
4 Surge protection devices Comply by LV switchgear supplier.
selection to be considered.
5 95mm2 bare copper Noted & Comply.
conductor counterpoise and 95mm2 Counterpoise bare copper conductor
piles installation to be employed for pile to pile looping.
reflected Please refer revised LPS layout submitted for
approval (Rev.01).
6 Individual reinforced re-bars Noted & Comply.
down conductors’ size and
installation to be considered.
7 Calculation including risk Noted, please refer to the attached risk analysis and separation
analysis and separation distance calculation. (Please refer 61)
distance to be considered
8 Exothermal welding Exothermal welding if required only for the joints, we are not
procedure, tools and kits to considered exothermic welding for this project.
be mentioned.
9 There is no parapet in the top Noted.
of roof
10 Field test report including: Noted.
test procedures used and test
conditions, test results,
results of failed tests and
corrective action taken to
achieve test results
11 Four pole test method to be Noted, Overall electrical continuity of the down conductor
provided to ensure measure from lower to upper level shall not be greater than 0.2
acceptance of reinforced ohm.
rebar resistance 0.2 ohm
12 All mechanical equipment Noted, please refer to the attached risk analysis and separation
and steel element bonding. distance. (Please refer page 61)
13 Calibration certificate for test Noted, please refer to the attached Calibration certificate for test
devise to be mentioned devise. (Please refer page 74)
14 10 ohm resistance value Noted.
mentioned on LV earthing
procedure to be revised as
per specifications and ADDC
regulation
RISK ASSESSMENT METHOD STATEMENT
Prepared By: Anu Baby Approved By: Vishnu Mohan Rev. Date: 19/05/2021
Project name Nudra Private Villas, Plot No. A3 & A4 Project No M1515
Saadiyat Island, Abu Dhabi, UAE
Contents
Section A Register of Revisions
Section B Scope of Works to be undertaken
Section C Location of the Project
Section D Location of the Works to be Undertaken with the Project
Section E Site Access/Egress and Access to the Work Zone
Section F Emergency Contacts Details and Procedures
Section G McLaren Site Specific HSE Safety Induction
Section H Welfare facilities
Section I Personal Protective Equipment
Section J Plant/Equipment and tools to be Used
Section K Materials To be used
Section L Temporary Works
Section M Inspection and Test Regime
Section N Communication/Toolbox Talks/Training Requirements
Section O Works Permits
Section P Environmental and Waste Management
Section Q Programme for the Works
Section R Housekeeping and Storage
Section S Working at Height
Section T Occupational Health
Section U Sequence of Works/Activities
Appendices
Appendix A Site Logistic Plans and Other Design Information Relative to the Works
Appendix B Crisis/Emergency Plan
Appendix C COSHH Assessments and Material Data Sheets
Appendix D Risk Assessments
Appendix E Technical Information
Appendix F Inspection and Test Plans
Appendix G Third Party competency/certifications
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Rev. No Date Reason for Amendment Amended By Signature Has this amendment been
(Name) briefed to the operatives
involved and have the
operatives signed the register?
00 29.04.2021 Consultant comments Mr. Anu Baby
This method statement has been prepared in conjunction with the following documents;
The work describes for Installation of Earthing & Lightning protection Systems work at Nudra Beach villa construction
area to carry out strictly in accordance with the requirements specified in the relevant specifications.
The following Critical Hazards have been identified during the preparation of the scope of works, please refer to the
Risk Assessments within Appendix D.
During the preparation of this RAMS, the critical hazard/Risks below have been identified, a detailed Risk Assessment
has been carried out for the task, enclosed along with this document.
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1. Working at height.
2. Manual Handling.
3. Slip Trips and Falls.
4. Falling objects
5. Electric shock
6. Electrocution
7. Excavation
8 Operating Earth Drilling Machine
9 Direct sunlight
10. Traffic/Plant Movement
11. Protruding Objects
12. Covid-19 Pandemic
Section C- Location of the Project
Location of the Project:
Existing Services
MCL will obtain current drawings and/ or other suitable information regarding buried services in the area
from the master developer/ PMO and obtain NOCs from the relevant authorities.
A full survey shall be undertaken to confirm the location of all services, this includes an underground service
scan and hand excavated trial trenches at agreed locations around the project to locate any services running
into, or close to the plot.
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In case of an Emergency/fire Alarm, all operatives, Staff and Visitors are required to report to the Assembly Point,
which is indicated on the site logistics drawing, as indicated by the symbol below. A roll call will be taken and registers
checked to ensure that everyone is accounted for. No one will be allowed to leave the assembly point until the
Emergency Response Controller confirms that it is safe to do so.
Please refer to the attached Crisis/Emergency Plan, (Appendix B) which is to be implemented where the need arises.
The Qualified First Aiders for the Project are listed below, and the first Aid Boxes will be available within the First Aid
Room and in the Main Office Reception.
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On completion of the HSE induction, those involved in this activity will be briefed on the contents of the RAMS by their
respective Site Engineer or Supervisor. They will then be required a sign a RAMS Briefing Register (SAF019 UAE)
confirming that they have been briefed and that they fully understand the RAMS and what is expected from them
during the execution of the works.
Any operative who will be operating any plant or equipment will be required to produce a copy of their Abu Dhabi
Municipality/Emirates National Accreditation System (ENAS) approved competency certificate/card and proof of
health to enable McLaren to issue them with the Plant Operators Authorisation (SAF023 UAE).
Section H- Welfare facilities:
Drinking Water-
Clean drinking water stations will be provided on site (Water coolers will be brought to site until permanent water
stations are installed) and all operatives are to ensure they take on enough fluids throughout the day and comply with
the Summer Working Plan.
Mobilisation Facilities-
During mobilisation, a temporary rest area, toilet, drinking water and Hand Sanitisation Station will be installed.
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*Note: All relevant competency certificates to be submitted to HSE Manager/Eng./Advisor prior to start of any activity.
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*Note: All temporary Works require a design completed by a competent person and must be approved by
McLaren’s Temporary Works Coordinator (TWC)
**Note: All Temporary Works require a Temporary Works Permit to Load/ Strike
Section M- Inspection and Test Regime
All inspections and tests must be conducted in accordance with the work procedure approved with the Hold and
Inspection points signed off on the approved inspection and Test Plan and Check sheets.
During the Preparation of this RAMS the following training for the staff and operatives has been identified;
Item Description of Training Has the Training been If not, when will be
completed? (Yes/No) completed (Date)
1 Mobile Scaffolding erection and dismantling Certificates to be provided during
induction.
2 First aider training Certificates to be provided during
induction.
3 Work at Height Yes
4 Using Abrasive wheel Yes
5 COSHH Awareness Training Certificates to be provided during
induction
6 Manual Handling Yes
7 Fire Watcher Yes
8 Third Party training certificate for Boring Certificates to be provided during
machine & operator induction
*Note: All relevant certificates will be submitted prior to works commencing or during induction. Where the training
has not been carried out, it must do so prior to the works/activities commencing.
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Item Description of the Work Permit Permit Issued By Tick only applicable
1 Permit to Enter Confined Space McLaren
2 Permit for Lifting Operations. McLaren
3 Permit to Dig McLaren
4 Permit to work Hot cutting or Welding McLaren
5 Permit to Work in Ceiling Void McLaren
6 Permit for Roof Access McLaren
7 Permit to Work with Ladders, steps/scaffold McLaren
8 Permit to Work at Height McLaren
9 Permit to Work – Electrical above 110V McLaren
10 Permit to Work with COSHH Items McLaren
11 Permit to Work at External Face of The Building McLaren
12 Permit for Removal of Existing Fall Protections McLaren
13 Permit for Pressure Testing McLaren
14 Other Permit
Any other permits if required to be added
Due to the nature of the works and the current site conditions, water shall be sprayed onto dirt/sand roads so as to
minimize dust pollution.
Where any plant is used, drip trays shall be placed underneath to catch any spilled oils or fuels. Oils and fuels will be
managed in accordance with the MSDS and the site Waste Management Plan.
All hazardous liquids must store in suitable, labelled containers with secondary containment to prevent ground and
water contamination.
Emergency spills kits must be available where any hazardous material is used.
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Combustible materials will be carefully managed and monitored in order to reduce the risk of fire.
Item Description Preventative Measures, (see also within the Risk Assessments)
1 Safety Critical Roles Anyone identified as safety critical (i.e. operators, riggers,
scaffolders, banksmen etc.) must have a medical check-up before
starting work
2 Bad Back/sprain due to A manual handing assessment will be carried out for all activities and
improper Manual handling all Operatives will receive Manual Handling training
3 Hand/Arm Vibration Exposure Action Values (EAVs) will be calculated for all vibration
activities. Where required, job rotation will be put in place and
recorded
4 Construction dust Roads shall be watered to minimise dust and housekeeping to be
carried out regularly.
RPE shall be provided for those at risk from hazardous dust
5 Noise Noise values will be monitored. Where required, job rotation will be
put in place and recorded. Where it is not possible to control noise,
PPE will be provided
6 Sun & Heat Sun creams will be provided for those that require it.
Drinking water and electrolyte additives will be provided.
Clothing shall cover legs and arms; gloves will be worn.
Summer Working Plans
7 Skin PPE shall provide as required by MSDS
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The works will be carried out in the following sequences; (Subcontractor to detail out the sequence of work,
from offloading the materials at site to final fix including safety precautions taken during the sequence of works )
1 RAMS to be briefed to all the operatives involved in the work
2 DSTI card to be prepared by assessing the area of work prior starting the work.
3 Supervisor to ensure all operatives have received a McLaren site basic induction
4 Supervisor to ensure all operatives have adequate PPE for the job including Full body harness.
5 Supervisor to ensure all operators having Competent certificate.
6 Supervisor to ensure that the site is clean and ready to start the work
7 Supervisor to ensure adequate tools are provided and should be visibly clean and tidy.
Advise Site manager if more tools are needed.
8 Supervisor to ensure that proper barricade and warning signs are provided before starting any activity.
9 Supervisor to ensure proper working platforms such as ladders and scaffoldings are being used and make
sure that all the working platforms are having permit to work.
10 Supervisor to ensure that Competent workers are involved for scaffolding erection, dismantling and
inspection.
11 Transportation to site will be as per site requirement. Timing to be agreed with McLaren
12 Ensuring that unloading of materials is undertaken in designated storage area.
13 When offloading the materials precaution to be taken to avoid damages
Procedure
1 Standards and Local Regulation
1.1 Lightning Protection: BS EN 62305 1-4
Earthing: BS 7430
Local Regulation: ADWEA Wiring Regulation
2 Design Philosophy
2.1 The whole Lightning Protection System shall be designed completely in accordance with:
2.2 BSEN 62305 (I – IV): 2012 CENELEC standard for Lightning Protection
2.3 BS EN 50164-1: 2000
Lightning Protection Components (LPC) Part 1: Requirements for connection components.
2.4 BS EN 50164-2: 2000
Lightning Protection Components (LPC) Part 2: Requirements for conductors and earth electrodes.
2.5 The following design details are aimed at protection against the risk of damage D1, D2 and D3 as mentioned in
the Part 2 of the above mentioned standard.
2.6 The risk evaluation has been done based on the BSEN 62305 – Part 2 and an LPL level II will
have be implemented to protect the building and the services to minimize R1.
3 The calculation requires using the buildings.
3.1 Earth Pit Installation at ground ;
3.1.1 The terminated head of each electrode shall be located in a Concrete inspection Earth pit.
3.1.2 The earth termination network comprises of 20mm x 1200mm Solid copper earth rod driven at the base of
each down conductor position. Each down conductor has a separate earth termination.
The earthing shall be done as per local authorities requirements. A minimum of 3600 mm length solid copper
3.1.3 electrode shall be provided with each down conductor separately. However, it is important to submit the
calculation for deciding the number of earth rods in each earth pit. Solid copper rods to ensure the longitivity
of the earth termination network. The sections of earth rod
Title: Installation of Earthing & Lightning Protection Ref. No: M1515-MCL-GEN-MSS-002
Project: Nudra Private Villas Plot No. A3 & A4, Saadiyat Island, Abu Dhabi Rev. No: 01
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5.1 The air termination network will comprise of 25mmx3mm PVC covered copper tape of 99.99% purity and shall
form an air termination network consisting of mesh of 10 x 10 m for Level II inside the mezzanine slab
5.2 All joints between conductors will be made with square tape clamps
5.3 PVC covered copper tapes should be used to provide connections from the mesh at mezzanine to the steel
structure going to the above level by using earth boss. The top part of the same steel structure to be provided
with an earth boss which is use to provide further connection to the above level. The same procedure is carried
out till Layer 11.
5.4 From Layer 12, an additional branch of PVC covered copper tape to be provided by using square
tape clamp in addition to the same as till Layer 11. This is then to be connected with strike pads.
The same procedure is carried out till the top Layer (Layer 17).
5.5 The Specialist Lightning Protection Installer shall install suitable surge protectors at local power distribution
boards feeding vulnerable equipment, in order to protect these against transients generated downstream of
the protectors in 1, above. (These transients may be the result of inductive coupling or electrical switching.)
5.6 The protector shall be rated for a peak discharge current of no less than 10kA (8/20:s waveform) between any
two conductors (phase to neutral, phase to earth and neutral to earth).
5.7 The protector shall limit the transient voltage to below equipment susceptibility levels. Unless otherwise
stated, the peak transient let-through voltage shall not exceed 600 volts, for protectors with a nominal working
voltage of 230 or 240 volts, when tested in accordance with BS EN 62305 Part - 4 (6kV 1.2/50 µs open circuit
voltage, 3kA 8/20µs short circuit current).
5.8 This peak transient let-through voltage shall not be exceeded for all combinations of conductors:
• .phase to neutral
•phase to earth
•neutral to earth
5.9 Mains protectors (installed in shunt/parallel) should have continuous indication of its protection status and the
presence of power.
Status indication should clearly show per phase:
•full protection present
•reduced protection - replacement required
•no protection - failure of protector
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6.1 Works shall not proceed until an approved construction drawing or detail is issued.
6.2 Safe access to work areas shall be provided by the main contractor.
6.3 Materials shall be moved to the work area in a safe manner and shall not block access / egress from the site.
Suitable mechanical aids shall be used where heavy loads are to be moved or lifted into position. Such
equipment shall be planned for in advance of works.
7 Inspection, Testing & Commissioning
7.1 In process works shall be monitored for quality of workmanship and installation against approved construction
drawings by the Electrical Engineer & Supervisor
7.2 In process works shall be monitored for quality of workmanship and installation against approved construction
drawings by the Electrical Engineer & Supervisor
7.3 Visual Inspection, Continuity Tests, and Electrode Resistance Test shall be done and recorded as per attached
formats. This document, complete with inspection and test format’s is issued for comment and approval.
7.4 A Megger complete with current calibration certification shall be used for the relevant measurements for these
works.
7.5 Earth resistance measurements for the reinforced concrete piles, used as earth electrodes, shall be tested &
recorded. Minimum permissible earth resistance value for lightning protection is to below 10 ohms.
7.6 The reinforced concrete piles shall be connected in parallel, if minimum resistance requirement is not met.
Measurement of the resistance to earth of an earth electrode is not necessary a simple matter. While certain
fairly simple rules can be laid down. Circumstances frequent arise which make it necessary to modify them.
The resistance of an earth electrode is unique in that the terminal provided by the electrode itself is definite,
the other terminal of the resistance being theoretically at an infinite distance. In practice a measurement has
8.1 to be made which includes the greatest part, say 98% of the total resistance. There is no point in striving for a
high degree of accuracy with such a measurement since within the volume of such a resistance, there may be
considerable non-uniformity in the soil and other disturbing features. An accuracy of 2% is more than
adequate, and accuracies of the order of 5% are usually quite acceptable.
A measurement current is passed between electrodes X, the one being tested and an auxiliary current
electrode Y. The voltage drop between electrode X and a second auxiliary electrode Z is measured and the
8.2 resistance of the electrode X is then the voltage between X and Z. The source of current and the means of
metering either the current and voltage or their ratio are often, but not necessarily, combined in one device
9
Testing
9.1 On the completion of the installation or of any modification to it, the following isolated and combined
measurements and/or checks should be made and the results recorded in a lightning Protection system
logbook.
9.2 The resistance to earth of each local earth electrode and in addition the resistance to earth of the complete
earth termination system
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A further measurement should be taken with the test point in the connected position (combined
measurement) If there are any significant differences in the measurements in relation to other positions, the
reason for such differences should be investigated
9.3 The results of a visual check of all conductors bonds and joints or their measured electrical continuity
9.4 Tests should be repeated at fixed intervals, preferably not exceeding 12 months
9.5 Note : It may be advantageous to choose a period slightly shorter than 6 months in order to vary the season
in which tests are made.
9.6 Note : It is emphasized that before disconnecting a lightning protection earth, it should be tested to ensure
that it is not “live” using a sensitive voltage-testing device
10 Records
10.1 The person has to keep on site or the following records, responsible for the upkeep of the installation:
10.2 Approved shop drawings, showing the nature, dimensions, materials and position of all component parts of the
lightning protection system
10.3 Approved shop drawings, showing the nature, dimensions, materials and position of all component parts of the
lightning protection system
10.4 The type and position of the earth electrodes, including reference electrodes
10.6 The name of the person responsible for the installation upkeep.
10.7 A label should be attached at the origin of the electrical installation, worded as follows
10.8 “This structure is provided with a lightning protection system in accordance with BS 6651 and BSEN 50164 and
the bonding to the services and the main equip-potential bonding should be maintained accordingly
11
Maintenance
11.1 The periodic inspections and tests recommended will show what maintenance, if any is needed. Particular
attention should be given to the following :
11.2 a)Earthing
b)Evidence of corrosion or conditions likely to lead to corrosion
c) Alterations and additions to the structure which may effect the lightning protection system (e.g. erection of
radio and television aerials, installation of crane tracks, glass / window cleaning system etc.)
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Continuity form
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APPENDIX A
Site Logistics Plan
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APPENDIX B
Nudra Beach Villas, Saadiyat Island, Abu Dhabi, UAE
CRISIS PLAN
Upon an incident, being discovered the first member of McLaren’s staff or the site operative
1.
discovering the incident shall inform the Project Manager and HSE department by Project
Emergency no- 056 898 7960
Both the Safety Officer and the first Aider are to attend the scene with their mobile. The project
2.
Manager or site receptionist waits in office ready to telephone relevant emergency services.
Both the Safety Officer and the first Aider are to assess the situation and put in place the relevant
3.
systems to end/deal with the emergency.
Both the Safety Officer and the first Aider are to ensure all trades are gathered at the assembly
4.
point and liase with supervisor to account for all operatives - no person should leave site.
Either the Safety Officer or the first Aider phones the project Manager or site receptionist and
5.
informs him/her of which emergency services are required.
Both the Safety Officer and the first Aider keep trades informed of the situation and releases
9.
trades to return to work or leave site only when emergency services or The Project Manager
instruct that it is safe to do so, and all names of witnesses are recorded.
The Project Manager or Construction Manager are to arrange for photographs of the scene to be
10.
taken, and if necessary the area to be cordoned.
A full investigation of the Incident is to be carried out, with a written report being submitted the
11.
SHEQ Director, as soon as practicably possible after the incident, including all witness statements,
photos of the scene, induction and method statement records, recommendation to prevent a re-
occurrence and what action has been taken since the incident taking place.
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APPENDIX C
(Attached)
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TYPES OF EXPOSURE
Inhalation Skin Injection Eye Contact Ingestion
PERSONNEL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT (Tick all applicable items include by BS or Type)
IMMEDIATE FIRST AID TREATMENT
If overcome by vapours, remove to fresh air and if breathing stopped, give artificial respiration. If breathing is
SKIN CONTACT difficult, give oxygen. Call
physician.
EYE CONTACT lush eyes with plenty of water for 15 minutes and call a physician
INGESTION Give 1 or 2 glasses of water or milk. Do not induce vomiting. Call physician or poison control centre immediately.
f overcome by vapours, remove to fresh air and if breathing stopped, give artificial respiration. If breathing is
INHALATION difficult, give oxygen. Call
physician
EFFECT OF OVEREXPOSURE ENVIRONMENTAL HAZARDS STORAGE ARRANGEMENTS
ACUTE: Workplace Environmental Exposure: Exposure PRECAUTIONS TO BE TAKEN IN HANDLING
Inhalation: Severe overexposure may result in Level AIHA WEEL: 10 ppm (TWA) AND STORING
nausea, dizziness, headache. Can cause
Store in the shade between 40°F - 110°F (5°C
drowsiness, irritation of eyes and nasal
passages. - 43.7°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, open
Skin Contact: Skin irritant. Liquid contact may flame and other sources of ignition. Avoid
remove natural skin oils resulting in skin prolonged breathing of vapor. Use with
irritation. Dermatitis may occur with prolonged adequate ventilation. Avoid contact with
contact. eyes, skin and clothing. Train employees on
Skin Absorption: all special handling procedures before they
Prolonged or widespread exposure may result in work with this product.
the absorption of harmful amounts of material.
Eye Contact: Overexposure may result in severe
eye injury with corneal or conjunctival
inflammation on contact with the liquid. Vapors
slightly uncomfortable.
Ingestion: Moderately toxic. May cause nausea,
vomiting, diarrhoea. May cause mental
sluggishness.
CHRONIC: Symptoms of respiratory tract
irritation and damage to respiratory epithelium
were reported in rats exposed to 5000 ppm THF
for 90 days.
Elevation of SGPT suggests a disturbance in liver
function. The NOEL was reported to be 200 ppm
Quartz 30 mg/m3
TYPES OF EXPOSURE
Inhalation Skin Injection Eye Ingestion
Contact
FREQUENCY OF EXPOSURE DURATION OF EXPOSURE
2 to 3 times in a day 20 minutes
EXPOSURE CONTROL MEASURES OUTCOME OF CONTROL MEASURES
Use equipment for eye protection tested and approved under appropriate
government standards such as NIOSH (US) or EN 166(EU). In case of inhalation:
Handle with gloves. Gloves must be inspected prior to use. Use proper Information about Methyl methacrylate: Mucous
glove removal technique (without touching glove's outer surface) to avoid membrane irritation, Cough and shortage of
skin contact with this product. Dispose of contaminated gloves after use in breath.
accordance with applicable laws and good laboratory practices. Wash and In case of ingestion:
dry hands. Information about Methyl methacrylate:
Choose body protection in relation to its type, to the concentration and Irritations of mucous membranes in the mouth,
amount of dangerous substances, and to the specific work-place., The type Pharynx, esophagus and gastrointestinal tract.
of protective equipment must be selected according to the concentration After contact with skin:
and amount of the dangerous substance at the specific workplace. Information about Ethylene di(S-thioacetate):
Respiratory protection is not required. Where protection from nuisance le Danger of cutaneous absorption.
(EN 143) dust masks. Use respirators and components tested and approved After eye contact: May cause irritations.
under appropriate government standards such as NIOSH (US) or CEN (EU).
COSHH CATEGORY (Tick all applicable Categories)
PERSONNEL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT (Tick all applicable items include by BS or Type)
IMMEDIATE FIRST AID TREATMENT
SKIN CONTACT Wash off with soap and plenty of water.
EYE CONTACT Flush eyes with water as a precaution.
INGESTION Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person. Rinse mouth with water.
INHALATION If breathed in, move person into fresh air. If not breathing, give artificial respiration.
HEALTH EFFECTS ENVIRONMENTAL HAZARDS STORAGE ARRANGEMENTS
Acute toxicity LD50 Intravenous - Rat - 35 No special environmental precautions Provide appropriate exhaust
mg/kg (Bentonite a colloidal clay. consist required. ventilation at places where
SAF014 - COSHH Assessment of betonite powerder (2)
primarily of montmorillonite) Remarks: Lungs, dust is formed.
Thorax, or Respiration: Acute pulmonary Store in cool place. Keep
edema. container tightly closed in a
dry and well-ventilated place.
Storage class (TRGS 510): Non
Combustible Solids
DISPOSAL INSTRUCTIONS IS HEALTH SURVEILLANCE REQUIRED CONTROL OF
Offer surplus and non-recyclable solutions to SPILLAGES
a licensed disposal company. As per job requirment Absorb with inert, absorbent
Dispose of as unused product. material. Sweep up. Transfer
to suitable, labelled
Containers for disposal. Clean
spillage area thoroughly with
plenty of water
SPECIFIC GRAVITY @ 73°F ± 3.6° (20°C ± 2°) VAPOR PRESSURE (mm Hg.) PERCENT VOLATILE BY VOLUME (%)
Typical 0.900 ± 0.040 143 mm Hg. based on first boiling Approx: 80 - 90 %
component, THF @ 68°F (20°C)
VAPOR DENSITY (Air = 1) EVAPORATION RATE (BUAC = 1) SOLUBILITY IN WATER
2.49 > 1.0 Solvent portion completely soluble in water.
Resin portion separates out.
VOC STATEMENT: VOC as manufactured: 785 Grams/Liter. Maximum VOC emission per SCAQMD Rule 1168, Test Method 316A: 500 Grams/Liter.
SECTION IV - FIRE AND EXPLOSION HAZARD DATA
FLASH POINT FLAMMABLE LIMITS LEL UEL
-4°F (-20°C) T.C.C. Based on THF (PERCENT BY VOLUME) 2.0 11.8
FIRE EXTINGUISHING MEDIA
Ansul "Purple K" potassium bicarbonate dry chemical, carbon dioxide, National Aer-O-Foam universal alcohol resistant foam, water spray.
EFFECT OF OVEREXPOSURE
ACUTE:
Inhalation: Severe overexposure may result in nausea, dizziness, headache. Can cause drowsiness, irritation of eyes and nasal passages.
Skin Contact: Skin irritant. Liquid contact may remove natural skin oils resulting in skin irritation. Dermatitis may occur with prolonged contact.
Skin Absorption: Prolonged or widespread exposure may result in the absorption of harmful amounts of material.
Eye Contact: Overexposure may result in severe eye injury with corneal or conjuctival inflammation on contact with the liquid. Vapors slightly uncomfortable.
Ingestion: Moderately toxic. May cause nausea, vomiting, diarrhea. May cause mental sluggishness.
CHRONIC: Symptoms of respiratory tract irritation and damage to respiratory epithelium were reported in rats exposed to 5000 ppm THF for 90 days.
Elevation of SGPT suggests a disturbance in liver function. The NOEL was reported to be 200 ppm.
SECTION VI - REACTIVITY
STABILITY UNSTABLE CONDITIONS TO AVOID
STABLE X Keep away from heat, sparks, open flame and other sources of ignition.
INCOMPATIBILITY
(MATERIALS TO AVOID) Caustics, ammonia, inorganic acids, chlorinated compounds, strong oxidizers and isocyanates.
HAZARDOUS DECOMPOSITION PRODUCTS
When forced to burn, this product gives out carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide, hydrogen chloride and smoke.
HAZARDOUS MAY OCCUR CONDITIONS TO AVOID
POLYMERIZATION WILL NOT OCCUR X Keep away from heat, sparks, open flame and other sources of ignition.
BENTONITE CLAY
Prepared to US OSHA, CMA, ANSI, Canadian WHMIS Standards,
Australian WorkSafe, Japanese Industrial Standard JIS Z
7250:2000, and European Directives
2 HAZARD IDENTIFICATION
EMERGENCY OVERVIEW: This product is a light tan to gray dry powder with no odor. Minimize dust generation and breathing of
dust.
Health Hazards: May cause skin, eye and respiratory irritation. May cause cancer.
Flammability Hazards: Non-flammable.
Reactivity Hazards: None.
Environmental Hazards: The environmental effects of this product have not been investigated, however release may cause adverse
environmental effects.
US DOT Symbols: Non-Regulated Material
Other
See Sect
See Sect 8
8
11 TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION
11.1 Information on Toxicological Effects:
12 ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION
12.1 Toxicity: No data available
12.2 Persistence and Degradability: No specific data available on this product.
12.3 Bioaccumulative Potential: No specific data available on this product.
12.4 Mobility in Soil: No specific data available on this product.
12.5 Results of PBT and vPvB Assessment: No specific data available on this product.
12.6 Other Adverse Effects: No data available
12.7 Water Endangerment Class: At present, there are no ecotoxicological assessments for this product.
13 DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS
Waste disposal must be in accordance with appropriate U.S. Federal,
13.1 Waste Treatment Methods: State, and local regulations, those of Canada, Australia, EU Member
States and Japan.
13.2 EU Waste Code: Not determined
14 TRANSPORTATION INFORMATION
US DOT, IATA, IMO, ADR:
14.1 U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) Shipping Regulations:
This product is classified (per 49 CFR 172.101) by the U.S. Department of Transportation, as follows.
UN Identification Number: None
Proper Shipping Name: Non-Regulated Material
Hazard Class Number and Description: None
Packing Group: None
DOT Label(s) Required: None
North American Emergency Response Guidebook
None
Number:
RQ Quantity: None
14.2 Environmental Hazards:
The components of this product are not designated by the Department
Marine Pollutant: of Transportation to be Marine Pollutants (49 CFR 172.101, Appendix
B).
14.3 Special Precaution for User: None
14.4 International Air Transport Association Shipping
This product is not considered as dangerous goods.
Information (IATA):
14.5 International Maritime Organization Shipping
This product is not considered as dangerous goods.
Information (IMO):
14.6 Transport in Bulk According to Annex II of Marpol
73/78 and IBC Code:
European Agreement Concerning the International This product is not considered by the United Nations Economic
Carriage of Dangerous Goods by Road (ADR:) Commission for Europe to be dangerous goods.
15 REGULATORY INFORMATION
15.1 Safety, Health and Environmental Regulations Specific for the Substance or Mixture:
United States Regulations:
U.S. SARA Reporting Requirements:
The components of this product are subject to the reporting requirements of Sections 302, 304, and 313 of Title III of the
Superfund Amendments and Reauthorization Act as follows: None
U.S. SARA Threshold Planning Quantity:
There are no specific Threshold Planning Quantities for the components of this product. The default Federal MSDS submission
and inventory requirement filing threshold of 10,000 lbs (4,540 kg) therefore applies, per 40 CFR 370.20.
The information contained herein is believed to be accurate but is not warranted to be so. Data and calculations are based on
information furnished by the manufacturer of the product and manufacturers of the components of the product. Users are advised to
confirm in advance of the need that information is current, applicable and suited to the circumstances of use. This safety sheet cannot
cover all possible situations which the user may experience during processing. Each aspect of your operation should be examined to
determine if, or where, additional precautions may be necessary. All health and safety information contained in this bulletin should be
provided to your employees or customers. Natural Sourcing, LLC. assumes no responsibility for injury to vendee or third party person
proximately caused by the material if reasonable safety procedures are not adhered to as stipulated in the data sheet. Furthermore,
Natural Sourcing, LLC assumes no responsibility for injury caused by abnormal use of this material even if reasonable safety
procedures are followed. Compliance with all applicable federal, state, and local laws and local regulations remains the responsibility of
the user.
END OF SDS SHEET
APPENDIX- D
RISK ASSESSMENT
Prepared By: Anu Baby Approved By: Vishnu Mohan Rev. Date: 19/05/2021
1.
TBT must conduct by supervisor before starting the
activity.
2. Ensured that work at height permits in place.
3. Ensure proper working platform with complete fall
protection.
4. Mobile Tower must be erect and dismantle by trained
Scaffolder and inspect by trained inspector
5. Ensured work area must be barricaded with caution
Work at height signage.
6. Ensure the scaffold platform is properly erected with
"Safe to use" tag.
Installation of • Fall form height 7. Ensure castor wheels are locked if using mobile Tower
Earthing & 8. Hand tools must be secured/tethered Engineer
Operatives
4 lightning • Falling objects 3 4 12 Med 9. Work materials strictly not allowed to be stored on 1 4 4 Low Supervisor
Visitors
protection using platform except for working tools Foreman
coper tape • Over loading 10. Ensure avoid over reaching and climb on handrail.
11. Ensure unauthorised person not allowed to modify the
Access & egress scaffolding and if needed to any changes then must be
modified by trained and certified scaffolder.
12. Ensure safe access to the working platform
13. Ensure sufficient illumination in work area
14. Housekeeping must be done after work.
wheel guards.
• Constantly working without 1. DSTI card briefing to be conducted to all workers prior to Engineer
drinking water, exposed to sun commencement of works.
Working in hot All
2. Comply with Summer working Plan and heat stress
Supervisor
weather / working Exhaustion, nausea, vomiting, operatives
8 dizziness, headaches, confusion, 4 4 16 High procedures as per SHEQ plan. 1 4 4 Low Foreman
in heat – direct to Visitors First aider/
disorientation, heat stress, Heat 3. Provide adequate quantity and quality of drinking water by
sun Staff Const team &
stroke / cramp arranging water coolers.
4. Limit work in extreme temperatures during summer times. HSE team
Heat stroke/ stress/ cramp 5. Providing shaded work areas as much as possible.
6. Regular intake of food and drink adequate quantity of water.
7. Reduce oily related food and soft drinks.
8. Sharing heavy work.
9. Ensure that the operative is fit to work under direct sunlight
10. Use of buddy system to monitor colleague’s health
11. Scheduled rest breaks to be provided (Frequent breaks,
minimum 10 mins every 2 hours.
12. Drink water every 30 minutes and Electrolytes as per
manufacturer recommendation and timescales.
13. Schedule work to minimize exposure.
14. Newly mobilized workers shall be acclimatized and never
assigned heavy task or direct exposure to hot environment.
15. Re-schedule hard work activities in coolest part of day where
possible. Ensure no worker work alone in heat stress area.
16. Site supervisors shall perform job rotation to the workers.
Must aware on TWL (thermal work limit) and its necessary
precautions.
17. Adequate PPE and proper clothing during when working
under high temperature e. g. lightweight, cotton and light
colored).
18. Train supervisors to detect and manage symptoms of heat
stress among the workforce.
19. Provide temperature-controlled rest areas with adequate
provision of tables and chairs to be in place.
20. Provide Heat Stress General Awareness Training with regular
refresher sessions for all operatives.
21. Encourage workers to keep covered up during the summer
months (using a long-sleeved shirt and a hat with a brim or
flap that protects the ears and neck), especially during mid-
day when the sun is at its hottest.
APPENDIX-E
TECHNICAL INFORMATION
Prepared By: Anu Baby Approved By: Vishnu Mohan Rev. Date: 19/05/2021
APPENDIX-F
Prepared By: Anu Baby Approved By: Vishnu Mohan Rev. Date: 19/05/2021
Material Approval for Project Review of Specification for Review of Specification / Local Prior to start the
1 Previous test Report H H H
Earthing System Engineer/QA/QC Correctness authority standards activity (Once)
Construction Compliance
Project
Installation of Earthing Approved Drawings /
3 Engineer/Supervis Approved Drawings 100% Approved Drawings H H S
System Schedule
or
Prepared By: Anandu Ashokan Checked and Approved by: Anu Baby Completion approved by: Vishnu Mohan
(I have read the specification and relevant drawings) (Project Manager or nominee) (Project Manager or nominee)
1 of 1
RISK ASSESSMENT METHOD STATEMENT
APPENDIX-G
Prepared By: Anu Baby Approved By: Vishnu Mohan Rev. Date: 19/05/2021
Project details
Project name: PROPOSED RESIDENTIAL VILLAS A3,A4/NUDRA DEVELOPMENT
Case details
Case name: Original Case
The following primary risks and their relevant tolerable risks have been taken into consideration as part of this risk
management calculation
100 kA
ProbImax Probability that lightning current parameters are smaller than the maximum value
defined above
97%
16 kA
ProbImin Probability that lightning current parameters are greater than the minimum value
defined above
84%
60 m
ISPD Maximum peak current of SPDs for each of the 1 lines considered (based on the
simple current division concept).
NOTE: The worst case surge that could be expected on a two-wire telephone or data line is 2.5kA
(10/350 µs) per line (Category D test to IEC/EN 61643-21) to earth or 5 kA (10/350 µs) per pair.
50 kA
Line 1
ADDC
Service entrance SPD Requirement to protect Line 1 at its entrance to the structure with an equipotential
bonding SPD (rated to ISPD above) in accordance with BS EN 62305-2:2012
(Edition 2)
NOTE: Where SPDs are required but an LPS is not (ISPD = 0), protect overhead lines with Type 1 SPDs
(mains 12.5kA 10/350µs, data/telecom 2.5kA 10/350µs), protect underground lines with overvoltage or
Type 2 SPDs (tested with an 8/20 µs waveform)
Coordinated SPD set Requirement to protect all internal systems connected to Line 1 with a coordinated
set of SPDs in accordance with BS EN 62305-2:2012 (Edition 2)
Zone 1
Residential Villa
Fire protection system Manual extinguishing or alarm installations, hydrants, fire compartments or escape
routes
Environmental factors
Primary structure
Structure ID: 1 - Residential Villa
Lb 57.47 m Length of structure (metres)
Wb 50.91 m Width of structure (metres)
Hb 17.63 m Height of structure (metres)
Line factors
Line 1 - ADDC
KS3 0.01 Factor relevant to the characteristics of internal wiring
PEB 0.005 Probability of failure of internal systems or a service when
SPDs are provided for equipotential bonding (in accordance
with BS EN 62305-3)
PSPD 0.005 Probability of failure of internal systems or a service when
coordinated SPDs are provided
UW 2.5 kV Rated impulse withstand voltage of a system (kV)
CLD 1 Factor depending on shielding, grounding and isolation
conditions of the line for flashes to a line
CLI 0.3 Factor depending on shielding, grounding and isolation
conditions of the line for flashes near a line
Type 1
Connected structure:
LL (Section 1) 200 m Length of line section (metres)
LH (Section 1) 0m Height of line section (metres)
CT (Section 1) 1 Factor taking into account the presence of an HV/LV
transformer on a line section
CI (Section 1) 0.5 Factor relating to the routing of a line section
Zone factors
nt2 60 Total number of users served by the structure
Zone 1 - Residential Villa
Zone Location Inside the structure LPZ 1...n
rp 5E-01 Factor reducing the loss due to provisions against fire in zone
rf 1E-02 Factor reducing the loss due to the risk of fire in zone
rt 1E-03 Factor reducing the loss due to the type of floor/surface in
zone
hz1 2E00 Factor increasing the loss of human life due to presence of
special hazard in zone
LT1 1E-02 Loss due to injury due to touch and step voltages in zone
LF1 1E00 Loss to structure due to physical damage in zone
R2_D 4.3459E-07 Risk of loss of service to the public in the structure due to
flashes to the structure (S1)
R1_I 1.001E-08 Risk of loss of human life in the structure due to flashes
influencing, but not striking the structure (S2, S3, & S4)
R2_I 9.9729E-08 Risk of loss of service to the public in the structure due to
flashes influencing, but not striking the structure (S2, S3, &
S4)
Primary risk totals with respect to type of damage
R1_S 5.8046E-09 Risk of loss of human life in the structure due to injury to living
beings (D1)
R2_S 0E00 Risk of loss of service to the public in the structure due to
injury to living beings (D1)
R1_F 5.8046E-06 Risk of loss of human life in the structure due to physical
damage (D2)
R2_F 2.9023E-07 Risk of loss of service to the public in the structure due to
physical damage (D2)
R1_O 0E00 Risk of loss of human life in the structure due to failure of
internal systems (D3)
R2_O 2.4409E-07 Risk of loss of service to the public in the structure due to
failure of internal systems (D3)
Date: 27/04/2021
Dear Sir,
In a non-isolated system, an air rod may be used to protect larger items of roof mounted
However we need to ensure that the air rods are
provided at a proper separation distance from the equipment to minimize any partial lightning
current being introduced in the equipment.
As per BS EN 62305-3 recommendations, the calculation for the separation distance is done by
using this formula:
S=
Where,
Considering the roof top of the project where the equipment are prone to direct lightning
strike
On computing these values in the afore said formula the separation depth is calculated as below
S=
Fig 1.1
Therefore, S = 0.317 m
Thus the air rod would need to be minimum of 0.317m away from the equipment to ensure that
flashover did not occur in the event of a lightning discharge striking the air rod (please refer Figure
1.1 for your understanding).
If the structure has a metallic framework such as steel sanctions and it is electrically continuous
then the requirement for a separation distance is no longer valid. This is because all the steelwork
is effectively bonded and as such an electrical insulation or separation distance cannot practically
be achieved.
We hope we have been able to clarify your doubts and should you need further assistance,
please do contact us.
Nihad Basheer
Technical Engineer E & LP
ELECTRODE RESISTANCE REPORT
Site: Location:
Date of Test: Ground Conditions:
Test Engineer: Megger No:
Test Method: As per BS7430 Next Test due: N/A
Test Witnessed by:
Distance Distance
Resistance to Earth
Earth Ref. Between Between
(Ohms)
P1 & P2 P1 & C2
EP LP-01 8m 16m R=
8m 16m R=
EP LP-02
EP LP-03 8m 16m R=
EP LP-04 8m 16m R=
EP LP-05 8m 16m R=
EP LP-06 8m 16m R=
EP LP-07 8m 30m R=
EP LP-08 8m 16m R=
EP LP-09 8m 16m R=
EP LP-10 8m 16m R=
EP LP-11 8m 16m R=
Name :
Signature:
Date :
CONTINUITY TESTING OF LIGHTNING PROTECTION SYSTEM
PROJECT:
Signature:
Date :
PO Box # 45350
3rd Floor | Al Masaood Tower | Najda Street | Abu Dhabi | UAE
LIGHTNING PROTECTION INSTALLATION CHECKLIST
NOT
DESCRIPTION OK REMARKS
OK
Name :
Company :
Signature:
Date :