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Table of Contents: Method Statement FOR Earthing System Installation
Table of Contents: Method Statement FOR Earthing System Installation
FOR
EARTHING SYSTEM INSTALLATION
TABLE OF CONTENTS
1. SCOPE
2. DEFINITIONS
4. OPERATION
6. RESPONSIBILITIES
7. MANPOWER REQUIRED
8. MATERIALS REQUIREMENTS
9. EQUIPMENTS REQUIREMENTS
13. DISTRIBUTION
1.SCOPE
This procedure to clear the method of the supply, installations of
Earthing System for the project.
This document details the Earthing System Installation:
1. Preparation of work.
2. Delivery and inspection upon arrival of material at site.
3. Installation of the system.
2. DEFINITIONS
PQP : Project Quality Plan
MS : Method Statement
4. OPERATION
Material:
Installation:
Coordinate installation of earthing system system with installation of
other building systems and components, including electrical wiring,
supporting structures, metal bodies requiring bonding to earthing
system, and building finishes.
Install conductors with direct paths from ground pits to ground
connections.
When different metal to be connected, a bimetallic clamp shall be used.
Bond roof vents, flashing and any other metal masses projecting
through the roof to the grid.
Thermo weld all connections between cables and ground rods.
Compression type connectors may be used where approved by the
Consultant.
Measure the resistance of the complete installation and submit for
review to the Consultant.
Test clamps shall be provided in each inspection pit to allow for testing
and commissioning.
Concrete inspection pits with cover shall be installed flush with finished
floor level and be fully accessible.
The complete installation shall be tested and inspected to ensure that it
complies with the requirements of the Specification and the Local
Authorities. The tests shall be carried out in accordance with the
Regulations and to the satisfaction of the Consultant.
Commissioning:
The inspection and tests shall be carried out in the same sequence as
set out in the Regulations, Local Authorities and the Consultant
requirements and in such time as to allow any remedial work to be
completed prior to Practical Completion.
All instruments necessary for inspection and testing shall be supplied
and shall be properly calibrated and operated by personnel skilled in
their use.
Allowance shall be made for disconnection or similar operations to
satisfy the requirements for testing, etc., and the reinstatement of the
installation.
Measure earth resistance not less than two full days after the last trace
of precipitation and without the soil being moistened by any means
other than natural drainage or seepage and without any chemical
treatment or other artificial means of reducing natural earth resistance.
Where resistance to earth exceeds specified values, notify the
Consultant the same and include recommendations to reduce earth
resistance and to accomplish recommended work.
Restore surface features at areas disturbed by work of this section.
Restore areas disturbed by trenching, storing or dirt, cable laying, and
other activities to their original condition..
Technical Assistance:
The installation supervising technician for the system trade shall
instruct the CONSULTANT Engineer, and Construction Site
Manager on the programming and correct operation of the system
after the installation is completed.
This instruction shall be scheduled at the convenience of the staff.
All such instruction shall be properly recorded.
WIR will be issued for Consultant approval upon making sure that
the installation of the system equipment’s done as per approved
shop drawings, approved specs and manufacturer
recommendations.
6. RESPONSIBILITIES
PROJECT MANAGER
1. To ensure that all the preparation and application works are
carried out according to the Contract Specification and with the
approved drawings.
FOREMAN
1. The foreman will carry out his duties by maintaining continuous
coordination with the site engineer on daily basis, and ensure
proper distribution of the work force on the required and planned
locations.
3. Inspect all the site activities and train the person to prevent
accidents and it’s proper implementation.
STORE KEEPER
1. Responsible for overall Store operations in making sure to
store the material delivery to the site and keep it in suitable
area that will keep the material in safe from rusty and
damage.
2. One who will acknowledge the receiving of materials at site in
coordination with QA/QC and concerned Engineer.
7. MANPOWER REQUIRED
Charge hand and Experienced Technicians
8. MATERIALS REQUIREMENTS
Earthing System Components and Accessories.
9. EQUIPMENTS REQUIREMENTS
The Equipment that will be engaged for Earthing System Installation will
be as follows:
1. Hand Tools
3. Diagonal-Cutting Pliers
5. Side-Cutting Pliers
13. DISTRIBUTION
Copy of this method statement shall be issued to the following for
information/ action/ comments:
1. Project Manager
2. Site Engineer
3. Foremen
4. Safety Engineer
6. Store Keeper