01 - PVC Conduits Installation

PROJECT: 2B+G+M+P+R COMMERCIAL & RESIDENTAL Agreement No.
BUILDING ON PLOT : 214-0535, AL GARHOUD-

DUBAI,UAE
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METHOD STATEMENT 08-EMT-TS-EL-001-00
Rev. No. 00
FOR INSTALLATION OF ELECTRICAL Date: 19-12-21
PVC CONDUIT & ACCESSORIES Page: 1 of 10
M/S KHALIFA JUMA AL NABOODA
M/S ART CONSULTANTS CONSULTING ARCHITECTS &

ENGINEERS
2B+G+M+P+R COMMERCIAL & RESIDENTAL BUILDING ON

PLOT : 214-0535, AL GARHOUD- DUBAI,UAE
METHOD STATEMENT
FOR
INSTALLATION ELECTRICAL PVC CONDUIT &
ACCESSORIES
MAIN CONTRACTOR MEP CONTRACTOR
M/S AL SAHEL CONTRACTING Co., M/S EMT

L.L.C. ELECTROMECHANICAL
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REVISION RECORD
This cover page is a record of all revisions of the document identified above by number and title.
All previous cover pages are hereby superseded and are to be destroyed.
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
1.0 PURPOSE PAGE – 4 of 9
2.0 SCOPE PAGE – 4 of 9
3.0 REFERENCES PAGE – 4 of 9
4.0 DEFINITIONS PAGE – 4 of 9
5.0 RESPONSIBILITIES PAGE – 5 of 9
6.0 MATERIALS PAGE – 6 of 9
7.0 EQUIPMENT PAGE – 6 of 9
8.0 PROCEDURE PAGE – 6 of 9
9.0 SAFETY PAGE – 9 of 9
10.0 ATTACHMENTS PAGE – 9 of 9

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1.0 PURPOSE:
The purpose of this Method Statement is to define the procedure step by step to
implement the correct practices for Installation of PVC Conduits & Accessories
through the guidelines contained herein so as to ensure that the job execution
complies with the requirements.
2.0 SCOPE
This Method Statement refers to various work procedures which explains and covers
the installation of PVC Conduits & Accessories.
3.0 REFERENCES
3.1 Approved Shop Drawings.
3.2 Contract Specification

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4.0 DEFINITIONS
CONSULTANT : M/S BH-NS ENGINEERING CONSULTANTS

CONTRACTOR : MODERN EXECUTIVE SYSYTEMS CONTRACTING
SUB CONTRACTOR: MODERN EXECUTIVE SYSYTEMS CONTRACTING-MEP
ITL : Independent Testing Laboratory
ITP : Inspection & Test Plan
HSE : Health, Safety & Environment
PPE : Personal Protective Equipment
PM : Project Manager
PE : Project Engineer
SD : Shop Drawing
5.0 RESPONSIBILITIES
5.1 Project Manager - shall be responsible for the overall project. The Project
Manager will be based on site and will be responsible for the
Management of the project, both on and off site, through delegation of
duties in accordance with the organization chart and for the effective
implementation of the Project Management System.
5.2 The MEP Coordinator: Responsible on behalf of main contractor to coordinate,

check and follow up all MEP related sub - contractors progress and installation
works in proper sequence of activities with main contractor to achieve targeted
completion.
5.3 Project Engineer is responsible for the execution of the activity in accordance
with the Project Specifications, Safety and Approved Method Statement.

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5.4 The HSE officer will monitor and implement all HSE related issues. He shall
ensure that all necessary requirements regarding health, safety and environment
concerns are met and adhered to. The HSE officer shall ensure that all permits
and authorization are on hand prior to starting any site operation.
5.5 The site Engineer shall ensure that all works are carried out according to design
and approved shop drawings.
5.6 The Store keeper:
Shall be responsible for to ensure issuance of materials to the site with reference
to Material Inspection Request (MIR) and suitable manner of storing the material
as per manufacturer recommendation.
5.7 Foreman Responsibilities:

Shall be responsible for arranging the material by coordinating with the store
Keeper and follow the instructions of Site Engineer and carry out the installation
Process as per approved shop drawings and process by arranging his man power
accordingly.
6.0 MATERIAL
As per approved Material Submittal
7.0 EQUIPMENT
7.1 Portable Hand tools

7.2 Portable Drill Machine / Grinding Machine

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7.3 Spirit Level

7.4 Level Threads
7.5 PVC Conduit bending and threading equipment
8.0 PROCEDURES
HANDLING AND STORAGE

On receipt of the PVC Conduit and accessories at site, necessary precautions shall
be taken for unloading, shifting & storage, as follows:-
8.1 All materials received at site shall be inspected (MVR shall be raised for
inspection) and ensured that the materials are as per approved material
submittal.
8.2 Material found not suitable for site use will be removed from site immediately.
8.3 All conduits and accessories delivered at site shall be carefully off-loaded
with adequate man power and equipment in such manner that no damage
shall be caused to conduits and accessories.
8.4 Materials shall be stored in a covered / dry space at all the time to avoid any
damage due to weather effect.
INSTALLATION: (All works shall be as per approved drawing & specification)
8.5 Ensure that the work area is ready and safe to start the installation of
Conduiting works.
8.6 Prior to start of installation, refer to the approved shop drawings to the area
of installation and ensure that required materials are available at site as per
approved material submittals.
8.7 Ensure the materials show no mark of damage or deformity of any kind
before issuing the material from site store.
All materials and accessories should also be free of dust or oil.

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8.8 Ensure that the issued materials are of approved specifications/ submittals
and as per the requirement of the area shop drawings (i.e. Make, size, Model
/ Type etc.).
8.9 Engineers / Site Supervisors have to ensure for PVC Conduits installation block
work completed without plaster are completed for the area of installation and
released / cleared by civil contractor to proceed with conduit installations. Also
the work area should be clean and safe to take up activities.
8.10 Ensure the installation of Conduiting carried out in accordance with manufacturer's
installation recommendations, requirements applicable standards and in accordance
project specification.
8.11 Mark the location of the back box or pull box & place thermocol secured with
masking tape on location as per shop drawing. Fix height and level based on
surveyor mark point (reference point)
8.12 Install the PVC conduits utilizing the steel reinforcements as supports with
necessary binding wires.
8.13 The concealed conduiting in slab or any other concrete structure should be
securely fastened with binding wires to reinforcement rods or shuttering to
withstand concrete & screed pour with minimum intervels of 1 Meters.
8.14 The jointing of PVC conduits shall be done with suitable couplers and
solvent cement- The PVC conduits shall be bonded tightly to the back box /
pull box with suitable adapters. In case of G.I Conduits connected to trunking,
steel boxes, panels, switchgear or any item that having a tapped entry, the
connection shall be made by long threaded male brass bush with a coupling a
serrated spring washer after removing paint with a purpose made tool.
8.15 The jointing process of PVC conduit will be followed as below.

(a) Both the joining ends of conduits will be cleaned from inside as well as
from outside before putting solvent.
(b) A thin layer of solvent cement is applied to the inner surface of the coupler.
(a) Push fit the conduit to end fully into the coupler by slight twisting action &
remove the spilled or surplus solvent cement from around the joint.
Make sure the conduit has entered fully into the box spouts or

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couplers.
(a) Make sure that the joint is tight enough and entry of water into the conduit
through joints is not possible_
(c) Approved connectors / adopters will be used for connections to back

boxes / pull boxes.
(d) Expansion couplers of approved type shall be provided wherever the

conduit passes through the expansion joints of the building.
8.16 All bends of PVC conduiting will be made by using correct size of bending
spring. Ensure the radius of any conduit bend shall not be less than four times
the outside diameter of the conduit to satisfy the easy cabling / wire pulling
requirements.
8.17 To facilitate easy cabling / wiring, sufficient pull box or junction boxes will be
provided in all conduiting. At least one pull box shall be provided on every two
90 deg bends with maximum distance of 6 Meters and 10 Meters for one 90
Deg.bends.
8.18 In longitudinal straight runs the pull boxes / junction boxes will be provided in
every 10 to 15 meters.
8.19 Close bunch of PVC conduits in slab shall be avoided to maximum possible
extent.
8.20 Sufficient gap shall be provided between conduits at crossing.
8.21 Ensure all open ends of the conduits are capped / plugged properly before
concrete pouring. Also ensure caps are provided for unused knock out holes
where blanks have been removed. Install a nylon fish cord (draw wire) in empty
conduits that are meant for future provision complete with cap and bushing at
each end.
8.22 In vertical wall, the conduits shall run vertically from the back box & Horizontal
runs shall be avoided on walls.
8.23 Ensure the recessed position of outlet box is accurate to allow for surface finish

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thickness.
8.24 Conduits chased into wall should be recessed sufficiently to permit a minimum
thickness of 15mm for plaster cover. For conduits run embedded in concrete a
minimum 25mm cover will be provide.
8.25 After completion of conduit installation for any portion, the area will be cleaned
properly by removing all surplus material, construction debris or scrap material
etc., before leaving so that the area is in clean and tidy condition prior to
concrete pour.
8.26 After removal of concrete shuttering, all the conduits shall be checked for
blockage (wherever possible). Cleaned & plugged / covered.
9.0 SAFETY
9.1 Proper TOOL BOX talk will be given to the personnel involving in the laying of
conduits and PPE’s to be used.
9.2 Safety Equipment: Safety Shoes, Helmet, Gloves and Safety belt should be
available during this activity
9.3 During laying of conduits works the Safety Officer will ensure that all safety
precautions are taken as per Project Specification, Health & Safety Rules and
Regulations
10.0 ATTACHMENTS
Check List (CHK – P0057 –E-002, Rev.00) Page :1
Inspection Test Plan (ITP-P0057-E-002, Rev.00) Page :2

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PROJECT: 2B+G+M+P+R COMMERCIAL & RESIDENTAL Agreement No.

BUILDING ON PLOT : 214-0535, AL GARHOUD-

Ref. No. J-261-ART-2021-

M/S KHALIFA JUMA AL NABOODA

M/S ART CONSULTANTS CONSULTING ARCHITECTS &

2B+G+M+P+R COMMERCIAL & RESIDENTAL BUILDING ON

MAIN CONTRACTOR MEP CONTRACTOR

M/S AL SAHEL CONTRACTING Co., M/S EMT

Ref. No. J-261-ART-2021-

Prepared By: Checked By: Approved

00 18/12/2021 1st Issue 10 Pages

MAIN CONTRACTOR MEP CONTRACTOR

M/S AL SAHEL CONTRACTING Co., M/S EMT

Ref. No. J-261-ART-2021-

1.0 PURPOSE PAGE – 4 of 9

2.0 SCOPE PAGE – 4 of 9

3.0 REFERENCES PAGE – 4 of 9

4.0 DEFINITIONS PAGE – 4 of 9

5.0 RESPONSIBILITIES PAGE – 5 of 9

6.0 MATERIALS PAGE – 6 of 9

7.0 EQUIPMENT PAGE – 6 of 9

8.0 PROCEDURE PAGE – 6 of 9

9.0 SAFETY PAGE – 9 of 9

10.0 ATTACHMENTS PAGE – 9 of 9

MAIN CONTRACTOR MEP CONTRACTOR

M/S AL SAHEL CONTRACTING Co., M/S EMT

Ref. No. J-261-ART-2021-

3.1 Approved Shop Drawings.

3.2 Contract Specification

MAIN CONTRACTOR MEP CONTRACTOR

M/S AL SAHEL CONTRACTING Co., M/S EMT

Ref. No. J-261-ART-2021-

CONSULTANT : M/S BH-NS ENGINEERING CONSULTANTS

ITL : Independent Testing Laboratory

ITP : Inspection & Test Plan

HSE : Health, Safety & Environment

PPE : Personal Protective Equipment

5.2 The MEP Coordinator: Responsible on behalf of main contractor to coordinate,

MAIN CONTRACTOR MEP CONTRACTOR

M/S AL SAHEL CONTRACTING Co., M/S EMT

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5.7 Foreman Responsibilities:

7.1 Portable Hand tools

MAIN CONTRACTOR MEP CONTRACTOR

M/S AL SAHEL CONTRACTING Co., M/S EMT

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7.3 Spirit Level

HANDLING AND STORAGE

INSTALLATION: (All works shall be as per approved drawing & specification)

M/S AL SAHEL CONTRACTING Co., M/S EMT

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8.15 The jointing process of PVC conduit will be followed as below.

MAIN CONTRACTOR MEP CONTRACTOR

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(c) Approved connectors / adopters will be used for connections to back

(d) Expansion couplers of approved type shall be provided wherever the

8.20 Sufficient gap shall be provided between conduits at crossing.

MAIN CONTRACTOR MEP CONTRACTOR

M/S AL SAHEL CONTRACTING Co., M/S EMT

Ref. No. J-261-ART-2021-

MAIN CONTRACTOR MEP CONTRACTOR