METHOD STATEMENT FOR CABLE TRAY AND CONDUIT INSTALLATION WITH RISK ASSESMENT

TABLE OF CONTENT
1.0. PURPOSE
2.0. SCOPE
3.0. TOOLS & EQUIPMENT
4.0. MATERIALS
5.0. PRE-INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS
6.0. WORK METHODOLOGY
7.0. RISK/HAZARD ANALYSIS
8.0. PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT 9PPE)
9.0. MANPOWER

1.0 PURPOSE

The purpose of generating this Method Statement is to establish a general guideline, monitor and
control all activities of the Electrical and ELV cable tray and conduit installation works; which shall
include the main cable tray, branch cable tray, conduits, junction and pull boxes; and all associated
supports; through the guidelines contained herein so as to ensure that the job execution complies with
the requirements and serves the intended function to a satisfactory level.

2.0 SCOPE

This Method Statement gives details of how the work will be carried out, the health and safety issues
and controls that are involved and also reflecting findings of the relevant risk assessments.
This method statement only includes the activity of Cable Tray and Conduit installation works as listed
below:
 Cable tray and conduit material handling
 Fabrication and installation of support for cable tray and/or conduit
 Fabrication and assembly of cable tray and/or conduit accessories.
 Installation of cable tray and conduit.

3.0 TOOLS & EQUIPMENT

 Cutting tools
 Portable Drill machine
 Welding machine
 Hacksaw Frame and Blade
 Spirit Level
 Sand Paper and File
 Measuring Tape
  Barricade tape
 Set of Screwdrivers
 Working platforms: scaffolding as required within the specified work area
 Portable Ladder
 Pipe Wrench
 Socket Wrench Set
 Combination Spanner Set
 Hammer
 Full PPE as per risk assessment and site survey plan and procedures: Safety goggles and glasses,
glove, safety harness etc.

4.0 MATERIALS

All materials shall be in line with the approved material submittal and approved shop drawings

 Hot dip galvanized Cable trays and conduits

 Hot dip galvanized slotted hole strut channel bracket
 Steel channels and angles
 Beam clamps
 Horizontal flange conduit clips
 Bossed split band pipe clips
 Hot dip galvanized threaded rods
 Galvanized pull/junction boxes
 Fittings and accessories

5.0 PRE-INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS

On receipt of materials at site, necessary precaution shall be taken for unloading, shifting and storage as
follows:

5.1 All materials received at site shall be inspected and ensured that the materials are as per
approved material submittal.
5.2 Any discrepancies, damage etc., found will be notified and reported for further action
5.3 Material not found suitable for site use will be removed from site immediately
5.4 Material shall be stored in covered/dry designated area and placed off the ground at all times
5.5 Ensure that the work area is tidy and safe to carry out the work
5.6 Prior to start the installation, refer to the approved shop drawings related to the area of
installation and ensure that the required materials are available at site as per approved
material submittals.
5.7 Ensure the materials are stored properly and there is no mark of damage or deformity of any
kind before issuing the materials from site store. All materials and accessories should also be
free of dust, scale or oil.
5.8 Ensure that the issued materials are of approved specifications/submittals and as per
requirement of the area shop drawings. (i.e. Make, size, Model/Type etc.)
5.9 Quantity of support required to be counted from the drawing and fabricated at site work
shop
 5.10 Before work commencement, pre-inspection of all materials, tools and access for installation
to be carried out.

6.0 WORK METHODOLOGY

Cable Tray and Conduit Installation:

6.1 Ensure the Cable Tray Installation is carried out in accordance with manufacturer’s
installation recommendations, requirement of applicable standards and in accordance with
recognized industry practices and as per the project specifications to ensure that installation
complies with requirements
6.2 Installation will be carried out by skilled and suitably experienced electricians under
supervision of highly competent site supervisor and engineer to ensure correctness and
quality of installation.
6.3 Installation will be coordinated to other services to avoid clashes and conflicts
6.4 After cutting and drilling works, all sharp edges shall be smoothed
6.5 Supports for cable trays should provide strength and working load capabilities sufficient to
meet the load requirement of the cable tray wiring system.
6.6 Cable tray and conduit supports will be fastened to building structure.
6.7 Cable trays will be installed directly on designated supports and using other services’
supports will not be allowed
6.8 Cable tray will be installed with enough space to permit access for installing cables.
6.9 There will be no site fabrication for all fittings that will be used. All fittings will be from
approved manufacturer
6.10 Welding support by qualified and certified welders and make sure all supports are welded as
per specifications, after finish then remove the debris from welding points
6.11 The supports will be touched up, painted wherever it has been cut, drilled & filed.

6.12 Support Erection:

 Before starting installation of supports scaffolding shall be erected (if required) at required
levels as per project specification to allow safe access and as per site condition
 The structure to which the support is to be installed shall be checked whether it is released
from other related disciplines to commence the cable tray and conduit installation
 Supports will be installed in steel structure as per elevations shown in the IFC layout drawings
and as per standard installation detail, the maximum support spacing and location shall be as
per the details shown in typical drawing for the cable tray when installed vertically and
horizontally.
 The exact location of cable tray support shall be decided as per site condition. Any interference
observed with other process services and other utilities shall be immediately communicated to
the Consultant for proper coordination.
 The minimum clearance between the cable trays with other services will be checked and
minimum spacing will be maintained for other services as specified in the project
specification / layout drawings/ standard installation detail before commencement of support
 installation.

6.13 Welding Type:

 Lift the supports to required location or elevation by appropriately lifting tools.
 Clean the surface of steel insert plate or structure by grinder before welding.
 Fix the support on the steel structure of plate by full welding. Make sure support straightly on
vertical and leveling on horizontal, and location must comply with drawing.
 Clean the debris at welding point after welding, then touch-up; painting to reflect same
appearance like before fabrication.

6.14 Cable Tray Installation

 Upon Completion of alignment of support installation, the cable tray will be placed on the
supports and fastened on the supports by means of tray holding clamps as per the
manufacturer recommendation.
 The tray segments will be joined to each of its length by manufactures supplied splice plates
using bolts, nuts & Washers. Splice plates shall not be located over supports
 All the cut locations of the cable tray will be filed properly for smooth edges and shall be
painted with approved galvanization. Where necessary to cut the cable trays, the cutting line of
the cable trays shall be through continuous metal parts and not through the perforation.
 There are no sharp edges throughout the run, which could cause damage to the cable and
clamping bolts present smooth heads inside the trays and not the nut end of the bolt.
 The electrical continuity of cable trays will be maintained by using earth bonding jumper at
joints and between the cable trays & the fittings used at change of direction to connect each
other. Metal cable trays must be grounded and electrically continuous system.
 Cable tray installation will be completed and will be inspected by QC inspector as per project
procedures before the commencement of cable installation.
 Cable trays’ covers shall be provided after the cabling activities are completed, wherever it is
installed outdoors.
 The main cable tray routing should be installed in accordance with the newest IFC layout
drawing.

6.15 Cable Conduit Installation

 Cable protection conduit is divided into PPR and metal conduit.

 PPR conduit is used for protection of above ground (stud-up) conductor from underground
lightning protection system earth interconnection ring.
 The metal conduit used for protection of lighting, small power and ELV cables shall be hot dip
galvanized rigid steel pipe.
 Surface run conduits will be employed
 Set out the proper location, elevation, and conduit routing as per project specification and
approved shop drawings
  Mark the location of conduit routing as per approved shop drawings. Coordinate the
installation of conduits and wiring devices’ boxes with other trades where applicable
 Conduits shall be attached to the building’s horizontal and vertical steel structure respectively
by means of flange and bossed split band pipe clips
 Check if any damages are occurred on the conduits during the construction activities, the same
shall be replaced as per approved shop drawings.
 Sufficient draw-in boxes shall be provided to permit easy wiring
 ELV cables should be routed separately from electrical power cables. The physical parallel runs
should be as per IFC drawings’ requirement or as approved by the Consultant.
 Sharp edges of conduit shall be filed to avoid damages to insulation of wires.
 All pull boxes and junction boxes in the route of conduit shall be provided with covers after
pulling the wires.
 Separate conduit shall be installed for each circuit and for each system of wiring
 Ensure that the conduits are mechanically and electrically continuous.
 Ensure the conduits are cleaned and dry internally before wiring installation
 Work shall be executed under the supervision of the manager and/or competent electrical
supervisor.

7.0 RISK/HAZARDS ANALYSIS

S/N Activity/Task Possible Hazards/Risks Risk Treatments Work Permit(s)

7.1 Entering Work Site Hazard
• Tripping and falling over
materials, or on
unmarked steps, and
uneven and unstable
surfaces
• Hazards to third parties
from workers moving in
and out of site
Risk
Depending on the
Circumstances; a high
level of risk or minor to
serious:
• Fractures
• Bruising
• Cuts and abrasions
• Sprains or strains
7.2 Accessing Hazard
Temporary Power Temporary Power Hazard
• Poorly installed or
Maintained temporary
power Boards
Safety controls including personal
protective equipment (PPE)
•Enter the work site through the proper •PTW
access.
•Report to Site Manager for induction
• Discuss any known problems and risks
with the Site Manager
• Obey all signage.
• Wear effective PPE.
NOTE. Safety footwear, high visibility
clothing is minimum standard on
appropriately controlled work sites.
• Wear other PPE as required
• Undertake inspection of site conditions.
•-Move at a pace allowing for proper visual
assessment.
• Check temporary services are in good
condition and suitable for the intended
task.
• Confirm power boards have been tested
and tagged by a qualified Electrician and
 are current and safe.
Risk • Check power point is fitted with RCD
• Electrocution or earth leakage switch.
• Burns
• Fibrillation
• Death

S/N Activity/Task Possible Hazards/Risks Risk Treatments Work Permit(s)

Safety controls including personal
protective equipment (PPE)
7.3 Running Out and Hazard • Decide the best route to take the
Coiling Up • Potential for damage lead away from potential damage by
Electrical Lead from traffic.
pedestrian/vehicular/plant • Check lead is out of harm’s way
movement • Consider what additional materials, such
• Potential for the lead to as hooks, may be needed.
create a trip hazard • Check that the power to the main box
• Damage to the lead is turned off before plugging in the lead.
may occur if coils • Run out the lead from the main power
are too small box towards the work area.
• Check leads are not hanging over
scaffold or other metal framework.
Risk • Use lead hooks where necessary
• Electrocution • If coiling by hand, make sure the coil
• Burns is in large loops of approximately one
• Fibrillation metre diameter.
• Death • As coiling proceeds, check the lead for
• Fractures any damage.
• Bruising WARNING. Damage to outer insulation,
• Cuts and abrasions loose plugs or exposed conductors must be
• Sprains or strains reported to the person responsible for
maintenance.
7.4 Using Manual Hazard • Employees must be properly trained in
Hand Tools • Inadequate training the safe use of hand tools.
• Incorrect use of hand • Use the right tool for the job.
tools WARNING. Do not use tools for jobs
• Tools in poor condition they were not intended to do eg. Do
• Defective tools not use a slot screwdriver as a chisel,
• Repetitive use pry bar, wedge or punch, or wrenches
• Slips, trips and falls as hammers.
• Use good-quality tools and keep them
Risk in good condition at all times.
• Loss of fingers or • Maintain tools carefully. Keep them
eyesight clean and dry and store them properly
• Broken bones after each use.
• Impact and/or • Inspect tools for defects before use.
penetration injuries from • Replace or repair defective tools
flying objects • Keep cutting tools sharp and cover
 • Bruises, cuts and sharp edges with suitable covering to
abrasion protect the tool and to prevent injuries
• Injuries to muscles, from unintended contact.
joints and ligaments • Point sharp tools e.g. Saws, chisels,
through using the wrong knives etc. lying on benches away from
tool, or the right tool aisles. Handles should not extend over the
improperly. edge of the bench top.
• Tools handles must fit tightly into the
head of the tools.
Activity / Task /
WARNING. Do not carry tools in a
way that interferes with using both
hands on a ladder, while climbing on a
structure, or when doing any hazardous
work.
• Replace cracked, splintered or broken
handles on hammers, files, screwdrivers or
sledgehammers.
• Wear the correct PPE for the job you
are doing. I

WARNING. Do not wear bulky gloves

to operate hand tools.
• Keep the work environment clean and
tidy to avoid clutter which may cause
accidents.
• WARNING. Do not throw tools. Hand
them handle first, directly to other
workers.

S/N Activity/Task Possible Hazards/Risks Risk Treatments Work Permit(s)

Safety controls including personal
protective equipment (PPE)
7.5 Welding Hazard • Wear appropriate PPE: • Hot Work
•Electric shock -Safety belt •Work at height
• Noise -Welding element with side-shields •Using a
 •Exposure to UV and IR -Respirators ladder/Scaffolding
radiation -Fire resistant clothing
•Exposure to dangerous -Ear protection
fumes and gases -Boots and gloves
•Position a suitable fire
Risk extinguisher next to the hot work
• Eye injury area
• Secondary electric shock •Receive appropriate training
• Burns •All scaffolding shall comply with
• Fibrillation project specification and will be
• Death inspected, approved
• Hearing loss and tagged before its use by
• Cancer competent person.
• Throat and lung irritation •Secure tools using lifting bags and
• Fibrillation tool belts, comply with the tools
• Death manufacturer’s
instruction and safety
recommendations and never
remove the safety guards
7.6 Cable Tray, Conduit and Hazard •Wear appropriate PPE •Work at height
Supports’ Installation •Fall • Use only self-supporting ladder •Using a
• Manual handling injuries (e.g., step ladder) ladder/Scaffolding
•All scaffolding shall comply with
Risk project specification and will be
•Body injuries inspected, approved
• Fractures and tagged before its use by
• Bruising competent person.
•Electrocution •Secure tools using lifting bags and
•Death tool belts, comply with the tools
manufacturer’s
instruction and safety
recommendations and never
remove the safety guards

8.0 PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT (PPE)

The following PPE among others which have been identified to be appropriate for the installation shall
be provided to our personnel before work commencement:
 Hard hat with chin strap
 Steel-toed safety boots
 Heavy-duty work gloves and rubber (latex) gloves
 Ear plug
 Safety Vest etc.
 Safety goggle
 Safety harness with 2 fall arrest lanyards
9.0 MANPOWER

 Supervisor / Site Engineer

 Electrician/ Technicians
 Welders
 QC Inspector