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PURPOSE
The purpose of this Method Statement is to provide General Guidelines for Cable
laying & Cable Termination for the Project PE # 434 : Power, Control & Signal
Cables for The Scrap Pellet recovery project for Abu Dhabi Polymer Company Ltd.
(BOROUGE) at the Ruwais Industrial Area, Abu Dhabi Emirate.

2. SCOPE
Scope of this Method Statement covers the following activities.
 Material Handling
 Procedure
 Precautions
 Testing
 Inspections

3. REFERENCES
The Following documents & drawings are considered for reference documents:
 Project Specific Cable Route drawings. {please indicate specific drawing
references}
 Project Specifications
 Project Quality Plan (PQP)
 Inspection & Test Plan(ITP)

4. DEFINITIONS
OWNER: Abu Dhabi Polymer Company ltd. “BOROUGE”
ENGINEER: {please indicate Consultant/Engineer’s name.}
CONTRACTOR: Al Husam General Contracting Est.
DAY: A consecutive calendar day unless otherwise stated MAY:
Is used where a provision is discretionary
PLANT: Machinery, computer hardware and software, apparatus,
materials, articles and things of all kind to be provided under the
contract other than Contractor’s Equipment.
PROJECT: Project PE #434 Scrap Pellet recovery project for Abu Dhabi
Polymer Company Ltd. (BOROUGE)
SE: Site Engineer
SUP: Supervisor
ITP: Inspection & Test Plan

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 E&I: Electrical & Instrument QA/QC:
Quality Assurance and Control
IFC: Issued for Construction
PPE: Personal Protective Equipment
HSE: Health Safety & Environment

5. MANPOWER & EQUIPMENT

5.1 MANPOWER

5.1.1 PROJECT MANAGER :

 The Project Manager has the overall administrative responsibility for the
implementation of this method statement.
 Coordinates the works with the Site Manager to ensure they are carried out
according to the planned program.

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  Conveys to the Site Manager the importance of adhering to all safety measures
and quality control in co-ordination with Safety Engineer and QC Engineer and
in line with the HSE Plan and Quality Plan.

5.1.2 Site Manager :

 The Site Manager has the overall site responsibility for the
implementation of this method statement.
 Ensures that approvals from all concerned authorities has already been
obtained before proceeding with trial pit excavation and made available to his
site team.
 Ensures that the works are carried out according to the planned program and
that all the equipment required to execute the works shall be available as per
the project planning and are in good condition.
 Coordinates with the Project Engineer / Site Engineer, Safety Engineer, Quality
Control Engineer and for the orderly, safe and proper execution of the work.
 Specific attention shall be given to all safety measures and quality control in
co-ordination with Safety Engineer and QC Engineer and in line with the HSE
Plan and Quality Plan.

5.1.3 Project Engineer / Site Engineer:

 Ensures that all the works are to be carried out according to the
specifications and approved shop drawings.
 Provides all necessary information and assigns the responsibilities to his
construction team.
 Ensures and monitors the work progress of work in accordance with the
required program and report the same to the Project Manager.
 Coordinates with the Safety Engineer to ensure that the works are carried
out in a safe working practice.
 Coordinates with the QA/QC Engineer for the tests (if any) to be carried out and
initiates for the inspection for the work activities.
 Ensures the implementation of any request that might be raised by the
Consultant.
 Coordinates with the site foreman and plans the works in advance as per the

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 work sequence.

5.1.4 Surveyor:
 Shall ensure that New Abu Dhabi Datum reference survey
points/markers are obtained and located at or near the work site.
 Shall ensure that all coordinates values are in WGS 84-UTM, Zone 39N
Coordinate System.
 Shall ensure that existing buried services are already located, identified and
exposed prior to excavation.
 Shall supervise the checking of trench depth and grade (as may be
required) during excavation.

5.1.5 HSE Engineer/Officer:

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  Ensures the implementation of all Safety measures in accordance with the HSE
plan and ensures that everybody is fully aware of it for safe work
implementation.
 Ensures all the implemented safety measures are adequate to maintain the safe
working environment on site.
 Inspects all the site activities and trains the persons to prevent incidents and
avoid accidents and to properly report any incidents and accidents to the
Project Manager and Consultant.
 Ensures that the site is maintained clean, tidy and free of obstacles that
could endanger safety.

5.1.6 QA/QC Engineer:

 Ensures that all the required permits and clearance are already
obtained and still valid before starting the work.
 Maintains inspection and test records complete for any future
reference.

5.1.7 Other Personnel requirement:

i. Technicians
ii. Helpers
iii. Banks men
iv. Fork lift operator
v. Crane Operator
Whose responsibilities include
 Follow Safety Rules & Regulations
 Report any hazard in work place
 Report any accident or near miss
 Identify risks in workplace and associated hazards
 The usage of issued PPE
 Report any defects in machinery and equipment
 Report any non-conformance identified at work site

5.2 Equipment / Tools

{Please add or delete equipment according to site requirement}
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a) JCB Excavator

b) Hi-Up

c) 20 Ton Mobile Crane

d) Plate Compactor

e) Cable Rollers

f) HV Cable Joint Kit

g) Cable Trolley

h) Crimping Press
i) Cable Pulling Winches

j) Transportation vehicle

k) Portable Lights

l) Jointer Tool Box

m) Electrical Tool Box

n) H.V. Cable Saw

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o) AC High Voltage Test Kit / VLF Test Kit

p) Manual Excavation Tools

q) Removable Barricades

6. PROCEDURE
6.1 EXCAVATION & BACKFILLING
6.1.1PREPERATION & PRECONDITIONS
a) Permit to Work (PTW) if required shall be raised to the Owner/Engineer for the
excavation clearly mentioning the location of work, size of excavation and
levels.
b) Excavations area shall be surveyed and marked to the lines and levels as
shown on the drawings.
c) The area of excavation will be cordoned off using safety barricading to stop
trespassers.
d) Assign sufficient banks men, helpers and supervisors at the site prior to start of
excavation.
e) Required sign boards such as “DEEP EXCAVATION” “MEN WORKING”,
“DANGER” and warning boards will be placed to indicate the excavation work.
f) Ensure the working area at any confined space is free from any Hazardous
Gas by proper Gas testing using the Gas testing instrument.
g) If there are structures adjacent to the work area, proper temporary
supports shall be provided to the adjacent structure prior to start
excavation.
h) Fences and minor structures of any character or upon within the limits of the
works and not necessary for the construction shall be removed carefully and
stored neatly for reinstating after the construction works.
i) If any Survey points, bench marks, boundary stones and markings falling on
the area shall be removed only with the OWNER / ENGINEER's written consent
and shall be stored and reinstated according to OWNER
/ ENGINEER's instructions.
j) Check the area of excavation to find out any underground facilities other
than listed in topographical survey by:
 Using appropriate detective equipment, such as cable detector, metal
detector etc.

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  Check existing exposed excavation nearby area to find out
existing underground facilities.
 Refer available As-built drawings from the Company, other agencies,
other contractors doing projects nearby areas and mark in the area.
 Take trial/ test pits to find out existing underground pipes,
structures.
 Check the indication marks, signs, manholes nearby area and find out the
path of services.

6.2 EXCAVATION

6.2.1 Trial Pit and Excavation Procedures

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a) Prior to star of any excavation, the area shall be checked for the existing
services/ utilities by obtaining the approvals with reference to the relevant
drawings.
b) The necessary excavation activities shall start only after getting the notice
intent from the Concerned Authorities who have services
/installation in the vicinity or plan to install their services in the general area in the
near future.
c) Excavation of the trial pits shall be done manually as per the size indicated in
the approved drawings up to the required length and level.
d) In open areas the excavation shall be carried out by using the machineries, the
exact location of each trench and pit being subjected to the prior approvals.
e) Manual excavation will be carried out to expose the existing utilities, if any,
which has to be identified.
f) The trenches shall be kept dry during cable installation operation. The
contractor shall deal with the dispose of water so as to prevent any risk to the
cables and other materials.
g) The contractor shall provide suitable dewatering while performing the works
according to the scope of work.
h) The required control measures shall be developed and implemented while
performing the works and more importance will be given for public safety
and environmental issues.
i) While performing the work the trenches shall be straight, free from any sharp
objects/edges likely to injure the cable or accessories and filled with soft sand
and sieved sand to form smooth bedding before the cables are laid.
j) The contractor shall take the necessary precautions to prevent damage to the
road or ground surface due to a slip or breaking away from the side walls of the
trench including the pedestrian safety as well.
k) The vehicle entry shall be restricted on the specified work area by prior
approval from the concerned agencies.
l) Where ever there is a crossover of the existing services/utilities, these shall be
protected with utmost care with the prior permission of concerned authorities
and approved methods.
m) In case of other projects in the same vicinity, the contractor shall obtain the
necessary approval from the Owner/Engineer & the Engineer for the concerned
project to clarify the scope of the works and boundaries of the other project,

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 according to the scope of the work.
n) Excavate the area by using only hand tools as per the markings and levels
with proper protection of sides
o) The bottom of the excavation shall be levelled and trimmed to receive the
permanent works.
p) Provide proper rigid barriers around excavations include provision of ladders,
emergency escape way, adequate side slopes or shoring and shuttering,
detours.

6.2.2 EXCAVATION ADJACENT TO UNDERGROUND SERVICES

a) Excavation near the existing electrical cables, instrumentation and control

cables, sewer line, gas lines and any other service line shall take all
necessary precautions to protect the services with proper supports &
covers.

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 b) All existing structures, foundations, pipes and cables, if any, which are to be
incorporated into the final work, shall be adequately protected from damage.
c) All underground services located during excavation shall be mapped for
consideration during construction of the works.
d) If any underground service is noticed other than specified in the area during
excavation shall be brought in notice of the OWNER
e) Excavation shall not be carried out adjacent to or near existing building
foundations, without suitable shoring/sheet piling.

6.3 BACKFILLING
6.3.1General

a) Backfilling area shall be backfilled with approved material compacted in layers

by suitable equipment like plate compactors, vibratory roller compactors,
etc., until the specified density has been obtained to the satisfaction of the
OWNER/ ENGINEER.
b) Compacting shall be carried out with special care by means of mechanical
tampers of a type approved by OWNER/ENGINEER to avoid damage to
structures.

6.3.2 BACKFILLING MATERIALS

a) Backfilling materials shall be free from stones or rocks larger than 50 mm, or
other material which might prevent proper compaction or cause the compacted
fill or embankment to perform inadequately.
b) Backfilling materials shall be free from fossil content, clay, vegetation and its
roots, waste materials, Material containing gypsum or other soluble salts
greater than the allowable limits.
c) Following classified materials shall not be used for backfilling.
• Organic material, logs stumps and perishable materials.
• Material susceptible to spontaneous combustion.
• Materials with undefined properties.
• Materials having moisture content greater than the maximum
specified.
• Building rubble and domestic and industrial wastes.

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 • Soils and rock susceptible to deterioration/change of their
properties.
• Clay, silt and other loose or soft soils not in accordance with
compaction criteria.
• Dredged material.
• Rock materials

6.3.3 FILLING OF MATERIALS

a) Fill material shall be spread and compacted in 300 mm layers, with a

compacted layer thickness not exceeding 300 mm where mechanical
compactors like vibratory plate/drum compactors are used.
b) The thickness of fill material shall not exceed 150 mm where manual
compaction methods are adopted.
c) If the thickness of loose fill layers required to exceed 300 mm written
approval including methods of compaction shall be required from the
OWNER/ENGINEER.

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 d) If the surfaces receiving fill layers is smooth, then scarified to obtain a good
friction/key between the new fill layer and the sub grade.
e) Excavated materials may only be used for backfilling after obtaining
necessary permissions or approvals from the Owner/Engineer.

6.4 Formation of Cable Trench.

a) The formation of the trench shall be in accordance with Project
Drawings and Specifications.
b) The trench shall be excavated upto the required depth of 0.76 Mtr. from the
existing ground level
c) Dune sand bedding shall be done for a thickness of 150mm at the bottom of
the trench using TR tested and approved dune sand, prior to the installation of
cables.
d) Cables are laid over the dune sand bedding
e) Approved sand/backfill material is filled in the trench to the required level as
per approved drawing.
f) Sufficient Water is poured to match the required Moisture content
g) Cable protection tiles are laid above the dune sand filling

6.5 Final Backfilling.

a) Ensure the Concrete Cable Tiles are securely placed.

b) Selected sieved materials from the excavated soil shall be backfilled for a
thickness of 250mm above the cable protection tiles. Care shall be taken to
avoid stones and boulders mixing with the backfill material
c) Install Cable Warning Tape at a height of 250mm from top of the
concrete cable tiles
d) Backfill to the required level in similar way.
e) Ensure Proper Compaction of soil is done after every 150mm layer laid.
f) Reinstate the area as to its original situation.

7.0 CABLING
7.1 Material Handling

a) The Material RECEIVED FROM Client shall be stored in designated area of the

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 Store/storage facility.
b) Arrangements shall be made to protect the cable drums against effects of
weather and environment.
c) Material inspection will be carried out to ascertain that no damage has
occurred to the Cables.
d) In case of any damages common inspection and report will be issued.
e) Cable shall be tested on cable drums prior to removal and work site with a
1000 V insulation tester (5KV for MV Cables).The values will be noted for Core
to Core and Armour.
f) After the test, the end of the cable shall be sealed to prevent the ingress
of moisture.
g) Store material requisition shall be made.
h) The material shall be transported in their original packing to location.
i) The cable drums shall be off-loaded at the site locations as identified by the
site engineer.
j) It shall be ensured that there is no obstruction to movement of vehicles or any
hindrance to works of other companies.

7.2 Cabling

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7.2.1 Underground Cable Pulling

a) Inspection of sand bed will be carried out prior to commencement of cable

pulling. The sand bed will be of minimum 100mm Thickness.
b) After commencement of cable pulling the trench will be maintained clean.
c) Cable rollers shall be placed as required on the cable route.
d) Cable winch, if required, shall be positioned in proper place for cable pulling.
e) The cable drum intended for cable pulling shall be identified as per that
indicated in the drum schedule.
f) The cable drums shall be un-packed.
g) The cable shall be fixed to the winch, if used, by means of a cable sock or
gripper. Required number of persons will be posted at winch and near the
drum.
h) Cable laying will generally start from one end of the route length or at any
suitable point if required.
i) In case of buildings, the drums will be placed outside the buildings and the
cable pulled in the opposite direction. After reaching the other end the length
of the cable required for reaching the location inside the building will be
measured and then cut the cable.
j) In case of cable lengths which are more than one drum length, all cables which
can be laid from original position will be completed. And then the cable pulling
set-up will be re-positioned to the next location, from where the next length
will be pulled.
k) Depending on the weight and size of the drum, suitable size of the cable
spindle shall be placed inside the central axis of the drum.
l) Suitable jacks shall be placed firmly on the ground and jacked-up to allow
clearance from the ground depending on the size of the cable drum.
m) The drum shall be lifted by required equipment and placed on the jacks. The
cable drum will be correctly positioned and the direction of cable pulling as
indicated by arrow on the drum shall be complied.
n) Cables will be laid / pulled by hand and / or winch. During pulling with winch, if
required, the tension on the cable will not exceed that given by the
manufacturer.
o) Cables will be pulled according to drum-cable cutting schedule and as shown

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 in the relevant drawings.
p) Bending radius of cables shall comply with cable manufacturer’s
recommendation.
q) Unless the lengths exceed the maximum drum lengths joints shall be avoided.
Joint markers indicating joint positions shall be provided above grade.
r) Before cutting the cable, both ends must be inspected to ensure
sufficient length is for proper dressing and end termination.
s) Soon after completion of every cable the cables will be tested for
insulation resistance.
t) The open ends will be sealed till termination. Cable identification tags shall be
installed soon after the cable pulling.
u) Cable tags shall be installed as per Client Specification
v) The cable schedule and drum schedule will be updated with the
information on cable pulling.

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w) After completion of all cables in the same route the cables shall be dressed
and clamped.
x) Cable Joints position, if any, will be shown on the drawings.
y) Once the cable is laid, the processes listed out under 6.5 & 6.6 is carried
out.
z) Empty cable drums will be transported back to stores.

7.2.2 Above Ground Cable Pulling

a) Cables shall be laid mainly above ground in cable trays perforated and ladder
type.
b) Cable rollers shall be placed at every 6-12 meters or less if required to avoid
touching of the cable to tray.
c) Cable winch, if used, shall be positioned in proper place for cable pulling.
d) The cable drum intended for cable pulling shall be identified as per that
indicated in the drum schedule.
e) The cable drums shall be unpacked. The cable shall be fixed to the winch
by means of a cable sock or gripper.
f) Required number of persons will be posted at the winch, if used, and near
the drum.
g) Cable laying will generally start from one end of the route length from other
suitable point if required.
h) In case of buildings, the drums will be placed outside the buildings and the
cable pulled in the opposite direction. After reaching the other end the length
of the cable required for reaching the location inside the building will be
measured and then cut the cable.
i) In case of cable lengths which are more than one drum length, all cables which
can be laid from original position will be completed. And then the cable pulling
set-up will be re-positioned to the next location, from where the next length
will be pulled.
j) Depending on the weight and size of the drum, suitable size of the cable
rolling shaft (Spindle) shall be placed inside the central axis of the drum.
k) Suitable jacks shall be placed firm ground and jacked-up to allow clearance
from the ground depending on the size of the cable drum.
l) The drum shall be lifted by required equipment and placed on the jacks.The

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 cable drum will be correctly positioned and the direction of cable pulling as
indicated by arrow on the drum shall be complied..
m) Cables will be laid / pulled by hand and / or winch.
n) Cables will be pulled according to drum-cable cutting schedule and as shown
in the relevant drawings.
o) Bending radius of cables shall comply to cable manufacturers
recommendation.
p) Unless the lengths exceed the maximum drum lengths joints shall be avoided.
q) Before cutting the cable, both ends must be inspected to ensure
sufficient length is for proper dressing and end termination.
r) Soon after completion of every cable the cables will be tested for
insulation resistance.
s) The open ends will be sealed till termination.
t) Cable tags shall be installed as per Client Specification
u) The cable schedule and drum schedule will be updated with the
information on cable pulling.

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v) After completion of all cables in the same route the cables shall be dressed
and clamped. Cables shall be fixed in horizontal or vertical runs with or
Cable ties.
w) Interval of clamping will be as per Client Specification, but will not exceed
10Mtr for the horizontal runs and 1.0Mtr for vertical runs. When single core
cables are used the laying shall be in three-foil formation (Trefoil).
x) As-Built mark-up drawings certified by Contractor’s Supervisor and Engineer
will be prepared. Cable joints position will be shown on the drawings.
y) Empty cable drums will be transported back to stores.

7.2.3 Considerations
a) Where bends are encountered in a run, cables shall be lubricated with a cable
pulling lubricant to facilitate drawing in. Petroleum based is not acceptable.
During installation process cable must not be bent to a radius of less than 12
times the overall diameter of the cable. These conditions shall be strictly
adhered to, particularly where cables turn into road crossings, conduit entry
etc.
b) Rollers must be used where cables are installed in an open trench using a pulling
rope and eye; cable rollers are to be used at frequent intervals to support the
cables and must never be more than 3 meters apart. Care must be taken to
ensure that the cable does not enter or leave the rollers at an angle that
exceeds the bending radius of the cable. The rollers are to be packed securely
to prevent movement. Before driving any spikes to secure the rollers, care must
be taken to avoid other buried installations like cables etc. below the trench
floor.
c) The Pulling rope must be equipped with a swivel and be attached to the cable by
a stocking grip with pulling eye.
d) The cable shall be drawn into the trench manually, before the pull commences,
to prevent the winch to move along with the cable. The cable shall be drawn
into the trench smoothly with a minimum of stops and at an average speed of
9-12 meters per minute, to avoid irregular movement.

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