STTS WIDEBODY AIRCRAFT FACILITY

METHOD STATEMENT FOR UNDERGROUND CABLE LAYING

METHOD STATEMENT FOR UNDERGROUND CABLE LAYING

Document No: P103-STTS-GEC-ASI-MS-ELE-006

REV. DATE DESCRIPTION GENFOCUS ASI/WSP

PREPARED APPROVED

000 27-05-18 Issued for Approval QA/QC PM

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1.0 PURPOSE

1.1 The purpose of this Method Statement is to describe in details the method of underground cable
laying.

2.0 SCOPE
2.1 The purpose of this Method statement is to define the procedure to be adopted for cable and to
ensure that the jobs are carried out strictly in accordance with the requirements specified in the
relevant specifications as attached

3.0 TOOLS AND RESOURCES

3.1 Cable Winch

3.2 Hydraulic jack
3.3 Cable rollers
3.4 Tools (Hydraulic cutting machine, spanners)
3.5 Drum supports.
3.6 Multi-meter. ( valid calibration certificate will be provide before use )

4.0 RESPONSIBILITIES

4.1 PROJECT MANAGER

4.1.1 Project manager shall be responsible overall to complete all MEP works as per specifications,
budget, time, & quality.

4.2 MEP SITE ENGINEERS

4.2.1 MEP Site Engineers shall be responsible for but not limited to the following important
activities:

4.2.1.1 To ensure that all the preparation and application works are carried out according to the
contract specification and manufacturer’s data sheet(s).

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4.2.1.2 To ensure that the progressing of works is carried out according to the planned program,
and as per the approved Method statement.

4.2.1.3 To ensure that all the equipment’s and materials required in executing the works are
available according to the planned constriction program.

4.2.1.4 To coordinate with the main contractor’s MEP coordinator and safety officer for all safe
and proper execution of the work in accordance with the risk assessment.

4.2.1.5 To coordinate with the civil team for any area preparation, access, clearance.

4.3 QA/QC ENGINEERS

4.4.1 Quality control engineers shall be responsible for but not limited to the following important
activities:

4.3.1.1 Inspecting the materials on site as per approved materials submittal and raise MIR
within 24 hrs prior to installation on site.

4.3.1.2 Inspection for the installation as per approved drawings and approved test plans and
checklists.

4.3.1.3 Preparing test forms for testing on site and updating results accomplished.

4.3.1.4 Issuing inspection request within 24 hrs before the actual inspection.

4.3.1.5 Responsible for the assurance of Quality control, method statement and inspection
test plan.

4.3.1.6 Controlling the shop drawings flow on site.

4.4 HSE OFFICER

4.5.1 H& S Officer shall be responsible for but not limited to the following important activities:

4.4.1.1 Ensure health and safety of the site personnel.

4.4.1.2 Ensuring PPE available with site personnel.
4.4.1.3 Good housekeeping on site.
4.4.1.4 Environmental concerns are addressed.

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4.4.1.5 Responsible for implementation and assurance of the safety and environmental
requirements (JHA).

5.0 PROCEDURE

5.1 OFF-LOADING AND HANDLING OF CABLE

5.1.1 Load tested/certified lifting tackles/cranes will be used to unload cable drums.

5.1.2 Ensure that the lifting equipment (Mobile cranes, Boom Loader, Fork lift) is adequately rated
for the specified weight (shown on the rating plate) and fit for purpose.

5.1.3 Off-loading of the cable shall be made in open area and the equipment should be covered with
polythene sheets to protect against external elements and make hard barricading to avoid the
damages.

5.1.4 Verify that the bracing & supports are provided to prevent damage during transit, lifting or
unloading.

5.1.5 Use only the fixtures provided (transport eyebolts, bugles, lifting points) while lifting or pulling
the cable drums.

5.1.6 Pulling or pushing shall be done using cable trailers and forklift for safe moving.

5.1.7 Lifting and pulling of the cable drums shall be as per the manufacture recommendation (see the
attachment).

5.1.8 Use only lifting slings of sufficient length to obtain an angle of 450 between the cable drums.

5.1.9 The cable drums shall be offloaded at an open area in an upright position.

5.1.10 Avoid standing directly underneath the cable drums, when lifted, unless absolutely necessary.

5.1.11 The storage base must be smooth and horizontal.

5.1.12 Lower the cable drums slowly and place it gently on the ground.

5.1.13 Cable drums shall be shifted from the store to respective site by using cable trailer.

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5.2 SEQUENCE OF WORKS

5.2.1 Drawings and approved method statement should be available necessary permits shall be
obtained for the trench work and approved by the engineer before excavation.

5.2.2 Excavation plan should be prepared

5.2.3 Excavation plan should be approved by engineer/appropriate authority and prior Approval from
authority shall be taken before the commencement of the work.

5.2.4
5.2.5 Layout, Alignment, Size of Excavation and depth should be marked on the ground as per
approved Excavation plan.

5.2.6 All trail pits shall be done with hand excavation for identifying the underground services prior
to proceeding with any mechanical excavation works. Underground utilities, sewers, water
pipeline, cables, if any etc. should be checked and brought to the notice of site in-charge.
According to the site condition services should be coordinate and rectify any clashes with
approval of all concern.

5.2.7 The excavated pits should be adequately sloped/shored/timbered and should be properly
barricaded for working and trial pits shall be kept open until finish the work at that area.

5.2.8 Barricading & caution signs should be provided for trench excavations.

5.2.9 The excavated material should be kept away from the edge of trench.

5.2.10 Heavy equipment such as cranes, shovels, ladders should be at least 6m from the edge of
excavated trench.

5.2.11 Danger sign should be provided near the excavated area.

5.2.12 Ramp shall be provided at both ends to trench for easy access and exit from the work area.

5.2.13 All road crossing shall be provided with concrete duct bank.

5.2.14 All concrete duct bank shall be constructed as per the approved shop drawing and approved
sections.

5.2.15 Trench base shall be coved with 5cm thick sand bed

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5.2.16 All materials received at site shall be inspected. MIR to be raised for material verification and
rejected material should be removed from site.

5.2.17 The work area should be inspected for safety prior to start the installation.

5.2.18 Obtain relevant work and excavation permits from the authorities.

5.2.19 Pre-installation Testing of cables for continuity & insulation resistance will be carried out as
per specification and ITP

5.2.20 All relevant approved shop drawings are available at site for the execution of job.

5.2.21 Ensure all control measures stated in the corresponding risk assessment are adhered to when
carrying out the job.

5.2.22 Use the cable jacks and bars that are of sufficient size to carry the weight of cable drum.

5.2.23 The cables shall be laid as per the approved load schedules.

5.2.24 The cable shall leave from bottom of the drum while pulling.

5.2.25 The pulling tension does not exceed the safe pulling tension of 12 kN allowable force of the
cable and it can measured from cable winch information digital display.

5.2.26 The winch rope will be pulled into the trench from the winch position to the cable position
using the draw rope.

5.2.27 Check that the wire-pulling sock will be fitted to the cable end and the winch rope will be
attached to the sock eye.

5.2.28 Lubricate the cable, if necessary from the drum end prior to its entry into the trench with the
approved pulling compound.

5.2.29 Every cable ends should be provide end cap to avoid any corrosion and rust.

5.2.30 Proper care shall be taken while pulling the cables through sleeves, by using bell mouth rollers,
lubricants and sufficient monitoring to avoid damages

5.2.31 After cable pulling is completed, inspection to proceed for cable laying, 5cm thick soft sand
coverage around the cable will be provided cable tiles and backfilling as per approved method
statement

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5.2.32 As per approved shop drawing warning tape shall be provided 300mm below the ground level
along the cable route.

5.2.33 Identify the cable route by placing the concrete cable route marker at every 25m and every
change of direction.

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