ADDENBROOKE'S NHS TRUST ESTATES & FACILITIES MANAGEMENT

"Committed to Providing a Safe and Effective High Quality Environment for the Delivery of Healthcare"

ESTATES DOCUMENT "STANDARDS FOR CONTRACTORS"

ELECTRICAL

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TABLE OF CONTENTS SITE RULES Paragraph Page

1. GENERAL 2. SEQUENCE OF WORKS 3. MECHANICAL WORKS 4. BUILDERS WORKS 5. SEGREGATION OF SERVICES 6. CONDUIT AND FITTINGS 7. ADAPTABLE BOXES 8. STEEL TRUNKING 9. CABLES IN CONDUIT AND TRUNKING 10. TERMINATION OF CABLE CONDUCTORS 11. PVC CONDUITS 12. PVC CONDUIT RUNS 13. PVC CONDUIT JOINTS 14. PVC ELBOWS AND TEES 15. SUSPENSION OF HOT OR FULLY ENCLOSED LUMINAIRES 16. MECHANICAL CONTINUITY AND EARTHING 17. PVC DRAW IN BOXES 18. WIRING OF PVC CONDUITS 19. PVC TRUNKINGS 20. FLEXIBLE CABLES AND CORDS 21. PVC INSULATED AND ARMOURED CABLE 22. CABLE TRENCHES 23. MINERAL INSULATED METAL SHEATHED CABLE 24. CABLE TRAYS 25. LV SWITCHBOARD PANELS AND DISTRIBUTION FUSEBOARDS 26. UNIT TYPE SWITCHBOARDS 27. CUBICLE TYPE SWITCHBOARDS 28. SWITCHBOARD CONNECTIONS AND TERMINATION OF CABLES 29. DISTRIBUTION FUSEBOARDS 30. LABELLING 31. WIRING ACCESSORIES 32. EARTHING GENERALLY 33. AS FITTED DRAWINGS AND MAINTENAANCE MANUALS 34. GUIDANCE FOR WORK WITH ASBESTOS INSULATION BOARD 35. TESTING

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Electrical 1. General

This section includes standard clauses covering wiring systems and all PVC cables, LV switchboards and panels, distribution fuseboards, lamps, lighting switches, socket outlets, clocks, earthing and testing. It shall be read in conjunction with the Contract Specification, NHS Model Engineering Specification, current IEE or ICE wiring guidance, relevant HTMs in particular HTM 2007 and with any drawings and schedules issued as part of a contract package. The following sections define the minimum standard of installation that will be considered acceptable by Addenbrookes NHS Trust. Different i.e. higher standards, may apply on a project specific basis and if required, they will be found in the electrical section of project specification. 2. Sequence of works

Except where a particular sequence of operation is specified, the work shall be carried out whole or in sections as the conditions or state of the building may dictate, or at the direction of the Supervising Officer. The contractor shall carry out all of the required works to an agreed programme with the Supervising Officer and within the contract period stated on the contract documents. Quotations and tenders are to be based on the assumption that some work may be required to be carried out outside normal working hours to facilitate the normal running of the hospital and allowances for this must be made when submitting your return. 3. Mechanical works

All mechanical works associated with the electrical services shall be carried out by the main contractor in accordance with the mechanical section of this document. The electrical contractor shall supply the main contractor with duplicate copies of dimensioned mechanical work drawings, indicating all holes, supports, trenches etc. 4. Builders works

All builders works associated with the electrical services shall be carried out by the main contractor in accordance with the building section of this document. The electrical contractor shall, supply the main contractor with duplicate copies of dimensioned builders work drawings, indicating all holes, supports, trenches etc. 5. Segregation of services 5.1 Conduit systems, conduits & cable trays

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compartment trunking system or separate cable trays shall be used for the following items: Mains voltage lighting and power cables; Radio, alarm and call systems cables; Telephones/Telecommunication cables; Intercommunication systems cables; Patient monitoring cables; Fire alarm cables; and Data Transmission/Network cables, except where otherwise specified. 5.2 Installation of Cabling

All cabling will be clipped at suitable intervals as dictated in Appendix 1 of this document. 5.3 Fire Stopping

All holes created through existing fire barriers whilst installing cable trays, trunking, etc. must be made good by the main contractor and fire stopped by an approved fire barrier specialist. 5.4 Fixings (General)

All electrical equipment unless otherwise specified will be securely fitted to the building fabric using rawl bolts, sleeve anchors or woodscrews and rawplugs. Where equipment is to be fitted to existing steelwork, the Supervising Officer's approval is required before any work commences. 6. Conduit and fittings 6.1 Conduit and Conduit fittings shall be:

6.1.1 To the requirements of Section C41, NHS Model Engineering Specification. 6.1.2 Of heavy galvanised weather proof type where installed externally, with mineral jelly between surface of joints or alternatively fitted with proprietary gaskets. 6.1.3 Of heavy duty black enamel type where installed internally. 6.1.4 PVC conduit may only be used where specifically authorised. 7. Adaptable boxes 7.1 Adaptable boxes shall be:

7.1.1 To the requirements of Section C41, NHS Model Engineering Specification. 7.1.2 Fitted with overlapping lids where used on flush installations.

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7.1.3 Heavily galvanised and firmly secured to the fabric of the building. 8. 8.1 Steel Trunking Steel trunking shall be: 8.1.1 To the requirements of Section C41, NHS Model Engineering Specification. 8.1.2 Used where shown on the drawings or as called for in the particular specification, where multiple conduits runs would otherwise occur or in approved positions as directed by the Supervising Officer. 8.1.3 8.1.4 8.1.5 8.1.6 8.1.7 Manufactured in the following gauges: Up to 50mm x 50mm (2" x 2") or equivalent cross sectional area, 1.25mm U (18 swg). Above 50mm x 50mm (2" x 2") and up to 100mm x 100mm (4" x 4") or equivalent cross sectional area, 1.6mm U (16 swg). Above 100mm x 100mm (4" x 4") or equivalent cross sectional area, 2mm U (14 swg). Fitted with drip proof close fitting covers securely fixed to the trunking by an approved means that will avoid damage to the cables. Fitted with manufacturer's standard radiused or angled bends or tees as required. Fitted with segregating bridging pieces at take off points to ensure separation of services at all tee connections.

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Cables in conduit and trunking Cables shall be: 9.1.1 To the requirements of Section C41, NHS Model Engineering Specification. 9.1.2 Provided with copper conductors with LSOH insulation to 600/1000 volt grade, and shall be PVC insulated. Cables having insulation of XLPE, EPR rubber or silicone rubber or other heat resistant cables shall be used in the positions and areas as indicated on the drawings or as called for in this specification. 9.1.3 Coloured in accordance with the current edition of the IEE Regulations. Coloured sleeves shall only be used with the written approval of the Supervising Officer. 9.1.4 Installed without joints. Live conductors of lighting circuits shall be taken direct to switches; neutral conductors shall be looped at

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lighting points. 9.1.5 Segregated in accordance with the current edition of the IEE Regulations and with the requirements of the particular specification. 9.1.6 Fitted with shake-proof or spring washers on all bolted connections. 9.1.7 Of stranded or single core construction in the case of 2.5mm2 cables as detailed in the specification. 9.1.8 No conductor used shall be smaller than 1.5mm2. 9.1.9 Only single cables are permitted, no multi core cables such as Twin and Earth are permitted unless specifically authorised. 10. 10.1 Termination of cable conductors Conductors shall be: 10.1.1 To the requirements of Section C41, NHS Model Engineering Specification. 10.1.2 Terminated by one of the following methods unless otherwise stated. (a) Sweated lugs of the appropriate size of the cable used. (b) Compression type lugs. (c) Pinch screw type terminals that do not spread conductors. (d) Clamp type terminals. 10.1.3 Doubled back on themselves for all single connections of conductor size up to and including 2.5mm2. 11. 11.1 PVC Conduits Shall be to the requirements of Section C41, NHS Model Engineering Specification. PVC conduit and accessories shall be coloured white unless stated otherwise, and shall be installed so as to conform precisely to any instruction, recommendations or details given or suggested by the conduit manufacturer. All conduit boxes shall be white PVC, have steel insert clips, with covers fixed with brass screws, and of approved manufacture. Where PVC conduits are run on the surface or in ducts and creepways, they shall be securely fixed by PVC distance saddles spaced not more than 725mm apart. Spacer bar saddles must not be used without prior authority in writing by the Supervising Officer. Saddles shall be rigidly secured with 50mm x No 8 BJRH screws in plastic rawlplugs. Saddles shall be fixed at each change of direction and all boxes carrying light fittings, switches, sockets and other accessories shall be rigidly and securely fixed independently of saddles. All other conduit boxes must be securely fixed before cables are drawn in.

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PVC Conduit Runs Conduit wherever possible shall be run in the roof space/ceiling void or, in screed, or sunk below plaster depth when in walls. Full use shall be made of any existing trenches, ducts or creepways provided for other services. Conduit shall be run in such a manner so as to be perfectly smooth inside and out, free from any imperfection of any kind. When two or more conduits run parallel with each other, the distance between them shall not be more than 12.5mm and where such conduits run cross, use shall be made of 150mm x 100mm x 40mm adaptable boxes. Not more than 3 x 20mm conduits shall enter the smaller side of these boxes. Whenever conduits are run it will be the responsibility of the contractor to first ascertain whether any other services, e.g. water, steam, gas or heating, affect the conduit run. Any work along with any materials that are required to reduce or eliminate the effect of such services or associated conditions including any high ambient temperatures must be included by the contractor in his tender. PVC Conduit Joints Where PVC conduits are to be installed they must have their ends cut perfectly square and be deburred. After jointing, all adhesive must be care fully removed. PVC conduit boxes having wherever possible, spout entries, shall be used at the termination of all conduits, all lighting points and draw in boxes on conduit runs. For 20mm conduits, round boxes shall be used at the draw-in points. For 25mm or larger conduits, rectangular boxes shall be used. Where spout entries are not possible conduits shall be finished off with machined couplings, and smooth bore bushes. PVC Elbows and Tees No tees or elbows except for tee and elbow boxes used as specified above shall be used in the installation, all bends and sets shall be made with a bending machine using formers and springs of the correct size or as directed by the conduit manufacturer. All bends shall be set in the conduit without indentation; the bore being full and free from burrs throughout. Suspension of hot or fully enclosed luminaries Conduits used to suspend hot or fully enclosed light fittings shall be heat resistant (at least to ANTS Certificate 78/2 Standard).

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Mechanical continuity and earthing in PVC conduits and trunkings The whole of the PVC conduit system shall be mechanically continuous throughout. The contractor shall supply, install and connect separate earth continuity conductors to all final sub-circuits, which shall:Be installed in identical manner as other circuit conductors (radial or ring) Take the same route as other circuit conductors Have a stranded cross sectional area equal to the largest circuit conductor, and not less than 1.0mm2 (7/0.67). PVC Draw in boxes Sufficient draw-in boxes shall be installed to permit the re-wiring of the installation and to ensure this, no box shall be installed in an accessible position. The contractor shall minimise the use of draw-in boxes in rooms and corridors and shall check all proposed positions with the Supervising Officer before their installation, in the case of flush draw in boxes the electrical contractor shall fit a break joint ring to cover joint between plaster and box. Only draw tapes manufactured by the conduit manufacturer from nylon materials are to be used. The use of steel draw tapes is strictly prohibited. Wiring of PVC conduits Before any cables are installed, the conduit installation and the erection of fuseboards shall be completed and inspected by the Supervising Officer or his appointed representative. Any conduit rejected by the Supervising Officer shall be changed at the contractors own expense. A swab shall be drawn through each length of conduit to clean the interior and remove any moisture or surplus adhesive and all boxes shall be cleaned out. All cables except where otherwise stated in this specification shall be threaded into the conduit without undue tension or crossing. The maximum number of cables bunched in any one conduit shall not exceed that laid down in the current edition of the IEE Regulations. From time to time the electrical contractor will be required to withdraw cables contained in certain conduits at sundry selected points, to demonstrate that these requirements have been recognised. In the event of any protective insulation being damaged whilst cables are being threaded into conduit the whole of the particular length concerned must be replaced and refixed by the contractor at his own expense.

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PVC Trunkings Shall be to the requirements of Section C41, NHS Model Engineering Specification. PVC trunking and fitting shall be super high impact heavy gauge, heavy duty, all insulated, clip-on lid, PVC trunking and accessories. Any nonstandard trunking fittings shall be fabricated by the manufacturers. Where moulded PVC accessory boxes are used in conjunction with miniature PVC trunking, these must accept the trunking into the moulded box by at least 5mm, and if it is required to remove any knockouts or any part of the accessory, this shall be done such that the trunking forms a tight fit into the accessory. Both trunking and accessory shall be free from any kind of burr. Any accessory that is considered by the Supervising Officer or his representative not to be satisfactorily mounted or joined to the trunking, shall be removed and replaced entirely at the contractor's own expense. All cable trunking shall be run neatly and fixed in contact with the horizontal and vertical corners of the building, with switch drops run in contact with the vertical side of the door architrave. The complete installation shall be as inconspicuous as possible. Where changes of direction occur only approved pattern manufactured bends tees or blank ends shall be used. Conduit branch-offs shall be made with suitable clearance in the walls of the trunking and male PVC bushes fixed direct into couplings on the end of the outgoing conduit. Trunking shall be rigidly fixed by round head wood screws and plastic wall plugs spaced no more than 600mm apart. In damp situations the trunking shall be spaced off the wall by 20mm spacing collars. Fire alarm wiring shall not be installed in the cable trunking. Care shall be taken to ensure that the number and size of cables in any section of trunking, does not exceed the 'Space Factor' stipulated in the current edition of the IEE Regulations. Due allowance shall be made for the expansion of PVC trunking at the maximum rate of 6.5mm per 3.5m run, and in this respect holes for fixing screws shall be slotted.

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19.10 Joints in PVC trunking shall only be made using the internal, external or flange couplings recommended by the manufacturer. 19.11 The termination or changes of direction in PVC trunking will be made using the preformed accessories recommended by the manufacturer. 20. 20.1 Flexible cables and cords Flexible cables and cords shall be:

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20.1.1 To the requirements of Section C41, NHS Model Engineering Specification. 20.1.2 Be PVC insulated and sheathed where used for pendant lighting fittings, adjustable lamps for other portable appliances, unless otherwise specified. 20.1.3Be of the heat resistant type of silicone rubber and glassfibre braided for the final connections to all tungsten lighting fittings with a loading of 150 watts or more. Be LSOH [Low Smoke Zero Halogen]

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PVC Insulated and armoured cabled PVC/SWA cables shall be:

21.1.1 To the requirements of Section C41, NHS Model Engineering Specification. 21.1.2 Be of the 600/1000 volt grade unless otherwise specified. 21.1.3 Any deviation shall be approved by the Supervising Officer before laying commences. The routes shall be measured by the sub contractor on site, and he shall be responsible for ensuring that the correct lengths are ordered. Any length found to be measured too short shall be replaced with cable of the correct length. 21.1.4 Be delivered to the site in one continuous length on a drum ready for laying. No "through" or "T" joints shall be made unless called for in the particular specification or shown on the drawings. 21.1.5 Supported as necessary to meet the requirements of the IEE Regulations. Terminated in suitable compression glands of the type which provide an anchorage and a cross-joint bonding of the armouring. The glands shall then be fitted with PVC shrouds, which completely encase them. 21.1.6 Straight through joint and tee joint boxes shall be to the requirements of Section C41, NHS Model Engineering Specification. Be LSOH [Low Smoke Zero Halogen] 21.2 PVC insulated wire armoured cable shall be installed:

21.2.1 In such a manner that the cable and the cleats do not come into contact with gas, oil, steam, hot and cold water or any other service. 21.2.2 In ducts and on the walls of buildings using silicone aluminium claw type cleat supports or glass fibre, nylon reinforced hooks and clamps as indicated on the drawings or as called for in the specification. 21.2.3 On walls using cleats of the correct size and type to suit the overall diameter of the cable fixed to unistrut bracketry. The cleats or other specified supports shall be installed in accordance with the current edition of the IEE
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Regulations as regards radius of bends and to manufacturer's recommendations as to spacing between supports, and in a manner that no undue strain is put on the cables or the sealing gland. 21.2.4 With fire resisting infill where passing through floors or walls, to comply with the current edition of the IEE Regulations. (See Building Section, para 33). 21.2.5 Protected from mechanical damage to height of 2m (6') above floor level, where run on the surface of walls. 21.2.6 All cable routes shall be clearly marked on the 'As Fitted' drawings (to be supplied as DXF files) with adequate dimensions from fixed building lines to facilitate subsequent identification of the cable route. 21.2.7 To present a neat installation on walls and terminated with purpose made glands and armour clamps. 21.2.8 In ceiling voids or on soffits on heavy gauge galvanised cable tray on ladder rack fixed at regular intervals not exceeding 1200mm fixed with fault rated cable clips or cleats. 22. 22.1 22.2 Cable Trenches Shall be to the requirements of Section C41, NHS Model Engineering Specification. The sub-contractor shall be responsible for clearly marking out all cable routes on site. The excavation, back filling and reinstatement of the ground will be carried out by the main contractor at no cost to the subcontractor. No cable trenches shall be back filled without the prior approval of the Supervising Officer. Any work carried out on instructions given wrongly by the contractor shall be charged to the contractor including the cost of making good. The position of the cables shall be indicated where entering buildings by a plate fitted to the wall, engraved with the size and voltage of the cable. Engraving details will be given by the Supervising Officer during the course of the contract. Mineral Insulated Metal Sheathed Cable (MIMS) Mineral insulated metal sheathed cable shall be:

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23.1.1 To the requirements of Section C41, NHS Model Engineering Specification. 23.1.2 Of conductor sizes complying with the appropriate rating tables of the current edition of the IEE Regulations, except that no conductor of less than 1.5mm2 shall be used. 23.1.3 Single and multiple clamp type glands which are an integral part of switch boxes will not be accepted, unless specifically agreed with the Supervising Officer.
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23.1.4 Fitted with flameproof seals when fitted to flameproof equipment. 23.1.5 Fixed by means of copper saddles to match the sheath of the cable. Saddles shall be fixed to walls, ceiling etc, by means of purpose made plugs and screws as detailed for conduit work. Saddles shall be spaced as given below:

Overall Diameter of Cable Up to 9mm Above 9mm to 15mm Above 15mm to 20mm 23.2 23.3

Maximum Spacing of Fixings Vertical Horizontal 225mm 400mm 300mm 600mm 800mm 1000mm

Where several cables are run together, multiple saddles shall be used Tested by the contractor in the presence of the Supervising Officer or his representative not less than 24 hours after installation and completion of seals. Any cables not giving an infinity reading when tested with a 500 volt Megger shall be resealed by the contractor at his own expense. Tested before and immediately after covering by concrete, plaster or being buried in the ground for conductivity and insulation resistance to verify that no mechanical damage has occurred. PVC sheathed where installed on the surface in damp or humid conditions and where buried in the ground, plaster or floor screeds, with PVC hoods and shrouds provided. Terminated in suitable adaptable boxes which shall be complete with terminal blocks so that not more than 3 x 2 core or 6 x 1 core cables are terminated at any one light point. The terminal block shall be labelled to indicate the circuit details. Installed using galvanised boxes in damp or humid conditions. At light fitting, socket outlet or switch positions, jointed by connections into the terminals provided. Where switch or loop in terminals are not provided jointing shall be made by pinch screw or flat clamp type connectors. Installed by tradesmen who have had a course of instruction in the handling and jointing of MIMS cables. Installed in accordance with the current edition of the IEE Regulations. Cable Trays Cable trays shall be:

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24.1.1 To the requirements of Section C41, NHS Model Engineering Specification. 24.1.2 Perforated steel of not less than 0.9mm up to 100mm width, 1.25mm up to 150mm or 1.6mm up to 300mm, and shall be PVC dipped in all cases where MIMS cables are used and galvanised, zinc coated or PVC dipped for other
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applications. 24.1.3 Adequately sized to support the cables without bunching; and 24.1.4 Shall utilize manufacturers fittings or equivalent.

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LV Switchboard Panels and Distribution Fuseboards All switchgear on switchboards shall be: General

25.1.2 Metal clad, totally enclosed and rated at 500 volts. Unit or cubicle type as indicated on drawings or specification. 25.1.2 Of the current rating, number of poles and fusing arrangements as indicated on the drawing and specification. 25.1.3 Fitted with HRC fuses, MCBs or MCCBs as indicated. The neutral shall be solidly earthed at the transformer or at the MV switchpanel if this is located immediately adjacent to the transformer. 25.1.4 Made so that cable entry plates on non-demountable units and cubicles shall be readily removable to facilitate the making of holes etc. 26. 26.1 Unit Type Switchboards Unit type switchboards shall be:

26.1.1 Constructed of fuse switches or switchfuses as specified, mounted on an angle iron framework of dimensions indicated on the drawings, or constructed from other proprietary type of framework of rigid construction and free from vibration due to operation of the switchgear. The framework shall be filed clean at intersections before assembly to ensure good contact and securely fixed in place by masonry bolts or similar. 26.1.2 Fitted with bus-bar chamber which shall extend the full length of the switch frame. The bus bars shall be colour coded with phases at each cover plate. 26.1.3 Complete with earth continuity conductor, earthing all components as specified in the current edition of the IEE Regulations. 26.1.4 Supplied with solid copper or aluminium connections between bus bars and switches, with clamps and bolts, for connection above 60 amps. PVC insulated cables shall be used for other interconnections. Colour identification of phases by tape or sleeving. 26.1.5 The same manufacturer for any one contract. 27. 27.1 Cubicle Type Switchboards Cubicle type switchboards shall be:

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27.1.1 Manufactured from sheet steel, rust proofed or electroplated, not less than 2mm thick, adequately braced. Drawings shall be submitted before manufacture. 27.1.2 Neatly and symmetrically arranged, with spare panels for future development where shown, connected with purpose made adapters to permit the connection of trunking and bus bar chambers so that all cables are enclosed. 27.1.3 Supplied where specified with header trunking or cable trays to run across the top of the switchboard. 27.1.4 Given one coat of rust inhibiting paint, one of undercoat and one of enamel to BS colour exterior to be chosen by the Supervising Officer and white interior. 28. Switchboard Connections And Termination Of Cables

28.1 The switchboard shall be provided with sealing boxes to suit the type cables. 28.1.1 Cable terminations shall be sweated lugs, compression lugs, or clamp type terminals. Where compression type are specified they shall be made using an approved type of lug and tool. 28.1.2 Cables shall be taken directly to the terminals of the switchgear except where otherwise specified. PVC or EPR Rubber insulated tails shall only be used where the length of cable core from seal to connections exceeds 600mm. 28.1.3 Pinching screws which bear directly upon the cables shall not be used for equipment over 15 amps. 28.1.4 Outgoing cables shall not pass through the busbar chambers unless specified. 29. 29.1 Distribution Fuseboards All distribution fuseboards shall be:

29.1.1 Fitted with neutral bars having a separate terminal for each outgoing fuseway. 29.1.2 Firmly secured to the building structure by rawlbolts or similar approved method, or to metal frames by means of nuts and bolts. 29.1.3 Fitted with barriers between phases and to prevent accidental contact. 29.1.4 Fitted with typewritten fuse-chart mounted inside in transparent, nonflammable pockets securely mounted on the fuseboards. Charts shall provide full details of outlets controlled, circuit numbers, fuse and cable sizes. 30. Labelling

30.1.1 All labels shall be of Ivorine or Traffolite laminate engraved with 5mm lettering at least and fixed with round-head, brass screws. Details of lettering to be checked with the Supervising Officer if not specified.
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30.1.2 Labels on switchgear shall include: Reference Number of the switch Specified current rating The part of the distribution controlled

30.1.3 Labels on fuseboards shall include: The reference number The service, e.g. lighting, power, standby etc The reference number of the controlling switch 31. Wiring Accessories

31.1 Ceiling Roses Ceiling roses shall be of the colour and type as specified and should be fixed to securely mounted conduit boxes. Plug in pattern ceiling roses shall be used unless otherwise specified. 31.2 Lampholders

Lampholders shall be as specified and to the requirements of Section C41, NHS Model Engineering Specification. 31.3 Luminaires

Luminaire fittings shall be as detailed on the drawings and in the contract specification. 31.4 Lighting Switches

Shall be as specified in Section C41, NHS Model Engineering Specification. Mounted in deep pattern boxes except where plaster depths are specified. Mounted in multi-gang assemblies where grouped. Of the sunk type where used with flush wiring systems, otherwise of the surface type. 31.5 Socket Outlets

Shall be as specified on the drawings and the specification. Shall be switched 13 amp. All sockets are to be flush mounted unless fitted into MK powerlink trunking. 32. 32.1 Earthing Generally Shall be as specified in Section C41, NHS Model Engineering Specification.

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32.2 32.3

Earthing shall be carried out in accordance with the appropriate sections of the current edition of the IEE Wiring Regulations. At all main switchgear positions an earth conductor consisting of copper strip having a cross sectional area of 80 mm2 shall be provided and all equipment including the metal sheath and armouring cables, the metal case of all switches, distribution fuseboards and metal frames shall be bonded directly thereto. This earth strip shall be connected as specified to the main earthing system. Where earthing strips are to be laid in the ground they shall be served with anti-corrosive tape, be laid in sand and protected with tiles. A removable test link shall be provided inside the building as near as possible to the earth electrode. Earthing of sub-main distribution equipment shall be made by means of connections to the sub-mains cable where these are lead covered, armoured, MIMS or conduit. Where the Electricity Board provide an earthed terminal or earthed cable sheath the earth strip shall be connected and bonded to this point, with their permission in writing. "As Fitted" Drawings and Maintenance Manuals See General section Guidance for work with Asbestos Insulation Board (A.I.B.) See Site Rules section

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Testing The tests shall include all those required by the current IEE Regulations and any others specified elsewhere in the Contract documentation or on the drawings. Test Instruments shall be: As specified in Section C41, NHS Model Engineering Specification. Provided by the contractor Correctly calibrated and certified for the limits of accuracy necessary. If an instrument used is considered suspect by the Supervising Officer it shall be tested by an Authorised Standardising Laboratory. If the suspicion is confirmed the cost of the test shall be borne by the contractor. Hand driven, generator type of test pressure 500 volts, except for mains cables where a 1000 volts generator shall be provided. Operated by suitably trained contractor's staff. The tests shall be carried out by the contractor in the presence of the Supervising Officer at the completion of the installation or in any other sequence agreed with the Supervising Officer. The results are to be recorded on the IEE tests forms and handed to the

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Supervising Officer within 14 days of the tests being made. 35.6 The works WILL NOT be accepted for practical completion or handover until the tests have all been satisfactorily completed and the certificates handed over.

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APPENDIX 1

Maximum Spacing of Clips Overall Diameter of Cable** Non-armoured rubber pvc or lead-sheathed cables (Generally) Horizontal Vertical * * 200 250 Armoured cables Mineral-insulated coppersheathed or aluminiumsheathed cables Horizontal * 250 Vertical * 300

Not exceeding 9mm Exceeding 9mm and not exceeding 15mm Exceeding 15mm and not exceeding 20mm Exceeding 20mm and not exceeding 40mm

Horizontal * -

Vertical * -

300

400

350

450

350

400

350

450

400

500

450

500

400

550

450

600

Note: For the spacing of supports for cables of overall diameter exceeding 40mm and for single-core cables having conductors of cross-sectional area 300mm and larger, the manufacturer's recommendations should be observed. ** for flat cables taken as the dimension of the major axis.
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the spacing stated for horizontal runs may be applied also to runs at an angle of more than 30 from the vertical. For runs at an angle of 30 or less from the vertical, the vertical spacing are applicable. Under no circumstances will cabling be run unclipped or loose unless contained in conduit or trunking.

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