METHOD STATEMENT FOR TERMINATION /SPLICING OF MV-HV CABLE/WIRE
11KV Termination
Table of Contents:
- PURPOSE
- SCOPE
- REFERENCES
- RESPONSIBILITIES
- MAJOR PLANT & EQUIPMENT
- MATERIAL HANDLING
- CONSTRUCTION METHODOLOGY
- EQUIPMENT AND TOOLS
- PARTICULAR SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
- ATTACHMENT
1.PURPOSE
1.1 The purpose of this procedure is to ensure the splicing/termination of MV/HV power cables is performed in accordance with the Project Specifications and Latest Codes of Practice, shop drawings and manufacturers recommendations.
1.2 To ensure that safety precautions shall be applied throughout the installation.
2.0 SCOPE
2.1 This procedure shall apply during the splicing/termination of MV/HV power cables.
3.0 REFERENCES
3.1 [Company Name] Site Safety Plan
3.2 Project Manuals – Project Specifications
3.3 [Company Reference] – Quality Control Work Procedure
3.4 [Company Reference] – Electrical Work Procedure
3.5 [Company Name] Project Quality Plan
3.6 Approved Installation drawings (As applicable)
3.7 Approved Material Submittal (As applicable)
4.0 RESPONSIBILITES
4.1 Supervisor / General Foreman
4.1.1 Implementation of safe work method statement and risk assessment plan.
4.1.2 Arrange TBT prior to commencement of work.
4.1.3 Visit the area of work for no hazard items exist.
4.1.4 Organizing the site and work places so as to ensure that work is carried out to the required standard, with minimum risk to men, equipment and materials.
4.1.5 Ensure that the employees under his responsibility do not engage in unsafe work practices or take unnecessary risks.
4.2 Safety Officer
4.2.1 Enforce the Project HSE rules and regulation.
4.2.2 Implement HSE requirements as set out in [Company Name] HSE Plan
4.2.3 Ensure work permit has been obtained and implemented if applicable.
4.3 Tradesmen/Drivers/Operators/Welders
4.3.1 Follow Supervisor’s / General Foreman’s instructions.
4.3.2 Only authorized drivers / operators can operate the plants.
4.3.3 Only Electricity Authority Authorized Technician can work on Termination /Splicing / Testing & Commissioning of MV/HV Cable /Wire.
5.0 MAJOR PLANT & EQUIPMENT
5.1 All equipment/tools shall be inspected prior to use at site and [Company Name] ID tag shall be placed on equipment where applicable.
5.2 No modified tools may be used for any task.
5.3 All test equipment shall be checked to assure that they are in good condition and valid calibration certificates are maintained and available for review.
5.4 Operator’s documentation shall be verified as applicable.
6.0 MATERIAL HANDLING
6.1 All materials shall be submitted for approval prior to procurement and delivery to site.
6.2 Materials shall be inspected on delivery to site, to ensure compliance with the approved submittal. An Over, Shortage & Damage report shall be completed for all deliveries.
6.3 Materials shall be unloaded in a proper manner, by manual or as necessary, mechanical means, crane or forklift. Materials shall not be dropped to the ground, but lowered carefully.
6.4 Materials will then be reconciled with the mill certificates, where applicable and any uncertified /non-compliant materials will be removed into quarantine.
6.5 Material shall be stored appropriately or placed on shelving within the warehouse area.
6.6 All materials shall be stored on shelves within the warehouse and shall be segregated according to size and type.
6.7 Care shall be taken to prevent the ingress of dirt or foreign objects into materials.
6.8 Insulation materials shall be stored in the manufacturers packing to ensure it is maintained in a clean dry condition.
6.9 Items requiring preservation and maintenance shall be subject to the requirements of the Preservation and Preventative Maintenance Procedure.
6.10 Manufacturer’s instructions with regard to storage requirements shall form the basis for material storage and preservation.
7.0 CONSTRUCTION METHODOLOGY
7.1 QUALITY CONTROL:
7.1.1 The Construction Department shall inform the Quality Department of the installation activities by issuing a Request for Inspection.
7.1.2 MV/HV Cable splices shall be done by certified Electricity Authority Technician and be approved by the company Client or appointed representative.
7.1.3 The Inspector shall verify the splicing of the Medium / High Voltage cable system by performing inspections as per the Inspection and Test Plan and shall record his findings on Quality Record.
7.2 CONSTRUCTION ACTIVITIES
7.2.1 Check area is clean with ample working space.
7.2.2 Cables to be spliced correctly identified.
7.2.3 Necessary cable support / guide in place for ease of splicing cable.
7.2.4 Check the approved splice kit. Ensure each kit contains the necessary manufacturer instructions.
7.2.5 Ensure that the splicing is done as per the manufacturer instructions.
7.2.6 Traceability record for each splice done shall be recorded.
8.0 EQUIPMENT & TOOLS
8.1 Hand Tools
8.2 Cutting Tools
8.3 Crimping Tool
8.4 Cable Puller
9.0 PARTICULAR SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
The contents of this method statement shall form the basis of a toolbox talk for all operatives before the commencement of such works.
9.1 RISK ASSESSMENT
– Danger of hand or other injuries from cutting tools and sharp edge
– Danger of falls from heights.
– Falls, knocks or trips due to poorly lit areas within the structure.
– Danger of eye damage during cutting or grinding.
– Electrocution when using electric hand tools and extension leads.
– Danger of injury when lifting large duct sections.
9.2 RISK MANAGEMENT
9.2.1 Only trained operatives shall use such cutting tools as required to carry out the works. All operatives, skilled and unskilled shall be provided with gloves for hand protection.
9.2.2 All operatives shall be provided with full body safety harnesses when working at heights above two (2) meters as set out in this method statement.
9.2.3 Main contractor shall provide general lighting while [Company Name] shall provide the Task Lighting as required by the areas subject to poor lighting.
9.2.4 When cutting or grinding all operatives shall wear a full-face visor. All other operatives in the general area of such work shall be made aware and avoid such areas.
9.2.5 All hand tools and extension leads shall be inspected before use to ensure they are in good working order, with no damaged or exposed elements. Leads shall be checked along their full length and plugs and sockets shall be of the correct type and rating.
9.2.6 Where scaffolding is required to be installed for the lightning/earthing installation, a Green Tag shall be attached to the scaffolding to identify that the scaffolding has been inspected and can be used for construction purposes. Ensure work permit is valid if applicable.
10.0 ATTACHMENT
10.1 [Company] Quality Record No. 0007 – “SPLICING OF MV/HV POWER CABLES”
10.2 [Company] Quality Record No. 0007 – MV/HV CABLE SPLICE TRACEABILITY RECORD
10.3 HSE Risk Assessment
