The document provides a method statement for connecting and terminating low voltage and control cables. It outlines 5 key steps: [1] Preparing for the work by reviewing drawings and ensuring proper tools/materials; [2] Cutting cables to the proper length and using compression tools to attach lugs; [3] Properly identifying and connecting cables in accordance with drawings; [4] Performing insulation and continuity tests; and [5] Sealing cable openings. It also describes conducting a job safety analysis to identify hazards and ensure risks are addressed before starting work.
The document provides a method statement for connecting and terminating low voltage and control cables. It outlines 5 key steps: [1] Preparing for the work by reviewing drawings and ensuring proper tools/materials; [2] Cutting cables to the proper length and using compression tools to attach lugs; [3] Properly identifying and connecting cables in accordance with drawings; [4] Performing insulation and continuity tests; and [5] Sealing cable openings. It also describes conducting a job safety analysis to identify hazards and ensure risks are addressed before starting work.
The document provides a method statement for connecting and terminating low voltage and control cables. It outlines 5 key steps: [1] Preparing for the work by reviewing drawings and ensuring proper tools/materials; [2] Cutting cables to the proper length and using compression tools to attach lugs; [3] Properly identifying and connecting cables in accordance with drawings; [4] Performing insulation and continuity tests; and [5] Sealing cable openings. It also describes conducting a job safety analysis to identify hazards and ensure risks are addressed before starting work.
The document provides a method statement for connecting and terminating low voltage and control cables. It outlines 5 key steps: [1] Preparing for the work by reviewing drawings and ensuring proper tools/materials; [2] Cutting cables to the proper length and using compression tools to attach lugs; [3] Properly identifying and connecting cables in accordance with drawings; [4] Performing insulation and continuity tests; and [5] Sealing cable openings. It also describes conducting a job safety analysis to identify hazards and ensure risks are addressed before starting work.
This method is for Connections and Terminations of Low Voltage & Control Cables to Switchgear, Panel Boards, Site Equipments, Junction Boxes … in accordance with contract specifications, related manufacturers' installation procedures.
1.2 Scope of Work:
Installation of cable connections and terminations to connect cables to Switchgear,
site equipment, panels, junction boxes, substations, instruments and control rooms, in accordance with contract drawings, related contract detailed drawings and specifications.
1.3 Related Documents:
Cable schedule, drumming schedule, electrical power routing layout.
1.4 Equipment:
Compression Tool and Die.
Hand Crimp for Control wires. Regular mechanical & Electrical tools
1.5 Safety
All operation involved in the execution of works will be done in accordance with Health, Safety and Environmental Manual
The safety officers, supervisors and Foremen will be responsible for ensuring the safe implementation of the work. METHOD STATEMENT Page 4 of 7
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2 PREPARATION OF WORK:
- The Preparation of work which would be ensured before work commencement is
such as but not limited to the follows:
2.1 Ref. to the Equipment drawings for specified cable termination work. 2.2 Ref. to Manufacturers' data sheets and installation recommendation. 2.3 Material & tools preparations and mobilization to work area. 2.4 Area site supervisor should explain the work steps to the qualified termination crew. 2.5 Commence with work under supervision of crew foreman, area supervisor, and site engineer.
3 METHOD OF WORK:
Following the above mentioned contract specifications and detailed drawings; the method of work will be as follows:
(A) Low Voltage Cable Terminations:
1) Ensure the required cable length for connection in panel / motor termination box and cut the end accordingly
2) Use the approved and correct size of cable termination lug that fit with cable size.
3) Use the correct compression tools and dies to mach the various sizes of cable lugs.
4) Keep the insulation of conductor as close possible to the point of connection
in order to avoid the risk of short circuit between adjacent terminals.
5) Check the polarity or phasing before final connection.
6) Identify each terminal and conductor in accordance with the drawing.
7) Perform insulation and continuity test.
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8) Seal the cable opening including spare opening with the approved sealant material.
(B) Control Cable Terminations:
1) Ensure that the earth continuity is achieved when installing glands into metal enclosure by Check that all cable glands are correctly selected with the proper size according to the cable outer diameter and the proper type suitable for the application.
2) Confirm that the female threading of hub in terminal box / junction box is suitable for the male threading in the cable gland, if different, use proper adapters with certificates.
3) Ensure that minimum 5 threads of cable gland enter into the hub of the terminal box / junction box.
4) Keep the length of conductor from which the protective covering has been removed to a minimum.
5) Don’t remove the protective outer sheath covering before entering the weatherproof seal. The rigid clamping of the armor within the gland and the intimate contact between the threaded components of the gland and the enclosure.
6) In a non metallic enclosure ensures that the earth continuity is achieved by
connecting cable armor wire to the earth terminal in the equipment.
7) Ensure that all the single core conductors of the same circuits including the neutral shall pass through the same non magnetic gland plate.
8) Check that armored single core power cables are earthed at one end only (upstream side).
9) Seal the entrance of cables to electrical panels to avoid dust inlet.
10) Turn the motor terminal box, where necessary, for a correct connection of the cable. METHOD STATEMENT Page 6 of 7
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4 JOB SAFETY ANALYSIS
4.1 The job safety analysis (JSA) is a step by step review of a specific job with the aim to identify the potential hazards associated with each step of the job and then eliminate, reduce or control the hazards before the start of the work.
4.2 The JSA will be conducted to ensure that work does not start without testing the risk assessment through evaluation by the supervisors and employees who will be involved in the work, at the workface and immediately prior to commencing work.
4.3 All PPE's shall be used like helmet, goggles, safety footwear, gloves and safety harness if required.
4.4 All manpower, who are involved in the installation activities shall be informed of the hazards and risk factors through tool box meetings prior starting any activity.
4.5 During the installation all electrical equipment shall be properly
earthed, color coded and inspected as per CONTRACTOR requirements.
4..6 There shall be ongoing housekeeping activities undertaken by Accurate to
ensure that all work areas are clean and tidy.
4.7 A HSE has to be carried out:
4.7.1 Every time critical new work is identified.
4.7.2 At any time when a job requires major procedure modifications.
4.7.3 If there are any significant changes from previous HSE that could affect the validity of the HSE I.e. changes in weather conditions, changes in material, equipment, etc. METHOD STATEMENT Page 7 of 7
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4.8 HSE steps:
4.8.1 Break job into observable steps.
4.8.2 Identify for each step the potential hazard and potential accident causes.
4.8.3 Specify control measures for each potential hazard/accident
cause specified.
4.8.4 Supervisor reviews all of the above with workers who are expected to contribute their own suggestions for ensuring that work can be conducted safely.
4.8.5 One member of the crew writes up the HSE report.
