MSB - Method Statement
MSB - Method Statement
MSB - Method Statement
Reference No. :
Rev. No. :
Date Issued : 19/05/2023
Prepared By Approved By
REVISION HISTORY
TABLE OF CONTENTS
1. SCOPE OF WORK
1.1.1 The purpose of generating this method statement is to define the procedure step by step to
implement the correct practices for main switchboard (MSB) Installation through the
guidelines contained herein so as to ensure that the job execution complies with specification
and serves the intended function to satisfactory level where applicable in the building of the
project.
1.1.2 This method statement covers all processes related Installation of main switchboard (MSB).
This procedure is to be read in conjunction with the relevant ITP, outlining the responsibility
and the quality verification to be performed by various parties.
1.2 References
Table 1
1.3 Material
The supply, delivery, installation, testing and commissioning of main switchboard involve all
of its accessories that in table 3. Table 3 indicate list of material in each main switchboard.
Table 2
Table 3
1.4 Plant and Equipment
1.4.1 Plant and Equipment: The following Machineries and Equipment will be deployed for each
HDD work, as detail in Table 6.
No. of
No Description Brief Roles and Responsibilities
person
Responsible for overall commercial,
As contractual, & technical performances
1 Project Manager
Required associated with specific projects.
Responsible to report to the Project Director.
As Planning, Manage, coordinating and
2 Project Engineer
Required supervising the dedicated utilities team
Project Executive As To assist the M&E Manager in his functions
3
QA/QC Required and to attend to all submissions
As Supervising and Coordination all site
4 Project Supervisor
Required activities
Machinery and Plant As
5 Operating the plant and machinery
Operators Required
As
6 Chargeman Perform cable jointing and termination
Required
As
7 General Workers Conduct general works at site
Required
PROJECT MANAGER
i) SKILLED WIREMAN
ii) SEMISKILLED
iii) UNSKILLED WIREMAN
a) Check all material delivered to site is inspected properly by QA/QC Engineer and check if
it is stored properly as per manufacturer’s recommendations.
b) MIR shall be raised for the inspection of materials received at site by MEP QA/QC
Engineer to the Main contractor/Company Engineer.
c) All the work for the installation must be under supervision of the system manufacturer’s
local dealer and he must attend the installation stage.
d) Work shall be carried out by the site staff under strict supervision and guidance of the
concerned Supervisors/ Foremen/ Engineers.
e) The MEP QA/QC Engineer shall check all the installations as per the installation
checklist.
f) WIR shall be prepared by MEP QA/QC Engineer and will be submitted to Company for
their inspection and approval with attendance of system manufacturer’s local dealer.
g) MEP QA/QC Engineer shall coordinate with other contractors and arrange inspection for
installations to the Company Engineer after confirm the installation and requirements
from the system manufacturer’s local dealer
h) MEP QA/QC Engineer is responsible for all installation activities for getting the work
inspected and approved by Company Engineer.
On receipt of the main switchboard at site, necessary precautions shall be taken for
unloading, shifting and storage, as follows:
b) All materials received at site shall be inspected and ensured that the materials are as per
approved material submittal.
c) Any discrepancies, damage etc., found will be notified and reported for further action.
d) Site Engineer (Electrical) has to ensure that all equipment used at site are free from any
damage or deformity of any kind. Any minor damages observed shall be repaired suitably
and in case if the repairs could not be done properly, the Equipment are to be removed
from site.
1. To carryout installation activities for main switchboard below mentioned procedures are
recommended to follow up step in the sequential manner.
3. Prior to start installation, Site Engineer (Electrical) should ensure that approved shop
drawings related to the installation area are referred and that required materials are available
at site as per approved material submittals.
4. Site Engineer (Electrical) has to ensure that all the materials are received at site as per
approved material submittal and verify the ratings.
5. The nameplate will be checked against equipment data sheet to confirm conformity with the
approval.
6. MIR request should be raised for materials verification upon delivery at site.
7. Ensure all civil works are completed for the area including painting to carry out the
installation, and clearance is obtained from respective authorities to proceed further for the
installation of main switchboard.
9. Installation works shall be carried out only with respect to approved shop drawings of latest
revision.
10. Move the panels from the storage area to the designated electrical room. Panels shipped on a
timber sub-base shall be lifted under the sub-base by forklift. Unpack and remove the panels
from its timber base. Care must be
11. Move-in the panels using roller to its final location. Care must be taken to ensure that the
panel does not overbalance while being move to its final location.
12. Align the panel horizontally and vertically. And fix the panel to floor using anchor bolts.
Clearance between panels and walls shall be following Approved shop drawing / Approved
Installation details.
13. Ensure that the panels are installed properly in its designated location as shown in the shop
drawings.
14. Remove all unused bolts, nuts, washers and clean the panel. Panel side covers and doors
shall be put back ensuring that they are properly tightened
15. Ensure tightness of all terminals using calibrated torque wrench before closing the shroud
Remove all unused bolts, nuts, washers and clean the panel. Panel side covers and doors
shall be put back ensuring that they are properly tightened.
16. Ensure that the load schedule/wiring diagram is provided inside the panel.
18. Cover or protect all installed switchboard to prevent the accumulation of dust and debris
during construction.
19. Ensure that workmanship in neat and clean and compiling to good construction practices.
Step 1
The installation works shall be referred to the approved shop drawing where the arrangement
of the equipment need to be positioned accordingly.
Figure 1
Step 4
Position the Generator onto the strong flat surface. Then use machine skate below the main
switchboard to easily move and position the main switchboard in the MSB room
Figure 2
Step 5
Using the machine skate, move the board to the place as shown in the shop drawing
Figure 3
1.6.5.2.1 Purpose
The purpose of generating this method statement is to define the procedure step by step to
implement the correct practices for main switchboard Testing and Commissioning through the
guidelines contained herein so as to ensure that the job execution complies with specification
and serves the intended function to satisfactory level where applicable in the building of the
project
1.6.5.2.2 Scope
This method statement covers all processes related to main switchboard Testing and
Commissioning the following:
5 All side cover/back cover and doors are fitted with gasket
2 All instrument such as Vm, Am, KWH, KW, Hz, PF, etc are
of correct rating/setting
Table 10
3 Frequency meter
4 KW meter
5 KWH meter
11 Incoming isolator
13 Outgoing isolator
15 Change-over contractor
22 Protection C.T
23 Metering C.T
24 Panel Light
25 Panel Heater
29 Transducer
Table 11
2.1.1 The Job Safety and Health Analysis (JSA) is a safety management tools in which the risk or
hazards of a specific job in the workplace are identified and measures to eliminate or control
those hazards are determined and implemented. It is systematic process in evaluating certain
jobs, tasks, processes, or procedures and eliminating or reducing the risk or hazards to as low
as reasonably practical in order to protect workers from injury or illness. The JSA process is
documented and is used in the workplace as a guide to work safety environment. Please refer
to Appendix 5.2 for details Job Safety Analysis for Installation, Testing and Commissioning
of Generator.
2.2.1 All site personnel must have completed and attended the Green Card / NIOSH –
Safety Passport prior of start work at site. Only the managers, engineers, supervisors
and workers who have successfully completed the training for their role will be
allowed working on site.
2.2.2 All workers and site personnel employed in the project site must have valid CIDB
Green Card.
2.2.3 All new workers and staff to attend the Safety Induction before commencing works at
site and attendances shall be recorded in an induction record.
2.2.4 All site personnel shall wear approved Personnel Protective Equipment (PPE).
2.3.1 An emergency Response and Communication Team shall be informed for the potential
emergency such as fire explosion, evacuation, structure collapse, major injury or fatality
from accidents, major chemical spillage, road Accident / vehicle breakdown, flooding and
heavy machinery breakdown, protest/riot, food poisoning and unstable person has been
specified in Emergency Response Plan.
2.3.2 The organization chart, list of emergency contact person and relevant authorities with
their contact numbers shall be posted on the Notice Board.
2.3.3 In the event of emergency, the site management staff must evaluate the situation and
commence the necessary procedures as follow: -
Raise the alarm
Stop work
Remain composed
Notification of emergency or evacuation to surroundings
Prepare the aid kit at the assembly point
Ensure all workers assemble at designated assembly point
Ensure all workers not to leave the assembly point until clear signed issued
Headcount
Assessment reports
To Control High Risk tasks, need to apply the Permit to Work (PTW) system for the
authorization before to do work. High-risk task following activities:
No Description Remarks
Table 12
3.1.1.1 There is smoking area that prepared for smoker. Besides that, smoking is totally
prohibited in the plant
3.1.1.3 Failure to deposit matchers or lighters is considered as a serious offense and can result
in suspend or dismissal from work immediately due to internal law and requirement in
plant.
3.1.2 Illegal Use of Drug, Alcohol, Explosives, Fire Arms and Hazardous Material
3.1.2.1 Using, transportation or showing signs of the use of alcoholic beverages drugs or
controlled substance; any possession or transportation of fire arm, explosive
incendiary devices or hazardous substance are absolutely prohibited while in the
client work area and can result in disciplinary action (i.e. removal of security pass/
instant dismissal).
3.1.2.2 Client site management that relevant and management reserved the right to conduct
search or inspection of effects and bags, if suspected. Personnel are also subjected to
body search prior to entering or leaving the site or yard area.
3.1.3 Housekeeping
3.1.4.1 Environmental control shall comply with the approved Waste Management System.
Environmental Monitoring Daily inspection carried out by the project organization
personnel shall include environmental monitoring. Site draining
• Any line draining should be routed to the appropriate drain system. No
hydrocarbon/chemicals shall be allowed into the open monsoon drain.
• Should the above instruction is impossible, Client to be notified.
• Dedicated wash bays area will be agreed with Client’s management for
decontaminations of equipment.
3.1.5.1 All containers containing toxic and hazardous brought in or used in the plant shall be
labelled and the Chemical Safety Data Sheet (CSDS) made available. One copy of
CSDS shall be sent to Client’s HSE department if available.
3.1.5.2 Special PPE gloves and safety goggles shall be worn when handling the substance as
stated in the permit to work and CSDS.
3.1.5.3 Empty drums used to contain toxic material shall be punctured prior to sending scrap.
3.1.5.4 Scheduled waste will be labelled and stored in drums and sent to temporary yard for
disposal in accordance with Client’s Waste Management Procedure
3.2.1 Site clearance and earthwork shall be carried out in stages to minimize the exposed soil.
3.2.2 Vehicle washing facilities shall be provided at site exit. Public roads shall be kept clear of soil
and cleaned.
3.2.3 Traffic control such as speed limit and traffic volume restrictions to be implemented
especially at sensitive areas.
3.3.2 Noise generating equipment and machinery shall be inspected regularly and maintained in
good working condition. Noise and vibration emitting from equipment shall be placed away
from sensitive receptors.
3.5.2 Waste containers and storage areas shall be sufficient capacity to contain all waste generated.
5. APPENDICES
5.1 Construction Sequence
5.2 Job Safety & Health Analysis (JSA)
5.3 Environmental Aspect Impact Register (EAIR)
5.4 Inspection Test Plan (ITP)
5.5 Quality Control Inspection Forms and Checklist
Appendix 5.1
Construction Sequence
SEQUENCE OF WORK
Table 13
Switchboa
TNB rd
Room Room
Temporary Cables
MSB Rental
Room Temporary
Genset
Switchboard
Genset
DB Room
Room
Existing Cables
Chart 2
Appendix 5.2
Job Safety & Health Analysis (JSA)
No. Job Steps Ha za rd Cons equence Current Control s Mea s ures S L R Propos ed Control Mea s ures S L RR
Fa ci l i ty Work Reques t 0.00 0.00
0.00
ATTENDED SAFETY BRIEFING, CONDUCTED TOOLBOX TALK
1 MOBILIZATION OF MANPOWER - - PRIOR TO START WORK BY SUPERVISOR AND OBTAIN VALID 1 1 1
WORK PERMIT
0.00
MANUAL HANDLING EGRONOMIC - BACK PAIN USE TROLLEY FOR TRANSFERRING MATERIALS 2 2 4
ELECTRIC SHOCK, CHECK SUPPLY & GROUNDING FIRST (PROVE DEAD) THEN
4 SWITCHING (OFF/ ON SUPPLY) EXPOSE TO FLASHOVER 1 1 1
EXPOLSION FLAMES BARRICADE AREA HAS SUPPLY
CHECKING TEMPERATURE USING THERMAL GUN OF INSPECTION SURROUND ROOM, UPS AND BATTERY
8 - - 3 4 12
SURROUND AREA INCLUDING BATTERY TEMPERATURE TEMPERATURE WITH CALIBRATED TOOLS
MANUAL HANDLING /
10 HOUSEKEEPING / PERFORM 5S EGRONOMIC / SLIP, TRIP & BODY PAIN / BODY INJURY PPE : SAFETY HELMET & SAFETY SHOE / SAFETY GLOVES 2 1 2
FALL
MANUAL HANDLING EGRONOMIC - BACK PAIN USE TROLLEY FOR TRANSFERRING MATERIALS 3 1 3
Appendix 5.3
Environmental Aspect Impact Register (EAIR)
3 Material Noise and dust Air pollution √ 3 1 3 √ Notice and Proper and regular
cutting and compound from maintenance of
drilling authority machineries at site
N = Normal
A = Abnormal
E = Emergency
L = Likelihood (Refer to appendix 2)
S = Severity (Refer to appendix 2)
Risk Rating Calculation shown at appendix 2
Date :
Appendix 5.4
Inspection & Test Plan (ITP)
NAME : NAME :
SIGN : SIGN :
DATE : DATE :
Appendix 5.5
Quality Control Site Inspection Checklist
Risk Rating
Hazards Identified Risks Involved Residual
Serial No. Sub-Activities Initial Control Measures
(Generic & Task) (People & Property) Severity Probability Risk
Risk
TBT/DSTI to be conducted by the
foreman/ safety officer prior to work
commencement Low
1. Prepare work area Unauthorized, Cuts 2 A L ( R )
untrained abrasions Task specific safety training to be
workers provided
Authorized personnel to undertake the
job
Daily safety inspection should be carried
and eliminate the hazard.
Any lifting tasks shall be
carried out by persons
physically capable to do
Incorrect lifting of Back Injuries so
loads Cut to finger No employee should be asked to Low
2. Manual Handling Sharp edges. 3 C M carry loads (ALARP)
Strain
Placing the object above his capacity and in any case
while fingers Musculos no load shall exceed 30kg per man.
keletal Mass of the load is more then to
underneath.
Injuries be equally shared
Slip/trip/fall (same
level) Deploy enough number of
Unsafe posture personnel for lifting shall be
appointed to the task depending
upon the type of load to be lifted.
Use easy modes of transport like
trolley etc
.
Risk Rating
Serial Hazards Identified Risks Involved Residual
Sub-Activities Initial Control Measures
No. (Generic & Task) (People & Property) Severity Probability Risk
Risk
Defective tools should not be issued or used
to perform the task, to be checked by
storekeeper.
Slip, trip and fall Don’t extend the spanner by using a pipe as
Working with Hand Damaged warn out hand Fatigue an extension bar Low
5. tools tools Trigger finger 3 C M Hand tools shall be free from oil, grease & etc. (ALARP)
Flying objects Cuts and abrasions Chisel’s head shall have safety cap to avoid
Mushroom Heads finger injury.
Never use a file as a lever
Using incorrect type
Never use a screwdriver as a chisel
Use eye/ face protection when there is flying
materials hazard, wear gloves while required to
protect the hands.
Use right tools for the job
Trained person only to do the testing.
PTW to be applied and obtained prior to
start work.
Unauthorized/ untrained
Electric shock and Ensure that the circuit is not live before
Testing & Person Low
6. 3 B M using the instrument.
commissioning using Faulty Instrument Burns (ALARP)
Calibrated / certified instrument only shall be
by multi meter, Improper identification Cut and abrasion
megger, clamp meter Electrocution used.
Warning boards should be provided and
Barricaded.
Lock out tag out (LOTO) procedure to be
followed during testing & commissioning.
Emergency evacuation plan shall be readily
available according to site condition and
briefed to the workforce prior to start.
Trained first aider, fire warden and emergency
vehicle to be available at the site during the
activity.
Risk Rating
Hazards Identified Risks Involved Residual
Serial No. Sub-Activities Initial Control Measures
(Generic & Task) (People & Property) Severity Probability Risk
Risk
Electricity Electrocution or Only those persons who have been adequately
Conductors (water, metal, death trained and experienced in the work of
Working with concrete) Burns and shocks electricity to allow for the same.
7. electricity (load bank ) Broken wires 4 B M Electrical work shall not carry out in wet Low
Muscle contraction
Improper plug, case Heart, lung Conditions. (ALARP)
Overloading Paralysis Lock out tag out (LOTO) procedure to be
Fire followed during testing & commissioning.
Do not overload the circuits.
Communicate to all personnel about testing
& commissioning.
Don’t use homemade electrical accessories and
use industrial type only.
Disconnect main supply before commencing
of work.
Defective tools and equipment should not be
used, report it and replaced it immediately.
Barricade the location and signage to be
placed where circuits and equipments are
energized.
PPE should worn at all time where working in
energized circuits. (Insulated gloves, Electric
resistivity shoe)
Temporary power supply shall be taken
through standard rated MCBs & RCBs.
Temporary power supply cables shall not
Have joints.
Risk Rating
Hazards Identified Risks Involved Residual
Serial No. Sub-Activities Initial Control Measures
(Generic & Task) (People & Property) Severity Probability Risk
Risk
Emergency procedure to be briefed to all
personnel prior to the start of the activity.
Emergency evacuation plan shall be readily
available according to site condition and
briefed to the workforce prior to start.
Trained first aider, fire warden and
Emergency vehicle to be available at all times
while during night work.