UE-Method Statement Cables Installation

Method Statement:
CABLE INSTALLATION
1. Scope of Works
Scope of Activities
This scope defines the minimum standards to be adopted when installing LV Electrical
cable in buildings and structures according to Electrical specification of client. Electrical
cables shall be installed in accordance with approved construction drawings.
Site Procedure
Site mobilization shall be done with real time monitoring the conditions & progress of
builder works. Before commencement of the work, carry out examination of the physical
condition of the area including the proposed cable routing. Photographs should be taken
where necessary, prior to commencement and during works.
Method Statement
1.1 Preparation Stage

a. All the cables are delivered to the designated storage place.
b. The cable drums are unloaded through lorry crane and the drums taken by manual
hydraulic lift or forklift to the storage area.
c. All the cable drums are protected by covering with plastic canvas sheet.
d. The cable drum storage area is barricaded to avoid any external damage to it.
e. The required quantity of cable drum is shifted to installation area by tower crane
and it is unloaded at designated floor unloading platform.
f.
After installation, a signage board is placed at installed area to alert other NSCs to
cautious during their installation.
g. All electrical risers switch rooms, and other MEP rooms/areas where cabling works
is installed shall be kept dry and clean at all time. For example, electrical riser shall
be made water tight to prevent water from entering/damaging the cable.
h. Lockable door shall be provided for electrical risers, switch rooms, among others,
where electrical cabling works is installed to prevent unauthorized entry or prevent
cable from stealing.
1.2 Installation Stage
LV Submain Cables:
a. Site survey of the proposed cable routing based on approved CSD by foreman /
sub-contractor together with Engineer.
b. Installation must be carried out based on approved shop drawings & samples by
foreman / sub-contractor.
c. General routes and installation methods will be defined. In most cases, the
distribution sub main cables will be in the form of XLPE PVC/PVC SWA cables with
copper conductors, all as defined in the specification and drawings.
d. All the cable to install according to manufactures recommendations guidelines and

approved Method Statement.
e. All cables shall be jointed with approved jointing kit and in accordance to
specification requirements.
f.
In the event of joints being unavoidable, such joints shall conform to the
requirements of BS7671 and clearly identified in the as built drawings.
g. Cables of the sizes and types specified shall be installed to follow the approved
routing indicated on the drawings.
h. Cables shall be installed in such a manner that the cables and cleats do not come
into contact with either gas, oil, steam, hot or cold water pipes.
i.
Where cables are installed within switches, distribution boards, control panels and
the like, wiring shall be neatly and carefully bunched, being adequately supported
and held in position by means of approved supports or brackets or insulating
material as necessary.
j.
All cables shall be installed in accordance with CP5 (1998) Code of Practice for
Electrical Installations.
k. Where cables are laid on cable tray/cable ladder in horizontal directions, nylon
cable ties shall be used. Where cables are installed in the vertical direction,
approved clips and saddles shall be used. The spacing of cable fixings shall be in
accordance with CP5 (1998).
l.
The internal radius of every bend in a cable shall be such that as not to cause
damage to the cable and not less than the appropriate value stated in CP5 (1998).
m. Provide soft insulation in trunking, tray & ladder at sharp corner exit during laying of
sub main cable.
n. During installation of sub main cable through riser the following equipment is used,
1. Chain block
2. Cable roller stand
3. Walkie talkie for effective communication.
o. Provide soft insulation in trunking, tray and ladder where sharp corner exist during
laying of sub-main cable.
p. Install Cu links between every joint of tray/trunking in order to maintain electrical
conductivity.
q. Suitably earthed all trays at both ends and at intermediate locations.
r.
After installation of cables, Engineer-in-charge shall check the complete works and
complete the Inspection Checklist for Main Cable Installation (see Appendix 2). If in
order, to raise RIN (Request for Inspection).
LV Cables
a. Site survey of the proposed cable routing based on approved CSD by foreman /
sub-contractor together with Engineer.
b. Installation shall be carried out based on approved shop drawing and material used
chall be of approved brand.
c. In most cases, the distribution sub-main cables will be in the form of XLPE / PVC
cables with copper conductors, all as defined in the particular specification.
d. Cable containment shall be completed prior to cable installation. Draw the cables
into containment for installation of larger diameter cables rollers would be placed at
strategic location to ease the process.
e. In the events of joints being unavoidable, such joints shall conform to the
requirements of BS7671 and clearly identified in the as built drawings.
f.
The wiring to all multiple socket outlet circuits shall be carried out by looping from
point to point using twin cable.
g. Lighting circuits shall be wired using single and multicolored cables as necessary,
with live connections made only at lighting point boxes or switches.
h. Cables of the sizes and types specified shall be installed to follow the approximate
routes indicated in the drawings.
i.
Cables shall be installed in such a manner that the cables do not come into contact
with gas, oil, steam, hot or cold water pipes.
j.
Where installed within switches, distribution boards, control panels and the like,
wiring shall be neatly and carefully bunched, being adequately supported and held
in position by means of approved supports or brackets or insulating materials as
necessary.
k. Provide soft insulation in trunking, tray & ladder where sharp corner exit during
laying of sub main cable.
l.
Provide soft insulation in trunking, tray & ladder where sharp corner exist during
laying of sub-main cable.
m. Install Cu Links between every joint of tray/trunkings in order to maintain electrical

conductivity.
n. Suitable earthed all trays at both ends and at intermediate locations.
o. All cables shall be installed in accordance with CP5 (1998) Code of Practice for
Electrical Installation.
Cable Installation in Electrical Riser
1.
Mark in inside the Electrical rise based on the approved shop drawing.
2.
Install the first fix inside the Electrical riser.
3.
Installation of Trunking & Tray brackets
4.
Installation of Trunking & Tray in Electrical riser.
5.
Ensure that the riser of top floor is closed for any object falling inside the riser
accidently.
6.
Laying of final sub circuits wiring through the common lighting and power
cables in to the trunking.
7.
Laying of main cables in the tray for LVSB, MSB and EMSB.
8.
Install Cu Links between every joint of tray/trunkings in order to maintain

electrical conductivity.
9.
Suitable earthed all trays at both ends and at intermediate locations.
10.
All cables shall be installed in accordance with CP5 (1998) Code of Practice
for Electrical Installation.
11.
After installation of cables, Engineer-in-charge shall check the complete works

and complete the Installation Checklist for Main Cable (see Appendix 1) and
Inspection Checklist for Final Circuit (see Appendix 2). If in order, to raise RIN
(Request for Inspection).
2.
Approved Materials
LV Cables
Draka/SCM
Approved Brand
3.
Project Organization for Health & Safety Control

( See Appendix 4 )
4. Health & Safety Risks and Controls

(Please refer to attach Risk Assessment in respect to above scope of works
Appendix 3 ).
5. Access / Egress
Proper scaffolding shall be provided for access and egress into cable containment as
applicable.
The cable drum will be unloaded by tower crane at designated loading platform at level
22nd and 53rd storey.
6. Lighting
Adequate temporary/task lighting shall be provided if work to be carried at night or at
dark places.
7. Plant & Equipment

S/N
Description
Unit
Cable roller
1 lot
Impact Termination Tool w/"110" Blade
1 lot
Electrical/Data-Comm Scissors
1 lot
Heavy-Duty Pocket Flashlight
1 lot
Electrical drill (only for surface installation works)
1 lot
UTP Cable Stripper
1 lot
Diagonal-Cutting Pliers
1 lot
Wire Stripper/Cutter with Spring
1 lot
Side-Cutting Pliers
1 lot
10
Shank Screwdriver
1 lot
11
Wood Handle Wallboard Saw
1 lot
12
P.P.E.
Personal
Protective
helmet,Boots,gloves & safety vest )
Equipment
(safety
1 set per worker
*The above machinery & Equipment used quantity will be varied depending on site conditions and production rate.
8. Waste management
The Rubbish which would be created from our scope of works will be disposed to the
designated dumping ground.
9. Special Control measures
The following general control measures against Safety, Environment and Quality shall
be required for our scope of work and special control measures are not applicable for
us
Proper PPE must be worn at all time
Scaffolding must be properly erected by qualified erector & must have valid
green pass.
Daily Toolbox meeting to be arranged before start work.
Regular maintenance will be carried out to the tools and equipment in

accordance to manufactures recommendation to ensure that they are in good
and safe working condition.
All workers are taught and trained with basic safety knowledge by using
proper PPE while working.
All area will be kept tidy.
Supervisors inspection will be carried out at every stages and quality of work
will be assured on each drawing.
APPENDIX 1:
Inspection Checklist for Main Cable
APPENDIX 2:
Inspection Checklist for Final
Circuit
APPENDIX 3:
Risk Assessment
APPENDIX 4:
Project Organization for Health &
Safety Control
APPENDIX 5:
Personnel Training Certificate

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Method Statement:

1.1 Preparation Stage

d. All the cable to install according to manufactures recommendations guidelines and

3. Walkie talkie for effective communication.

m. Install Cu Links between every joint of tray/trunkings in order to maintain electrical

Install the first fix inside the Electrical riser.

Installation of Trunking & Tray brackets

Installation of Trunking & Tray in Electrical riser.

Install Cu Links between every joint of tray/trunkings in order to maintain

Suitable earthed all trays at both ends and at intermediate locations.

After installation of cables, Engineer-in-charge shall check the complete works

Project Organization for Health & Safety Control

4. Health & Safety Risks and Controls

7. Plant & Equipment

Impact Termination Tool w/"110" Blade

Heavy-Duty Pocket Flashlight

Electrical drill (only for surface installation works)

UTP Cable Stripper

Wire Stripper/Cutter with Spring

Wood Handle Wallboard Saw

helmet,Boots,gloves & safety vest )

1 set per worker

Proper PPE must be worn at all time

Daily Toolbox meeting to be arranged before start work.

Regular maintenance will be carried out to the tools and equipment in

All area will be kept tidy.

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