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PROJECT NAME

: Khabat Thermal Power Plant Units 1&2

DOCUMENT NO.

For Information

TITLE

: Method of Statement for Khabat PP

Cable Tray and Ladder Installation Works

For Review

OWNER

: Ministry of Electricity (MOE) of

Kurdistan Regional Government

01.09.2015

Rev.
No.

DATE

Purpose

For Approval
For Construction
As-Built

First Issue
DESCRIPTION

PREPARED

CHECKED

REVIEWED

APPROVED

GAMA POWER SYSTEMS ENG &CONTRACTING,INC.

Owner

Ministry of Electricity (MOE)

of Kurdistan Regional Government
Contractor

POSCO ENGINEERING
& CONSTRUCTION CO., LTD.
Main Subcontractor

GAMA POWER SYSTEMS

ENGINEERING & CONTRACTING,INC.

KHABAT TPP UNITS 1&2

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1. Introduction and Scope of this method statement

1.1

This method statement is written for the purpose of establishing method and procedures for the Installation of Cable
Tray and G.I Trunking System for the building MEP services.

1.2

1.3

2. Applicable Projects Specification

Section: ELECTRICAL CONTAINMENT

Division: INSTALLATION

Sub Division: Subdivision

3. Location of Activity

Inside and outside the building.

1.4

4. Health and Safety Hazards

Specific safety measures have to follow as applicable, and all the safety measures are covered separately in the project
safety plan.

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5. Operation
1. Materials: Materials used will be as per the material submittal approved by the engineer and routing
as well and sizes will be as per the approved drawings in co-ordination with other services.
2. Storage / Protection: Cable Trays, Trunking and Accessories shall be unloaded with care to avoid
any damages. If they are shipped in packs or pallets, each pack of pallet shall be lifted individually
with suitable lifting equipment. Every precaution shall be taken to preserve their cleanliness before
installation.

1.6

6. Installation Of Cable Tray Or Trunking System For Building Electrical Services

1. To make sure that the entire installation is in conformance and in accordance with the design intent
of the project for the Electrical and Low Voltage System in addition to the specification and as per
approved shop drawings and comply with Local and International Standards.
2. Adhere to the drawings as closely as possible. The right is reserved to vary the runs and sizes of
Cable Trays / Trunking and to make offsets but maintain as far as possible the free area of each duct
work section, where necessary to accommodate conditions arising at the building.
3. Before beginning installation in any area, examine all parts of the adjoining work onto which
applicable work is to be placed. Should any condition be found which will prevent the proper
execution of the work, installation shall not proceed in that area until such conditions are corrected
by the contractor.
4. Cable Tray / Trunking shall be stored on site under cover in dry, well ventilated storage facilities.
5. Where sizes of Cable Trays / Trunking are not detailed on drawing then tray shall be adequately
sized to support the cables without bunching and a 25% reserve margin shall be allowed in size and
weight be loaded.

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6. All routes are chosen to allow ease of access to all cables when installed. All horizontal cables are to
be set around all vertical rising services as necessary. Ensure sufficient clearance from soffit for
every installation.
7. Earth continuity conductors shall be provided across gaps in all Cable Tray / Trunking runs and
bolted connections.
8. Support shall be by means of steel brackets installed at intervals necessary to provide a rigid fixing
and to ensure that deflection does not exceed 5mm mid span of support when fully loaded.
Treatment of cut edges as per cut edges to be included. Supports for Tray / Trunking (spacing) shall
be as per standard practice and manufacturer's recommendations.
9. Additional support shall be provided where the Cable Tray / Trunking changes direction or cables
drop out of the cable tray. Dome headed bolts, nuts and washers of finish suitable to the tray shall be
used between trays.
10. Suspension sets comprise threaded M10 zinc or cadmium plated hanger rods together with nuts and
locking washers, supports channel hold down clips all of which shall have a galvanized finish. Any
cut ends supports, rods, etc, must be corrosion protected by use of galvanized or equal. No
extended rods to be left.
11. The cable tray shall be installed with a 40mm minimum space between the structure and the tray.
12. All cable shall be securely fixed to the tray, work and the complete installation must be carried out in
a neat and workmanlike manner without crossovers.
13. Cables on face-up horizontally fixed tray must be secured by use of the tie wraps where not in view.
If cables are bunched or single cables greater than 25sq mm are installed, cleats or metal straps
shall be used.

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7. Responsibilities
1. Project Manager:
1. To ensure that all the preparation and application works are carried out according to the
Contract Specification.
2. To ensure that the progressing of works is carried out according to the planned program and
as per the approved method statement.
3. To ensure that all equipment and material required executing the work are available
according to the planned Construction Programme.
4. To co-ordinate with the Main Contractor, MEP co-coordinator and Safety Officer for a safe
and proper execution of the works.
2. Site Engineer:
1. To ensure that the works are carried out according to the Contract Specifications approved
method statement.
2. To provide all necessary information and distribute responsibilities to his construction team.
3. To monitor the progress of work in relation with the work program and to report to the Project
Manager.

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4. To co-ordinate with the safety officer and to ensure that the works are carried out in safe
practicing methods.
3. Foreman:
1. The foreman will carryout his duties by maintaining continuous coordination with the site
engineer on daily basis, and ensure proper distribution of the workforce in the required and
planned locations.
2. To ensure that his assistant foreman/ charge hands are aware of the job requirements and
they have enough information to carry out their duties properly.
3. To ensure in consultation with the site engineer that the manpower involved in the works are
moving as agreed and planned for the work.
4. To ensure that the daily work is progressing as planned and advise the Site Engineer of any
requirement for the additional resources.
5. To control disposal of waste materials according to the instructions received from the site
engineer.
6. To ensure full coordination with the safety officer to maintain safe working and proper house
keeping of the site, following the approved safety measures and further ensure that all his
working team are aware of the same to prevent accident and losses.
7. To inform the site engineer and of the areas ready for inspection.
8. Distribution and the control of materials shall be monitored by foreman and storekeeper.
4. Safety Engineer:
1. Ensure the implementation of all the safety measures in accordance with the HSE plan and
everybody aware of it for it's proper implementation.
2. Ensure all the implemented safety measures are adequate to maintain the safe working on
the site.
3. Inspect all the site activities and train the persons to prevent accidents and its proper
reporting to the project manager and the client.
4. Ensure that the site is maintained clean and tidy.

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8. Manpower Required

Charge Hand and Experienced Technicians

1.9

9. Inspection And Test Plan Format For Installation Of Cable Tray Or Trunking

ITP
Inspection
Clause
Description
No

Type of
Inspection

Reference
Document

Design
and Review
of Design
Drawings
Documents
Drawings

Material
Approval

Check
Installation of
Visual
Cable Tray /
Trunking

Visual
Request
for
Measurement Approved
inspection of
Instrument,
Drawings
works
Earth Test

Approved
Review
of
Drawing,
Documents
Specification

Approved
Method
Statement

Testing Requirement/
Acceptance Criteria

All the Drawings

Verifying / Control Data

Forms

Design drawings, Authorities

Departments Requirements.

Should be as per the

approved drawing and Documents Submittals
Specification
Proper bends correct
level and Location, route
material should have Approved
minimum status of No Statement
Objection
with
comments (2)

Drawing

No obstructions Level,
Approved Drawings
Routes

Method

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10. Materials Requirement

Cable tray / trunking and accessories

1.11

11. Equipments Requirement

The equipments that will be engaged for Installation of Cable Trays and Trunking works will be as follows:
1. Wire cutters
2. Hacksaw
3. Measuring tape
4. Drill machine
5. Wooden hammer
6. Flat file
7. Screw drivers
8. Open and box spanners
9. Base Cutter
1.12

12. Health and Safety

Strictly followed as per the manufacturer's Health and Safety recommendations for handling and use of the materials.
Ensure all involved personnel shall be aware of the same.
1.13

13. Supporting Documentation

This method Statement should be read in conjunction with the below referenced documentations:
ITP for Cable Tray and Trunking
1.14

14. Distribution

Copies of this method statement have also been issued to the following for information/ action/ comments:

Project Manager

Site Engineer

Foremen