BRIGHT ELECTRICAL WORKS LLC

72 GALLERY TOWNHOUSES PHASE 2 IN DUBAI SPORTS CITY

METHOD STATEMENT FOR CABLE LAYING

METHOD STATEMENT FOR CABLE LAYING

S.
No.

Date

Description

01-05-2014 Method Statement for

Cable Laying

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Prepared by

Checked by

Mr. Naufal
Nazim

Mr. Bassam

BRIGHT ELECTRICAL WORKS LLC

72 GALLERY TOWNHOUSES PHASE 2 IN DUBAI SPORTS CITY
METHOD STATEMENT FOR CABLE LAYING

CONTENTS

1. PURPOSE
2. SCOPE
3. REFERENCES
4. DEFINITIONS
5. SAFETY
6. RESPONSIBILITIES
7. PROCEDURE
8. QA/QC PROCEDURE
9. ATTACHMENTS

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BRIGHT ELECTRICAL WORKS LLC

72 GALLERY TOWNHOUSES PHASE 2 IN DUBAI SPORTS CITY
METHOD STATEMENT FOR CABLE LAYING

1.PURPOSE
To ensure that Cable Laying are executed safely and in accordance with the contract
requirements and that all quality assurance / control activities required for the same
are conducted in a systematic manner, works are inspected and conformance is
verified and documented.

2.SCOPE OF WORKS/METHOD
2.1 This procedure is applicable to the following works associated with the project
titled 72 GALLERY TOWNHOUSES PHASE 2 IN DUBAI SPORTS CITY

Cable Laying

3. REFERENCES
3.1 Approved material submittals
3.2 Latest Approved Shop Drawings
3.3 Inspection and Test Plan.
3.4 Project Specifications

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METHOD STATEMENT FOR CABLE LAYING

4. DEFINITIONS

4.1 EMPLOYER:

JARVIS CORPORATION

4.2 ENGINEER:

DIAR CONSULTANT

4.3 CONTRACTOR:

BHATIA GENERAL CONTRACTING CO. L.L.C.

4.4 MEPCONTRACTOR:
4.5 PROJECT:

BRIGHT ELECTRICAL WORKS EST LLC

72 GALLERY TOWNHOUSES PHASE 2IN DUBAI SPORTS CITY

4.6 HSE:

HEALTH, SAFETY AND ENVIRONMENT

4.7 ITR:

INSPECTION TEST REQUEST

4.8 ITP:

INSPECTION AND TEST PLAN

4.9 QA/QC:

QUALITY ASSURANCE / QUALITY CONTROL

5. SAFETY

Tool box talk has to be conducted all the hazards have to be identified before
starting the work.
Personnel Protective Equipments (PPE) to be worn by the Task force during
execution at site.
Clear the obstructions from the surrounding area to avoid Near misses and
accidents.
Manufacturers recommendation has to be followed on health and safety if
applicable.
Any Process adopted and may have a particular safety risk will be assessed
and addressed as required.

6. RESPONSIBILITIES
6.1

Project Engineer
To be the focal point for interfaces and other communications with the
ENGINEER and Contractors as required during execution of work.
He shall ensure that adequate quality measures are being undertaken.
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72 GALLERY TOWNHOUSES PHASE 2 IN DUBAI SPORTS CITY
METHOD STATEMENT FOR CABLE LAYING

He shall ensure that the proper tools and tackles are available for the timely
completion of the job in a quality manner.

He

shall ensure all inspections are conducted as per the contract

specifications and ITPs. To ensure all inspections, proper tools & tackles and
manpower are used at all stages of work. To ensure all current issues of
procedures, Approved Material and shop drawings and standards are
available at the point of use. He should also ensure the works complies with
the contract requirements / approved shop drawings. He shall be responsible
for the total quality control for installation work. He shall liaise with ENGINEER
for inspection of installations works.

Inspect for any damage during, handling and storage.

Monitor the quality of work & ensure that fulfillment of specified requirement

and that all quality records related to work are completed.

Ensure the work is completed as per quality requirements. Contractor shall

inspect the same work prior to initiate ITR for ENGINEER approval.

Maintain

Comprehensive inspection and test records for any further

documentation.

Reviews the Method Statement before starting the work, explains the same
to the subordinates and prepares program for the daily job. Aware of all code
of practices, Standards & Specifications and HSE plan and to appreciate the
workforce to perform a time bound and quality job.
He shall originate ITR for completed installation, termination & test works and
companies.
Obtain ENGINEER approval before cables are covered and trenches are
backfilled.
6.3

Site Foreman (Electrical)

Check with the approved shop drawing and load schedule for cable sizes
Measure the actual lengths required for each cable routes.
Check if the cables are as per the approved material
Ensure adequate depth for the cables laid below ground
Check to avoid any clashes with other below ground services
Checks for damages in cable if any.

7. PROCEDURE
7.1

Equipments:
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72 GALLERY TOWNHOUSES PHASE 2 IN DUBAI SPORTS CITY
METHOD STATEMENT FOR CABLE LAYING

Standard Hand tools Marker, Cable Jack, Rollers, Cable Cutter, Pull Rope,
Measuring Tape, Meggar, Crimbing tools etc.
7.2

Handling
During transportation, material must not be handled roughly, it should be
protected properly with the covers.
Use of improper machinery / handling equipment for lifting must be avoided.

7.3

Transportation:
The transporting vehicle must ideally have a flat bed, free for any rough
surfaces or corrugation.
Cable drums have
transportation.

7.4

to

be

properly

secured

to

the

vehicle

during

Storage
Material should be stored in covered store.
Material should be stored as per manufacturer requirement & standards.

7.5

Site Work:

7.5.1

Cable Laying
Check the cable route as per approved shop drawings.
Make sure that cable tray / containment installation is done as per
requirement, specification and approval.
Lay the cable on tray / containment without any overlap. Spacing between
the cables to be as per specification and authority requirement.
Dress the cable with cable cleats / cable ties spacing between cable tie to be
half meter.
Check the spacing between the cables and be sure that is as per
specification.
Terminate the cable with proper Gland Box / Gland Plate for Meter Cabinet.
Check the continuity for the cable.
Re Check and confirm the following.
1. Cable size is as per approved drawing.
2. Glanding is done correctly.
3. Provide warning tape above the cable routing as per the standards.
4. Install cable markers at each change in cable direction, joint position
and entry points to the villa.
5. The size of the trench, backfilling and identification works to be done as
per specification and standards.

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METHOD STATEMENT FOR CABLE LAYING

8. QA/QC PROCEDURE
All inspection / Testing as defined in related Inspection and Test Plan (ITP) shall
be conducted. Related check sheets shall be completed. All standards and
measures related to service provider to be checked.

9. ATTACHMENTS
9.1

CHECK LIST FOR CABLE LAYING.

Cable Laying

Drawing No:

Report No:

Location:

Date:

STATUS
CHECK LIST FOR CABLE
LAYING

SL.
NO

Accepte
d
1.

2.

3.
4.
5.
6.
7.
8.
9.

Date

SubContract
or

Rejecte
d

Contract
or

Consulta
nt

BHATIA

DIAR

Remark
s

Checking the material is as per

approved submittal.
Checking the approved shop
drawing from Consultant and
DEWA.
Checking the cable size as per
approved schedule.
Checking the containment.
Pulling the cable.
Cable Supports.
Cable Segregation.
Identification for the cable.
Warning tape for buried cable.

REMARKS:

For SUB- CONTRACTOR

APPROVALS

For CONTRACTOR

For CONSULTANT

QA/QC

DIAR

SITE ENGINEER
(ELECTRICAL)

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METHOD STATEMENT FOR CABLE LAYING
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