1255 Electrical TD Rev 1 Oct 2016

SPECIFICATION
FOR
ELECTRICAL SERVICES INSTALLATION
AT
FELLOWSHIP HOUSE, SPUR HILL, DOUGHCLOYNE,

TOGHER, CORK
OUR REF: JG/MOS/E06.1255
Signed Off Date
Tender Issue Rev. 1 John Geaney 10/10/2016

Specification for Electrical Engineering Services
at Fellowship House, Spur Hill, Doughcloyne, Togher, Cork
CONTENTS
Pages
Section 1 INTRODUCTION 04-07

1.1 Introduction
1.2 Warranty
1.3 Design Exclusions
1.4 Definitions
Section 2 SCOPE OF WORKS & PROJECT PARTICULARS 08-68

2.1 Electrical Supply & Main Distribution (Element 61)
2.2 Power (Element 62)
2.3 Lighting (Element 63)
2.4 Communication (Element 64)
2.5 Security & Protection (Element 65)
2.6 Electrical Site Services (Element 60)
Section 3 GENERAL SPECFICIATI7ON 69-119

3.1 Materials
3.2 Plant
3.3 Storage
3.4 Setting out
3.5 Building Protection
3.6 Cabling Generally
3.7 Switchgear Assemblies & Enclosures
3.8 Installation of Cables
3.9 Cable Trays
3.10 Conductors in Conduit & Trunking
3.11 Conduit
3.12 Installation of PVC Conduit
3.13 Installation of Steel Trunking
3.14 Installation of PVC Trunking
3.15 Installation of Steel Cable Tray & Ladder
3.16 Installation of PVC Cable Tray
3.17 Earthing
E06.1255 Electrical TD October 2016 2 Rev. 1

3.18 Lighting Installation

3.19 General Service & Lighting Accessories
3.20 Motor Starters
3.21 Push Button Stations
3.22 Mounting Heights
3.23 Earthing, Bonding & Lighting Protection
3.24 Testing & Certification
3.25 Emergency Lighting Installation
3.26 Hazardous Area Installations
3.27 IT / Data Cables Installations
3.28 M.I.C.S. Cables
3.29 Brackets & Supports
3.30 Mechanical Work
3.31 Protection of Installation against Damage
3.32 Completion
3.33 Operating instructions
3.34 ESB Networks
3.35 Painting
3.36 Labels & identification
3.37 Spares & Tools
3.38 Schedule & Charts
3.39 Operating & Maintenance Manuals
Section 4 SCHEDULE OF DRAWINGS 120
Section 5 SCHEDULE OF WORKS 121-130

SPECIFICATION
FOR
THE ELECTRICAL ENGINEERING SERVICES AT
FELLOWSHIP HOUSE, SPUR HILL, DOUGHCLOYNE, TOGHER, CORK
Date: 10/10/2016 Revision No.: E06.1255 Rev. 1
SECTION 1
1.1 INTRODUCTION
The works involved have to include the services installations in the

accommodation Blocks A, B, & D and the service connections to Block
C. The contractor shall ensure that the services are maintained /
operable in all areas of the existing building and proposed extension
while works are progressing in other phases of the project.
Electrical Services shall include Main Distribution, Power & General

Services, Lighting, Emergency Lighting, Fire Alarm & Detection,
Communications, Intruder Alarm & CCTV Services and Site Services.
The entire electrical installation shall be carried out in steel conduit and
trunking throughout.
The Electrical Contractor is fully responsible for coordinating of his

element of the works throughout and fully coordinated drawings must
be produced by the electrical contractor prior to his works commencing
on site.
The contractor shall be, at the discretion of the Engineer, required to

provide a full and complete breakdown of all prices of equipment and
services submitted with regard to the entire installation prior to the
awarding of this contract.
The electrical contractor shall note and allow for his design exclusions
listed in the electrical tender specifications.
1.2 WARRANTY
All components of the electrical services installation must have

individual current independent third party approval certificates. The
installed systems and equipment shall come with individual
manufacturers warranties in all cases. Each warranty shall guarantee
compliance with the relevant standards and statutory bodies as set out.

Where required, proof of installers manufacturer training shall be

provided and shall be less than 2 years old.
1.3 DESIGN EXCLUSIONS
The following is a list of Design Exclusions for which the Electrical

Contractor shall take full responsibility:
1. Fabrication drawings and the co-ordinated installation / working

drawings and record drawings
2. Bracket and support detailed design and location (All types,

loads and locations must be declared to the Contractor
Administrator prior to installation for comment.
The routes and types of trunking, cable tray and conduit will be
the agreed with the engineer. All trunking and tray must be
installed as per the Electrical Specification and to current
guidelines. It shall be the responsibility of the Electrical
Contractor that all electrical containment is installed correctly.
3. Compliance with the Construction, Design and Maintenance

(CDM) Regulations.
4. Details of electrical wiring diagrams of all equipment supplied by

the installer
5. Details of all equipment component design and selection
6. Automatic controls detailed design to meet the full physical

requirements of the specification.
7. Final exact location of control sensors, detectors and

thermostats. To be agreed with the engineer on site prior to
installation.
8. Capacity, location and design of electrical conduit system,

similarly trunking.
Sizing of cable termination to be in accordance with the current

regulations. To be agreed with the engineer on site prior to
installation.
Ensure cable sizing selections as specified are not invalidated by

sub-contractor selection of alternative routes.
Detailed design of earthing and bonding requirements to be in

accordance with the current regulations. To be agreed with the
engineer on site prior to installation.

Lightning Protection System. It is the responsibility of the lightning

protection specialist to test and certify his complete installation
upon completion.
1.4 IMPORTANT NOTE
In these specifications trade names and/or suppliers are sometimes

used for the purpose of brevity and clarity of technical, aesthetic and
functional intent. Such references are for the conveniences of the
tenderer in clearly indicating the standard of technical, aesthetic and
functional requirements sought by the specifier. The intention is not to
favour one product over another or to eliminate other
products/suppliers.
Other materials/suppliers may be put forward for consideration as

equivalent materials to those stated in the specification.
Approval for substitution of equivalent materials/suppliers will be given

where the alternative material/supplier are demonstrably equal and in
full accordance with the original specification.
Equivalence of an offered substitution will be judged on the basis of

objective, clear and verifiable independent proof of similar compliance
with equal standards to those specified.
Where appropriate verification is provided through a detailed technical

dossier, drawings, data sheets and/or a test report from a recognised
body, a material/product substitution will be permitted by the architect -
who is the client representative. Any increased costs arising
whatsoever from such a substitution in terms of redesign, rescheduling,
health and safety issues etc. shall be borne by the Contractor.
Alternative suppliers/installers will need to prove their ability to perform

their sub-element part of the main contract through the submission of
proof of their technical and/or professional capacity (education,
experience, equipment etc.); including their ability to manage in an
environmentally sound manner such as EMAS or other certified
environmental management systems or details of such measures taken
in previous contracts. The contracting authority, through its architect
who is the client representative, will determine on a case by case
basis, from a technical, aesthetic and functional perspective, what
constitutes an equivalent standard/product. Verification will take place
only after the award of contract, as part of the contract management
regime. Sufficient time is to be allowed by the contractor for the
carrying out of any such requested verification of compliance by the
client representative.

1.5 DEFINITIONS
EMPLOYER
Fellowship House
Spur Hill
Doughloyne
Togher
Cork
CONSULTING SERVICES ENGINEERS

Matt O'Mahony & Associates Ltd.
8 Sidney Place
Wellington Road
Cork
ARCHITECT
Bertie Pope & Associates
2 Hodders Villes
West Village
Ballincollig
Co. Cork
STRUCTURAL ENGINEER
Ray Keane & Associates
2 Clogheen Business Park
Blarney Road
Cork
QUANTITY SURVEYOR
Richard Leonard & Associates
Galways Lodge
Douglas West
Douglas
Cork

SECTION 2 SCOPE OF WORK & PROJECT PARTICULARS
PROPOSED SCOPE OF WORKS BLOCK D
Note : This specification is prepared using the National Standard Building

Elements and Design Cost Control Procedures. All the following references
relate to that document and its contents
2.0 Services (Mainly Electrical)
The extent of the works consist briefly of:
(a) Incoming underground electrical supply from Block B

(b) Complete containment system i.e. steel trunking, conduiting, etc.
(c) A new main switchboard & sub-distribution boards.
(d) Internal and external lighting services.
(e) Sockets and power outlets.
(f) Emergency lighting Services.
(g) Fire Alarm Services.
(h) Telephone Services.
(i) Television Services.
(j) Intruder Alarm & CCTV Services
(k) Computer conduit, trunking & wiring.
(l) Door Access Control and Intercom Services
(m) Boiler House wiring.
(n) Associated wiring with the control of the entire heating, hot water
and solar panel installation.
(o) Testing and Commissioning of the entire installation.
2.1 Electrical Supply and Main Distribution (Element 61)
2.1.1. Utilities Connection
Main and Sub distribution boards shall be erected as indicated

on the enquiry drawings and as per attached schematic diagram
and fed via new underground supply from main electrical switch
at Block B. An external consumber unit / panel as indicated
shall be installed by the contractor. This shall return feed blocks
D, B and C. They shall consist of a sheet steel enclosure to
minimum IP41 standard, which shall enclose all the necessary
switchgear and components. Switchgear components shall
consist of switchfuses, M.C.B.'s, E.L.C.B.'s etc. suitable for 'DIN'
rail mounting. Switchgear shall conform to E.T.C.I.
requirements for Custom Built Assemblies, and shall be supplied
to the site pre-assembled by the manufacturer or supplier.
Switchgear shall be Siemens, Brown Boveri, or equivalent.

2.1.2. Central Earthing.
2.1.2.1 The Contractor shall note that the:
(i) The main water service, incoming fuel oil

lines,all other piped services and ducting
including metal conduits and trunking, all
plumbing services and all exposed
structural steelwork are be effectively
segregated or earth bonded which shall
comply with the requirements of the E.T.C.I.
'NATIONAL RULES FOR ELECTRICAL
INSTALLATIONS and ESB regulations.
(ii) Earthing connectors to pipes etc are to be

done in a neat manner and are to be
aesthetically acceptable, preferably in an
area where student access is
restricted/limited.
(iii) The Contractor shall include for connecting

50sq. mm pvc/pvc earthing conductor
copper cable from the main earthing

terminal to each earth electrode.
(iv) The Contractor shall include for connecting

copper cable to any exposed structural
steelwork.
(v) The Contractor shall include for connecting

a 25sq. mm pvc/pvc earthing copper cable
from the main earthing terminal to the piped
service installation.
2.1.3 Central and Local Switchgear
2.1.3.1 Main Distribution Board
(i) Allow for the installing a Fire Mans switch

control in the main reception area.
(ii) The Main Distribution Board shall conform

to E.T.C.I. requirements for Custom Built
Assemblies, and shall be supplied to the
site pre-assembled by the manufacture or
supplier.

(iii) The new main board shall be erected as

indicated on the drawing and as per
attached schematic diagram. It shall
consist of a sheet steel enclosed to
minimum IP41 standard, which shall
enclose all the necessary switchgear and
components. Switchgear components shall
consist of switchfuses, M.C.B.'s, E.L.C.B.'s
etc. suitable for 'DIN' rail mounting.
(iv) Switchgear shall conform to E.T.C.I.

requirements for Custom Built Assemblies,
and shall be supplied to the site pre-
assembled by the manufacture or supplier.
(v) Switchgear shall be Siemens, Brown

Boveri, or equivalent.
(vi) All fuse units shall be fitted with gauge rings

and two spare fuses shall be provided for
each fuse size fitted. The Contractor shall
leave the necessary tails for the E.S.B.
meters and include for the necessary
cabinets and trunking at the main
distribution board. The fuse boards and
M.C.B. boards shall be properly labelled
showing the circuits and rooms severed in
each case.
Tests
(vii) The Contractor shall perform tests on the

switchboard when it is substantially
complete. The insulation resistance of the
switchboard shall be checked with the
feeder circuits isolated. The resistance
shall be one meghom minimum. The
Contractor shall perform one mechanical
operational test on all switches and
isolators. Final acceptance tests shall be
witnessed by the Consulting Engineers.
Earthing
(viii) The main switchboard shall be provided

with an earth bar. This earth bar shall be
attached to the main earth electrode in
accordance with the clause on earthing in
the ETCI and ESB regulations.

(x) The contractor shall ensure that during the

progress of the works the works the MDB is
to be fully protected against the ingress of
dust or moisture and that all live parts are
adequately protected against inadvertent
contact by unauthorised persons.
2.1.4. Surge Protection Equipment.
2.1.4.1 Surge Protection Equipment to be provided at all

Distribution boards. Surge Projection unit 3 phase
400V Class C to be provided.
2.1.5 Distribution Cabling.
2.1.5.1 Cables Associated with Main Distribution Board
(i) The conductors in the conduits shall be

P.V.C. cables to the Irish Standard 201 and
204 (I.M.E.C.) as issued by the
I.I.R.S./Eolas and shall be of approved
manufactured Cable sizes are to be in strict
accordance with the schedule attached with
a minimum of 1.5 sw. mm. and conduit
capacities as set out in Appendix 12 of the
I.E.E. Regulations recent Edition are not to
be exceeded. There shall be no joints in
conductors between terminal points of any
run. In accordance with the E.T.C.I.'s
National Rules for Electrical Installations,
Third Edition, ET10-2000 Clause 5.1.4.32.
the following shall be observed.
The new European harmonised core colour

code for multi-core cables will be mandatory
in new electrical installations certified on
and from 1st April 2006.
The new three-phase core colours are

brown, black and grey, with blue for neutral
and green / yellow for the earth / protective
conductor.
(ii) A permanent notice shall be fixed by the

Contractor at the meter or main fuse
position stating that the core colour of the
neutral is BLUE where the installation has
been done in the new (alternative) colour
scheme.

(iii) Lighting flexible cords shall be of not less

than 24/.02 mm Butyl Rubber insulated to
BS4180. The flexible cords shall be
coloured cream or white. Cable sizes are to
be indicated on the plan as shown below:-
Lighting final circuits 2.5 sq. mm. P.V.C.

Socket outlet final circuits 4.0 sq. mm. P.V.C.
Under sink water heater 4.0 sq. mm. P.V.C.
Boiler house Circuit 4.0 sq. mm. P.V.C.
Water Boiler Circuit 6.0 sq. mm. P.V.C.
Steel Wire Armoured Cables
(iv) S.W.A cables are to be laid underground and shall

be laid in trenches 750 mm deep. The bottom of
the trenches are to be free from sharp stones. The
cables are to be laid in 300 mm of fine sand and
covered by a further 300 mm of fine sand before
the trenches are closed in. Where cables are run
on the surface walls they are to be secured by
galvanised saddles spaced not less than 300 mm
apart and secured by brass screws.
Anthygron cables up, in or through walls are to be
enclosed in conduit. Anthygron cables surface
mounted on walls below 5 m shall be enclosed in
conduit. There are to be no underground joints on
the cables. Correct type glands are to be used on
the cables.
Conduits
(V) All conduits are to be galvanised welded steel and

shall conform to BSS 31 Class E for heavy gauge
tubing and shall be of a standards manufactured
by ASCM or approved equivalent standard. No
tubing less than 16 mm outside diameter is to be
used and any conduit considered unsatisfactory
by the Architect or Electrical Engineer is to be
removed and replaced without delay. The ends of
every tube length, nipple or fitting are to be
reamed and all threads are to be coated with
aluminium paint after assemble. All box inlets
shall be plugged or capped whilst awaiting further
attachments and all open ends or conduit where
entering distribution boards shall be protected
unlike manner. Inspection fittings shall be
provided at all elbows, normal bends and tees.
Back entry elbows or tees shall be used where
necessary so that all inspection covers are
accessible without disturbing the plaster. All

fittings shall be so installed as to permit rewiring

inspection fittings shall be flush with the plaster
and floor boards over conduit fittings shall be
screwed in position. The conduit is to be
completely erected before any wires are drawn in.
(vi) Bell couplings are to be used where conduit runs

are attached to trunking to ensure proper earth
continuity.
Fixing Conduit & Fittings
(vii) Surface conduit shall be all cases be run parallel to

the walls and ceilings and shall be fixed by means
of galvanised spacing saddles giving a clearance
of 3 mm and displaced not more than 100 mm
apart. All saddles are to be secured with rawl plugs
or similar except where the surface necessitates
wood plugs. Conduits buried in the plaster shall
be secured by means of galvanised pipe hooks
and where conduits are laid under flooring
supported on joists care must be taken to ensure
that the amount of cutting away required is kept to
a minimum and no joists are to be notched without
the prior consent of the Architect or Electrical
Engineer. Brass round-headed screws are to be
used for fixing conduit boxes.
Break Joint Rings
(viii) Break joint rings are to be used on all conduit

boxes and ceiling roses finished flush with the
plaster.
2.1.5.2 Cabling Associated with Sub-Distribution Boards
SDB 1 SDB 4
2.1.5.3 Cabling Associated with Boiler House Panel
The contractor shall also allow for the wiring of the

following components for boiler house controls both
within the boiler house and through the Complex. All
motorised valves and room thermostats shall be
individually wired back to the boiler house panel. The
supply of same will be by others.
2no. Boilers / Burners

Shunt Pump and Associated Thermostats

Heating Circulation pump (3 no.) - (2 no. heating

circuits individually controlled and 1 no. hot
water circuit)
Twin Pump Booster Packaged set for hot and cold
water services
ACV Calorifier
Hot water secondary return pump
Time clock control 7 day 24 hour
3 port motorised diverting vavles within boiler
house
3 port motorized diverting valves at each manifold
Room Thermostats
Frost Thermostat
Heat Dissipation Thermostat
Holiday switch (to allow for the non-operation of
the heating system and hot water system but to
maintain frost protection)
Remote panel to operate all heating circuits in
General Office and Bedroom No. 8
The final connections to the accelerator and burner and

stat are to be made with 3 core 3/25 mm butyl rubber
heat resisting flex form a conduit box using approved
type glands. Sufficient slack should be allowed in the
cable where the burner mounting door on the boiler is
hinged so that the door can be opened fully.
The Electrical Contractor shall allow for the wiring of 2no.

remote heating panels to incorporate 2 no. 7 day 24 hour
timeclocks for water heaters.
2.1.5.4 Heating Controls Specification
Scope
To install an MCC/BMS Control panel with motor starting

equipment for the LPHW, HVAC & GP Solar Panel
Heating systems as outlined in Section 2.0
To install Field Control Instrumentation and motorised

control valves associated with the Building Management
System as outlined in Section 3.0.
To describe briefly how the end user shall interface with

the BMS Control parameters.
MCC1 Control Panel
1 No. Form 2 Control panel enclosure

1 No. Door interlocked isolator
Boiler No.1 starter

Hand-Off-Auto switch
Run and High-Limit indication lamps
Boiler No.2 starter

Boiler Shunt Pump DOL Starters

Run and Trip indication lamps
LTHW Duplicate Heating Pumps A/B Duty Standby

Starters Circuit 1
(Controls to allow for alternate operation of duplicate
pumps with automatic switchover and alarm in the event
of a pump failure)
LTHW Duplicate Heating Pumps (Calorifier) A/B Duty

Standby Starters Circuit 2
of a pump failure)
Solar Panel Heating System
DHW Secondary Return Pump DOL Starter

Pressurisation Unit
Single Phase Power Supply
System High / Low pressure Fault indication
Booster Set
Field Control Instrumentation

1 No. Immersion Frost Thermostat
1 No. Outside Frost Thermostat
1 No. Outside Temperature Sensor
Boilers Flow and Return Temperature sensors
DHW Flow Temperature Sensor & DHW Return
Temperature Sensor

DHW High limit thermostat

10-port mixing valve
29no. Adjustable room sensors
57no. 2-port Zone Control Valves
Pulse signal from Water meters
Pulse signal from ESB Meter
Pulse signal from Oil Meter
Remote Control Panel (2no.)
The Heating remote control panels shall be located in the

Administration office, and Bedroom No 8. The panel will
consist of the following:
1. Heating Zone No. 1 Hand-Off-Auto switch, Out of

Hours boost button and run lamp
7. Calorifier Heating Hand-Off-Auto switch, Out of
8. Boiler Fault indication
9. Heating Pump trip indication
10. Holiday Switch
11. Oil Tank level indicator
12. Solar System Operation trip indication
Control Interface
The BMS shall be a high quality, high performance

controls system to be approved by the consulting
engineer with door mounted keypad interface unit. The
weather compensation settings, time schedule settings,
temperature settings can be viewed, logged and
changed from the keypad unit.
Provision should also be made for Web based graphics

so the system can be viewed and altered via the schools
intranet from any PC.

2.1.6. Distribution Boards
2.1.6.1 Sub-distribution Board as indicated on the enquiry

drawings.
The Sub-Distribution Board (SDB)shall conform to

E.T.C.I. requirements for Custom Built Assemblies, and
shall be supplied to the site pre-assembled by the
manufacture or supplier.
The new SDB shall be erected as indicated on the

drawing and as per enclosed schematic diagram. It shall
consist of a sheet steel enclosure to minimum IP41
standard, which shall enclose all the necessary
switchgear and components, including a customer owned
meter. Switchgear components shall consist of
switchfuses, M.C.B.'s, E.L.C.B.'s etc. suitable for 'DIN' rail
mounting.
Switchgear shall conform to E.T.C.I. requirements for

Custom Built Assemblies, and shall be supplied to the
site pre-assembled by the manufacture or supplier.
All fuse units shall be fitted with gauge rings and two
spare fuses shall be provided for each fuse size fitted.
The fuseboards and M.C.B. boards shall be properly
labelled showing the circuits and rooms severed in each
case.
Tests
The Contractor shall perform tests on the SDB when it is

substantially complete. The insulation resistance of the
SDB shall be checked with the feeder circuits isolated.
The resistance shall be one meghom minimum.
The Contractor shall perform one mechanical operational

test on all switches and isolators. Final acceptance tests
shall be witnessed by the Consulting Engineers.
Earthing
The following SDBs shall be provided with an earth bar.

This earth bar shall be attached to the main earth
electrode in accordance with the clause on earthing in the
ETCI and ESB regulations.

2.1.6.2 Sub-distribution Boards as indicated on the enquiry

drawings.
2.2.1 General Power Outlets
Twin switched socket outlets are to be provided

throughout the building to BS 1363 Part 2 1995. The
socket outlets shall be either surface mounted or flush
mounted as detailed on the enquiry drawings.
Flush mounted:
2 gang double pole 13A switched socket outlets c/w back
box, 3-pin child resistant shutter system, white plastic
high-grade thermoset material finish with inherent
antimicrobial property, for wall or Dado trunking.
Surface mounted:
box, 3-pin child resistant shutter system, high impact
resistant, metallic powder paint finish, scratch and
corrosion resistant.
Under no circumstances are sockets to be installed in

presses, under worktops or behind radiators. The
Contractor should check the exact location of these prior
to installing conduit etc.
2.2.2 Fixed Fused power outlet
The General Fused spur outlets are to be provided for

water boiler, extraction fans, fire alarm panel, intruder
alarm panel etc. These are to be suitably rated and
switched with a neon indicator and suitably located. All
outlets shall be to BS EN 60669-1:2000.
Flush mounted:
20A double pole switches, c/w neon indicator, back box,
white plastic high-grade thermoset material finish with
inherent antimicrobial property.
Surface mounted:
high impact resistant, metallic powder paint finish, scratch
and corrosion resistant.

Cooker outlets
A 45A Cooker outlet is to be provided the cooker in the
Staff Room It shall be suitably rated and switched with a
neon indicator and suitably located. To BS EN 60669-
1:2000, c/w neon indicator, back box, white plastic high-
grade thermoset material finish with inherent antimicrobial
property, marked cooker.
Wall mounted fixed fused outlet suitable for external use,

shall be 13A IP66 range or equivalent reference.
Fitted externally as shown for CCTV
2.2.3 Supplies to Specialist Equipment
The contractor shall allow for the supply and installation

of all electrical power supplies to all specialist equipment
as detailed on the enquiry drawings.
2.2.4 Mechanical Plant & Control Wiring
The connections to mechanical plant shall consist of

supplies to all mechanical services being installed under
this contract which operate at 230V or 400V, as well as
low voltage for control cabling.
The wiring in connection with mechanical services shall

be in accordance with the system drawings.
2.2.5 Special Purpose Power Outlets (Computer

Installation)
The areas as set out on the drawings are to be provided

with power and data services for the installation of
computer work stations.
Data Points
RJ45 Cat 6A one module screened datacom outlet c/w
white plastic finish suitable for dado type trunking
mounting
Front-plate
1 gang twin, two-module datacom front plate c/w
mounting box
Trunking shall be 3-compartment non-conductive dado

type trunking without busbars to BS EN50085-1:2005 and
BS4662:2006 size 210mm(H) x 60mm (D) fixed both
horizontally and vertically to meet requirements and
should be complete with white plastic finish, CAT 6A
compliant data sweep, moulded flexible internal and

external corners, single piece covers, couplers, endcaps,

etc fixing to wall should be in accordance with
manufactures instructions.
All data points shall be individually wired back to a central

Main Distribution Facility patch panel located in the DCC
Room, and IDF Unit in Cat 6A cabling.
The Contractor shall allow for the connection of the

Intermediate Distribution Facility to the Main Distribution
Facility by Fiber Optic cable. Fibre Optic cable shall be
High Qrade Multi-Mode type 50/125.
The Main & Intermediate Distribution patch panels shall

be supplied and installed by the electrical contractor and
shall be housed individually in floor standing comms.
cabinets for rack mounting of equipment. Allowance shall
be made in the Comms cabinet for the mounting of other
comms equipment including modems, DVR units etc.
2.2.6 Supplies to Services
These shall be wired in 4 sq. mm. P.V.C. cable in conduit

in a ring main fashion as shown on the enquiry drawing.
All sockets are to be located 500 mm above finished floor
level or 300 mm above worktops.
The wiring for the sockets shall be carried out in

600/1000v PVC cable of size not less than 4 mm sq. 3
core enclosed in steel conduit and trunking.
Surface conduit shall be all cases be run parallel to the

walls and ceilings and shall be fixed by means of
galvanised spacing saddles giving a clearance of 3 mm
and displaced not more than 100 mm apart. All saddles
are to be secured with rawl plugs or similar except where
the surface necessitates wood plugs. Conduits buried in
the plaster shall be secured by means of galvanised pipe
hooks and where conduits are laid under flooring
supported on joists care must be taken to ensure that the
amount of cutting away required is kept to a minimum
and no joists are to be notched without the prior consent
of the Architect or Electrical Engineer. Brass round-
headed screws are to be used for fixing conduit boxes.
Break Joint Rings

Break joint rings are to be used on all conduit boxes and

ceiling roses finished flush with the plaster.
2.2.6.1 supply and installation of necessary cabling as specified

to wall mounted sockets in new Building.
2.2.6.2. supply and installation of necessary cabling as specified

to wall mounted sockets in Boiler House.
2.2.6.3 supply and installation of necessary cabling as specified

to wall mounted Fused Fixed Spur Outlets in new
Building as detailed
2.2.7 Supplies to Equipment
Fixed outlets shall be positioned as indicated on the

enquiry drawings and shall be 20A duty switched
complete with neon light of metal clad range or equivalent.
Final connections to items of equipment shall be carried
out in 2.5 sq. 3core flexible cable heat resistant type.

The wiring for the fixed outlets shall be carried out in

The earth terminal on all sockets shall be connected to the

earth terminal in the conduit box
2.2.7.1 supply and installation of necessary cabling to Cooker and

Water Boiler as detailed.
2.2.8 Local Earthing and Bonding
All local bonding shall be carried out in 2.5sq. mm

earthing copper cable conductor. The Contractor shall
include for 3 N earth rod and an earth lid inspection pit
as furse type RB210 & PT100 respectively and all
necessary bonds and clamps. The Contractor shall
ensure that the entire building is adequately earthed and
bonded.
2.3 Lighting (Element 63)
2.3.1. Primary Lighting

The design parameters are those defined in the Chartered

Institute of Building Services Engineers lighting code.
The Contractor is to provide for all lamps and fittings as

described in schedule of lighting points and circuits on drawing
and as set out below.
Lighting to provide appropriate illumination is to be provided and

shall be of the correct intensity and colour. All spaces including
tank rooms, attic space etc. shall have artificial lighting.
Please refer to enquiry drawings for the lighting details including

layouts and quantity and type of fitting required.
The following outlines the expected Lux levels in each area.
Offices, Meeting Room, Dining Room etc.

300lux at 700mm above FFL.
General Purpose Room 300lux at 1500mm above FFL.
Toilet and Storage Areas 120lux at 700mm above FFL.
Entrance and Circulation Areas 120lux at 700mm above FFL.
Offices 300lux at 700mm above FFL.
All other area 300lux at 700mm above FFL.
2.3.2 Lamps and Fittings
The lamps and fittings provided shall be suitable for the required
use, be of good quality, robust and easily maintained.
The tube selection shall be based on the most energy efficient

and economical solution not only at installation period but
throughout the expect life of the installation.
The operation of lighting in each space shall be contained within

that specific space. The position of the light fitting with in the
specific space shall not give rise to shadows or glare
Lamps and fittings shall not be located so as to present health

and safety difficulties in tube and fitting replacement.
Lighting Point Switches
Lighting switches throughout the installation shall be 20 Amp MK

metal clad surface MEM, Legrand or Crabtree or equivalent and

be complete with back box. All switches are to be flush mounted

to the completed wall finish and back box.
Light switches to stores and similar areas are to be push type

with auto time delayed release.
All switches are to be mounted 400mm from inside the doorway

of the rooms served unless otherwise directed. The switches in
classrooms, corridors, cloakrooms etc. unless otherwise
indicated are to be mounted 1100mm above floor level.
2.3.3 Emergency Lighting
An emergency lighting system shall be provided to the complete

complex to cover all areas.
The system will consist of self-contained non-maintained

emergency lights, inverter pack within normal light fittings and
exit signs. A test panel shall also be installed to enable the
emergency lighting system to be checked out frequently at the
main distribution and sub distribution boards.
The Contractor is to supply and install emergency lights as

specified and shown on the enquiry drawings. These are to be
wired in 1.5 sq. mm P.V.C. cable in steel conduit from an
adjacent lighting circuit.
All fittings shall be Thorn manufacture or equal to Engineers

approval. Refer to enquiry drawings for specification.
2.3.4 Lighting Controls (Switching)
2.3.4.1 To General Rooms shall be based on manual on / off

switching which will have dimmable capabilities in
association with absence detection and daylight sensing.
2.3.4.2 To Administration and offices areas shall be based on

manual on / off switching and daylight sensing with
absence detection.
2.3.4.3 To Corridors and Circulation Spaces by Passive Infra

Red Detectors, dimmable capabilities in association with
daylight sensing with absence detection.
.
2.3.4.4 Toilet areas shall be will be switched through passive
infra-red detectors.
2.3.4.5 Lighting controls to all stores will be via time delay

release switches
.

2.3.4.5 Lighting controls to Boiler House shall be based on

manual on / off switching.
2.3.4.6 External lighting will be controlled via 24 hour 7 day

time clock, photocell, manual on / off switching and via
activation of the intruder alarm
2.3.5 Light Controls Schedule
All light switching shall be mounted at 1100 mm A.F.F.L.

(to centre of switching plate).
2.3.5.1 Flush mounted:

Single / double gang single / double pole one / two way
10A push switch outlets marked press c/w back box,
inherent antimicrobial property. Dimmable option also to
be provided.
2.3.5.2 Surface mounted:

Single / double gang single / double pole one / two way
10A push switch outlets marked press c/w back box,
and corrosion resistant. Dimmable option also to be
provided.
2.3.5.3 Absence Detection:

Occupancy detectors shall be provided to switch lights off
after a period of 10 minutes (adjustable between 1 and 15
minutes) after the sensors fail to detect movement.
Manual switches shall be provided locally to allow

occupants override the automatic control. Supply 230V,
50 Hz, Class II recessed ceiling mounted presence
detector with 360 field of detection for demand-
responsive lighting control. The detector shall have a
detection range of up to 24m at an installation height of
3m, and shall have a 6m high sensitivity range over the
immediate seating area where only small movements
may occur. The sensor shall have a high to medium
sensitivity range of 8m within the general working area to
detect more pronounced movements.
Switching Capacity: 2,300Watts / 10Amps, unity power

factor; 1,150VA / 5Amps, power factor of 0.5;
No. of switchable electronic ballasts:
90 x (2 x 35W)
84 x (1 x 35w)

18 x (2 x 28W)
3 x (2 x 49W)
29 x (1 x 28W)
15 x (3 x 49W)
18 x (38W)
2 x (2 x 20W)
29 x (3W)
The detector shall provide automatic control based on

presence and daylight. The time setting shall be
adjustable between 1 and 15 minutes while the sensor
shall be capable of detecting lighting levels between 5
and 2,000 Lux.
The detector shall be programmable by remote control

and manually through adjustment of dipswitches on the
sensor.
The detector shall have an input for the connection of a

make contact switch for manual lighting control.
The detector shall have an input for the connection of a

slave presence detector to extend the field of detection of
the master. The purpose of the slave device shall solely
be to register presence and to transmit a signal to the
master device. The master device shall be capable of
taking signals from a minimum of 8 slave devices.
The detector shall be supplied in two parts, the power box

and the sensor head. The sensor shall connect to the
power box via modular plug contacts. The sensor shall
have 0.5m length connection cable. The power box shall
have an IP rating of IP20 while the sensor shall have an
IP rating of IP44.
The sensor head shall be manufactured from UV

stabilised polycarbonate. The sensor shall have a white
finish cover.
The overall dimensions of the senor head shall be

100mm diameter and 72mmdeep.
Combined Daylight and Presence Detector:

Dimming photoelectric lighting controls shall be provided
to all areas where daylighting levels are sufficient to
provide a significant proportion of the required design
illuminance levels.
The system shall ensure that the sum of daylight and

electric lighting always reaches the design level by

sensing the total illuminance in the controlled area and

adjusting the level of artificial light to meet the design
requirements.
Manual switches shall be provided locally to allow

occupants override the automatic control.
Supply 230V, 50 Hz, Class II recessed ceiling mounted

combined presence detector with 360 field of detection
for demand-responsive lighting control and 1-10V DC
interface for demand responsive adjustment to a constant
illumination level.
The detector shall have a detection range of up to 24m at

an installation height of 3m, and shall have a 6m high
sensitivity range over the immediate seating area where
only small movements may occur. The sensor shall have
a high to medium sensitivity range of 8m within the
general working area to detect more pronounced
movements.
Remote Control Device:

Provide hand held battery operated personal infra-red
transmitters complete with wall mounted docking station
for use with presence detectors and combined devices.
The transmitter shall be non-addressed so that it does not
need to be tied to a specific receiver. The controller
operation shall be directional such that it will generally
only operate the receiver at which it is pointed.
Detail Specification:
Battery Operation: Lithium CR2032 3V
Range: Overcast / dark conditions 5 to 8m
Direct Sunshine 2 to 3m
Dimensions: 100mm L x 50mm W x 9mm H
Programming Options:
Protected access to programmed settings;
Automatic read in and storage of the illumination level;
Light On/Off;
Minimum of 6 pre-loaded/default illumination levels
between 100 and 2,000 Lux;
Minimum of 5 pre-loaded/default switch-off times
between 1 and 15 minutes;
Programme reset facility;
Test mode twilightindependent control with
movement to allow the field of detection to be set
conveniently and quickly;
Option to change sensors from Automatic to semi-
automatic operation; and

LED status indication (On/Off).
System Commissioning
The Electrical Contractor shall allow for two sets of
commissioning of all control devices. This shall allow for
the Clients initial setup and then full re-commissioning if
found to be impractical.
In general commissioning of the lighting controls shall be

carried out in accordance with the CIBSE Commissioning
Code L.
System Supplier
All lighting control equipment shall be from a single
manufacturer and supplier. The system shall be supplied,
tested and commissioned by a representative approved
by the system supplier
The Electrical Contractor shall allow for all costs

associated with a commissioning Engineer from the
manufacturers factory attending site to pre-commission,
test & commission and demonstrate the system, in
addition to the local representatives staff.
Street/Area Lighting
The objective of the system is to provide sufficient lighting

for safe movement of people outdoors.
The design parameters are outlined in CIBSE Lighting

Guide: The Outdoor Environment.
The system shall be as outlined in the system drawings,

and shall consist of street lights, lantern type fittings in the
vicinity of the building entrance, and wall mounted
fittings around the building perimeter. The external
lighting shall be fed from the main switchboard.
External building perimeter lighting shall consist of wall

mounted bulkhead fittings. Pole mounted fittings shall be
provided for car park, roadway and pathways in the
vicinity of the building.
Luminaires outside exit doors shall be complete with 3-

hour emergency pack. Separate 24 hour 7 day timers
shall be provided for the building perimeter and the
car park lighting, as per detailed on the enquiry drawings.
The building perimeter wall mounted fittings including

those with 3-hour emergency packs shall not under any

circumstance be connected to the internal building

lighting circuit or internal building emergency lighting
circuit. In the case of an emergency activation of the Fire
alarm and / or the Intruder alarm system (as the two
systems shall be linked) will activate the external lights.
Under power failure all emergency lights shall activate.
The tripping of a local MCB does not constitute an
emergency.
Ducting shall be provided as shown on the site services

layout for possible future use of the ball court as an
overflow car parking area within the school grounds.
2.4 COMMUNICATION SERVICES (Element 64)
2.4.1 COMMUNICATION SERVICES
2.4.1.1 Electronic Communication System
The information technology installation will be in

compliance with the Information and
Communication Technology Infrastructure
Guidelines including all Cat 6A cabling, RJ45
computer outlets, associated patch panels and
cabinets. The entire ICT installation shall be
installed by the electrical contractor. There will be
1 no. main distribution facility (MDF) installed in
the Services Centre Block B and 1 no.
intermediate distribution facility located in Block A,
B & C.
The MDF and IDFs shall be connected by a multi-

mode graded index optical Fibre Cable to the
following specification:
- Core / Cladding: 50/125 microns

- Attenuation: 3/1 dB/km
- Bandwidth: 500/500 MH3 km
The contractor shall also allow fro the supply and

installation of universal broad band wireless
modem for Plug and Play internet facility c/w
repeater units where necessary.
Category 6A Structured Cabling Specification
Objective

The specification herein refers to the supply and

installation of a Cat 6A unshielded twisted pair
(UTP) system. The system shall be compliant to
ANSI/TIA/EIA 568B, ISO 11801 2nd Edition, and
EN50173. The system shall also be compliant with
the electromagnetic compatibility requirements of
EN55105, EN50081 and EN50082. The cabling
system shall meet the Permanent link and Channel
performances defined in these standards. The
cabling system shall be a Cat6A system of
reputable manufacture and shall be installed by a
trained Authorised Installer approved by the
manufacturer.
Protocols
The system shall support the following

Token Ring 4 and 16 Mbps
Ethernet 10 Base T
IBM 3270 SNA
IBM s/36,38, + AS/400
RS 232, 422, 423
FDDI
ISDN
TPDDI
32 Mbps Token Ring
100 Base T Fast Ethernet
155 Mbps
1000 Mbps
In addition to the above the system shall be fully

compliant to IEEE 802.3 and TIA/EIA 854.
Warranty
All components must have individual current

independent third party approval certificates. The
installed system shall come with a 25-year
warranty from the manufacturer. This warranty
shall guarantee compliance to Cat6A from
TIA/EIA, ISO and Cenelec. The system shall be
fully interoperable and backwards compatible in
alignment with mentioned standards. Proof of
manufacturer training shall be provided and shall
be less than 2 years old.
The warranty shall cover following parts;
Lifetime of applications

Both copper and fibre shall be covered

in warranty from same manufacturer
Cost of replacement including parts and
labour covered in warranty
Transferable warranty
Extended Distances
Regular site audits from manufacture in
compliance to IEC 14763-2
IT Scope of Works
The Contractor should liase with all parties with

respect to cable pathways. The IT Contractor shall
be responsible for supply, installation and test of
entire cabling system including cabling, patch
panels, jacks and patch leads.
Horizontal Cabling
The horizontal cabling will be Cat 6A UTP LSF.

The four-pair Category 6A cable shall meet
EN50288-5/6. The LSF sheath shall meet IEC
60332-1 as a minimum. No cable run shall exceed
90 metres + 10 metres for patch leads. When
consolidation points are used, the consolidation
length shall be incorporated into the 90-metre link.
Cable ties shall not alter the geometry of the cable
and should be placed every 300mm. There should
be a maximum of 24 cables per bundle. After
installation the bend radii should be no more than
25mm. Cable routes should always be parallel with
or perpendicular to walls. When cables pass
through walls, the walls should be sleeved and
pass through at 90 degrees.
Thermal basket infill
A smooth based 5mm thick thermal formed infill

that is tailored to the width of the in-situ
containment system shall be provided.
Separation of Data/Voice and Power cables
The following instructions should be followed when

installing data, voice and power.
No separation between the horizontal data

and power required if parallel run is less
than 35m.

For runs longer than 35m, separation

distances shall apply except for the final
15m to the outlet.
The separation distances are
Type of Without Aluminium Steel
installation Divider or Divider Divider
Non-
metallic
Divider
Unscreened
power cable & 200mm 100mm 50mm
unscreened data
cable
Unscreened
power cable & 50mm 20mm 5mm
screened data
cable
Screened power
cable & 30mm 10mm 2mm
unscreened data
cable
Screened power
cable & screened 0mm 0mm 0mm
data cable
In addition, a distance of 130mm shall be kept

from fluorescent lamps.
Outlets
For the purpose of this specification the data

outlets shall be referred to as TOs. The TOs shall
be a RJ45 punch down conforming to IEC60603-7.
The RJ45 shall be Cat 6A. The punch down shall
be 110 style. When punching down, the cable shall
not be untwisted more than 6 mm at the outlet, but
efforts should be made to leave it twisted as close
to the jack as possible. If when a pair is untwisted
and presented to the block they fall in the wrong
position, it is advised to add half a twist rather then
remove half a twist. The sheath should not be cut
back further than 30mm. The wiring shall TIA/EIA
568B as below.
Pin Colour
1 White / Orange
2 Orange
3 White / Green
4 Blue
5 White / Blue
6 Green
7 White / Brown
8 Brown

All floor boxes shall have a minimum of 4 x RJ45s

(TO). It shall be possible to close the lid so that it is
level with the surrounding floor, maintaining correct
connection of the cabling and not inducing any
strain on any of the TOs.
When the 4 TOs are terminated in a desk, either

in a trough or mounted, they shall be terminated in
a 4way data box. The orientation of the outlets
should be rotated 90 degrees to assist installation
and ease of use. When more than 4 TOs are to be
placed in data box, a sample shall be installed
initially and consequently approved by the
manufacturer to confirm best design and install
practice.
Patch Panels
The patch panels shall be 24 port UTP Cat 6A.

They shall be 110-style punch down and wired to
TIA/EIA 568B as above. The amount of untwist
should be no more than 6mm, but again efforts
shall be made to bring twists as close to
termination block as possible. Again, if when a pair
is untwisted and presented to the block they fall in
the wrong position, it is advised to add half a twist
rather then remove half a twist. 1u cable
management shall be provided every 48 ports.
Data and voice shall be wired to separate panels
and clearly labelled. For neater appearance and
easier maintenance it is recommended that the
cables terminated on the left side of panel run up
the left side of cabinet and the cables on right side
run up right side of cabinet. If circumstances
dictate, all cables can be dressed up one side of
the cabinet. Each panel shall be earthed to the
common earth point by 1.5 sq. earth cable.
Looping of earths or daisy chaining is not allowed.
All earthing shall be carried out according to
EN50174-2 and EN50310.
Cabinets
Separate cabinets shall be allocated for active and

passive components. Cabinets shall be of high
quality manufacture. Cabinets shall be free
standing and be of dimensions 2000mm (height) x
800mm (width) x 800mm (depth). They shall
consist of removable side panels, lockable glass

doors, and cable entry at top and bottom. Doors

should be removable and capable of opening
through more than 90 degrees. Data cables will
generally enter from the floor, but top entry may be
required in specific places. The distance between
the equipment mounting rail and the door, when
shut, shall be at least 70mm. Failure to comply will
make the use of management bars impossible.
Cabinets must be equipped with tray work or a
similar system for supporting and securing cabling.
The tray work should be set back at least 80mm
from the rear of the patch panel to ensure that
minimum bend radius is not infringed. To ensure
neat dressing and favourable bend radii it is
recommended that the tray is located between
100mm and 300mm from the rear of the patch
panel.
Each cabinet should have an Eagle i

power/environmental monitor and control switch.
The Eagle i shall be of high quality manufacture.
They will have the following fitted as a standard
build (subject to confirmation)
x intelligent monitored power strips.

x temperature sensors
1 x humidity sensor
1 x water rope
Labelling
All cabling shall be labelled with permanent labels

at the faceplate end and the patch panel. The
cables shall also be labelled at a distance of
approximately 150mm from the termination.
Cables shall also be labelled at any point they
enter or leave concealment. The labels shall be
proprietary modular fixed type and in all cases
shall indicate that patch panel number, port, plus
the destination equipment closet and hub number.
The IT contractor should consult with Engineer in
relation to finalising labelling scheme. Before the
Contractor consults the Engineer, they should be
familiar with ANSI/TIA/EIA 606 or EN50174 or ISO
14763-2.
Patchleads
All patchleads shall be 24 AWG. If a screened

system is used this shall change to 27 AWG. They

shall have an LSF sheath rated to IEC 60332-1

and must be stranded. Connectors must be RJ45
style to IEC 60603-7. Electrical performance to be
Category 6AA. The leads shall be Blade design
and part of overall warranty with the manufacturer.
The contractor shall supply patching schedule
based on 50% population.
Testing and Commissioning
The system shall be tested in compliance with

IEC61935 to confirm Cat6A performance. The
meter used shall be a level 111 meter as per the
Fluke DSP 4000. A manufacturers specific Cat6A
head or a Cat6A generic interface must be used
on the tester. Cabling must be tested in both
directions and the results stored in an electronic
database compatible with the tester
manufacturers cable management software. 100
per cent of all links shall be tested. The following
tests shall be recorded: -
Wire Map PS ELFEXT

NEXT ELFEXT
PC NEXT ACR
Return Loss PS ACR
Attenuation Propagation Delay
Impedance Delay Skew
Loop resistance
Fibre optic light loss testing shall be carried out in

accordance with manufacturers instructions and
IEC 61280. The multimode fibres shall be tested
@ 850 and 1300 nanometers and the single mode
fibres at 1310 and 1500 nanometres.
Results shall be documented as per labelling. The
IT Contractor shall provide a CD ROM containing
all results. This should be forwarded to the
supplier, who will then forward to the
manufacturer, who will issue a 25-year Millennium
warranty upon correct installation and application
package.
Referenced Standards
EN 50173 Information Technology,

Generic Cabling Systems

EN 50174 Information Technology,

Cabling Installation, parts
1, 2 and 3
EN 50288 Multi-Element metallic

cables used in analogue
and digital
communications and
control.
EN 50310 Application of
equipotential bonding
and earthing in buildings
with information
technology equipment.
IEEE 802.3ab Physical layer

specification for
1000 Mb/s operation on
four pairs of Category 5
or better balanced
twisted pair cable
(1000BaseT), July 1999
ISO/IEC 11801 Information Technology -

Generic Cabling for
Customer Premises.
IEC 60332-1 Flammability of a single

vertical cable
IEC 60332-3-c Flammability of a bunch of

vertical cables
IEC 60603-7-4 Detail specification for

connectors 8 way. Test
methods and related
requirements for use at
frequencies up to 200
MHz.
IEC 61935 Generic specification for

testing of generic cabling
in accordance with
ISO/IEC 11801- Part 1
TIA/EIA 568-B Commercial Building

Telecommunications
Cabling Standard, 2000

TIA-569 Commercial Building

Standard for
Telecommunications
Pathways and Spaces.
TIA-606 Administration Standard

for the
Telecommunications
Infrastructure of
Commercial Buildings.
TIA-607 Commercial Building

Grounding/Bonding
Requirements.
EN 50081 Electromagnetic
compatibility Generic
emission standard. Part 1:
Residential, commercial and
light industrial. Part 2:
Industrial environment.
EN 50082 Generic immunity standard.

Part 1: Residential,
commercial and light
industrial. Part 2: Industrial
environment.
EN 50085 Cable trunking systems and

cable ducting systems for
electrical installations.
EN 50086 Conduit systems for electrical

installations
ISO 15018 Integrated cabling for all

services other than mains
power in homes, SoHo and
buildings
IEC 60364 Electrical installations of

buildings - part 5 - chapter
548: Earthing arrangements
and equipotential bonding for
information technology
systems
IEC 60754-1 Halogen Gas Emission
IEC 60754-2 Smoke Corrosivity

IEC 61034 Smoke density and evolution
IEC 61156-1 Multicore and symmetrical pair/quad

cables for digital communications.
Part 1 generic specification.
2.4.2.2 Telephone System Schedule of Works
The PABX system and handsets shall be supplied

and installed by the Electrical Services Contractor.
The ICT wiring system outlined above shall be
utilised for the telephone system signalling.
Separate telephone wiring will not be accepted in
place of the Cat 6A cabling indicated above. The
Electrical Services Contractor shall supply and
install a 160 pair multicore telephone cable from
the patch panel in Block B to the telecom service
providers main incoming terminal box. .
A 160 pair cable to be ran from the patch panel

Block B to PABX in Block D.
A 40 pair cable to be ran from patch panel Block B

to Block C patch panel.
A 40 pair cable to be ran from patch panel Block B

to patch panel Block A.
The electrical contractor shall allow for the

complete supply and installation of a high quality
telephone system for the complex as outlined on
the enquiry drawings.
The system shall comprise PABX, 2 no. Digital

Admin phones, 80 no. digital extension c/w digital
display screen, 1 no. call card telephone shall be
supplied and installed to the Corridor Area of Block
B.
Wiring
The wiring installation shall be carried out in 4 Pair

Cat 6A Cable in a separate conduit system.
The following telephone points will be provided and

wired back individually as called up on the enquiry
drawing.
Block A 6no Telephone Extensions.

1no. Facsmile

Block B 25no Telephone Extensions.

1no Facsmile.
Block C 6no Telephone Extensions.
Block D 321no Telephone Extensions.
Data Communication Centre

1no Telephone Extension.
Corridor (Location to be agreed on site)

1no Call Card Telephone Extension.
Data Communication Centre

1no. ExchL for WAN connection
2.5 SECURITY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES (65)
2.5.1. Fire Alarm Services
The electrical contractor shall allow for the services of a

specialist to design, supply, install, test and commission.
Fire Alarm System for the School. The Fire Alarm shall
be monitored through the Intruder Alarm System.
Automatic Fire Detection Alarm Services;
. General
The Fire Alarm Detection shall comply with the

requirements of I.S.3218: 2013 Code of Practice for Fire
Detection and Alarm Systems for Buildings System
Design, installation servicing and Maintenance. Category
L1.
The system shall comprise of an analogue addressable

fire detection system. It shall be controlled from a main
control panel located at the main entrance with repeater
panels with controls located at all secondary entrances.
The System shall be suitable for full network capabilities.
The Control Panel shall identify the exact location of each

device, when activated, and will have the facility to give
1. A first and second stage alarm using different tones

on the addressable sounders
2. Receive a signal from the Water Leak Systems etc.
3. Signal the AHU Units.
4. Signal the door access system

5. Receive a signal from the disable refuge system

6. Release smoke doors
7. Open smoke vents on stairwells
The equipment supplied shall be of one manufacture and

the choice of service provider shall remain with the end
user through the life of the system.
Control Panel
The proposed control panel shall be a multi loop

Analogue addressable Control Panel with 6 working
loops. It shall comply with EMC LVD directives and have
LBCP and CPD approval. The panel shall have a 240 x
64 pixel graphic LCD display with membrane control
switches; it shall allow up to 318 addresses per loop with
each loop having its own processor.
The Panel shall house the following features:
1. Large LCD display

2. 4 individual programmable Panel outputs
3. Full upload/download software package.
4. Alarm sensitivity and delay adjustments.
5. Automatic time control functions by day of week for
Control-by-event (CBE)
6. Thermal Panel printer.
It shall be suitable for wall recess and be supplied with

a flushing Bezel
Smoke Detectors
Smoke sensors shall be analogue addressable low

profile type using the photoelectric principle to
measure smoke density. The sensors shall on
command from the Control Panel, send data to the
Panel representing the analogue level of smoke
density. The detectors shall provide a test means
whereby they will simulate an alarm condition and
report that condition to the Control Panel. The sensor
shall have two integral tri-colour LEDs for 360
viewing. The LEDS shall be programmable with static
blinking red, amber and green status indications as
required. It shall be LPCB approved.
Each sensor shall incorporate a built-in isolator and

have a number tag to accept a loop and address
identification number.

It shall be pure white in colour to complement the

proposed ceiling.
Heat Detectors
Heat sensors shall be analogue addressable and shall

be software configured to work as a Rate of Rise
and/or a fixed 58C or fixed 78C. The sensing
element of the sensor shall be panel controllable to
customise the device for the area it is protecting. The
sensor shall have two integral tri-colour LEDs that will
provide 360 local visual indication of the device
status. The LEDS shall be programmable with static
blinking red, amber and green status indications as
required. It shall be LPCB approved.


proposed ceiling.
Corridor Detectors
A true multi-criteria infra red sensor shall be used in

Corridors and stairwells to cover all risks. It shall
monitor for all major elements of fire heat, smoke and
infra-red. The sensor shall have two integral tri-colour
LEDs that will provide 360 local visual indication of
the device status. The LEDS shall be programmable
with static blinking red, amber and green status
indications as required. It shall be LPCB approved.


proposed ceiling.
Aspirating Smoke Detectors
An Air Sampling smoke detector housing shall be

installed to protect the lift shafts and high lobby areas
as recommended in IS3218 2013. It shall house a
carbon monoxide and an Infra red Laser sensor.

Each device shall incorporate a built-in isolator and

Manual Call Point
The call points shall be constructed of flame retardant

plastic with clearly visible operating Legend provided
on the glass. They shall be suitable for surface or
semi-flush mounting.
The Manual call points shall provide a dipswitch at the
rear of the unit for address setting. Visual indication
of operation shall be by LED indicator. It shall be
LPCB approved and fixed at a height of approx
1100mm above floor level c/w clip on cover.
Each device shall incorporate a built-in isolator and

accept a loop and address identification number.
Alarm/Visual Units and Sounder Control Unit
An addressable combination wall sounder and strobe

shall be supplied for alarm purposes. The device shall
have an output of 100dB (A) and the strobe shall flash at
30 flashes /min with an output of 2 Joules. They shall be
RED in colour and shall be mounted at 2100mm above
finished floor level and no closer than 150mm to the
ceiling. Where shown sensors shall incorporate a flashing
beacon in the base to comply with the anti-discrimination
act.
External Audio/Visual Units
The external audio visual unit shall be positioned

externally to the building in order to guide fire fighting
assistance to the correct entrance point. To comply with
Clause 5.6.1 of IS3218 it shall be marked Fire Alarm and
shall automatically silence the sounder after 30 minutes
while the visual indicator shall continue to operate. It shall
be wired on a separate circuit.
Door Holders
Magnetic door release units shall be combination type

with closer and holder or standard wall mounted type to
suit the door architecture. They shall incorporate a
release/test button and be suitable for 24v D.C.
operation.
Power Supply Units

A programmable door holder Power Supply Unit shall be

provided per floor and controlled from a programmable
output on the control panel. The contractor shall include
for providing a 240v supply to the power supply units.
Cable and Wiring
Detection loops and sounders shall be wired in 2C 1.5mm

Fire-rated enhanced cable with red PVC sheeting. All
inter-panel wiring shall be twisted pairs, fire-rated and
mechanically protected. Suitable conduit boxes shall be
used at each device to prevent dust and dirt ingress to
the sensor.
The proposed cable type shall be approved by the

Engineer before installation.
Drawing Approvals and Supervision
The Contractor shall make himself available for

consultation with the System Designer and System
provider prior to installation. He shall include for the
provision of full working drawings by the system
provider and a pre-installation site visit along with
supervision during the installation period. On completion
he shall provide
As installed drawings showing equipment locations,

cable routes and location of power sources.
Cable tests results
Certification of installation to IS3218 2013on his/their
own HEADED PAPER
He shall be responsible for system protection during the

contract.
Handover
The Contactor shall be responsible for final testing and

commissioning of the entire system and demonstrating
the system to the end user. He shall include the following
documents at handover
Certificate of Design with record of variations from

IS:3218, 2013
Certificate of Installation
Certificate of Commissioning
O & M manuals
As installed Drawings

C&E configuration
List of devices and zones
Maintenance contract
Log book
The User shall be briefed on his responsibilities under

IS3218 2013 and receive training on the system.
Post Contract Allowances
The Contractor shall allow for the following work to be

carried out following handover of the building:
1. Reprogramming of the system text by the system

provider after changes by the client.
2. The supply and installation of extra sounders that may
be required following an alarm level sound test during
commissioning.
3. Extra void sensors that may be required.
2.5.2 Security Installation
2.5.2.1 Intruder Alarm
This Contract includes for the complete Intruder Alarm

Installation and associated wiring, including anti theft oil
alert system in 2no. oil storage tanks.
The system shall include all control panels, wiring, bells,

door contacts and automatic communicators etc.
The system shall generally comprise passive infra red

beam detectors in classrooms, circulation routes ancillary
teaching rooms, main general purpose room and
administration areas, keyed entry to main and secondary
entrances. Contacts shall also be provided on the
external boiler house door which is not suitable for PIR
coverage.
The system shall include for a separate zone to cover the

GP Room and ancillary spaces for out of hours use.
The contractor shall included for all commissioning

associated with the completed installation.
All external equipment shall be to IP.65.
2.5.2.2 General
The scope of coverage is as follows:

(a) Perimeter protection on all external entrances (by

internal P.I.R. except for boiler house).
(b) Window protection not acceptable.
(c) Internal trap protection to the areas as detailed in

the drawings.
(d) Personal attack buttons shall be provided in the

Administration Offices, General Office and
Caretakers Bedroom.
(e) A control keypad shall be provided at the main

and secondary entrance
(f) Belt clip transmitter and receiver shall be provided.
(g) Oil Fuel Theft Detection System. This system shall

be hard wired linked to the intruder alarm system
which shall go into alarm mode if theft detected or
if power is interrupted to the Detection System.
The intruder alarm system shall in turn notify the
monitoring station of this alarm.
ZONES AND CIRCUITS
The following items of equipment must be connected to

individual circuits.
Space detectors and beams, final door (last exit), exit

terminator push button. Internal doors shall not be
grouped with perimeter doors.
MAINS SUPPLY
The mains supply to the control panel, power packs and
digital communicator shall be via an unswitched fused
spur outlet. Which will be supplied under the Electrical
Contract.
2.5.2.3 Passive Infrared Intruder Detectors, associated

cabling and trunking
(i) SPACE DETECTORS AND BEAM

The Digital Quad passive infrared detector of a
type suitable to detect change in heat, movement
and breakage within the protected area. With
15.00 x 15.00 metre coverage with 90 wide angle
lens.

Dual Tech Passive infra red space detectors must

not be used when they are likely to be in direct
sunlight where they are likely to experience rapid
temperature changes.
Sealed Surface Door / Window contacts c/w anti

tamper protection
(ii) WIRING
Wiring shall comprise of 6 core 7/0.3mm 60 volt
tinned copper standard conductors, PVC insulated,
having an overall white PVC sheath. 10 or more
detectors shall be supplied with 1 amp 12V power
unit and battery. The contractor shall allow for
running cables at high level in corridor space or on
low voltage trunking system. The contractor shall
also utilise steel conduit system which shall run
from the trunking to the individual devices to be
provided in the areas as indicated on the drawings.
Where cabling is run on the surface, this shall be
carried out in a neat and inconspicuous manner,
adequately fixed at 300 mm intervals, and installed
in steel trunking.
2.5.2.4 INTERNAL SOUNDER

High pitched 104 DB sounder with anti tamper switch
shall be fitted internally at ceiling height as indicated on
enquiry drawings. These sounders shall ring instantly
when the alarm is activated and shall continue to sound
until re-set by the key holder.
2.5.2.5 KEY ENTRY PAD

2no. control keypad shall also be provided at the primary
& secondary entrance. It shall consist of a Digital LCD
remote keypad complete with the following features P.I.N
on/off, part setting, viewing event log and personal attack
button facility.
2.5.2.6 PANIC/ATTACK ALARMS

Double push panic alarms shall be provided in
administration office and principals office and deputy
principals office.
2.5.2.7 WIRELESS PANIC ATTACK SYSTEM (6no.)

A high quality, robust wireless panic attack system
consisting of a belt clip with a transmitter worn by
supervisors in the play yard shall also be provided. The
transmitter will link through a receiver into the schools
intruder alarm system.

2.5.2.8 EXTERIOR SELF-ACTUATING BELL /STROBE LIGHT

One only exterior self-actuating bell complete with strobe
light shall be fitted to and including the external bell
boxes. If the system is activated, this will continue to flash
until reset by the key holder, it should also have be fitted
with anti-tamper device and back-up battery, Twin
Sounder IP55 Bell Box.
Six core cable of approved type shall be installed

between the control panel and external alarm bell. This
cable shall not be exposed on the external elevation.
2.5.2.9 CONTROL EQUIPMENT

16 Zone Expandable Control Panel suitable to meet the
zone requirements as indicated on the enquiry shall be
provided. It shall come complete with remote key pad,
microprocessor to Irish Standards 199 (1987) will be fitted
to include the following:
(i) Automatic Bell cut-off timer (10 - 90 minutes).
(ii) Automatic re-set of unit. After cut-off, the control

to panel re-arms itself, thus ensuring that property
is protected against further attack.
(iii) Memory with digital and L.E.D. readout to instruct

the customer that the alarm had been activated in
his absence and giving precise details of the area
of activation.
(iv) A separate twenty-four loop for each circuit. This

means that any person physically interfering with
any part of the system will activate the alarm
system whether it is turned on or off. The affected
would be immediately registered on the control
panel.
(v) Separate entry and exit timers allowing access to

and from the control panel.
(vi) The control panel to conform to Irish Standard 199

(1987).
(vii) The rechargeable batteries for the control panel

power packs should be 7 AH 12V sealed lead acid
type which must be date stamped on installation
and following each duration test.

(viii) Panic button, alert keys and emergency call points

to be included.
(ix) Labelled indications of zone areas
2.5.2.10 DIGITAL COMMUNICATORS

(i) The equipment shall include a computerised digital
communications system which on alert will
automatically alert the Security Service monitoring
station. The data transmitted shall include date
and time and the precise location in the building at
which the alert originated.
(ii) The rechargeable batteries for the digital

communicator power packs should be standard 7
AH sealed lead acid type which must be date
stamped on installation and following each
duration test.
2.5.2.11 EXTERNAL LIGHTING

The activation of the intruder alarm system shall also
activate the external lighting system during hours of
darkness. The Electrical Contractor shall ensure the
above is carried out satisfactorily.
2.5.2.12 TESTING AND COMMISSIONING

The contractor shall include for all commissioning
associated with the completed installation in accordance
with the appropriate standards and the manufactures
instructions.
The Contractor shall quote under separate cover for the

following:
(a) KEY HOLDING FACILITY

The contractor shall include as a separate item the
annual charge for using the security firm as key
holder.
(b) ANNUAL MONITORING BY CONTROL

STATIONS
The contractor shall include as a separate item,
the annual charge for central station monitoring.
(c) ROUTINE MAINTENANCE COSTS - AFTER

FIRST YEAR.
The contractor shall include as a separate item the
annual charge for routine maintenance after the
first year of the complete installation.

All maintenance due in the first year of the

complete installation shall be deemed to be
included in the warranty and in the tender price
N.B. The amount for items (a), (b), and (c) above
must not form part of the tender value. They are to
be shown separately.
2.5.3 OTHER PROTECTION SERVICES
2.5.3.1 C.C.T.V.
This CCTV system shall provide security monitoring of

the building and the site for the purposes of identifying
perpetrators of malicious acts and ultimately deterring the
perpetration of same. The system shall be controlled from
the Administration Office.
This Contract includes for the complete Closed Circuit

Television Installation, c/w all associated wiring etc. as
follows:
The system shall include all control panels, wiring,

cameras, monitors and recorders as necessary.
The specialist shall include for all commissioning

associated with the completed installation.
All cabling shall be in Cat 6A.
All external equipment shall be to IP.65.
2.5.3.2 SYSTEM OF WIRING FOR SOCKETS & FIXED

OUTLETS
The wiring for the sockets and fixed outlets shall be

carried in 600 / 1000 V PVC Cable size of not less than 4
mm sq. 3 core enclosed in steel conduit and trunking.
2.5.3.3 FIXED OUTLETS
Fixed outlets shall be positioned where appropriate (not

more than 1 m from the equipment serviced) and shall be
16A duty unswitched, wired from an adjacent electrical
board. Final connection to items of equipment shall be
carried out in 2.5 sq. 3 core flexible cable, heat resistant
type.

2.5.3.4 SOCKET OUTLETS
Socket outlets shall be positioned as indicated on the

enquiry drawings and shall be 13A duty switched with
neon light. These to be wired from an adjacent electrical
board.
Cameras:
The System shall consist of the following:
Each Dome Camera shall be 3 megapixel with a

Varifocal Auto Iris.
Each External Camera shall be 3 megapixel to

monitor the approach to the school building.
Cameras to be colour by day, black and white by

night c/w a varifocal auto iris lens. The cameras
shall have back light compensation facilities and
auto iris level control. External cameras are to be
Bullet type with infra red.
2.5.3.5 WIRING
Wiring shall comprise of Cat 6A insulated PVC sheath.

Where cabling is run on the surface, this shall be carried
out in a neat and inconspicuous manner, adequately fixed
in steel trunking. All external wiring to be installed in
vandal proof enclosures, steel conduiting etc.
2.5.3.6 MONITORS (3 no. required)
Each monitor shall be 19" HDMI Flat Screen Monitor,

high resolution colour.
2.5.3.7 NETWORK VIDEO RECORDER
The network video recorder shall be 45-channel with

suitable amount of terabytes to ensure that 31 days of
images is storeable.
2.5.3.8 CABLE DISTANCE
The max length of cable from Network Video Recorder

(NVR) to POE Switch or Camera shall be no greater than
85m.

2.5.3.9 TESTING AND COMMISSIONING
The contractor shall include for all commissioning

associated with the completed installation in accordance
with the appropriate standards and the manufactures
instructions.
.
2.5.4 Door Entry System
The electrical contractor shall allow for an intercom

systems between each main entrance door and each
Administration office. There shall be a hand set complete
with electromagnetic lock door release. The system to be
Legrand or equal to approval. A door release switch and
green break glass emergency unit are to be provided on
the inside of each door.
2.5.5 Door Access Control System
The electrical contractor shall allow for door access

control systemsj throughout the complex as per the
enquiry drawings to include maglocks, door release, fob
units and emergency break units. Each unit to be fully
networked system controlled via PC located in the
administration office.
2.5.6 Emergency Call Unit
The electrical contractor shall allow for the supply and

installation of emergency call units to each disabled
toilets. The units are to consist of pull cord, warning light,
alarm sounder and reset button. Ventilux Disabled Toilet
Alarm Kit C or equal to approval.
2.6.1 Incoming Supply.
A three phase supply is to be provided at the main

distribution board located where indicated on the enquiry
drawings in Block B. Electrical Specialist to allow for all
attendances associated with the provision of an electrical
supply from the new ESB supply.
2.6.2 External Lighting
Allow for the supply and installation of wall mounted

vandal proof external lighting and lighting standards
including appropriate switching, necessary cabling and
trunking.

PROPOSED SCOPE OF WORKS BLOCK B and A
Note : This specification is prepared using the National Standard Building

Elements and Design Cost Control Procedures. All the following references
relate to that document and its contents
2.0 Services (Mainly Electrical)
The extent of the works consist briefly of:
(a) Incoming ESB supplies

(b) A new main switchboard & sub-distribution boards.
(c) Internal and external lighting services.
(d) Sockets and power outlets.
(e) Emergency lighting Services.
(f) Fire Alarm Services.
(g) Telephone Services.
(h) Television Services.
(i) Intruder Alarm & CCTV Services
(j) Computer conduit, trunking & wiring.
(k) Door Access Control and Intercom Services
(l) Boiler House wiring.
(m) Associated wiring with the control of the entire heating, hot water
and solar panel installation.
(n) Testing and Commissioning of the entire installation.
2.1 Electrical Supply and Main Distribution (Element 61)
2.1.1. Utilities Connection
The electrical contractor shall be responsible for the co-

ordination of supply and installation of the incoming electrical
supply from the main switch room in Block B.
All capital contribution requirements shall not form part of

this contract, however all attendances required with the
utility companies are to be included.
Main and Sub distribution boards shall be erected as indicated

on the enquiry drawings and as per attached schematic diagram
and fed via new underground supply from electrical switch at
Block B. They shall consist of a sheet steel enclosure to
minimum IP41 standard, which shall enclose all the necessary
switchgear and components. Switchgear components shall
consist of switchfuses, M.C.B.'s, E.L.C.B.'s etc. suitable for 'DIN'
rail mounting. Switchgear shall conform to E.T.C.I.
requirements for Custom Built Assemblies, and shall be supplied
to the site pre-assembled by the manufacturer or supplier.
Switchgear shall be Siemens, Brown Boveri, or equivalent.

2.1.2. Central Earthing.
2.1.2.1 The Contractor shall note that the:
(i) The main water service, incoming fuel oil

lines,all other piped services and ducting
including metal conduits and trunking, all
plumbing services and all exposed
structural steelwork are be effectively
segregated or earth bonded which shall
comply with the requirements of the E.T.C.I.
'NATIONAL RULES FOR ELECTRICAL
INSTALLATIONS and ESB regulations.
(ii) Earthing connectors to pipes etc are to be

done in a neat manner and are to be
aesthetically acceptable, preferably in an
area where student access is
restricted/limited.
(iii) The Contractor shall include for connecting

copper cable from the main earthing

terminal to each earth electrode.
(iv) The Contractor shall include for connecting

copper cable to any exposed structural
steelwork.
(v) The Contractor shall include for connecting

a 25sq. mm pvc/pvc earthing copper cable
from the main earthing terminal to the piped
service installation.
2.1.4 Central and Local Switchgear
2.1.4.1 Main Distribution Board
(i) Allow for the installing a Fire Mans switch

control in the main lobby area.
(iv) The Main Distribution Board shall conform

to E.T.C.I. requirements for Custom Built
Assemblies, and shall be supplied to the
site pre-assembled by the manufacture or
supplier.

(v) The new main board shall be erected as

indicated on the drawing and as per
attached schematic diagram. It shall
consist of a sheet steel enclosed to
minimum IP41 standard, which shall
enclose all the necessary switchgear and
components. Switchgear components shall
consist of switchfuses, M.C.B.'s, E.L.C.B.'s
etc. suitable for 'DIN' rail mounting.
(iv) Switchgear shall conform to E.T.C.I.

requirements for Custom Built Assemblies,
and shall be supplied to the site pre-
assembled by the manufacture or supplier.
(v) Switchgear shall be Siemens, Brown

Boveri, or equivalent.
(vi) All fuse units shall be fitted with gauge rings

and two spare fuses shall be provided for
each fuse size fitted. The Contractor shall
leave the necessary tails for the E.S.B.
meters and include for the necessary
cabinets and trunking at the main
distribution board. The fuse boards and
M.C.B. boards shall be properly labelled
showing the circuits and rooms severed in
each case.
Tests
(vii) The Contractor shall perform tests on the

switchboard when it is substantially
complete. The insulation resistance of the
switchboard shall be checked with the
feeder circuits isolated. The resistance
shall be one meghom minimum. The
Contractor shall perform one mechanical
operational test on all switches and
isolators. Final acceptance tests shall be
witnessed by the Consulting Engineers.
Earthing
(viii) The main switchboard shall be provided

with an earth bar. This earth bar shall be
attached to the main earth electrode in
accordance with the clause on earthing in
the ETCI and ESB regulations.

(x) The contractor shall ensure that during the

progress of the works the works the MDB is
to be fully protected against the ingress of
dust or moisture and that all live parts are
adequately protected against inadvertent
contact by unauthorised persons.
2.1.4. Surge Protection Equipment.
2.1.4.1 Surge Protection Equipment to be provided at

main Distribution board. Surge Projection unit 3
phase 400V Class C to be provided.
2.1.6 Distribution Cabling.
2.1.5.1 Cables Associated with Main Distribution Board
(ii) The conductors in the conduits shall be

P.V.C. cables to the Irish Standard 201 and
204 (I.M.E.C.) as issued by the
I.I.R.S./Eolas and shall be of approved
manufactured Cable sizes are to be in strict
accordance with the schedule attached with
a minimum of 1.5 sw. mm. and conduit
capacities as set out in Appendix 12 of the
I.E.E. Regulations recent Edition are not to
be exceeded. There shall be no joints in
conductors between terminal points of any
run. In accordance with the E.T.C.I.'s
National Rules for Electrical Installations,
Third Edition, ET10-2000 Clause 5.1.4.32.
the following shall be observed.
The new European harmonised core colour

code for multi-core cables will be mandatory
in new electrical installations certified on
and from 1st April 2006.
The new three-phase core colours are

brown, black and grey, with blue for neutral
and green / yellow for the earth / protective
conductor.
(ii) A permanent notice shall be fixed by the

Contractor at the meter or main fuse
position stating that the core colour of the
neutral is BLUE where the installation has
been done in the new (alternative) colour
scheme.

(iii) Lighting flexible cords shall be of not less

than 24/.02 mm Butyl Rubber insulated to
BS4180. The flexible cords shall be
coloured cream or white. Cable sizes are to
be indicated on the plan as shown below:-
Lighting final circuits 2.5 sq. mm. P.V.C.

Socket outlet final circuits 4.0 sq. mm. P.V.C.
Under sink water heater 4.0 sq. mm. P.V.C.
Boiler house Circuit 4.0 sq. mm. P.V.C.
Water Boiler Circuit 6.0 sq. mm. P.V.C.
Steel Wire Armoured Cables
(iv) S.W.A cables are to be laid underground and shall

be laid in trenches 750 mm deep. The bottom of
the trenches are to be free from sharp stones. The
cables are to be laid in 300 mm of fine sand and
covered by a further 300 mm of fine sand before
the trenches are closed in. Where cables are run
on the surface walls they are to be secured by
galvanised saddles spaced not less than 300 mm
apart and secured by brass screws.
Anthygron cables up, in or through walls are to be
enclosed in conduit. Anthygron cables surface
mounted on walls below 5 m shall be enclosed in
conduit. There are to be no underground joints on
the cables. Correct type glands are to be used on
the cables.
Conduits
(V) All conduits are to be galvanised welded steel and

shall conform to BSS 31 Class E for heavy gauge
tubing and shall be of a standards manufactured
by ASCM or approved equivalent standard. No
tubing less than 16 mm outside diameter is to be
used and any conduit considered unsatisfactory
by the Architect or Electrical Engineer is to be
removed and replaced without delay. The ends of
every tube length, nipple or fitting are to be
reamed and all threads are to be coated with
aluminium paint after assemble. All box inlets
shall be plugged or capped whilst awaiting further
attachments and all open ends or conduit where
entering distribution boards shall be protected
unlike manner. Inspection fittings shall be
provided at all elbows, normal bends and tees.
Back entry elbows or tees shall be used where
necessary so that all inspection covers are
accessible without disturbing the plaster. All

fittings shall be so installed as to permit rewiring

inspection fittings shall be flush with the plaster
and floor boards over conduit fittings shall be
screwed in position. The conduit is to be
completely erected before any wires are drawn in.
(vi) Bell couplings are to be used where conduit runs

are attached to trunking to ensure proper earth
continuity.
(vii) Surface conduit shall be all cases be run parallel to

the walls and ceilings and shall be fixed by means
of galvanised spacing saddles giving a clearance
of 3 mm and displaced not more than 100 mm
apart. All saddles are to be secured with rawl plugs
or similar except where the surface necessitates
wood plugs. Conduits buried in the plaster shall
be secured by means of galvanised pipe hooks
and where conduits are laid under flooring
supported on joists care must be taken to ensure
that the amount of cutting away required is kept to
a minimum and no joists are to be notched without
the prior consent of the Architect or Electrical
Engineer. Brass round-headed screws are to be
used for fixing conduit boxes.
Break Joint Rings
(viii) Break joint rings are to be used on all conduit

boxes and ceiling roses finished flush with the
plaster.
2.1.5.4 Cabling Associated with Sub-Distribution Boards
As indicated on the enquiry drawings.
2.1.5.5 Cabling Associated with Boiler House Panels in Blocks A

&B
The contractor shall also allow for the wiring of the

following components for boiler house controls both
within the boiler house and through the Complex. All
motorised valves and room thermostats shall be
individually wired back to the boiler house panel. The
supply of same will be by others.
2no. Boiler / Burner

2no. Shunt Pump and Associated Thermostats

Heating Circulation twin pump (2 no.) - (1 no.

heating circuits individually controlled and 1 no. hot
water circuit)
6no. Heating Zones
Twin Pump Booster Packaged set for hot and cold
water services
ACV Calorifier
Hot water secondary return pump
Time clock control 7 day 24 hour
3 port motorised diverting vavles within boiler
house
3 port motorized diverting valves at each manifold
Room Thermostats
Frost Thermostat
Heat Dissipation Thermostat
Holiday switch (to allow for the non-operation of
the heating system and hot water system but to
maintain frost protection)
Remote panel to operate all heating circuits in
each apartment.
The final connections to the accelerator and burner and

stat are to be made with 3 core 3/25 mm butyl rubber
heat resisting flex form a conduit box using approved
type glands. Sufficient slack should be allowed in the
cable where the burner mounting door on the boiler is
hinged so that the door can be opened fully.
The Electrical Contractor shall allow for the wiring of the

remote heating panel to incorporate 2 no. 7 day 24 hour
timeclocks for water hearers.
2.1.5.4 Heating Controls Specification
Scope
To install an MCC/BMS Control panel with motor starting

equipment for the LPHW, HVAC & GP Solar Panel
Heating systems as outlined in Section 2.0
To install Field Control Instrumentation and motorised

control valves associated with the Building Management
System as outlined in Section 3.0.
To describe briefly how the end user shall interface with

the BMS Control parameters.
MCC1 Control Panel
1 No. Form 2 Control panel enclosure

1 No. Door interlocked isolator
Boiler No.1 starter

Boiler No.2 starter

Boiler Shunt Pump DOL Starters

2no. LTHW Duplicate Heating Pumps A/B Duty Standby

Starters
of a pump failure)
Solar Panel Heating System
DHW Secondary Return Pump DOL Starter

Pressurisation Unit
Single Phase Power Supply
System High / Low pressure Fault indication
Booster Set
Field Control Instrumentation

1 No. Immersion Frost Thermostat
1 No. Outside Frost Thermostat
1 No. Outside Temperature Sensor
Boilers Flow and Return Temperature sensors
DHW Flow Temperature Sensor & DHW Return
Temperature Sensor
DHW High limit thermostat
12-port mixing valve (Blocks A & B)
40no. Adjustable room sensors (Blocks A & B)
44no. 2-port Zone Control Valves (Blocks A & B)
Pulse signal from Water meters
Pulse signal from ESB Meter
Pulse signal from Oil Meter

Remote Control Panel Block B
The Heating remote control panel will be located in the

Administration office. The panel will consist of the
following:
1. Heating Zone No. 1 Hand-Off-Auto switch,

Out of Hours boost button and run lamp
3A Towel Rails only
3B Towel Rails and Radiators
4A Towel Rails only
5A Towel Rails only
6A Towel Rails only
7. Calorifier Heating Hand-Off-Auto switch,
8. Boiler Fault indication
9. Heating Pump trip indication
10. Holiday Switch
11. Oil tank level indicator
12. Solar System Operation trip indication
Control Interface
The BMS shall be a high quality, high performance

controls system to be approved by the consulting
engineer with door mounted keypad interface unit. The
weather compensation settings, time schedule settings,
temperature settings can be viewed, logged and
changed from the keypad unit.
Provision should also be made for Web based graphics

so the system can be viewed and altered via the intranet
from any PC.

2.1.6. Distribution Boards
2.1.6.1 Sub-distribution Board
The Sub-Distribution Board (SDB)shall conform to

E.T.C.I. requirements for Custom Built Assemblies, and
shall be supplied to the site pre-assembled by the
manufacture or supplier.
The new SDB shall be erected as indicated on the

drawing and as per enclosed schematic diagram. It shall
consist of a sheet steel enclosure to minimum IP41
standard, which shall enclose all the necessary
switchgear and components, including a customer owned
meter. Switchgear components shall consist of
switchfuses, M.C.B.'s, E.L.C.B.'s etc. suitable for 'DIN' rail
mounting.
Switchgear shall conform to E.T.C.I. requirements for

Custom Built Assemblies, and shall be supplied to the
site pre-assembled by the manufacture or supplier.
All fuse units shall be fitted with gauge rings and two
spare fuses shall be provided for each fuse size fitted.
The fuseboards and M.C.B. boards shall be properly
labelled showing the circuits and rooms severed in each
case.
Tests
The Contractor shall perform tests on the SDB when it is

substantially complete. The insulation resistance of the
SDB shall be checked with the feeder circuits isolated.
The resistance shall be one meghom minimum.
The Contractor shall perform one mechanical operational

test on all switches and isolators. Final acceptance tests
shall be witnessed by the Consulting Engineers.
Earthing
The following SDBs shall be provided with an earth bar.

This earth bar shall be attached to the main earth
electrode in accordance with the clause on earthing in the
ETCI and ESB regulations.

2.1.6.3 Sub-distribution Boards as indicated on the enquiry

drawings.
2.2.1 General Power Outlets
Twin switched socket outlets are to be provided

throughout the building to BS 1363 Part 2 1995. The
socket outlets shall be either surface mounted or flush
mounted as detailed on the enquiry drawings.
Flush mounted:
box, 3-pin child resistant shutter system, white plastic
high-grade thermoset material finish with inherent
antimicrobial property, for wall or Dado trunking.
Surface mounted:
box, 3-pin child resistant shutter system, high impact
resistant, metallic powder paint finish, scratch and
corrosion resistant.
Under no circumstances are sockets to be installed in

presses, under worktops or behind radiators. The
Contractor should check the exact location of these prior
to installing conduit etc.
2.2.2 Fixed Fused power outlet
The General Fused spur outlets are to be provided for

water boiler, extraction fans, fire alarm panel, intruder
alarm panel etc. These are to be suitably rated and
switched with a neon indicator and suitably located. All
outlets shall be to BS EN 60669-1:2000.
Flush mounted:
inherent antimicrobial property.
Surface mounted:
and corrosion resistant.

Cooker outlets
A 45A Cooker outlet is to be provided the cooker in the
Staff Room It shall be suitably rated and switched with a
neon indicator and suitably located. To BS EN 60669-
1:2000, c/w neon indicator, back box, white plastic high-
grade thermoset material finish with inherent antimicrobial
property, marked cooker.
Wall mounted fixed fused outlet suitable for external use,

shall be 13A IP66 range or equivalent reference.
Fitted externally as shown for CCTV
2.2.3 Supplies to Specialist Equipment
The contractor shall allow for the supply and installation

of all electrical power supplies to all specialist equipment
as detailed on the enquiry drawings.
2.2.4 Mechanical Plant & Control Wiring
The connections to mechanical plant shall consist of

supplies to all mechanical services being installed under
this contract which operate at 230V or 400V, as well as
low voltage for control cabling.
The wiring in connection with mechanical services shall

be in accordance with the system drawings.
2.2.5 Special Purpose Power Outlets (Computer

Installation)
The areas as set out on the drawings are to be provided

with power and data services for the installation of
computer work stations.
Data Points
RJ45 Cat 6A one module screened datacom outlet c/w
white plastic finish suitable for dado type trunking
mounting
Front-plate
1 gang twin, two-module datacom front plate c/w
mounting box
Trunking shall be 3-compartment non-conductive dado

type trunking without busbars to BS EN50085-1:2005 and
BS4662:2006 size 210mm(H) x 60mm (D) fixed both
horizontally and vertically to meet requirements and
should be complete with white plastic finish, CAT 6A
compliant data sweep, moulded flexible internal and

external corners, single piece covers, couplers, endcaps,

etc fixing to wall should be in accordance with
manufactures instructions.
All data points shall be individually wired back to a central

Main Distribution Facility patch panel located in the DCC
Room, and IDF Unit in Cat 6A cabling.
The Contractor shall allow for the connection of the

Intermediate Distribution Facility to the Main Distribution
Facility by Fiber Optic cable. Fibre Optic cable shall be
High Qrade Multi-Mode type 50/125.
The Main & Intermediate Distribution patch panels shall

be supplied and installed by the electrical contractor and
shall be housed individually in floor standing comms.
cabinets for rack mounting of equipment. Allowance shall
be made in the Comms cabinet for the mounting of other
comms equipment including modems, DVR units etc.
2.2.6 Supplies to Services

The wiring for the sockets shall be carried out in

Surface conduit shall be all cases be run parallel to the

walls and ceilings and shall be fixed by means of
galvanised spacing saddles giving a clearance of 3 mm
and displaced not more than 100 mm apart. All saddles
are to be secured with rawl plugs or similar except where
the surface necessitates wood plugs. Conduits buried in
the plaster shall be secured by means of galvanised pipe
hooks and where conduits are laid under flooring
supported on joists care must be taken to ensure that the
amount of cutting away required is kept to a minimum
and no joists are to be notched without the prior consent
of the Architect or Electrical Engineer. Brass round-
headed screws are to be used for fixing conduit boxes.
Break Joint Rings

Break joint rings are to be used on all conduit boxes and

ceiling roses finished flush with the plaster.
2.2.7 Supplies to Equipment
Fixed outlets shall be positioned as indicated on the

enquiry drawings and shall be 20A duty switched
complete with neon light of metal clad range or
equivalent. Final connections to items of equipment shall
be carried out in 2.5 sq. 3core flexible cable heat resistant
type.
2.3 FIRE DETECTION INSTALLATIONS
A full addressable fire alarm system is required in Blocks A and B to a

similar specification to that previously outlined in Block D.
Earthing
All metal clad fuse boards, switchgear and fittings, socket

outlets, control switches and appliances shall be earthed and
neutralised to comply with the most recent National Rules for
Electrical Installations, published by the Electro Technical
Council of Ireland. Where the E.C.C. of twin and earth
PVC/PVC cable is exposed within a box it shall be covered by a
green PVC sleeve. The earth terminal of the metal box shall be
connected to socket outlet earth terminal using 1.5 sq.mm
E.C.C.
The bath / shower shall be earthed with a separate lead and all
extraneous metalwork in the bathroom including hot, cold, waste
pipes, shower hot and cold feed pipes and the outlet pipe of the
mixer valve, central heating pipes and radiators (using a
purpose made connector) shall be bonded to it by means of a
looped cable.
Under no circumstances is the bath to be covered in or the

shower pipework covered without the earthing / bonding been
first inspected by the Engineer.
All electrical work in the bathroom or its environs shall comply
with the National rules for Electrical installation.
All metallic pipes in the linen (hot) press shall also be bonded
together. The kitchen sink shall be earthed with a 2.5 sq.mm
earth continuity conductor, connected to the earth terminal of the
most adjacent socket outlet, and all metallic hot, cold and waste
pipes shall be bonded thereto. Main bonding leads of 10 sq.mm
shall be connected to the metallic water service pipes and to the
central heating pipes in the hot press and to the gas service at

the toiler position. These connections shall be made using

manufactured clamps labeled SAFETY ELECTRICAL EARTH
DO NOT REMOVE. All metalwork, even new copper piping,
shall be thoroughly cleaned and scraped before the bonding
clamp is fitted to ensure a good electrical contact.
The earth bar of the consumer unit shall be used in place of a

separate external neutral block. It shall be fitted with two double
screw terminals to accept the incoming 10 sq. mm main earth
lead and the 10 sq. mm neutralizing lead to the approval of the
Engineer.
A separate 1.5 sq.mm earth continuity conductor shall be

brought to the light in the kitchen and looped on to all lighting
points, including the switch boxes, of the downstairs lighting
circuit. It shall be terminated in each case on one terminal of a
tree plate flange holder. Similarly a separate 1.5 sq. mm earth
continuity conductor shall be looped to each of the lighting
points, including the switch boxes, on the upstairs lighting circuit.
The main earth lead shall run from the earth electrode which
shall be galvanised earth rod not less that 16 mm in diameter,
1.4 m long, sunk vertically for its whole length outside the front
wall of the house. It shall be noted that the earth rod shall be
not less than 1.4 m long. The connection to the earth electrode
shall be made by means of a nonferrous clamp protected by an
approved water repellent tape and enclose d in a flush mounted
galvanized adaptable box measuring 100 mm X 100 mm X 50
mm minimum. The earth lead shall be protected by a 20 mm
Hydrodre tubing or equal to the approval of the Engineer
throughout its length. The tubing shall be securely fixed to the
box protecting the earth clamp by means of a fitting and locknut.
The top of the box shall finish flush with the finished ground
surface and the lid shall be securely fastened with screws. The
main earth shall not be installed in the tubing until the box has
been set in the concrete and the concrete hardened. Earth rods
of adjoining dwellings shall not be driven closer than 3 m to each
other.
Connections of bonding leads to pipes and of the earthing lead

to the earth rod shall be made by means of approved clamps.
All earthing clamps shall be of an approved non-ferrous design
having a separate terminal for the cable. Pipes must be
thoroughly scraped and cleaned before a clamp is fitted.
Consumer Unit
The consumer unit assembly and installation shall comply with

IS/EN 60439-3 and with the code of practice ET208 : 2000 as

published by ETCI. The contractor shall submit a copy of the

certificate of compliance to the Engineer.
At the distribution position, all circuits shall be terminated in a

new consumer unit complete with front lid / door with the
required circuit capacity. The consumer unit shall be related at
63 Amp. single phase and shall incorporate the following:
A 63A single pole isolating switch.
A 63A NEOZED pattern main fuse unit shall be located

electrically between the incoming main supply and the
busbars of the unit.
A 63A two pole differential current operated balanced

core type earth leakage circuit breaker (RCD) of 30mA
tripping sensitivity.
Spare spaces to allow for additional MCBs.
Each outgoing circuit shall be protected by a miniature circuit

breaker (MCB) having B or C tripping characteristics and a short
circuit rupturing capacity of 3 kA in accordance with VDE 0641.
The outgoing circuits are listed elsewhere.
The unit shall be in fire retardant plastic or a metal enclosure

and shall either be closed at the back or a purpose designed
backplate shall be supplied. Unused spaces on the front of the
enclosure shall be securely blanked off. Separate neutral bars
shall be provided for the circuits independent of the RCD and for
those controlled by it.
The main neutral bar shall have two double screw clamps
cables shall be lugged so that both screws bear on the
conductor simultaneously. Each double screw clamps shall be
capable of terminating a standard 16 sq. mm cable and lug. The
neutral bars shall have a separate way available for each
outgoing circuit including possible future circuits, up to the
maximum capacity of the unit. Each neutral bar shall have a
minimum number of ways to accommodate the following
stranded copper cables and lugs; 2 no. 16 sq. mm and 10 no.
2.5 sq. mm.
An earth bar shall be provided having two double screw

terminals of the type described above for the main neutral bar.
The earth bar shall also have an appropriate number of ways
available for the connection of outgoing circuit protective
conductors and the bonding leads. The earth shall have a
minimum number of ways to accommodate the following
standard copper cables and lugs; 4 no. 10 sq. mm and 10 no.

2.5 sq. mm. The earth and neutral bars shall be at the top of the
board.
All internal cable connections within the unit shall be made in

correctly colour coded insulated flexible cable having crimped
lugs at each end. All parts of the phase and neutral conductors
within the unit shall be adequately insulated from each other and
from the general mass of the earth. All fuses, switches and
MCBs within the unit shall be mounted on DIN rail. The unit as
a whole and its components shall comply with the requirements
of the ESB and with the National Rules for Electrical
Installations published by E.T.C.I.
In the case of apartments the fuse unit shall have a 50A fuse,
gauge ring and be complete with fuse cap. In the case of
houses the fuse unit shall have a 63A fuse and be complete with
fuse cap.
Circuit Arrangement
The following outgoing circuits shall be independent of the RCD:
No. Circuit Rating (Amps)

1 Lighting Circuit 1 6A
2 Lighting Circuit 2 6A
3 Cooker Circuit 32A
4 Gas Boiler 6A (where required)
The following outgoing circuits shall be controlled of the RCD:
No. Circuit Rating (Amps)

5 Kitchen Socket Circuit 1 20A
6 Kitchen Socket Circuit 2 20A
7 Radial Socket Circuit 1 20A (where required)
8 Radial Socket Circuit 2 20A (where required)
9 Immersion Circuit 20A
10 Ring Main Circuit 32A (if installed)
Light Switches
Light switches shall be flush type rocker arm 5A switches to B.S.

1299. Switches shall be fitted 110 mm from floor level and shall
be secured with chrome plated cup head screws. They shall
comply with B.S. and have their compliance verified by ASTA.
Lampholders N/A
Pendant lampholders shall be white cordgrip type with solid

plungers. Batten holders shall be white Bakelite type.
Lampholders in toilets and porches shall have a deep white
insulted shield. They shall comply with B.S. and have their
compliance verified by ASTA.

Where a batten holder is used as a porch light, it shall be

mounted on a ring, which finishes flush with the finished plaster,
and be securely fixed to wood grounds. The expanded metal
shall be cut so no part of it lies inside the ring between the
grounds and the lampholder.
All lamphodlers shall be rated to the T2 temperature rating.
Ceiling Roses N/A
Ceiling roses shall be in white Bakelite of the three plate pattern.

They shall be securely mounted to wooden grounds above and
be of the requisite depth to finish flush with the finished ceiling.
The ceiling rose shall be wired in such a way to ensure that
none of its terminals remain live when the light is off. They
shall comply with B.S. 67 and have their compliance verified by
ASTA.
Door Access Control System
The electrical contractor shall allow for door access control

systems as per the enquiry drawings to include maglocks, door
release, fob units and emergency break units. Each unit to be
fully networked system controlled via PC located in the
administration office.
2.4.1 Incoming Supply.
A three phase supply is to be provided at the main

distribution board located where indicated on the enquiry
drawings. Electrical Specialist to allow for all attendances
associated with the provision of an electrical supply from
the existing energy supply cabinet.
2.4.2 External Lighting
Allow for the supply and installation of wall mounted

vandal proof external lighting and lighting standards
including appropriate switching, necessary cabling and
trunking. Refer to enquiry drawings.

SECTION 3 GENERAL SPECIFICATION
The successful Electrical Contractor must ensure that all work

undertaken and executed in this contract shall comply with all
relevant statutory instruments and regulations current at the
date of tender, and in particular the following:-
(a) National Rules for Electrical Installations,

ET101/1991 as issued by the Electro Technical
Council of Ireland (ETCI) (latest edition including
Amendments).
(b) Code of Practice for the Design, Selection and

Erection of Low Voltage Switchgear Assemblies as
issued by the ETCI (latest edition including
Amendments).
(c) Irish Standard Specifications.
(d) Factories (Electricity) Regulations 1972(including

Amendments).
(e) All relevant Acts of the Oireachtas.
(f) Local Authority Requirements.
(g) Regulations for Electrical Installations as issued by

the Institution of Electrical Engineers (latest edition
including Amendments).
(h) British Standard Codes of Practice.
(i) SI no. 138 of 1995 Codes of Safety, Health and

Welfare at Work (Construction Regulations 1995)
All materials, plant, equipment and accessories supplied shall

conform with one or all of the following Specifications as
appropriate: -
(a) Irish Standards Specification.
(b) British Standards Specification.
(c) I.E.. Publications.
(d) V.D.E. Specifications.

Introduction
While the detailed project requirements are described within the

general technical specification and drawings, the particular
specification provides a description of the services installation
and draws attention to particular elements of importance.
Where a contradiction exists between any of the tender

documents, this should be addressed to the Employers
Representative during the tender period for clarification. If a
contradiction is not identified during the tender process then it
shall be at the discretion of the Employers Representative to
identify which document takes precedence.
Access
Where access may be required to any element of the services

installation for maintenance proposes, the Electrical Services
Specialist shall provide details to the Contractor and the
Employers Representative in the form of a marked up drawing
prior to the installation of the services. The Electrical Services
Specialist shall also inspect the electrical installation prior to the
concealment of services to determine if any access points will
be required where not previously identified.
The Electrical Services Specialist shall co-ordinate with the

Mechanical Services Specialist to minimise duplication of
access requirements.
In the event that an access requirement is not identified to the

Employers Representative prior to the installation of the
Electrical services, and the Employers Representative deems
that the location of any services elements that require access
are not in an appropriate location for visual or practical reasons,
then the services element shall be re-located by the Electrical
Services Specialist without charge to the contract.
Sample Installations
Distribution Route
Before any internal services are installed, the Electrical Services

Specialist shall install a sample section of the main distribution
route with a length of 3 meters. This section shall include the
following:
Electrical services trunking and tray

Any electrical items to be fitted to services trunking and
tray (e.g sensors, detectors, etc.).

by Mechanical Services Specialist
Sections of each type of water pipework to be used on

the project.
Pipework brackets with appropriate insulation / pipework
protection details.
Drop rods to be trimmed and capped.
Pipework insulation
Pipework labelling, all pipes (neat, inline, clear)
Typical joint detail for each type of pipe
Pipework paint protection
3.1 MATERIALS
3.1.1 All materials used in the Contract and all of the work done
shall be fully in accordance with the qualities and
tolerances and all other requirements of the relevant
Standards and Codes Practice.
3.1.2 The Contractor shall submit lists of alternative materials

for approval at or shortly after the time of tender but he
must allow in his tender for the inclusion of the specified
materials and materials from nominated manufacturers.
3.2 PLANT
3.2.1 The Contractor shall provide for the delivery and erection
of the plant on site except where otherwise specified
together with all labour, tools, erection materials,
scaffolding and instruments and all other apparatus
necessary for the completion of the Contract.
3.3 STORAGE
3.3.1 All goods which are normally stored in the open shall be
adequately protected from the weather and from all other
damage. Materials which are not adequately protected
shall be removed from site on receipt of instruction from
the Consultants and replaced by new materials, all at the
Contractor's expense.
3.3.2 The Contractor shall provide storage and working areas

necessary for the smooth continuity of the works.
Materials are not to be stored and preparatory work is not
to be carried out within the building, without the express
agreement of the Consultants.
3.4 SETTING OUT
3.4.1 The contractor shall set out the whole of the work and be

responsible for the correct positioning of all equipment,

bases, plinths and for any other builder's work which is
necessary for the electrical contract. The exact courses
of all cables, conduits etc. and other items of equipment
shall be approved by the Consultant before erection. The
Contractor will be liable for making good any work
incorrectly carried out by him or by others due to an error
on his part.
3.5 BUILDING PROTECTION
3.5.1 The Contractor shall be liable to make good any damage

which he causes to the building structure or the finishes
there of, to the satisfaction of Architect, Engineer and
shall remove all rubbish, plant and unused material from
the site on completion.
3.6 CABLING GENRALLY
3.6.1 Voltage Bands
Voltage bands to be considered for the purposes of this

Specification are as follows: -
a) Band 1 "Extra Low Voltage"

Not greater than 50V A.C. between phases
or between phase and earth.
b) Band 2 "Low Voltage"

Not greater than 600V A.C. between phase
and earth and 1000V between phases.
3.6.2 Segregation of Circuits
3.6.2.1 There are three categories of circuits for the

purposes of this Specification, namely: -
a) Category 1: Low voltage circuits, other

than fire alarm.
b) Category 2: Extra low voltage circuits,

other than Fire Alarm Circuits
c) Category 3: Fire Alarm Circuits
3.6.2.2 There are four possible arrangements for

segregation: -
(a) Segregation by multi-compartment trunking,

fire-resistant, for Category 3.

(b) Segregation by separate conduit/trunking

for all three categories.
(c) All three categories in same enclosure

provided that: -
(i) Categories 1 and 2 are insulated to

the same voltage level.
(ii) Category 3 cables are mineral

insulated type.
(d) Categories 1 and 2 cables in same

enclosure provided that they are insulated
at the same voltage level.
e) Category 3 cables in separate enclosure.
3.7 Switchgear Assemblies and Enclosures
3.7.1 General
3.7.1.1 Low voltage switchgear assemblies shall be

either factory built assemblies (FBA) or
custom built assemblies (CBA) as defined
below. They shall conform with IEC 439
and ETCI Code of Practice for FBAs.
3.7.2 Factory Built Assemblies
3.7.2.1 An assembly constructed in compliance

with a manufacturer's recognised type of
system which has been type tested by a
certifying authority in accordance with IEC
439.
3.7.3 Custom Built Assemblies
3.7.3.1 An assembly generally complying with IEC

439 but not type tested. Where CBAs are
used the Contractor shall complete and
submit to the Engineer a test certificate for
the CBA.
3.7.4 Main Incoming Protective Device
3.7.4.1 Where the switchgear assembly is

connected directly to the ESB supply the

main incoming protective device should

consist of: -
(a) A current limiting switch/fuse having

a prospective short circuit current of
40kA at 0.2 power factor.
(b) A circuit breaker having a rated short

circuit current of 40kA at 0.2 P.F.
with a short circuit performance
category P2 in Accordance with IEC
157.1.
(c) The construction of such circuit

beakers shall be such that the
operating mechanism and contacts
can be readily inspected.
3.7.5 Discrimination
3.7.5.1 Fuses and circuit breakers in series in a

switchgear assembly shall discriminate fully
against each other in the event of a fault.
3.7.5.2 The 'let-through' energy of the lower rated

protective shall be less than the 're-arcing'
energy of the higher rated protective device
in all instances.
3.7.5.3 The Contractor shall be responsible for

ensuring that the installed switchgear
assembly affords discrimination throughout.
3.7.6 Back-Up Protection
3.7.6.1 Back-up protection shall be afforded to

protective devices (e.g. over-loads MCBs)
which cannot safely break the maximum
prospective short circuit assembly.
3.7.6.2 Protection shall generally be by high

breaking capacity current limiting fuses.
3.7.7 Air Circuit Breakers
3.7.7.1 Air circuit breakers shall comply with the

requirements of IEC 157-1 and/or B.S. 4752
and VDE 0660.

3.7.7.2 They shall be totally enclosed in galvanised

sheet steel and shall have an interlocking
device on the door to prevent it being
opened while the ACB is in the 'ON'
position.
3.7.7.3 Each ACB shall have adjustable overcurrent

and under voltage releases. Breaker
contacts shall be silver and arc resisting
alloy tipped and shall be encased in
deionization arc shutes.
3.7.7.4 Each ACB shall have a short circuit

breaking capacity of 25mVA for 1 second
unless otherwise specified.
3.7.8 Moulded Case Circuit Breakers
3.7.8.1 MCCBs shall comply with the requirements

of IEC 157-1 and/or BS 4752 and VDE
0660.
3.7.8.2 They shall be multi-pole of the quick make

and break pattern and shall have integral
fixed over current and magnetic release
unless otherwise specified. The operating
mechanism shall be a trip free, toggle
mechanism and visible on/off and trip
indication.
3.7.8.3 MCCBs shall be enclosed in a galvanised

sheet steel or all insulated enclosure as
specified elsewhere.
3.7.9 Fuse Links
3.7.9.1 Fuses shall comply with the following

standards as appropriate:-
(i) VDE 0635 Diazed fuses
(ii) VDE 0636 Low voltage fuses

Diazed and knife type.
(iii) BS 88 Cartridge fuses.
(iv) BS 1361 Cartridge fuses

Domestic type

(v) IEC Publication 269 Low voltage

fuses
3.7.9.2 Diazed fuses shall be complete with screw

cap, gauge ring, protection cover and fuse
base. Fuses and gauge rings shall be
colour coded as follows:-
Current Rating Colour Code
2 Pink
4 Brown
6 Green
10 Red
16 Grey
20 Blue
25 Yellow
3.7.9.3 Diazed fuses shall be used up to 25 amp

rating only for general application and shall
be used up to 16A rating slow acting type
for motive power circuits.
3.7.9.4 High rupturing capacity fuses shall be used

for all other applications (e.g. main switch
/fuse units, back-up protection, motive
power, etc. and shall be complete with
correctly sized fuse bases.
3.7.9.5 Fuse links for use in LV switchgear

assemblies shall conform only one of the
above standards. Mixed fuse links of
various standards shall not be allowed.
3.7.9.6 Unless otherwise specified, the provision of

3 No. spare fuse links of each rating in the
installation are to be allowed for, together
with an NH fuse handle, gauge ring tool,
etc. as appropriate. These are to be
accommodated in a spare compartment of
the main switchboard.
3.7.10 Miniature Circuit Breakers (MCB's):
3.7.10.1 MCBs shall comply with the B.S. 3871-Part

1 or VDE 0691 as appropriate.
3.7.10.2 MCBs shall incorporate both thermal

overload protection by means of bi-metallic

strips and short circuit protection by means

of electro-magnetic solenoid.
3.7.10.3 MCBs shall have a trip free operating

mechanism with visual on/off indication.
Contacts shall be of the silver tungsten or
silver graphite material complete with a
deionising arching chamber and the whole
enclosed in a moulded case, suitable for
DIN rail fixing, or screw mounting as
appropriate.
3.7.11 Residual Current Devices (RCD's)
3.7.11.1 Unless otherwise specified RCD's shall be

of the residual current operating type and
comply with B.S. 4293 or VDE 0664 as
appropriate. Voltage operated ELCBs shall
comply with B.S. 842.
3.7.11.2 RCD's shall incorporate a toroidal

transformer for sensing earth leakage, a
magnetically operated tripping mechanism,
silver tipped contacts, a test facility and the
whole enclosed in a non-tracking moulded
case suitable for DIN rail fixing or separately
mounted in an enclosure.
3.7.11.3 RCD's shall also have a trip free operating

mechanism with visual on/off indication.
3.7.11.4 Unless otherwise specified ELCBs shall be

designed to trip to currents of 30 milli amps,
in two pole or four pole versions as
required.
3.7.11.5 Switches shall be fault make load break

with quick acting make and break contacts.
All switches shall have a utilisation category
switches AC23 The operating handle shall
have a facility for padlocking in the off
position and shall be visibly labelled On/Off.
3.7.12 Air-break Switches
3.7.12.1 Air-break switch shall be of the MEM range

or equal and approved for normal
application. Where the switch may be
subject to dampness or corrosion it shall be
an all insulated type to IP55 in accordance

with IEC 144. type Brown Boveri Rotary

Cam switch or equal and approved.
3.7.13 Conductors
3.7.13.1 Conductors shall comply with B.S. 5425,

VDE 0660 and/or IEC 158-1, as
appropriate.
3.7.13.2 Unless otherwise specified all contractors

shall have a utilisation category AC3.They
shall be suitable for operation on 220V A.C.
and shall incorporate 3 or 4 pole silver
tipped contacts which are removable for
inspection, be suitable for adding on
auxiliary contacts, have cable terminal
screws with captive cable clamps, and the
whole housed in a non-tracking enclosure
suitable for DIN rail or screw fixing as
appropriate.
3.7.13.3 The conductors shall be full time rated, shall

not overheat and be free from magnetic
hum or chatter during operation.
3.7.14 Overload Relays
3.7.14.1 Overload relays shall comply with 85 4941,

Part 1, VDE 0660 and/or IEC 292-1 as
appropriate.
3.7.14.2 They shall be compatible with contactors in

starters. They shall incorporate adjustable
thermal elements for normal operation but
where heavy starting currents are
concerned saturable core current
transformer protection is required.
Overload relays shall incorporate a
stop/reset button which when pressed will
reset a tripped overload and open circuit the
normally closed control contact. The
mechanism shall be trip-free in operation.
3.7.15 Instruments
3.7.15.1 Instruments shall comply with BS 89 and

IEC 51 as appropriate. They shall be of the
moving iron type for ammeters and
voltmeters, induction type for watt meters,
etc. Unless otherwise specified instruments

shall have class index of 1.5, be suitable for

use on AC and be insulation tested to 2KV.
3.7.15.2 Instruments for use with transformers shall

be such that full scale deflection can be
achieved with the transformer ratio.
3.7.16 Current Transformers (CT)
3.7.16.1 Current transformers shall comply with BS

3938, VDE 0614 and/or IEC 185 as
appropriate.
3.7.16.2 Current transformers shall be capable of

withstanding the effects of short circuit
currents.
3.7.16.3 The rated burden (VA) of CI's shall be

greater than the sum of the burdens of
connecting instruments and they should
have the same accuracy class as the
instruments connected to it. Provision shall
be made for shorting the secondary side of
CI's in the event of instruments being
disconnected.
3.7.17 Busbars
3.7.17.1 Busbar trunking or busbars installed in a

switch gear enclosure shall comply with IEC
or equal.
3.7.17.2 The busbar system shall comprise

rectangular busbars in parallel per phase
depending on current rating of hard-drawn
high conductivity copper mounted in
purpose made carriers of glass fibre
reinforced polyester material or equal,
together with suitable clamps, high tensile
steel bolts, nuts, washers and spring
washers for tapping off main busbar
system.
3.7.17.3 Unless otherwise specified the busbar

system shall have a maximum prospective
short circuit rating of 25 mVA for 1 sec.
3.7.17.4 The busbars shall be marled L1, L2, L3, N,

E and coloured Red, Yellow, Blue, Black ,
Green/Yellow respectively.

3.7.17.5 Busbars installed in a switchboard shall be

enclosed in a separate short circuit proof
compartment having a degree of protection
of IP20 in accordance with IEC 144.
3.7.18 Enclosure for F.B.A's
3.7.18.1 Switchgear enclosures shall be of zinc

coated sheet steel, painted dove-grey to BS
694. The enclosures shall form a
prefabricated free-standing self-supporting
cubicle type FBA. The main incoming
device shall be separated from the busbar
section which shall be separated from the
switchgear compartment by means of
suitable short circuit proof barriers. The
switchgear compartment shall be separated
from the cable compartment by means of a
dust and vermin proof barrier.
3.7.18.2 All compartments in the FBA shall be

accessible from the front. Cubicle doors
shall be hinged type with quick release
catches and facility for interlocking door
when relevant switch is in the "on" position.
Doors shall be earthed to the main frame of
the FBA by means of a flexible cable
connection. All operating components of
switchgear push buttons and instruments
shall be fitted to doors and suitable labelled.
Doors shall be 14 SWG with side panels 16
SWG minimum.
3.7.19 Environmental Conditions
3.7.19.1 Unless otherwise specified the

environmental conditions to which the FBA
should withstand without damage to any of
its components are as follows:
Ambient Air Temperature +400 C maximum

+350 C average over
24 hours
0
- 5 C minimum
Relative Humidity 90% at + 200 C maximum.
3.7.20 Labelling

3.7.20.1 All equipment and components shall be

labelled with Black on White trafolyte label
screwed fixed to the panels.
3.7.20.2 Lettering shall be 6mm high for main
components and 3mm high for control
devices, indicators, etc.
3.7.20.3 Where components are wired to a terminal

rail in an FBA they shall be labelled and
cross referenced with the corresponding
number on the terminal.
3.7.20.4 Warning labels shall be Red on White

trafolyte type and similar in all other
respects to the above.
3.7.21 Testing and Commissioning Certification
3.7.21.1 FBAs and BBA's shall be tested and

certified in accordance with requirements of
the ETCI Code of Practice for FBAs.
3.7.21.2 A type test certificate shall be provided for

the Engineer's approval where an FBA is
required.
3.7.21.3 Routine tests shall be carried out on all

FBAs and CBAs before they are transported
from the place of manufacture and
witnessed by the Engineer.
3.7.22 Commissioning
3.7.22.1 FBAs and CBAs shall be commissioned

when installed in accordance with the
requirements of the ETCI Code of Practice
for FBAs.
3.7.22.2 A dielectric test of between 1kV and 2.5 kV

AC RMS for 1 minute shall be applied to all
poles and earth of the FBA by the
manufacturer upon installation by the
contractor, and witnessed by the Engineer.
3.7.23 Sub-Distribution Boards
3.7.23.1 MCB sub-distribution boards shall be totally

enclosed enamelled sheet steel type
suitable for wall mounting with a minimum
protection Class of IP54 to IEC 144.

3.7.23.2 Each MCB board shall be provided with its

own hinged lid and integral load break
switch.
3.7.23.3 MCBs shall comply with IEC 157 and shall

be provided with un-adjustable bi-metallic
trip for overload protection and
instantaneous electro-magnetic trip for short
circuit protection.
3.7.23.4 Distribution board shall incorporate 20%

spare space for future circuits.
3.7.23.5 Sub-distribution boards shall have circuit

identification chart in plastic holder
containing the following information:-
3.7.23.6 MCB sub-distribution boards shall be totally

enclosed enamelled
1. MCB No.
2. MCB rating
3. No. of points on circuit
4. Cable size
5. Location.
3.7.23.7 Each sub-distribution board chart shall be

completed in full by the Electrical
Contractor.
3.8 Installation of Cables
3.8.1 Cables Generally
3.8.1.1 Cables shall be installed in continuous

unbroken length point to point. Under no
circumstances will cable joints be allowed
unless with the express permission of the
Engineer.
3.8.1.2 All cables shall be protected against

mechanical damage. Non-sheathed cables
shall be protected by enclosure in trunking
and/or conduit. Sheathed cables shall be
run and clipped so as to obviate the risk of
damage in normal operation.

3.8.1.3 PVC insulated cables shall not be installed

in locations where the ambient temperature
is 0C and lower or 65C and higher.
3.8.1.4 The internal radius of installed cables shall

not be less than the following:-
(i) PVC insulated cables 3D

(ii) Armoured cables 8D
(iii) Aluminium sheathed cables 15D
3.8.1.5 Mineral insulated copper sheathed cables

6D (where D is the outer diameter of the
cable)
35.8.1.6 Sheathed and armoured cables shall be

supported by approved proprietary cleats
where surface fixed and the support
spacing shall not exceed the following
(i) Sheathed cables 20D
(ii) Armoured cables 30D
3.8.1.7 Cables shall not be buried in walls, floors or

ceiling spaces unless they are enclosed in
conduit or trunking or are suitably protected
against corrosion and mechanical damage.
Buried cables shall always be run either
horizontally or vertically.
3.8.1.8 Where cables cross through floors, walls,

etc. the hole shall be made good with
cement or other suitable fire resisting
material.
3.8.1.9 Cables shall be terminated in accordance

with the manufacturer's instructions.
Insulation of cable cores shall be brought up
to the point of termination. All cores
connected to proprietary terminal blocks
shall be numbered using PVC sleeve
numbers corresponding to the terminal
number. Glanding of armoured cables shall
be carried out such that earth continuity
shall be retained between the cable and
armour, gland and connected equipment.
Where all insulated equipment is used the
cable gland shall be complete with copper

earthing tag which shall be electrically

connected to an earth stud.
3.8.1.10 Cables buried in trenches shall be at least

600 mm below finished surface levels
generally and at least 750 mm below road
levels and protected by PVC pipes under
roads.
3.8.1.11 Cables shall be laid on a flat bed of 50 mm

sand and covered with 50 mm sand before
backfilling. Cable warning tape shall in all
instances be laid approximately 300 mm
below finished surface level. Interlocking
cable warning covers complying with B.S.
2484 shall be laid as required by the
Engineer. Cables entering a building shall
be suitably sealed to prevent the ingress of
moisture, gas, etc. Where cables may
become subject to mechanical damage they
shall be protected to a minimum of 450 mm
above floor level by conduit/trunking or
other suitable protection.
3.8.1.12 Cables in trenches shall be segregated from

other services by the minimum distances
given below:-
(i) Low voltage and extra low voltage 450 mm

(ii) Medium voltage and low voltage 300 mm
(iii) Medium voltage and extra low voltage 600 mm
(iv) Cables (MV LV ELV) and piped services
(gas, water) 300 mm
3.8.1.13 Where the separation distances specified

above are not feasible the Contractor shall
obtain approval from the Engineer on the
proposed method of segregation.
3.9. Cable Types
3.9.1 PVC Insulated Cables
3.9.1.1 Cables for drawing-in to conduit or for laying

in trunking shall be single core tinned high
conductivity copper, PVC insulated
300/500V grade to BS 6004.
3.9.1.2 Black covering shall be supplied on all

neutral cables with Red, Blue and Yellow

coverings on all phase wires including

strapping wired.
3.9.1.3 No cables shall be drawn into conduits until

the complete conduit installation and boxes
are fixed and until the plastering is finished
and passed by the Engineer as sufficiently
dry. No pull greater than 15 kg is to be
exerted when drawing in cables and talc
powder shall be plentifully used to give as
easy a draw in as possible.
3.9.1.4 Except where specifically approved by the

Engineer, separate services are to be
installed in separate conduit and trunking
installations. The phase and neutral wire
feeding particular circuits shall be run in the
same conduit.
3.9.1.5 Final sub-circuits shall not run in the same

conduit or trunking as main or sub-main
circuits. Main circuits shall not run in the
same conduit as sub-main circuits. Circuits
of different voltages (phase to neutral) shall
not be run in the same conduit and circuits
carrying Alternating Current (AC) supplies
shall not be run in the same conduit with DC
supplies.
3.9.1.6 Each circuit shall be bound separately with

binding tape at intervals of not more than
3m along the complete length of a trunking
installation. Identification tags shall be
provided for all cables at the same intervals
and shall indicate the distribution board,
switches etc. to which the circuit is
connected.
3.9.1.7 PVC insulated cables installed in trunking

should be arranged so that cables
approximately equal to each other in size
are run together. No cable of more than
four sizes larger or smaller than a parallel
cable may be run in the same trunking
without the specific approval of the
Engineer.

3.9.2 PVC PVC SWA PVC Cables
3.9.2.1 PVC insulated, PVC sheathed, steel wire

armoured and covered PVC cable shall be
600/100 volt grade. Cable cores shall be
high conductivity copper to B.S. 6360. They
shall be insulated and sheathed with PVC to
B.S. 6746, protected with galvanised steel
wire armour to B.S. 1442 and sheathed with
an outer covering of PVC to BS 6746 and
the whole complying with B.S. 6346.
3.9.2.2 Cables shall be terminated by means of

compression glands complying with B.S.
6121. Compression seals are to be used to
protect the cable armour and sheathing in
damp or high humidity areas. Compression
type glands shall incorporate an earth
bonding terminal. Under no circumstances
should armouring be exposed at the
compression gland.
3.9.3 Mineral Insulate Copper Sheathed Cables (MICS)
3.9.3.1 Mineral insulated copper sheath (MICS)

cable shall be 600 volt (light study) or 1000
volt (heavy duty) to B.S. 6207, Part 1. The
duty category shall be as specified in Part 3
of this Specification. Conductor shall be of
a single strand high conductivity annealed
copper insulated with highly compressed
mineral substance and sheathed with a
solid drawn tube of annealed copper, with
an overall sheath of PVC.
3.9.3.2 Cables shall terminate using brass glands

with cold type seals and neoprene
insulation sleeves or tails with coloured
sleeves for phases and switch wires and
Black for neutral. Special care shall be
taken to ensure that the mineral insulation
has been fully removed from the conductors
and the copper surface left clean before
applying the sealing compound. Glands
shall be of the ring type.
3.9.3.3 At all fittings, switches, plugs or other

similar positions, standard B.E.S.A.
galvanised boxes shall be used to which

shall be fitted the Maker's standard sealing

glands.
3.9.3.4 The whole of the sheathing of the cable

system shall be electrically continuous
across all joints and shall be fully earthed.
3.9.4 Protodur Cables (NYM-J)
3.9.4.1 Protodur cables shall be constructed in

accordance with VDE 0250 and designated
type NYM-J. The conductors of soft drawn
copper (up to 10 sq. mm) are PVC insulated
with an overall tough sheath of Protodur,
300/500 volt grade.
3.9.4.2 All cables contain an earth conductor

coloured Green/Yellow. Phase conductors
are colour coded in accordance with VDE
specifications.
3.9.4.3 Protodur cables are suitable for surface

installation in normal, wet or damp locations
and for direct burial in walls with suitable
mechanical protection but not for installation
underground. Protodur cables shall not be
installed where the ambient temperature is
likely to exceed 25C or drop below 0C.
3.9.5 Flexible cords
3.9.5.1 Flexible cords shall have a PVC insulated

copper conductors with PVC over-sheath of
the 300/500V grade complying with B.S.
6500. They shall be twin, three, four or five
core as required. Cores shall be colour
coded as follows:
Green/Yellow (earth)
Brown Blue Black (4 core type)
with an additional Black core on 5
core types.
3.9.5.2 Flexible cords shall be installed where the

ambient temperature is likely to exceed
55C. Heat resistant PVC insulated flexible
cords shall be installed where the ambient
temperature is likely to reach 70C (e.g.
boiler house generally).

3.9.6 XLPE PVC SWA PVC Cables
3.9.6.1 Cables shall be of H.C. copper conductors

to B.S. 6360, cross linked polyethylene
(XPLE) insulated served with an extruded
PVC bedding, single wire armoured and
PVC over sheathed, the whole complying
with B.S. 5467 : 1977.
3.9.6.2 Cables shall be terminated by means of

compression glands complying with B.S.
6121. Compression seals are to be used to
protect the cable armour and sheath in
damp or wet locations with the gland
covered by a PVC shroud. Cables are
suitable for installation in ambient air
temperature of 60C and ambient
underground temperature of 45C.
3.9.7 EPR Insulated Cables
3.9.7.1 EPR (Ethylene Propylene Rubber) insulated

cables shall be 600/100 V grade with H.C.
copper conductors to B.S. 6360 and EPR
insulation to B.S. 5469. EPR cables are
suitable for installation in ambient
temperatures up to 85C.
3.9.7.2 Flexible cords for use up to 85C shall have

copper conductors with EPR insulation and
CSP sheath and the whole complying with
B.S. 6500.
3.9.8 Silicone Rubber Insulated Cables
3.9.8.1 Silicone rubber insulated cables shall be

300/500V Grade with H.C. copper
conductor and have an overall glass fibre
braid. Cables shall comply with B.S. 6500
and shall be suitable for operation in
ambient temperature of 145C.
3.9.9 Instrumentation Cables
3.9.9.1 Instrumentation cables shall be 60/120V

Grade with plain annealed stranded copper
conductors to BS 4109. Insulation and
bedding shall be polythene to BS 6234 or
PVC BS 6746, armouring, steel wire to BS
1442, or lead sheath to BS 801 and the

whole sheathed with PVC to BS 6746 as

appropriate. Cables shall comply with BS
5308, Part 1 or Part 2 as appropriate with
multi core cables numbered along its length
and multi pair cables colour coded to
relevant BS specification. Cables for
installation underground shall be of lead
sheathed type only. Instrument cables
specified above shall be suitable for
operation in an ambient air temperature up
to 70 Degrees Celsius.
3.9.10 Communication Cables
3.9.10.1 Communication cables shall have 0.5mm

dia. nominal single tinned copper
conductors, PVC insulated, PETP tape
screen and PVC over sheathed for use
indoors. Where cables are exposed,
subject to mechanical damage or are buried
in the ground they shall be further protected
with single steel wire armour with a PVC
over sheath. Communication cables shall
comply with BS 4808 and IEC 189 as
appropriate.
3.10 Conductors in Conduit and Trunking
3.10.1 Conductors shall be tinned high conductivity

copper PVC insulated to BS 6004. Cable
colour codes shall be in accordance with IEI
Regulations.
3.10.2 All Conductors shall be stranded.

Conductors are to radiate from the
fuseboard and no joints are to be permitted
except at fittings.
3.11 Conduit
3.11.1 Galvanised steel conduit shall be heavy

gauge solid drawn type complying with B.S.
4568 Class 4. The whole of the conduit
system shall be completely erected and
securely fixed before any cables are drawn
in. Concealed conduit shall be fixed with
crampets, exposed conduit shall be fixed
with spacer bar saddles at 1200 mm
centres.

3.11.2 Inspection boxes, draw in boxes, etc. shall

be located so they remain accessible at all
times.
3.11.3 The maximum number of cables installed in

a conduit shall not be greater than that
given in Appendix 12 of the IEE
Regulations, Latest Edition. Cables shall
occupy not more than 40% of the cross
sectional area of a conduit.
3.11.4 The inner radius of a conduit bend must not

be less than 6 times the outside diameter of
the conduit.
3.11.5 Solid elbows and tees shall only be used

directly behind accessories or lighting
fittings.
3.11.6 All burrs shall be removed from the ends of

conduits and outlets shall be brushed to
prevent the possibility of damage to cables.
Exposed conduit threads shall be painted
with metallic paint.
3.11.7 Metal conduit is considered a protective

conductor and so the whole of the conduit
system shall be effectively bonded to earth.
3.11.8 Where alternating current circuits are

concerned the phase and neutral
conductors of a circuit must be drawn into
the same conduit.
3.11.9 The metal conduit system shall be installed

in such a manner that it cannot come into
contact with piping of other services (e.g.
gas, water). Where this is unavoidable all
piped services shall be effectively bonded to
earth.
3.11.10 The conduit installation shall be self-

ventilating and drainage outlets (e.g.
conduit box with hole drilled in base) shall
be provided wherever condensation is likely
to occur. Where the conduit system may be
subject to ingress of moisture or corrosive
vapours etc. all conduit boxes and
accessories shall be provided with a PVC
gasket.

3.11.11 Where conduits pass through floors, walls,

etc. the holes shall be made good with
cement or other suitable fire resisting
material.
3.11.12 Conduits run on steel girders, purlins, etc.

shall be securely fixed by means of
proprietary clips (e.g. Fuse). Under no
circumstances will drilling of steelwork be
allowed.
3.11.13 Where conduit is run on fairfaced

blockwork, accessories and saddles shall
be fixed on the centre of the block, with
vertical conduit drops run on the joint line of
the blockwork.
3.11.14 The Contractor shall take the necessary

steps to prevent the ingress of extraneous
materials during the installation of a conduit
system.
3.11.15 Conduit routes shall be agreed on site

between the Engineer and the Contractor,
as shall the position of draw-in boxes, etc.
3.11.16 Where the conduit system serves vibrating

or moveable machinery the final connection
shall be made using PVC covered flexible
steel conduit conforming to B.S. 731 (type
Kopex or equal and approved). Connection
to rigid conduit system shall be by malleable
iron conduit through box with earth stud or
other accessory (e.g. isolator) as specified
elsewhere. An earth wire min. 2.5 sq. mm
CSA shall be run in the flexible conduit
connected between the conduit
box/accessory and the item of equipment to
be connected.
3.11.17 Flexible cables shall be installed with

enough 'slack' to allow for free movement
and/or vibration of equipment without
unduly affecting the integrity of the rigid
conduit system. Only proprietary fittings
and accessories shall be used with the
flexible conduit system

3.12 Installation of PVC Conduit
3.12.1 The requirements of the above clause shall

apply in principle to the installation of PVC
conduit. PVC conduit shall not be installed
where the ambient temperature is likely to
exceed 65 C or drop below 0 C.
3.12.2 Accessories connected by PVC conduit

which require to be earthed shall have a
separate circuit protective conductor, routed
back to the earth terminal of the associated
distribution board.
3.12.3 Adequate allowance shall be made in PVC

conduit installation to account for expansion
and contraction of the conduit in normal
operation. A small gap shall be left
between each butting joint. On any
particular run of conduit one joint shall be
cemented and the other shall be greased or
a proprietary jointing compound shall be
applied to prevent the ingress of moisture.
3.12.4 PVC conduit and accessories shall comply

with the requirements of B.S. 4607.
3.13 Installation of Steel Trunking
3.13.1 General
3.13.1.1 The conduit may be mechanically and

electrically continuous throughout and
earthed The conduit shall be run as a loop-
in system, with approved type draw-in
boxes arranged between fittings, switches,
etc., where the length between such points
exceeds 9 M. Boxes shall be galvanised
malleable iron or pressed steel and shall
comply with B.S. 31:1940. No cable shall be
inserted until all the conduits and boxes are
fixed.
3.13.1.2 Conduits shall be firmly fixed with approved

saddles to suit the location. The Engineer's
approval to the type of finish in each
location shall be secured when laying out
the work.

3.13.1.3 Steel cable trunking shall be manufactured

from hot dipped galvanised steel to B.S..
2989, 1975 and the whole manufactured to
B.S. 4678 Part 1, 1971.
3.13.1.4 Unless specified otherwise the minimum

gauge of metal to be used shall be 1.2 mm
for trunking up to 75 x 75 and 1.6 mm for
larger sizes.
3.13.1.5 Trunking shall be supplied in 3m (nominal)

lengths with inturned flanges for cover fixing
and increased strength and rigidity. Covers
shall be supplied in 1.5m (nominal) lengths
and of equal CSA to the trunking. Covers
shall beheld by means of quick release
fasteners.
3.13.1.6 Where trunking is fixed upside down on the

horizontal cable retaining clips shall be
installed at 1000 mm intervals.
3.13.1.7 Where vertical runs of trunking exceed

300mm in length, proprietary PVC coated
steel cable retaining pins shall be installed
around which cables shall be effectively
harnessed.
3.13.1.8 Trunking lengths shall be coupled using

galvanised steel couplers of equal gauge to
the trunking together with a copper earth
strap fixed outside the trunking. Coupling
bolts and nuts shall be M6 pan head
cadmium plated with the bolt heads fixed on
the inner surface of the trunking.
3.13.1.9 Trunking fittings i.e. bends, tees, reducers

3tc. shall be of the same manufacture as
the trunking and each joint made in the
trunking shall be bridged by a copper earth
strap. Cables in trunking shall not occupy
more than 40% of the cross sectional area
of the trunking and trunking shall be sized in
accordance with Appendix 12 of the IEE
Regulations, 15th Edition.
3.13.1.10 The whole of the trunking installation shall

be run in a neat and workmanlike manner,
which should be mechanically and
electrically continuous throughout. The

trunking installation should be completely

erected before any cables are drawn in.
3.13.1.11 Trunking shall be fixed at not greater than

1200 mm centres by means of proprietary
trunking brackets and M8 cadmium plated
bolts, nuts and washers.
3.13.1.12 Where trunking passes through walls the

whole shall be made good with cement or
other suitable fire resisting material and fire
barriers of glass wool or other suitable
material shall be packed into the trunking
and held compressed in position by means
of a proprietary retaining plate or trunking
lid.
3.13.2 Skirting Trunking
3.13.2.1 Skirting trunking shall be manufactured 1.2

mm zinc coated mild steel and supplied in
2000 mm lengths.
3.13.2.2 The nominal dimensions of the skirting

trunking shall be 150 mm high by 40 mm
deep. Trunking finish shall be dark
admiralty grey to B.S. 381C Colour 632,
unless otherwise specified.
3.13.2.3 Joints between trunking lengths shall be

made with proprietary butt connectors,
straight through or inside/outside right
angles as appropriate, with each joint
electrically bonded by means of copper
earth straps.
3.13.2.4 Skirting trunking shall be two compartment

with a small compartment at the top for
communication wiring and the lower larger
compartment for general service socket
installation. Where socket outlets are
installed on the skirting trunking, pre-
punched socket plates shall be installed and
effectively screw-fixed to the trunking.
3.13.2.5 Proprietary transitions units shall be used

where skirting trunking is connected to
under-floor trunking (e.g. where skirting
trunking traverses a door opening).

3.13.3 Bench Trunking
3.13.3.1 Bench trunking shall be manufactured from

1.6 mm zinc coated mild steel and supplied
in 2000 mm lengths. Covers shall be a 2
mm gauge and shall overlap bench
trunking. Nominal dimensions of right
angles shall be 90 x 90 mm. Trunking finish
shall be dark admiralty grey to B.S. 381
Colour C632.
3.13.3.2 Joints between trunking lengths shall be

made with proprietary butt connectors and
each joint bonded by means of a copper
earth strap.
3.13.3.3 Socket outlets shall be installed using

proprietary pre-punched plates screw fixed
to the trunking.
3.13.4 Flush Floor Trunking
3.13.4.1 Flush floor trunking shall be single or multi

compartment as specified elsewhere and be
manufactured from 1.6mm zinc coated mild
steel and supplied in 2000mm lengths.
3.13.4.2 Trunking covers shall be one of the

following which shall be specified as
appropriate in Section D:-
(a) 3mm zinc coated mild steel fixed by

means of countersunk screws.
(b) 6.35 steel with anti-skid chequer plate

pattern fixed by means of countersunk
screws.
(c) 3mm zinc coated mild steel recessed

into trunking to allow floor covering to
be laid on trunking lid. Depth of such
recess should be agreed to suit on site
requirements
3.13.4.3 All above trunking covers are to be fitted with

a neoprene cork gasket to prevent the
ingress of dust etc.
3.13.4.4 Trunking joints shall be as described in C

9.3 above.

3.13.4.5 Trunking inspection boxes and service

outlet boxes shall be manufactured from
similar material to be trunking. Where multi
compartment trunking is used boxes shall
retain the segregation in all directions.
3.13.4.6 Service outlet boxes shall have provision for

4 No. outlets fixed to a pre-punched
accessory mounting plate on 4 No.
adjustable screws. Accessories for use with
flush floor trunking shall be complete with
hinged sprung covers.
3.13.4.7 Where flush floor trunking joints cable or

skirting trunking, proprietary bell mouth
accessories shall be used, with each joint
effectively earthed as described in C 9.3.
3.13.5 Underfloor Trunking
3.13.5.1 Under floor trunking shall be manufactured

from 1.6mm zinc coated mild steel with
base plate welded up body to form a single
unit.
3.13.5.2 Trunking shall be sized as follows

depending on compartmentation:-
Single compartment 75mm wide

Twin compartment 150mm wide
Triple compartment 225mm wide
3.13.5.3 Trunking shall be supplied in 2000mm

lengths and finished dark admiralty grey to
BS 381C Colour C632. Jointing and
earthing of trunking shall be as described in
Clause C 9.3 above.
3.13.5.4 Trunking inspection boxes and service

outlet boxes shall be manufactured from
1.6mm zinc coated sheet steel complete
with cast aluminium frame with recess for
the installation of floor covering. Depth of
recess specified elsewhere. Frames shall
have 4 No. adjustable screws for aligning
with floor level. Service outlet boxes shall
have a hinged cover with retractable lifting
handle and have provision for installation of

4 No. accessories on pre-punched

accessory mounting plate.
3.13.5.5 Full segregation of services shall be

retained in the service outlet box in all
directions.
3.13.5.6 Where floor pedestal outlet boxes are

installed they shall be manufactured from
zinc coated mild steel and be fitted with 1
1/2" conduit thread screwed spouts fixed to
duct outlets in floor trunking.
3.13.6 Lighting Trunking
3.13.6.1 Lighting trunking shall be of similar

manufacture to cable trunking except that it
shall have a returned lip suitable for the
suspension of luminaries. Lighting trunking
shall be installed with lighting adapters
comprising 20 mm bushing,inside clamp,
outside clamp and 20 mm hexagonal
locknuts, cable retaining straps, hanger
brackets, suspension sets and white PVC
clip-on lid.
3.13.6.2 Where lighting trunking joins cable trunking,

proprietary transition adapters only shall be
used.
3.13.6.3 Where lighting fittings are shown on the

drawings fixed to trunking it shall be
deemed that lighting trunking is required.
3.14.0 Installation of PVC Trunking
3.14.1 The requirements of Clause Installation of

Steel Trunking - General, C 9, shall apply in
principal to the installation of PVC trunking.
Trunking shall be manufactured from high
impact PVC, be resistant to corrosion and
supplied in 3000 mm nominal lengths. PVC
trunking shall be fixed at 1200 mm centres.
3.14.2 Accessories connected to PVC trunking

which require to be earthed shall have a
separate circuit protective conductor of
equal cross sectional area to the
corresponding phase conductor routed back
to the associated distribution board.

3.14.3 PVC trunking shall not be installed where

the ambient temperature is likely to exceed
650C of fall below 00C.
3.14.4 Adequate allowance shall be made in the

PVC trunking installation to account for
expansion and contraction of the trunking in
normal operation. A small gap shall be left
between each butting joint. On any
particular run of trunking one joint shall be
cemented and the other shall be grease or
proprietary joint compound shall be applied
to prevent the ingress of moisture.
3.15.0 Installation of Steel Cable Tray and Ladder
3.15.1 Cable trays and ladders shall be

manufactured from hot dipped galvanised
steel. Cable tray shall be used in sizes 150
mm, 225 mm and 300 mm as standard.
They shall have a minimum of 1.5 mm
gauge metal with return flanges on the
sides supplied in lengths of 3000 mm. Only
proprietary bends, tees, reducers, etc. shall
be allowed with each joint bolted by means
of M6 cadmium plated bolts, nuts and lock
washers and a 10 sq. mm Green earth wire
strapping each joint.
3.15.2 Unless otherwise detailed the

manufacturer's support system shall be
used as far as practicable. Cable
tray/ladder shall be supported at 1500 mm
intervals generally but the maximum
deflection at mid-span shall not exceed 10
mm.
3.15.3 Cables shall be fixed to the tray/ladder in a

neat and workmanlike manner using PVC
cable ties. Where cables rise on a vertical
tray/ladder they should also be individually
clipped to the tray/ladder at 3000 mm
intervals. Cables of 35 mm diameter or
greater than be individually clipped to the
tray/ladder throughout their length using
proprietary cable cleats.

3.15.4 Cable tray/ladder and accessories shall be

as manufactured by Ellickson Engineering
or equal and approved.
3.16.0 Installation of PVC Cable Tray
3.16.1 PVC cable tray shall be manufactured from

rigid unplasticised PVC, chemically
resistant, self-extinguishing, non-flammable.
PVC tray shall not be used where the
ambient temperature is likely to exceed
70oC or fall below -20oC.
3.16.2 Unless otherwise detailed the manufacture's

support system shall be used as far as
practicable. PVC tray shall be supported at
1500 mm intervals and shall be supplied in
300 mm lengths nominal.
3.16.3 Cables shall be fixed to the tray using PVC

cable ties and they shall be installed in a
neat and workmanlike manner.
3.16.4 Only proprietary bends, tees, reducers,

jointing clamps etc. shall be used in the
PVC tray installation.
3.17.0 Earthing
3.17.1 All metal work adjacent to or pertaining to

electrical equipment shall be earthed to the
main electrode.
3.17.2 All trunking shall have a bare copper

earthing wire inside it, which shall be
bonded to it at intervals in addition to the
earthing strap.
3.17.3 Where conduit is made off from trunking it

shall be bonded to the trunking by an
approved type of earth clip. Connections to
all conduits or metal work measured from
any point in the installation shall not exceed
one ohm. All earthing shall comply with the
"Regulations for Electrical Equipment for
Buildings" - current edition.
3.18 Lighting Installation
3.18.1 Installation of Luminaries

3.18.1.1 Luminaires shall generally be installed in

accordance with the manufacturer's
instructions, or where none exist they shall
be adequately supported to cater for the
total weight of the luminaire and associated
trunking etc. and shall be located such that
adequate ventilation is maintained around
the complete luminaire at all times.
3.18.1.2 All surface-mounted luminaries shall have

pre-punched holes suitable for mounting
directly to malleable cast iron circular B.S.
conduit boxes.
3.18.1.3 Where luminaries are installed in modular

false ceiling systems they shall be
adequately supported on the false ceiling
grid and further supported from the ceiling
at two points by galvanised steel threaded
rod, chromium plated chain or other suitable
fixing to be approved by the Engineer.
3.18.1.4 Final connection to luminaries in false

ceiling spaces shall be heat by resistance
PVC flexible cable through ceiling mounted
2 Amp socket outlet and plug top suitable
for fixing to circular conduit boxes B.S. 546.
3.18.1.5 Final termination within luminaries shall be

shrouded with heat resistant sleeving
3.18.1.6 Connections to luminaries with edison

screw cap lamp holders shall be such that
outer (screwed) contact is connected to the
neutral conductor only.
3.18.1.7 Luminaries shall be effectively earthed to

the circuit protective conductor. Where
steel conduit is used as the protective
conductor, the luminaire shall be earthed to
an earth stud in the conduit box by 2.5 sq.
mm Green PVC earth wire.
3.18.1.8 Where luminaries are subject to vibration

the final connection shall be made using
PVC flexible cable, also a protective chain
shall be fixed between the luminaire and
schedule of luminaries in conjunction with
the normal fixing arrangement.

3.19 General Service and Lighting Accessories
3.19.1 Socket Outlets and Plugs
3.19.1.1 In general, socket outlets for use at 220V

single phase shall be shuttered three-pin
(two pole and earthing pin) to B.S. 1363 and
corresponding plug tops shall be 13A fused.
3.19.1.2 Plugs and sockets for use at 400V shall

comply with B.S. 4343 and CEE 17. Unless
otherwise specified they shall be
manufactured in high impact resistant
plastic (polyamid 6) and be waterproofed to
IP55 (IEC144).
3.19.1.3 Voltage identification colour coding shall be

as follows:-
20/50V Violet
40/50V White
110/130V Yellow
220/240V Blue
300/400V Red
500/750V Black
3.19.2 Lighting Switches
3.19.2.1 Switches for the control of lighting circuits

shall be quick make, slow break type
connected in the phase wire. Metal plate
switches shall be earthed. Where switches
in a common enclosure are connected in
different phases, insulated barriers shall be
incorporated to segregate the phase, and
an internal cover shall be provided marked
'DANGER 400V'.
3.19.3 Ceiling Roses
3.19.3.1 Ceiling roses shall be of porcelain with

brass terminals including earthing terminal,
with break joint ring where installed in
plastered ceilings.
3.19.4 Lamp holders
3.19.4.1 Bayonet cap lamp holders shall be of heavy

brass construction with brass terminals and
plungers and porcelain base to B.S. 52.

3.19.4.2 Edison screw lamp holders for use-where

the lamp rating is 200 w or greater or in
ELV/DC systems shall be of similar
construction to the bayonet cap type
described to B.S. 5042 Part 2 and the
central contact shall be connected to the
phase side in primary lighting circuits or to
the positive pole in secondary lighting
circuits.
3.19.5 Lamps
3.19.5.1 Incandescent lamps shall be tungsten

filament type to IEC 64. Fluorescent lamps
shall comply with IEC 81 and control gear
shall be manufactured and tested in
accordance with B.S. 2818. Discharge
lamps shall comply with IEC 188 (high
pressure mercury lamps) and control gear
shall be in accordance with B.S. 4782.
3.20 Motor Starters
3.20.1 Unless otherwise specified low voltage

motor starts shall be direct on line up to 3.7
kW rating and automatic star/delta type for
motors 3.7 kW and greater. Motor starters
shall comply with the requirements of B.S.
587, B.S. 4941 and IEC 292.
3.20.2 They shall be provided with thermal

overloads with single phasing protection
and be of the manual reset type.
Contractors shall comply with IEC 158 be of
the double contact quick make and break
and shall be to AC3 utilisation category
unless otherwise specified. Contractor coils
shall not overheat in continuous use and be
designed so that they are free from hum
and chatter in normal operation. Motor
starters shall be enclosed in metal
enclosures to IP44 unless otherwise
specified.
3.21 Push Button Stations
3.21.1 Stop and Start push button stations shall be

colour coded red and green respectively,
flush mounted, oil tight, with front locking

ring and integral legend plate (type

telemechanique or equal and approved).
3.21.2 Push-button contacts shall be of the

momentary contact type with spring return.
Emergency stop push-button stations shall
be of the latching type with large red
mushroom head.
3.21.3 Indicating lights for the above shall be long

life neon type colour coded as follows:
RUN - Green
STOP - Red
TRIP - Amber
OTHER - White, blue
3.21.4 Hand-off auto and duty standby switches

shall be of the rotary type, selector or key
switched as required with positive indication
legend plate. All push buttons and selector
switches shall be suitable for adding on
extra contacts to the operating mechanism.
3.22 Mounting Heights
3.22.1 Unless specified otherwise, mounting

heights for equipment and accessories shall
be as follows - dimensions are to centre line
of equipment:-
(a) Socket outlets 450 mm AFFL or

bench level as appropriate.
(b) Lighting switches 1100 mm AFFL
(c) Push button stations 1400 mm AFFL
(d) Load break switches 1400 mm AFFL
(e) Fused spur outlets to be agreed on

site
(f) Telephone outlets 450 mm AFFL
(g) Clock outlets 300 mm below ceiling
(h) Shaving sockets to be agreed on site
(i) Fire alarm bell 3000 AFFL

(j) FA Break glass units 1100 mm AFFL
(k) Smoke detectors in area not more

than 600 mm and not less than 25
mm below ceiling level.
(l) Heat detectors in area not more than

150 mm below ceiling level and not
less than 25 mm below ceiling level.
3.23 Earthing, Bonding and Lighting Protection
3.23.1 General
The Contractor shall include for the complete

earthing installation in accordance with the ETCI
national rules for electrical installations and any
other ESB requirements.
3.23.2 Earth Electrodes
3.23.2.1 Earth electrodes shall consist of high

conductivity copper bonded steel earth rods
of nominal 200 mm diameter with hardened
steel driving tips and be of the extendible
type.
3.23.2.2 Earth electrodes shall be driven vertically

into the ground such that the top of the rod
is below ground level. The earth electrode
shall be covered with a galvanised steel box
with reinforced lid engraved "earth
electrode" the top of which shall align with
the finished ground level.
3.23.2.3 Where more than one electrode is required

to achieve the desired earth connection
they shall be separated by a distance not
less than the depth of the longest rod in the
installation.
3.23.3 Earthing Lead
3.23.3.1 The earthing lead shall connect between

the main earth electrode and the main earth
bar of the associated main switchboard.
3.23.3.2 Unless specified otherwise this shall consist

of a 70 sq. mm green/yellow PVC covered

copper conductor which shall be terminated

by means on non-ferrous high tensile clamp
with appropriate nuts, bolts, spring washers,
washers to a compression lugged cable
end.
3.23.3.3 The earthing lead shall be provided with a

factory made test claim within easy access
of the earth electrode.The earthing leads
shall be labelled "Safety Electrical Earth -
Do Not Remove" with a metal engraved
tap, lettering to be at least 4.5 mm high.
Exposed sections of the earthing lead shall
be protected by galvanised steel conduit.
3.23.4 Protective Conductor
3.23.4.1 The protective conductor shall consist of

one or more of the following: -
(a) Metal sheaths of armoured cables

having a conductance not less than
half that of the largest phase
conductor.
(b) Separate earth conductors in

multicolour cables of equivalent
cross sectional area as the phase
conductors.
(c) Single copper conductors in

accordance with the following tables:
-
CSA Phase Conductor Smm2 CSA Protective Conductor
S <=16 S
16 <=S <=35 16
S > 35 S/2
(d) Metals parts of equipment and

enclosures, steel conduit having the
required conductivity for adequate
protection.
3.23.5 Equipotential Bonding
3.23.5.1 Main bonding conductors are required at

the intake positions of engineering services
such as (gas pipes, water pipes HVAC,
etc.). These shall be connected directly to

the main earthing terminal, main bonding

conductors shall consist of 10 sq. mm.
Green/Yellow PVC covered copper cables
unless specified otherwise. Local bonding
conductors are required in bathrooms, at
immersion groups, for water supplies to
kitchen, etc.). These shall consist of 2.5
sq.mm green/yellow PVC covered copper
conductors connected to the local circuit
protective conductor.
3.24 Testing and Certification
The contractor shall provide, install and wire all of the

items of equipment listed but commissioning and testing
shall be done by the equipment suppliers. The
Contractor shall allow for the commissioning charges in
his tender price.
All relevant certificates and instruction manuals are to be

made available to the client on completion of the
installation.
3.24.1 Fire Alarm Installations
3.24.1.1 The fire alarm system shall be designed

supplied installed tested and commissioned
to IS 2013 and BS 5893 "code of practice
on fire alarm systems" Type L1/L2/L3/L4
P1/P2/P3 as appropriate.
3.24.1.2 The fire alarm system shall comprise of

multi ZONE fire alarm panel c/w, reset,
zone/fault indication, (analogue addressable
as specified) volt free contacts for
connection to intruder alarm remote
monitoring.
(i) Break Glass Units at Exits

(ii) Sounders, 65, dBA at all points or 5
dBA above
(iii) background ambient noise.75 dBA in
sleeping accommodation.
(iv) Smoke Detectors, (Ionisation/Optical)
on escape routes, high risk areas,
rooms leading off escape routes.
(v) Heat detectors, (fixed temp, rate-of-
rise) in kitchen, boiler house.

3.24.1.3 Wiring shall be carried out using: 2X

1.5mm. sq. mics cable (surface), or 2X 2 x
1.5mm. sq. Pirelli FP2000 cable
(concealed) with low smoke and fume (LSF)
outer Sheath.
3.25 Emergency Lighting Installation
3.25.1 The emergency lighting installation shall be

designed, installed code of practice for Emergency
lighting tested and commissioned to IS 3217 and
BS 5266.
3.25.2 The emergency lighting system shall comprise of :
3.25.2.1 appropriate luminaries complete with

integral emergency pack as specified in the
Scope of Work section of this document
3.25.2.2 Wiring shall be carried out using 3X 1.5mm

sq PVC/cu conductor in steel conduit
controlled by an emergency lighting test
unit, connected to lighting sub distribution
board through multi pole relay (see encl.
standard detail).
3.26 Hazardous Area Installations
3.26.1 For the purposes of this specification electrical

installations in potentially explosive atmospheres
which will be considered are as follows :-
3.26.1.1 Zone 1 areas with Group II gases

and vapours.
3.26.1.2 Zone 2 area.
Equipment which will be considered for the above areas

are as follows :-
Flameproof (EEx)d
Increased Safety (EEx)e
Intrinsic Safety (EEx)lb
3.26.2 Definitions
Zone 0 Area :
An area in which an explosive gas / air mixture is

likely to occur in normal operation.

Zone 1 Area :
An area in which an explosive gas / air mixture is

Not likely to occur or will occur only for short
periods of time in normal operation.
Gas 11 Gas/Vapour :
Gases and vapours found in surface industries.

Group 11 gases may be subdivided into the
following :-
Group 11A (inc. petroleum and propane)

Group 11B (inc. butadiene)
Group 11C (inc. hydrogen)
3.26.3 Flameproof (EEx)d enclosure
An electrical enclosure in which an internal

explosion due to an explosive atmosphere shall
have no detrimental effect on the enclosure and
shall prevent the transmission of the explosion to
the surrounding atmosphere.
3.26.4 Increases Safety (EEx)e enclosure
3.26.4.1 An electrical enclosure, the

construction and design of which
prevents the occurrence of arcs and
sparks in and around the enclosure
in normal service.
3.26.5 Intrinsic Safety (EEx)ib
3.26.5.1 Enclosure and circuits. Circuits and

associated enclosures the design of
which is incapable of producing arcs
or sparks likely to cause an explosive
condition. (EEx)ib enclosures are
suitable for Zones 1 and 2 areas
only.
3.26.6. Maximum Surface Temperature
3.26.6.1 The maximum temperature which

can safely be attained by an item of
apparatus under the most onerous
conditions without causing an
explosive atmosphere.

3.26.7 Regulations and Standards
3.26.7.1 In addition to clause 2.1 the

regulations and standards which
specifically relate to electrical
installations in potentially explosive
atmospheres and which shall be
complied with in all respects, are as
follows :-
a) Guide to the selection of Electrical

Equipment for use in potentially
explosive atmosphere as issued by
the Electro technical council of
Ireland (latest edition).
b) National rules for electrical

installations in potentially explosive
atmospheres, as issued by the
Electro technical council of Ireland
(latest edition).
c) CENELEC Standards EN 50.014 -

EN 50.020
d) Irish Standards IS 231 - IS 237
e) IEC Standards 79 - 79.12
f) British Standards BS 5345 Part 1-12

(CP 1003) code of practice for the
selection installation and
maintenance of electrical equipment.
3.26.8 Marking of Equipment and Accessories
3.26.8.1 All equipment and accessories for

use in potentially explosive
atmospheres shall be engraved in
accordance with IS 231 (EN 50014)
section V. Markings shall consist of
the following :-
a) Type of Electrical Equipment
Flameproof (EEx)d
Increased Safety (EEx)e
Intrinsic Safety (EEx)ib

b) Gas Vapour Group
Group IIA of which may only be used in Group IIA locations.

Group IIB of which may also be used in Group IIB locations.
Group IIC of which may only be used in Group IIC locations.
c) Temperature Class
For Group II equipment there are six

temperature classes to which the maximum
surface temperature of the equipment may
safely attain under all conditions These are
as follows :-
Maximum Surface
Temperature
Temperature Class of Electrical Equipment
T1 450C
T2 300C
T3 200C
T4 125C
T5 100C
T6 85C
d) Degree of protection against the

ingress of dust and water, namely IP
rating in accordance with IEC 144
unless stated otherwise all
equipment shall have a degree of
protection to IP44 or higher.
e) Manufacturers name, serial number

and reference testing organisations
approvals.
3.26.9 Cables for Use in Explosive Atmospheres
5.26.9.1 Cables for fixed wiring which may be

used are summarised below :
a) PVC insulated cables in galvanised

steel conduit to BS 6346 with
flameproof glands and PCP
protective shrouds.
b) PVC PVC SWA PVC cables to BS

5467 with flameproof glands and
PCP protective shrouds.

c) XLPE PVC SWA PVC cable to BS

5467 with flameproof glands and
PCP protective shrouds.
d) Mineral insulated copper sheathed

cable with or without PVC sheath to
BS 6207 with flameproof glands.
3.26.9.2 Flexible cables which may be used are as

follows
a) Cables having an ethylene propylene

rubber (ERP) insulation
chlorosulphonnated sheath (CSP)
galv. steel wire armoured braid and
PVC outer insulation all to BS 6883
"Elastomeric insulated cables
for fixed wiring on ships. These
cables are classified as Heat Oil and
Flame Retardant type (HOFR). They
should only be used with appropriate
flameproof glands and PCP
protective shrouds.
b) Unless stated otherwise flexible

cables shall have a minimum cross
sectional area of 2.5 sq mm in al
cases.
3.26.10 Rotating Electrical Machines in Potentially

Explosive Atmospheres
3.26.10.1 Rotating electrical machines for use

in potentially explosive atmospheres
shall be suitable for their
environment and marked in
accordance with above. Particular
attention should be paid to the
temperature class of the machine
and stringent measures shall be
taken to ensure that the machine
does not exceed the critical
temperature during overload or fault
conditions.
3.26.10.2 Protective devices which may be

used are as follows :-
a) Current dependent time-lag tripping

devices on all phases which are set

to the rated current of the machine in

and will operate within two hours (2h)
with overload condition of 1.05 and
1.2 times rated current and also
giving single phasing protection
b) Where machines are protected by

thermistors only the associated
tripping device shall be of a certified
type.
c) Where motors incorporate star/delta

starting facilities the overload relays
shall be set to 0.58 times the rates
current of the motor.
3.26.11 Testing and Inspection
3.26.11.1 In addition to the testing of the electrical

installation as required by above, the
contractor shall carry out a visual inspection
of the completed installation with particular
regard to the following :-
a) Suitability of equipment, apparatus

and accessories for the area
classification (Zone). Gas Group IIA,
IIB, IIC and temperature
classification (TI - T6).
b) Possible damage to any part of the

installation which would negate the
effectiveness of the installation to the
particular explosive atmosphere.
c) Ensure all unused entries and

equipment are sealed with
flameproof stop ends.
d) Choice and setting of protective

devices of rotating machinery and
also polarity and phase rotation.
e) Identification and labelling of all

isolating switches and controlling
devices.
3.26.11.2 Where the Contractors normal practice

conflicts with any item contained in the
Specification or drawings, attention of this

should be drawn to the engineer for

consideration. If no such approach is made,
it will be deemed that the Contractors
tender reflects the exact requirements of the
Specification and drawings and the
installation will be carried out accordingly.
The client does not bind himself or accept
the lowest of any tender.
3.27 IT / Data Cables Installation
3.27.1 Generally
3.27.1.1 All cables shall be installed on cable tray or

in trunking. The installation shall be flush
and concealed.
3.27.1.2 All outlets shall be shuttered RJ45 sockets

mounted on white face plates.
3.27.1.3 All outlets shall be connected to a 4 Pair

shielded twisted pair Cat 6A L.S.F. cable
(U.T.P) wired directly back to a RJ45 Patch
Panel.
3.27.1.4 Each cable will be terminated using 4 Pairs,

accordingly to the EIATIA 5688 Standard.
3.27.1.5 To comply with the cabling system design,

the final length of any cable shall not
exceed 90 metres.
3.27.1.6 All outlets shall have an identification

number of both face plate and patch panel
location.
3.27.1.7 The data wiring shall be terminated to the

258A spec. shall be as follows:
1- white/orange
2- orange
3 - white/green
4- blue
5 - white/blue
6- green
7 - white/brown
8 - brown
3.27.1.8 The labelling system shall be FX/999 where

F indicates the floor, X represents whether

Voice (V) or data (D) and 99 indicates the

actual workstation point, e.g. (2nd floor,
data cable outlet no 75 - 2D75).
3.27.1.9 The data cable shall be tested for correct

termination, line mapping impedance and
length. All results shall be recorded. It shall
be required that 10% of the cables be
chosen at random and given a full
comprehensive test for line mapping, d.c.
loop resistance, impulse noise, impedance
and length. A full TDR printout shall also be
required for permanent records.
3.27.1.10 The labelling system shall be sequential.
3.27.1.11 The termination of the patch panel shall be

sequential.
3.27.1.12 A detailed map shall be supplied outlining

all the finished outlets together with their
labelled addresses
3.28 M.I.C.S. Cables
3.28.1 Mineral insulated copper sheathed cable shall be

of the heavy duty 1000 Volt Grade with seamless
copper sheath, mineral insulation and high
conductivity copper conductors. PVC over sheath
shall be used in certain areas.
3.28.2 The whole of the wiring shall be carried out in strict

accordance with the makers instructions and to the
approval of the Engineers. The makers cold
sealing technique is to be used throughout, special
care being taken to ensure that the mineral
insulation has been fully removed from the
conductors and the copper surface left clean
before applying the sealing compound. Glands
shall be of the ring type.
3.29 Brackets and Supports
3.29.1 All brackets, supports and fixings shall be supplied

and erected by the electrical Contractor. He shall
ensure that the electrical fixtures, trunking and
conduit runs do not conflict with other building
services.

3.30 Mechanical Work
3.30.1 The Contractor shall liase with the Mechanical

Subcontractor and advise his operatives when the
installation shall be regarded as live.
3.31 PROTECTION OF THE INSTALLATION AGAINST DAMAGE
3.31.1 The contractor is to take all necessary precautions

to protect the installation against damage from any
cause including frost up to the time the building is
handed over to the school manager.
3.32 COMPLETION
3.32.1 The Contractor shall complete the work in strict

accordance with the specification and drawings,
apart from any authorised variations and shall
leave same in working order to the entire
satisfaction of the Architect or Heating Engineer
within the period of the building contract.
3.33 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
3.33.1 The Contractor shall allow for operating the

complete works under full working conditions and
for instructing the person nominated by the
Employer
3.33.2 The employers staff shall be instructed in the

correct and most efficient manner for operating
installation for a period of one week. He shall give
instruction on the maintenance of the plant and
equipment etc., including handing over drawings,
charts etc., showing cabling as fitted,
3.33.3 No oil fired, gas fired or electrically driven

equipment supplied or installed under this contract
shall be started up without the suppliers
commissioning staff present and then only on their
instruction.
3.33.4 Storage and transport of gas bottles for welding

and purging shall be in accordance with Safety
Regulations.
3.33.5 All hot work shall be properly planned, and

protective blankets and fire extinguishers shall be

to hand.
3.33.6 No work shall take place in confined or stagnant

air areas until adequate temporary ventilation has
been put in place. Any area in which gas may
collect shall be checked with portable gas detector,
and confirmed safe before any work takes place.
3.34 ESB Networks
3.34.1 The Contractor shall be responsible for necessary

liasing with ESB Networks including meeting their
specified requirements.
3.35 Painting
3.35.1 All hanger, supports, steelwork etc., unless

galvanised shall be thoroughly wire brushed and
given one priming, one flat and one gloss coat of
heat resisting paint.
3.35.2 All plant items in boiler house, tank room etc., shall
be repainted as directed.
3.36 Labels and Identification
3.36.1 The Contractor shall include in this tender for the

supply and installation of suitable engraved plastic
labels with 5 mm high lettering. All control panels,
switchgear, fuse boards, isolators shall be labelled
with this type of lettering and individual fuseways
shall be labelled with heavy white card labels with
typed lettering. The labels shall be securely fixed
by self tapping screws.
3.37 Spares and Tools
3.37.1 A list of recommended spares obtained from the

various plant suppliers shall be supplied not later
than the physical completion date for the plant.
3.37.2 All tools necessary for operation and maintenance

of the plant shall be supplied to the Client not later
than the termination of the maintenance period.
3.37.3 The Contractor shall also supply as part of this

Contract any special tools or appliances necessary
for easy dismantling and re-assembly of the
equipment.

3.38 Schedule and Charts
3.38.1 Schedules and charts of all equipment and valves

shall be provided in the boiler room or elsewhere
as may be directed. These shall be mounted in a
glazed hardwood framed display along with a
diagrammatic or similar drawing of the complete
installation.
3.39 Operating & Maintenance Manuals
3.39.1 The Electrical contractor shall produce the

Operating & Maintenance Manuals and hand 1no.
copy to the Engineer for comment within 14 days
of the handover of the project. This copy will be
returned with comments and the electrical
contractor shall correct the Manual and resubmit
the corrected copy of the Manual to the Engineer
within 7 days.
3.39.2 The electrical contractor shall submit to the

Engineer 2no. copies of the corrected information
for distribution to the relevant parties.
3.39.3 The contents of the Manual shall be in a logical

sequence, each section being indexed for easy
reference.
3.39.4 The Manual shall be fully indexed and the whole

contained ring binder format of good quality.
3.39.5 The Manual shall include the following sections:-
(i). Introduction
(ii). General Description of Systems
(iii). Design and Performance
(iv). Technical Data
(v). General Operation & Maintenance Notes,
including Operation of Controls
(vi). Procedure for Operating & Maintenance
(vii). Emergency Procedures
(viii). Fault Tracing
(ix) Maintenance Schedules andRecommended
Interval Periods
(x). Commissioning Reports
(xi). Spares
(xii). Test Certificates
(xiii). Manufacturers Literature and Schedule of
Equipment
(xiv). As Built Drawings

(i). Introduction:
This shall include the preamble, together with a list

of abbreviations and a schedule of record
drawings. A list of contact names and addresses of
installers and other helpful companies or
authorities are to be included.
(ii). General Description of Works:
A full description of the whole system together with

schematic sketches to enhance the explanatory
notes. This section should be written in a form that
could be easily understood by non-technical
persons.
(iii). Design and Performance:
This shall show full details of equipment

performance, together with the design operation
temperatures
(iv). Technical Data:
This shall identify the technical data for each item

of equipment.
(v). General Operations & Maintenance Notes:
This section shall indicate measuring techniques

and necessary equipment to check the equipment
performance on a periodical basis. This section
shall also give safety precautions, planned
maintenance and equipment log.
(vi). Procedure for Operating & Maintenance:
(vii). Emergency Procedure:
This section shall demonstrate isolation

procedures of all equipment, together with all First
Aid actions.
(viii). Fault Tracing:
A general description of how to locate faults with

the equipment, including a description of fault
diagnostic systems of individual systems.
(ix) Maintenance Schedules and Recommended

Interval Periods:
This section shall give frequencies of inspection,

lubrication, adjustment, replacements, overhaul,
together with log sheets which shall have the
headings date, details, action taken, signature.
(x). Commissioning Reports:
Within this section shall be placed copies of all the

commissioning and test results.
(xi). Spares:
This section shall list all the spares recommended

by the equipment manufacturers.
(xii). Test Certificates:
This section shall contain all the test certificates as

detailed within this specification
(xiii). Valve Charts:
If applicable to the project, this section shall

contain the valve charts and schedules.
(xiv). Manufacturers Literature:
This section shall contain all manufacturers

literature applicable to the installation
(xv). As Built Drawings:
All As Built drawings shall be placed in this

section

SECTION 4 SCHEDULE OF DRAWINGS
Electrical Services Drawings
E1 Power Services Layout Block A

E2 Lighting Services Layout Block A
E3 Fire Alarm Services Layout Block A
E4 Intruder Alarm Block A
E6 Power Services Layout Block B

E7 Lighting Services Layout Block B
E8 Fire Alarm Services Layout Block B
E9 Intruder Alarm Block B
E11 Power Services Layout Block D

E12 Lighting Services Layout Block D
E13 Fire Alarm Services Layout Block D
E14 Intruder Alarm Block D
E15 Electrical Services Schematic
E16 Containment Tray Layout Block D
E17 Kitchen Power Services
E18 Electrical Site Services Layout
L1 Lift Service Block D

SECTION 5 SCHEDULE OF WORKS
Section 1 BLOCK D
ITEM DESCRIPTION / AMT

Electrical Supply and Main Distribution (Element 61)
1 Provision of the electrical supply from Block B to
Block D.
2 Works associated with main electrical connection.

3 Supply and installation of the main distribution
board.
4 Supply and installation of the sub distribution
boards.
5 Supply and installation of the complete cabling to
the distribution boards including cable tray.
6 Earthing of the entire installation.

7 Supply and installation of the power surge
equipment.
8 Supply and installation of steel conduit and
trunking to entire electrical installation.
Power Services (Element 62)
9 Supply and installation of complete sockets.

10 Supply and installation of complete fused spur
outlets.
11 Supply and installation of workstations / dado
trunking.
12 Supply and installation of data points.

13 Supply and installation of wiring for CCTV &
Intruder Alarm.
14 Supply and installation of wiring to the Heating
Controls, BMS System and Gas System.
15 Supply and installation of all wiring to solar panel
installation.
16 Supply and installation of all electrical services and
connections to kitchen equipment and plant.
Lighting Services (Element 63)
17 Supply and installation of complete primary
lighting.
18 Supply and installation of complete feature lighting.
19 Supply and complete external lighting.

20 Supply and installation of emergency lighting.
21 Supply and installation of complete switching.

22 Supply and installation of complete sensors
(absence / daylighting).
23 Supply and installation of complete lighting
controls.
Communication Services (Element 64)
24 Works associated with main Eircom connection /
capital contribution.
25 Supply and installation of the IT and telephone
systems c/w Cat 6A cabling and Universal Modem
etc.
26 Supply and installation of main and intermediate
distribution facilities.
Security Installation (Intruder Alarm) (Element 65)
27 Supply and installation of the passive infrared
intruder detectors as detailed including necessary
cabling and trunking.
28 Supply and installation of internal sounders in
circulation areas as detailed including necessary
29 Supply and installation of remote key pads detailed
including necessary cabling and trunking.
30 Supply and installation of exterior self-actuating
bell & strobe light as detailed including necessary
31 Supply and installation of control equipment as
detailed including necessary cabling and trunking.
32 Supply and installation of digital communicators
33 Supply and installation of magnetic door contacts
as detailed including necessary cabling and
trunking.
34 Supply and installation of a panic attack button at
the reception desk.
35 Supply and installation of 6 no. Mobile Personal
Attack Buttons for yard supervision.
36
Testing and commissioning entire system.
Security Installation CCTV Installation (Element 65)
37 Electrical requirements of the system.

38
Supply and installation of cameras as detailed.
39 Supply and installation of cabling and trunking as
detailed.

40 Supply and installation of IP65 Cat 6A points for

future connection,
41 Supply and installation of monitors as detailed.

42 Supply and installation of network video recorder
as detailed.
43 Testing and commissioning the system as detailed.

44 Supply and installation of uninterruptible power
supply.
Security Installation (Element 65)
45 Supply and installation of complete Fire Alarm
System.
46 Supply and installation of Door Hold-open devices
(floor and wall mounted).
47 Commissioning of entire system upon completion.
48 Supply and installation of door access system.
49 Supply and installation of disabled alarm services.

Indirect
50 Compilation of As Built documentation and
Manuals for the complete electrical installation
(electronic & hard copies) and induction of services
to end user.
51 Testing and commissioning all systems listed
herein
52 As built drawings and data books (three disk
copies and three hard copies of all)
53 Staff demonstrations and training

54 Recommissioning of all systems following a full
year of operation
55 Decommissioning and removal of all redundant
services
56 Co-ordination of services
Total for Section 1 BLOCK D

Section 2 BLOCK B

1 Removal and disposal of all electrical services
being replaced.
2 Works associated with main electrical connection
from ESB supply.
3 Supply and installation of external consumer unit
and connections.
4 Supply and commissioning of 125 KVA generator
and automatic change over switch.
board.
6 Amount for all cabling and connections to bring
power to Blocks A, D and C.
boards.
the distribution boards.

equipment.
trunking to entire electrical installation in the swtich
room, plant room and external areas.
12 Amount for conduiting and trunking in apartments.


outlets.
15 Supply and installation of workstations.

Intruder Alarm.
18 Supply and installation of wiring the Heating
Controls & BMS System
19 Supply and installation of all wiring to solar panel
installation.
lighting.


controls.
etc.
28 Supply and installation of main distribution
facilities.
31 Supply and installation key pads as detailed
including necessary cabling and trunking.
trunking.
36 Supply and installation of a panic attack button at
the reception desk.
37 Testing and commissioning entire system.

39 Supply and installation of cameras as detailed.

detailed.


future connection,

43 Supply and installation of cabling and equipment to
connect to NVR in Block D and similar for Block C.

System.

Indirect
to end user.
herein

year of operation
services
Total for Section 2 BLOCK B

Section 3 BLOCK A

1 Removal and disposal of all electrical services
being replaced.
2 Works associated with main electrical connection
from ESB supply.
board.
4 Amount for all cabling and connections to bring
power to Blocks A and C from B.
boards.
the distribution boards.

equipment.
trunking to entire electrical installation in the switch
room, plant room and external areas.

outlets.
12 Supply and installation of workstations.

Intruder Alarm.
15 Supply and installation of wiring the Heating
Controls & BMS System
lighting.


controls.
etc.
24 Supply and installation of main distribution
facilities.
27 Supply and installation of remote key pads as
trunking.
32 Supply and installation of a panic attack button.
33 Testing and commissioning entire system.

35 Supply and installation of cameras as detailed.

detailed.
future connection,

39 Supply and installation of necessary cabling and
equipment to connect to NVR in Block D and
similar for Block C.


41 Supply and installation of uninterruptible power
supply.
System.

Indirect
to end user.
herein

year of operation
services
53 Co-ordination of services.
Total for Section 3 BLOCK A

Section 4 SITE SERVICES

Site Services
1 Amount for supply and installation of incoming
ESB, Eircom, Television Services to Block B..
2 Amount to be included for the provision of power
services from Block A, C and D.
3 Amount for the provision of telephone services
from Block A, C and D.
4 Amount for the provision of fire alarm services from
Block A, C and D.
5 Amount to be included for the provision of data
6 Amount to be included for the provision of security
7 Amount to be included for services to external
gate.
8 Amount to be included for complete external
lighting services.
9 Amount to be included for oil theft detection
system, in 2no. oil storage tanks..
10 Amount to be included for all other external
electrical supplies.
Indirect
to end user.
herein

year of operation
services
Total for Section 4 SITE SERVICES

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SPECIFICATION

ELECTRICAL SERVICES INSTALLATION

FELLOWSHIP HOUSE, SPUR HILL, DOUGHCLOYNE,

OUR REF: JG/MOS/E06.1255

Signed Off Date

Tender Issue Rev. 1 John Geaney 10/10/2016

Section 1 INTRODUCTION 04-07

Section 2 SCOPE OF WORKS & PROJECT PARTICULARS 08-68

Section 3 GENERAL SPECFICIATI7ON 69-119

E06.1255 Electrical TD October 2016 2 Rev. 1

3.18 Lighting Installation

Section 4 SCHEDULE OF DRAWINGS 120

Section 5 SCHEDULE OF WORKS 121-130

E06.1255 Electrical TD October 2016 3 Rev. 1

Date: 10/10/2016 Revision No.: E06.1255 Rev. 1

The works involved have to include the services installations in the

Electrical Services shall include Main Distribution, Power & General

The Electrical Contractor is fully responsible for coordinating of his

The contractor shall be, at the discretion of the Engineer, required to

All components of the electrical services installation must have

E06.1255 Electrical TD October 2016 4 Rev. 1

Where required, proof of installers manufacturer training shall be

1.3 DESIGN EXCLUSIONS

The following is a list of Design Exclusions for which the Electrical

1. Fabrication drawings and the co-ordinated installation / working

2. Bracket and support detailed design and location (All types,

3. Compliance with the Construction, Design and Maintenance

4. Details of electrical wiring diagrams of all equipment supplied by

5. Details of all equipment component design and selection

6. Automatic controls detailed design to meet the full physical

7. Final exact location of control sensors, detectors and

8. Capacity, location and design of electrical conduit system,

Sizing of cable termination to be in accordance with the current

Ensure cable sizing selections as specified are not invalidated by

Detailed design of earthing and bonding requirements to be in

E06.1255 Electrical TD October 2016 5 Rev. 1

Lightning Protection System. It is the responsibility of the lightning

1.4 IMPORTANT NOTE

In these specifications trade names and/or suppliers are sometimes

Other materials/suppliers may be put forward for consideration as

Approval for substitution of equivalent materials/suppliers will be given

Equivalence of an offered substitution will be judged on the basis of

Where appropriate verification is provided through a detailed technical

Alternative suppliers/installers will need to prove their ability to perform

E06.1255 Electrical TD October 2016 6 Rev. 1

CONSULTING SERVICES ENGINEERS

E06.1255 Electrical TD October 2016 7 Rev. 1

SECTION 2 SCOPE OF WORK & PROJECT PARTICULARS

PROPOSED SCOPE OF WORKS BLOCK D

Note : This specification is prepared using the National Standard Building

2.0 Services (Mainly Electrical)

The extent of the works consist briefly of:

(a) Incoming underground electrical supply from Block B

2.1 Electrical Supply and Main Distribution (Element 61)

2.1.1. Utilities Connection

Main and Sub distribution boards shall be erected as indicated

E06.1255 Electrical TD October 2016 8 Rev. 1

2.1.2. Central Earthing.

2.1.2.1 The Contractor shall note that the:

(i) The main water service, incoming fuel oil

(ii) Earthing connectors to pipes etc are to be

(iii) The Contractor shall include for connecting

copper cable from the main earthing

(iv) The Contractor shall include for connecting