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ELECTRICAL CONDUIT AND BOXES
METHOD STATEMENT FOR INSTALLATION OF ELECTRICAL CONDUIT AND BOXES
Table of Contents
Method Statement for Installation of Electrical Conduit and Boxes (PVC, EPVC, Gl, RGS,
EMT,)
Method Statement for Installation of Electrical Conduit and Boxes:
1. Purpose:
2. Scope:
3. Reference:
4. Material and Equipments:
4.1 Material Handling and Storage:
5. Procedure:
5.1. Installation of PVC, Heavy Gauge PVC and flexible PVC conduit (open Conduiting) :
5.2. Installation of Steel Conduit (RGS and Heavy Gauge Rigid Steel):
5.3. Installation of Exposed Conduits (EMT. RGS Heavy Gauge & PVC Coated):
5.4 Installation of Embedded Conduit inSlab and Walls (PVC, RGS):
5.5. Standard Procedures:
5.6. Safety Control:
5.7. Inspection and Testing Procedures:
5.8. STATUTE OF COMPLETION:
1.Purpose:
The purpose of generating this method statement is to define the procedure for Installation of
Electrical Conduit and boxes through guidelines contained herein to ensure that the job execution complies
with the requirement where applicable in the project.
2.Scope:
This method statement covers all processes related to installation of the mentioned system as per
project specification, manufacturer recommendation. approved drawings, Civil defense approval and
regulation. The manpower and time scale required depends on the number of conduits and boxes which will
be install.
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3.Reference:
o Project specifications
o Panel schedule
o Approved Shop drawings
o Single line diagram (SLD)
o Material submittal
o Project Quality plan
o Project HSE Plan
o Civil Defense Approval
o Programme Minimum H&S Construction Standard
o Health & Safety Plan
o Emergency Response Plan (ERP)
o LOTO Procedure
o Rescue Plan
4.Material And Equipment:
The Following tools shall be arranged before starting the Job. All Materials are as per specifications
and approved material submittal.
o Mini Hacksaw Frame with Blades
o Choke Ume Powder with sufficient length of Thread
o Measuring Tape
o Wire Cutter
o Ladder/Scaffolding
o Manual Auger Bit
o Hammer
o Hacksaw/Jigsaw M/C
o Cent punch
o Wooden hammer
o Electrical drill (only for surface installation worlc:s)
o Diagonal- cutter pliers
o Shank: screwdriver
o Drill M/C portable hand tools
o Portable drill M/C grinding M/C
o Spirit level &water level
o Step ladder
Safety requirements tools such as safety shoes. safety helmet. safety glasses, fluorescent vest. and
safety gloves to ensure maximum ability of safe wort and dust mask when require.
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4.1 MATERIAL HANDLING AND STORAGE:
o On receipt of the conduit, boxes and fittings materials at site necessary precautions shall be taken for
unloading, shifting & storage as follows:
o Material shall be stored in a covered I dry space at all the time to avoid corrosion.
o All materials received at site shall be inspected and ensured that the materials are as per approved
material submittal.
o Any discrepancies, damage etc., found will be notified and reported for further action.
o Material found not suitable for site use will be removed from site immediately.
o Storage of conduit, boxes and fittings materials should be in a clean, dry, ’’NO SMOKING” area and
should be restricted to access by authorized personnel only.
o Storage condition shall be such that conduit, boxes and fittings materials are not subject to rough handling
or physical damage. Storage shall be in cool place and in condition no humidity and moisture.
o These materials must be stored under shelter to protect the boxes from the elements and raised to protect
them from dampness or wet surface.
5. Procedure:
5.1 NSTALLATION OF PVC, HEAVY GAUGE PVC AND FLEXIBLE EPVC CONDUIT (OPEN
CONDUITING):
o Survey and mark out the exact location of all boxes in ceiling or wall conduits follow all the distances,
height and marking given in the approved layout & detail drawings.
o Ensure that the work site locations have been released and ready for safe works execution especially the
wall surface where boxes and conduits are to be installed.
o Rigid heavy duty PVC conduits shall be used for Lighting and power systems, Low current systems,
above false ceilings and embedded areas as Per Project Specifications and approved shop Drawings.
o Expansion ring. PVC boxes, adopters. male bushes, locking nuts shall be utilized as per
approved shop drawings.
o Connect conduits terminating in switchgear, fuse boards, trunking, adaptable boxes or other non-spouted
enclosure with smooth bore male PVC bushing and sockets.
o Ensure that conduit connections are tight and fixed rigid.
o The outlets shall not run more than the permissible numbers of conduits to any surface wall outlet.
o The exposed conduit work is to be installed so as not to interfere with ceiling inserts. lights or ventilation
ducts or outlets.
o Use approved hot bent method to bend the PVC conduit if conduit over 25 mm and below.
o 25 diameters use cold bent by bending spring.
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o The conduits on walls are to be run neatly, horizontally or vertically.
o Provide pulling wire (GI wire or equivalent strength cord) in each conduit. Secure the wire inside the box
or at end of conduits and covered.
o Any changes in the routing of conduits shall be mark in the as built drawing.
o All installed conduits to be protected until the next activity and final handover.
5.2 INSTALLATION OF STEEL CONDUIT (RGS AND HEAVY GAUGE RIGID STEEL):
o Survey and mark out the exact location of all boxes in ceiling or wall (Concealed) follow all the distances,
height and marking given in the approved Shop Drawing and IFC drawing.
o After verifying the exact location and provided all the necessary mark out, start installing the box by drilling
in the concrete wall, column or ceiling and fixed the box.
o After completing the installation of the box, start fixing the conduits. Conduit shall be securely fastened in
wall.
o Where a conduit is placed in a sheet metal enclosure or outlet boxes it shall be securely fixed using
Locknuts arrangements.
o Ensure that conduit threads are properly cut. Conduit shall be cut using a saw or a roll cutter (pipe cutter).
Care should be taken to ensure a straight cut. After cutting end conduit fittings are to be cleaned, cut ends
are to be reamed to remove burrs and sharp edges.
o Thread less couplings and connector used with conduit shall be made tight. Where installed in locations,
they shall be the rain tight type. Thread less or screw type coupling and connectors shall not be used on
threaded conduit ends unless listed for the purpose.
o Threads of plugs, junction boxes and other fittings shall be lightly lubricated with rust preventive grease
before assembly.
o Provide pulling wire (GI wire or equivalent strength cord) in each conduit. Secure the wire inside the box
or at end of conduits and covered.
o Remaining threads on galvanized steel conduits are to be filled with touch up paint.
o Any changes in the routing of conduits shall be mark in the as built drawing.
5.3 INSTALLATION OF EXPOSED CONDUITS (EMT. RGS HEAVY GAUGE & PVC COATED):
o Survey and mark out the exact location of all boxes in ceiling or wall (exposed conduits
installation). Follow all the distances. height and marking as per approved shop drawing.
o Exposed RGS conduits shall be installed in mechanical rooms and outdoor installation.
o EMT conduits shall be used above false ceiling.
o Expansion arrangement shall be made for RGS & EMT conduits when crossing expansion joints.
o Ensure that work site locations have been released and ready for safe works execution. especially the
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wall surface where boxes and conduits are to be installed. (wall shall be
painted minimum first coat of approved paint before installing the boxes and conduits).
o After verifying the exact location and provided all the necessary mark out. start installing the box by drilling
in the concrete wall. column. or ceiling and fixed the box using anchor bolt (plastic or metal anchor).
o Electrical Metallic Tubing (EMT) shall be used for exposed fixings and above false ceiling wherever
applicable as per the project Specifications and approved Shop drawings.
o Rigid heavy gauge steel conduit is used for all exposed installation such as mechanical.
electrical equipment rooms and all hazardous area.
o Ensure that the boxes are Inspected fort alignment. height. distances. flatness after fixing and bolts/screw
are securely fastened.
o The conduits on walls are to be run neatly, horizontally or vertically as may be required as per the
approved Shop drawings
o After installation of the boxes. fix conduits. Conduit shall be securely fastened in ceiling. or wall using
approved double hole clamp not exceeding the distance specified in project specifications.
o Where a conduit enters a box. fitting. or other enclosure. a bushing & locknut shall be provided to protect
the wire from abrasion unless the design of the box. fitting. or enclosure is such as to afford equivalent
protection.
o The outlets do not run more than the permissible numbers of conduits to any surface wall outlet
o The exposed conduit work is to be installed so as not to interfere with ceiling inserts.lights or ventilation
ducts or outlets
o Thread less couplings and connector used with conduit shall be made tight. Where installed in wet
locations. they shall be the rain tight type. Thread less or screw type couplings and connectors shall not
be used on threaded conduit ends unless listed for the purpose.
o Ensure that conduit connections are wrench tight.
o Provide pulling wire (GI wire or equivalent strength cord) in each conduit. Secure the wire inside the box
or at end of conduits and covered. Channel erector system components (Unit strut or similar) used to
support conduits. cable trays, enclosures. lighting fixtures and other electrical equipment shall be made
hot-dip galvanized (preferably).
o All field cuts unit-strut shall be touch up with approved paint
o Any changes in the routing of conduits shall be mark in the as built drawing.
o All installed conduits to be protected until the next activity and final handover.
5.4 INSTALLATION OF EMBEDDED CONDUIT IN SLAB AND WALLS (PVC, RGS):
o PVC conduits in reinforced concrete structures are generally to be installed after placing
reinforcement and before concreting, using the steel boxes and fittings such as coupling,
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adapters with locknuts, and PVC solvent. Sizes of conduits and boxes to be installed as per approved
shop drawings.
o PVC Conduits shall only install embedded in concrete slab or block work, exposed PVC
conduits works is not permitted.
o Survey and marks out the exact location of all boxes, conduits in the slab and walls.
o Ensure the coupling of conduit and termination into spouted fittings is to be made watertight and
permanent using special cement.
o Ensure bending of conduits is done using appropriate methods without compensating the internal
diameter of conduits.
o For bending purpose only bending spring or PVC elbow shall be utilized.
o Ensure the connect conduit terminating in switchgear, fuse boards, trunking adaptable boxes or other
non-spouted enclosures etc., with smooth bore male PVC bushes and sockets.
o Ensure the semi-permanent adhesive use in joints requiring expansion couplers.
o Ensure the ends of conduit and conduit fittings are to be cleaned and jointed using
o PVC cement recommended by manufacturer.
o All box unused opening shall be closed using masking or duct tape.
o Provide pulling wire (GI wire or equivalent strength cord) in each conduit. Secure the wire inside the box
or at end of conduits.
o All conduit stubs up are properly capped until wiring conductors are drawn in.
o All installed conduits to be protected until the next activity and final handover.
o Any changes in the routing of conduits shall be mark in the as built drawing.
5.5 STANDARD PROCEDURES:
o All equipment's connected to power supply must be grounded.
o All metal parts, structural steel. cable trays, piping, reinforced concrete must be grounded.
o All joints shall be according to shop drawing.
5.6 SAFETY CONTROL:
A. Safety Rules during Conduits Installation Activities
o All hand tools and power tools shall be good in quality and working condition.
o Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) required varying type of works.
o Always check: and inspect if the scaffolding, ladder used for fixing supports, boxes and conduits are on
safe condition and position before starting the work: activities.
o Be sure that all access for installation of fixing supports, boxes and conduits have no obstruction at all
times that may cause accident.
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o Safety sign board, barricades shall be erected to the working areas if required.
o Ensure good housekeeping at all times, k:eep work: area clear from obstruction.
o Traffic Management Arrangements, Access & Egress - Security Measures shall be provided.
B. Emergency Arrangements
o General: Site general safety procedures will be followed. In case of emergency the Safety Officer or the
most senior employee present will stop the work:, and make the necessary emergency arrangements and
report to the assembly points as described during Site Induction Course.
o Fire Precautions: No significant fire risks associated with this activity but general fire
o precaution measures will be taken as per Client instructions.
o Communication from site areas to Site Office via mobile phones (Bravo) issued to all engineers. In
emergency situations the users of mobile phones (Bravo) to be notified if deemed that this can speed up
notification of relevant personnel and/or the Project Site Clinic.
5.7 INSPECTION AND TESTING PROCEDURES:
A. Inspection
The conduit, boxes and fittings shell be given a visual inspection by the Engineer during the installation.
The Contractor should not allow any backfilling of trenches or pits where these systems are installed before
inspection by the Engineer and the appropriate documents are signed.
Material delivered shell be inspected under the Engineer’s supervisor about size, quality and quantity.
Shop-drawing approved.
Material approved.
Check installation (connection, routing, and quantity) according and fittings.
Check installation according to approved shop drawings and manufacturer’s recommendation.
5.8 STATUTE OF COMPLETION:
After finishing the installation works of Grounding System, inspection shell be carried out and approved by
relative parties such as: Consultant, Person and civil defense.
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