METHOD STATEMENT FOR

INSTALLATION OF EMT CONDUIT &

ACCESSORIES

Contract No. : 148-C01

Project Title : P&C OF SECURITY FORCES IN RIC
Royal Commission in Jubail

10/12/2017
TABLE OF CONTENTS

Description Page

1. TITLE 1

2. SCOPE OF WORK 1-8

2.1 General Description
2.2 Plant and Equipment
2.3 Materials & Storage Handling
2.4 Site Planning and Preparation
2.5 Work Methodology
2.6 Organization, Responsibilities and Supervision
2.7 Work Force

3. HEALTH AND SAFETY 8-11

3.1 Risk Assessments
3.2 Jubail ES&H Contractor Requirements
3.3 Protective and Safety Equipment
3.4 Contractual requirements
3.5 Information to Personnel
3.6 Emergency Procedures
3.7Permit Requirements

4. ENVIRONMENTAL ISSUES 11-12

4.1 Environmental Impact Assessment
4.2 Jubail ES&H Contractor Requirements
4.3 Contractual Requirements
4.4 Emergency Procedure

5. QUALITY ASSURANCE 12-13

5.1 Contractual Requirements
5.2 Critical Works
5.3 Inspection and Testing
5.4 Follow-up and Evaluation

6. APPENDICES 13
Attachment 1- Risk Assessment Details for Formworks Installation
Attachment 2 - STARRT Card

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1.0 TITLE

Method Statement for Installation of EMT Conduits & Accessories

2.0 SCOPE OF WORK

2.1 GENERAL DESCRIPTION

This method statement explains the detailed requirements and procedures for the installation of EMT
Conduits and accessories that has to be installed on the Exposed surface of a building as part of the
scope of Othman Saleh Al-Ghamdi Contracting (OSG) under Contract No.: 148-C01, P&C of Security
Forces in Ras Al-Khair Industrial City, KSA.

The purpose of this method statement specify the detailed requirements and procedures for the
installation of EMT conduits for the exposed surface installation requirement for MEP services of the
building at project site. This work shall be carried out in accordance with RC specifications and to make
sure that quality standards are being followed. This method statement also includes inspections and
direction to avoid hazards and injuries to all personnel working at site and to meet the requirements
specified in the Drawings and Project specifications.

2.2 PLANT AND EQUIPMENT

 Painting Brush
 Measuring tape
 Cutting plier
 Box spanner set
 Bending tools / Pipe Bender
 Drilling Machine
 Round files
 Screw Drivers
 Marker
 Hacksaw Frame with blades
 1Kg Hammer
 Spirit Level
 Grinder with cutting disc

2.3 MATERIALS DELIVERY, STORAGE & HANDLING

The Contractor shall deliver, handle and store equipment and material in accordance with SECTIONS
01650 and 01660, as well as the following requirements: Provide marking on each item in accordance
with the referenced standards. Ship each unit securely wrapped, crated and labeled for safe
handling in shipment and to avoid damage or distortion. On arrival at site, the equipment/material
shall be checked for completeness and physical damage. Store equipment in secured, dry and clean
storage facility as recommended by manufacturer. Lift the equipment using eyes, yokes, and skids

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provided for the purpose by manufacturer. Provide supports for vertical units to prevent them from
overturning. The Contractor shall be responsible for any damage occurring during transportation,
handling and storage of the equipment.

MECHANICAL HANDLING OF MATERIALS

The driver of boom truck/crane used for shifting the material from store to site shall be authorized and
hold SAG's driving license/SAG's operator license.

2.4 SITE PLANNING AND PREPARATION

 OSG shall deploy competent Engineer/ supervisor at site during the entire roughing ins works.
 OSG shall obtain all necessary encroachment permits as required prior to start the works if
necessary.
 OSG ES & H and site management team shall organize effective communication to OSG & sub
contractors' personnel by conducting daily safety tool box meeting identifying the area of work.
 OSG ES & H and OSG site management team evaluate the work location prior to start of any
work.

2.4.1 Planning

OSG will plan for the work to be done safely. It will ensure that a site specific health and safety
management plan is prepared and documented for each place of work for construction and installation
works at site. The plan describes how the work is to be done safely. It will be monitored to ensure that
work is carried out according to HSE requirements. The plan will be maintained and up to date during
the course of this activity. Before construction and installation works start, OSG with consultation to RC
representative, will also consider:

 An assessment of the risks involved in carrying out the work.

 The most appropriate method to prevent any risk of injury.
 An assessment of the ground conditions and working environment.
 Providing suitable and safe access to and from the work place including the work area.
 Where necessary the exact location of the work will be clearly marked.
 The identification and marking of the location of any above ground, underground or overhead
services.
 Electrical safety, including the location of underground and above ground service cables,
nearby overhead power lines and providing systems of work which comply with RC and HSE
regulations.
 That all persons carrying out the work will receive appropriate supervision, training and
instruction.
 Establishment of emergency and rescue procedures in the event of an emergency.

2.4.2 Preparation

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The Electrical Superintendent will plan the EMT & accessories Installation works. The instructions will
be given to the Site/Field Engineer in the form of a documented plan or verbally if these categorized
that documented plan is not needed.
2.5 WORK METHODOLOGY

 INSTALLATION

o Surface conduits shall be Electrical Metallic Tubing, Fittings and elbows shall be
from same manufacturer.
o Set out the proper location, elevation and conduit routing on the walls and slab
soffits as per project specification and approved shop drawings.
o Mark the location of conduit routing as per approved shop drawings. Coordinate
the installation of conduits & wiring devices boxes with other trades where
applicable.
o Conduit shall not be allowed to run exposed in any finished areas. All areas shall
be considered finished unless otherwise indicated. Electrical and mechanical
rooms shall be classed as unfinished areas.
o Exposed conduits should be installed in groups, parallel to the building lines and
accurately in line and level. Conduits shall run from box to box, box to panel,
pull/junction box and shall be secured to all boxes with connectors and lock nuts in
such a way that the system shall be electrically and mechanically continuous
throughout its lengths or span.
o Exposed EMT conduits shall be supported by using approved saddles, while
distances shall be maintained as per project specification and as per
manufacturer’s recommendation.
o Clamps shall be attached to the masonry walls by means of expansion shields,
PVC fisher with screws. Approved beam clamps or equivalent should be used to
attach conduits to exposed steel works.
o All bends and offsets of EMT conduits shall be done using manual bending tools
properly and care shall be taken while bending to ensure no flattening or denting to
be occurred.
o Suitable GI covers shall be provided for conduit fittings of all exposed EMT
conduits.
o When installed under covered at wet external area, it shall have water tight sealed
joints.
o Respective type of fittings shall be used for particular purposes as per project
specification and manufacturer’s recommendation.
o Running couplers with locknuts shall not be permitted only three-piece conduit
union shall be accepted.
o Pipe sleeves shall be installed and properly secured at all points where conduits
pass through masonry, or concrete. Pipe sleeves shall be sufficient diameter to
provide approximately 15mm clearance around the outside wall. Pipe sleeves
through concrete floors shall be steel pipe and shall be installed 25mm above
finished floor and shall be fire stopped after conduit is installed.

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 o Fix the sleeves, if any, as per approved shop drawings and specification, during
the construction of structural elements.
o Raise request for inspection of levels and location of sleeves installation as per
approved shop drawing and specification to the consultant.
o Ensure exposed EMT conduits are installed only in allowed areas i.e. plant rooms
of the buildings or the areas which are allowed or approved for exposed conduit
work, lobbies or corridors etc.
o Install conduits so that there is no interference with access opening in ceilings,
removal of ceiling tiles, or access to equipment in the ceiling space.
o No conduits shall be installed within 150mm of gas & water pipes, where the
crossing are unavoidable a minimum distance of 150mm shall be maintained from
pipe covering.
o Nylon fish cord shall be installed in every empty conduit with end caps and bushing
at both ends as per project specification.
o All the conduits shall be provided with identification as per project specification at
both ends of the conduit runs immediately after the installation for easy
identification purposes. Separate conduits shall be installed for each circuit as per
specification.
o During construction identify all conduits with sprayed on color at both terminations
immediately after installation. The following color code shall be used generally as
per project specification.
o Check if any damages are occurred on the conduits during the construction
activities, the same shall be replaced as per approved shop drawings.
o Sufficient draw-in boxes shall be approved to permit easy wiring. The following
shall be apply:
No. of right angled Bends Max. distance between draw boxes
NIL 10 m
1 10 m
2 6m

o Pull boxes shall be provided for easy wiring and distance shall be maintained for
pull bos location as per specification. The whole conduit system shall be effectively
earthed
o Raise inspection request when work is completed for Installation of EMT conduit
and accessories to the consultant / client.

2.6 ORGANIZATION, RESPONSIBILITY AND SUPERVISION

Responsibility and Supervision

2.6.1 CONSTRUCTION MANAGER shall be responsible for implementing this Work Method
Statement and coordinating with all personnel about these activities and organizing the
necessary resources and ensure all works conform to project quality requirements and

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 execution of works meet project schedules. He must ensure that the personnel in-charge is
competent for proper execution of this methodology.

2.6.2 ELECTRICAL SUPERINTENDENT shall be responsible person to the task and deliver
STARRT and Method Statement briefings. He shall prepare and make available all necessary
equipment and qualified personnel to perform the task. Provide safe working condition and
maintain safety system of work. Ensure construction waste management and stop any activity
that could cause harm to personnel working at site. Coordinate with QA/QC Engineer to
immediately rectify noted non-conformities and avoid delays that could be detrimental to the
project and company. Ensure all Materials, Tools and Equipment to be used are available and
in good working conditions.

2.6.3 ELECTRICAL SITE ENGINEER/SUPERVISOR Shall be responsible for carrying out all the
activities including but not limited to supervision of EMT CONDUIT installation at site and to
ensure that all installation and construction works are done as per the IFC drawings & are
carried out as per the Project Specification Requirements, organizing, coordination with the
QA/QC ENGINEER in day to day works, obtaining the clearance whenever required and
ensure the site HSE regulations are followed. To provide all necessary information and
distribute responsibilities to his construction team. To monitor the progress of work in relation
with the work program and to report to the Electrical Site Superintendent

2.6.4 SAFETY ENGINEER / OFFICER shall be responsible for the implementation of all safety
requirements. He must check and review PPE for all personnel working at site. Advise and
guide the construction team for the safe system of work based on the approved MS/ RA plus
EHS best practices and project requirements. Assist in delivery of STARRT and MS briefings.
Responsible for hazard identification that may come-up during task execution and coordinate
with site engineer for appropriate corrective action. Stop the work if hazard found is life critical.

2.6.5 QA/QC ENGINEER shall be responsible for coordination with the area/site engineer & Client's
representative and ensure the stage wise inspections were carried out and necessary
Inspection and Test Reports are made and signed by all the concern personnel as per the
approved ITP, surveillance of all related works executed in his allocated area and report any
non-conformance or areas for improvement to QA/QC Manager.

2.6.6 SUPERVISOR/ FOREMAN are responsible for performing the task in accordance to approved
MS and deliver STARRT briefing. Identify hazard and ensure correct and safe working
procedure is implemented. Ensure equipment and materials are available for proper execution
of work.

o The foreman will carry out his duties by maintaining continuous coordination with
the site engineer on daily basis, and ensure proper distribution of the workforce in
the required and planned locations.
o To ensure that his assistant foreman / charge hand is aware of the job
requirements and they have enough information to carry out their duties properly.

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 o To ensure in consultation with the site engineer that the manpower involved in the
works are moving as agreed and planned for the work.
o To ensure that the daily work is progressing as planned and advise the site
engineer of any requirement for additional resources.
o To control disposal of waste materials according to the instructions received from
the site engineer.
o To ensure full coordination with the safety officer to maintain safe working and
proper housekeeping of the site, following the approved safety measures and
further ensure that all his working team are aware of the same to prevent accident
and losses.
o To inform the site engineer and of the areas ready for inspection.
o Distribution and the control of material shall be monitored by foreman and store
keeper.
2.6.7 ELECTRICIAN/ LABOR /HELPER / DRIVER are responsible in proper execution of work and
follow safe and standard practice for construction activity. All instruction from supervisors, site
engineers is followed accordingly and proper PPEs are worn.

Organization Chart:

Safety Manager Construction Manager QA/QC Manager

Safety Engineer Superintendent QA/QC Engineer

Safety Officer Field/Site Engineer Laboratory Tech. (TPIA)

Supervisor / Foreman

Driver Laborer Helper Electrician

2.7 WORK FORCE

 Construction Manager
 QA/QC Engineer
 Electrical / Telecom Superintendent
 Site Engineer - Electrical / Telecom

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  Safety Engineer / Supervisor
 Foremen/ Lead man
 Equipment Operator
 Electrician / Technician
 Helpers
 Driver

3.0 HEALTH AND SAFETY

3.1 RISK ASSESSMENT

See Appendix 1 - Risk Assessment Details for Installation of EMT & Accessories Works.

3.1.1 Contractor will manage risks to health and safety associated with application of EMT Installation
works before the work commences.

3.1.2 The Contractor Safety Department shall critically assess all activities of the risks or release of
present hazards prior to commencement of the work and shall use the following tools such as:
Prior initiate, all foremen and supervisors will communicate to the crew all job hazards and the
way to prevent them using STARRT process. Safety staff will verify this process and will
provide support to Foremen, Supervisors and Workers.

3.1.3 The assessment aims to identify the degree of risk associated with each activity and determine
the necessary preventive and use appropriate PPE's to reduce the risk to "as low as
reasonable practicable" level for the work to proceed safely.

3.2 JUBAIL ENVIRONMENTAL, SAFETY AND HEALTH CONTRACTOR REQUIREMENT

3.2.1 Environmental, Safety and Health standards and systems shall be strictly implemented. Best
accepted industry practices shall be applied throughout the project.

3.2.2 Contractor will take precautions to ensure the health and safety of all its personnel. It shall
exercise and enforce all necessary care and measures to preclude exposure of personnel,
laborers and nearby residents (if any) to potential health hazards and environmental pollutants.

3.2.3 The contractor shall observe the proper waste management and accidental spillage of any
combustible materials. Take necessary precautions to prevent pollution of ground with fuel, oil,
chemicals or other harmful materials.

3.3 PROTECTIVE AND SAFETY EQUIPMENT

3.3.1 Personnel working at site shall have proper PPEs such as:

 Safety Helmet
 Safety Shoes

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  Working Gloves
 Safety Goggles
 Respirator
 Gas/Dust Mask

3.4 CONTRACTUAL REQUIREMENTS

3.4.1 Contractor shall apply the Zero Accident Philosophy which promote the fact that all work related
accidents, incidents and illnesses are preventable.
3.4.2 Implementing the EH&S Program and formally communicating to all for full understanding of all
levels in the contractor's organization.
3.4.3 All wastes will be collected, separated into hazardous and non-hazardous for proper disposal.
Hazardous wastes will be stored until disposal by contractor in accordance with the
requirements of the relevant government agencies.
3.4.4 Non-hazardous waste will be considered for landfill or sent to an approved agent for recycling.
Coordination with local environmental regulatory agencies will be made before any discharges I
disposal.
3.4.5 Contractor shall take cognizance of ecologically sensitive areas in both onshore and offshore
areas and shall conduct its activities in a manner that minimize adverse effects to these areas.

3.5 INFORMATION TO PERSONNEL

3.5.1 All personnel working at site shall have full knowledge and expertise in the Installation of EMT
and accessories works for proper application of materials that will be prepared in process.
Occupational health and safety program shall be properly communicated and implemented.
Everyone should be aware of the completion date and quality requirements in accordance to
RC specifications.

3.6 EMERGENCY PROCEDURES

3.6.1 In the event of accident occurring, a procedure will be adopted. For all injuries a detailed record
will be maintained on site. Minor injuries will be treated in site if possible, utilizing a standard
first aid kit available on site for initial treatment, and site nurse will provide immediate
assistance. More serious injuries will be treated by a suitable qualified off site party or brought
the patient to the nearest hospital for medical treatment and shall be administered by
professional health care personnel. In either event, all parties requiring information shall be
notified and be informed.

3.6.2 Final investigation shall be conducted with regards to the accident and safety measures will be
provided to avoid recurrence.

3.6.3 It will be the responsibility of the supervisor to constantly assess the individual capabilities with
respect to the work to be performed with his experience, competence and most importantly, his
ability to complete the work in safe manner without incurring risk to himself and his co-workers.

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3.6.4 In any emergencies, immediately sound an alarm to attract the attention of nearby co-workers.
Contact the following and provide your name, designation, company and exact location:

OSG Construction Manager Yasser Marawan 0592221225

OSG Safety Manager Mumtaz Hussein 0598003608
RC Security Department 013 341-7777
External Emergency Services
Police 999
Fire & Civil Defense 998
Ambulance 997

3.7 PERMITTING REQUIREMENTS

Environment Permits and other permits required in the concreting works shall be secured.

4.0 ENVIRONMENTAL ISSUES

4.1 ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT ASSESSMENT

Waste Control

To prevent pollution of the environment by hazardous waste, all Equipment shall be dully maintained to
avoid the emission of the dripping of oil and chemicals.
In the case of operation in any equipment is observed to be leaking oil and chemicals, a drip-plate shall
be positioned to collect the waste in the interim before the equipment is sent for repairs. While a drip
plate used, watchman should accompany with extinguisher in view of the fire risk.
As stated above, containment shall be provided to avoid waste pollution. Waste shall not be thrown into
anybody of water. Summary effort shall be geared towards elimination of all from of hazardous
discharge to land, water and air.
Where total elimination is not possible, standard and conventional reduction and control measures shall
be applied to cushion their effect.

Waste Management

Within the scope of operations, waste management shall involve the collection, segregation, storage
and proper disposal of waste. To this effect, emphasis shall be laid on:
 Source Reduction
 Process re-engineering
 Improved housekeeping

Contractor shall pursue high standard housekeeping

To achieve this, waste skips (buckets) shall be provided to accommodate different categories of waste.
Metals shall be collected in metal skips (buckets).
Wood, Paper and other combustible materials shall be collected in a metal skips.
Organic waste shall be collected in skips for organic materials.
Used oil shall be collected in drum and sent to use oil dump.

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Used batteries shall be not mixed with either combustible, metal or organic waste they shall be stored
separately in a designated safety area, labeled and disposed according to environmental regulations.

Waste Material Disposal

1. Scrap lumber shall be placed in piles or containers Waste material and rubbish shall be placed
in containers.
2. Waste material and rubbish shall not be thrown down from a height of more than 1.8M.
3. Chutes for debris shall be enclosed except for openings equipped with closures at or about
floor lever for the insertion of materials. Openings at all stories below the top floor shall be kept
closed when not in use.
4. Whenever materials are dropped to any point lying outside the exterior walls or the building, an
enclosed chute of wood or equivalent material shall be used.
5. Separate covered non-flammable/non-reactive labeled containers shall be provided for the
collection of garbage oily flammable and hazardous waste (such as caustics, acids and harmful
dust) the contents will be properly disposed of daily.
6. Used roofing maps shall be stored outside the building and away from combustible materials.

4.2 JUBAIL ENVIRONMENTAL SAFETY AND HEALTH CONTRACTOR REQUIREMENTS

4.2.1 Contractor will take precautions to ensure the health and safety of the staff and labors. It shall
exercise and enforce all necessary care and measures to preclude exposure of personnel,
labor and nearby residents (if any) to potential health hazards and environmental pollutants.

4.2.2 Contractor shall observe the proper waste management and accidental spillage of any
combustible materials.

4.3 CONTRACTUAL REQUIREMENTS

 Safety Officer will designate a location where the contractors can temporarily dump their
wastes.
 Toilet facilities will be arranged as per RC requirements.

4.4 EMERGENCY PROCEDURE

 Eye wash bays to be provided on site.
 Walking passages shall be clear from obstacles
 Assembly point shall be located on clearly visible area.
 Transportation will be ensured all time during working hours at site for any emergency situation

5.0 QUALITY ASSURANCE / QUALITY CONTROL

5.1 CONTRACTUAL REQUIREMENTS

 Approved drawings
 Approved method statement

5.2 CRITICAL WORK ACTIVITY

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5.2.1 Heavy Equipment operation and movement at the area of construction works.

5.2.2 Qualified personnel and equipment operators shall be certified in accordance to RC

qualification of personnel.

5.3 INSPECTION AND TEST PLAN

5.3.1 Contractor shall ensure that relevant ITP had been prepared and approved prior to
commencement of work at site. Inspection and Test Records had been prepared, incorporated
and shall be signed by respective client representatives as work progress.
5.4 FOLLOW UP AND EVALUATION

5.4.1 Contractor QC representative shall ensure correct process and methods had been carried out.
The sequence of activity shall be conducted in accordance to ITP.

5.4.2 Ensure the activity had been completed properly corresponding to acceptance criteria and all
test reports and records had been signed and accepted by RC representative.

5.4.3 Royal Commission representative has been notified 24 hours prior to start of work, inspection,
testing and final acceptance.

6.0 APPENDIXES

Attachment 1 - Risk Assessment details for Installation of EMT & accessories Works

Attachment 2 - STARRT CARD - Upon approval of this method statement and prior to start of any
activity, STARRT shall be conducted by the Supervisor / Foreman. Attendees shall be required to sign
the attendance sheet with a brief of the approved MS (according to new construction management
tools).

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