METHOD STATEMENT OF GCB

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Contents
1.

Purpose....................................................................................................................................2

2.

Scope........................................................................................................................................2

3.

Definitions...............................................................................................................................2

4.

References................................................................................................................................2

5.

Responsibilities........................................................................................................................2
15.

Site Manager:....................................................................................................................2

25.

Site Engineer:....................................................................................................................2

35.

HSE Manager from PPR:..................................................................................................3

45.

Supervising Engineer:.......................................................................................................3

6.

IMPLEMENTATION..............................................................................................................3
16.

General..............................................................................................................................3

26.

Equipment List..................................................................................................................3

36.

Transport, Storage.............................................................................................................4

46.

Preparing Element Prior to Installation.............................................................................4

6.3.1. Elements Cutting and Welding....4

56.
7.

Installation.........................................................................................................................4
HSE..........................................................................................................................................5

17.

Personal protective equipment..........................................................................................5

27.

Machinery.........................................................................................................................5

37.

Lifting operations..............................................................................................................5

47.

Access and housekeeping..................................................................................................6

57.

Manual handling...............................................................................................................6

67.

Restriction.........................................................................................................................6

7.

Fire prevention and protection..........................................................................................6

87.

Emergency response..........................................................................................................6

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1. Purpose
Purpose of this method statement is to define the sequence of GCB installation and safe execution of the
job.

2. Scope
The procedure applies for GCB transportation, handling, and installation at Electrical Building Roof
where these activities will be performed.

3. Definitions
GCB: Generator Circuit Breaker

4. References
Project HSE Manual
Drawings and design details
Training matrix is that how to install GCB and what kind of problems you are up against, to be
informed about safety, health and environmental action.

5. Responsibilities
5.1. Site Manager:
5.1.1.
5.1.2.

5.1.3.
5.1.4.
5.1.5.
5.1.6.

SM is the first responsible point to follow this procedure,

In cases when the staff do not apply or do not fulfill requirement of this
procedure SM will do required actions such as to inform people who are
unaware, to supply right material, machinery and equipment and/or to ensure
specific training to improve teams ability.
To revise this procedure if it is necessary.
To assign responsible engineers and foremen, to coordinate all activities
To ensure training, informing and updating people who work to apply this
procedure regardless their position,
To coordinate with PPR.

5.2. Site Engineer:

5.2.1.
5.2.2.
5.2.3.

To plan, coordinate and supervise all activities such as storage, lifting,

installation.
To apply this procedure in accordance with all standards and specification which
are mentioned in this document,
To implement all protective measures required in accordance with this
document,

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5.2.4.
5.2.5.
5.2.6.
5.2.7.
5.2.8.
5.2.9.
5.2.10.
5.2.11.
5.2.12.
5.2.13.

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Site engineer ensure the coordination between other adjacent works are well
organized,
To perform inspections on daily basis, before each shift and after events that
could increase hazards.
To identify existing and predictable hazards or working conditions that are
hazardous, unsanitary, or dangerous to employees,
To take prompt corrective measures to eliminate or control hazards and
conditions.
To coordinate with Supervising Engineer from PPR.
To ensure that the staff involved in the activities has read and understand the
method statement.
To brief the staff involved about the healthy and safe performance of all
activities (toolbox talks).
To receive and/or define all standards including this Method Statement,
To obtain all the necessary standards,
To ensure maintenance compliance with this method statement.

5.3. HSE Manager from PPR:

5.3.1.
5.3.2.
5.3.3.
5.3.4.
5.3.5.
5.3.6.
5.3.7.
5.3.8.

To define all HSE procedures to be followed,

Overseeing site activities day-to-day,
HSE manager shall ensure that pre-work checklist is filled,
To follow with corrective actions of all violations of HSE rules.
To organize for health and safety execution of the job,
To provide and cooperate with the site engineers for toolbox talks.
To ensure that the equipment, tools, PPEs meet the site requirements,
To ensure supervision and compliance with the health and safety provisions of
this document.

5.4. Supervising Engineer:

5.4.1.
5.4.2.
5.4.3.
5.4.4.
5.4.5.

To supervise the activities and to ensure that the job is implemented in

accordance with the design and the provisions of this document,
To provide assistance for the protective measures required in accordance with
this document,
To perform inspections on daily basis,
To identify existing and predictable hazards or working conditions that are
hazardous, unsanitary, or dangerous to employees,
To take prompt corrective measures to eliminate or control hazards and
conditions.

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6. IMPLEMENTATION
6.1. General
GCB is used protection of Generator.

6.2. Equipment List

Grinding Machine
Ferret socket wrench
Crane
Hand tools

6.3. Transport, Storage

Transportation of cable trays is made when the site is ready. Crane will be used and all necessary
precaution matures will be taken. Providing crane to transportation GCB and accessories from
lay down area to the field. Transportation crane carriage bag will have 5m length space. Use
crane and pickup for lifting and carrying GCB. GCB will be placed where reserved to put for it.
All cylinder movement should be done with a compressed gas cylinder cart. Always secure the
cylinders when in storage or use. Wear safety glasses, work gloves, and appropriate work shoes
when necessary.

6.4. Preparing Element Prior to Installation

6.5. Installation
Installation will be carried out in accordance with the last approved revision of the installation
projects. Request form for materials will be prepared. GCB will be transported from lay down
area to site with crane. GCB will be fixed safely in the crane board. At the working area, GCB
will be placed in a way that will not prevent safe access and egress. The assembly drawings will
be checked on the place of installation. Support of GCB will be installed on the roof. GCB will
be lifted to place in accordance to lifting operation section 7.3, crane will be used by competent
person. GCB will be placed and installed in accordance to projects. According to the projects,
grounding will be made after GCB erection will be done. After the works is done daily, working
areas will be cleaned.

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7. HSE
7.1. Personal protective equipment
PPE will be provided and used in accordance with the Project HSE Manual. Helmet, safety
glasses, high visibility vest, and safety shoes will be used at all the times. When personnel will
work at high places, they must use safety harnesses.
When work in dusty environment personnel will use dust protective half masks.
Hearing protection will be used where exposure levels exceed 85 dB.

7.2. Machinery
All machinery, equipment and tools will be maintained in good working order; will be inspected
regularly and color coded; and will be operated by competent persons. All necessary measures
will be in place in order to prevent environmental pollution. Guards will be in place to protect
workers from moving parts. Electrical tools will be double insulated and grounded connected to
ground fault circuit interrupters (GFCI).
All vehicles will have backing warning device. Banks man will guide vehicles
in narrow work places and when reversing. Vehicles will not pass, will not be
positioned or parked close to excavation edges.

7.3. Lifting operations

Execution of the lifting operations will comply with the provisions of the
Project HSE Manual.
Cranes will be set on even flat ground. Pads will be used under the outriggers
feet where necessary.
When work is close to excavation the lifting equipment will be positioned that
should change between 1m and 4m from the excavation edge in order to
prevent earth collapse in accordance to ground type. Working limits of the
lifting equipment stipulated by the manufacturer will not be exceeded. All
lifting equipment will be stored in closed area away from wet and direct
sunlight.
Lifting of GCB will be carried out only with fabric slings with the proper safe working load
limit. Fabric slings shall be protected for sharp edges. The slings will be inspected and colorcoded. Lifting operation shall be segregated from other persons on site. All personnel and
third parties will be kept out of any area where they might be struck or
crushed by a load or lifting equipment if it swings, shifts or falls. Operators of
lifting equipment will be able to see the full path of the load or have a signaler with an
appropriate means of communication to guide them. Operator will obey an emergency
stop signal at all times, no matter who gives it. The operator will not leave
the operating controls while the load is suspended.
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Taglines will be used all time, it refers to load to be guided and controlled.
Lifting equipment will not be used in the open air where weather conditions could affect the
integrity of the equipment or expose persons to danger.

7.4. Access and housekeeping

Safe access to the workplace will be provided at all times. Guardrails will be provided at the
edges and openings where risk of fall from 1.5 m presents. It will be fully planked and toeboards will be placed. It will have top and mid-guardrail and will be fixed to an existing structure
or stabilized using outriggers. Walkways will be kept clear of trash, debris and other materials to
prevent slipping and tripping.

7.5. Manual handling

Where manual handling cannot be avoided tasks will be designed to minimize the
weight, range of motion, and frequency of the activity. During manual handling all
workers have to wear safety gloves and make sure they are protective against trip
hazards and sharp edges. The distance between the person and the object being
handled will be as small as possible. Employees will use good manual handling
techniques for lifting, pulling or pushing. Material handling equipment will be easy
to move, with handles that can be easily grasped in an upright posture. Heavy objects
will be stored at waist level. Manual handling training will be delivered.

7.6. Restriction
No food or beverages to be consumed at jobsite
No smoking
No work without permit

7.7. Fire prevention and protection

Fire extinguishers will be there where personnel will work.

7.8. Emergency response

In order to minimize the consequences and to provide adequate response in case of emergency
the involved staff will receive training in accordance with the Procedure for emergencies.

Contact persons in case of emergency:

In case of emergency call: 0530 568 11 70
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0530 568 11 66
Site Manager: 0530 237 08 54
HSE: 0507 762 69 64
Fire brigade: 0542 215 10 55
Site Medical Center: 0530 884 54 48
List of attachments:
1. List of the staff involved in the job
2. Toolbox attendance sheet
3. Risk Assessment

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