Method Statement

METHOD STATEMENT FOR

220kV BUSBAR PROTECTION MODIFICATION
WORK AT AL FOAH (TRANSCO)

Issue Original Issue

Organizational Unit: Prepared By Checked By Approved By
Name: Gordon Smurawa

Organization: SIEMENS LLC

Date: 12.02.2020

Signature:

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Table of Contents
1. INTRODUCTION : .................................................................................................................... 3
2. SCOPE.................................................................................................................................... 3
3. REFERENCES .......................................................................................................................... 3
4. ASSOCIATED REFERENCE DOCUMENTS................................................................................... 3
5. SUMMARY OF EQUIPMENTS ................................................................................................... 3
6. DESCRIPTION OF ACTIVITIES ................................................................................................... 3
6.1 Details of work & work area................................................................................................ 3
6.2 Area of work: ..................................................................................................................... 4
6.3 Proposed start date: ........................................................................................................... 4
6.4 Duration:............................................................................................................................ 4
6.5 Pre-requisites: .................................................................................................................... 4
6.6 List of Major activates under BBP block/Trip isolation .......................................................... 4
6.7 Busbar Protection S&S Test by Primary Injection: ................................................................ 5
6.8 Unmasking: ........................................................................................................................ 6
6.9 Removal of barricading: ..................................................................................................... 6
6.10 Final checks and return of permit:................................................................................... 6
6.10.1 Final Checks: ............................................................................................................... 6
6.10.2 Return of Permit .......................................................................................................... 6
7. RISK ASSESMENT ................................................................................................................... 6
8. QUALITY CONTROL PLAN ....................................................................................................... 8
9. PERSONNEL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT .................................................................................... 9
10. EMERGENCY RESPONSE PROCEDURES................................................................................. 9
11. ATTACHMENTS ................................................................................................................... 9

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1. INTRODUCTION :
TRANSCO (Abu Dhabi Transmission & Dispatch Company) on its program to modify the
existing bus bar protection system by changing new central unit having IEC-61850
compliant including BBP block switch, bay units wiring / installation for D03.

2. SCOPE
· Snag list clearance for “Supply, installation, testing and commissioning of new central
unit for BB protection panel (D00+R01) compatible with SCMS system (IEC 61850
compliant) and Upgrading all existing BU (=D00+R01, =D00+R02) with SCMS System
(IEC 61850 compliant)”
· Snag list clearance for “Supply, installation, testing and commissioning of new bay unit
for bay =D03 at D00+R02”
3. REFERENCES
Ø 220kV Single Line Diagram
Ø 220kV BB-BF Protection =D00+R01/+R02
4. ASSOCIATED REFERENCE DOCUMENTS

Ø 220kV LCC Schematic for all feeders.

Ø BBP relay Manuals for Central unit & Bay Units.

5. SUMMARY OF EQUIPMENTS

Materials required
Ø Test/Service switch – 1no

Plant and equipment required

Multimeter, relay test kit – Omicron CMC 356.

6. DESCRIPTION OF ACTIVITIES
6.1 Details of work & work area

Sr.No Area Work Description

1. Replacement of test/service switch -S303 for new BU for =D03
Bay, located and wired, and tested in =D00+R02 panel.
2. Wiring check to new protection panel =D03+R01/+R02
Transco Relay Room 3. Wiring the alarm signals to new Common Alarm Panel
220kV BB 4. SCMS signal test of 220kV BBP/BFP signals
1.
PROTN.PANEL. 5. Communication check from new Eng./FMS PC.
=D00+R01 / +R02 6. Time synchronisation check.
7. Trip test for new bay unit -F303 for bay =D03.
8. Primary injection test (Stability test) for new bay =D03.

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6.2 Area of work:

TRANSCO control room/relay room, 220kV GIS room at 220/33KV AOHG SS.

6.3 Proposed start date:

18-February-2020

6.4 Duration:
1 week from the starting date.

6.5 Pre-requisites:
1. Ensure that all necessary safety precautions are implemented and safety documents are
available.
2. Ensure all relevant Engineering documents are in approved status, and all the discussions
if any shall be completed.
3. Ensure all tools and tackles are available.
4. Ensure some additional spare quantity of materials as required for the modifications and
the materials used in the existing panels are available for use during any contingency.
5. Ensure availability of necessary software or comparison of old and new software files.
6. Verification of all Interfaces.
7. Proposal for Z4 acceleration in all feeders of AL FOAH S/S.
8. Ensure all the materials like test switch etc. are available and ensure correctness as per the
ordering code and fulfil the operational and protection requirements.

6.6 List of Major activates under BBP block/Trip isolation

Day 1 Activities:
1. Permit to be taken after BB-1 is under shutdown.
2. Implementation of Z4 acceleration from all the remote ends, which also needs
acceleration in OMAN also with due coordination with LDC to take of BFR protection/BBP
protection.
3. Block 220kV BBP and apply trip isolation for 220kV BBP/CBF (Test/Service switches of all
BUs in test position with CT shorting applied).
4. Isolation of all BFR Initiation circuits as applicable, with necessary DC isolation.
5. Replacement of test/service switch -S303 for =D03 bay.
6. Check for proper wiring and functionality of test/service switch -S303 as applicable.
7. Testing:
· Secondary injections.
8. D03 bay to be connected by using software.
9. Wiring check to new protection panel =D03+R01/+R02.
Day 2 Activities:
10. Wiring the alarm signals to new Common Alarm Panel.
11. SCMS signal test of 220kV BBP/BFP signals.
12. Communication check from new Eng./FMS PC.
13. Time synchronisation check.
Day 3 Activities:
14. Trip test for new bay unit -F303 for bay =D03.
15. Primary injection test for BB-1 (Stability test) for new bay =D03 (see chapter 6.7 for
details).
16. Trip isolations made earlier are to be normalized again before energizing of BB-1.
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17. Check and confirm that there are no abnormalities of signal reporting, reset the alarms in
the BBP panels, and alarms pertaining to BBP in the SAP, SCMS, and also confirm from
LDC.
18. Put back 220kV BBP/BFP into service.
Day 4 Activities:
19. Bus-2 to be taken under shutdown under permit of another competent person.
20. Block 220kV BBP and apply trip isolation for 220kV BBP/CBF (Test/Service switches of all
BUs in test position with CT shorting applied).
21. FMS signal modification and completing the extant works for the 220kV BBP.
Day 5 Activities:
22. Primary injection test for BB-2 (Stability test) for new bay =D03 (see chapter 6.7 for
details).
23. Trip isolations made earlier are to be normalized again before energizing of BB-2
24. Check and confirm that there are no abnormalities of signal reporting, reset the alarms in
the BBP panels, and alarms pertaining to BBP in the SAP, SCMS, and also confirm from
LDC.
25. Put back 220kV BBP/BFP into service.
26. Cancel the permit.

6.7 Busbar Protection S&S Test by Primary Injection:

1. Permit to be taken as applicable by second competent person

2. Take the BBP out of service and Bus-1 shut down and block BBP/BFP and isolate trip
contacts.
3. Check the external cabling connectivity
4. Bring =D03 BU in service
5. Take outage of adjacent bay and one BB at one time.
6. Ensure CT’s wiring and all interface (Trippings, BFR start, LCC (Q1, Q2, Q0, Gas pressure
low-low contacts wirings), FMS, signal reporting are checked.
7. Check for the Secondary Stability from LCC CT terminals.
8. Perform the primary sensitivity and stability.
9. Check for the signalling locally, SCMS, SAP and also to LDC as applicable.
10. Check for the tripping as per the trip matrix.
11. Trip isolations made earlier are to be normalized
12. Check and confirm that there are no abnormalities of signal reporting, reset the alarms in
the BBP panels, and alarms pertaining to BBP in the SAP, SCMS, and also confirm from LDC.
13. Cancel the permit.
14. Repeat the step 1 to 13 for BB-2.

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6.8 Unmasking:
After completion of all the activities, unmasking to be carried out on all the related areas.

6.9 Removal of barricading:

After completion of work all the red/white warning tape shall be removed.

6.10 Final checks and return of permit:

6.10.1 Final Checks:

Sr. No Description
1 After completion of all works, cleaning has to be carried out in and around the panels.
2 Ensure the tightness of the circuit terminals and CT circuit terminals.
3 Check healthiness of MCBs and links.
Ensure that there is no protection alarm persisting relevant to this work in Annunciation
4 panel / SCMS HMI and the same shall be confirmed with LDC by communicating to LDC
center.
5 Separate file with color printout of RED marked drawing shall be kept at record room.
6 Separate file with all signed test report to be kept at record room.
All the panels relevant to this modification work shall be locked and the pad lock keys shall be
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kept in their respective designated key box.
8 Ensure that all excess materials and tools have been demobilized from the site.
9 All warning tape and permit copy shall be removed.

6.10.2 Return of Permit

Sr. No Return of permit

After satisfactory completion of final checks, LDC & authorized person shall be informed about
1 the completion of modification work and the work permit shall be cleared with authorized
person.

7. RISK ASSESMENT
Assessment of risks
Risks present at the workplace
system hazards, trip hazards, electrocution, suffocation due to co2etc.
Risks present at the activity
fall of persons and materials, lifting, tools handling, noise, electrocution, hot works etc.
Access
ladders & scaffolding.
Other risks
speeding, smoking, etc.

E.H.S control measures

(for each identified risk detail the precautions that will be put in place i.e. Fall prevention, trained
personnel, permits to work, no go zones, environmental controls, etc.)

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Hand tools

· Do not use screwdriver as a chisel. It may cause the tip of the screwdriver to break and fly,
hitting the user or other employees.
· Tools shall be directed away from aisle areas and other employees working in close
proximity.
· Appropriate personal protective equipment, e.g., safety goggles, gloves, etc., should be
worn due to hazards that may be encountered while using hand tools.

Power tools

· Inspect the power tools and supply cable for damages, before use.
· Use double insulated tool wherever possible.
· Provide body earthing
· Take power supply through elcb
· Joints shall not be allowed in the supply cable
· Do not work on wet condition
· 3 pin plugs top / industrial socket shall be used for power connections
· Use the cable detector to locate concealed wiring before drilling into walls, ceilings and
floors
· Periodical inspections shall be carried out based on inspection checklist
· Only authorized electricians shall be allowed to carry out repairs.
· Do not lift or lower the power tool by using the power cable

Working at height – scaffoldings

· Level the ground before placing the base plates of the scaffold. Provide sole plates
connecting two vertical pipes, wherever the ground conditions are assessed to be
questionable.
· Protect the scaffold from moving vehicles while working near public roads, using barriers
and caution boards.
· Lock the wheels before climbing up.
· Use safety harness while installing and dismantling scaffold.
· Explain risk assessment, method statement & follow the same
· Conduct TBT before starting the work.
· Keep work area clean and tidy.

Unauthorized entry:

· Posters or boards indicating “un authorized entry prohibited” need to be fixed in the door.
· Adequate supervision needs to be provided.
· Tool box talk need to be given to the workers and staff working outside.
· Electrical appliance should keep switch off while leaving the work area during interval.

Preventive measures:

· No smoking policy during working at sites.

· Wear seat belt all time in a moving vehicle.
· While driving obey speed limit & do not use mobile phone.
· Do not drive or work under the consumption of alcohol.

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8. QUALITY CONTROL PLAN

The work will be carried out as per the TRANSCO specifications & quality will be maintained by,
Ø Maintaining an updated inspection & test status.
Ø Ensure all materials & equipment are in compliance with contracts, specifications & client
approval.
Ø Ensure all activities are carried out in accordance with the inspection test plan, work
procedure, manufacturer`s instruction & rfc drawings which were approved by client.
Ø Providing sufficient written notice to the client, prior to the starting of all activities.
Ø Reject work activities / materials that do not comply with drawings / specifications & the
same will be reported as a non-conformance to project manager as well as QA manager.
Ø Record all observations in the test record & ensure that the results / observations fulfill the
acceptance criteria mentioned in the approved test plan.
Ø Obtain all necessary concurrence signatures from client / consultant who witness the
testing activities.

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9. PERSONNEL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT

10. EMERGENCY RESPONSE PROCEDURES

6.4.1.1 Emergency arrangements

· Identify exits.
· Display of emergency contact numbers.
· Assembly points.
· First aid box.
· Access to nearest hospital.
· Site safety officer availability.
· Project manager & site manager contact numbers will be displayed at all working /entry
points.
6.4.1.2 Temporary amended systems
Vehicle movements identification, barricading, warning labels / boards, additional illumination
firefighting equipment on location.

Incase of emergency, the Information should be passed to

Team leader & all personal engaged on the work.

11. ATTACHMENTS
Ø Risk Assessment (separate Attachment).

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