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SPECIFICATIONS
1.0
SECTION 1 - GENERAL
1.1
GENERAL
1.2
DESCRIPTION OF WORKS
1.3
1.2.1.
Scope Description...................................................................................................................8
LOCATION OF WORKS
8
1.4
THE SITE
1.5
SITE CONDITIONS
1.6
PUBLIC SAFETY AND CONVENIENCE
1.7
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
1.8
LIFE SAVING AND FIRST AID APPLIANCES
1.9
SITE MAINTENANCE AND CLEAN UP
1.10
QUALITY OF MATERIALS AND LABOUR
1.11
SECURITY
10
1.12
CONVENIENCE
10
1.13
DEFINITIONS
10
1.14
VARIATIONS AND OMISSIONS
10
1.15
CODES AND STANDARDS
11
1.16
GOVERNMENT AGENCIES - PERMITS AND FEES
11
1.17
SUBMISSIONS
11
1.18
TENDER DRAWINGS AND SPECIFICATIONS
11
1.19
CONTRACT DRAWINGS, SPECIFICATIONS AND OTHER DOCUMENTS
11
1.20
INSTALLATION DRAWINGS
11
1.21
WORKING AND AS-BUILT DRAWINGS
12
1.22
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1.23
PRODUCT DATA AND SAMPLES
13
1.24
BUILDERS WORK
13
1.25
OPERATING AND MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS
14
1.26
CERTIFICATES FROM GOVERNMENTS AGENCIES
14
1.27
ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS
14
1.28
FINISHES
15
1.29
EQUIPMENT IDENTIFICATION
15
1.30
WIRING IDENTIFICATION
15
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CONDUIT AND CABLE IDENTIFICATION
15
1.32
WIRE TERMINATIONS
15
1.33
MANUFACTURERS LABELS
15
1.34
PROTECTION
15
1.35
INSPECTION AND TESTING DURING MANUFACTURE
15
1.36
DEFECTS
16
1.37
TESTS ON COMPLETION
16
1.0
SECTION 1 - LOW VOLTAGE ELECTRICAL POWER CONDUCTORS AND CABLES
17
1.1
PART 1 GENERAL
17
1.1.1.
SUMMARY...........................................................................................................................17
1.1.2.
REFERENCES......................................................................................................................18
1.1.3.
SYSTEM DESCRIPTION.......................................................................................................18
1.1.4.
DESIGN REQUIREMENTS..................................................................................................18
1.1.5.
SUBMITTALS.......................................................................................................................18
1.1.6.
CLOSEOUT SUBMITTALS...................................................................................................18
1.1.7.
QUALITY ASSURANCE........................................................................................................19
1.1.8.
QUALIFICATIONS...............................................................................................................19
1.1.9.
FIELD MEASUREMENTS....................................................................................................19
1.1.10. COORDINATION.................................................................................................................19
1.2
PART 2 PRODUCTS
19
1.2.1.
ARMORED CABLE..............................................................................................................19
1.2.2.
METAL CLAD CABLE..........................................................................................................19
1.2.3.
TRAY CABLE........................................................................................................................20
1.2.4.
TERMINATIONS..................................................................................................................20
1.3
PART 3 EXECUTION
20
1.3.1.
1.3.2.
1.3.3.
1.3.4.
1.3.5.
EXAMINATION....................................................................................................................20
PREPARATION.....................................................................................................................20
INSTALLATION....................................................................................................................20
WIRE COLOR......................................................................................................................21
FIELD QUALITY CONTROL................................................................................................22
2.0
SECTION 2 - GROUNDING AND BONDING FOR ELECTRICAL SYSTEMS
23
2.1
PART 1 GENERAL
23
2.1.1.
SUMMARY...........................................................................................................................23
2.1.2.
REFERENCES......................................................................................................................23
2.1.3.
2.1.4.
SUBMITTALS.......................................................................................................................23
2.1.5.
2.1.6.
2.1.7.
QUALIFICATIONS...............................................................................................................24
2.1.8.
DELIVERY, STORAGE, AND HANDLING.............................................................................24
2.2
PART 2 PRODUCTS
24
2.3
2.2.1.
WIRE....................................................................................................................................24
PART 3 EXECUTION
24
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2.3.1.
2.3.2.
2.3.3.
2.3.4.
2.3.5.
EXAMINATION....................................................................................................................24
PREPARATION.....................................................................................................................24
EXISTING WORK.................................................................................................................24
INSTALLATION....................................................................................................................24
3.0
SECTION 3 - RACEWAY AND BOXES FOR ELECTRICAL SYSTEMS
26
3.1
PART 1 GENERAL
26
3.1.1.
SUMMARY...........................................................................................................................26
3.1.2.
REFERENCES......................................................................................................................26
3.1.3.
3.1.4.
DESIGN REQUIREMENTS..................................................................................................26
3.1.5.
SUBMITTALS.......................................................................................................................26
3.1.6.
3.1.7.
3.2
PART 2 PRODUCTS
27
3.2.1.
NONMETALLIC CONDUIT..................................................................................................27
3.2.2.
OUTLET BOXES..................................................................................................................27
3.2.3.
PULL AND JUNCTION BOXES............................................................................................27
3.3
PART 3 EXECUTION
27
3.3.1.
3.3.2.
3.3.3.
3.3.4.
3.3.5.
3.3.6.
3.3.7.
EXAMINATION....................................................................................................................27
EXISTING WORK.................................................................................................................28
INSTALLATION....................................................................................................................28
INSTALLATION RACEWAY................................................................................................28
INTERFACE WITH OTHER PRODUCTS..............................................................................29
ADJUSTING.........................................................................................................................29
CLEANING..........................................................................................................................29
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SECTION 4 - CABLE TRAYS FOR ELECTRICAL SYSTEMS
30
4.1
PART 1 GENERAL
30
4.1.1.
SUMMARY...........................................................................................................................30
4.1.2.
REFERENCES......................................................................................................................30
4.1.3.
SUBMITTALS.......................................................................................................................30
4.1.4.
4.2
PART 2 PRODUCTS
30
4.2.1.
METAL CHANNEL-TYPE CABLE TRAY...............................................................................30
4.2.2.
WARNING SIGNS.................................................................................................................30
4.3
PART 3 EXECUTION
31
4.3.1.
4.3.2.
EXISTING WORK.................................................................................................................31
INSTALLATION....................................................................................................................31
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SECTION 5 - IDENTIFICATION FOR ELECTRICAL SYSTEMS
32
5.1
PART 1 GENERAL
32
5.1.1.
5.1.2.
5.1.3.
5.1.4.
5.1.5.
SUMMARY...........................................................................................................................32
SUBMITTALS.......................................................................................................................32
QUALIFICATIONS...............................................................................................................32
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5.2
5.1.6.
ENVIRONMENTAL REQUIREMENTS..................................................................................33
PART 2 PRODUCTS
33
5.2.1.
WIRE MARKERS..................................................................................................................33
5.2.2.
CONDUIT AND RACEWAY MARKERS.................................................................................33
5.3
PART 3 EXECUTION
33
5.3.1.
5.3.2.
PREPARATION.....................................................................................................................33
INSTALLATION....................................................................................................................33
6.0
SECTION 6 - PANELBOARDS
35
6.1
PART 1 GENERAL
35
6.1.1.
SUMMARY...........................................................................................................................35
6.1.2.
REFERENCE STANDARDS..................................................................................................35
6.1.3.
SUBMITTALS.......................................................................................................................35
6.1.4.
6.1.5.
MAINTENANCE MATERIAL SUBMITTALS..........................................................................36
6.1.6.
6.2
PART 2 PRODUCTS
36
6.2.1.
COMPONENTS....................................................................................................................36
6.2.2.
FACTORY TESTING.............................................................................................................39
6.3
PART 3 EXECUTION
39
6.3.1.
6.3.2.
6.3.3.
6.3.4.
INSTALLATION....................................................................................................................39
ADJUSTING.........................................................................................................................40
CLEANING..........................................................................................................................40
7.0
SECTION 7 - WIRING DEVICES
41
7.1
PART 1 GENERAL
41
7.1.1.
SUMMARY...........................................................................................................................41
7.1.2.
REFERENCES......................................................................................................................41
7.1.3.
SUBMITTALS.......................................................................................................................41
7.1.4.
QUALIFICATIONS...............................................................................................................41
7.1.5.
EXTRA MATERIALS.............................................................................................................41
7.2
PART 2 PRODUCTS
41
7.2.1.
WALL SWITCHES.................................................................................................................41
7.2.2.
RECEPTACLES....................................................................................................................41
7.2.3.
WALL PLATES......................................................................................................................42
7.3
PART 3 EXECUTION
42
7.3.1.
7.3.2.
7.3.3.
7.3.4.
7.3.5.
7.3.6.
7.3.7.
EXAMINATION....................................................................................................................42
PREPARATION.....................................................................................................................42
INSTALLATION....................................................................................................................42
INTERFACE WITH OTHER PRODUCTS..............................................................................43
ADJUSTING.........................................................................................................................43
CLEANING..........................................................................................................................43
8.0
SECTION 8 INTERIOR LIGHTING
44
8.1
PART 1 GENERAL
44
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8.1.1.
REFERENCES......................................................................................................................44
8.1.2.
DEFINITIONS......................................................................................................................44
8.1.3.
SUBMITTALS.......................................................................................................................44
8.1.4.
8.1.5.
WARRANTY..........................................................................................................................46
8.2
PART 2 PRODUCTS
46
8.2.1.
FLUORESCENT LIGHTING FIXTURES...............................................................................46
8.2.2.
HIGH-INTENSITY-DISCHARGE (HID) LIGHTING FIXTURES............................................47
8.2.3.
RECESS AND FLUSH-MOUNTED FIXTURES.....................................................................47
8.2.4.
FIXTURES FOR HAZARDOUS LOCATIONS........................................................................47
8.2.5.
SWITCHES...........................................................................................................................47
8.3
PART 3 EXECUTION
48
8.3.1.
8.3.2.
8.3.3.
INSTALLATION....................................................................................................................48
FIELD APPLIED PAINTING.................................................................................................48
9.0
SECTION 9 - EXTERIOR LIGHTING
50
9.1
PART 1 GENERAL
50
9.1.1.
SUMMARY...........................................................................................................................50
9.1.2.
REFERENCES......................................................................................................................50
9.1.3.
SUBMITTALS.......................................................................................................................50
9.1.4.
QUALIFICATIONS...............................................................................................................50
9.1.5.
9.1.6.
COORDINATION.................................................................................................................50
9.2
PART 2 PRODUCTS
50
9.2.1.
LUMINAIRES.......................................................................................................................50
9.2.2.
HIGH INTENSITY DISCHARGE (HID) BALLASTS...............................................................50
9.2.3.
LAMPS - GENERAL.............................................................................................................51
9.3
PART 3 EXECUTION
51
9.3.1.
9.3.2.
9.3.3.
9.3.4.
9.3.5.
9.3.6.
EXAMINATION....................................................................................................................51
INSTALLATION....................................................................................................................51
ADJUSTING.........................................................................................................................51
CLEANING..........................................................................................................................51
PROTECTION OF FINISHED WORK..................................................................................52
10.0
SECTION 10 - PAD MOUNTED TRANSFORMERS
53
10.1
SCOPE
53
10.2
SPECIFICATIONS
53
10.3
GENERAL
53
10.4
CONSTRUCTION
53
10.5
HIGH VOLTAGE BUSHINGS AND TERMINALS
54
10.6
SWITCHING, OVERCURRENT AND OVERVOLTAGE PROTECTION
54
10.7
STANDARDS AND TESTS
55
10.8
ACCESSORIES
55
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SECTION 11 - GENERATORS
56
11.1
SCOPE
56
11.2
SPECIFICATIONS
56
11.3
GENERAL
56
11.4
SYSTEM COMPONENTS
56
11.4.1.
11.4.2.
11.4.3.
11.4.4.
11.4.5.
11.4.6.
GENERAL............................................................................................................................56
ENGINE...............................................................................................................................57
GENERATOR.......................................................................................................................59
AUTOMATIC START AND STOP CONTROLS.......................................................................60
INSTRUMENTATION...........................................................................................................60
AUTOMATIC TRANSFER SWITCH......................................................................................61
12.0
SECTION 12 FIRE DETECTION SYSTEM
63
12.1
PART 1 GENERAL
63
12.1.1. REFERENCES......................................................................................................................63
12.1.2. DESCRIPTION OF WORK...................................................................................................63
12.1.3. SUBMITTALS.......................................................................................................................63
12.1.4. QUALITY ASSURANCE........................................................................................................64
12.1.5. MAINTENANCE...................................................................................................................64
12.2 PART2 PRODUCTS
65
12.2.1. Operation.............................................................................................................................65
12.2.2. Primary Power......................................................................................................................66
12.2.3. Auxiliary Power....................................................................................................................66
12.2.4. Storage Batteries...................................................................................................................66
12.2.5. Battery Charger....................................................................................................................67
12.2.6. Control Panel........................................................................................................................67
12.2.7. Manual Pull Stations.............................................................................................................69
12.2.8. Open-Area (Spot-Type) Smoke Detectors................................................................................69
12.2.9. Notification Appliances..........................................................................................................70
12.2.10. Conduit.................................................................................................................................71
12.2.11. Outlet Boxes..........................................................................................................................71
12.2.12. Fittings for Conduit and Outlet Boxes.....................................................................................71
12.2.13. Wiring...................................................................................................................................71
12.3 PART 3 EXECUTION
71
12.3.1.
12.3.2.
INSTALLATION....................................................................................................................71
13.0
SECTION 13 - EXIT SIGNS
75
13.1
PART 1 GENERAL
75
13.1.1. REFERENCES......................................................................................................................75
13.1.2. ADMINISTRATIVE REQUIREMENTS..................................................................................75
13.1.3. SUBMITTALS.......................................................................................................................75
13.2 PART 2 PRODUCTS
75
13.2.1.
13.2.2.
13.2.3.
PRODUCT STANDARDS......................................................................................................75
CONTEMPORARY FIXTURES.............................................................................................76
EMERGENCY POWER LOSS EXIT LIGHTING UNITS.........................................................76
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13.2.4. LIGHT EMITTING DIODES (LEDs) EXIT LIGHTING FIXTURES........................................76

PART 3 EXECUTION
77
13.3.1.
13.3.2.
INSTALLATION....................................................................................................................77
FIELD TESTING..................................................................................................................77
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1.1
Division 01
General Requirements
SECTION 1 - GENERAL
GENERAL
The works to be executed under this contract shall be in accordance with the Conditions of
Contract as defined in Part 1 - General Conditions of Contract, the Specifications, Drawings and
Bills of Quantities.
1.2
DESCRIPTION OF WORKS
1.2.1.
Scope Description
The scope of work shall consist of:
Concrete Work
Electrical Upgrade Works consisting mainly of:
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1.3
Upgrade of the existing main and sub panels and their branch circuitry.
Upgrade of existing lighting and power systems.
Installation of new electrical panels.
Upgrade branch circuitry in existing panels as specified.
Installation of new Fire Detection System.
LOCATION OF WORKS
The site is located at Riverside, Port of Spain. The site can be accessed via the Town Council Street
and Independence Square South.
1.4
THE SITE
The site shall be limited to that area necessary to carry out the required works and shall be agreed
upon by the Contractor and the Engineer. The Employer will make the site available to the
Contractor on the date fixed for commencement of the Works. The Contractor shall, except when
authorized by the Engineer, confine his workers, materials and plant within the site of the works.
The Contractor shall not use any part of the site for any purpose not connected with the Works
unless the prior written consent of the Employer has been obtained.
1.5
SITE CONDITIONS
The Contractor is required to have examined and become fully conversant with the Contract
Documents and to satisfy himself regarding all relevant site conditions and the nature of the work
to be executed before submitting his Tender. In particular, he must satisfy himself regarding
conditions of access, and other conditions which may affect his Tender.
1.6
PUBLIC SAFETY AND CONVENIENCE
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The Contractor shall not obstruct the access leading into and out of the existing Facilities. The
convenience and protection of persons using the existing Facilities are of importance and shall be
provided in an adequate and satisfactory manner.
The Contractor shall provide protective mats on all internal and public roadways over which
heavy tracked equipment may pass.
The Contractor shall be responsible for ensuring that all materials, such as mud and vegetation,
deposited on all public roads by trucks or other machinery entering or leaving the site, shall be
cleaned up promptly and not later than the end of each day worked.
The Client shall designate and mark of no go areas from which the Contractors equipment
shall be excluded.
Working hours shall generally be limited to the hours between 7:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. light permitting,
five days a week Monday through to Friday and between 8:00 a.m. and 4:00p.m. on Saturdays.
1.7
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
The Contractor shall take all possible precautions to prevent outbreaks of fire especially with
respect to the safe storage of petroleum products and other dangerous or hazardous materials.
1.8
LIFE SAVING AND FIRST AID APPLIANCES

The Contractor shall provide and maintain upon the Works to the satisfaction of the Engineer all
sufficient proper and efficient life-saving and first aid appliances which shall at all times be
available for use.
The Contractor shall provide safety signage on the site.
1.9
SITE MAINTENANCE AND CLEAN UP

At all times during the work, the Contractor shall keep the premises clean and orderly, and upon
completion of the work, leave the premises free of rubbish or excess materials. The Contractor
shall not dispose of any rubbish or debris on private property or on lands belonging to the
Employer.
1.10
QUALITY OF MATERIALS AND LABOUR

All materials incorporated in the Permanent Works shall be of the best quality and description of
their respective kinds; similarly the workmanship in every case shall be of the best character and
the whole shall be subject to the approval of the Engineer.
1.11
SECURITY
The Contractor is responsible for any facilities that are required by security personnel on site
e.g., guard hut, temporary toilet, water, changing rooms etc.
The Contractor shall be responsible for providing security for his equipment and personnel.
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CONVENIENCE
The Contractor shall supply all temporary toilets, water, power and other utilities required to
complete the work.
1.13
DEFINITIONS
In this Specification, the terms and derivatives thereof shall be defined as follows:
(a)
"Specified" means specified in this Specification, drawings or in any standards, codes,

regulations, bye-laws, statutes or similar documents mentioned herein.
Where requirements are specified as being in compliance with any standard, it shall mean
in compliance with the latest edition of such standard prior to the date of the invitation to
Tender.
1.14
A.
(b)
"Approved" means approved in writing by the Engineer as complying with this

Specification.
(c)
"Described" means described in the Specifications of Works, Drawings or Bills of

Quantities.
(d)
"Instructed" shall mean instructed by means of correspondence or other documents issued

by the Engineer to the Contractor after submission of the Tender. Any variations of this
Specification constituted thereby shall not necessarily imply an alteration in the amount
payable to the Contractor.
VARIATIONS AND OMISSIONS
Do not alter any of the works except as directed in writing by the Employer.
B. Carry out any variation and omission authorized by the Employer as though the same were stated in the
Specifications.
C.
Before carrying out any variation which will, in the opinion of the Contractor, involve any increase or
decrease in the Contract Price, notify the Employer to that effect as soon as possible and request the
Employers confirmation of instructions.
D.
On receipt of the Employers confirmation of instructions in respect of any variation, proceed

immediately to carry out such instructions. Do not delay the work pending agreement of price.
1.15
CODES AND STANDARDS
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1.16
Division 01
Do complete installation in compliance with the National Electrical Code, Latest Edition,
Occupational Safety and Health Standards, the Electricity and Telephone Utilities and other
Government Agencies requirements, except where specified otherwise.
GOVERNMENT AGENCIES - PERMITS AND FEES
A.
Submit to Electrical Inspectorate, Factory Inspectorate, etc. necessary number of drawings and
specifications for examination and approval prior to commencement of work.
B.
Pay associated fees.
1.17
A.
1.18
SUBMISSIONS
Submit to the Employer for review, such drawings, product data and samples as specified, or as the
Employer may reasonably require.
TENDER DRAWINGS AND SPECIFICATIONS
A.
Tender drawings are generally diagrammatic but are sufficient to enable tenders to be obtained.
B.
Any doubts as to the full intent of the drawings and the specifications shall be resolved by the Tenderer
prior to completion of the Tender.
C.
In case of variations between the drawings and the specifications the drawings take precedence.
D.
Detail drawings shall take precedence over small scale drawings.
1.19
CONTRACT DRAWINGS, SPECIFICATIONS AND OTHER DOCUMENTS
A.
Notwithstanding any dimensions which may be given on the drawings, the contractor shall check, at
his own expense, all dimensions required for the manufacture of any materials or products.
B.
The Contractor shall draw to the Employers attention any significant discrepancies between drawings
or drawings and specifications before assuming a particular interpretation.
C.
In case of variations from Codes, Standards, Statutory Regulations, etc., the drawings and
specifications shall take precedence.
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1.20
Division 01
The Contractor shall refer any such discrepancies to the Employer before assuming a particular
interpretation.
INSTALLATION DRAWINGS
A.
The Contractor shall, prior to manufacture and installation, prepare installation drawings for all the
electrical services work.
B.
Two (2) prints of each installation drawing shall be marked For Examination and issued to the
Employer for approval.
C.
When drawings are returned with no comments, the Contractor shall issue one negative and two prints
of each drawing to the Employer for stamping For Construction.
D.
When drawings are returned with comments, the Contractor shall amend the drawings and re-submit
for examination. The procedure for re-submittal shall be the same as an initial submittal. Each resubmitted drawing must be treated as a revision.
E.
Irrespective of whether or not the drawings have been examined by the Employer, responsibility for
errors shall remain with the Contractor and no additional costs whatsoever will be payable as a result
of any error.
The Contractor shall correct any discrepancies, errors or omissions in the drawings and other
particulars supplied by him, whether or not such drawings and particulars have been examined by the
Employer.
F.
G.
The following drawings shall form the installations drawings:
1. Wiring diagrams for electrical equipment. Wiring diagrams shall be prepared for all plant
requiring electrical connections. Where manufacturers original drawings are used, they shall
be specific to the relevant plant and all references to optional features, etc. shall be deleted. All
plant and equipment requiring electrical connections shall have adequate wiring diagrams
fixed inside panels, etc.
2. Any details drawings or manufacturers drawings required prior to or found necessary during
erection, manufacturer or progress of the works.
3. Detail drawings of all fabricated steelwork, brackets, supports and all other items of a similar
nature.
4. Detail plans, sections and elevations showing all required builders work, including size and
position of all bases, plinths, holding down bolts, chases, trenches etc., in the structure or
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building fabric related where applicable to the column/building grid lines, to be built in or
attached to the structure.
1.21
A.
The Contract Drawings shall not be considered to be the working drawings.
B.
Copies of the Contract Drawings can be provided at current rates if these are considered by the
Contractor to be a suitable base from which the working drawings can be prepared.
C.
The Contract Drawings show the location in principle for the various services. The detailed position
shall be determined and coordinated by the Contractor and shown on the working drawings.
D.
The Contractor shall keep a spare set of working drawings on site in order that all conduit runs,
positions of points, etc. can be checked by the Employer.
1.22
A.
The Contractor shall adjust his working drawings to allow for site tolerances and discrepancies and
changes in building layout where the principle and intent of the design of the services are not affected.
B.
Where the principle and intent of the design are affected, notice of the conflict shall be given to the
Employer.
C.
The Employer shall have the right at all reasonable times to inspect on the Contractors premises all
drawings for any portion of the works.
D.
The Contractor shall submit marked-up working drawings and other information to reflect progressive
as-built status of the works at regular intervals, or as required by the Employer.
E.
The Contractor is responsible for all errors, omissions and deviations in marked-up drawings from
actual as-built status of the works.
1.23
PRODUCT DATA AND SAMPLES
A. Where appropriate, manufacturers standard catalogue sheets, drawings, or other descriptive data may
be submitted in lieu of samples.
B.
Above will be accepted if they conform to the following:
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1. Delete information which is not applicable.

2. Provide all additional information applicable.
C.
Contractors responsibility for errors and omissions and deviations in submissions from the
requirements of Contract Documents is not relieved by the Employers review of submission.
D.
Until the Employer gives written acceptance of specified deviations, work involving relevant products
may not proceed.
1.24
BUILDERS WORK
A.
Builders work which is considered normal for the trade is included in this contract.
B.
Builders work shall mean:
1. Cutting and forming of holes, chases and recesses for services through walls, floors, ceilings,
partitions, roofs, etc. and making good.
2. Buildings-in of brackets, ragbolts or other form of services suspension, or plant fixing.
3. Formation of concrete bases, plinths, etc.
4. Building of concrete manholes, trenches, etc. for covered distribution.
C.
Excavation of trenches for buried services and filling-in of same after services are laid.
D.
Builders work drawings shall be prepared by the Contractor which show all builders work
requirements. The drawings shall show overall weight of items of equipment where necessary.
E.
Openings in structural concrete shall be incorporated during the design. The Contractor shall check
that services can be installed in the openings provided.
F.
The supervising of all required builders work shall be carried by the Contractor to meet the
requirements of the Contract Programme.
G.
No holes shall be cut in any steelwork, reinforced concrete or precast concrete without express
permission in writing from the Employer.
H.
Holes shall not be cut in precast pre-stressed concrete under any circumstances.
I.
Any holes in steel-work that are approved must be drilled. Burning holes by means of welding
equipment shall not be permitted unless by the Employers special written approval.
1.25
OPERATING AND MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS
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A.
The Contractor shall include for editing, printing, binding and producing three (3) copies of
operational and maintenance manuals to the approval of the Employer.
B.
Prior to printing, two (2) draft copies of each booklet shall be submitted for the Employers approval,
one (1) month prior to the contract completion.
C.
The Employer reserves the right to modify the draft copies prior to printing without incurring
additional cost to the tender price.
D.
The manuals shall be completed in sufficient detail to enable the employers or building users trained
staff to maintain, dismantle, reassemble and adjust all parts of the works.
E.
Completed manuals shall be of a standard equal to this specification with durable binders and properly
printed covers.
F.
The manuals shall have a comprehensive index and he complied into sections for each system of the
installation.
1.26
A.
1.27
CERTIFICATES FROM GOVERNMENTS AGENCIES
Furnish certificates of acceptance from the relevant Government Agencies on completion of Works.
ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS
A.
Equipment located outdoors shall generally be considered located in a tropical area subject to severe
weather conditions.
B.
In addition, hazardous area or other special conditions will be specified in such cases.
C.
The equipment shall be capable of operating in specified conditions without damage.
1.28
A.
1.29
A.
FINISHES
Finish all equipment to Specifications

EQUIPMENT IDENTIFICATION
Identify electrical equipment with nameplates and labels to Specifications.
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WIRING IDENTIFICATION
A.
Identify wiring with permanent identifying markings, either by number or colored plastic tape on both
ends of phase conductors and other circuit wiring.
B.
Maintain phase sequence and colour coding throughout.
C.
Use colour coded wires in control and communication cables, matched throughout the system.
1.31
A.
1.32
A.
1.33
A.
1.34
CONDUIT AND CABLE IDENTIFICATION
Colour code conduits and metallic sheathed cable to Specifications.

WIRE TERMINATIONS
To be suitable for copper conductors.

MANUFACTURERS LABELS
To be visible and legible after equipment is installed.

PROTECTION
A.
Protect exposed live equipment during construction for personnel safety.
B.
Shield and mark all live parts LIVE 230 VOLTS or with appropriate voltage in English.
1.35
INSPECTION AND TESTING DURING MANUFACTURE
A.
Where required, obtain permission for the Employer to inspect and test on the manufacturers
premises any plant to be supplied under the Contract.
B.
In the case of tests on the premises of the Contractor or any Sub-Contractor, provide such assistance,
apparatus, etc., as may be reasonably demanded to conduct such tests efficiently.
C.
Where applicable, furnish to the Employer duly certified copies of tests during manufacture.
D.
Such inspections and tests if made shall not release the Contractor from any obligation under the
Contract.
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DEFECTS
A.
Correct as soon as possible any defects arising from the defective design (other than a design furnished
by the Employer and for which the Contractor has disclaimed responsibility in writing within a
reasonable time after the receipt of the Employers instructions) materials or workmanship that may
develop at any time up to the expiry of the Defects Liability Period.
B.
If required by the Employer, search for the cause of any defect or fault under the direction of the
Employer.
1.37
A.
TESTS ON COMPLETION
Before the Works are taken over by the Employer, conduct and pay for all tests specified including
tests of:
1. All grounding systems.
2. Equipment insulation.
3. Polarity.
4. Phase sequence.
5. Protective devices.
6. Lighting.
7. Loading.
8. Signal circuits and systems.

B.
Carry out tests in the presence of the Employer or his representative.
C.
Provide instruments, metres, equipment and personnel required to conduct tests during and at
conclusion of project.
D.
Submit test results.
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E.
Give to the Employer in writing 21 days notice of the date after which tests on completion will
commence. Unless otherwise agreed, the tests shall take place within 10 days of the said date on such
day as the Employer shall in writing notify the Contractor.
F.
Repeat within a reasonable time, the appropriate tests of any portion of the works which had failed to
pass the said tests and bear all reasonable expenses to which the Employer may be put by the
repetition of the tests.
G.
Except where otherwise specified, provide such materials as may be requisite and reasonably
demanded to carry out such tests efficiently.
H.
Carry out the tests in the following sequence:
1. Visual inspection
2. Continuity of branch circuit conductors
3. Continuity of protective (grounding) conductors, including main and supplementary equipotential bonding
4. Earth electrode resistance
5. Insulation resistance:
i. Use 500v megger for equipment up to 350v rating

ii. Use 1.000v megger for equipment of 350-660v rating
6. Insulation of site-built and factory-built assemblies
7. Protection by electrical operation
8. Insulation of non-conducting floors and walls
9. Polarity
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10. Earth fault impedance
11. Earth leakage protective devices
12. Phase sequence
13. Prospective short circuit current to terminal and intermediate equipment
14. Load balance
I.
Submit, at completion of work, a report listing all phases and neutral currents on relevant panel boards
operating under normal load. State hour and date on which each load was measured and voltage at
time of test.
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SECTION 2 - LOW VOLTAGE ELECTRICAL POWER CONDUCTORS AND CABLES
2.1
PART 1 GENERAL
2.1.1.
SUMMARY
A. Section includes building wire and cable; nonmetallic-sheathed cable; direct burial cable; service
entrance cable; armored cable; metal clad cable; and wiring connectors and connections.
B. Related Sections:
1. Product requirements for wire identification.
2.1.2.
REFERENCES
A. International Electrical Testing Association:

1. NETA ATS - Acceptance Testing Specifications for Electrical Power Distribution
Equipment and Systems.
B. National Fire Protection Association:
1. NFPA 70 - National Electrical Code.
2. NFPA 262 - Standard Method of Test for Flame Travel and Smoke of Wires and Cables
for Use in Air-Handling Spaces.
2.1.3.
SYSTEM DESCRIPTION
A. Product Requirements: Provide products as follows:

1.
2.
3.
4.
Stranded conductor for feeders and branch circuits that are 10 AWG and smaller.
Stranded conductors for control circuits.
Conductor not smaller than 2.5 mm2 for power and lighting circuits.
Increase wire size in branch circuits to limit voltage drop to a maximum of 3 percent.
B. Wiring Methods: Provide the following wiring methods:

1. Wet or Damp Interior Locations: Use only direct burial cable, armored cable or metal
clad cable.
2. Exterior Locations: Use only, direct burial cable service-entrance cable, armored cable or
metal clad cable.
3. Underground Locations: Use only, direct burial cable service-entrance cable, armored
cable or metal clad cable.
4. Cable Tray Locations: Use only Tray cable Type TC, armored cable or metal clad cable.
2.1.4.
DESIGN REQUIREMENTS
A. Conductor sizes are based on copper unless indicated as aluminum or "AL".

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B. When aluminum conductor is substituted for copper conductor, size to match circuit requirements,
terminations, conductor ampacity and voltage drop.
2.1.5.
SUBMITTALS
A. Product Data: Submit for building wire and each cable assembly type.
B. Design Data: Indicate voltage drop and ampacity calculations for aluminum conductors substituted for
copper conductors.
C. Test Reports: Indicate procedures and values obtained.
2.1.6.
CLOSEOUT SUBMITTALS
A. Project Record Documents: Record actual locations of components and circuits.

2.1.7.
QUALITY ASSURANCE
A. Provide wiring materials located in plenums with peak optical density not greater than 0.5, average
optical density not greater than 0.15, and flame spread not greater than 5 feet (1.5 m) when tested in
accordance with NFPA 262.
B. Maintain one copy of each document on site.
2.1.8.
QUALIFICATIONS
A. Manufacturer: Company specializing in manufacturing products specified in this section with

minimum three years documented experience.
2.1.9.
FIELD MEASUREMENTS
A. Verify field measurements are as indicated on Drawings.

2.1.10.
COORDINATION
A. Where wire and cable destination is indicated and routing is not shown, determine routing and lengths
required.
2.2
PART 2 PRODUCTS
2.2.1.
ARMORED CABLE
A. Conductor: Copper.
B. Insulation: Flame-retardant cross-linked polyethylene.
C. Overall Jacket: Polyvinyl Chlorine (PVC) in accordance with UL 1277.
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D. Insulation Voltage Rating: 600 volts.

E. Insulation Temperature Rating: 90 degrees C.
2.2.2.
METAL CLAD CABLE
A. Conductor: Copper.
B. Insulation: Flame-retardant cross-linked polyethylene.
C. Overall Jacket: Polyvinyl Chlorine (PVC) in accordance with UL 1277.
D. Insulation Voltage Rating: 600 volts.
E. Insulation Temperature Rating: 90 degrees C.
2.2.3.
TRAY CABLE
A. Product Description: Multi-conductor power and control cable NFPA 70 Type TC.
B. Conductor: Copper.
C. Insulation: Flame-retardant cross-linked polyethylene.
D. Overall Jacket: Polyvinyl Chlorine (PVC) in accordance with UL 1277.
E. Insulation Voltage Rating: 600 volts.
F. Insulation Temperature Rating: 90 degrees C.
G. Listings: Finished cable UL listed as Type TC, and sunlight resistant.
2.2.4.
TERMINATIONS
A. Terminal Lugs for Wires 6 AWG and Smaller: Solderless, compression type copper.
B. Lugs for Wires 4 AWG and Larger: Color keyed compression type copper, with insulating sealing
collars.
2.3
PART 3 EXECUTION
2.3.1.
EXAMINATION
A. Coordination and project conditions.

B. Verify interior of building has been protected from weather.
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C. Verify mechanical work likely to damage wire and cable has been completed.
D. Verify raceway installation is complete and supported.
2.3.2.
PREPARATION
A. Completely and thoroughly swab raceway before installing wire.

2.3.3.
INSTALLATION
A. Route wire and cable to meet Project conditions.

B. Neatly train and lace wiring inside boxes, equipment, and panelboards.
C. Identify and color code wire and cable under provision. Identify each conductor with its circuit number
or other designation indicated.
D. Special Techniques--Building Wire in Raceway:
1. Pull conductors into raceway at same time.
2. Install building wire 4 AWG and larger with pulling equipment.
E. Special Techniques - Cable:
1. Protect exposed cable from damage.
2. Use suitable cable fittings and connectors.
F. Special Techniques - Wiring Connections:
1. Clean conductor surfaces before installing lugs and connectors.
2. Make splices, taps, and terminations to carry full ampacity of conductors with no perceptible
temperature rise.
3. Tape uninsulated conductors and connectors with electrical tape to 150 percent of insulation
rating of conductor.
4. Install split bolt connectors for copper conductor splices and taps, 6 AWG and larger.
5. Install solderless pressure connectors with insulating covers for copper conductor splices and
taps that is 8 AWG and smaller.
6. Install insulated spring wire connectors with plastic caps for copper conductor splices and taps
that are 10 AWG and smaller.
7. Terminate aluminum conductors with tin-plated, aluminum-bodied compression connectors
only. Fill with anti-oxidant compound before installing conductor.
8. Install suitable reducing connectors or mechanical connector adaptors for connecting
aluminum conductors to copper conductors.
G. Install stranded conductors for branch circuits 10 AWG and smaller. Install crimp on fork terminals for
device terminations. Do not place bare stranded conductors directly under screws.
H. Install terminal lugs on ends of 600 volt wires unless lugs are furnished on connected device, such as
circuit breakers.
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I.
Size lugs in accordance with manufacturers recommendations terminating wire sizes. Install 2-hole
type lugs to connect wires 4 AWG and larger to copper bus bars.
J.
For terminal lugs fastened together such as on motors, transformers, and other apparatus, or when
space between studs is small enough that lugs can turn and touch each other, insulate for dielectric
strength of 2-1/2 times normal potential of circuit.
2.3.4.
WIRE COLOR
A. All cables should be colour coded in accordance with the local electrical standards of the Republic of
Trinidad and Tobago. (TTS171: Part 1 Low Voltage Installations) and the NEC 2011 Handbook. In
the case where the local standards and the NEC conflict, the local standards shall be adhered to.
2.3.5.
FIELD QUALITY CONTROL
A. Field inspecting, testing, adjusting, and balancing.

B. Inspect and test in accordance with NETA ATS, except Section 4.
C. Perform inspections and tests listed in NETA ATS, Section 7.3.1.
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SECTION 3 - GROUNDING AND BONDING FOR ELECTRICAL SYSTEMS
3.1
PART 1 GENERAL
3.1.1.
SUMMARY
A. Section Includes:
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
Rod electrodes.
Active electrodes.
Wire.
Grounding well components.
Mechanical connectors.
Exothermic connections.
3.1.2.
REFERENCES
A. Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers:

1. IEEE 142 - Recommended Practice for Grounding of Industrial and Commercial Power
Systems.
2. IEEE 1100 - Recommended Practice for Powering and Grounding Electronic Equipment.
B. International Electrical Testing Association:
C. National Fire Protection Association:
3.1.3.
SYSTEM DESCRIPTION
A. Grounding systems use the following elements as grounding electrodes:

1. Ground ring
3.1.4.
SUBMITTALS
A. Product Data: Submit data on grounding electrodes and connections.

3.1.5.
CLOSEOUT SUBMITTALS
A. Requirements for submittals.

3.1.6.
QUALITY ASSURANCE
A. Maintain one copy of each document on site.

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QUALIFICATIONS
A. Manufacturer: Company specializing in manufacturing Products specified in this section with
3.1.8.
DELIVERY, STORAGE, AND HANDLING
A. Requirements for transporting, handling, storing, and protecting products.

B. Accept materials on site in original factory packaging, labelled with manufacturer's identification.
C. Protect from weather and construction traffic, dirt, water, chemical, and mechanical damage, by
storing in original packaging.
3.2
PART 2 PRODUCTS
3.2.1.
WIRE
A. Material: Stranded copper.

B. Bonding Conductor: Copper conductor bare.
3.3
PART 3 EXECUTION
3.3.1.
EXAMINATION
A. Verification of existing conditions before starting work.

B. Verify final backfill and compaction has been completed before driving rod electrodes.
3.3.2.
PREPARATION
A. Remove paint, rust, oils, surface contaminants at connection points.

3.3.3.
EXISTING WORK
A. Modify existing grounding system to maintain continuity to accommodate renovations.

B. Extend existing grounding system using materials and methods compatible with existing
electrical installations, or as specified.
3.3.4.
INSTALLATION
A. Install grounding and bonding conductors concealed from view.

B. Bond together metal siding not attached to grounded structure; bond to ground.
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C. Connect to site grounding system.

D. Permanently ground entire light and power system in accordance with NEC, including service
equipment, distribution panels, lighting panel boards, switch and starter enclosures, motor frames,
grounding type receptacles, and other exposed noncurrent carrying metal parts of electrical
equipment.
E. Accomplish grounding of electrical system by using insulated grounding conductor installed with
feeders and branch circuit conductors in conduits. Size grounding conductors in accordance with
NEC. Install from grounding bus of serving panel to ground bus of served panel, grounding screw
of receptacles, lighting fixture housing, light switch outlet boxes or metal enclosures of service
equipment. Ground conduits by means of grounding bushings on terminations at panel boards
with installed number 12 conductor to grounding bus.
F. Permanently attach equipment and grounding conductors prior to energizing equipment.
3.3.5.

C. Grounding and Bonding: Perform inspections and tests listed in NETA ATS, Section 7.13.
D. Perform ground resistance testing in accordance with IEEE 142.
E. Perform leakage current tests in accordance with NFPA 99.
F. Perform continuity testing in accordance with IEEE 142.
G. When improper grounding is found on receptacles, check receptacles in entire project and correct.
Perform retest.
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SECTION 4 - RACEWAY AND BOXES FOR ELECTRICAL SYSTEMS
4.1
PART 1 GENERAL
4.1.1.
SUMMARY
A. Section includes conduit and tubing, surface raceways, wire ways, outlet boxes, pull and junction
boxes, and hand holes.
4.1.2.
REFERENCES
A. American National Standards Institute:

1. ANSI C80.1 - Rigid Steel Conduit, Zinc Coated.
2. ANSI C80.3 - Specification for Electrical Metallic Tubing, Zinc Coated.
3. ANSI C80.5 - Aluminum Rigid Conduit - (ARC).
B. National Electrical Manufacturers Association:
1. NEMA 250 - Enclosures for Electrical Equipment (1000 Volts Maximum).
2. NEMA FB 1 - Fittings, Cast Metal Boxes, and Conduit Bodies for Conduit and Cable
Assemblies.
3. NEMA OS 1 - Sheet Steel Outlet Boxes, Device Boxes, Covers, and Box Supports.
4. NEMA OS 2 - Nonmetallic Outlet Boxes, Device Boxes, Covers, and Box Supports.
5. NEMA RN 1 - Polyvinyl Chloride (PVC) Externally Coated Galvanized Rigid Steel
Conduit and Intermediate Metal Conduit.
6. NEMA TC 2 - Electrical Polyvinyl Chloride (PVC) Tubing and Conduit.
7. NEMA TC 3 - PVC Fittings for Use with Rigid PVC Conduit and Tubing.
4.1.3.
SYSTEM DESCRIPTION
A. Raceway and boxes located as indicated on Drawings, and at other locations required for splices,
taps, wire pulling, equipment connections, and compliance with regulatory requirements.
Raceway and boxes are shown in approximate locations unless dimensioned. Provide raceway to
complete wiring system.
4.1.4.
DESIGN REQUIREMENTS
A. Minimum Raceway Size: 21 mm unless otherwise specified.

4.1.5.
SUBMITTALS
A. Product Data: Submit for the following:

1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
Flexible nonmetallic conduit.

Nonmetallic tubing.
Conduit bodies.
Pull and junction boxes.
Hand holes.
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CLOSEOUT SUBMITTALS
A. Project Record Documents:

1. Record actual locations and mounting heights of outlet, pull, and junction boxes.
4.1.7.
A. Product storage and handling requirements.

B. Protect conduit from corrosion and entrance of debris by storing above grade. Provide appropriate
covering.
C. Protect PVC conduit from sunlight.
4.2
PART 2 PRODUCTS
4.2.1.
NONMETALLIC CONDUIT
A. Product Description: NEMA TC 2; Schedule 40 PVC.

B. Fittings and Conduit Bodies: NEMA TC 3.
4.2.2.
OUTLET BOXES
A. Nonmetallic Outlet Boxes: NEMA OS 2.

B. Wall Plates for Finished Areas: As specified in Section 26 27 26.
4.2.3.
PULL AND JUNCTION BOXES
A. Sheet Metal Boxes: NEMA OS 1, galvanized steel.

B. Hinged Enclosures.
C. Surface Mounted Cast Metal Box: NEMA 250, Type 4X; flat-flanged, surface mounted junction box:
1. Material: Cast aluminum.
2. Cover: Furnish with ground flange, neoprene gasket, and stainless steel cover screws.
4.3
PART 3 EXECUTION
4.3.1.
EXAMINATION

B. Verify outlet locations and routing and termination locations of raceway prior to rough-in.
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EXISTING WORK
A. Maintain access to existing boxes and other installations remaining active and requiring access. Modify
installation or provide access panel.
B. Extend existing raceway and box installations using materials and methods compatible with existing
electrical installations, or as specified.
C. Clean and repair existing raceway and boxes to remain or to be reinstalled.
4.3.3.
INSTALLATION
A. Ground and bond raceway and boxes.

B. Identify raceway and boxes.
C. Arrange raceway and boxes to maintain headroom and present neat appearance.
4.3.4.
INSTALLATION RACEWAY
A. Raceway routing is shown in approximate locations unless dimensioned. Route to complete wiring
system.
B. Arrange raceway supports to prevent misalignment during wiring installation.
C. Support raceway using coated steel or malleable iron straps, lay-in adjustable hangers, clevis hangers,
and split hangers.
D. Do not support raceway with wire or perforated pipe straps. Remove wire used for temporary supports.
E. Route exposed raceway parallel and perpendicular to walls.
F. Maintain clearance between raceway and piping for maintenance purposes.
G. Maintain 300 mm clearance between raceway and surfaces with temperatures exceeding 40 degrees C.
H. Cut conduit square using saw or pipe cutter; de-burr cut ends.
I.
Bring conduit to shoulder of fittings; fasten securely.
J.
Join nonmetallic conduit using cement as recommended by manufacturer. Wipe nonmetallic conduit
dry and clean before joining. Apply full even coat of cement to entire area inserted in fitting. Allow
joint to cure for minimum 20 minutes.
K. Install conduit hubs or sealing locknuts to fasten conduit to sheet metal boxes in damp and wet
locations and to cast boxes.
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L. Avoid moisture traps; install junction box with drain fitting at low points in conduit system.
M. Install fittings to accommodate expansion and deflection where raceway crosses seismic, control and
expansion joints.
N. Install suitable pull string or cord in each empty raceway except sleeves and nipples.
O. Install suitable caps to protect installed conduit against entrance of dirt and moisture.
P. Surface Raceway: Install flat-head screws, clips, and straps to fasten raceway channel to surfaces;
mount plumb and level. Install insulating bushings and inserts at connections to outlets and corner
fittings.
Q. Close ends and unused openings in wireway.
4.3.5.
INTERFACE WITH OTHER PRODUCTS
A. Locate outlet boxes to allow luminaires positioned as indicated on Drawings.

B. Align adjacent wall mounted outlet boxes for switches, thermostats, and similar devices.
4.3.6.
ADJUSTING
A. Testing, adjusting, and balancing.

B. Adjust flush-mounting outlets to make front flush with finished wall material.
4.3.7.
CLEANING
A. Final cleaning.
B. Clean interior of boxes to remove dust, debris, and other material.
C. Clean exposed surfaces and restore finish.
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SECTION 5 - CABLE TRAYS FOR ELECTRICAL SYSTEMS
5.1
PART 1 GENERAL
5.1.1.
SUMMARY
A. Section includes cable tray.

5.1.2.
REFERENCES
A. National Electrical Manufacturers Association:

1. NEMA FG 1 - Nonmetallic Cable Tray Systems.
2. NEMA VE 1 - Metal Cable Tray Systems.
3. NEMA VE 2 - Metal Cable Tray Installation Guidelines.
5.1.3.
SUBMITTALS
A. Shop Drawings: Indicate tray type, dimensions, support points, and finishes.
B. Product Data: Submit fittings and accessories.
C. Manufacturer's Installation Instructions: Submit application conditions and limitations of use stipulated
by Product testing agency specified under Regulatory Requirements. Include instructions for storage,
handling, protection, examination, preparation, and installation of Product.
5.1.4.
CLOSEOUT SUBMITTALS
A. Project Record Documents: Record actual routing of cable tray and locations of supports.
5.2
PART 2 PRODUCTS
5.2.1.
METAL CHANNEL-TYPE CABLE TRAY
A. Material: Aluminum.
B. Furnish manufacturer's standard clamps, hangers, brackets, splice plates, reducer plates, blind ends,
barrier strips, connectors, and grounding straps.
C. Covers: Flanged, ventilated cover.
5.2.2.
WARNING SIGNS
A. Engraved Nameplates: 13 mm black letters on yellow laminated plastic nameplate, engraved with:
WARNING! DO NOT USE CABLE TRAY AS WALKWAY, LADDER, OR SUPPORT. USE ONLY
AS MECHANICAL SUPPORT FOR CABLES AND TUBING!
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PART 3 EXECUTION
5.3.1.
EXISTING WORK
A. Maintain access to existing cable tray and other installations remaining active and requiring
access. Modify installation or provide access panel.
5.3.2.
INSTALLATION
A. Install metal cable tray in accordance with NEMA VE 2.

B. Support trays and fasten to structure and finishes in accordance with manufacturer specifications.
Install supports at each connection point, at end of each run, and at other points to maintain
spacing between supports of 10m maximum.
C. Install expansion connectors where recommended by manufacturer.
D. Ground and bond metal cable tray in accordance with Section 26 05 26.
1. Provide continuity between tray components.
2. Use anti-oxidant compound to prepare aluminum contact surfaces before assembly.
3. Make connections to tray using mechanical, compression or exothermic connectors.
E. Install warning signs at 1500 mm centers along cable tray, located to be visible.
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SECTION 6 - IDENTIFICATION FOR ELECTRICAL SYSTEMS
6.1
PART 1 GENERAL
6.1.1.
SUMMARY
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
7.
Nameplates.
Labels.
Wire markers.
Conduit markers.
Stencils.
Underground Warning Tape.
Lockout Devices.
6.1.2.
SUBMITTALS
A. Product Data:
1. Submit manufacturers catalog literature for each product required.
2. Submit electrical identification schedule including list of wording, symbols, letter size, color
coding, tag number, location, and function.
B. Manufacturer's Installation Instructions: Indicate installation instructions, special procedures, and
installation.
6.1.3.
CLOSEOUT SUBMITTALS
A. Requirements for submittals.

B. Project Record Documents: Record actual locations of tagged devices; include tag numbers.
6.1.4.
QUALIFICATIONS
A. Manufacturer: Company specializing in manufacturing Products specified in this section with

6.1.5.
A. Requirements for transporting, handling, storing, and protecting products.

B. Accept identification products on site in original containers. Inspect for damage.
C. Accept materials on site in original factory packaging, labeled with manufacturer's identification,
including product density and thickness.
D. Protect insulation from weather and construction traffic, dirt, water, chemical, and mechanical damage,
by storing in original wrapping.
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ENVIRONMENTAL REQUIREMENTS
A. Environmental conditions affecting products on site.

B. Install labels only when ambient temperature and humidity conditions for adhesive are within range
recommended by manufacturer.
6.2
PART 2 PRODUCTS
6.2.1.
WIRE MARKERS
A. Description: Cloth tape, split sleeve, or tubing type wire markers.

B. Legend:
1. Power and Lighting Circuits: Branch circuit or feeder number as indicated on Drawings.
6.2.2.
CONDUIT AND RACEWAY MARKERS
A. Description: Labels fastened with adhesive.

B. Color:
1. Low Voltage System : Black lettering on white background.
6.3
PART 3 EXECUTION
6.3.1.
PREPARATION
A. Degrease and clean surfaces to receive adhesive for identification materials.

6.3.2.
INSTALLATION
A. Install identifying devices after completion of painting.

B. Label Installation:
1. Install label parallel to equipment lines.
C. Wire Marker Installation:
1. Install wire marker for each conductor at panelboard gutters, pull boxes, outlet and junction
boxes, and each load connection.
2. Mark data cabling at each end. Install additional marking at accessible locations along the
cable run.
3. Install labels at data outlets identifying patch panel and port designation.
A. Conduit Marker Installation:
1. Install conduit marker for each conduit longer than 2000 mm.
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2. Conduit Marker Spacing: 6000 mm on center.
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SECTION 7 - PANELBOARDS
7.1
PART 1 GENERAL
7.1.1.
SUMMARY
1. Distribution and branch circuit panelboards.
2. Electronic grade branch circuit panelboards.
3. Load centers.
7.1.2.
REFERENCE STANDARDS
A. Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers:

1. IEEE C62.41 - Recommended Practice on Surge Voltages in Low-Voltage AC Power
Circuits.
B. National Electrical Manufacturers Association:
1. NEMA KS 1 - Enclosed and Miscellaneous Distribution Equipment Switches (600 Volts
Maximum).
2. NEMA PB 1 - Panelboards.
3. NEMA PB 1.1 - General Instructions for Proper Installation, Operation, and Maintenance of
Panelboards Rated 600 Volts or Less.
C. International Electrical Testing Association:
D. National Fire Protection Association:
E. Underwriters Laboratories Inc.:
1. UL 50 - Cabinets and Boxes
2. UL 67 - Safety for Panel boards.
3. UL 489 - Molded-Case Circuit Breakers, Molded-Case Switches, and Circuit-Breaker
Enclosures.
7.1.3.
SUBMITTALS
A. Product Data: Submit catalog data showing specified features of standard products.
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B. Shop Drawings: Indicate outline and support point dimensions, voltage, main bus ampacity,
integrated short circuit ampere rating, circuit breaker and fusible switch arrangement and sizes.
C. Source Quality control submittals: Indicate results of factory tests and inspections.
D. Field Quality Control Submittals: Indicate results of Contractor furnished tests and inspections.
7.1.4.
CLOSEOUT SUBMITTALS
A. Project Record Documents: Record actual locations of panelboards and record actual circuiting
arrangements.
B. Operation and Maintenance Data: Submit spare parts listing; source and current prices of
replacement parts and supplies; and recommended maintenance procedures and intervals.
7.1.5.
MAINTENANCE MATERIAL SUBMITTALS

A. Submit manufacturer's instructions for panel boards including special provisions required to
install equipment components and system packages.
B. Special notices detail impedances, hazards and safety precautions.
7.1.6.
QUALITY ASSURANCE
A. Ensure the manufacturer of the assembly is the manufacturer of the major components within
the assembly and has produced similar electrical equipment for a minimum period of five
years.
B. Provide statements signed by responsible officials of a manufacturer of a product, system, or
material attesting that the product, system or material meets specified requirements. Ensure
statements are dated after the award of this contract, with the project name, and a list of the
specific requirements which it is intended to address.
7.2
PART 2 PRODUCTS
7.2.1.
COMPONENTS
7.2.1.1.
Panel boards
A. Ensure outline drawings for panel boards indicate overall physical features, dimensions,
ratings, service requirements, and weights of equipment.
B. Totally enclose power-distribution panel boards and lighting and appliance branch-circuit panel
boards in a steel cabinet, dead-front circuit breaker type with copper buses, surface- or flushmounted as indicated. Ensure panel boards conform to NEMA PB 1 and UL 489. Provide
branch circuit panels with buses fabricated for plug-in type circuit breakers.
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C. Provide an outer door or cover, hinged on one side, on surface-mounted panel boards to
provide gutter space access.
D. Voltage and current rating, number of phases, and number of wires is as indicated. Provide
four-wire distribution panel boards and lighting and appliance branch-circuit panel boards with
an isolated full-capacity neutral bus. Ensure panel boards are rated for 240-volt (maximum),
single-phase 120/240-volt, three-phase 60-hertz current.
E. Provide three-phase, 4-wire and single-phase, 3-wire distribution lighting and branch circuit
panel boards with an isolated full-capacity bus providing spaces for single-pole circuit
breakers/switches and spaces indicated as spare.
F. Provide panel boards with a separate grounding bus bonded to the enclosure. Ensure
grounding bus is a solid bus bar of rectangular cross section equipped with binding screws for
the connection of equipment grounding conductors.
G. Ensure each panel board, as a complete unit, has a short-circuit current rating equal to or
greater than the integrated equipment rating shown on the panel board schedule or as indicated.
H. Ensure panel boards and main lugs or main breakers have current ratings as shown on the panel
board schedule.
I.
Bus bar connections to the branch circuit breakers are the "distributed phase" or "phase
sequence" type. Single-phase, three-wire panel board busing is such that when any two
adjacent single-pole breakers are connected to opposite phases, two-pole breakers can be
installed in any location. Three-phase, four-wire busing is such that when any three adjacent
single-pole breakers are individually connected to each of the three different phases, two- or
three-pole breakers can be installed at any location. Ensure current-carrying parts of the bus
assembly are plated. Mains ratings are as shown.
J. For mechanical lugs furnished with panel boards, use cast copper or copper alloys of sizes
suitable for the conductors indicated.
K. Use boxes with the manufacturer's standard knockouts and are galvanized code-gage sheet
steel. Fronts are of code-gage sheet steel furnished with hinged doors with adjustable trim
clamps for securing the fronts to the boxes.
L. Panel board box is galvanized code-gage sheet steel without knockouts. Ensure entire panel
board front is hinged on one side with a piano hinge for the full height and has captive screws
opposite the hinged side. Where panel boards are installed flush with the walls, the installation
details are such that the hinged front can be opened without damage to the adjacent wall
surfaces.
M. Ensure panel board enclosures are NEMA, Type 3. Provide enclosures with hinged fronts and
corrosion-resistant steel pin-tumbler cylinder locks.
N. Key the locks alike and properly tagged. Provide two keys for each enclosure to the
Contracting Officer.
7.2.1.2.
Circuit Breakers
A. Provide molded-case breakers as. Frame and trip ratings are as indicated.
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B. Interrupting rating of circuit breakers are as indicated. If not shown, the interrupting rating for
circuit breakers in 240/120 volt panel boards is not less than 10,000 amperes rms symmetrical.
C. Use bolt-on and plug-in type circuit breakers where specified.
D. In branch circuit panel boards, ensure branch circuit breakers feeding convenience outlets have
sensitive instantaneous trip settings of not more than 10 times the trip rating of the breaker to
prevent repeated arcing shorts resulting from frayed appliance cords.
E. Provide UL listed single-pole 20- and 30-ampere circuit breakers as "Switching Breakers" at 120
volts ac. Provide UL Class A (5-milliampere sensitivity) ground fault circuit protection on 120volt ac branch circuit as indicated.
F. When multiple wires per phase are specified, furnish the circuit breakers with connectors made to
accommodate multiple wires.
G. Ensure circuit breaker spaces called out on the drawings are complete with mounting hardware to
permit ready installation of the circuit breakers.
7.2.1.3.
Enclosed Molded-Case Circuit Breakers
A. For enclosed circuit breakers, provide thermal-magnetic molded-case circuit breakers in

surface-mounted, non-ventilated enclosures conforming to the appropriate articles of NEMA
250 and UL 489.
B. Provide enclosed circuit breakers in non-hazardous locations as follows:
1.
Contain circuit breakers installed inside clean, dry locations in NEMA Type 1, general
purpose sheet steel enclosures.
2.
Contain circuit breakers installed in unprotected outdoor locations, in NEMA Type 3R,
weather-resistant sheet steel enclosures that are splash-proof, weatherproof, sleet proof, and
moisture resistant.
3.
Contain circuit breakers installed in wet locations, in NEMA Type 4, watertight corrosionresistant sheet steel enclosures constructed to prevent entrance of water.
4.
Contain circuit breakers installed in wet locations in NEMA Type 4, watertight cast-iron
enclosures, constructed to prevent entrance of water when tested in accordance with NEMA
ICS 1 for Type 4 enclosures.
5.
Contain circuit breakers installed in dry, noncombustible dust-laden atmospheres in NEMA

Type 5, dust tight corrosion-resistant sheet steel enclosures, with gaskets or their equivalent to
prevent the entrance of dust.
6.
Contain circuit breakers installed in dry, noncombustible, dust-laden atmospheres in NEMA

Type 5, dusttight cast-iron enclosures, with gaskets or their equivalent to prevent the entrance
of dust.
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7.
Contain circuit breakers installed in industrial locations in NEMA Type 12, industrial-use
sheet steel enclosures, constructed to prevent the entrance of dust, lint, fibers and flyings, and
oil and coolant seepage.
8.
Fabricate steel enclosures from corrosion-resistant steel sheet, conforming to ASTM A167,
300 series corrosion-resistant steel, with box dimensions and thickness of sheet steel in
accordance with UL 50.
9.
Provide cast-iron enclosures of gray-iron castings conforming to ASTM A48/A48M with

tensile strength classification suitable for this application. Provide cast metal enclosures that
are not less than 3 millimeter (1/8-inch) thick at every point, of greater thickness at
reinforcing ribs and door edges, and not less than 6 millimeter (1/4-inch)thick at tapped holes
for conduits.
FACTORY TESTING
A. Test complete panel boards in accordance with UL 67.

7.3
PART 3 EXECUTION
7.3.1.
INSTALLATION
A. Install panel boards in accordance with NEMA PB 1.1.

B. Install panel boards plumb.
C. Install recessed panel boards flush with wall finishes.
D. Height: 1800 mm to top of panel board; install panel boards taller than 1800 mm with bottom no
more than 100 mm above floor.
E. Install filler plates for unused spaces in panel boards.
F. Provide typed circuit directory for each branch circuit panel board. Revise directory to reflect
circuiting changes to balance phase loads. Identify each circuit as to its clear, evident and specific
purpose of use.
G. Install spare conduits out of each recessed panel board to accessible location. Minimum spare
conduits: 2 empty. Identify each as SPARE.
H. Ground and bond panel board enclosure according to Section 26 05 26. Connect equipment
ground bars of panels in accordance with NFPA 70.
7.3.2.
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C. Perform circuit breaker inspections and tests listed in NETA ATS, Section 7.6.
D. Perform switch inspections and tests listed in NETA ATS, Section 7.5.
7.3.3.
ADJUSTING
A. Requirements for starting and adjusting.
B. Measure steady state load currents at each panel board feeder; rearrange circuits in panel board to
balance phase loads to within 20 percent of each other. Maintain proper phasing for multi-wire
branch circuits. Provide typed table of loading.
7.3.4.
CLEANING
A. Requirements for cleaning.
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SECTION 8 - WIRING DEVICES
8.1
PART 1 GENERAL
8.1.1.
SUMMARY
A. Section includes wall switches; wall dimmers; receptacles; multi-outlet assembly; and device plates and
decorative box covers.
8.1.2.
REFERENCES
A. National Electrical Manufacturers Association:

1. NEMA WD 1 - General Requirements for Wiring Devices.
2. NEMA WD 6 - Wiring Devices-Dimensional Requirements.
8.1.3.
SUBMITTALS
A. Product Data: Submit manufacturer's catalog information showing dimensions, colors, and
configurations.
B. Samples: Submit two samples of each wiring device and wall plate illustrating materials, construction,
color, and finish.
8.1.4.
QUALIFICATIONS

8.1.5.
EXTRA MATERIALS
A. Spare parts and maintenance products.

8.2
PART 2 PRODUCTS
8.2.1.
WALL SWITCHES
A. Product Description: NEMA WD 1, Heavy-Duty, AC only general-use snap switch.

B. Ratings:
1. Voltage: 120-277 volts, AC.
2. Current: 20 amperes.
8.2.2.
RECEPTACLES
A. Product Description: NEMA WD 1, Heavy-duty general use receptacle.

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B. Configuration: NEMA WD 6, type.

C. GFCI Receptacle: Convenience receptacle with integral ground fault circuit interrupter to meet
regulatory requirements.
8.2.3.
WALL PLATES
A. Weatherproof Cover Plate: Stainless steel plate with hinged and gasketed device cover.
8.3
PART 3 EXECUTION
8.3.1.
EXAMINATION

B. Verify outlet boxes are installed at proper height.
C. Verify wall openings are neatly cut and completely covered by wall plates.
D. Verify branch circuit wiring installation is completed, tested, and ready for connection to wiring
devices.
8.3.2.
PREPARATION
A. Clean debris from outlet boxes.

8.3.3.
INSTALLATION
A. Install devices plumb and level.

B. Install switches with OFF position down.
C. Install wall dimmers to achieve full rating specified and indicated after derating for ganging as
instructed by manufacturer.
D. Do not share neutral conductor on load side of dimmers.
E. Install receptacles with grounding pole on bottom.
F. Connect wiring device grounding terminal to outlet box with bonding jumper and branch circuit
equipment grounding conductor.
G. Install wall plates on flush mounted switches, receptacles, and blank outlets.
H. Connect wiring devices by wrapping solid conductor around screw terminal. Install stranded conductor
for branch circuits 10 AWG and smaller. When stranded conductors are used in lieu of solid, use crimp
on fork terminals for device terminations. Do not place bare stranded conductors directly under device
screws.
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INTERFACE WITH OTHER PRODUCTS
A. Install wall switch 1.2 m above finished floor.

B. Install receptacle 600 mm above finished floor.
8.3.5.

B. Inspect each wiring device for defects.
C. Operate each wall switch with circuit energized and verify proper operation.
D. Verify each receptacle device is energized.
E. Test each receptacle device for proper polarity.
F. Test each GFCI receptacle device for proper operation.
8.3.6.
ADJUSTING

B. Adjust devices and wall plates to be flush and level.
8.3.7.
CLEANING
A. Final cleaning.
B. Clean exposed surfaces to remove splatters and restore finish.
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SECTION 9 INTERIOR LIGHTING

PART 1 GENERAL
A. Lighting fixtures and accessories mounted on interior surfaces of buildings are specified in this section.
9.1.1.
REFERENCES
A. ASTM International (ASTM):
1. ASTM A1008/A1008M - (2015) Standard Specification for Steel, Sheet, Cold-Rolled,
Carbon, Structural, High-Strength Low-Alloy and High-Strength Low-Alloy with
Improved Formability, Solution Hardened, and Bake Hardened
2. ASTM A580/A580M - (2015) Standard Specification for Stainless Steel Wire
3. ASTM A641/A641M - (2009a; R 2014) Standard Specification for Zinc-Coated
(Galvanized) Carbon Steel Wire
4. ASTM A653/A653M - (2013) Standard Specification for Steel Sheet, Zinc-Coated
(Galvanized) or Zinc-Iron Alloy-Coated (Galvannealed) by the Hot-Dip Process
5. ASTM B164 - (2003; R 2014) Standard Specification for Nickel-Copper Alloy Rod, Bar,
and Wire
6. ASTM B633 - (2013) Standard Specification for Electrodeposited Coatings of Zinc on
Iron and Steel
7. ASTM E2129 - (2010) Standard Practice for Data Collection for Sustainability
Assessment of Building Products
9.1.2.
DEFINITIONS
A. Unless otherwise specified or indicated, electrical and electronics terms used in these specifications,
and on the drawings, shall be as defined in IEEE 100.
B. Average life is the time after which 50 percent will have failed and 50 percent will have survived under
normal conditions.
C. Total harmonic distortion (THD) is the root mean square (RMS) of all the harmonic components
divided by the total fundamental current.
9.1.3.
SUBMITTALS
A. Shop Drawings: Indicate dimensions and components for each luminaire not standard Product of
manufacturer.
B. Product Data: Submit dimensions, ratings, and performance data.
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QUALITY ASSURANCE
9.1.4.1.
Fluorescent Electronic Ballasts
A. Submit ballast catalog data as required in the paragraph entitled "Fluorescent Lamp Electronic
Ballasts" contained herein.
B. As an option, submit the fluorescent fixture manufacturer's electronic ballast specification
information in lieu of the actual ballast manufacturer's catalog data. This information shall
include published specifications and sketches, which covers the information required by the
paragraph entitled "Fluorescent Lamp Electronic Ballasts" herein. This information may be
supplemented by catalog data if required, and shall contain a list of vendors with vendor part
numbers.
9.1.4.2.
Lighting Fixtures, Complete With Lamps and Ballasts
A. Submit one sample of each fixture type for inspection, review, and approval. The sample shall
be retained for comparison against the remainder of the fixtures. The sample may be used in
the final fixture installation.
9.1.4.3.
Standard Products
A. Provide materials and equipment that are products of manufacturers regularly engaged in the
production of such products which are of equal material, design and workmanship.
B. Products shall have been in satisfactory commercial or industrial use for 2 years prior to bid
opening. The 2-year period shall include applications of equipment and materials under
similar circumstances and of similar size.
C. The product shall have been on sale on the commercial market through advertisements,
manufacturers' catalogs, or brochures during the 2-year period.
D. Where two or more items of the same class of equipment are required, these items shall be
products of a single manufacturer; however, the component parts of the item need not be the
products of the same manufacturer unless stated in this section.
9.1.4.4.
Alternative Qualifications
A. Products having less than a 2-year field service record will be acceptable if a certified record of
satisfactory field operation for not less than 6000 hours, exclusive of the manufacturers' factory
or laboratory tests, is furnished.
9.1.4.5.
Material and Equipment Manufacturing Date
A. Products manufactured more than 3 years prior to date of delivery to site shall not be used,
unless specified otherwise.
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WARRANTY
A. The equipment items shall be supported by service organizations which are reasonably
convenient to the equipment installation in order to render satisfactory service to the equipment
on a regular and emergency basis during the warranty period of the contract.
9.2
PART 2 PRODUCTS
9.2.1.
FLUORESCENT LIGHTING FIXTURES

A. Fluorescent fixtures shall have electronic ballasts unless specifically indicated otherwise.
9.2.1.1.
Fluorescent Lamp Electronic Ballasts
The electronic ballast shall as a minimum meet the following characteristics:

A. Ballast shall comply with UL 935, NEMA ANSLG C82.11, NFPA 70, and CEC Title 24 unless
specified otherwise. Ballast shall be 100 percent electronic high frequency type with no
magnetic core and coil components. Ballast shall provide transient immunity as recommended
by IEEE C62.41.1 and IEEE C62.41.2. Ballast shall be designed for the wattage of the lamps
used in the indicated application. Ballasts shall be designed to operate on the voltage system to
which they are connected.
B.
Power factor shall be 0.95 (minimum).
C.
Ballast shall have light regulation of plus or minus 10 percent lumen output with a plus or
minus 10 percent input voltage regulation. Ballast shall have 10 percent flicker (maximum)
using any compatible lamp.
D.
Ballast factor shall be between 0.85 (minimum) and 1.00 (maximum). Current crest factor
shall be 1.7 (maximum).
E.
Ballast shall be UL listed Class P with a sound rating of "A."
F.
Ballast shall have circuit diagrams and lamp connections displayed on the ballast.
G.
Ballasts shall be instant start unless otherwise indicated. Ballasts shall be programmed start
where indicated. Instant start ballasts shall operate lamps in a parallel circuit configuration
that permits the operation of remaining lamps if one or more lamps fail or are removed. ]
[Ballasts shall be programmed start unless otherwise indicated.
H.
Electronic ballast shall have a full replacement warranty of 5 years from date of manufacture
9.2.1.2.
T-8 Lamp Ballast
A. Total harmonic distortion (THD): Shall be 20 percent maximum.

B. Input wattage.
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1. 32 watts (maximum) when operating two F32T8 lamp

2. 114 watts (maximum) when operating four F32T8 lamps
C. Ballast efficacy factor.
1. 1.44 (minimum) when operating two F32T8 lamps
2. 0.73 (minimum) when operating four F32T8 lamps
9.2.2.
HIGH-INTENSITY-DISCHARGE (HID) LIGHTING FIXTURES
A. Provide HID fixtures with tempered glass lenses when using metal-halide lamps.
9.2.2.1.
HID Ballasts
A. UL 1029 and ANSI C82.4 and shall be constant wattage autotransformer (CWA) or regulator,
high power factor type (minimum 90 percent). Provide single-lamp ballasts which shall have a
minimum starting temperature of minus 30 degrees C. Ballasts shall be:
1. Designed to operate on the voltage system to which they are connected.
2. Designed for installation in a normal ambient temperature of 40 degrees C.
3. Constructed so that open circuit operation will not reduce the average life.
B. High-pressure sodium (HPS) ballasts shall have a solid-state igniter/starter with an average life in
the pulsing mode of 3500 hours at the intended ambient temperature. Igniter case temperature
shall not exceed 90 degrees C in any mode.
9.2.3.
RECESS AND FLUSH-MOUNTED FIXTURES
A. Provide type that can be re-lamped from the bottom. Access to ballast shall be from the bottom.
Trim for the exposed surface of flush-mounted fixtures shall be as indicated.
9.2.4.
FIXTURES FOR HAZARDOUS LOCATIONS
A. In addition to requirements stated herein, provide fluorescent fixtures for hazardous locations
which conform to UL 844.
9.2.5.
9.2.5.1.
SWITCHES
Toggle Switches
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9.3.1.
INSTALLATION
A. Electrical installations shall conform to IEEE C2, NFPA 70, and to the requirements specified
herein.
9.3.1.1.
Lamps
A. Lamps of the type, wattage, and voltage rating indicated shall be delivered to the project in the
original cartons and installed just prior to project completion.
B. Lamps installed and used for working light during construction shall be replaced prior to
turnover to the Client if more than 15 percent of their rated life has been used.
C. Lamps shall be tested for proper operation prior to turn-over and shall be replaced if necessary
with new lamps from the original manufacturer.
D. Provide 10 percent spare lamps of each type from the original manufacturer.
9.3.1.2.
Lighting Fixtures
A. Set lighting fixtures plumb, square, and level with ceiling and walls, in alignment with adjacent
lighting fixtures, and secure in accordance with manufacturers' directions and approved
drawings. Installation shall meet requirements of NFPA 70.
B. Mounting heights specified or indicated shall be to the bottom of fixture for ceiling-mounted
fixtures and to center of fixture for wall-mounted fixtures.
C. Obtain approval of the exact mounting for lighting fixtures on the job before commencing
installation and, where applicable, after coordinating with the type, style, and pattern of the
ceiling being installed.
D. Recessed and semi-recessed fixtures shall be independently supported from the building
structure by a minimum of four wires per fixture and located near each corner of each fixture.
Ceiling grid clips are not allowed as an alternative to independently supported light fixtures.
E. Round fixtures or fixtures smaller in size than the ceiling grid shall be independently supported
from the building structure by a minimum of four wires per fixture spaced approximately
equidistant around the fixture.
9.3.2.
FIELD APPLIED PAINTING

A. Paint electrical equipment as required to match finish of adjacent surfaces or to meet the
indicated or specified safety criteria.
9.3.3.
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A. Upon completion of installation, verify that equipment is properly installed, connected, and
adjusted. Conduct an operating test to show that equipment operates in accordance with
requirements of this section.
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SECTION 12 - EXTERIOR LIGHTING
10.1
PART 1 GENERAL
10.1.1.
SUMMARY
A. Section includes exterior luminaries, poles, and accessories.

10.1.2.
REFERENCES
A. American National Standards Institute:

1. ANSI C82.4 - American National Standard for Ballasts-for High-Intensity-Discharge and
Low-Pressure Sodium Lamps (Multiple-Supply Type).
10.1.3.
SUBMITTALS
C. Shop Drawings: Indicate dimensions and components for each luminaire not standard Product of
manufacturer.
D. Product Data: Submit dimensions, ratings, and performance data.
10.1.4.
QUALIFICATIONS

10.1.5.
A. Product storage and handling requirements.

10.1.6.
COORDINATION

B. Furnish bolt templates and pole mounting accessories to installer of pole foundations.
10.2
10.2.1.
PART 2 PRODUCTS
LUMINAIRES
A. Product Description: Complete exterior luminaire assemblies, with features, options, and
accessories as scheduled.
10.2.2.
HIGH INTENSITY DISCHARGE (HID) BALLASTS
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A. Product Description: ANSI C82.4, metal halide and high pressure sodium lamp ballast, suitable
for lamp and environmental conditions specified, with voltage to match luminaire voltage.
10.2.3.
LAMPS - GENERAL
A. Minimum Efficacy, Lamps Greater Than 100 Watts: 60 lumens/W, except where otherwise
indicated or permitted by applicable code.
10.3
10.3.1.
PART 3 EXECUTION
EXAMINATION
A. Coordination and Project conditions.

B. Verify foundations are ready to receive fixtures.
10.3.2.
INSTALLATION
A. Install concrete bases for lighting poles at locations as indicated.

B. Install poles plumb. Install double nuts to adjust plumb. Grout around each base.
C. Install lamps in each luminaire.
D. Bond and ground luminaries, metal accessories and metal poles in accordance with Section 26 05
26. Install supplementary grounding electrode at each pole.
10.3.3.

B. Operate each luminaire after installation and connection. Inspect for improper connections and
operation.
C. Measure illumination levels to verify conformance with performance requirements.
D. Take measurements during evening/night sky, without moon or with heavy overcast clouds
effectively obscuring moon.
10.3.4.
ADJUSTING

B. Aim and adjust luminaries to provide illumination levels and distribution.
10.3.5.
CLEANING
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B. Clean photometric control surfaces as recommended by manufacturer.

C. Clean finishes and touch up damage.
10.3.6.
PROTECTION OF FINISHED WORK
A. Protecting finished work.

B. Relamp luminaries at Substantial Completion.
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11.1
PART 1 GENERAL
11.1.1.
REFERENCES
A. National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) - NFPA 101 (2015) Life Safety Code
B. Underwriters Laboratories (UL) - UL 924 (2006; Reprint Apr 2014) Standard for Emergency Lighting
and Power Equipment
11.1.2.
ADMINISTRATIVE REQUIREMENTS
11.1.2.1.
Pre-Installation Meetings
A. No more than 30 days after Contract Award, the Contracting Officer will schedule a PreInstallation Meeting. Submit Material, Equipment, and Fixture Lists for the following showing
manufacturer's product data, including style or catalog numbers, specification and drawing
reference numbers, warranty information, and fabrication site:
1. Exit Lighting Units
2. Contemporary Fixtures
3.
Accessories
4. Exit Lighting Units Outline Drawings indicating overall physical features,

dimensions, ratings, service requirements, and weights of equipment.
11.1.3.
SUBMITTALS
A. Shop Drawings: Indicate dimensions and components for each luminaire not standard Product of
manufacturer.
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PART 2 PRODUCTS
11.2.1.
PRODUCT STANDARDS
A. Provide emergency exit lighting fixtures conforming to UL 924, NFPA 101, and as specified.
B. Provide exit lighting fixtures completely assembled with wiring and mounting devices, ready for
installation at the locations indicated. Ensure ceiling-mounted fixtures are designed to be
supported independent of the ceiling and equipped with lamps.
11.2.1.1.
Energy Efficiencies
A. Provide exit lighting fixtures having efficiencies in accordance with the recommended levels
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11.2.2.
CONTEMPORARY FIXTURES
A. Provide contemporary exit lighting fixture having a fixture body with edge-lighted plastic exitsign panels, face trims, lamps, lamp holders, and mounting brackets for top, back, and end
mounting to walls and ceilings in accordance with NFPA 101, as indicated.
B. Provide single/double face fixtures with thin wedge-shaped vertical cross sections. Ensure top
edge of double-face fixtures is not more than 70 millimeter thick, and top edge of single-face
fixtures is not more than 50 millimeter inches thick.
C. Provide double-face fixtures with a bottom edge of not more than 45 millimeter thick, and singleface fixtures not more than 32 millimeters thick.
D. Provide plastic sign panels with acrylic with green translucent letters and directional arrows, as
required. Ensure letters are 150 millimeter high with stroke not less than 30 millimeter wide.
E. Provide plastic sign panels which are edge-lighted from the top with at least two low-voltage
miniature incandescent lamps that will illuminate the plastic sign panels and floor.
F. Wire exit signs for two-circuit service at 120 volts and include a diode circuit that provides a
minimum of 50,000 hours of lamp life.
G. Provide mounting plates and brackets formed from sheet aluminum or plate with a brushed-satin
finish, not less than 115 millimeter square and designed to secure the fixture to a 100 millimeter
inch square outlet box.
11.2.3.
EMERGENCY POWER LOSS EXIT LIGHTING UNITS
A. Provide each self-contained unit with an automatic power failure device, test switch, pilot light,
and fully automatic high/low solid-state trickle charger in a self-contained power pack. Provide
with battery, maintenance-free for a period of not less than 10 years under normal operating
conditions. Ensure normal operation is with 120 volts.
11.2.4.
LIGHT EMITTING DIODES (LEDs) EXIT LIGHTING FIXTURES
A. Ensure fixture features include:
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
7.
8.
9.
continuous charging
automatic switching to standby batteries upon loss of power
overload protection
short circuit protection
test switch
low voltage disconnect
switch controlled left and right LED directional arrows
field connectable to operate from 120 volts
brightness not less than ten (10) candela candlepower
B. Provide unit battery system with minimum operating time of three (3) hours for double faced
fixtures and seven (7) hours for single faced fixtures.
C. Provide a five year warranty for all components.
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11.3.1.
INSTALLATION
A. Connect fixtures to the main panel bus through overcurrent protection.
11.3.2.
FIELD TESTING
A. Field test exit lighting to demonstrate satisfactory operation in the presence of the Contracting
Officer.
B. Perform and submit Operational Tests in accordance with referenced standards in this section.
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Electronic Safety and Security
SECTION 12 FIRE DETECTION SYSTEM
12.1
PART 1 GENERAL
12.1.1.
REFERENCES
A. ASME INTERNATIONAL (ASME) 1. ASME A17.1/CSA B44 - (2013) Safety Code for Elevators and Escalators
B. INSTITUTE OF ELECTRICAL AND ELECTRONICS ENGINEERS (IEEE)
1. IEEE C62.41.1 - (2002; R 2008) Guide on the Surges Environment in Low-Voltage (1000
V and Less) AC Power Circuits
2. IEEE C62.41.2 - (2002) Recommended Practice on Characterization of Surges in LowVoltage (1000 V and Less) AC Power Circuits
C. NATIONAL ELECTRICAL MANUFACTURERS ASSOCIATION (NEMA)
1. ANSI C80.1 - (2005) American National Standard for Electrical Rigid Steel Conduit
(ERSC)
2. ANSI C80.3 - (2005) American National Standard for Electrical Metallic Tubing (EMT)
D. NATIONAL FIRE PROTECTION ASSOCIATION (NFPA)
1. NFPA 70 - (2014; AMD 1 2013; Errata 1 2013; AMD 2 2013; Errata 2 2013; AMD 3 2014;
Errata 3-4 2014; AMD 4-6 2014) National Electrical Code
2. NFPA 72 - (2013) National Fire Alarm and Signaling Code
3. NFPA 90A - (2015) Standard for the Installation of Air Conditioning and Ventilating
Systems
12.1.2.
DESCRIPTION OF WORK
A. The work includes:

1. Providing new interior fire alarm system including material, tools, equipment, installation,
and testing necessary for and incidental to the provision of a complete and usable standard
system conforming to the applicable requirements of NFPA 70, NFPA 72, and NFPA 90A
and this specification.
2. Materials and equipment to be furnished under this contract shall be essentially the current
design products of manufacturers regularly engaged in production of such equipment.
12.1.3.
SUBMITTALS
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A. Shop Drawings:
1. System floor plans
2. System wiring diagrams
3. Conductor wire marker schedule
12.1.4.
12.1.4.1.
QUALITY ASSURANCE
Qualifications of Installer
A. The Contractor or installer shall have satisfactorily installed fire alarm systems of the same type
and design as specified herein and shall be UL certified for the installation and testing of fire
alarm systems.
B. Prior to commencing fire alarm system work, submit data showing that the Contractor or
installer has satisfactorily installed three fire alarm systems of the same type and design as
specified herein within the past three years and certify that each system has performed
satisfactorily in the manner intended for a period of not less than 18 months. Submit proof of
UL certification and a list of installer's personnel.
C. For each system installed, submit the following:
1. A detailed summary of the type and design of the system;
2. The contract name or number, completion date of the project and total cost of the system;
3. The name and telephone number of the facility or installation for whom the work was
performed; and,
4. The name and telephone number of a supervisory level point of contact at the facility or
installation who has knowledge of the performance of the Contractor's or installer's work.
12.1.5.
12.1.5.1.
MAINTENANCE
Spare Parts
A. Furnish the following spare parts:

1. 2 complete sets of system keys
2. 1 of each type of audible and visual alarm device installed
3. 2 of each type of fuse required by the system
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4. 2 spare zone modules for modular type control panels in addition to those installed in the
panel
5. 2 of each type of smoke detector base and head installed
6. 1 smoke detector manufacturer's test screen, card or magnet for each 10 detectors, or
fraction thereof, installed in the system
12.1.5.2.
Manuals
A. Submit operation and maintenance data.

B. Inscribe the following identification on the cover:
1. The words OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE MANUAL,
2. The location of the building
3. The name of the Contractor, system manufacturer and the contract number.
C. The instructions shall be legible and easily read, with large sheets of drawings folded in.
D. The manual shall include: circuit drawings; wiring and control diagrams with data to explain
detailed operation and control of each item of equipment; a control sequence describing startup, operation and shutdown instructions; installation instructions; maintenance instructions;
safety precautions, diagrams, and illustrations; test procedures; performance data; and parts
list.
12.2
PART2 PRODUCTS
12.2.1.
Operation
A. Provide a complete, electrically supervised, code 3 temporal common coded, automatic, zoned,
annunciated, fire alarm system as described herein, and as shown on the drawings. Provide
separate circuits from the control panel to each zone of initiating devices as specified herein.
Transmission of signals from more than one zone over a common circuit to the control panel is
prohibited.
12.2.1.1.
Fire Alarm Signal Initiation
A. Operation shall be such that actuation of any

1. Manual station
2. Smoke detector
Shall cause all of the following actions:
1.
All building evacuation alarm devices to operate continuously;
2.
The annunciators to properly register;
3.
A coded signal to be transmitted over the fire alarm system;

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B. All operations shall remain in the alarm mode (except alarm notification appliances if
manually silenced) until the system is manually restored to normal.
12.2.1.2.
Monitoring Integrity of Installation Conductors
A. All system circuits shall be electrically monitored for integrity including the following:
1.
Initiating circuits.
2.
Evacuation alarm (notification appliance) circuits (including both audible and visual
notification appliances).
3.
Battery power supply (low and no voltage across the standby battery terminals and open
battery circuit).
4.
Auxiliary transmitter tripping circuits.
12.2.1.3.
Walk-Test Mode
A. Provide system with walk-test mode to allow one person to test alarm and supervisory features
of initiating devices.
B. Walk-test mode shall be enabled from the control panel by authorized service personnel.
C. Control panel shall display a unique visual indication when system is in walk-test mode.
D. If testing ceases while in walk-test mode, after a preset delay system shall automatically return
to normal standby mode.
12.2.2.
Primary Power
A. Primary power source shall be 120 volts AC service, transformed through a two winding
isolation type transformer and rectified to 24 volts DC for operation of all initiating device,
notification appliance, signaling line, trouble signal and transmitter tripping circuits.
B. The alarm current draw of the entire fire alarm system shall not exceed 80 percent of the rated
output of the system power supply module(s).
C. Obtain AC operating power as shown on contract drawings.
12.2.3.
Auxiliary Power
A. Provide secondary DC power supply for operation of system in the event of failure of the AC
source. Transfer from normal to emergency power or restoration from emergency to normal power
shall be fully automatic and shall not cause transmission of a false alarm. Loss of AC power shall
not prevent transmission of a signal to station fire alarm headquarters upon operation of any
initiating circuit.
12.2.4.
Storage Batteries
A. Provide batteries and charger.
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B. House batteries in the control panel or in a well-constructed vented steel cabinet with cylinder lock,
non-corrosive base and louvered vents.
C. Provide batteries of adequate ampere-hour rating to operate the system, including audible trouble
signal devices, auxiliary transmitter tripping circuits under supervisory conditions for 60 hours, at
the end of which time batteries shall be capable of operating the entire system in a full alarm
condition for not less than 15 minutes.
D. Provide reliable separation between cells to prevent contact between terminals of adjacent cells and
between battery terminals and other metal parts.
E. When a separate battery cabinet is used, provide a fuse block for battery leads within the cabinet.
Finish the cabinet on the inside and outside with enamel paint. Locate the top of the batteries not
more than 1.2 m (4 feet) above floor level.
12.2.5.
Battery Charger
A. Provide completely automatic high/low charging rate type capable of recovery of the batteries from
full discharge to full charge in 24 hours or less.
12.2.6.
Control Panel
A. Provide modular type panel installed in a surface mounted steel cabinet with hinged door and
cylinder lock. Mount with panel centerline 1.5 m (5 feet) above finished floor elevation.
B. Switches and other controls shall not be accessible without the use of a key.
C. The control panel shall be a neat, compact assembly containing all parts and equipment required to
provide specified operating and supervisory functions of the system.
D. Each control panel component shall be UL listed and approved by the control panel manufacturer
for use in the control panel.
E. Panel cabinet shall be finished on the inside and outside with factory-applied enamel finish.
F. Provide main annunciator located on the exterior of the cabinet door or visible through the cabinet
door.
G. Provide audible trouble signal.
H. Provide permanent engraved rigid plastic or metal identification plates, or silk-screened labels
attached to the rear face of the panel viewing window, for all lamps and switches.
12.2.6.1.
Main Annunciator
A. Provide integral with the control panel.
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B. Provide separate alarm and trouble lamps for each zone (initiating circuit) as indicated below and
spares, located on the exterior of the cabinet door or visible through the cabinet door.
C. Lamps shall be Light Emitting Diode (LED) type.
D. Zone modules for spare zones shall be provided in the control panel.
E. Supervision will not be required provided a fault in the annunciator circuits results only in loss of
annunciation and will not affect the normal functional operation of the remainder of the system.
F. Each lamp shall provide specific identification of the area by means of a permanent label. Provide
engraved, silk screened or machine-made labels. Handwritten labels are prohibited.
G. In no case shall zone identification consist of the words "Zone 1," "Zone 2," etc., but shall consist of the
description of the area.
12.2.6.2.
Initiating Zones
A. Arrange as follows:
Zone
No.
[_____
]
[_____
]
[_____
]
[_____
]
[_____
]
[_____
]
12.2.6.3.
Descriptio
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[_____]
[_____]
[_____]
[_____]
[_____]
[_____]
Remote Annunciator Panel
A. Provide panel located as shown.

B. Mount with panel centerline 1.5 m (5 feet) above finished floor elevation.
C. Panel shall duplicate all requirements specified for the control panel annunciator, except that individual
zone trouble lamps are not required.
D. Lamps shall be LED type, except lamps used in backlighted panels shall be LED or neon type. Panel
shall have a lamp test switch.
E. Zone identification shall be by means of permanently attached rigid plastic or metal plates or silkscreened labels attached to the reverse face of backlighted viewing window.
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F. Panel shall be of the interior type, surface mounted.

12.2.7.
Manual Pull Stations
A. Provide non-coded single action type with mechanical reset features.

B. Stations shall be surface mounted and interior type as indicated.
C. For surface mounting provide station manufacturer's approved back box. Back box finish shall match
station finish.
D. Equip each station with a terminal strip with contacts of proper number and type to perform functions
required.
E. Stations shall be a type not subject to operation by jarring or vibration.
F. Break-glass-front stations are not permitted; however, a pull-lever break-rod type is acceptable
provided presence of rod is not required to reset station.
G. Station color shall be red.
H. Station shall provide visible indication of operation.
I.
Restoration shall require use of a key. Keys shall be identical throughout the system for all stations and
control panel(s).
J.
Mount stations with operating lever not more than 1.2 m (4 feet) above finished floor.
K. Where weatherproof stations are required, provide stations with cast metal, weatherproof (NEMA 3R)
housings with hinged access doors; finish housings with red enamel paint and provide permanently
affixed engraved or raised-letter plastic or metal identification signs reading "FIRE ALARM" with
white letters a minimum of 19 mm (3/4 inch) high.
12.2.8.
Open-Area (Spot-Type) Smoke Detectors
A. Provide detectors designed for detection of abnormal smoke densities by the ionization or photoelectric
principle.
B. Detectors shall be 4-wire type. Provide necessary control and power modules required for operation
integral with the control panel.
C. Detectors and associated modules shall be compatible with the control panel and shall be suitable for
use in a supervised circuit.
D. Malfunction of the electrical circuits to the detector or its control or power units shall result in the
operation of the system trouble signals.
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E. Each detector shall contain a visible indicator lamp that shall flash when the detector is in the normal
standby mode and shall glow continuously when the detector is activated.
F. Each detector shall be the plug-in type with tab-lock or twist-lock, quick disconnect head and separate
base in which the detector base contains screw terminals for making all wiring connections.
G. Detector head shall be removable from its base without disconnecting any wires. Removal of detector
head from its base shall cause activation of system trouble signals. Each detector shall be screened to
prevent the entrance of insects into the detection chamber(s).
12.2.8.1.
Detector Spacing and Location
A. Detector spacing and location shall be in accordance with the manufacturer's recommendations and the
requirements of NFPA 72, except provide at least two detectors in all rooms of 54 square meters (600
square feet) or larger in area.
B. In no case shall spacing exceed 9 by 9 m (30 by 30 feet) per detector, and 9 linear m (30 linear feet) per
detector along corridors.
C. Detectors shall not be placed closer than 1.5 m from any air discharge or return grille, nor closer than
300 mm (12 inches) to any part of any lighting fixture.
D. In areas without finished ceilings, mount detectors at the underside of deck above unless otherwise
indicated.
E. Detectors installed beneath raised floors shall be mounted with the base within 50 mm (2 inches) of the
underside of the raised floor, with the detector facing downward.
F. Where the space under the raised floor is less than 300 mm (12 inches) in height, detectors shall be
mounted with their bases either horizontal or vertical, with the detection chamber(s) located in the
upper half of the under floor space.
G. Under no circumstances shall detectors be mounted facing upward.
12.2.9.
Notification Appliances
A. Provide in accordance with NFPA 72 and as indicated.

B. Do not exceed 80 percent of the listed rating in amperes of any notification appliance circuit.
Additional circuits above those shown shall be provided if required to meet this requirement.
C. Effective sound levels shall comply with NFPA 72. Provide appliances in addition to those shown if
required in order to meet NFPA 72 sound level requirements.
D. Provide appliances specifically listed for outdoor use in locations exposed to weather.
E. Finish appliances in red enamel.
12.2.9.1.
Alarm Bells
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A. Surface-mounted, 250 mm (10 inch) diameter with matching mounting back box.
B. Bells shall be of the vibrating type suitable for use in an electrically supervised circuit.
C. Bells shall be of the underdone type and produce a sound output rating of at least 90 decibels at 3 m (10
feet).
12.2.9.2.
Alarm Horns
A. Surface-mounted, double projector, vibrating type suitable for use in an electrically supervised circuit
and shall have a sound output rating of at least 90 decibels at 3 m (10 feet).
12.2.10.
Conduit
A. Rigid Steel Conduit (Zinc-Coated) - ANSI C80.1 or UL 6.

B. Intermediate Metal Conduit (IMC) - UL 1242, zinc-coated steel only.
C. Electrical Metallic Tubing (EMT) - ANSI C80.3 or UL 797.
D. Surface Metal Raceway and Fittings - UL 5, two-piece painted steel, totally enclosed snap-cover type.
12.2.11.
Outlet Boxes
A. UL 514A, zinc-coated steel.

12.2.12.
Fittings for Conduit and Outlet Boxes
A. UL 514B, zinc-coated steel.

12.2.13.
Wiring
A. Wiring must be done according to NFPA 70 and NFPA 72.

B. Wire for 120V circuits shall be No. 12 AWG minimum solid copper conductor.
C. Wire for low voltage DC circuits shall be No. 14 AWG minimum solid copper conductor except wire to
remote annunciators, if provided, shall be No. 18 AWG minimum solid copper conductor.
12.3
12.3.1.
PART 3 EXECUTION
INSTALLATION
A. Installation shall be in accordance with the requirements of NFPA 70, NFPA 72 and NFPA 90A.
B. Each conductor used for the same specific function shall be distinctively color coded. Each function
color code shall remain consistent throughout the system. Use colors as directed by the Contracting
Officer to match existing base color coding scheme.
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C. All wiring shall be in steel conduit or electrical metallic tubing except surface mounted wiring may be
in surface mounted metal raceway in finished areas.
D. All circuit conductors shall be identified within each enclosure where a tap, splice or termination is
made. Conductor identification shall be by plastic coated self-sticking printed markers or by heatshrink type sleeves. The markers shall be attached in a manner that will not permit accidental
detachment. Control circuit terminations shall be properly identified.
E. Wire devices so that their removal will activate system trouble signals. Pigtail or "T" tap connections
are prohibited. Wiring for DC circuits shall not be permitted in the same conduit or tubing as wiring for
AC circuits.
F. Paint all junction box covers red or provide them with permanent labels reading "FIRE ALARM
CIRCUIT."
G. Electrical metallic tubing shall not be installed in exterior or wet locations and shall not be imbedded in
masonry or concrete.
H. Provide a written schedule of conductor markings identifying each wire marker, the purpose, the origin,
and termination point of each conductor. The conductor wire marker schedule shall be turned over to
the Contracting Officer at the time of preliminary testing with as built drawings.
12.3.1.1.
Additional Installation Requirements
A. Pull all conductors splice free.

B. Make all conductor connections under screw terminals.
C. Provide insulated barrier type terminal strips at junction points. Use of wire nuts, crimped connectors,
or twisting of conductors is prohibited.
D. All control panels shall be dressed out in a professional manner with all wires running in the vertical or
horizontal plane, cut to exact length, making all turns at 90 degree angles, and tightly bundled and wire
wrapped. Conduit may not enter the top of control panel cabinet.
E. Provide panel in the manufacturer's NEMA 4 enclosure for panels subject to water spray/runoff and/or
located in damp/dirty locations or relocate to a suitable dry location at the direction of the Contracting
Officer.
F. Provide conduit seals for all raceway terminating at the control panel cabinet.
12.3.2.
12.3.2.1.

Preliminary Testing
A. Notify Contracting Officer prior to performing preliminary testing. Contractor shall conduct the
following tests during installation of wiring and system components. Any deficiency pertaining to
these requirements shall be corrected by the Contractor prior to final acceptance testing of the system.
Record results of testing. Submit all test results to the Contracting Officer.
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1. Ground Resistance: Prior to connecting control panel and transmitter, test grounds for ground
resistance value. Use a portable ground testing megger to test each ground or group of
grounds. Make ground resistance measurements in normally dry weather, not less than 48
hours after a rainfall. Follow the directions provided by the equipment manufacturer for
proper use of the equipment. Measure resistance of each connection to ground. Resistance of
each connection to ground shall not exceed 10 ohms.
2. Operation of Entire System. Operate all initiating and indicating devices.
3. Operation of Supervisory Systems: Operate all portions to demonstrate correctness of
installation.
4. Smoke Detector Test:
12.3.2.2.
Final Acceptance Testing
A. The Contractor shall notify the Contracting Officer when the system is ready for final acceptance
testing.
B. Request scheduling for final acceptance testing only after all necessary preliminary tests have been
made and all deficiencies found have been corrected to the satisfaction of the equipment manufacturer's
technical representative and the Contracting Officer, and written certification to this effect has been
received by the Fire Protection Engineer.
C. The system shall be in service at least 15 calendar days prior to final acceptance testing. The
Contractor shall allow at least days between the date final testing is requested and the date the final
acceptance testing takes place.
D. The Contractor shall furnish all appliances, equipment, instruments, devices and personnel for this test.
E.
The system shall be tested for approval in the presence of representatives of the manufacturer, the
Contracting Officer, and the Fire Protection Engineer. All necessary tests shall be made including the
following, and any deficiency found shall be corrected and the system retested.
1. Entire System
a. Test the entire system by operating all fire alarm initiating, notification, and
signaling devices.
b. Perform tests with the system operating on primary power and repeat the test with
the system operating on battery power only.
c. Provide necessary equipment to test smoke detectors and heat detectors.
2. Supervisory Systems
a. All aspects of the supervisory functions of the systems shall be operated.
b. Introduce faults in each circuit at random locations as directed by the Fire
Protection Engineer.
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c. Verify proper trouble annunciation at the control panel.
12.3.2.3.
Additional Tests
A. When deficiencies, defects or malfunctions develop during the tests required, all further testing of the
system shall be suspended until proper adjustments, corrections or revisions have been made to assure
proper performance of the system.
B. If these revisions require more than a nominal delay, the Contracting Officer shall be notified when
the additional work has been completed, to arrange a new inspection and test of the fire alarm system.
C. All tests required shall be repeated prior to final acceptance, unless directed otherwise.
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CERTIFICATES FROM GOVERNMENTS AGENCIES

CONDUIT AND CABLE IDENTIFICATION

INSPECTION AND TESTING DURING MANUFACTURE

SECTION 1 - LOW VOLTAGE ELECTRICAL POWER CONDUCTORS AND CABLES

SECTION 2 - GROUNDING AND BONDING FOR ELECTRICAL SYSTEMS

SECTION 3 - RACEWAY AND BOXES FOR ELECTRICAL SYSTEMS

SECTION 4 - CABLE TRAYS FOR ELECTRICAL SYSTEMS

SECTION 5 - IDENTIFICATION FOR ELECTRICAL SYSTEMS

SECTION 7 - WIRING DEVICES

SECTION 8 INTERIOR LIGHTING

SECTION 9 - EXTERIOR LIGHTING

SECTION 10 - PAD MOUNTED TRANSFORMERS

HIGH VOLTAGE BUSHINGS AND TERMINALS

SWITCHING, OVERCURRENT AND OVERVOLTAGE PROTECTION

STANDARDS AND TESTS

SECTION 12 FIRE DETECTION SYSTEM

SECTION 13 - EXIT SIGNS

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LIFE SAVING AND FIRST AID APPLIANCES

SITE MAINTENANCE AND CLEAN UP

QUALITY OF MATERIALS AND LABOUR

"Specified" means specified in this Specification, drawings or in any standards, codes,

"Approved" means approved in writing by the Engineer as complying with this

"Described" means described in the Specifications of Works, Drawings or Bills of

"Instructed" shall mean instructed by means of correspondence or other documents issued

On receipt of the Employers confirmation of instructions in respect of any variation, proceed

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GOVERNMENT AGENCIES - PERMITS AND FEES

Pay associated fees.

Detail drawings shall take precedence over small scale drawings.

CONTRACT DRAWINGS, SPECIFICATIONS AND OTHER DOCUMENTS

The following drawings shall form the installations drawings:

WORKING AND AS-BUILT DRAWINGS

The Contract Drawings shall not be considered to be the working drawings.

WORKING AND AS-BUILT DRAWINGS

PRODUCT DATA AND SAMPLES

Above will be accepted if they conform to the following:

1. Delete information which is not applicable.

Builders work shall mean:

OPERATING AND MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS

CERTIFICATES FROM GOVERNMENTS AGENCIES

The equipment shall be capable of operating in specified conditions without damage.

Finish all equipment to Specifications

Identify electrical equipment with nameplates and labels to Specifications.

Maintain phase sequence and colour coding throughout.

CONDUIT AND CABLE IDENTIFICATION

Colour code conduits and metallic sheathed cable to Specifications.

To be suitable for copper conductors.

To be visible and legible after equipment is installed.