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Sunday, June 27, 2021

CHECKLIST FOR INSTALLATION OF NON-METALLIC CONDUIT FOR CONCRETE ENCASEMENT

Check that the latest approved as-built / Shop Drawing is attached.

Check that the material used in the installation is in accordance with the approved material technical submittal.

Check that the conduit route is as indicated on the latest approved construction drawing.

Check that the conduit system is installed according to the type of circuit category.

Check that the installation permits easy drawing of cables.

Check the alignment and rigidity of the conduit installation.

Check that the conduits and fittings are of the size and type indicated in the drawings and are manufactured in accordance with specification requirements.

Check that all field bends are free of cuts, dents, or flats.

Check that the cut ends of the conduit are reamed to remove rough edges.

Check that all joints between lengths of conduit, and between conduit couplings, fittings, and boxes, are made using approved methods.

Check that the conduit supports are spaced 1.0 meter apart for straight runs and within 200 mm on either side of bends or boxes.

Check for a minimum of 25 mm of concrete covering above the conduit to avoid cracks in the slab.

Check that the number of bends in a run of conduit between pull points does not exceed the equivalent of two quarter bends (180 degrees total), including bends located immediately at the boxes.

Check that the boxes are properly oriented for the installation of wiring accessories.

Check the installation of expansion couplers as per site requirements.

 


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CHECKLIST FOR INSTALLATION OF GI CONDUITS AND ACCESSORIES

Check that the latest approved as-built / Shop Drawing is attached. Check that the material used in the installation is in accordance with...