3.1.20
Certificate of Competency for Cable Splicer/Terminator
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NOTE: Delete this paragraph for LANTNAVFACENGCOM
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Certification of the qualification of the cable splicer/terminator shall be
submitted, for approval, 30 days before splices or terminations are to be
made in medium voltage (5 kV to 35 kV) cables. The certification shall
include the training, and experience of the individual on the specific type
and classification of cable to be provided under this contract. The
certification shall indicate that the individual has had three or more
years recent experience splicing and terminating medium voltage cables.
The certification shall also list a minimum of three splices/terminations
that have been in operation for more than one year. In addition, the
individual may be required to perform a dummy or practice
splice/termination in the presence of the Contracting Officer, before being
approved as a qualified cable splicer. If that additional requirement is
imposed, the Contractor shall provide short sections of the approved types
of cables along with the approved type of splice/termination kit, and
detailed manufacturer's instructions for the cable to be spliced. The
Contracting Officer reserves the right to require additional proof of
competency or to reject the individual and call for certification of an
alternate cable splicer.
3.2
FIELD QUALITY CONTROL
As an exception to requirements that may be stated elsewhere in the
contract, notify the Contracting Officer [5] [_____] working days prior to
each test[s]. Furnish labor, equipment. and incidentals required for
testing, except that the Government will provide electric power required
for the tests. Correct defects in the work provided by the Contractor and
repeat tests until the work is in compliance with contract requirements.
3.2.1
Performance of Acceptance Checks and Tests
Perform in accordance with the manufacturer's recommendations, NFPA 70B,
NETA ATS, and referenced ANSI standards. Include the following visual and
mechanical inspections and electrical tests, performed in accordance with
NETA ATS.
3.2.1.1
600 Volt Cable Tests
Perform tests after wiring is completed, connected, and ready for
operation, but prior to placing system in service and before any branch
circuit breaker is closed.
a.
Visual and Mechanical Inspection
(1) Inspect cables for physical damage and proper connection in
accordance with contract plans and specifications.
(2) Test cable mechanical connections to manufacturer's
recommended values using a calibrated torque wrench. In the
absence of manufacturer's data use NETA recommended values.
(3) Check cable color coding for compliance with contract
specifications.
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