100 SP El 0010

E Electrical ENGINEERING SPECIFICTION 100-SP-EL-0010
Testing and Commissioning of Electrical Installations
TABLE OF CONTENTS
1. SCOPE...................................................................................................................................................................... 1
2. MIMINIMUM REQUIREMENTS AND DEVIATION FROM THIS SPECIFICATION............................... 1
3. APPLICABLE DOCUMENTS............................................................................................................................... 1
3.1. GENERAL ............................................................................................................................................................... 1
3.2. GOVERNMENT REGULATIONS ................................................................................................................................ 2
3.3. REFERENCE ............................................................................................................................................................ 2
4. SAFETY ................................................................................................................................................................... 2
5. PERSONNEL........................................................................................................................................................... 2
6. RECORDS................................................................................................................................................................ 2
6.1. GENERAL ............................................................................................................................................................... 3
6.2. NOTICES AND ELECTRICAL LOG BOOK .................................................................................................................. 3
7. TEST INSTRUMENTS........................................................................................................................................... 3
8. ELECTRICAL TESTS............................................................................................................................................ 3
8.1. ELECTRICAL INSTALLATION INSPECTION ............................................................................................................... 3
8.2. ELECTRICAL INSTALLATION TESTING .................................................................................................................... 5
8.3. HIGH VOLTAGE CABLE TESTING ........................................................................................................................... 5
8.3.1.1. Phasing Check......................................................................................................................................................... 5
8.3.1.2. Insulation Test......................................................................................................................................................... 5
8.3.1.3. High Voltage Test ................................................................................................................................................... 6
8.3.1.4. Sheath Integrity Test ............................................................................................................................................... 6
8.3.1.5. Remote Energisation Test ....................................................................................................................................... 6
8.4. HIGH VOLTAGE SWITCHGEAR TESTING ................................................................................................................. 7
8.4.1. Ductor Test...................................................................................................................................................... 7
8.4.2. Insulation Test................................................................................................................................................. 7
8.4.3. Relay Injection Test......................................................................................................................................... 7
8.4.4. Functional Test................................................................................................................................................ 7
8.5. ELECTRODE EARTHING SYSTEM TESTING.............................................................................................................. 8
8.5.1. Inspection ........................................................................................................................................................ 8
8.5.2. Earth Injection Testing.................................................................................................................................... 8
8.5.3. Continuity Testing ........................................................................................................................................... 9
8.6. TESTING OF INSULATING OIL ................................................................................................................................. 9
8.7. BATTERIES ............................................................................................................................................................. 9
8.7.1. Filling and Charging....................................................................................................................................... 9
8.7.2. Cells ................................................................................................................................................................ 9
8.7.3. Testing............................................................................................................................................................. 9
8.8. POWER TRANSFORMERS ...................................................................................................................................... 10
8.8.1. Inspection ...................................................................................................................................................... 10
8.8.2. Insulation Test............................................................................................................................................... 10
8.8.3. Polarisation Test ........................................................................................................................................... 10
8.8.4. Winding Resistance Test................................................................................................................................ 11
8.8.5. Winding Ratio Test ........................................................................................................................................ 11
8.8.6. Oil Sample..................................................................................................................................................... 11
8.9. CURRENT AND POTENTIAL TRANSFORMERS ........................................................................................................ 11
8.10. LOW VOLTAGE SWITCHGEAR, MCC AND DISTRIBUTION BOARDS ...................................................................... 11
8.10.1. Ductor Test ............................................................................................................................................... 12
8.10.2. Insulation Test .......................................................................................................................................... 12
8.10.3. Functional Test......................................................................................................................................... 12
8.11. CONTROL SYSTEMS ............................................................................................................................................. 12
8.12. ELECTRIC MOTORS .............................................................................................................................................. 13
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9. COMMISSIONING............................................................................................................................................... 13
9.1. GENERAL PROCEDURE ......................................................................................................................................... 13
9.1.1. Stage 1: Construction Verification................................................................................................................ 13
9.1.2. Stage 2: Pre-commissioning.......................................................................................................................... 13
9.1.3. Stage 3: No Load Commissioning ................................................................................................................. 13
9.1.4. Stage 4: Process Commissioning .................................................................................................................. 14
9.1.5. Stage 5: Initial Continuous Operation .......................................................................................................... 14
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Electrical ENGINEERING SPECIFICTION 100-SP-EL-0010
1. SCOPE
This Specification covers the minimum requirements for inspection, testing and commissioning of electrical
installations. This Specification does not however cover testing of equipment at the manufacturer's works.
2. MIMINIMUM REQUIREMENTS AND DEVIATION FROM THIS SPECIFICATION
This specification lists the minimum testing and commissioning requirements as required by FMG.
Additional testing and commissioning or modification of testing and commissioning listed in this
specification shall be undertaken as required to ensure:
(a) Installations are safe;

(b) Installations are fit for purpose;
(c) Installations comply with relevant legislation;
(d) Installations comply with relevant standards;
(e) Obligations for duty of care are fulfilled.
Additional testing and commissioning may also be required:
(a) As recommended by designers and manufactures;

(b) As directed by FMG;
(c) To fulfil commercial requirements.
Modification of testing and commissioning listed in this specification shall require the approval of
Superintendent/Engineer.
3. APPLICABLE DOCUMENTS
3.1. GENERAL
The works shall be carried out in accordance with the requirements contained in the Applicable
Documents. In this Specification some of the requirements specified in the applicable Documents have
been repeated for convenience.
Standards and Codes
No. Title
Electric cables – Impregnated paper insulated – For working voltages
AS 1026 up to and including 19/33 (36) kV
AS 1429 Electric cables – Polymeric insulated

Reeling, trailing and feeder cables used for mining – Repair, testing
AS 1747 and fitting of accessories
AS 1767 Insulating liquids
AS 2067 Substations and high voltage installations exceeding 1kV ac
AS 2374 Power transformers
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Common specifications for high-voltage switchgear and controlgear

AS 2650 standards
Guide to the installation, maintenance, testing and replacement of
AS 2676 secondary batteries in building
Electric cables – Reeling and trailing for mining and general use (other
AS 2802 than underground coal mining)
AS 3000 Electrical installations (Wiring rules)
Electrical installations - Surface mines and associated processing

AS 3007 plants
AS 3008 Electrical installations – Selection of cables
AS 3010 Electrical installations – Generating sets
AS 3017 Electrical installations – Verification guidelines
AS 60526 Degrees of protection provided by enclosures (IP Code)
3.2. GOVERNMENT REGULATIONS
Mines Safety and Inspection Act, 1994;
Mines Safety and Inspection Regulations, 1995;

All Statutory Regulations and Australian Standards
3.3. REFERENCE
Western Power, Network Standard NS 09-2003 Testing & Commissioning
Energy Networks Australia, ENA EG1-2006 Substation Earthing Guide
4. SAFETY
All inspection, testing and commissioning shall be conducted in accordance with relevant FMG
procedures and in particularly with:
(a) 100-PR-SA-0020 General Electrical Safety

(b) 100-PR-SA-0023 Isolation and Tagging
(c) 100-PR-SA-0034 High Voltage Switching
5. PERSONNEL
Personnel shall be qualified, licensed and site authorised as required for the performance of electrical
tasks. Personnel employed in specialised aspects (e.g. HV cable jointer, instrument technician etc.) shall
be fully trained and experienced in all aspects of the particular work to be undertaken.
6. RECORDS
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6.1. GENERAL

The results and or observations, together with a description of any remedial work necessary,
which are obtained from, or are consequential to, the inspections, checks, tests and
commissioning of the electrical system shall be recorded.
Copies of records shall be provided to FMG in the following:
- In project documentation for projects;

- Directly to FMG Electrical Supervisor / Superintendent / Engineer for all other work.
Records shall clearly identify the person responsible for performing the inspection, testing and
commissioning. Electrical license numbers shall be provided for personnel/contractor performing
electrical tests.
6.2. NOTICES AND ELECTRICAL LOG BOOK
Where Preliminary Notices and Notices of completion are submitted then copies shall also be
submitted to FMG at the time of submitting.
Where notices are not submitted and the work is undertaken as in-house installing work then the
details of the work shall be recorded in section 1 of the site/area electrical log book.
Where only inspection and testing is undertaken then the details of the work shall be recorded in
section 2 of the site/area log book.
7. TEST INSTRUMENTS
An inspection of testing equipment shall be conducted prior to use to ensure that the equipment is safe to
use and is adequate for the testing to be performed. The calibration of test equipment shall be validated with
either a calibration certificate or calibration tag. Details of test equipment shall be recorded in the testing
records.
8. ELECTRICAL TESTS
8.1. ELECTRICAL INSTALLATION INSPECTION
Inspection shall satisfy the visual inspection requirements of Section 2 AS3017 and Section 8.2
AS3000. The inspection shall also verify that the installation is installed as per system design
documents and complies with FMG specification 100-SP-EL-0008 Electrical Installations –
Industrial.
The following inspection as a minimum shall be carried out:
(a) Design Verification:
(i) Electrical items have been installed as per design documentation and that any
variations have been approved by the Engineer/Superintendent;
(ii) Any variations from design have been documented in relevant drawings and
documentation to ‘as built’ configuration.
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(b) General:
(i) Electrical equipment and their mechanical supports have been securely mounted, are
plumb and that no corrosion is evident;
(ii) Moving parts such as hinges are free to operate;
(iii) All extraneous mater and wire clippings are removed from enclosures;
(iv) All surface are free of dust;
(v) All terminals and connections are secure;
(vi) All labelling, signage and identification complies with site specification;
(vii) General condition of electrical equipment is adequate for safe operation;
(viii) Equipment installed in hazardous locations complies with relevant standards;
(ix) Live conductor phase to earth clearances are adequate as per relevant standards;
(x) Live conductor phase to phase clearances are adequate as per relevant standards;
(xi) Live conductor clearances heights (overheads etc) are comply with relevant
standards;
(xii) All access to live electrical conductors requires tooling or is locked with site electrical
padlock.
(c) Protection:
(i) IP rating of equipment is adequate and complies with site specification;

(ii) Over current fault protection is provided for all circuits and is set correctly;
(iii) Earth leakage protection is provided for all circuits as required and set correctly;
(iv) 30mA earth leakage protection is provided for all outlets supplying portable
appliances;
(v) Protection against hazardous parts is adequate. (enclosure, guarding or screening of
flammable materials, hot surfaces and parts that may cause physical damage);
(vi) Protection against spread of fire is adequate (penetration of fire barriers).
(d) Cables:
(i) Cables have been labelled as per site specification;

(ii) Cable cores have been labelled as per site specification;
(iii) Cable installation is adequate and complies with site specifications;
(iv) Segregation complies with site specifications;
(v) Current carrying capacity is adequate;
(vi) Voltage drop is adequate;
(vii) Protection against external influences is adequate.
(e) Distribution Boards and Switchboards:
(i) Location provides access that is adequate and complies with site specification;
(ii) All busbars secure and joined correctly.
(f) Earthing:
(i) Equipment earthing and bonding is adequate and complies with site specification;
(ii) Minimum size of earth conductors is adequate and complies with site specifications;
(iii) MEN connection is provided as per system design;
(iv) Earth grid or stake is installed as per system design.
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8.2. ELECTRICAL INSTALLATION TESTING
Electrical installation testing shall satisfy the testing requirements of Section 3 AS3017 and
Section 8.3 AS3000.
As a minimum the following test shall be carried out:
(a) Continuity of Earthing System in accordance with Clause 8.3.5 AS3000;

(b) Insulation resistance in accordance with Clause 8.3.6 AS3000;
(c) Polarity in accordance with Clause 8.3.7 AS3000;
(d) Correct circuit connections in accordance with Clause 8.3.8 AS3000;
(e) Verification of impedance required for automatic disconnection of supply in accordance
with Clause 8.3.9 AS3000;
(f) Operation of RCDs in accordance with Clause 8.3.10 AS3000;
Note that items (e) and (f) may require that the supply is available and may be
completed during energisation of the installation.
Additional tests as applicable in accordance with Section 3 of AS3017.
8.3. HIGH VOLTAGE CABLE TESTING
High voltage cable testing shall satisfy the testing requirements of Section 8.3 AS3000 and
Section 9 AS2067.
As a minimum the following shall be carried out:
(a) Phasing Check;

(b) Insulation resistance test No.1;
(c) High voltage test (or Remote Energisation);
(d) Sheath integrity test;
(e) Insulation resistance test No.2.
8.3.1.1. Phasing Check
Phasing checks shall be carried out for:
(a) Interconnection of multiple sources such as with power generation buses;

(b) Parallel supplies such as parallel feeders, parallel transformers and bus ties.
Phasing check shall ensure that correct connections are made and that no short circuit
situation shall occur.
Phasing shall be checked using techniques such as point to point testing.
8.3.1.2. Insulation Test
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Insulation tests shall be carried out prior to and post High Voltage Test. Insulation test
readings shall be taken between each phase to phase and phase to screen combination.
The results shall be recorded for each test. Insulation tests shall be conducted using a 5kV
insulation resistance meter (Meggar).
Values greater than 10,000 Mohms are acceptable.
8.3.1.3. High Voltage Test
The high voltage test involves applying a test voltage across the cable insulation for a
specified period between each phase to phase and phase to earth combination. The high
voltage test shall be applied using either:
(a) DC voltage; or
(b) Very Low Frequency (VLF) voltage.
The high voltage test shall not be applied to XLPE or EPR cables using a DC voltage. The
high voltage test of paper insulated cables shall be conducted in accordance with AS1026.
The VLF test shall test shall be taken between the phase conductors and screens. Duration
of VLF tests shall be 15min and test voltage shall be 3 x phase to neutral voltage at 0.1Hz.
System Votlage Vn Test Voltage

3Vn
6.6Kv 3.8kV 11.5kV
11kV 6.35kV 19.0kV
22kV 12.7kV 38.0kV
33kV 19.1kV 57.0kV
Table 1 Cable VLF Test Voltages @ 0.1Hz
8.3.1.4. Sheath Integrity Test
A sheath integrity test shall be carried when ever cable sheath damage is suspected or when
required by the Engineer/Superintendent.
Insulation test readings shall be taken between each cable screen and earth. The results
shall be recorded for each test. Insulation tests shall be conducted using a 5kV insulation
resistance meter (Meggar).
Values greater than 1,000 Mohms are acceptable.
8.3.1.5. Remote Energisation Test
Remote energisation shall only be performed when approved by the Engineer/

Superintendent. This test is an alternative to the High Voltage Test and shall not be
performed when the following conditions are met:
(a) The circuits cannot be energised by remote control or by the operation of equipment
remote from the actual locations on the circuit where work was performed;
(b) The cable installation involves a new termination in an endbox at a substation;
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(c) Cable installation difficulties were experienced;

(d) The type and/or condition of cable installation is in doubt;
(e) Equipment is available to perform the High Voltage Test.
The Remote Energisation Test involves the installation being energised at system voltage
without load current for five minutes. The cable installation shall only be energised by
remote control or by the operation of equipment remote from the actual locations on the
circuit where work was performed.
Remote energisation is performed once the installation is commissioned. Protection settings

shall be set to lowest possible settings for the test so that energy release during a fault is
minimal.
The cable installation is deemed to have passed the test if the installation does not trip
system protection and does not show other signs of malfunction.
8.4. HIGH VOLTAGE SWITCHGEAR TESTING
High voltage switchgear testing shall satisfy the testing requirements of Section 8.3 AS3000 and
Section 9 AS2067. This testing shall cover the switch board and the switchgear assembly.
(a) Ductor testing;

(b) Insulation resistance testing;
(c) Relay injection testing;
(d) Functional testing.
8.4.1. Ductor Test
Ductor or millivolt tests shall be carried out for all sections of busbars and switchgear.
Readings for each section of busbar or switchgear shall be consistent across each phase.
The results shall be recorded for each test conducted.
8.4.2. Insulation Test

Insulation tests shall be carried out phase to phase and phase to earth for every section of
busbar and switchgear. Insulation resistance shall also be carried out across the contacts of
switchgear.
8.4.3. Relay Injection Test

Injection testing shall be carried out to ensure that protection relays function as per the time
current characteristics for the relay settings. Primary injection testing is preferred as this
tests the complete protection circuit but secondary testing may be used as approved by the
Engineer/Superintendent.
The relay settings shall be set as per settings in design documentation.
8.4.4. Functional Test
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Functional testing of switchgear shall be conducted to ensure that switchgear operates

correctly. Functional testing shall be conducted with the switchgear de-energised and shall
check the following:
(a) Manual operation of all switches and operators;

(b) Operation of all control circuits;
(c) Operation of switchgear mechanical interlocks (such as earth switch to main switch);
(d) Operation of system interlocks such castel keys;
(e) Operation of breaker withdraw system;
(f) Operation of indicators;
(g) Isolation and lockout devices;
(h) Connections and phasing are correct.
The results of each check shall be recorded.
8.5. ELECTRODE EARTHING SYSTEM TESTING
This section covers testing that is required for electrode earthing systems. This is in addition to
the earth continuity testing required by Clause 8.3.5 AS3000 and specified in section 8.2 of this
specification.
(a) Inspection;
(b) Earth injection testing;
(c) Continuity testing.
8.5.1. Inspection
The following shall be checked:
(a) All items installed as per design documentation;

(b) All connections correct prior to backfilling.
8.5.2. Earth Injection Testing

Earth injection testing of an earthing electrode system shall be carried out to validate the
adequacy of the earthing system to meet design and safety criteria. This testing will provide
measurements of electrode earth resistance and performance criteria such as step and
touch potentials.
Earth injection testing for measurement of electrode earth resistance shall be carried out for:
(a) Each electrode and grid section of the earthing electrode system prior to the system
being connected together;
(b) The whole earthing electrode system connected together;
(c) The earthing electrode system connected to external (plant, overhead line) earthing
system.
Electrode earth resistance testing shall be carried out in dry weather, normal ground
conditions and as directed in the system design documentation or by the
The electrode earth resistance test method shall be as per Clause 3.8 AS3017, system
engineering test documentation for the installation or as approved by the
Engineer/Superintend. In general electrode earth resistance test may be carried using a the
fall of potential method with a 3 probe test set, current probe at 100m and potential probe at
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60m.
The results of electrode earth resistance testing shall be within limits as defined in system
design documentation or as defined by the Engineer/Superintend.
Additional earth injection testing for touch and step potential measurements shall be carried
out as required in engineering test documentation or as required by the
8.5.3. Continuity Testing

The continuity testing of the earthing electrode system shall be measure:
(a) Continuity of concrete steel reinforcement prior to pouring of the concrete when the a
concrete structure is installed as part of or within the area of an earth electrode system;
(b) Continuity of concrete earthing connection to the main earth bar;
(c) Continuity from the extremities of the electrode system to the main earth bar;
(d) Continuity from each electrode to the main earth bar.
Measured continuity at any point of an earth electrode system to the main earth bar shall be
less then 0.1 ohms for high voltage installations and 0.5 ohms low voltage installations.
8.6. TESTING OF INSULATING OIL
Insulating oil for circuit breakers, and transformers shall be tested in accordance with AS 1767. If
oil has been delivered in a number of drums, then each drum shall be tested. Oil samples shall be
taken from the bottom of the drums and tanks.
8.7. BATTERIES
8.7.1. Filling and Charging
Batteries supplied dry shall be filled and charged in accordance with the manufacturer's
instructions.
8.7.2. Cells
(a) All battery cells are installed and that the connections are wired correctly using the
specified wire size;
(b) Connections are tight;
(c) Connections are fitted with insulating shrouds;
(d) The supporting structure is of stable and adequate construction;
(e) Fixing bolts are tight;
(f) Paint work is satisfactory with no sign of corrosion;
(g) Battery cases are free of damage and signs of leaking;
(h) Electrolyte level is correct.
8.7.3. Testing
Tests for shall be carried out in accordance with AS2676 for batteries installed in building
installations.
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8.8. POWER TRANSFORMERS
For power transformers the following shall be conducted:
(a) Inspection;
(b) Insulation test;
(c) Polarisation test;
(d) Winding resistance test;
(e) Winding ratio test;
(f) Oil sample.
8.8.1. Inspection
(a) Installation is as per design documentation;

(b) Foundations are level and oil containment area is of required size;
(c) Transformer is correctly located on foundation block;
(d) Rating plate is fitted to transformer;
(e) Oil level is correct;
(f) Breather desiccant is serviceable (as applicable);
(g) Tap changer can be easily operate;
(h) Tightness of flanges and cover bolts;
(i) Tank, piping and radiators are free of damage and signs of leaks;
(j) Valves are open;
(k) Bushings are clean and free of damage;
(l) Connections and phasing are correct;
Insulation test shall be carried out as follows:
(a) Primary to all secondary windings and earth;

(b) Each secondary winding to earth.
Insulation test shall be applied for 1 minute. The following test voltages shall be applied:
(a) 1kV for low voltage windings;

(b) 5kV for high voltage windings.
.
8.8.3. Polarisation Test
Polarisation test shall be carried out as follows:
(a) Primary to all secondary windings and earth;

(b) Each secondary winding to earth.
Polarisation test consists of applying a insulation tester for a period of 10 minutes and
recording insulation resistance reading at 1,5 and 10 minutes. The test voltages applied
shall be as per insulation test.
The reading obtained at 10 minutes is divided by the reading at 1 minute to obtain the ratio
between the readings. The limits for the ratio are 1 to 10. A ratio of approximately 2
should be expected.
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8.8.4. Winding Resistance Test
Measure and record winding resistance for:
(a) Each secondary winding;

(b) Each primary winding for each tap position.
Recordings shall be consistent for each of primary and secondary windings.
8.8.5. Winding Ratio Test
For large power transformers or transformers without any factory test documentation a
winding ratio tests shall be conducted. For each tap setting measure each primary to
secondary winding ratio using a ratio tester or other suitable means.
8.8.6. Oil Sample
Samples of oil drawn from the bottom of non sealed transformer tanks shall be tested in as
per section 8.6.
8.9. CURRENT AND POTENTIAL TRANSFORMERS
Current and voltage transformer testing shall consist of:
(a) Current Transformer

(i) Polarity;
(ii) Ratio (if factory tests results not supplied);
(iii) Secondary winding insulation resistance.
(b) Voltage Transformer

(i) Polarity;
(ii) Ratio (if factory tests results not supplied);
(iii) Primary and secondary winding insulation resistance.
Tests shall be carried out as per power transformer testing.
8.10. LOW VOLTAGE SWITCHGEAR, MCC AND DISTRIBUTION BOARDS
Low voltage switchgear, MCC and distribution board testing shall be conducted as required to fulfil
the requirements of Section 8.2 of this specification.
(a) Ductor testing;

(b) Insulation resistance testing;
(c) Functional testing.
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Ductor testing is not required for low power final distribution boards or as approved by the
8.10.1. Ductor Test
Ductor or millivolt tests shall be carried out for all sections of busbars and switchgear.
Readings for each section of busbar or switchgear shall be consistent across each phase.

Insulation tests shall be carried out phase to phase and phase to earth for every section of
busbar and switchgear. Insulation resistance shall also be carried out across the contacts of
switchgear.
8.10.3. Functional Test

Functional testing of switchgear shall be conducted to ensure that switchgear operates
correctly. Functional testing shall be conducted with the switchgear de-energised and shall
check the following:
(a) Manual operation of all switches and operators;

(b) Operation of all control circuits;
(c) Operation of switchgear mechanical interlocks (such as earth switch to main switch);
(d) Operation of system interlocks such castel keys;
(e) Operation of breaker withdraw system;
(f) Operation of indicators;
(g) Isolation and lockout devices;
(h) Connections and phasing are correct.
The results of each check shall be recorded.
8.11. CONTROL SYSTEMS
Check all safety and field devices and auxiliary equipment are installed and connected. Carry out
pre-commissioning test as per section 8 and ensure all rectification work is carried out.
Conduct dry run testing of the system by placing systems in test mode or by isolating the
mechanical drives of system with methods such as locking out drive isolators, disconnecting wiring
to drive motors or removing fuses. Dry run testing of Control/PLC cubicles shall systematically
check the operation of all field devices and their associated slave relays. Ensure that safety
devices in particular de-energise the drive contactor. This process should commence with auxiliary
drives first and should complete with the main drive.
For PLC control systems activate field devices and ensure that the respective inputs on the
input/output cards change state. Ensure the correct operation of field devices and relays by the
overriding (forcing) of outputs on the input/output cards.
The test shall be verified in the form of checked, marked-up and signed prints of test sheets or
drawing(s).
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8.12. ELECTRIC MOTORS
For electrical motors the following shall be carried out:
(a) Check motor is free of damage;

(b) Check name plate details correct as per design documentation;
(c) Check that rotor shaft is free and smooth to rotate;
(d) Check that bearings have been greased (as applicable);
(e) Measure and record each motor winding resistance;
(f) Measure and record each motor winding insulation resistance to ground;
(g) Check motor connections are correct and tight;
(h) Check motor rotation;
(i) Monitor motor for excessive noise, vibration, etc.
9. COMMISSIONING
Commissioning shall be conducted as per project commissioning plans. In general commissioning shall
consist of:
(a) Stage 1: Construction Verification;

(b) Stage 2: Pre-commissioning;
(c) Stage 3: No Load Commissioning;
(d) Stage 4: Process Commissioning;
(e) Stage 5: Initial Continuous Operation.
9.1. GENERAL PROCEDURE
9.1.1. Stage 1: Construction Verification
This is the verification testing to prove that the equipment has been constructed and
assembled correctly. This testing will consist of the electrical testing and inspection as
detailed in Section 8 of this specification. At this stage equipment has not yet been
energised. Documentation must be submitted at this point to the Engineer/Superintendent
who will review the documentation and authorise the energisation of the installation. For a
new installation a Notice of Energisation must be issued across the site 24 hrs prior to
energisation. A notice of energisation is not required for small installations such as light and
power.
9.1.2. Stage 2: Pre-commissioning
This is the testing of equipment in an energised state. It consists of completion of electrical

testing as detailed in Section 8 and additional testing as required.
9.1.3. Stage 3: No Load Commissioning
This is the testing of equipment and systems as a multidiscipline entity. Electrical power is
used to create motive power to operation the equipment under controlled conditions. A
systematic approach shall be used to check equipment to ensure that all safety devices
operate correctly and that system functions correctly as per design. Tuning and adjustment
of system shall be undertaken to make system suitable for use.
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9.1.4. Stage 4: Process Commissioning
This is the testing of systems under operation with the introduction of feed stock to the
system. Tests and monitoring of the system shall be conducted during this stage to ensure
that the system is operating as per design. Tuning and adjustment of the system shall be
undertaken to the make the system suitable for use.
9.1.5. Stage 5: Initial Continuous Operation
This stage is the continuous operation of equipment as per the system design. Monitoring of
the system shall be conducted as required to ensure system is operating as per system
design.

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E Electrical ENGINEERING SPECIFICTION 100-SP-EL-0010

Testing and Commissioning of Electrical Installations

100-SP-EL-0010 Rev0 Testing and Commissioning of Electrical Installations Rev0

Testing and Commissioning of Electrical Installations

100-SP-EL-0010 Rev0 Testing and Commissioning of Electrical Installations Rev0

Testing and Commissioning of Electrical Installations

2. MIMINIMUM REQUIREMENTS AND DEVIATION FROM THIS SPECIFICATION

(a) Installations are safe;

Additional testing and commissioning may also be required:

(a) As recommended by designers and manufactures;

Standards and Codes

AS 1429 Electric cables – Polymeric insulated

AS 1767 Insulating liquids

AS 2067 Substations and high voltage installations exceeding 1kV ac

AS 2374 Power transformers

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Common specifications for high-voltage switchgear and controlgear

AS 3000 Electrical installations (Wiring rules)

Electrical installations - Surface mines and associated processing

AS 3008 Electrical installations – Selection of cables

AS 3010 Electrical installations – Generating sets

AS 3017 Electrical installations – Verification guidelines

AS 60526 Degrees of protection provided by enclosures (IP Code)

3.2. GOVERNMENT REGULATIONS

Mines Safety and Inspection Act, 1994;

Mines Safety and Inspection Regulations, 1995;

Western Power, Network Standard NS 09-2003 Testing & Commissioning

Energy Networks Australia, ENA EG1-2006 Substation Earthing Guide

(a) 100-PR-SA-0020 General Electrical Safety

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Copies of records shall be provided to FMG in the following:

- In project documentation for projects;

6.2. NOTICES AND ELECTRICAL LOG BOOK

8.1. ELECTRICAL INSTALLATION INSPECTION

The following inspection as a minimum shall be carried out:

(a) Design Verification:

Testing and Commissioning of Electrical Installations

(i) IP rating of equipment is adequate and complies with site specification;

(i) Cables have been labelled as per site specification;

(e) Distribution Boards and Switchboards:

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8.2. ELECTRICAL INSTALLATION TESTING

As a minimum the following test shall be carried out:

(a) Continuity of Earthing System in accordance with Clause 8.3.5 AS3000;

Additional tests as applicable in accordance with Section 3 of AS3017.

8.3. HIGH VOLTAGE CABLE TESTING

As a minimum the following shall be carried out:

(a) Phasing Check;

8.3.1.1. Phasing Check

Phasing checks shall be carried out for:

(a) Interconnection of multiple sources such as with power generation buses;

Phasing shall be checked using techniques such as point to point testing.

8.3.1.2. Insulation Test

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Values greater than 10,000 Mohms are acceptable.

8.3.1.3. High Voltage Test