Building Electrical Installation Level II

Based on June 2022 Curriculum Version 1

Module Title: -Connecting and Terminating Electrical Wiring

System
Module code: EIS BEI2 M04 0822
Nominal duration: 80 Hours
Prepared by: Ministry of Labor and Skill

August 2022

Addis Ababa, Ethiopia

Acronym

A -----------------Ampere
A.C ----------------Alternating Current
C.I -----------------Cast Iron
CFLs ----------- ----Compact Fluorescent Lamps
DB : ---------------Distribution Board
D.C --------------- Direct Current
ELCB --------------Earth Leakage Circuit Breaker
G.I ------------------Galvanized Iron
GLS----------------General Lighting Service
HF ------------------High Frequency
HID ----------------High Intensity Discharge
HRC ---------------High Rupturing Capacity
HT -----------------High Tension
I -------------------Current
ICDB ---------------Iron Clad Distribution Board
KV ----------------Kilo Volt KW : Kilo Watt
LT ----------------Low Tension
MCB --------------Miniature Circuit Breaker
MS----------------Mild Steel PVC : Polyvinyl Chloride
R ---------------- resistance
RCCB------------Residual Current Circuit Breaker
SDB ------------Sub Distribution Board S
PMCB ----------Single Pole Miniature Circuit Breaker
SPN ----------- -Single Pole & Neutral
TPN ------------Triple Pole & Neutral
V -------------- Volt W Watt

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INTRODUCTION TO THE MODULE
In building electrical installation the connection of wiring and include estermination and connection of all types
of cords and cables, excluding specialist cables. All testing is undertaken on completed circuits where these are
not connected to main supply, using appropriate methods such as continuity and resistance checks.
Specifications are obtained from electrical/electronic drawings and data sheets. Soldering/disordering of
electrical/electronic components may also require the selection or Perform manual soldering/disordering -
electrical/electronic components or Perform high reliability soldering and disordering) as applicable
This module covers the units:
 installation and termination of wiring system
 wiring system and equipment
 Inspection and notification of work completion
 Clean up
Learning Objective of the Module
 Perform installation and termination of wiring system
 Connect wiring system and equipment
 Inspect and notify completion of work
 Clean up
Module Instruction
For effective use this modules trainees are expected to follow the following module instruction:
1. Read the information written in each unit
2. Accomplish the Self-checks at the end of each unit
3. Perform Operation Sheets which were provided at the end of units
4. Do the “LAP test” giver at the end of each unit and
5. Read the identified reference book for Examples and exercise

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Unit one: installation and termination of wiring system

This unit is developed to provide you the necessary information regarding the following content coverage and
topics:
 installation based to OH&S policies
 Personnel to ensure the work
 Check Wiring systems
 Fitting Accessories
 Location of fitting accessories necessary materials
 Tools, equipment and testing devices
 Check Preparatory work
This unit will also assist you to attain the learning outcomes stated in the cover page. Specifically, upon
completion of this learning guide, you will be able to:
 Plan and prepare installation based to OH&S policies
 Consult appropriate personnel to ensure the work is coordinated
 Check Wiring systems
 Obtain Fitting Accessories
 Identify location of fitting accessories
 Obtain necessary materials
 Obtain Tools, equipment and testing devices
 Check Preparatory work

1.1 INSTALLATION BASED TO OH&S POLICIES

Planning and preparing for the installation

Before you install the installation server products, you must prepare your system and plan for choices and make
during the installation process.
1.1.1. Installation Planning

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Installation Planning is the planning involved in case the system requires replacement or upgrade. It is always
necessary to assess the status of the current system of equipment whether there is need for upgrade or
replacement of the system
1.1. 2 Steps Involved in Installation Planning
1. Assessment - The performance of the current system in terms of reliability or productivity.
2. Readiness Review existing installation to identify the roadblocks.
3. Benchmark Record data on current system in order to measure the improvement in the new system to be
installed.
4. Design or Plan- Identify and map all work necessary to make migration and upgrades.
5. Shutdown-Check and shutdown all the allied system.
6. Replacement- Replace or put a new installation at the designated location.
7. Testing- Do all the routine test specified in the installation guide. Also perform stress test related to the
system.
8. Monitoring- Monitoring the system for a specified period to evaluate performance and check issues which
might arise due to installation errors
1.2. PERSONNEL TO ENSURE THE WORK
Consultation involves sharing of information, giving workers a reasonable opportunity to express views and
taking those views into account before making decisions on health and safety matters.

A person conducting a business or undertaking must consult, so far as is reasonably practicable, with workers
who carry out work for the business or undertaking and who are (or are likely to be) directly affected by a work
health and safety matter.

1.3 WIRING SYSTEMS

Electrical wiring is a process of connecting different accessories for the distribution of electrical energy from
the supplier to various appliances and equipment(fuse, switch, lights, fan etc...) at home like television, lamps,
air conditioners, etc

.The different types of electrical wiring that are used in domestic properties.

Different Types of House Electrical Wiring Systems

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Cleat Wiring

This wiring comprises of PVC insulated wires or ordinary VIR that are braided and compounded. They are held
on walls and ceilings using porcelain cleats with groves, wood or plastic. It is a temporary wiring system,
therefore making it unsuitable for domestic premises. Moreover, cleat wiring system is rarely being used these
days.

Casing and Capping Wiring

It was quite popular in the past but it is considered obsolete these days due to the popularity of the conduit and
sheathed wiring system. The cables used in this electric wiring were PVC, VIR or any other approved insulated
cables. The cables were carried through the wooden casing enclosures, where the casing was made of a strip of
wood with parallel grooves cut lengthwise for accommodating the cables.

Batten Wiring

This is when a single electrical wire or a group of wires are laid over a wooden batten. The wires are held to the
batten using a brass clip and spaced at an interval of 10 cm for horizontal runs and 15 cm for vertical runs.

Lead Sheathed Wiring

Lead sheathed wiring uses conductors which are insulated with VIR and are covered with an outer sheath of
lead aluminum alloy which contains about 95% lead. The metal sheath gives protection to cables from
mechanical damage, moisture and atmospheric corrosion.

Conduit Wiring

1.4 Fitting Accessories

Electrical accessory" means a device associated with the Electrical wiring of a domestic installation; "adaptor"
means a electrical accessory which may be engaged. With a socket, being an electrical accessory which is
designed

Types of electrical fittings

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PVC Electrical Conduit fittings

Electrical conduit and fittings are of good quality, low cost, high safety and reliability. It has the advantages of
beautiful appearance, light weight and easy bend, high strength, anti-aging, corrosion resistance, high fire
resistance, good insulation and so on. It is used in the buildings and structures to protect and secure wire, cable
and communication network.

An electrical conduit is a tube used to protect and route electrical wiring in a building or non building structure.
Electrical conduit may be made of metal, plastic, fiber, or fired clay. Most conduits is rigid, but flexible conduit
is used for some purposes.

Box connectors Box connectors join conduit to a junction box or other electrical box. A typical box connector
is inserted into a knockout in a junction box, with the threaded end then being secured with a ring (called a lock
nut) from within the box, as a bolt would be secured by a nut. The other end of the fitting usually has a screw or
compression ring which is tightened down onto the inserted conduit. Fittings for non-threaded conduits are
either secured with set screws or with a compression nut that encircles the conduit. Fittings for general purpose
use with metal conduits may be made of die-cast zinc, but where stronger fittings are needed, they are made of
copper-free aluminum or cast iron.

Couplings connect two pieces of conduit together. Sometimes the fittings are considered sufficiently
conductive to bond (electrically unite) the metal conduit to a metal junction box (thus sharing the box's ground
connection).

Grounding bushings Grounding bushings are used which have bonding jumpers from the bushing to a
grounding screw on the box. Unlike water piping, if it the conduit is to be watertight, the idea is to keep water
out, not in. In this case, gaskets are used with special fittings, such as the weather head leading from the
overhead electrical mains to the electric meter. Flexible metal conduit usually uses fittings with a clamp on the
outside of the box, just like bare cables would.

A conduit body can be used to provide pulling access in a run of conduit, to allow more bends to be made in a
particular section of conduit, to make connections if the conduit body is rated for such use, to conserve space
where a full size bend radius would be impractical or impossible, or to split a conduit path into multiple
directions. Conduit bodies differ from junction boxes in that they are not required to be individually supported,
this makes them very useful in practical applications. Conduit bodies are commonly referred to as conduits, a
term trademarked by Cooper Crouse-Hinds company, a division of Cooper Industrials.

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finger 1. 1 PVC Electrical Conduit fittings

Advantages:

1. Good price

2. Light and recyclable

3. Chemical resistance

4. Wide range of fittings

5. No vibration and noise

6. Easy to install and to operat

Applies to swimming pool, waste water treatment, agriculture, litigation, industrial

Electric Switch Basics

An electric switch is responsible for allowing or inhibiting the transfer of electricity in an electrical circuit. The
most common form of electric power switch is a basic manual electromechanical unit. When the switch is open,
the electrical contacts do not touch and electricity cannot flow. When the switch is closed, however, the
electrical contacts touch and electricity flows throughout the circuit.

Types of Basic Electrical Switches

Below we list a few of the most common types of basic electrical switch.

SPST Electric Switch

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This switch’s mnemonic stands for “single pole, single throw.” The switch consists of one set of electrical
contacts, so it has two terminals, one from each contact. It is a simple on-off switch, so when the switch is open
no electricity flows, but when it’s closed the contacts meet and electricity is transferred. A light switch is a
good example of a SPST switch.

SPDT Electric Switch

A single pole double throw switch can also be called a changeover switch. In this case, there are three terminals
—one terminal (A), faces two opposing terminals (B and C) and can be connected either, depending on the
mode. It is said to be “double throw” because there are two positions this switch can operate—A is either
connected to B, or A is connected to C.

DPST Electric Switch

In a double pole, single throw switch, there are two poles—two sets of connectors—but only one viable
position they connect. Each pole’s terminals connect. The first pole is comprised of terminals A and B, which
connect. Simultaneously, the second pole, comprised of terminals C and C, connects. Because there is only one
position in which these poles operate, it is a single throw device. In essence, a DPST is made up of two SPSTs,
but is controlled by one mechanism.

DPDT Electric Power Switch

A double pole double throw switch is comprised of two SPDTs. Each pole has two possible throws. The first
pole, with three terminals, is comprised of A, B, and C. A can be connected to B, or A can be connected to C as
the two possible throw positions. In the second pole, there are also three terminals, D, E, and F, and two
possible throws. D can be connected to E or D can be connected to F. A, B, C, D, E, and F are all controlled by
the same mechanism, making it a double pole double throw switch..

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figer1. 2 Control switch

Control switch

 .A light fitting connected to an installation by means other than a socket outlet shall be controlled by a
switch which shall be arranged to disconnect all the supply conductors
 The switch required by (1) above shall be separate from lighting fitting and in a readily accessible
position subject to the provisions (3) and (5) below, where applicable
 Where a switch has to be situated so as to be normally inaccessible to a person who is using a bath or a
shower, it 'is admissible for the switch to be placed adjacent to the normal access door of the room, or to be
of the type operated by insulating cord.
 The switch or switches providing control of comprehensive lighting installation comprising more than one
lighting fitting in non-domestic premises may be installed in separate rooms
 Where lighting fittings are installed over readily combustible material, every light fitting .shall be controlled
by an individual wall switch
 Where way in a dwelling unit has risers, the lighting shall be controlled by intermediate wall switches or
their functional equivalent located at the head .and foot of the' stairway

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 FIGER 1. 3 ELECTRIC SWITCH FITTING

fig 4.4 Electric Switch fitting

C. Socket outlet fitting

What you may know as a power point is technically referred to as a 'socket outlet'. It's also less commonly
referred to as a GPO, which stands for 'General Purpose Outlet' or 'General Power Outlet', depending on who
you ask. The term 'GPO' is used in America (and therefore appears quite a lot online), but the term's outdated
throughout the rest of the world.
Socket outlets are available in many different styles, and can only be installed or maintained by an electrician.

 Polarized outlets are different in that slot for the neutral wire is wider than the slot for the hot wire. This makes it
difficult to insert the electrical plug the wrong way

Figure 1. 4 Socket outlet fitting

 Non-Polarized outlets have two vertical slots side by side that are the same size.
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Grounded outlets have a round hole for the grounding conductor in addition to the two vertical slots. In general,
electronic devices such as computers require these to provide a solid ground for the case so the electronics will
work properly. It is also used as a safety feature in certain highepower appliances such as vacuum cleaners,
ensuring that whatever happens to the wiring, the case will never be energized to wall voltage.

Socket outlet fitting

Some electrical outlets have a T shaped slot on the neutral instead of just a vertical slot. These outlets are rated
for 20A, and can receive special plugs for appliances which draw more than 15A. This prevents people from
tripping their circuit breakers by plugging them 15A outlets by mistake.

Figure 15 Convenience Outlet, 3-pin

Figure 1. 6 Weatherproof convenience outlet, duplex, 3-pin.

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 figer1. 7 Shako plug and socket CEE 7/4

CEE 7/4, commonly called "Shako" socket, has a recessed round shape with two symmetrical round receptacles
and two grounding clips on the sides of the socket. The Shako connection system is symmetrical and
unpolarized by design, allowing live and neutral to be reversed. Its dimensions are compatible with CEE 7/5
(french plug/socket) except that the female ground contact is omitted.

French Socket CEErace, Belgium, Poland, Czech Republic,

Slovakia and some other countries have standardized on a round plug with two round pins measuring 4.8 by 19
mm (0.189 by 0.748 in), spaced 19 mm (0.748 in) apart and with a hole for the socket's ground pin. This
standard will also accept Euro plugs and CEE 7/17 plugs. Sockets are installed with the earth pin upwards.
Although the plug is polarized, there is no universally observed standard for connecting the live and neutral. In
the former Czechoslovakia Standard ČSN 33 2180:1979, section 6.2.2. required live to be on the left side of
socket. Child-resistant outlet shutters are required by French and Belgian standards, however they are not
required in all countries where this type is used.CEE 7/5 plugs are not compatible with the CEE 7/4 socket
because grounding in the CEE 7/5 socket is effected by a round male pin permanently mounted in the socket.

 CEE 7/7 plug

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To bridge the differences between German and French standards, the CEE 7/7 plug was developed. It is
polarized to prevent the live and neutral connections from being reversed when used with a French CEE 7/5
outlet, but allows polarity reversal when inserted into a German CEE 7/4 socket. The plug is rated at 16 A.

It has grounding clips on both sides to connect with the CEE 7/4 socket and a female contact to accept the
grounding pin of the CEE 7/5 socket. It is used in almost all European countries. Currently, appliances are sold
with non-rewriteable CEE 7/7 plugs attached. This means that the plugs are now identical between countries
like France and Germany, but the sockets are different.

figure 1. 8CEE 7/16 plug and old socket

CEE 7/16 plug and old socket

This two-pin plug is popularly known as the Euro plug. The plug is ungrounded and has two round 4 mm
(0.157 in) pins, which usually converge slightly towards their free ends. It is described in CEE 7/16 and is also
defined in Italian standard CEI 23-5 and Russian standard GOST 7396. This plug is intended for use with
devices that require 2.5 A or less. Because it is unpolarized it can be inserted in either direction into the socket,
so live and neutral are connected arbitrarily. The separation and length of the pins allow its safe insertion in
most CEE 7/5, CEE 7/4 "Shako", Israeli, CEE 7/7, Swiss, Danish and Italian outlets, as well as BS 4573 UK
shaver sockets. It can be forced into BS 546 (5 A) and some BS 1363 sockets, if the shutters are opened, though
the connection may be neither reliable in either case, nor safe.

The Euro plug itself is used in Class II applications throughout continental Europe. It is also used in the Middle
East (Iran), most African nations, South America (Brazil, Chile, Argentina, Peru and Bolivia), Asia (India,
Bangladesh, Sri Lanka, Indonesia, Pakistan, South Korea, and the Philippines) as well as Russia and the former
Soviet republics, such as Ukraine, Armenia, Georgia, and many developing nations. It is also used alongside the
BS 1363 in many nations, particularly former British colonies.

Unearthed socket compatible with both Shako and French plugs

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Euro plug sockets have no ground provisions and consequently have been phased out in most countries. For
example, in Germany, ungrounded outlets are rare, found only in very old installations, whereas in the
Netherlands they are common in "dry areas" such as in bedrooms or living rooms. Standards also vary between
countries as to whether child-resistant shutters are required. Depending on the country and the age of the socket
these sockets may have 4.0 or 4.8 mm receptacles. The latter accept CEE 7/5 and CEE 7/4 plugs in addition to
Europlugs, though without ground

connection. Countries using the CEE 7/5 and CEE 7/4 standards vary in
whether ungrounded Euro plug sockets are still permitted in environments where the need for grounding is less
critical. Adaptors and trailing sockets and power strips designed to accept only Euro plugs with 4 mm (0.157 in)
pins may also have plastic barriers in place to prevent CEE 7/17, Shako or French plugs from entering.

Danish 107- 2-D1, standard DK 2-1a, with round power

Outlet for Danish computer equipment plug's tilted flattened pins and half round ground pin (mainly used in
professional environment), standard DK 2-5a

This Danish standard plug is described in the Danish Plug Equipment Section 107-2-D1 Standard sheet
(SRAF1962/DB 16/87 DN10A-R). Unlike the French CEE 7/5 plug, the earthling pin is on the plug, not in the
socket. The Danish socket need not be recessed to protect the earthling pin. The Danish standard

Side by side comparison of Italian CEI 23-16/VII plugs and sockets rated 16 A (left) and 10 A (right).

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The Italian earthed plug/socket standard, CEI 23-16/VII, includes two models rated at 10 A and 16 A that differ
in contact diameter and spacing (see below for details). Both are symmetrical, allowing the live and neutral
contacts to be inserted in either direction. The 10 A plug is called IT1-10P or S11 and the socket is IT1-16R or
P11. The 16 A plug is called IT2-16P or S17 and the socket is IT2-16R or P17.

The 10 A style extends CEE 7/16 by adding a central earthling pin of the same gauge. Thus, CEI 23-16-VII
10A sockets can accept CEE 7/16 Euro plugs. This is the plug shown in the first picture.

The 16 A style looks like a magnified version of the 10A style, identical in shape. However, the pins are 5
millimeters thick (being 4 mm thick in 10 A type), 26 mm apart (while 19 mm apart in 10 A type) and 7 mm
longer. The packaging of these plugs in Italy may claim they are a "North

China CPCS-CCC (Chinese 10 A/250 V) plugs

The standard for Chinese plugs and sockets is set out in GB 2099.1‐2008 and GB 1002‐2008. As part of China's
commitment for entry into the WTO, the new CPCS (Compulsory Product Certification System) has been
introduced, and compliant Chinese plugs have been awarded the CCC Mark by this system. The plug is three
wire, earthed, rated at 10 A, 250 V and used for Class 1 applications; a 16 A version also

This plug, defined in SI 32 (IS16A-R), is unique to Israel. It has three flat pins to form a Y-shape. Live and
neutral are spaced 19 mm (0.75 in) apart. The plug is rated at 16 A. In 1989, the standard was revised to use
three round 4.5 mm (0.177 in) pins in the same locations, allowing the socket to accept the Euro plugs used in
Europe and Israel for non-earthed appliances. Sockets

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made since 1989 accept both flat and round pins for compatibility with both old and new plugs. As of 2008,
pre-1989 sockets which accept only old-style plugs are very rare in Israel.

Fitting accessories necessary materials

a) Shall be located on the ceiling or on the front wall above the door of the closet unless mounted on the trim of
the side walls of the doorway and approved for the application; and

b) shall not be of pendant type.

(1) Luminaries in damp or wet locations shall be approved for such locations and be so marked.

The following NEC regulations apply to Romex conductors:

1.5 ELECTRICAL TOOLS AND EQUIPMENT

Tools and equipment are two words that are often used synonymously, mainly due to the similarities of
their meanings. A tool can be any item that is used to achieve a goal. Equipment usually denotes a set
of tools that are used to achieve a specific objective

Wiring Accessories on Board You should know the tools required for fixing the accessories on the board. You
should also know the purpose of fixing the accessories. In-house wiring of the switches, holders and sockets
should be fixed on wooden/sun mica boards and blocks. Therefore, it is necessary to learn how to fix these
accessories. The ways to fix these accessories have been discussed in the following practical activity. the
accessories on the board or round block by wooden screws after making holes on them by the poker. Then fix
all covers on the accessories

Electrical tools: are a stable of any toolbox, but they're especially critical for electricians who regularly
manipulate and cut wire.

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figure 1. 9 Electrical tools

Electricalequipment: Often electrical equipment refers only to components part of the electrical distribution
system such as: ...

 Distribution boards
 Circuit breakers
 Disconnects/ isolator
 Electricity meter

figure 1. 10 testing circuit

VOLTAGE TESTER

Is often used by the electrician to measure approximate circuit operating voltages. Its rugged construction
makes it ideally suited for rough on-the-job handling

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figure 1. 11 voltage tester

Unit Two: Installation and termination of wiring system

This unit to provide you the necessary information regarding the following content coverage and topics:
following OH&S policies and procedures
 Installation of Wiring systems
 Termination/connections of wiring system and accessories
 unplanned events
This guide will also assist you to attain the learning outcomes stated in the cover page. Specifically, upon
completion of this learning guide, you will be able to:
 Install Wiring systems
 Terminate/connect of wiring system and accessories
 Respond to unplanned events

2.1 INSTALLATION OF WIRING SYSTEMS

Electrical Installation

Electrical Installation An assembly of associated electrical equipment, to fulfill a specific purpose or purposes
and having co-ordinate characteristics.

Before any wiring system is installed account must be taken of environment in which system is operate.

 Commercial

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  Residential

 Industrial

There are many influences that may contribute to the final design of the installation.

All materials used for electrical installation purpose should comply with international and local Standards

IEC International Electro technical Commission

EBCS Ethiopian Building code standard

2.1.1 Electrical wiring

Electrical wringing general refers to insulated conductors used to carry electricity, and associated devices. This
article describes general aspects of electrical wiring as used to provide power in buildings and structures,
commonly referred to as building wiring.

2.1.2 Wiring safety codes

Intended to protect people and property from electrical shock and fire hazards. Regulations may be established
by city, county, provincial/state or national legislation, usually by adopting a model code (with or without local
amendments) produced by a technical standards-setting organization, or by a national standard electrical code.

Electrical codes arose in the 1880s with the commercial introduction of electrical power. Many conflicting
standards existed for the selection of wire sizes and other design rules for electrical installations. The first
electrical codes in the United States originated in New York in 1881 to regulate installations of electric lighting.
Since 1897 the US National Fire Protection Association, a private non-profit association formed by insurance
companies, has published the (EBCS)States, counties or cities often include the NEC in their local building
codes by reference along with local differences. The NEC is modified every three years. It is a consensus code
considering suggestions from interested parties. The proposals are studied by committees of engineers,
tradesmen, manufacturer representatives, fire fighters, and other invitees.

Since 1927, the Canadian Standards Association (CSA) has produced the Canadian Safety Standard for
Electrical Installations, which is the basis for provincial electrical codes. The CSA also produces the Canadian
Electrical Code, the 2006 edition of which references IEC60364 (Electrical Installations for Buildings) and
states that the code addresses the fundamental principles of electrical protection in Section 131. The Canadian

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code reprints Chapter 13 of IEC 60364, but there are no numerical criteria listed in that chapter to assess the
adequacy of any electrical installation.

Although the US and Canadian national standards deal with the same physical phenomena and broadly similar
objectives, they differ occasionally in technical detail. As part of the North American Free Trade Agreement
(NAFTA) program, US and Canadian standards are slowly converging toward each other, in a process known
as harmonization.

In European countries, an attempt has been made to harmonize national wiring standards in an IEC standard,
IEC 60364Electrical Installations for Buildings. Hence national standards follow an identical system of
sections and chapters. However, this standard is not written in such language that it can readily be adopted as a
national wiring code. Neither is it designed for field use by electrical tradesmen and inspectors for testing
compliance with national wiring standards. By contrast, national codes, such as the NEC or CSA C22.1,
generally exemplify the common objectives of IEC 60364, but provide specific rules in a form that allows for
guidance of those installing and inspecting electrical systems.

In Germany, DKE (the German Commission for Electrical, Electronic and Information Technologies of DIN
and VDE) is the organization responsible for the promulgation of electrical standards and safety specifications.
DIN VDE 0100 is the German wiring regulations document harmonized with IEC 60364.

In the United Kingdom, wiring installations are regulated by the Institution of Engineering and Technology
Requirements for Electrical Installations: IEE Wiring Regulations, BS 7671:: 2008,

Color code

Wires: Unless otherwise specified all wires shall be PVC insulated single core, stranded copper conductor
conforming to BS 6004. All wires shall be colored as follows:

1. Phase : Red, Yellow, Blue Color of wire

2. Neutral: Black Color of wire

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 3. Ground: Yellow Green or Green (One color only to be used for the complete Installation).

Figure 2. 1 wires Color code

Switches

Does it matter which wire goes where on a light switch?

The white (neutral) wire connects to the silver screw, or you place it in the back wire hole on the same side of
the device as the silver screw. ... This wire is sometimes red. The green or bare copper (ground) wire, if the
device has one, attaches to the green screw terminal on the switch or to the electrical box.

Single Switch

FIGURE 2. 2 SINGLE SWITCH

Three-way Switch

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Three-way switches are useful in large rooms, hallways or staircases where a light can be controlled from
multiple positions. For instance, a three-way switch can control a light in a stairwell from both the top and
bottom positions on the stairs.

FIGER 2. 1 THREE-WAY SWITCH

A three-way switch is part of a circuit
involving an electrical fixture, be it a light or fan, and two switches. The switch itself has three posts to connect
wires. One is for the electrical current and the other two are for control, or traveler wires. One wire provides
current to the fixture. The other wire works in conjunction with the second switch to control whether the light
can be turned on or of

Figure 2. 3 Wiring diagram of two bulbs controlled by two three-way switches

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 The basic design of the three-way circuit is that one traveler wires connect to each switch and the other.
Traveler links to the fixture. Each switch must be grounded and only one switch needs a wire carrying a
current. The second switch does not need a current and can be tied off to the box

FIGER 2.5 WIRING CONNECTION OF TWO THREE-WAY

– Wiring connection of two three-way switches and two bulbs on the

junction and utility boxes4-way switch

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 - Such mastic Diagram of one bulb controlled in 3 locatio

figure 2. 4- Suchmastic Diagram of one bulb controlled in 3 location

three-way switches and one 4-way switch

Figure 9 – Wiring connection of two bulbs controlled by two 3-way switches

Wiring
Figure 2. 5connection of two bulbs
Wiring diagram of onecontrolled by twoby
bulb controlled 3-way
two switchesand one 4-way switch on the junction and
utility boxesfour way switches have four terminals. This switch works in combination with two three-way
switches to control electricity to lights and receptacles from three locations. All of the four terminals are brass
colour. They support hot conductors (traveller wires), which receive and transfer electricity from each of the
three-way switches. The toggle on a four-way switch is NOT marked "OFF" and "ON”. These markings are the
only way to tell the difference between it and a double-pole switch, which is labelled "OFF" and "ON."

It is advisable to use No. 12 wire for residential, indoor wiring. No. 14 wire is acceptable if the circuit is
protected at 15 amperes. (Canadian and Philippine code requires the use of #14 wire for interior application

2.2. TERMINATINGAND CONNECTING ACCESSORIES

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A termination is a connector or other treatment at the end of a wire. This can be at a piece or equipment a
terminal block or a patch panel

2.1.1 Terminating Techniques

There are a variety of methods used to terminate conductors.

Screw Terminal

One of the most common types is the screw terminal. Regardless of the type of terminal used it is important that
the joint between the conductor and the terminal is electrically and mechanically sound, without putting undue
pressure on the conductor or the terminal.

Figure 3.1

Figure 2. 6 shows a termination made off correctly.

Figure 2. 7 shows a termination made off incorrectly

Figure 2. 8 shows a termination made off incorrectly

If the conductor is small in relation to the terminal, the conductor must be doubled back fully, neatly on itself

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See Figure 3.3for a correct termination.

Figure 2. 9 shows an incorrect termination

Screw Head and Nut and Washer Terminals

When terminating conductors under screw-heads or nuts, it is best to form the conductor into an eye, using
round nose pliers. The eye should be slightly larger than the screw diameter, but smaller than the outside
diameter of the screw head, nut or washer

2.1.2 Criteria for Good Terminations

Every cable termination should be completed and checked using the following headings.

Solid Conductors – doubled back where possible.

Stranded and Flexible Conductors – all strands twisted neatly together in the right direction, and doubled back
where possible. – all strands present and clamped.

No damage to conductor e.g. nicked while stripping insulation.

No damage to insulation e.g. nicked while stripping sheath or pulling in cables.

Insulation not clamped.

Conductor insulated right up to the metal of the terminal ( no bare copper ).

Sufficient slack available on cable.

Cable arranged neatly and not fouling moving parts or covers.

No makeshift terminals used.

Terminal screw tightened sufficiently

Terminals, Clamps and Lugs

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There are a wide variety of conductor terminals. Typical types are as shown in Figure 9.

1 2 3 4 5 6

Figure 2. 10 Terminals, Clamps and Lugs

The screw terminal will be found in various accessories such as, lamp holders, batten holders and plug tops
used in domestic premises. A shrouded version of this terminal is probably the most commonly used type. It
will be found in switches, sockets, ceiling roses and consumer units.

The split terminal will be used in joint boxes to enable joints to be made without having to cut conductors.

The post terminal will be used mainly to make connections to earth and also in such places as the mains
connection to an electric cooker or an electric motor.

The screw head terminal will also be mainly used to make connections to earth, and is also very popular in
older fuse boards.

The clamp terminal is now in common use in main switches, MCB’s, RCD’s and RCBO’s.

The lug terminal comes in an extremely wide variety of shapes and sizes. They may be bare or insulated.
Methods of connecting to the cable vary as follows:

Ferrules, which are used on flexible cables to prevent the strands from spreading out and are then connected
using a screw or clamp terminal.

Large power cables where the lug is compressed onto the cable using a hydraulic type crimp tool. The lug is
then connected to a post or screw head

2.1,3 Connecting accessories

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Electrical material and devices classification of electrical material according to function

1. Boxes

2. Switches 11. Grounding Devices/Malts.

3. Receptacle/ Convenience outlet 12.Wires/conductors

4. Ceiling Lamp receptacles 13.Lighting Materials

5. Fittings 14.Wiring Methods

6. Supports 15.Adaptors/Connectors

7. Male Plugs 16.Soldering materials

8. Consults 17.Insulating Materials

9. Electrical Protective Devices 18. Switch plate & covers

10. Metering Devices 19. Safety switched

2.3.UNPLANNED EVENTS OR CONDITIONS

In order to know how to respond to unplanned events or conditions, one must first start in assessing or
analyzing the situation. The first response should not be making an action right away, but thinking of the
situation and possible solutions.
After fully understanding the situation and listing down possible solutions, it's time to take action by trying all
possible means to cope with the changes or unexpected events. If working on a project, it's helpful to create a
list of planned vs unplanned events so you can also think of safety measures on how to prevent the unplanned
ones even before starting on the project.
Based on these considerations, the potential accidents, malfunctions and unplanned events that were considered
by the Study Team for the Sisson Project are
 Loss of Containment from Tailings Storage Facility (TSF);
 Erosion and Sediment Control Failure
 Pipeline Leak;
 On-Site Hazardous Materials Spill;
 Release of Off-Specification Effluent from the installation.

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 Failure of a Water Management Pond
 Failure of a Water Management Pond Pump;
 Off-Site Trucking Accident
 Vehicle Collision;
 Uncontrolled Explosion; and
 Fire
. Respond to unplanned events or conditions in accordance with established procedures.
 Establish procedures from appropriate personnel In accordance with procedures before any contingencies
are implemented.
 Test Devices / systems and/or installation is tested whether it conforms to requirements
 Remove parts or connections for the purpose of testing and pre-test conditions in accordance with
established procedures
 Final inspections are undertaken to ensure the installed devices / systems conforms to requirements
Trainers Methodology

Unit Three: Connect wiring system and equipment

This learning guide is developed to provide you the necessary information regarding the
following content coverage and topics:
 IEE wiring regulations / Standard for Electrical Installations
 Check the connections
 Take safe and sensible action to remedy any identified defects
 Fixing all conduits and wiring depending on specifications.
Marking and labeling cable and wire to specification This guide will also assist you to attain the
learning outcomes stated in the cover page. Specifically, upon completion of this learning guide,
you will be able to:
 Apply connections in accordance with specifications and IEE wiring regulations
 Checking the connections
 Take safe and sensible action to remedy any identified defects
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3.1 IEE WIRING REGULATIONS / STANDARD FOR ELECTRICAL INSTALLATIONS
The electrical contractor is charged by the IEE Regulations for Electrical Installations to test all new
installations and major extensions during erection and upon completion before being put into service. The
contractor may also be called upon to test installations and equipment in order to identify and remove faults.
These requirements imply the use of appropriate test instruments, and in order to take accurate readings
consideration should be given to the following points:

Is the instrument suitable for this test?

Have the correct scales been selected?

Is the test instrument correctly connected to the circuit?

Many commercial instruments are capable of making more than one test or have a range of scales to choose
from. A range selector switch is usually used to choose the appropriate scale. A scale range should be chosen
which suits the range of the current, voltage or resistance being measured.

For example, when taking a reading in the 8 or 9 V range the obvious scale

Inspection and testing techniques

The testing of an installation implies the use of instruments to obtain readings. However, a test is unlikely to
identify a cracked socket outlet, a chipped or loose switch plate, a missing conduit-box lid or saddle, so it is
also necessary to make a visual inspection of the installation .All new installations must be inspected and tested
during erection and upon completion before being put into service. All existing installations should be
periodically inspected and tested to ensure that they are safe and meet the regulations of the IEE The method
used to test an installation may inject a current into the system. This current must not cause danger to any
person or equipment in contact with the installation, even if the circuit being tested is faulty. The test results
must be compared with any relevant data, including the IEE Regulation tables, and the test procedures must be

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followed carefully and in the correct sequence, as indicated. This ensures that the protective conductors are
correctly connected and secure before the circuit is energized.

3.2.CHECK THE CONNECTIONS

checking wiring systems’ components

There are two kinds of checks that can be carried out and we recommend that you always employ a registered
electrician to carry out such checks
Visual Inspection
A visual inspection is a basic check to identify any visible signs of defects, damage or deterioration. No circuit
testing will be undertaken, so your electricity will likely remain on during the inspection. The electrician will
need to be given access to all of the rooms in your home. The report will typically take around 1 hour to
complete depending on the size of the property. Notes will be taken by the electrician as part of the visual
inspection and a Visual
Inspection Report (VIR) will be issued to the home owner at the end. The Visual Inspection report will record a
number of observations and recommendations and provide an overall summary of the condition of the
installation. Below is a check list of the things you can expect to be looked at during a visual inspection.
Consumer Unit (main fuse board)
 Sockets
 Plugs
 Light fittings
 Light switches
 Electrical cables or leads
 Earthling and bonding
 Extension leads
 Kitchen safety
 Bathroom safety
 Signs of wear and tear
 Visible signs of burning/scorching
 RCD protection around the home
All new completed electrical installation should be tested before connection to the supply, to ensure that the
installation is technically sound and free from any possible short circuits, etc. the main reasons, to test a new
electrical installation or house wiring before it is switched on to the mains are as follows:

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To know the cause of failure of a particular circuit or circuits or equipment and to locate the exact position of
break down To ensure that it is free from faults and is as per electricity rules.
These tests will receive the attention of the owner before any possible undue damage occurs.
The tests should be made on a new electrical installation before it is switched on to the mains are as under:
1. Insulation resistance test between installation and earth.
2. Insulation resistance test between conductors.
3. Testing of polarity.
4. Testing of earth continuity paths.
5. Earth resistance test.
3.3.TAKE SAFE AND SENSIBLE ACTION TO REMEDY ANY IDENTIFIED DEFECTS
Although electrical contractors are only required to issue customers with a certificate of test, documented
inspection and test procedures, and inspection and test records provide evidence of the actual test results which
support the certificate. They also provide workers with a visual reminder of the step by step testing process.
Workers can easily review the completed test record and identify if any steps have been missed
Install a Concealed Electrical Wiring System
A Step by Step Guide

Concealed conduit electrical wiring systems are a popular choice in domestic premises as they are aesthetically
appealing. They are the most commonly used house electrical wiring system as it protects the wires from
external damage and increases their longevity.

The wires are installed in 4 steps.

 Laying the electrical conduits in the slab

 Laying the electrical conduits in the wall
 Installation of Switch Boards Back Boxes
 Installation of Distribution Board

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Unit Four: Inspect and notify completion of work

This learning guide is developed to provide you the necessary information regarding the following content
coverage and topics:

 final inspections
 Work completions

This guide will also assist you to attain the learning outcomes stated in the cover page. Specifically, upon
completion of this learning guide, you will be able to:

 Undertake final inspections to installed apparatus

 Notify Work completions

4.1 FINAL INSPECTIONS

Electrical testing

The electrical contractor is charged with a responsibility to carry out a number of tests on an electrical
installation and electrical equipment. The individual tests are dealt with in Part 6 of the IEE Regulations and
described later in this chapter.

The reasons for testing the installation are:

● to ensure that the installation complies with the Regulations,

● to ensure that the installation meets the specification,

● to ensure that the installation is safe to use.

Those who are to carry out the electrical tests must first consider the following safety factors:

● An assessment of safe working practice must be made before testing begins.

● All safety precautions must be put in place before testing begins.

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● Everyone must be notified that the test process is about to take place, for example the client and other
workers who may be affected by the tests.

● ‘ Permits-to-Work ’ must be obtained where relevant.

● All sources of information relevant to the tests have been obtained.

● The relevant circuits and equipment have been identified.

● Safe isolation procedures have been carried out – care must be exercised here, i

occupied premises, not to switch off computer system switch out first obtaining permission.

4.2 PREPARE WORK ACCOMPLISHMENT REPORT

Every work must be Prepare work accomplishment report to an employer and minor accidents reported to a
supervisor, safety officer or first aider and the details of the accident and treatment given suitably documented.
The report should also include the following information: your name the address of the property to be inspected
reason for the inspection the date of inspection the scope of the inspection

a list of any area or item that wasn't inspected, the reasons why it wasn't inspected and if necessary, a
recommendation for further investigational summary of the overall condition of the property list of any
significant problems that need fixing i necessary, a recommendation that a further inspection or assessment be
carried out by a suitably accredited specialist, e.g. pest inspector, electricity supply authority, water supply
authority, structural engineer, geotechnical engineer, surveyor or solicitor.

4.2.1 Type of Prepare work accomplishment report

1. An Electrical Installation Condition Report (EICR)

2. Accident reports

An Electrical Installation Condition Report (EICR) will provide a full summary of the condition of the electrics
in your home and determine whether it complies with the current .It will record a number of observations in line
with BS 7671 and make various recommendations where improvement may be necessary or beneficial to
improving safety in your home. Once the EICR is completed the registered contractor will provide you with a
certificate outlining the overall condition of the electrical installation. Generally, an EICR will provide coding

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against the condition of the installation. The classification codes are as follows: Code C1 - This code should
indicates that danger exists, requiring immediate remedial action. The persons using the installation are at
immediate risk Code C2 - This code indicates that, whilst an observed deficiency is not considered to be
dangerous at the time of the inspection, it could become a real and immediate danger if a fault or other
foreseeable event was to occur in the installation or connected equipment. Code C3 - This code indicates that,
whilst an observed deficiency is not considered to be a source of immediate or potential danger,
improvement would contribute to a significant enhancement of the safety of the electrical installation. You are
under no obligation to have any of the issues fixed, though it is recommended that corrective action to rectify
any C1 and C2s is completed as soon as possible. If you do

Unit five Clean up

This learning guide is developed to provide you the necessary information regarding the following content
coverage and topics:

 work area
 Tools and equipment

This guide will also assist you to attain the learning outcomes stated in the cover page. Specifically, upon
completion of this learning guide, you will be able to:

 Cleaning work area

 Maintaining and storing Tools and equipment

.5.1 WORKING AREA

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Keeping workshop and storage spaces unwanted things can helpssaveus training tools for accidents. Sparks can
ignite scraps, sawdust and solvents. Water can conduct electricity. Do not stand in water, on damp floors or in
the rain when working with electrical tools. Keep hands and tools dry.

 Make sure workshops and storage areas have:

 Proper electrical wiring & outlets needed to run power tools.
 Install adequate wiring to handle the electrical load required.

All outlets should have three pronged plugs or be double-insulated.

Any outlets that may come in contact with water should have ground fault circuit interrupters.

 Never use indoor tools outside.

 Use only approved outdoor extension cords.
 Use one long extension cord instead of several short ones.
 Do not damage or cut extension cords.

When working on ladders or scaffolding rest power tools on a flat surface or in a bin secured to the ladder itself.

 A falling tool can seriously injure a co-worker or bystander.

 Never carry heavy power tools up and down ladders.

Stop working and turn off the power tool you are working with if distracted by something or someone.

 Never look away from your work when operating a power tool.
 Cutting tools can be particularly dangerous.

If one stalls, switch off the power and unplug the tool before trying to restart it.

When using a power saw, let the saw reach full speed before cutting and support the work firmly so it won’t
shift.

 Never use your hands to clear scraps from a sawing worktable.

 Use a long stick instead.

When working with metal, secure the metal material with clamps or in a machinist’s vise to keep it from
moving.

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  Take extra care when working with hazardous materials.
 Its particles can irritate the skin, eyes and respiratory system.
 When soldering, remember that lead solder is toxic.

The work area should be ventilated and flammable material properly stored.

Clean, check, maintain & sore hand & power tools.

Before, during & after performing our tasks all tools & measuring equipment must be properly cleaned,
checked &maintained. Building electrical installation regulations require inspections & testing of tools &
measuring equipment before use. Preventive maintenance is the systematic care and protection of tools,
equipment &machines in order to keep it in a safe, usable condition limit downtime and extend productivity.

We must always be aware that maintenance tasks themselves are potentially hazardous and can result in injury.

The successful maintenance program is:

 well organized and scheduled,

 controls hazards,
 defines operational procedures, and

Trains key personnel.

The degree of detail equipment maintenance will depend on the kinds of tools/equipment used. Some
installation equipment has very specific inspection and maintenance requirements. Power Tools should be
maintained in good working order. This may be limited to ensuring that blades/bits are replaced when needed
and those guards or other safety devices are operable and any damaged electrical cords/plugs are repaired or
replaced. Damaged or defective equipment/tools should be tagged and removed from service. The trainees must
have their own cleaning, checking and maintenance schedule.

Requirements

 General requirements for equipment maintenance include:

 Obtaining a copy of the maintenance schedule recommended by the manufacturer.
 Ensuring that maintenance is performed as required.
 Ensuring that the person(s) performing the maintenance are competent.
 Retaining records of maintenance/service conducted.

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Specifying who is responsible for overseeing equipment maintenance and where the records are kept. Set up a
system for removal and tagging of damaged or defective tools and equipment.

Complete documentation for work.

Definitions: Documentation refers to a set of records that exist online, on paper or on hard drives. It is material
that provides evidence or information to serve as a record. In the workplace, documentation is retained records
of employment and company actions and events as required by legal mandates and company policy. The best
human resource practices involve maintaining both formal and informal records about employment events. This
can include items such as:

 Actions
 Contributions
 Disciplinary actions
 Disputes
 Investigations
 Performance evaluations
 Policy violations

Documentation gives substance to a workplace's activities not only for legal matters, audits or disputes, but also
for rules and regulations. It keeps entraining running systematically and ethically. It would be difficult for
trainees in a training program to remember everything if it was only presented orally. During an emergency,
staff might not remember the proper procedure to exit the building without documentation.

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