Local Union No. 1245International Brotherhood of

Electrical Workers, AFL-eIOP. O. Box 4790Walnut Creek, California 94596

To comply with the decision rendered in Arbitration Case No. 123, Companywill use existing classifications to perform the work identified by the arbitratoras appropriate to those classifications. Work will be distributed as follows:

For those conditions in either overhead or underground construction workwhere the contracted work requires more "on-site" coordination and/or inspection bythe Construction Supervisor than is required for Company crews, this will be performedby the "field representatives" in classifications listed below.

1) Underground Construction - by journeyman Fitter (0560),Inspector (0990) or above.

2) OVerhead Construction - Inspector (0990) or above."Field representative" duties are described in detail in Company's attached

Contract Compliance Manual as revised August 5, 1985.Such duties, falling within the classifications outlined, shall be assigned

by the supervisors in charge in accordance with the Labor Agreement. Supervision willcontinue to coordinate the activities of the bargaining-unit classifications involvedin the contracting activities, as well as pre- and post-check jobs, negotiate withcontractors and the associated Contract administration work.

If you are in accord with the foregoing and agree thereto, please so indicatein the space provided below and return one executed copy of this letter to Company

PACIFIC GAS AND ELEC'TRIC COMPANY

By ~~elatiOnS

The Union is in accord with the foregoing and it agrees thereto as of thedate hereof.

__ ~_'1 , 1985

LOCAL UNION NO. 1245, INTERNATIONALBROTHERHOOD OF ELECTRICAL WORKERS, AFL-CIO

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PageLetter Agreement i

1. Management

1.1 General 11.2 Contracts 1

1.3 PGandE Rights 2

1.4 Safety and Environmental Requirements 2

1.5 Contract Changes 4

1.6 Contract Admin istration 5

1.7 Documen tation 6

2. Technical

2.1 Land and Land Rights 9

2.2 Trenching and Backfill 10

2.3 Electrical Facility Installa tion

2.3.1 Underground 122.3.2 Overhead 16

2.4 Gas Facility Installation

2.4.1 Polyethylene Pipe Systems 182.4.2 Steel Pipe Systems 222.4.3 System Testing 25

2.5 Material 28

This manual has been developed to aid the Company's fieldrepresentative and construction supervisor in implementing theConstruction Contracts for installation of gas and electricdistribution facilities. These procedures are not substitutes forthe requiremertts detailed in Contract Documents-and in case ofconflict the Contract Documents will prevail.

A Contractor may delegate all or a portion of the work to aPGandE approved subcontractor upon written approval of PGandE.The field representative should direct all communication tothe Contractor and not the subcontractor, unless writteninstructions from the Con tractor dic tate that communica tionsare to be given to Subcontractors, in which casecommunications are to be given to both Contractor andSubcontractor. In all cases the Contractor is ultimately andlegally responsible for compliance with the provisionsgoverning the work.

1.2.2 The Contractor is an independent entity from PGandE and mustbe able to conduct scheduling and work in an independentmanner without interference by PGandE. The FieldRepresentative should only be concerned with the concept thatthe end result of the work will conform with the provisionsgoverning the work. The field representative should notbecome directly involved with work planning, methodology,sequence, efficiency, etc. Any comments to the contractormust be adVisory in nature and the Contractor is free toaccept or reject advice without prejudice. The exceptions arewhen the actions of the Contractor are in violation of the law(including safety infractions), not in accordance with PGandEStandards or Specifications or Contractor's work unnecessarilyinterferes with PGandE's operation.

1.2.3 The field representative has the authority to provideinterpretation of the technical provisions governing the workto the Contractor. Such interpretations must, at least, meetall the following three (3) criteria:

1.2.3.1 The interpretation must not conflict with thecontract provisions governing the work.

1.2.3.2 The interpretation must be reasonable and representcommon construction practices.

1.2.3.3 The interpretation must not conflict with PGandEStandard Practices applicable to the work.

1.3.1 The field representative's primary function is to approve workperformed by others that meets or exceeds the criteriaestablished in the technical provisions governing the work.

1.3.2 The construction supervisor may stop the work but only inaccordance with the provisions of Article 12, "Delays andSuspension of Work," of the Medium Form Construction GeneralConditions and Goal One General Conditions, or Article 19,"Delays and Suspension of Work," of the Long Form ConstructionGeneral Conditions and only as the last resort if theContractor refuses to abide with provisions governing thework. It is recommended that the written notification to theContractor regarding their failure to comply with Contract beprovided by the construction supervisor or general foreman.

1.3.3 The field representative may utilize any number of techniquesto determine whether or not the material or the work complieswith governing provisions. The field representative has theright to reasonably free access to any material or to any partof the work and may insist that certain portions of the workbe removed so that an inspec tion can be performed on work thatwas hidden or backfilled without prior authorization by thefield representative.

1.3.4 The field representative should refuse to inspect thoseportions of the work when the act of inspection would exposethe field representative to hazardous conditions. Hazardousconditions are construed to mean conditions resulting fromwork procedures and/or techniques that are in violation ofStandards established by the terms of the contract or thatotherwise pose a danger. When the field representative makesa determination not to inspect a portion of the work, theContractor shall be provided with written confirmation of thisdetermination and the specific actions required so that aninspection can be made. Copies of the written confirmationshall also be sent to the construction supervisor orappropriate Company supervisor.

1.3.5 PGandE will ~ accept or authorize payment for any facilitywhere the field representative does not have an opportunity toinspect the entire job either by reasons of concealment orexposure of the field representative to unwarranted hazards.

1.4.1.1 It is anticipated that the Contractor will conducthis operation so as to conform within the applicable

rules and regulations regarding work practices. Thefield representative is not under the obligation toact as an agent of the State or local agency nor toreport violations to the respective enforcementbureaus. The field representative must, however,inform the Contractor in writing when labor and workpractices are in violation of the safety rulesestablished by the terms of the contract. The fieldrepresentative must log the fact such a notificationwas made in the Daily Inspection Report and forward acopy of the notice to the Contractor and theconstruction supervisor.

1.4.1.2 If the violation or other hazard poses an imminentdanger to the field representative, other PGandEemployees, and/or facilities or third parties, thefield representative shall immediately inform theContractor to stop work in the area of violation.The field representative shall request theconstruction supervisor or general foreman to come tothe work site for further resolution of theviola tion.

1.4.1.3 The field representative should never exposehimself/herself to situations which present ahazardous situation.

1.4.1.4 Should an enforcement or inspection officer of theAgency responsible for work safety (e.g., Cal OSHA)desire to make an inspection of the work site, thefield representative should immediately so inform theContractor and have the Contractor's representativeassume all responsibility for conducting theinspection tours and aiding the officers as they seefit. The field representative shall log anypertinent information in the Daily Report Log.Insofar as inspection of a Contractor's work isconcerned, neither PGandE nor the fieldrepresentative should assume any responsibility.Unless the Contractor expressly requests that thefield representative accompany the inspection tour,the field representative should return to normalinspection duties.

1.4.1.5 If the officer desires to review any work in progressby PGandE crews, the field representative shoulddirect the officer to the construction supervisor andreturn to normal inspection duties.

1.4.1.6 The field representative shall conducthimself/herself as a representative of PGandE and assuch abide by the PGandE Accident Prevention Rulesand appropriate Standard Practices dealing withsafety.

The ContrActor assumes all responsibility to abide by allpermit restriction and compliance with appropriate rules andregulations dealing with environmental concerns. The fieldrepresentative should inform the Contractor should a violationoccur or is about to occur and so note in the Daily ReportLog.

1.5.1 Contract changes must be in accordance with the ConstructionGeneral Conditions of the Contract; and should be agreed to inwriting, to include the amount of compensation, prior to thework being undertaken by the Contractor.

1.5.2 Changes can either change the scope of work or change theprovision governing the work. The construction supervisorshall authorize changes within delegated authority. Changes tothe contract will be identified by sequential numbers startingwith one (1). The construction supervisor and fieldrepresentative shall receive a copy of all authorized changeorders.

1.5.3 Increases in job scope can result in increased compensationbased on term and material changes, unit price additions orlump sum additions. Decreases in job scope can result indecreased compensation based on unit prices or lump sumreductions. Changes to the contract must be documented onPGandE's Contract Change Order (Form 62-4675). It isrecommended that an attempt be made to negotiate any changesin scope on a unit price or lump sum basis. Time and materialchanges require substantial documentation for both theCon tractor and fieId represen tative to verify that the correc tcharges are accounted for. Careful attention is required bythe field representative to assure that submitted time sheetsfor extra work actually reflect the effort expended toaccomplish the extra work and not work originally contracted.

1.5.4 Intangible Costs Due to Changes in Scope: If the change inscope was at the request of PGandE, PGandE must pay justifiedintangible costs for delays, out of sequence work, incrementalinefficiency, incremental over crewing, unplanned move-ons,move-offs, etc. The subject of intangible costs should beinitiated by the Contractor. They should be thoroughlydocumented and based on factual information and historicalrecords. Some Contractors may attempt to utilize claims forintangible costs to correct for their own inefficiencies inperforming the primary work. If the field representative orconstruction supervisor suspects that claims for intangiblecosts will be overstated the field representative shallmaintain extremely accurate and detailed job records recordingthe Contractor's progress and problems and keep contractadministrator informed. PGandE's position is to fairly

compensate the Contractor's for their actual extra costsassociated with extra work that was initiated at the requestof PGandE. For contracts with cost reimbursable provisionsthat are expected to amount to $100,000 and over, the contractwill include detailed accounting and auditing provisions whichshould be utilized by PGandE pursuant to Standard Practice220-1, Appendix C.

1.5.5 Intangible Costs for Other Changes: No intangible costs willbe allowed for (1) extra work associated with changes in scopefor the convenience of the Contractor or (2) changes in theArticles governing the Work.

1.5.6 If compensation for additional or intangible work is requiredand has not been agreed upon in advance by the constructionsupervisor and the Contractor, the negotiations should behandled by the Contract Negotiator.

The field representative is PGandE's field representative forthe performance of work and shall keep the ConstructionSupervisor informed of the job progress and any activity thatmay require the construction supervisor's attention. Theconstruction supervisor shall keep other functionaldepartments informed of the job status.

The construction supervisor must also be familiar with theprovisions of PGandE Standard Practice 220-4 ContractAdministration insofar as they apply to field administrationof contracts.

The construction supervisor should initiate the preparation ofall change orders to assure his awareness of the contractprovisions. Informational copies of all documentation,letters, communication, etc., with the Contractor should besent to the field representa tive.

The construction supervisor and all individuals involved withthe processing and approval of invoices are to be familiarwith the payment conditions of the contract. Invoices shouldbe processed in as timely a manner as possible. If invoicesare submitted which are incorrect or incomplete, theContractor's representative should be immediately notified andthe method of correction agreed upon between the constructionsupervisor and the Contractor's representative.1.6.2.1 The Contractor must send all invoices to the

designated address shown on the contract. Invoicesare to include the Contract Number, work location,

and description of the work completed for which theinvoice is submitted. Invoices should not besubmitted for work on contracts that cover differentgeographical areas (i.e., different PGandEDistricts).

1.6.2.2 Invoices should normally be sent to the constructionsupervisor responsible for the contractadministration. The construction supervisor is toreview the invoice to ensure the work described hasbeen satisfactorily completed and accepted by PGandE,and that the amount invoiced is correct for the workperformed. The construction supervisor is tomaintain a running log for contract beingadministered. The log is to include the Contractor'sinvoice number, date of invoice, invoice amount (forparticular contract), amount billed to date, and thedate the invoice was forwarded for approval andpayment. The construction supervisor is to completethe Accoun ting Da ta Shee t and forward this wi th theinvoice to the individual designated as the invoice"Approver."

1.6.2.3 The invoice "Approver" is to ensure that the invoiceis complete and accurate and that all necessaryinformation is provided. The invoice should beapproved and forwarded to the Accounts PayableSection in General Office. A copy of the approvedinvoices is to be retained by the constructionsupervisor in the job file.

The field representative shall prepare a Daily InspectionReport detailing the daily progress of the work, the resultsof the inspections and any significant problems,conversations, events, etc., that may have occurred in thecourse of the work. It is, however, not necessary to detailthe exact quantity of conforming work. Any special inspectionreports shall be attached to the Daily Report Log (DRL).

A copy of the DRL (together with all attachments) are to beturned in to the construction supervisor each day. He/shewill review each report for adequacy and accuracy ofinspection and identify potential problem areas. Followingreview, the DRL will be logged, indexed, and filed in the jobfiles. The original copy of the DRL will be retained by thefield representative for reference. Upon completion of thecontract, the original copy of the DRL must be filed in thepermanent job file.

Attachments to the DRL will consist of special inspectionreports and other reports. Special inspection reports arepreprinted inspection forms for a specific activity. Thefollowing inspection activities will require the use of thesespecia 1 repor ts:

1.7.1.1 Verification of welder's/plastlc fuser'squalifica tions.

1.7.1.6 Field representative: Name of field representativecompleting the report.

1.7.1.7 Location: Region, district, contract number, projectname and location, and PGandE authorization number.

1.7.1.8 Remarks: Description of the work accomplished andaccepted. Instructions for the completion of theremarks section are contained in each procedure.

In addition to the above, the field representative must alsonote:

1.7.1.10 Location of any installation rejected and the reasonfor rejection.

1.7.1.11 Approvals of any installation that was previouslyrejected, and a description of the corrective action.

1.7.1.12 Attachments: Listing of attachments to the DailyReport Log.

1.7.1.13 Signature: Signature of the field representativecompleting the report.

1.7.2.1 The field representative is responsible for thepreparation of as-built drawings that describe thelocation, footages and dimensions of the installedfacili ties.

1.7.2.2 The field representative shall prepare two sets ofseparate gas and electric "as-built" drawings markedin red. Minimum gas "as-built" drawing requirementsare as follows:

1.7.2.2.1 Marked up drawing showing actual location,footages and dimensions of the installedfaci 11ties.

1.7.2.2.2 Certified copies of the qualificationrecords for all Welders/Plastic Joiners.

1.7.2.2.3 Testing documents including calibrationdocuments for testing equipment.

1.7.2.3 Minimum electric "as-built" drawings requirecorrected construction drawing, marked in red,clearly showing changes to:

1.7.2.3.1 Location, size, type and footage ofinstalled conduit, cable and/or overheadconductor.

1.7.2.3.2 Location, size, type and dimensions ofmanholes, splice boxes and/or equipmentenclosures.

1.7.2.3.3 Location, size and type of poles andanchors.

1.7.2.3.4 Location, type and manufacturer's namepla te da ta of equipment.

1.7.2.4 All as-built drawings shall be signed by both thefield representative and construction supervisorverifying their accuracy.

1.7.2.5 It is recommended that the field representativecomplete and forward as-built drawing as workdepicted on a specific drawing or in a specific areais comp leted.

The construction supervisor shall ensure the assembly of thefollowing package of documentation for retention by theappropriate PGandE office.

1.7.3.1 As-built drawings with notation with regard towelding/joining inspection criteria.

2.1 Land and Land Rights

2.1.1 Description

All work relating to work practices, locations andstipulations dictated by PGandE Standards, permit orright-of-way requirements, and/or local governing codes.

2.1.2.1 Specific right-of-way, easements, licenses, permitagreement for the work.

2.1.3.1 Ensure that the route of the facility has beenproperly staked pursuant to approved PGandE plans andspecifications and right-of-way documents, asapplicable.

2.1.3.2 Verify that trenching and other work includinginstallation of facilities are within therights-of-way, franchise areas, P.U.E.'s, etc.,acquired for this facility.

2.1.3.3 Should any problems or deficiencies be noted, workshould be stopped until resolution ofproblem/deficiency has been made to the satisfactionof PGandE.

The field representative shall document on the DailyInspection Report any problems or deficiencies andinstructions issued to the Contractor to resolve the problemsor deficiencies.

All work required to: (1) excavate the trenches includingtrench location, dimensions and extra depth excavation; and(2) pad the trench, shade the facilities and fill the trenchincluding hauling stock piling, compacting and grading.

2.2.2.1 Section 4, Trench Excavation and Section 5, Backfilland Compaction, of the Specific Conditions forTrenching in the Contract.

2.2.3.2 Construction Drawings attached by reference to theContract.

2.2.4.1 The construction supervisor shall verify that therequirements of the contract are adhered to.

2.2.4.2 The field representative shall verify that trenchingis performed in accordance with the SpecificConditions which includes requirements regardingtrench location, cover and dimensions, extra depth,grades, padding, trench crossings, and trenchprotection.

The review shall include, but not be limited to,confirming that:

2.2.4.2.2 The dimension and depth of trench is inaccordance with the drawings. The depthof the trench shall be measured from thelevel of the finished grade.

2.2.4.2.3 The trench is kept free of water and in aworkable condition.

2.2.4.2.4 Line crossings are undamaged or repairedto the satisfaction of the respectiveCompany representative.

2.2.4.2.5 The trench bottom remains free of rocks,hard clods, welding rods, and debris.

2.2.4.2.6 Shoring is provided where required by theconstruction drawings, local governingcodes, or common construction practice.

2.2.4.2.7 In excavations, soil softened by moistureis replaced with a thoroughly compactedbackfill before the foundations orfootings are poured.

2.2.4.3 The field representative shall document on a DailyReport Log the daily progress of trenching, a briefdescription of trenching activities and the followingdetailed information:

2.2.4.3.1 Locations, footages and depths of trenchesexcavated each day.

2.2.4.3.2 Number of excavations and size made toaccommodate gas and/or electricfacilities.

2.2.4.3.3 Description of any company or third-partydamage and repairs, including name andtitle of representative approving therepair. Completes necessary accidentreports.

2.2.4.3.4 Location and name or number of open-cutroads with description of measures takento insure free flow of traffic.

2.2.4.3.5 Location, depth and length of any extradepth trenching including the reason forextra depth.

2.2.5.1 The construction supervisor shall ensure that therequirements of the contract are adhered to by theContractor, in addition to the applicablerequirements of the project permits and State andlocal regulations.

2.2.5.2 The field representative's responsibilities mayinclude, but not be limited to, confirming that:

2.2.5.2.1 Trenches are excavated to provide auniform support for straight tangents ofpipe.

2.2.5.2.2 Where rock or other hard material isencountered, the trench bottom is paddedwith sand or selected backfill material to

provide clearance from the objectionablesurface when the facilities are in place.

2.2.5.2.3 Backfill material is suitable for backfillas described in the Specific Conditionsfor Trenching and is placed so that thefacilities are undamaged.

2.2.5.2.4 After repair or replacement of damagedfacilities, they are backfilled andprotected to the satisfaction of therepresentative approving the repair.

2.2.5.2.5 Road crossings are backfilled andcompacted to the satisfaction of thecontrolling agency and in accordance withthe terms of the crossing permi t.

2.2.5.2.6 The as-built measurement of the Company'sfacilities are complete prior tobackfilling.

2.2.6.1 The field representative shall document on the DailyReport Log the daily progress of the backfilloperation and include the following information:

2.2.6.1.1 Locations where compaction tests arespecified by the Company or by permitstipula tions.

2.2.6.1.2 Locations where special treatment oftrench backfill is performed and methodsused (see Specific Conditions forTrenching) •

2.2.6.1.3 A record of approvals of backfillma terials.

2.2.6.1.4 A record of approval for backfilling ofCompany facilities.

2.2.6.1.5 An estimate of the total cubic yards ofimported backfill ma teria 1 hauled andplaced during the day.

All work related to non-Company installation ofconduit, enclosures, vaults, boxes, equipment pads,primary CIC, and secondary direct buried cable.

2.3.1.2.1 Specifications for Underground FacilitiesInstalled by Applicant.

A. Engineering Standards, EngineeringStandard Drawings, and ConstructionDrawings attached by reference to theContract.

2.3.1.3.1 The construction supervisor shall ensurethat the requirements of the contract arefollowed.

2.3.1.3.2 The field representative's responsibilitiesmay include, but not be limited toassuring:

(b) Minimum clearances are maintainedbetween all electric conduits andother facilities.

(c) All conduits enter boxes andvaults at proper location andangle.

(d) All couplings are properlyinstalled.

(e) All conduits are proved, fished,and capped.

(a) Proper size and traffic rating isinstalled at each location.

(a) Proper size and orientation ateach location.

(d) Adequate clearances andmechanical protection.

(c) Minimum clearances are maintainedbetween CIC and other facilities.

(d) Proper bending radius ismaintained.

(e) CIC is sealed in enclosures andvaults.

(g) Proper enclosure, vault, and padentry.

(h) Adequate cable is left inenclosures or at pad forsplicing, cable racking, andequipment hookup.

(c) Minimum clearances are maintainedbetween direct buried cable andother facilities.

(f) Cable is not nicked, cut, orscraped.

(g) Proper box, enclosure, vault, andpad entry.

(h) Adequate cable is left in box orat panel for splicing and hookup.

(b) Cable is pulled in directionindicated on construction sketch.If direction is not indicated onsketch, cable should be fed intoduct at the end nearest to bends.

(d) Tension on cable does not exceedallowable limits.

(e) Cable is not nicked, cut orscraped.

(f) Proper bending radius ismaintained.

(g) Adequate cable is left inenclosure or at pad for cableracking, splicing and/orequipment makeup.

(h) Non-metallic pulling lines areused in nonmetallic ducts.

(b) Splices and terminations areinstalled per PGandE Standards.

(c) Cable is properly racked.

(d) Terminations can be properlyopera ted.

(b) Proper placement on pad or inenclosure.

(c) Proper equipment numbers areinstalled.

2.3.1.4.1 The field representative shall document onthe Daily Report Log the daily progress ofthe electric underground installation andinclude the following information by jobloca tion number:

A. Quanti.ty, size and number of ductsinstalled.

B. Size and rating of enclosures, vaultsand boxes.

D. Quantity, size, and number of CICprimary cables installed.

E. Quantity, size, type, and number ofdirect buried cables installed.

F. Quality, size, type and number ofcables pulled in conduits.

G. Number, size, and type of splices andtermina tions •

I. Any installation rejected and reasonfor rejec tion.

J. Any ins talla tion approved thatwaspreviously rejected and description ofcorrective action taken.

All work related to non-Company ins ta118tion ofoverhead lines and facilities.

2.3.2.2.1 Specification for Overhead FacilitiesInstalled by Applicant.

A. Engineering Standards, EngineeringStandard Drawings, and ConstructionDrawings attached to reference to thecontract.

2.3.2.3.1 The construction supervisor shall ensurethat the requirements of the contract arefollowed •.

2.3.2.3.2 The field representative'sresponsibilities may include, but not belimited to, assuring:

(c) Proper setting depth andcompaction around pole.

(e) Adequate marking (visibilitystrips, joint pole tag, highvoltage signs, etc.).

(a) Proper size, type, andinstallation.

(c) Proper clearances betweenconductors and guys.

2.3.2.4.1 The field representative shall document onthe Daily Report Log the daily progress ofthe electric overhead installation andinclude the following information by joblocation numbe r:

C. Quantity, size, type, and number ofconductors installed.

D. Number and size of transformersinstalled.

F. Any installation rejected and reasonfor rejec tion.

G. Any installation approved that·waspreviously rejected and description ofcorrective action taken.

All work related to non-Company Personnelqualification, production joining (heat fusion andmechanlca 1 me thods) and faci 11ty p1acemen t intrenches.

2.4.1.2.1 Specific Conditions for Main and ServiceInstallation Work.

A. Gas Standards and ConstructionDrawings attached by reference to theContract.

2.4.1.3.1 The construction supervisor shall verifythat the requirements of the contract areadhered to.

2.4.1.3.2 The field representative'sresponsibilities may include, but not belimited to, confirming that:

A. Each workman who will join plasticpipe has been tested and qualified inaccordance with Gas Standards 0-34.

B. Each fusion is marked wi th awater-proof crayon with a uniquenumber indicating the individual whoperformed the work. Marking me thodsthat llavea potential to damage thepipe shall not be used.

C. Each person who performs plasticfusion is qualified for the type andmethod of fusion used.

o. Upon the field representative'srejection of a production, theindividual who performed the work mustrequalify in accordance with GasStandard 0-34 before being allowed tomake further fusions.

E. Upon completion of this work or shouldthe fuser leave the job, hisqualification shall be voided.

2.4.1.3.3 The field representative shall document ona Daily Report Log the followinginforma tion:

A. Separate listings of the names andsocial security numbers of each personwho passed or failed the qualificationtest for plastic fusion. Copies ofCompany form 62-3235, "Plastic JointQual1fica tion Tes t Report" for eachindividual must be attached to DailyReport Log.

B. The type, size, and individualfuser(s) for each rejected plasticfusion made each day and the reasonsfor rejections.

2.4.1.4.1 The construction supervisor shall ensurethat the requirements of the contractabove are adhered to.

2.4.1.4.2 The field representative'sresponsibilities may include, but not belimi ted to, confirming that:

A. Minimum clearances are maintainedbetween the pipe and other facilities.

B. The pipe shall be as slack as possibleand no sections shall be in tension.

C. All fusions shall exhibitcharacteristics of "Typical GoodJoint'~ shown on the attachment toCompany Standard D-21 (page 12 of 12).

D. Tempera tures of the hea ting irons aremonitored with thermometers ortempera ture indica ting crayons. Thefield representative shall verify thetemperature in accordance withparagraph 3.3.5 of Company StandardD-21 prior to commence men t of the workand a t interval~ not exceeding oneweek.

E. The fusion faces of the heating ironsare clean and free of scratches,contaminations, or other defects.

F. Heating and cooling times aremonitored by watches with seconds handaccurately measure elapsed time.Estimating by counting (e.g., 1,000-1,1,000-2, ••• ) is ~ satisfactory.

G. Defective heating irons shall beremoved from the worksite.

H. Chamfering tools and cold rings are ingood working condition.

I. Only tools that are specificallydesigned for polyethylene pipe systemsare used in the fusion process.

J. All fusions are marked withidentifying numbers indicating whoperformed the work.

K. Stub services are installed withsufficient length to permit use ofsqueeze-off equipment by PGandE at alater date.

L. Only the specified plastic materialsare used.

M. The pipe is free of nicks, kinks,cuts, gouges, deep scratches,punctures and other imperfections.

N. Transition fittings are properlyinstalled.

o. The pipe segments are free from stressdue to line-up errors, lack ofcontinuous support or backfillplacement or compaction.

P. Work shall not be attempted whenweather conditions are unsatisfactoryand may impair the quality of thework.

Q. The open ends of pipe segments aresealed at the end of each day's work.

R. Installation of mechanica 1 couplingsare in accordance with themanufacturer's specifications 8Ssupplemented by the appropriateCompany specification and that (1) theproper internal stiffeners are usedand (2) the insertion depths aremeasured and marked on the pipe forreference.

2.4.1.4.3 The field representative shall document onthe Daily Report Log the daily progress ofthe pipe installation and include thefollowing information:

A. The length, size, and location of pipeand main appurtenances installed eachday.

8. The size and location of stub servicesinstalled each day.

C. The number, length, size, and locationof service extensions installed eachday.

D. The number, manufacturer's modelnumber, size, and location ofmechanical couplings installed eachday.

E. The number, size and type of fusionsmade each day.

F. The number and size of fusions to bedestructively tested and the resultsof those tests.

All work related to non-Company personnelqualification, production welding (arc oroxy-acetylene), and facility placement in trenches.

2.4.2.2.1 Specific Conditions for Main and ServiceInstallation Work.

A. Gas Standards and ConstructionDrawings attached by reference to theContract.

2.4.2.3.1 The construction supervisor shall verifythat the requirements of the contract areadhered to.

2.4.2.3.2 The field representative'sresponsibilities may include, but not belimited to, confirming that:

A. Each workman who will weld has beentested and qualified in accordancewith Gas Standards 0-30.

8. Each weld is marked with a waterproofcrayon with a unique number indicatingthe individual who performed the work.

C. Each person who performs welding isqualified for the type and method ofweld used.

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o. Upon the field representative'srejection of a production joint, theindividual who performed the work mustrequalify in accordance with GasStandard 0-30 before being allowed tomake further welds.

E. Upon completion of this work or shouldthe welder leave the job, hisqualification shall be voided.

2.4.2.3.3 The field representative shall document ona Daily Report Log the followinginforma tion:

A. Separate listings of the names andsocial security numbers of each personwho passed or failed the qualificationtest f~r welding. Copies of CompanyForm 61-4344 for arc or oxy-acetylenefor each individual must be attachedto Daily Report Log.

B. The type, size, and individualwelder(s) for each rejected weld madeeach day and the reasons forrejec tions •

2.4.2.4.1 The construction supervisor shall verifythat the requirements of the contract areadhered to.

2.4.2.4.2 The field representative'sresponsibilities may include, but not belimited to, confirming that:

A. Minimum clearances are retainedbetween the pipe and other facilities.

B. All welds shall exhibitcharacteristics of acceptable weldsshown on the references to CompanyStandard 0-40 and visual weldinginspection guidelines.

C. Beveling tools are in good workingcondition.

O. All welds are marked with identifyingnumbers indicating who performed thework.

F. The pipe is free of nicks, kinks,cuts, gouges, deep scratches,punctures and other imperfections.

G. Transition fittings are properlyinstalled.

H. The pipe segments are free from stressdue to line-up errors, lack ofcontinuous support or backfillplacement or compaction.

I. Work shall not be attempted whenweather conditions are unsatisfactoryand may impair the quality of thework.

J. All segments are properly coated inaccordance with PGandE standards andare free of damages, nicks, wrinkles,or holidays.

K. The open ends of pipe segments aresealed at the end of each day's work.

2.4.2.4.3 The field representative shall document onthe Daily Report Log the daily progress ofthe pipe installation and include thefollowing information:

A. The length, size, and location of pipeand main appurtenances installed eachday.

B. The number, length, size, and locationof service extensions installed eachday.

c. The number, size, and type of weldsmade each day.

D. The number and size of welds to bedestructively tested and the resultsof those tests.

2.4.3 System Testing

2.4.3.1 Activity Description

All work required for the installation and removal oftemporary test heads, pressurizing with air andtesting of the completed gas distribution systems.

2.4.3.2.1 Company Gas Standards A-34, H13,13.1-13.4.

2.4.3.2.2 Specific Condition for Gas Main andService Installation.

2.4.3.3.1 Prior to testing, the field representativeshall review the testing sequence proposedby the Contractor. This review shallconsist of at least:

A. An attempt to maximize the section tobe tested and to minimize the numberof separate tests.

B. Review of calibration data of thetesting instrumen tation.

C. Reca11bra tion of the testinginstrumentation if required.

D. Assessment of compression equipment toassure adequacy.

E. Assurance that sufficient lengths oftested pipe will be available at thetie-in points.

F. Review of the ma teria18 needed for thepiping connections and test heads.

The field representative shall ensure thatline pressuring is performed in accordancewith Company Standard A-34. Thisresponsibility may include, but not be11mited to, ensuring that:

A. Blind flanges, bull plugs, ortemporary test heads are installed onall connections not to be used forpressuring.

B. All manifolds and all connections arechecked for leaks prior to thecommencement of pressuring.

C. After the test pressure is reached,the inlet valve is closed to seal thesection, and the injection line isvented. Confirm that all valves,flanges and connections on the testsection have no visible leaks, andthatall testins trumen ts areoperating properly.

D. All leaks must be repaired and asatisfactory test obtained before thesystem is acceptable.

E. All test pressure documents show thedate and time completed, descriptionof the test section, fieldrepresentative's name and Contractor'sname. construction supervisor toverify that all completed documentsbear the signatures of the fieldrepresentative and Contractor'sRepresentative.

F. The tempera ture of thermoplas tic pipemust be less than 1000F during thetest and that significant weather datais included on the FieldRepresentative's report.

G. During subfreezing temperatures, alltest gauge lines and connections aresuitably protected to prevent freezingand resulting in false readings.

Subsequent to testing, the fieldrepresentative shall monitor the testpressure until such time PGandE's crewarrives to tie-in and purge the newextension. The field representative'sauthorization is required prior todepressurization.

A. Should the system faU to maintainpressure during the period after thetest, damage to sys tem mus t besuspected. Retesting the system isthen necessary to confirm the systemintegri ty.

The field representative shall document on the DailyReport Log a brief description of the testing and thefollowing information:

2.4.3.4.1 A specific description of the segment(s)tested.

2.4.3.4.2 Calibration data or dates for the testingins trumen tation.

2.4.3.4.3 Results of testing, duration, and testpressure.

2.4.3.4.4 Any difficulties in achieving testpressure.

2.4.3.4.6 The results of any examination to discoverleaks.

2.4.3.4.7 A detailed account of any failureincluding:

D. If due to faulty workmanship, thepersonnel responsible and thesuspected reasons.

E. If due to material failure, allinforma tion regarding the ma teria 1:code numbers, manufacturer, serialnumbers, supplier, date ofmanufacture, etc.

All work related to the supply, unloading, storing, andhauling to the installation site any Contractor furnishedmaterial and material furnished by PGandE.

2.5.2.3 Specific Conditions for Gas Main and ServiceInstalla tion.

2.5.2.4 Specifications for Overhead Facilities Installed byApplicant.

2.5.2.5 Specifications for Underground Facilities Installedby Applicant.

2.5.2.6 PGandE furnished Material, Appendix A to SpecificConditions for Materials.

2.5.2.7 PGandE approved Suppliers of Material by VendorNumbers for:

2.5.2.8 PGandE approved Suppliers of Material by MaterialCode Numbers for:

2.5.3.1 The construction supervisor shall review theSpecifications for the material received for gas andelectric facilities to ensure that the materialrequirements of the contract are adhered to.

2.5.3.2.1 For applicable contractor furnishedmaterial, the field representative shallreceive from the Contractor documentsprepared by all ma teria 1 vendors that

certify that the furnished materialcomplies with the applicable CompanySpecification(s) and Specific Conditionsof the Contract for Material.

2.5.3.2.2 The field representative shall verify thatany polyethylene pipe furnished for thework is new (by examination of the datestamps coded on the pipe by themanufac turer) and that no de teriora tiondue to weathering has occurred.Deterioration may be due to improperstorage procedures by the manufacturerand/or material vendor. In addition, anypolyethylene pipe more than two (2) yearsold must be rejected.

2.5.3.2.3 The field representative shall observe thesecuring devices used to minimize damageto polyethylene pipe while in transit.Chains shall not be used and supplies orother equipment shall not be placed on topof the pipe.

2.5.3.2.4 The field representative shall observe theunloading of polyethylene pipe to assurethat no damage occurs due to improperhandling. Cables or hooks shall only beused when the silo or bulk packs havespecific provisions for lifting that donot damage the pipe. Pipe shall be liftedfrom the truck to the ground, it shall notbe dropped.

2.5.3.2.5 The field representative shall provide theContractor a written itemized receipt ofall material furnished by PGandE as partof the work. The Contractor shall signthe receipt to indicate acceptance ofmaterial.

2.5.3.3.1 Storage areas should be designa ted by theContractor and access to the areas shouldbe limited to prevent damage to materials.Some ma terials may require protectedstorage to prevent deterioration fromsunlight and wea thering.

2.5.3.3.2 Polyethlene pipe shall be stored so as toprevent the possibility of the materialbeing damaged by crushing, gouging orpiercing.

The height to which polyethylene pipe maybe stacked depends on factors such assize, wall thickness, and ambienttempera ture. At no time should the heightof the stack cause the pipe to be forcedout of round. Silo packs as received fromthe manufacturer is the maximum height towhich the plastic may be stacked.

Care must be taken at all times to protectpolyethylene pipe from fire, excessiveheat, harmful chemicals or mechanicaldamage.

2.5.3.4.1 Backfill and padding materials shall be inaccordance with the requirements detailedin the Specific Conditions for Trenchingand Backfi 11.

2.5.3.4.2 All material to be permanently installedmust be reviewed to assure any damage thatmay have occurred will not affect theoperation of the distribution system.Polyethylene pipe shall be carefullyobserved for kinks, cuts, gouges, deepscratches, punctures, wall thicknessthinning and other imperfections aftereach of the handling operations.Imperfections deeper than 10 percent ofthe pipe wall, defective or damaged pipemust be rejected.

2.5.3.4.3 The stringing of coils of plastic pipe maybe accomplished by hand or from a reel.Coils should not be rolled over sharpobjects or the pipe pulled over roughsurfaces. The pipe should be protectedfrom rocks or other abrasive materialduring this operation.

A. Coiled polyethylene pipe is confinedwith straps at intervals within thecoils. As the pipe is uncoiled, onlythe outside straps should be cut.Precautions should be taken to avoidkinking the pipe. The pipe should notbe uncoiled faster than the straps canbe cut.

2.5.3.4.4 Field representative shall conduct randomaudi ts of the ma terial to verifyspecification conformance. Forpolyethylene pipe, this includesmeasurements to confirm outside diameterand wall thickness.

2.5.3.5.1 Upon rejection of any material for anycause, the construction supervisor shall:

A. Identify the damaged areas with anindelible marker so that correctivemeasures can be taken at a later date.

B. Mark the item so that identificationcan be easily noted that an item orsectiQn of an item is rejected.

C. Notify the Contractor and assure thatthe rejected material is removed fromthe job site or stored in adistinctive location where it cannotbe inadvertently used.

2.5.4.1 The field representative shall document the materialreviewed and record the results of the review in theDaily Report Log.

2.5.4.2 The field representative shall document any materialrejections with the following information:

2.5.4.2.2 Code, model, and/or serial numbers of therejected item.

2.5.4.2.3 Identification markings used to noterejection.

2.5.4.2.5 Probable cause (manufacturer defect,improper handling, etc.).

2.5.4.2.6 The time and the name of the ConstructionSupervisor that authorized the rejectionof the material.