k - electrical

© Monash University K - Electrical MDCS V9│ 1

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General Design Principles K01 Point of supply approval is required by BPD-Planning. The Design Engineer is to coordinate all increases in demand above the current supply agreement with the relevant Power Authority.

Metering General K02.01.01

Meters are to be provided throughout each electrical installation to provide real time and historic monitoring the energy associated with the campus. Meters shall be located within switchboards to monitor the following:- The incomming supply to each Main Switchboard- The power exported from each Alternative Supply (Generators, PV Systems, Batteries, Cogeneration, etc)- Mechanical Plant- Artificial Lighting- Appliance Power- Central Hot Water System- Internal Transport Devices- Other Ancillary Plant- Individual Tenancies

Metering Meter Requirements K 02.02.01 Meters type selected must comply with schedule contained in Section K: Appendix - Electrical - Item K2

Metering Meter Requirements Tenancy K 02.02.02

All tenancies are to be sub-metered by a current NMI-Pattern Approved Meter. The sub-meters are to be mounted onto a metering panel and located in Monash accessible space (Plantrooms, Riser Cupboards, etc). All sub-meters are to be compatible with the University Energy and Power Monitor System (EPMS) and Building Automation System (BAS). Refer to Section K: Appendix - Electrical - Item K2.

Metering Meter Networking K 02.03.01

All metering must be networked to the University’s EPMS & BAS (see Section K: Appendix - Electrical - Item K1):- Meters must communicate (via Schneider Com'X 210 or equivalent Network Gateway) with the existing University EPMS via the Ethernet high-speed backbone network.- Meters must communicate (via an appropriate BTL listed controller router) with existing University BAS systems via Modbus. The controller router must utilise the University’s ethernet network.- Must have the flexibility to be updated on any of the university’s BAS systems (Andover, Alerton, Tridium), using a university appointed BAS service contractor.- All meters must be able to communicate via High Level Modbus or directly over Ethernet. - Metering Networks must be connected to the BAS via a dedicated controller router, and must not be shared with other building controls such as HVAC or Security.- Device names and metering values named using the Monash University standard naming convention (Campus, Building Number/Name/Address, Location/Plant, Point/Device name). All BACnet points must follow the University’s BAS naming conventions as described in the University BAS standards.- Meter shall also be networked to other University’s network e.g. Microgrid, Solar system etc.

Refer to the MCDS - Q - Building Automation System for further networking requirements

Metering Meter Networking K 02.03.02 Following installation all meters must be empirically calibrated and all relevant measurements including CT ratios, kWh/pulse and meter programs forwarded to the university BAS administrator.

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Metering Documentation K 02.04Single Line Diagrams of the installed metering network must be generated and forwarded to the University BAS Administrator. All relevant measurements and calibration data (Section K 03.03.01) must be present of the Single Line Diagram and documented within the Manuals.

High Voltage High Voltage Cable K 03.01

High voltage cabling must be:- 3 core copper XLPE insulated cable rated to the appropriate voltage. - designed with 30% spare capacity for future load growth- High voltage rings must be able to support the entire ring load in either direction.- Minimum of 2 x 150 mm (1 used, 1 spare) and 50 mm (comms/SCADA) conduits per underground run.

High Voltage High Voltage Cable Testing K 03.02.01

For HV Cable as a minimum the following tests must be carried out at commissioning:- Continuity and phase sequence - to prove all conductors are continuous throughout length of cable and to check phase identification.- Sheath Integrity – to check for damage to outer sheaths- Insulation resistance – to check insulation resistance and pick up major problems with cable. - HV VLF or HV DC - to detect manufacturing, installation or workmanship defects in the cable.

High Voltage Ring Main Units K 03.03

HV switchgear is to comply with AS2067, AS2650 & AS62271. HV switchgear has been standardised to the Schneider RM6 complete with Sepam protection relays. Ring Main Units must be of modular design complete with:- Internal Arc Protection (Minimum AF classification),- Cable routes via Bottom Entry and Bottom Exit, - Live High Voltage parts to be have minimum IP rating of IP67,- Fitted with DC control circuits,- Minimum of 2 off motorised cable isolators and 2 off transformer feeder circuit breakers.- Cable isolators to be minimum rating of 630A,- Circuit breakers to be minimum rating of 200A,- Transformer feeder circuit breakers to have motor operated, fast acting, stored energy operating mechanisms powered by the substation DC auxiliary supply system and to be controllable by the local control panel and SCADA system,- Cable isolator switches to have motor operated, fast acting, stored energy operating mechanisms powered by the substation DC auxiliary supply system and to be controllable by the local control panel and SCADA system,- Position indicators for each circuit breaker and cable isolator switch,- Earth switches provided for all feeders, located on the cable side of functional device,- Voltage Presence Indicating System (VPIS) for each circuit breaker and cable isolator switch,- Functional key interlocks to prevent closing of live equipment to earth and opening of the dry type transformer enclosure while equipment is live.- Protection relays and CTs for each circuit breaker- SEPAM protection relays- Extensible at least at one end.- Surge arrestors provided for each cable feeder panel.- The nameplate must provide the Purchaser's name, Order number, manufacturer’s name, Item tag number, Year of manufacturer, Rating information such as voltage, current, frequency, short circuit, insulation level, impulse level, IP rating etc. - Identification labels must be attached to each removable cover/door of the switchboard to identify an internal CT turns ratio, class and rating.


High Voltage High Voltage Transformers K 03.04

High Voltage Transformers must be:- Cast resin dry type with copper windings.- Oil type when installed externally. - Transformers must be naturally cooled (AN – Air Natural) and able to perform continuously without assisted means in the design enclosure. - Minimum of 11 taps +10% to 5% (in 2.5% increments)- Suitably sized generally 2 MVA to supply the maximum demands of the loads with an allowance for 30% spare capacity (unless otherwise instructed).- Must have the capability (above the spare capacity) to deliver power at 20% overload for a period of two (2) hours in each twenty-four (24) hour period.- Alarms to be connected to the SCADA were available or the BAS system.- Surge arrestors must be provided at the HV terminals for each transformer feeder cable.- Enclosure key interlocked with the HV switch to prevent access while equipment is live.- Comply with AS2067, AS2374 & AS3953

High Voltage High Voltage Transformers Testing K 03.05

Transformers must be tested and commissioned in accordance with all relevant Australian Standards including:- Insulation resistance testing- Alarm (temperature, fan, etc.) and interface system testing- DGA, acidity, water content, dielectric strength and resistivity testing of oil for oil transformers.- Secondary protection system and trips- Mechanism functional tests including any remote tripping

High Voltage High Voltage Battery Banks K 03.06.01

The substation DC supply system shall provide the DC supply requirements for:- Protection Circuits,- Control Circuits,- Switchgear trip and closed circuits and motors,- Indications and alarms,- SCADA system and RTU,- Other applications as required.

High Voltage High Voltage Battery Banks K 03.06.02

Substation DC supply systems must:- Be enclosed in a steel cabinet of adequate design for the intended purpose including access to batteries for maintenance.- Have valve regulated, sealed lead-acid recombination cell type battery banks with a minimum design life of 10 years.- Be rated to supply the full substation DC load allowing for additional 50% future load for a 24 hour period with battery charger out of service.- Allow for one operation of every switch and circuit breaker supplied within the 24 hour period with the battery charger out of service.- Lifting handles provided for components in excess of 5 kg.

High Voltage As Installed Documentation K 03.07 The HV system single line diagram is to be updated and copies mounted in each substation.


High Voltage SCADA System General K 04

The HV SCADA system applies to Monash owned high voltage infrastructure on the Clayton campus only. The HV SCADA control and monitoring system must:- Provide unmanned operation and control of the high voltage system- Support distributed processing architecture, be modular and suitable for future modular expansion (open architecture type with propensity of addition of new boards),- Be programmable and use an industry standard real time multitasking operating system,- Be capable of being used as a stand-alone system for the substation equipment, - Monitor and control, and at the same time integrate with the existing SCADA Master System on site,- Support PC (laptop) interface to the Remote Terminal Unit (RTU) for configuration and diagnostic and local Human Machine Interface (HMI) functions emulation,- Capable of monitoring, supervision and control of substation switchgear and ancillaries, while ensuring a minimum number of hardwired cable signals from the field to the RTU,- Capable of protection relay setting download and modification, - Capable of alarm handling, reporting and recording and downloading of alarm and disturbance records,- Notification of alarms via BAS- Fans or electro-mechanical cooling devices must not be used in the RTUs,- Measure, record, store and retrieval of demand data for transformers and cables. - Secure interface with the BAS/BMS system for the transmission of alarms, equipment status and load data.- BAS/BMS must be configured to provide an alert to maintenance staff of critical alarms.

High Voltage SCADA System Architecture K 04.01

The architecture of the SCADA system must consist of:- Server PC and HMI PC located in the main intake substation,- SCADA system network cable reticulated to each substation,- Local intelligent electrical devices IED/RTUs located in each substation,- Local control panels in each substation.

High Voltage SCADA System SCADA Backbone Cable K 04.02 The SCADA backbone cabling must be a single mode 8 core fibre terminated into the fibre optic patch frame in each

substation.

High Voltage SCADA System Substations K 04.03.01

A suitably sized and IP rated SCADA communications rack must be provided in each substation to house the:- Fibre optic patch frame which is connected to the backbone cable,- 12 port Ethernet switch,- Substation RTU & IEDs,- Space for future active equipment for other monitoring or controlled services (such as BMS, Security, Fire Services Monitoring and the like).

High Voltage SCADA System Substations K 04.03.02 RTUs must act as a gateway for all substation signals (including from the IED’s within the substation) and also present all

these signals on screens and alarm and event lists at the Intake Substation HMI.

High Voltage SCADA System Substations K 04.03.03 All data is to be processed where it is generated. The substation RTUs/IEDs are to be fully capable of receiving and

processing signals, performing the required tasks and relaying the information through the network to the SCADA server.

High Voltage SCADA System Substations K 04.03.04 All RTUs/IEDs devices must conduct their protection, control and measurement functions in a real time environment and

must be capable of communicating with the existing SCADA system at the HV intake Substation.

High Voltage SCADA System Substations K 04.03.05 RTUs/IEDs must be capable of being taken out of service without disrupting other RTUs/IEDs and the overall system.

High Voltage SCADA System Substations K 04.03.06 All signals and alarms from the HV equipment must be hard wired to the substation RTU and connected to the HV intake

substation SCADA system via the SCADA system network.

High Voltage SCADA System Substations K 04.03.07

The signals and alarms for substation ancillary services such as AC and DC supply systems, room pressurising systems, fire systems etc. must also be hard wired to the substation RTU and connected to the HV intake substation SCADA system via the SCADA network.


High Voltage SCADA System Local Control Panel K 04.04

An be adequately ventilated IP51 rated local control and monitoring panel must be installed in each substation;- To enable the operator to control all RMU switchgear within the substation and - Allow signals to be used for remote monitoring and operation via the campus SCADA system.- Local/ Remote switch or circuit breaker Open/ Close functions, - Switch or circuit breaker open green indicator light- Switch or circuit breaker closed red indicator light- Earth switch closed white indicator light- Transformer high temperature yellow indicating light- Indicating lights, pushbuttons, control switches, relays and indicating equipment appropriately labelled.

High Voltage SCADA System Testing & Commissioning K 04.05 The SCADA system is to be full function tested with all points, alarms, data, interfaces, controls etc. tested.

Switchboards Main Switchboards K 05.01

A single Main Switchboard is to be provided for the primary control and protection of each electrical installation. Main Switchboards are to be located within dedicated Main Switchrooms or Externally. The Main Switchroom and Switchboards are to be arranged to allow for ease of inspection, future expansion, operation, testing, maintenance and repair.

Main switchboards must be constructed by an experienced manufacturer and the construction must be: - Rated to 100% of the Substation / Transformer rating.- Designed to a withstanding fault level greater than that of the incoming supply. - IP43 protection for internally installed switchboards and IP54 or above to suit conditions for external switchboards. - Designed in accordance with the Manufacturer’s type test certificates. Type test certificates are to be provided to include a minimum of the temperature-rise limits, the short-current withstand strength, the degree of protection and internal separation.- >800A rating – front connected, form-3b Annex ZD unless otherwise approved by BPD planning.- Provided with 25% spare space on each busbar section for future expansion.- All Busbars are to be fully insulated and coloured as follows;Active Busbars – Red, White, BlueNeutral Busbars – BlackEarth Busbars – Green and Yellow - Controls segregated in own compartment. - Allow for easy future extension of busbars without drilling or cutting. - Cubicles designed for ease of access both for initial installation, wiring and testing and for maintenance, removal and replacement of equipment and wiring during the life of the installation.


Switchboards Distribution Switchboards K 05.03.01Distribution Switchboards are to be provided throughout each building for connection of all lighting, power, equipment and other general LV power supplies. Distribution switchboards must be located in circulation spaces, corridors and foyers in a secure dedicated cupboard / room, dry and free of dust with connection to an accessible vertical riser.

Switchboards Distribution Switchboards K 05.03.02 Switchboard board cupboard doors are to be labelled ‘Switchboard’.

Switchboards Distribution Switchboards K 05.03.03 Access panels are to be provided in the ceiling near switchboards to provide ease of access for future cabling into the switchboard.

- Divided into a logical layout for quick recognition of functional groups. - Mild steel construction unless other materials, e.g. stainless steel are required. Panels must be furniture grade sheet. Thickness must be adequate to prevent distortion and to withstand the effect of faults. - External/Weatherproof switchboards must be marine-grade corrosion-resistant aluminium or 3CR12 corrosion-resisting steel construction and fitted with a sloped roof extending over the door. Gutters must be formed around door openings. - Rear access to cubicles must be provided by doors or removable panels. - Doors are to be hung on heavy duty lift off hinges with stainless steel pins. Each door to be fitted with a recessed or flush type lever handle. A vertical locking bar system with guides for top and bottom fastenings is to be provided on all doors greater than 1000mm in height. Minimum three point locking system for doors above 800mm in height. - All door hardware to contain cylinder locks keyed to CL-001 keys. Provide two keys per lock. - Escutcheon plates and panels are to be hinged and removable with chromium plated 'D' lifting handles to assist in lifting off hinges. - Removable panels must be supplied with suitable lifting handles and captive knurl-headed fixing screws. - Heaters with thermostatic control must be mounted in the bottom of cubicles to prevent condensation in adverse environments and where exposed to weather.- Provide ventilation louvres with internal brass mesh screens to prevent entry of insects.- Cubicles are to be painted white internally and BS 381C, 694 Dove Grey gloss finish or alternative A.S.K.185-1968 externally. All steel work must be thoroughly degreased and surface smoothed, treated with rust proofing primer and undercoat and finished with two coats of semi-gloss acrylic lacquer or equal. - Custom colours maybe considered where the switchboard is installed outside or in an open area to fit in with the surrounding aesthetics. Custom colours will require prior approval from the Facilities and Services, Planning. - Where combination fuse switches (CFS) are used, three spare cartridges of each type and rating are to be provided. Ensure units are capable of clearly displaying on/off mode and interlocked safely with the switchboard door.- Current transformers must be able to be removed easily.- Surge protection is to be provided in accordance with AS1768.

Switchboards Main Switchboards Construction K 05.02


Switchboards Distribution Switchboards Construction K 05.03.05

The following distribution board manufacturer's are to be used and be consistent with the existing distribution boards within the building:- Heinemann/Heinelec- NHP/Terasaki- Schneider/Merlin Gerin- Eaton/Cutler Hammer

Switchboards Space Requirements K 05.04

The following spaces are to be provided with dedicated Distribution Switchboards:- Retail Tenancies- Laboratories that require emergency shutdown facilities- Communications Rooms- External Lighting & Power

Switchboards Distribution Switchboards Construction K 05.03.04

Distribution switchboards must be: - Proprietary constructed- Sized to initial load plus 25%, minimum 250A - Busbars type tested to a minimum fault level of 20kA for 0.2 sec, or to suit the maximum prospective fault current of the network at point of Switchboard connection (whichever is greater).- IP42 protection for internally installed switchboards and IP54 or above to suit conditions for external switchboards. - Partially Type Tested Assemblies- Provide 10% spare circuit breakers and 15% spare circuit breaker ways - Have a main isolating switch - Minimum form 1 segregation with shrouded incoming terminals. - Minimum 10kA fault level on final sub-circuit breakers. - Use of current limiters to be minimumised. - Constructed from sheet steel of adequate thickness to prevent distortion and to withstand the effect of faults. - External/ Weatherproof switchboards must be marine-grade corrosion-resistant aluminium or 3CR12 corrosion-resisting steel construction and fitted with a sloped roof extending over the door. Gutters must be formed around door openings. - Lift off pintle hinge doors with flush type lever handles keyed to CL-001 keys. - Doors greater than 800mm high are to have three point locking. - Gland plates for top and bottom entry - Ventilation (where required) by means of louvered vents backed with fine bronze wire mesh. - Fitted with hinged and removable escutcheon. - Flush fronted equipment with only toggles, handles, indicators, dials and like equipment for operational use protruding through the front panel - Free standing cubicle type assemblies must have adjacent cubicles bolted together to provide a rigid structure. - Sheet metal segregation barriers enabling arc fault containment between adjacent compartments or cubicles where required to suit the form of construction. - Explosion vents at the top of each segregated compartment. - Busbars sized for a maximum temperature rise of 50oC above an ambient of 40oC.- Heaters with thermostatic control must be mounted in the bottom of cubicles to prevent condensation in adverse environments and where exposed to weather.- Powder coated to BS 381C, 694 Dove Grey gloss finish or alternative A.S.K.185-1968 externally and while gloss internally.- Comply with AS3439.


Switchboards Switchgear K 05.05

Switchgear must be:- Coordinated with the siwtchboard manufacturer to ensure that the selection of switchgear will operate correctly within the ambient temperature of the enclosure.- Mounted such that the 'ON/OFF' and current rating indications are clearly visible with the cover or escutcheon closed.- Air circuit breakers ≥1600A - Moulded case breakers >100A & <1600A.- Miniature breakers ≤100A- Selected to achieve discrimination for the required prospective fault levels. Cascading protection is not to be used.- Same manufacturer throughout an installation- Selected from the following approved manufacturers; Eaton / Cutler-Hammer, Schneider, NHP / Terasaki or Heinemann/Heinelec

Switchboards Switchgear - Residual Current Devices (RCD's) K 05.06

Residual Current Devices (RCD's) must: - Be mounted within switchboards only- Be integrated with a miniture circuit breaker with overcurrent and short circuit protection- Be arranged so that the test button is accessible without the need to remove covers

All final subcircuits are to be provided with RCD protection. In cases where RCD protection cannot be installed due to nuscience tripping, or where disconnection by RCD would cause a danger greater than the earth leakage current - exemptions may be granted in accodance with AS3000. All exemptions are to be requested in writing to BPD Planning.

Switchboards As Installed Documentation K 05.07.01

LV schematic diagrams must be generated for the complete installation including switchboards, switchgear, protection settings, etc. Each Switchgear and control gear assembly circuit is to be provided with schedules to indicate the electrical service characteristics, controls and communications, and the discrimination settings. Provide the complete discrimination protection study within the Manuals.


Switchboard manufacturer’s drawings or updates of the existing must include:- manufacturer's name and type of any standard equipment,- general arrangement of equipment,- full details of cabinet construction and dimensions,- busbar dimensions and ratings,- wiring diagrams and schematics of instrument protection and control circuits,- front, side and top elevations


For all switchboards, provide the following As-Installed information on printed A4 cards within (or in close proximity to) the switchboard;- Sub Main designation, protections settings and cable size- Sub-Circuit designation, protection settings, cable sizes and a description of the area / equipment being fed from this circuit.

A new typed circuit schedule is required for each distribution board regardless of the quantity of circuits modified.

Low Voltage Distribution Design Principles K 06.01

Cable voltage drop must not exceed 5% and follow the below profile incorporating for spare capacity: - Building Mains – 1%- Sub mains – 1.5%- Final Sub circuit – 2.5%Where significant modifications are required to existing electrical infrastructure to achieve the above criteria, the voltage drop allowance on the final sub circuit is not to be less than 2.0%.


Low Voltage Distribution Mains / Sub-Mains K 06.02.01

All mains and sub mains must: - be installed over routes which have been fully co-ordinated with other services,- be identified at each end by approved labels fixed to cable sheaths or conduit and identify the cable size, type and purpose. End labels are to be installed just prior to the cable entering the switchboard. Labels are to be durable and securely fitted.- be sized for to the maximum demand plus required spare capacity (30% or full rating of the transformer - which ever is greater for the mains, 25% submains). - fire rated where required.- have a full size neutral.

Low Voltage Distribution Mains / Sub-Mains K 06.02.02

Cables are to be of continuous single length. Where it is necessary to divert or extend existing sub mains, all joints must be: - Approved by the Buildings and Property Division, Planning- Use a proprietary joining system,- In an approved accessible locations to enable access for thermo scanning- Within an accessible pit for any underground cable joints for thermal scanning under load - Clearly labelled to identify origin of sub mains, i.e., switchboard and circuit details together with cable size and type- Be segregated from gaseous piping systems, especially medical gases, by a minimum of 50 mm in conformance with AS 2896.

Low Voltage Distribution Final Sub Circuit Cabling K 06.03

Final sub circuit must:- Use multi-stranded copper cabling.- Have a minimum conductor size of 2.5mm2 for all general Lighting and Power Circuits.- Be sized to accomodate the appropriate rating of all permanently connected equipment and multiphase switched socket outlets installed, provided with a dedicated circuit.- Be terminated onto an isolation switch adjaced to any direct connected equipment.- Connect only a single 15A GPO per 20A MCB.

Power- Have a maximum of five (5) double 10A GPO’s are to be connected to any circuit.- Have a maximum of 10 outlets (5 doubles) connected to a 20A MCB in an air conditioned space- Have a maximum of 6 outlets (3 doubles) connected to a 20A MCB in a non-air conditioned space- Have a maximum of 4 outlets (2 doubles) connected to a 20A MCB in kitchens, serveries and tea rooms.

Lighting- 12 outlets, 1,500VA maximum, 10A MCB - 18 outlets, 2,500VA maximum, 16A MCB - 24 outlets, 3,000VA maximum, 20A MCB

Cable Supports General K 07All mains, submains and subcircuit cabling is to be provided with adequate cable support systems including conduits, cable pits, cable trays/ladders and catenary wires. Maintain separation of all services on shared cable support services in accordance with AS3000.


Cable Supports In-Ground Works K 07.01.01

Underground cables are to be: - Excavation in sealed surfaces must first be saw cut a minimum of 100mm wider than the trench. - Have draw wires installed in all conduits- Backfill only after the inspection of the installed conduit. - Surface reinstatement to match existing and surrounding surfaces.- Installation of cables into conduits after conduits are installed and backfilling completed.- Provided with cable pits at a maximum of 30 m intervals and at all changes in direction.- Cables required to be winched or drawn in for direct burial shall be installed by the use of cable stockings, cable rollers and cable drum supports to minimise abrasion. - Pulling stress on the cables is to be no greater than 80% of that recommended by the manufacturer. - Maintain separation from other services running parallel and crossing electrical services as nominated by the relevant standard. Where services cross, electrical are to be the top most service in coordination with other services.- All major conduit routes are to be provided with additional 100% spare capacity by the means of an additional spare conduit. All spare routes are to originate/terminate within cable pit or building entry point. Coordinate with BPD Planning during design for required locations.

Cable Supports In-Ground Works K 07.01.02 Drill neat fitting holes in pits for conduit/pipe entries and 4 x 50 mm holes in the bottom of the pits for the drainage purposes.

Cable Supports In-Ground Works K 07.01.03

Cable pits shall be:- prefabricated units manufactured from fibrous cement. In trafficable areas pits must be of precast concrete or cast in situ concrete construction with Gatic l covers or equal to suit traffic loading in accordance with AS 3996.- Fix a 150 x 150 x 1.6 mm brass plate to the cable pit cover. - Suitably engrave the plate according to the service cables within the pit, e.g., power, security lighting, telephone, public address, computer, miscellaneous services and the like.- Pits must be sized to suit the bending radius of the cable. In particular solid pits used for straight through drawing of cables must have a minimum length equivalent to four times the minimum-bending radius of the cable.


Cable Supports Conduit K 07.02

Conduit must adhere to the following conditions:- Must reduce the use of PVC materials. Use concrete HDPE, galvanised steel or aluminium as alternatives.- ‘Unless otherwise approved by the Monash University Project Manager, Coordinator, no conduit, pipes or conduit fittings must be visible on any wall, floor or ceiling surface. Contractors and consultants must investigate all options for cable reticulation to ensure that the aesthetics, appearance and architecture of the buildings and campus aren't negatively impacted’. - Conduit or piping must be installed so that wiring may be drawn in and out at any future time without damage to the building or disruption of the conduit continuity.- Conduit, deep drawn-in boxes, and couplings only must be cast in concrete. Conduit tees and elbows are not be used.- Corrugated type PVC conduit is not to be used unless specifically required to maintain flexibility at final connections to equipment or as otherwise approved in writing by the Facilities and Services Asset Planning.- Flexible PVC or metallic conduit must only be used to enclose final connections to permanently connected equipment, equipment that vibrates, or to equipment that must be moved for inspection purposes.- Where subject to mechanical damage, exposure to weather or damp conditions, or to ambient or contact temperatures exceeding 60°C, conduit must be galvanized screwed steel.- Conduits must be installed in a manner which will not necessitate penetration or permit the entry or moisture to any portion of the building.- Designed to permit ease of draw through of cables.- Avoid compromising damp proofing of structure.- When conditions could compromise integrity of conduit and cabling, use galvanised screwed steel.

Cable Supports Cable Ladders & Trays K 07.03

Cable trays & ladders must:- Be sized with at least 50% spare capacity for future additions.- Be of corrosion resistant finish, pressed and folded zincalume finish or galvanised sheet steel. The design must comprise a ventilated rib with side rail and folded edges. Standard perforated cable trays are only acceptable for switchboard work.- Use cable trays where supports are closely spaced to support smaller cables and cable ladders where supports are more widely spaced to support groups of larger cables- Install cable ladder and trays in accordance with manufacturer's providing substantial supports comprising plain or angle mounting brackets of galvanised steel, Unistrut or similar, fixed to walls or floors or suspended from structure where applicable.- The support system is to be positioned to give adequate access for inspecting, replacing, or adding cables.- Cables are to be installed neatly, generally to one side to allow as much free space as possible for future cabling.- Provide removable covers consisting of folded zincanneal finish sheet steel where ladders and trays are exposed in public areas.

Cable Supports Cable Support Fixings K 07.04.01

All fixings adopted must be- An approved type and pattern. - Form neatly all fixings holes in concrete or brickwork to a depth equal to the length of plug to be used, excluding plaster or other soft cladding finish. Fixings must not be into joints between brick or block work. Size all load bearing fixings of appropriate size for the anticipated load plus a 50% safety factor. All fixings must be corrosion resistant to suit their installed location and must be the same or of more noble material, in order that they will not corrode.


Fixing and support materials must be as a minimum: - electro galvanised where used indoors and not exposed to weather or corrosive atmospheres- hot dip galvanised or stainless steel where used in locations exposed to weather- stainless steel where used in locations exposed to corrosive atmospheres.



All supports must: - have threaded rod hangers,- have galvanised steel brackets,- be approved and suitable for the intended purpose.


All nuts and bolts must: - have heads which are hexagonal in shape,- be provided with suitable washers,- have metric threads,- be of length that when tightened to correct tension, will show at least one full thread

Cable Supports Skirting Ducts K 07.05

Skirting ducts must:- incorporate separate compartments for power and data cables minimum 3 compartments;- an extruded aluminium body;- a drop in rust proof steel lid;- powder coated or clear anodised finish protecting exposed surfaces;- internal isolation shrouds for power outlets;- Use Moduline 3 compartment T series 50/150 or approved equal.

Cable Supports Floor Boxes K 07.06

Floor boxes must be:- flush mounted install only with recessed inlay lid to allow matching of floor finish.- rated at a minimum of 150kg for indoor use and appropriately rated for external.- sized to suit the number of connections required for all trades with multiple cable entry points.- easy and straightforward lid operation.- lid designed to prevent damage to exiting cables and injury to fingers.

Cable Supports Electromagnetic Interference K 07.07

The university has facilities that a sensitive to electromagnetic interference (EMI). The main areas of concern are:- Building 81 and the surrounding area Clayton campus.- Areas of buildings 75, 82 and the surrounding area Clayton campus.The users of these facilities must be consulted when proposing to do works that may provide additional EMI to these areas. The use of additional EMI control measures may be required.

Outlets & Accessories General K 08

Outlets and Accessories are to be provided to suit the Layout, Specific Equipment Requirements and the General Power Requirements of each type of space. The below Minimum Outlet Requirements should be used as a guide only with the final quantity and location reviewed by the End User.

All outlets and accessories must be:- Clipsal Series 2000 flush mount.- Clipsal 56 series for three phase- Labelled designating circuit and switchboard number- Clipsal IP56 protected in plant rooms- Mounted not less than 300mm above finished floor level.

Outlets & Accessories Minimum Outlet Requirements K 08.01

Refer to Section K: Appendix - Electrical - Item K5 for specific requirements to each type of space.

In addition to the quantities nominated, general purpose cleaners outlets shall be provided as follows:- In each teaching space, lecture theatre and lab allowing for the entire area can be serviced from a 10m lead.- Appropriately spaced in open plan offices allowing for the entire area to be serviced from a 10m lead. Single or shared offices should be served from cleaners outlets in corridors.- Provide cleaners outlets in corridors at no more than 20m intervals and in suitable locations to ensure service to all single or shared offices. - Wired to a dedicated cleaner’s circuit and labelled as a cleaner’s outlet.


Lighting General K 09

Lighting is to be provided to meet the architectural intent of each space whilst considering the following:- Occupant Safety and Facility Security- Maintenance access requirements - Minimisation of light pollution to the night sky and other buildings- Appropriate maintenance factors used- Over Illumination; Lux levels not to exceed the recommendations in the Australian Standards by more than 25%- Uniformity and Glare- Appropriate colour temperatures for the type of space- Compliance with all relevant Australian Standards

Lighting Lamp/Luminaire Selection K 09.01 Lighting is to be LED. Other light sources can only be considered when LED is unsuitable for the application. Prior

approval is required. Incandescent and dichroic halogen fittings are not be used.

Outlets & Accessories Specific Equipment Requirements K 08.02

Essential / UPS - Outlets are to be coloured Red in full

Dishwasher - Outlet is to be slim type, mounted adjacent to the unit and labelled "DISHWASHER". The location of the outlet should be accessible without the need of moving the dishwasher and consideration is required to ensure that the appliance electrical cord will not be damaged or bent from other equipment / joinery.

Drinking Unit - Outlet is to be IP54 rated, mounted adjacent to the unit and labelled "DRINKING UNIT"

Boiling Water Unit - Outlet is to be mounted adjacent to unit on the same side as the cable entry into the unit. Boiling water units are to be provided with a dedicated circuit.

Hand Dryer - Hand Dryers are to be high velocity air type rated than electric heating. A direct wired connection is to be provided with an isolation switch installed at high level above the unit labelled "HAND DRYER". Electric Hand Dryers are to be provided with a dedicated circuit.

Toilet Exhaust Fan - Toilet exhaust fans are to be controlled by the BAS system. If no BAS is available then control by the light switch is required. Wire to lighting circuit and provide weatherproof isolator adjacent to motor. Make final connection in flexible conduit.

Kitchen Hood Exhaust Fan - Provide weatherproof isolator adjacent to motor and make final connection in flexible conduit.

Ceiling Fan - Connection is to be wired from the unswitched side of the lighting circuit.

Roller Shutter Door - Provide weatherproof isolator adjacent to motor and make final connection in flexible conduit.

Mechanical Plant - Provide mechanical plant such as AHU, split systems, pumps etc. that require power with locally mounted and labelled isolators.


Lighting Lighting Control K 09.02

The lighting control framework for different space types at Monash University are outlined Section K: Appendix - Electrical - Item K3. As a standard, lighting control is to be achieved via local smart sensors that are adjustable by any qualified electrician. Programmable/networked bus lighting control systems are acceptable subject to Buildings and Property Planning approval for space types that require complex functions, e.g. multiple scene settings. Programmable/networked lighting control systems shall:- Be open nonproprietary - Have controllers and devices communicating using KNX protocol.- Be integrated with the BAS- Have controller override switches are to be installed to allow lighting to work in the event that a controller fails.

Lighting LED Lighting K 09.03.01

LED fittings must:- Use LEDs manufactured by a reputable manufacturer with proven experience in LED production such as Cree, Osram, Nichea, Xicato and Luxeon.- Use high efficiency LED chips achieving a minimum efficacy of 80lm/W for all functional luminaires.- Be designed to comply with the LED manufacturer’s specifications.- Provide good optical efficiency and adequate thermal management in particular the LED junction temperature.- Colour matched in any one area such that LED colour differences cannot be picked up by the human eye. - Within 3 SDCM (standard deviation colour matching) MacAdam steps for internal luminaires and - Within 4 SDCM MacAdam steps for external luminaries. - LED batch bin number must be provided as part of the operation and maintenance manuals or the fittings order/serial number.- LEDs in a fitting are to be replaceable. This is to avoid the need to dispose of the whole fitting in the event of LED failure.- CRI of 80 or greater- LM79 performance testing.- LM80 ageing test & TM21 institu temperature measurement projection report.- Expected life of L70 at 50,000hrs or greater- NATA certified (or equivalent) photometric testing- Certified to Australian Standards and regulations or higher and carry an Australian Regulatory Compliance Mark (RCM).- 5 Year warranty


Lighting LED Lighting K 09.03.02

Drivers must match the optimum and maximum current to suit the LED over the whole range of input voltages with the following minimum features:- automatic reset in the event of a fault- isolation between the primary and secondary sides- dimming with linear characteristics- operation in ambient temperatures of -20oC to +50oC- low power loss- integral electronic overload protection circuitry- integral electronic over temperature protection circuitry- integral electronic short circuit protection circuitry.- Power factor: >0.95- IP20 protection rating minimum- 100,000 hour life time (min)- THD < 10%- 5 Year warranty

External Lighting General K 10

The external lighting must be designed around the safety for students and staff whilst maintaining a non-obtrusive approach to adjacent properties, buildings, etc. In particular, the external lighting must:- Comply with AS1158- Be supplied from a dedicated external lighting switchboard or a Main Switchboard- Be integrated to the BAS for timerclock / PE control- Not have two adjacent poles / luminaires supplied from the same lighting circuit- Minimise the highlighting of building features and entrances- Be appropriately directed to minimise all light pollution- Be illuminated to the following categoriesPrimary Walks - P1Secondary Walks - P2 or P3 (upon evalulaton of usage) Primary Carparks - P11aSecondary Carparks - P11bAccessible Parking Bays - P12Roadways - P3Scenic Boulebard (Wellington Rd to Robert Blackwood Hall) - P2Pedestrian Crossings - PX2Help Bollards - P6 (for a 5m radius)

External Lighting External Fixtures K 10.01

External light fittings must be: - CCT in the order of 4000K-6000K for all functional lighting. Feature / Architectural Lighitng may utilise different colour temperatures with approval from BPD Planning.- Low energy consumption, both of individual fittings and overall lighting scheme (incandescent lighting is not acceptable),- Vandal resistant,- High impact resistant lenses- UV stability of component,- Resistant to corrosion,- Robust and durable aluminium alloy or similar approved.,- IP65 rated,- Easy access for maintenance of lamps,- Energy management provision and controls.


External Lighting Post Top Fixtures K 10.02

External pole top light fittings must be:- Selected from one of the pre-approved external light fittings (Section K: Appendix - Electrical - Item K2)- Match the existing fixtures to maintain uniformity and aesthetics within any one space, different fixtures can be used when there is a clear demarcation between precincts - Consult with BPD Planning for direction- Mounted on a University approved public realm master palette pole. The University has a custom design public realm furniture palette. The palette includes custom design road and pedestrian light poles. The details of the design are found in the Design and Development Control – Landscape (Part 5 – Furniture Palette).

Internal Lighting General K 11

The internal lighting must be designed around the different types of spaces and the intended use whilst maintaining a general approach for flexibility. In particular, the internal lighitng must:- Comply with AS1680- Be designed to not exceed the recommended illuminance levels by more that 25%- Be supplied from a general lighting and power distribution board- Be supplied from a reputable manufacturer with spare stock readily available- Be located in easy accessible locations for maintenance- Have local and/or central system control for the ability to switch off when not in use

Internal Lighting Internal Fixtures K 11.01

Internal light fittings must be: - CCT in the order of 3000K-4000K for all functional lighting. Feature / Architectural Lighting may use different colour temperatures with approval from BPD Planning.- Supplied from a reputable manufacturer with spare luminaires readily available- Low energy consumption, both of individual fittings and overall lighting scheme- Suitably IP rated depending on the installation environment

Internal Lighting Occupancy Detectors K 11.02

Motion detectors shall be selected to suit the dimensions and functionality of the space. Each detector must:- Be located to suit the final room and furniture layout with consideration to the task (walking, seated, etc)- Be of the constant monitoring type- Have master / slave functonality- Have a switch off delay setting from 15 seconds to 30 minutes- Consider the space where the sensor is to be installed and use the appropriate technology (PIR, Microwave, Ultrasonic, Acoustic/Noise, etc)

Internal Lighting Photoelectric Detectors K 11.03

Photoelectric detectors shall be located to achieve daylight control to mimise energy consumption. Each detector must:- Be located to accurately measure the ambient light levels- Have adjustable sensitivity between 50 and 2000 lux- Have an inherent time lag to prevent transient operation- Be connected to the central lighting control system (where applicable) and use a Dali dimming protocol- Be programmable via wireless remove control where not connected to a central lighting control system

Internal Lighting Dimming K 11.04

Where a central lighting control system is proposed, the following requirements apply;- The system must use an open Dali protocol- A single networked system must be provided per building only, where an existing system has already been installed in a building, this will be required to be modified to accomodate the new lighting requirements- A minimum of 4 preset 'scenes' are to be provided per zone- The system must have a self-monitoring function to ensure that emergency lighting is activated upon fault of the lighting control. When the fault has cleared, the lighting is to return to the same lighting scene.

Internal Lighting Fittings K 11.05Recessed luminaires are to be connected via plug base, with appropriate flexible cable to suit the switching arrangements, located within the ceiling space. The luminaires are to be provided with suitbale retractable fixing brackets and 'slack' cable so that they can be easily removed from beneath the ceiling.

Exit and Emergency Lighting System General K 12

Exit and Emergency Lighting shall be installed in accordance with the NCC and AS2293. Any new devices are required to match the existing system (see below items) and where additional head end equipment is installed, this shall be sized to accomodate an additional 30% spare capacity for any future devices.


Exit and Emergency Lighting System

General- Clayton, Caulfield K 12.01

The Exit and Emergency Lighting computer monitored system used on the Clayton and Caulfield campuses must be the Legrand AXIOM with: - Area controllers within a building connected via a dedicated backbone cable. - Connection of the building to the head end PC via the LAN using a Lantronix UDS1100. (One Latronix router per building to ensure system usability is maintained.) - Where only a single fitting is being replaced in a non-monitored area, use the Legrand AXIOM fitting leaving both the wired and wireless accessories attached. - The head end computer is to be updated whenever new installations or modifications are made to an exit and emergency light installation. - All modifications, programming and commissioning to the head end software must be carried out by a suitably qualified and experienced person leaving it in a fully functional condition. All area controller and fitting data is to be entered and complete.

Exit and Emergency Lighting System General - Peninsula K 12.02

The Exit and Emergency Lighting computer monitoring system for Peninsula and Berwick must be:- The Famco Master Minder FMX power line carrier for Peninsula.- The Famco Master Minder FMM communications wired system for Berwick.- An ITU unit at each switchboard and one SCU unit per building at Peninsula. - The SCU unit is to be connected onto the LAN via a Lantronix serial to Ethernet device.- Where there is no head end computer available. Commissioning is to be carried out locally via connection to each SCU. - An update of the tracker log is to be provided to Operations.

Exit and Emergency Lighting System General- Parkville K 12.03 The Exit and Emergency Lighting system at Parkville must match the existing in each building.

Exit and Emergency Lighting System Testing & Commissioning K 12.04 Each Exit and Emergency Lighting System shall be tested in accordance with AS2293.2.

Exit and Emergency Lighting System

As Installed Documentation K 12.05 As Installed layouts are to be provided with accurate locations of each device and equipment with identification numbers

clearly identified.

Power Factor Correction General K 13 Automatic Power Factor Correction Systems with Harmonic Blocking Reactors are to be installed for each electrical installation to correct the power factor to minimum 0.95.

Power Factor Correction Design Principles K 13.01

All Power Factor Correction Systems are to be provided with:- A minimum power factor range from 0.8 lag to 0.95 lead- A fully programmable microprocessor contorller connected to the BAS- An allowance for 3 spare steps for 30% load increase- Supply cable rated at 30% spare capcaity

The Power Factor Correction Enclosure is to be:- Located indoors and provided with IP51 rating minimum- Labelled to demonstrate the danger of capacitors remaining energised for a period of time after disconnection

The Capacitors are to have:- Over-Voltage Capacity =1.10 X Rated Voltage for 8 hours daily1.15 X Rated Voltage for 30 mins daily1.20 X Rated Voltage for 5 mins daily1.30 X Rated Voltage for 1 min daily- Over-Current Capacity = 1.50 X Rated Current continuously

Power Factor Correction Testing K 13.02 Test and Commissioning records are to be included in the Operation and Maintenance manuals.


Lightning Protection General K 14

Provide a complete lighting protection in accordance with AS1768. All driven earth electrodes are to be in dedicated pits with markings to indentify. All test points should be identified, labelled and located in easy to access areas within the building.

Provide Surge Protection Devices (SPD) to all switchboards to protect all phases and the neutral conductors.

Standby Emergency Electrical Generators General K 15.01.01

All standby generator systems must:- Comply with all relevant standards and regulations (AS3000, AS3009, SIRs, etc)- Be connected to Main Switchboards or Main Distribution Boards to avoid multiple installations within a single building- Provide standby power to all Safety Services, Essential Services and Critical Services (identified by the Faculty)- Be sized to consider additional future load growth for the electrical installation, i.e. maximum connected load is <80% of the generator rating and the minimum connected load is >30% of the generator rating- Be provided with fuel storage for a minimum of 8 hours operation at 110% load- Monitor the safety services, essential and critical services seperately to the rest of the installation- Have an electrical meter to monitor to connected load

Standby Emergency Electrical Generators General K 15.01.02

Generator statuses and alarms are to be monitored by the BAS such that:- Mode status and alarm is monitored to provide an alarm when the generator is not set to automatic and therefore won’t start automatically upon power failure.- Fault alarm is monitored to provide an alarm if the generator fails to start upon power failure.- General alarm is monitored to provide an alarm when the generator has a fault.- An ATS transfer alarm is monitored to provide an alarm when mains to generator or generator to mains transfers fail.

Standby Emergency Electrical Generators General K 15.01.03 Incoming supplies and terminals to the ATS are to be segragated to allow safe access for removal and or installation of

cabling without the other supply being turned off.


Uninterrupted Power Supply Units General K 16.01.02 The UPS must be suitable for supplying electronic equipment with high harmonic content.

The UPS rectifier input harmonics must be limited to suit the project specific requirements.

Uninterrupted Power Supply Units General K 16.01.01

UPS systems must:- Have a sign located at each entrance to the room indicating battery voltage and the prospective short circuit current for battery systems that exceed 100Ah or the extra low voltage classification.- “Batteries” are to have a suitably designed rack or enclosure and are not to be located on the floor of the room or in a non-approved enclosure.- Both battery system conductors and leads from the housing rack are to be protected by an over current device (i.e. a circuit breaker or fuse). If the battery is larger than 110 volts, additional circuit breakers or removable links must be installed to disconnect the battery continuity for maintenance.- All battery enclosures and racking are to provide adequate access for inspection, testing and maintenance. Generally a minimum of 75mm spacing is to be maintained between the upper most part of the battery terminal and the rack or shelf above it. An exclusory distance of 25mm is also to be maintained between the batteries and the side of the racking- Adequate ventilation is to be provided to ensure a cross flow of air past the battery. Therefore vents must generally be on opposite sides of the room or enclosure.- All battery terminals must be tightened to meet the manufacturer’s suggested torque settings.- Each battery cell or mono block is to be marked with a number starting with 1 being the most positive end of the battery.- Each terminal must be cleaned of dirt and corrosion before connection and a light film of Vaseline applied as a protective moisture resistant layer.- The deflexion on any rack must not exceed 3mm when fully loaded with batteries.- A 900mm minimum clearance must be maintained to allow a safe exit in the case of an emergency.- If the ambient temperature is likely to exceed 30oC a ventilation system must be incorporated in the design of the installation.- An external “Manual Bypass Switch” is to be installed on all systems above 6 KVA to allow maintenance to be performed on the unit without interference to the connected under normal conditions.- UPS alarms are to be connected to the BAS system.- A copy of the manufacturer’s specifications and commissioning report including test values established at setup is to be included in the Operation and Maintenance manuals and in the system’s enclosure.- In accordance with the BCA any battery or batteries installed that have a voltage exceeding 24 volts and a capacity exceeding 10 amp hours are to be fire separated.


Uninterrupted Power Supply Units Testing & Commissioning K 16.02.01

UPS systems must be tested in accordance with relevant Australian Standards including but not limited to the following manufacturer's tests:- Insulation resistance tests.- Functional tests of all controls, indicators and alarms including set points.- Load test for minimum of 8 hours at full rated load.- Output Voltage and Frequency recorded graphically to show transient response under all operating conditions and with battery connected. Input and output currents and power factor must be recorded simultaneously. Tests must include:- main supply on and off;- bypass effected automatically by simulated component failure;- bypass effected manually;- 50% to 100% load step with balanced load;- 100% to 150% load step with balanced load;- 50% to 100% load step with one phase 30% unbalanced;- 100% to 150% load step with one phase 30% unbalanced;- 150% overload.- Output voltage harmonic content under no-load and 100% load conditions.- Angular displacement of output phase voltages at 100% load and 50% unbalanced load.- Battery voltage must be measured under all of the above conditions.


UPS testing must be carried out during manufacturer and at completion in accordance with the manufacturer's normal test programme. Load and performance tests must be carried out at a power factor between 0.8 and unity. The power factor must be recorded. The following site tests:- Insulation resistance tests of all equipment including wiring.- Functional tests of all controls, indicators and alarms.- A capacity test should be run on the system to determine the UPS’s ability to adequately support the expected load for the required amount of time determined by the manufacturer’s specifications. (i.e. load test for minimum of 6 hours at full rated load. During which the performance of the battery must be checked by switching mains off.)- Waveform of input current and voltage with both mains supply and diesel generator supply at no-load and 100% load and with UPS battery both fully charged and discharged. Waveforms must be analysed for harmonic content.- Test UPS on standby generator supply. The UPS must be connected to the dummy load bank to deliver full load. Tests must include:- Transfer and retransfer from mains to standby generator.- Full load test of UPS.


The UPS commissioning report is to include as a minimum:- UPS identification details including manufacturer, model, serial number and location with the building and room number.- Battery identification details including manufacturer, type, number of cells/battery blocks and number of strings.- The initial float voltage and internal impedance of the battery strings and each battery block in each string.- The line conditions of any phases present.- The battery conditions reflecting any defects found need to indicate that the battery terminals have been checked for tightness and are clean of any dirt


Uninterrupted Power Supply Units Maintenance K 16.03.01

UPS maintenance is to be carried out in accordance with manufacturer’s specifications during the defects liability period maintenance. Maintenance must be:- Quarterly inspections and as a minimum must include the reporting of:- General appearance and cleanliness of the battery area.- Charger output voltage and current- Cracks or distortion in battery housings and racking- Corrosion of terminals and connections- Condition of ventilation equipment and condition of ventilation vents and filters (If installed)- Voltage, current and surface temperature readings of individual cells/battery blocks and strings.- Cell or individual battery block internal impedance measurements- A yearly inspection which is to include:- Tension tests of the bolts, connections to manufacturer’s specifications regarding correct torque to link connection bolts.(i.e.(9Nm)- A check of the voltage drop across internal connections between cells/blocks- The integrity of the battery stand or enclosure.- Ensure correct signage is displayed on access doors and adjacent to battery banks.

Active Harmonic Filters General K 17.01.01Harmonic filters must be provided to limit harmonic distortion in accordance with the Authority Service and Installation Rules where required. Where the campus has a Monash’s owned HV network the point of common coupling in addition to that in the Service and Installation Rules is also for Monash’s purposes the main switchboard of each building.

Active Harmonic Filters General K 17.01.02

Active harmonic filters must:- compensate both harmonics and reactive power energy,- have the ability to operate in either overall harmonic compensation or individual harmonic compensation modes,- be equipped with RFI filtering.

Active Harmonic Filters General K 17.01.03

The active harmonic filters must be placed within the electrical system to best protect the rest of the installation from the areas where harmful levels of harmonics are generated. For example: Mechanical switchboards tend to supply power to a number of non-linear loads that create harmonics. The mechanical electrical system must be designed to limit the harmful harmonic content to the rest of the installation.

Public Address System General K 18 Public address system must integrate with building evacuation systemMaster Clock System General K 19 Consult Buildings and Property, Planning in regards to the master clock system.

Labelling General K 20.01.01Labels are to be provided to all equipment, outlets, cables, etc. to facilitate ease of identification, operation and maintenance. Labels must be traffolyte or 3 layered laminated plastic generally, White/Black/White, with special or emergency equipment labelled in other colours e.g. Red/White/Red for main switches. Labels must be permanently fixed.

Labelling General K 20.01.02 Size labels to suit the importance and application. Size must be uniform for similar items. The minimum letter size must be 5 mm and 0.3 mm line thickness.

Labelling General K 20.01.03 A schedule of labels is to be submitted to the Services Consultant and Buildings and Property Planning for approval prior to manufacturer.


Labelling Switchboard Naming K 20.02

Distribution Switchboard naming must follow:“DB(level).(sequence number)-(descriptor*)” e.g.: DB 1.4

Mechanical Services Switchboards must follow: “MSSB(level).(sequence number**)-(descriptor*)” eg.: MSSB 4.2

* The descriptor is optional and should be used to provide additional information about what the switchboard supplies i.e. DB2.5-LAB or DB1.2-External LGT. It should generally be used for switchboards that supply a certain area and not for the general floor distribution boards.

** The sequence number is unique to each switchboard. Subsequent digits are to be used to identify the sub switchboard i.e DB 2.5.1 is a sub switchboard supplied from DB 2.5.

Labelling Main Switchboards K 20.03.01

The main switchboard name label must include as a minimum:- Switchboard name- Mains size and type- Origin of mains- Rated current- Rated voltage- Short circuit withstand- Degree of Separation- Degree of Protection- manufacturer- Date of manufacturer

Labelling Main Switchboards K 20.03.02

Main Switchboard labelling is to include: - Main isolator: Label to include rating- sub mains Protective Devices: Label with name of switchboard or equipment served, sub mains cable size/type and rating of protection (HRC fuse cartridge or CB protection setting).- Special equipment (time switch, contactor, push button, etc.).- Terminal strip labels to indicate function

LabellingDistribution and Mechanical Services Switchboards

K 20.04.01

Labelling for distribution boards and mechanical services switchboards is to include:- Switchboard name label mounted on the front of the switchboard - Main isolator- Control switches- Special equipment (time switch, contactor, push button, etc.).- Pole space phase and number identification- Terminal strip labels to indicate function


K 20.04.02Where a circuit breaker within a distribution board or mechanical service switchboard supplies another switchboard or special/dedicated equipment the circuit breaker must be identified by a label mounted next the circuit breaker indicating the switchboard number and its location or the equipment.


K 20.04.03

A typed circuit schedule must be provided for all switchboards. It must:- Be mounted in a suitable holder inside the switchboard door.- Indicate the size and origin of the incoming sub main- Circuit schedules must identify the circuit number, rating and a description of the equipment and relevant room identification codes.

Testing & Certification General K 21.01.01

On completion of electrical installation works, provide certification in accordance with Authority requirements that all works have been inspected and tested and comply with regulations and standards including copies of all essential services certifications. Copies of the compliance certification must be included in the Operation and Maintenance manuals.


Testing & Certification General K 21.01.02 For major construction works all parts of the electrical installation must be inspected and certified by an independent and qualified Electrical Inspector. Self-certification by the Installation Contractor is not acceptable.

Testing & Certification Work Tests K 21.02

Provide certificates of manufacturer's works tests for the following:- Switchboard type- switchgear in accordance with specified requirements of AS 3439.1;- UPS;- Standby generator set.

Testing & Certification Commissioning K 21.03.01

A thermographic scan of transformer terminations, substation switchboards, main switchboards, mechanical services switchboards and distribution switchboards that are applicable to the project must be carried out 6 weeks prior to the end of the defects liability period. Include in the scans all busbars, isolating links, switches, circuit breakers and cable joints.All components, joints, etc., that show the presence of abnormal temperatures must be checked and the fault rectified. A subsequent thermographic scan must be carried out to prove that the problem has been rectified.

Testing & Certification Commissioning K 21.03.02 Load is to be balanced as evenly as possible over all phases at Practical Completion, and again at the end of the Defects Liability Period.

Testing & Certification Commissioning K 21.03.03

Commissioning includes but is not limited to the following:- Operating sequences, interlocks and safeties;- Final controls calibration;- System operation under all operating modes and under all conditions of load;- Inter-system operation and correct interfacing connections under all operating conditions and under simulated fire conditions;- Noise and vibration tests;- Thermoscan survey of switchboards;- Environmental audit as required by Authorities;- Rectification and correction of any defects and deficiencies.

Testing & Certification Site Tests K 21.04

Site tests must include but are not be limited to the following:- Insulation resistance tests in accordance with AS/NZS 3000; - High voltage tests in accordance with AS 1931.1 between phases and phase to earth on all switchgear assemblies;- Earth resistance tests in accordance with AS/NZS 3000;- Polarity and connection tests in accordance with AS/NZS 3000;- Earth fault-loop impedance tests;- Verification of polarity and phase rotation;- Functional tests of all switchgear, controls and systems including safety devices.- Testing as specified in Australian Standard 3017.- Correct torque of bolted connections;- Trip tests of protective circuit breakers;- Interlock operation;- Verification of operation of all power outlets and isolators;- Verification of operation of all luminaires and lighting switches. Rectification / replacement of any noisy/defective luminaires;- Testing of all RCD devices;- Verification of all lighting controls;- Intersystem testing and verification for mechanical, fire, security and lift interfaces;- Thermographic scan of all switchboards cable joints and busduct joints;- Harmonic tests for variable speed drives.


Testing & Certification Pre-Energisation Tests K 21.05

Pre-energisation tests must include but are not be limited to the following:- Tightness of screwed and bolted connections;- Physical integrity;- Correct phasing. Check phase rotation is consistent throughout the project and is the same as the supply;- Insulation resistance tests;- Test operation of all trips, interlocks, motor driven devices, contactors and control circuits and devices by instigating or simulating inputs;- Test reports and certificates must be submitted in the Operation and Maintenance manuals.

Operation & Maintenance Manuals Documentation K 22

Provide Operating and Maintenance Manuals including a: - Description of the systems;- Switchboards list stating exact locations and copies of the circuit schedules;- Emergency and exit light list with description of fittings and maintenance code no's.;- Equipment lists including luminaires with manufacturer's, agents and name plate data;- Operating instructions for systems and equipment- manufacturer's maintenance instructions for all equipment- Spare parts list with manufacturer and catalogue No.- Emergency lighting testing & maintenance requirements.- Copy of any discrimination studies and circuit breaker settings.- Copy of design calculations,- Copies of commissioning records.- Copies of all test and approval certificates.- Copies of as-installed drawings.The as installed drawings or the updating of the existing drawings is to be carried out as part of any works.

Operation & Maintenance Manuals Diagrams & Schedules K 22.01.01

Provide schematic diagrams (SLD) for all major assemblies mounted in a protective cover adjacent to the assembly. Drawing must include:- All equipment including manufacturer, model, ratings and settings;- Size, rating and length of all incoming and outgoing cables and busways.


Provide wiring diagrams of all protection, instrumentation and control circuits. Fix in Perspex faced holders in approved locations within cabinet, cupboard or room. Drawings must be cross referenced to labelling and identify:- Equipment;- Wiring;- Terminals.


Provide circuit schedules for all sub-circuits. Type schedules on white card and fix in Perspex faced holders on the back of the switchboard or cupboard doors, or on wall adjacent. Schedules must be cross referenced to labelling and identify:- Circuit;- Location and type of equipment connected;- Rating of protection for fused circuits;- Source of supply- sub mains size.


Asset Register Documentation K 23

For each installation and modification to existing systems, provide update to the University Asset Registers to the University standard and format for the addition and removal of assets including: - Electrical (light and power, switchboards, generators, LV air circuit breakers, residual current devices, emergency and exit lighting, ring main units, power factor correction units)- Transformers- Uninterruptible power supplies (UPS)- HV battery banks- HV switchgear- HV Cables

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