CARE IN LAYING & JOINTING OF UNDERGROUND CABLES
CARE IN LAYING & JOINTING OF UNDERGROUND CABLES 1. It has been observed that the construction staff, in laying and jointing of the cable, is not exercising the sufficient care. Instances have come to the notice of the Director General of major breakdowns of cables have been caused by bad workmanship during cable laying. It is, therefore, of utmost importance that all construction officers and staff take due precautions and personal care while laying and jointing cables. The maintenance divisions must also take proper acceptance tests before taking over the cable work and bringing them into commission. All instances of defective construction work and unsatisfactory test must be brought to the notice of the higher authorities in due time. 2. The following points must be strictly observed. i) The cable drums must be carefully handled at the store yard as well as at the sites of the work. For ensuring careful loading in and unloading from railway wag...