Basic Electrical Materials and Methods

DOE-HDBK-1132-99

wiring methods and requirements (including fiber optics);

static electricity discharge requirements;

grounding requirements;

essential documents storage and reference area;

electromagnetic compatibility;

power requirements;

human factors/ergonomics (see Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers

(IEEE)-1023, IEEE Guide for the Application of Human Factors Engineering to

Systems, Equipment, and Facilities of Nuclear Power Generating Stations, and

International Society for Measurement and Control (ISA) RP60.3, Human

Engineering for Control Centers);

the need for uninterruptible power supplies; and

the need for DC sources.

Basic Electrical Materials and Methods .

2.1

Standard off-the-shelf electrical materials and equipment used on installations

are acceptable if they have been tested and labeled by a nationally recognized

testing laboratory (international standards organization or recognized testing

agency). If no products are listed or labeled, evaluation and approval by the

authority having jurisdiction (AHJ) (usually the site safety department) for the

subject facility should be adequate. On-site acceptance testing is recommended

for each major electrical component and system.

The use of electrical metallic tubing should be avoided in areas where it may be

subject to severe physical damage. Conduits encased in concrete ductlines

should be PVC.

Flexible conduit is recommended for conduit connections to equipment subject to

vibration. Use of liquid-tight-flexible metallic conduit with suitable fittings for

outdoor installations subject to vibration is also recommended.

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