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INITIAL ELECTRICAL ASSESSMENT REPORT(EAR)

Factory Name: KRISHAN KNITTING

Address: Steel House, 360 Strand Road, Chittagong ChittagongChittagong Bangladesh

Assessor: Uttaron Technologies

Date: 17 Jun 2014

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The Alliance for Bangladesh Worker Safety /22

Introduction to the Report

The following report contains a site profile and summary of non-conformities identified during an onsite assessment commissioned by theAlliance for Bangladesh Worker Safety (Alliance) and conducted by a third-party Qualified Assessment Firm (QAF). The assessment wasconducted against the Alliance for Bangladesh Worker Safety Assessment Protocols (APs) and Fire Safety and Structural Integrity Standard,which is harmonized with the factory assessment guidelines developed by Bangladesh University of Engineering and Technology (BUET) forthe Bangladesh National Tripartite Plan of Action (NTPA). The goal of the Alliance process is to provide clear and practical technicalrequirements by which Bangladeshi Ready Made Garment (RMG) Factories producing for Alliance members may be consistently and fairlyevaluated for fire, structural, and electrical safety in a non-duplicative manner. Each assessment will prompt action plans that will be used byRMG factories to systematically and sustainably improve safety conditions for garment workers. Beyond tracking and reporting on actionsteps taken in a transparent manner, the Alliance organization and its members will seek to further support factory improvements throughtechnical assistance, training, implementation support for functional Worker Committees, and in some cases financial assistance and wagesupport for workers if factories are closed for remediation.

The contents of the report do not constitute a guarantee of compliance with the applicable laws, the Alliance Standard or the absolute orcontinued safety against fire, electrical and/or structural integrity issues that may lead to injury or loss of life. The report is designed to providea non-exhaustive summary of risk issues, based on a limited sampling and duration of time onsite by the named QAF. Neither the QAF northe Alliance can certify or guarantee the quality, outcome, or effectiveness of actions taken in response to the report.

For more information and report feedback please go to: www.bangladeshworkersafety.org.

FactoryName:

KRISHAN KNITTING

Address: Steel House, 360 Strand Road, Chittagong Chittagong ChittagongBangladesh

Assessor: UttaronTechnologies

Date: 17 Jun 2014



GENERAL INFORMATION

General Information

Factory Name: KRISHAN KNITTING

Address: Steel House, 360 Strand Road, Chittagong Chittagong Chittagong Bangladesh

Country: Bangladesh

Province: Chittagong

City: Chittagong

Zip Code:

Audit Duration: 01 Days

Re-Audit: Re-Audit After 0 Months

Draft Report Date : 17/06/14

Final Report Date : 10/07/14

Are all action items fromprevious assessmentcomplete? :

N/A

Buildings in Complex : One

Is the building(s) ownedor rented by theFactory?:

Rented

Number of BuildingLevels (Stories) :

Three Stories

Approximate BuildingArea (SF) :

24,105 SF

Date of BuildingConstruction :

3 story building 1968,one story shed 2004.

Date of Last BuildingRenovation/Addition :

Yr.2014

Ancillary Structures inComplex :

1 new building,& 2 shed .

Approximate AncillaryStructures Area (SF) :

3,197 SF.

Number of Occupants : 388 Occupants.

FactoryName:

KRISHAN KNITTING



Date: 17 Jun 2014



Provide brief descriptionof the electrical systemfor each building.:

Factory Name: KRISHAN KNITTING LTD. Date of Inspection: 17th June, 2014 Brief Description: No of MainBuilding: 1. Three storied (o3) No of Ancillary Building: 03. • 1. Generator room.(shed) • 1 knitting section(shed) • 1 New building No. of Transformer: This factory has no Substation. No. of Generator: 1 GeneratorBrand and Rating: I. DG-150 KVA Generator (engine) is CUMINS Brand. No of MDB/DB: MDB-2, SDB-3,COS-2. Connection Type: Two pole mounted substation (11kv/.44kv), 250 KVA of PDB separately incomingand self-power Source (Generator) are connected to Change over Switch (C.O.S). Emergency Power: DryCell battery is used for Emergency Lights, and Exit signs.

Physical location ofSubstation? :

There is no Substation in this factory.

What equipment/loadsdoes the UPS serve? :

There is no UPS/IPS.

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KRISHAN KNITTING



Date: 17 Jun 2014



ASSESSMENT FINDINGS

Electrical System Information

Question: Are as-built electrical drawings indicating information such as panel and circuitlocations throughout the building(s) available for review?

Priority Level: High

Non-Compliance Level: 3

Description: No updated as-built drawing was found on the site. Proper Working or “asbuilt” electrical drawings of main distribution circuit and floor levels circuitsconnecting electrical loads (machines/lights/ cooling system etc.) should beavailable at site. With

Source of Findings: Visual Assessment: Old as-built drawing seen, which do not have currentinformation on the entire system.

Suggested Plan ofAction:

Have a qualified electrical engineer develop an as-built single line diagramdetailing key components and capacity of the electrical system.

Suggested DeadlineDate:

08 Dec 2014

Standard: Alliance Standard Part 10 Section 10.3.7

Electrical System Maintenance

Question: Have workers that operate and maintain the electrical system receivedelectrical safety training? Is training documentation on site?



Description: Workers that operate and maintain the electrical system received no electricalsafety training and no documents were found at site in this connection.Training is needed for the related workers who deals with electrical equipmentfor the safety of his/

Source of Findings: Visual Assessment: Not found any document about electrical safety training.


Develop and implement an electrical safety program. Include key topics suchas lock out tag out procedures, personal protective equipment requirements,etc. Reference NFPA 70e for example program requirements.


08 Dec 2014

Standard: Reference NFPA 70e for example

Question: Is a periodical Insulation Resistance Measurement Program established and

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recorded?

Priority Level: Medium


Description: Periodical insulation resistance test (IR test) shall have to be carried out for allelectrical equipment with Meggar 0.5 KV or 1 KV (according to the voltagerating of equipment)

Source of Findings: Visual Assessment: No such program schedule is not recorded on periodicalinsulation resistance test is evident in this site.


Develop an Insulation Resistance Measurement Program that ensuresdeterioration of insulation resistance will be identified quickly. Testing shouldbe in compliance with InterNational Electrical Testing Association (NETA). Alltransformers, switchgears et


08 Dec 2014

Standard: Alliance Standard Part 10 Section 10.13.4 Insulation Tests and 10.13.8Electrical Inspections

Question: Are thermographic scans of electrical equipment completed at least everythree years?



Description: Thermographic scans of electrical equipment need to be completed at leastevery three years to ensure the proper maintenance of the electricalequipment. Such programs have been witnessed in this factory.

Source of Findings: Visual Assessment: Previous inspection report has not been seen.


Complete thermographic scans at least on a three year cycle. Thermographicscans should be completed in accordance with the Standard for InfraredInspection of Electrical Systems & Rotating Equipment and NFPA70B or acomparable standard.


08 Dec 2014

Standard: Alliance Standards Part 10 Section 10.13.8 Electrical Inspections

Question: Are periodic safety inspections of the electrical system components completedand documented?



Description: Planned Periodical safety inspection of all electrical equipment shall be carriedout in order to ensure proper operability of the installation and record of the

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same should be maintained.

Source of Findings: Visual Assessment: No records found on periodic safety inspections of theelectrical system components.


Establish a periodic inspection program to ensure the electrical systems arefree from damage, debris, dirt, lint, etc. Maintain records concerninginspections and follow up actions.


08 Dec 2014

Standard: Alliance Standard Part 10 Section 10.13 Inspection and Testing and Part 13Section 13.6 Housekeeping

Electrical System Conditions

Question: Indications of overheating, overloading, or signs of burning were not observed.



Description: Indications of overheating, overloading, or signs of burning were observedinside of the DB/SDB and Electric ballast.Location-SDB-1,2(GF,1st FL),SDB-1(2nd FL),Ballast(2nd Production FL).

Source of Findings: Visual Assessment: Indications of overheating was found.


Wiring system components including cables and wiring accessories should beinstalled or handled only at temperaturs within the standard limits.


15 Oct 2014

Standard: Alliance Standard Part 10 Section 10.3.5

Question: No multi looping of wiring/cables observed at circuit breakers withinswitchboards and/or distribution boards.



Description: Multiple cable entering in one point prevent tightening of the bolt and causesthe electrical sparks due to loose connection. Multiple and looping are found atcircuit breakers in the distribution boxes at every floor.

Source of Findings: Photograph: Multiple and looping cables found at SDB-1(2nd floor),DB-2(1stfloor),SDB-1(1st floor).


Single cable should be connected in one point prevent tightening of the bolt.


08 Dec 2014

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Date: 17 Jun 2014



Standard: Alliance Standard Part 10 Section 10.3 Electrical Wiring and Cabling

Question: All metal in the building is connected to the building earthing/grounding systemsuch as metal rebar in concrete, metal frame of building, or metal water pipe.



Description: Not found building earthing.In general all parts of equipment and installationother than live parts shall be earth potential, thus ensuring that personscoming in contact with these parts shall also be at earth potential at all times.

Source of Findings: Visual Assessment: All metal in the building is not connected to the buildingearthing/grounding system.


All metal in the building should be connected to the building earthing/groundingsystem.


08 Dec 2014

Standard: Alliance Standard Part 10 Section 10.10 Earthing

Question: Light fixtures without protective covers are not installed in storage areas or inany area where the Inspector of the Factories Rules (1.5.3.5) Part 53 disallowsthese fixtures.



Description: Light fixtures without protective covers (otherwise known as naked lights) shallnot be allowed in storage areas or in any area where the Inspector of theFactories Rules disallows these fixtures. These could be the cause of fire fromheat and electrical

Source of Findings: Photograph: Such type of lighting fixtures are not being used in this factory.Electrical connection found in storage area.


Electrical connection should be removed from storage area.


08 Dec 2014

Standard: Alliance Standards Part 10 Section 10.15 Naked Lights

Question: All equipment is efficiently earthed and properly connected to the requirednumber of earth electrodes.



Description: In general all parts of equipment and installation other than live parts shall be

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earth potential, thus ensuring that persons coming in contact with these partsshall also be at earth potential at all times.

Source of Findings: Visual Assessment: All equipment is not efficiently earthed.


Provide earthing of equipment at required locations and connect to requirednumber of electrodes. Refer to the BNBG for required number of electrodes.


08 Dec 2014

Standard: Alliance Standard Part 10 Section 10.13.7.1 Inspection of SubstationInstallations.

Question: Are all switchboards and/or distribution boards metal enclosed with a deadfront construction?



Description: Not found dead front construction .All main switches shall be either of metalclad enclosed patterns or of any insulated enclosed pattern and the switchesshall be fixed at close proximity to the point of entry of supply. Location-MDB-1,2,SDB(GF).

Source of Findings: Photograph: Not found dead front construction at MDB-1,2,SDB(GF).


Ensure distribution boards are metal enclosed with a dead front construction.


08 Dec 2014

Standard: Alliance Standards Part 10 Section 10.7 Main Switch, Switchboards and MetalClad Switchgear

Question: No circuits are drawn for loads without the incorporation of a overcurrentprotection device (circuit breaker).



Description: Appropriate protection shall be provided at switchboards and distributionboards for all circuits and sub-circuits against short circuit and over current andthe protective apparatus shall be capable of interrupting any short circuitcurrent that may occu

Source of Findings: Photograph: circuits are drawn for loads without the incorporation of a overcurrent protection device.Location-MDB-1 & 2,(G.F).


Circuits should be drawn for loads with the incorporation of a over currentprotection device.

Suggested Deadline 08 Dec 2014

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Date: 17 Jun 2014



Date:

Standard: Alliance Standards Part 10 Section 10.9 Protection of Circuits

Question: Is electrical wiring/cables sized according to capacity of circuit breakers (Nohigher rated circuit breakers with lower rated wiring)?



Description: Protective devices shall be provided to break any overload current flowing inthe circuit conductors before such a current could cause a temperature risedetrimental to insulation, joints, terminations or surroundings of the conductors.

Source of Findings: Visual Assessment: Higher rated circuit breakers found with lower ratedwiring.Location-MDB-1,2(G.F),SDB-1(G.F),SDB-1(1st floor)


Rating of circuit breaker should be standard according to current carryingcapacity of cable/wire.


08 Dec 2014

Standard: Alliance Standard Part 10 Section 10.3.1 Electrical Connections.

Question: Are switchboards and/or distribution boards installed in compliant locations?



Description: In damp or wet locations, surface-type enclosures within the scope of thisarticle shall be placed or equipped so as to prevent moisture or water fromentering and accumulating within the cabinet or cutout box, and shall bemounted so there is at least 6-

Source of Findings: Photograph: Distribution boards (DB-2nd floor,stair)are not installed incompliant location


Switchboards and/or distribution boards need to installed in compliant location.


08 Dec 2014

Standard: Alliance Standard Part 10 Section 10.7 Main Switch, Switchboards and MetalClad Switchgear

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Date: 17 Jun 2014



Question: Do switchboards and/or distribution boards have a minimum clearance of 1 m(39 in) in front?


Non-Compliance Level:

Description:

Source of Findings:



Standard: Alliance Standards Part 10 Section 10.7 Main Switch, Switchboards and MetalClad Switchgear

Question: Are all internal components of switchboards and/or distribution boards properlyconcealed (No missing circuit breaker or knockout covers)?



Description: There should not be loose or missing circuit breaker in the switchboards.

Source of Findings: Photograph: Photograph


Provide covers or blanks to conceal all live internal components ofswitchboards and/or distribution boards.


08 Dec 2014

Standard: Alliance Standard Part 10 Section 10.3.9 Sub-Distribution Boards

Question: Do switchboards and/or distribution boards have clear identification markings?



Description: All distribution boards shall be marked ""Lighting"" or ""Power"", as the casemay be, and also be marked with the voltage and number of phases of thesupply. Each shall be provided with a circuit list giving diagram of each circuitwhich it controls and

Source of Findings: Photograph: Distribution boards have no clear identification markings.


Clear identification/marking must be available at LT, MDB and DBMCB/MCCB. Clear and permanent identification marks are required to bepainted in all distribution boards, switchboards, sub main boards and switchesas necessary.

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08 Dec 2014

Standard: Alliance Standard Part 10 Section 10.7 BNBC Part 8 Section 2.11.5.4

Question: Are switchboards and/or distribution boards free of dust and debris?



Description: Switchboards and/or distribution boards need to be kept clean and free fromdust and debris.

Source of Findings: Photograph: All switchboards and/or distribution boards not found free of dirtand debris.


Disconnect the panel from the electrical service and clean interior componentsof all dust and debris. Seal all openings within the enclosure to prevent dustand debris from entering.


08 Dec 2014

Standard: Alliance Standard Part 10 Section 10.3.9.1 Enclosures

Question: Is all electrical wiring/cable properly terminated at its point of termination (Noun-terminated wires, lugs are provided at terminals, etc)?



Description: Cable should not be unterminated. Unterminated cables may lead theelectrical short circuit. Cables shall be connected to terminals only by solderedor welded lugs, unless the terminal are of such form that it is possible tosecurely clamp them without cu

Source of Findings: Visual Assessment: Cables are not connected with lugs and unterminatedcable found.


Ensure all electrical wiring/cable properly terminated at its point of termination.


15 Nov 2014

Standard: Alliance Standards Part 10 Section 10.3.9.2 Wiring of Sub-distribution Boards

Question: Are all switchboards and/or distribution boards properly grounded (earthed)?



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Date: 17 Jun 2014



Description: Panel board cabinets and panel board frames, if of metal, shall be in physicalcontact with each other and shall be grounded. Where the panel board is usedwith nonmetallic raceway or cable or where separate grounding conductors areprovided, a terminal b

Source of Findings: Visual Assessment: All switchboards and/or distribution boards are notproperly grounded (earthed)


Earth bus-bars not connected properly in the panel boxes is violation of therule.


08 Dec 2014

Standard: Alliance Standard Part 10 Section 10.10.2 Circuit and System Earthing

Question: Each circuit is provided with a dedicated neutral.



Description: Circuits are not provided with a dedicated neutral for each load. The use ofcommon neutral for more than one circuit shall not allowed in the standard.

Source of Findings: Visual Assessment: Circuit is not provided with a dedicated neutral for eachload.Location-All DB/SDB .


Dedicated neutral should be provided for each load.


08 Dec 2014

Standard: Alliance Standards Part 10 Section 10.3 Electrical Wiring and Cabling

Question: Are lighting and receptacle (socket) circuits segregated?



Description: Each 15/20A socket outlet for air-conditioner, water cooler, etc. shall beprovided with its own individual fuse with suitable discrimination with backupfuse or miniature circuit breaker (MCB) in the distribution/ sub-distributionboard. Location-Ground

Source of Findings: Visual Assessment: Lighting and sockets are not separately controlled.


Lighting and socket circuits must be separated at the noted locations. Have aqualified electrician separate the lighting and sockets into separate circuits.


19 Dec 2014

Standard: Alliance Standard Part 10 Section 10.3.7.2

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Date: 17 Jun 2014



Question: Electrical wiring and conduit is properly supported.



Description: Electrical wiring and conduit is not properly supported .Electrical wiring shouldbe well and properly supported to avoid sudden falling down.Location- KnittingSection(shed- G.F)& MDB room (G.F).

Source of Findings: Photograph: Electrical wiring not found properly supported at Knitting Section.


All electrical wiring should be well and properly supported to avoid suddenfalling down.


08 Dec 2014

Standard: Alliance Standard Part 10 Section 10.3.2, 10.3.4.3, and 10.3.5

Question: Stranded conductors having a nominal cross-sectional area 6mm2 or greaterare provided with cable sockets. Conductors below 6 mm2 without cablesockets, all strands at the exposed ends are soldered together or are crimpedusing suitable sleeve or ferrules.



Description: In MDB/DB/SDBs cables should be attached using splicing joint at their busbarwith using cable lugs. Cables shall be connected to terminals only by solderedor welded lugs, unless the terminals are of such form that it is possible tosecurely clamp them w

Source of Findings: Visual Assessment: Cable sockets not used to terminate the cables in MCCBfor some of the distribution boards.Location-SDB-2(winding section).


Need to reconnect with proper size of cable sockets.


08 Dec 2014

Standard: Alliance Standards Part 10 Section 10.3.8.3 Cable Ends

Question: Electrical connections at equipment, fixtures, etc are properly secured.



Description: "Connections between conductors and between conductors and otherequipment shall provide durable electrical continuity and adequate mechanicalstrength and protection"Location-Ground FL/SDB/DB/Sewing Section.

Source of Findings: Photograph: All connection are not secured .

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Date: 17 Jun 2014




If flexible metallic hose is used for wiring to motors and other equipment, thewiring is enclosed to the full lengths, and the hose secured properly byapproved.


08 Dec 2014

Standard: Alliance Standards Part 10 Section 10.3.1 Electrical Connections

Question: Mechanical guards are provided for electrical equipment and wiring wherenecessary.



Description: Rotating parts of electrical equipment and wiring should have mechanicalguards. Mechanical guard is not provided for cables.Location-MDB-1,2.SDB(GF).

Source of Findings: Visual Assessment: Mechanical guard is not provided for cables.


Survey all locations to identify missing mechanical guards. Provide mechanicalguards for electrical equipment where necessary. Consult a qualified electricalengineer to determine the appropriate type of mechanical guards based onlocation and service ty


12 Dec 2014

Standard: Alliance Standard Part 10 Section 10.3 Electrical Wiring and Cabling, 10.6.5Cables, and 10.7 Main Switch, Switchboards And Metal Clad Switchgear

Question: Do switchboards and/or distribution boards have capacity information labels?



Description: Capacity labels helps to understand the maximum numbers of protectivedevices can be accommodate and what is the capacity of the boxes is also canbe understand from the information label. Means of prevention of installingexceeding the designed number of

Source of Findings: Visual Assessment: Switchboards and/or distribution boards have no capacityinformation labels.


Check the adequacy of the boxes interns of free spaces and capacity.


08 Dec 2014

Standard: Alliance Standard Part 10 Section 10.7 Main Switch, Switchboards And MetalClad Switchgear and 10.13.7 Inspection of the Installation

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Date: 17 Jun 2014



Question: Are electrical wiring/cables properly identified?



Description: Electrical wiring/cables are not properly identified.

Source of Findings: Photograph: Electrical wiring/cables are not properly identified. Location-AllMDB/DB/SDB.


All Phase conductors, Neutral and Earth should follow the colour code.


08 Dec 2014

Standard: Bangladesh Electricity Rules 1937 Rule 51 and 56

Question: Cable joints are through porcelain/PVC connectors with PIB tape woundaround joint.



Description: Cable joint should be done in accordance with the direction described in thestandards to avoid loose connections.

Source of Findings: Visual Assessment: Improper cable joints were found.


Survey all wiring to identify all areas of non compliance. Ensure cable jointsthrough porcelain/PVC connectors with PIB tape wound around joint.


19 Dec 2014

Standard: Alliance Standards Part 10 Section 10.3.8.4 Cable Joints

Question: Lighting fixtures are supported from the structure and seismic bracing isinstalled as required.



Description: In industrial premises lighting fittings shall be supported by suitablepipe/conduits, brackets fabricated from structural steel, steel chains or similarmaterials depending upon the type and weight of the fittings.Location-GF(Sewing section)

Source of Findings: Visual Assessment: Lighting Fixtures are fixed with bracket Chanel.


Provide proper support for lighting fixtures from the structure and seismicbracing.

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Date: 17 Jun 2014




15 Dec 2014

Standard: Alliance Standards Part 10 Section 10.3.6 Lighting Fittings

Question: Are junction boxes and other electrical devices provided with covers?



Description: Proper junction boxes need to be used wherever joints are in conductors orcross-over of conductors takes place. Junction boxes should have cover tokeep free of lint buildup to reduce the potential for ignition. LOcation-GF

Source of Findings: Visual Assessment: Junction boxes have not cover.


Provide adequate covers for junction boxes and other electrical devices.


Standard: Alliance Standard Part 10 Section 10.3.5 and 13.6.2

Question: Are there additional areas of non-compliance to report?



Description: Switchboards/or Socket installed by Wooden board

Source of Findings:



Standard: Not Applicable

Question: Are electrical insulation mats provided in front of substation, switchboardsand/or distribution boards?

Priority Level: Low


Description: Graded insulation/rubber mat need to provide in front of all switchboards anddistribution boxes to prevent electrical shocks during working inside.location-ALL DB/MDB.

Source of Findings: Photograph: Electrical insulation mats provided in front of substation,switchboards and/or distribution boards.

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Date: 17 Jun 2014




Provide electrical insulation mats in front of distribution boards.


08 Dec 2014

Standard: Alliance Standard Part 10 Section 10.13.7 Inspection of the Installation.

Question: Phase separators are provided between terminals on circuit breakers.

Priority Level: Low


Description: "Phase separator is need to provide for the terminals of circuit breakers toprevent arcing and short circuit between phases."

Source of Findings: Photograph: Phase Separator is not fixed on circuit breakers.


Install phase separators between terminal connections. Verify phaseseparators are installed at all remaining locations.


08 Dec 2014

Standard: Alliance Standard Part 10 Section 10.3.1 Electrical Connections

Question: Are meters and other electrical devices (Ammeter, Voltmeter, PFI AutoController, etc) installed on the main electrical equipment operational?

Priority Level: Low


Description: Ammeter, Voltmeter are not working in this factory. These meters are theprimary source to see the current status of the system.

Source of Findings: Photograph: Some of the meters and other electrical devices (Ammeter,Voltmeter, PFI Auto Controller, etc)is not installed on the main electricalboard.Location


Ammeter, Voltmeter should be installed on MDB/DB .


08 Dec 2014

Standard: Alliance Standard 10.13.7 Inspection of the Installation

Question: Signage indicating the prohibition of light fixtures without protective covers isinstalled at required locations.

Priority Level: Low


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Date: 17 Jun 2014



Description: Signage indicating the prohibition of light fixtures without protective coversmust be installed at required locations.Location-Ground FL/sewing.

Source of Findings: Visual Assessment: At knitting section Signage indicating not proper work,ongoing damage.


Light fixtures without protective covers (otherwise known as naked lights) shallnot be allowed in storage areas or in any area where the Inspector of theFactories Rules disallows these fixtures. Install signs posted in Bengali andEnglish, indicating th


08 Dec 2014

Standard: Alliance Standards Part 10 Section 10.15 Naked Lights

Question: Required equipment and safety signage is posted within the room.

Priority Level: Low


Description:

Source of Findings:



Standard: Alliance Standard Part 10 Section 10.3.7, Section 10.7.3, and 10.13.7, NFPA70 Chapter 1 Article 110.21, and Bangladesh Electricity Rules of 1937 Rule 46

Emergency Power System

Question: Is the generator room properly rated and physically separated from theremainder of the building?



Description: The generator room physically separated from the remainder of the buildingbut not properly rated.

Source of Findings: Photograph: Generator room not fire rated.


Need to fire rated building for generator.


Standard: Alliance Standards Part 10 Section 10.8.4 Generator Room

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Date: 17 Jun 2014



Question: Are cable trenches properly covered?



Description: All cable trenches should have covers of non-inflammable material.Underground cables for electrical distribution on thepremises/garden/compound of the building shall be encased in GI or PVCpipes and laid in earth trenches of 600 mm (24 in,). Armored ca

Source of Findings: Visual Assessment: Such issue not found.


Provide adequate non combustible cover on cable trench.


26 Dec 2014

Standard: Alliance Standard Part 10 Section 10.13.7 Inspection of the Installation

Question: Are emergency power switchboards, distribution boards, and circuits properlyidentified?



Description: All emergency power switchboards, distribution boards, and circuits need to beproperly identified to easy locate and maintain to get service in need. Noidentification evident here in all areas.

Source of Findings: Visual Assessment: No identification evident here in all areas.


All boxes and enclosures (including transfer switches, generators, and powerpanels) for emergency circuits shall be permanently marked so they will bereadily identified as a component of an emergency circuit or system. Therequired marking can be


15 Oct 2014

Standard: NFPA 70 Chapter 7 Article 700.10 Wiring, Emergency System

Question: Is an uninterruptable power supply (UPS) provided?



Description: Uninterrupted power supply is used to supply power to the lights andcomputers as the installed generator is the prime power for the factory.

Source of Findings: Visual Assessment: There is no UPS/IPS in this factory.

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Date: 17 Jun 2014




UPS/IPS should be installed for life safety load (Fire alarm, Emergency light,exit signage).


08 Dec 2014

Standard: Not Applicable

Question: Is the generator room properly ventilated



Description:

Source of Findings:



Standard: Alliance Standards Part 10 Section 10.8.4 Generator Room

Question: Is the generator frame earthing (grounding) provided at two separate points?



Description: Generator frame earthing shall be at two points separately.

Source of Findings: Visual Assessment: Generator frame earthing found at one point.


Generator frame earthing shall be two points separately.


08 Dec 2014

Standard: Alliance Standard 10.8.2.2

Question: Are inspection, maintenance, and testing procedures of the emergencygenerator being completed and documented?

Priority Level: Low


Description: Not found proper document.Document on inspection, maintenance, and testingprocedures of the generator need to be documented.

Source of Findings: Visual Assessment: Not found proper document.

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KRISHAN KNITTING



Date: 17 Jun 2014




Inspection, maintenance, and testing procedures of the generator reviewedand found ok."Establish a routine maintenance and testing program for theemergency generator. The program shall be based on all of the following: (1)Manufacturer's recommend


15 Oct 2014

Standard: NFPA 110 Chapter 8

Lightning Protection System

Question: Is a lightning protection system installed on the building?



Description: A building shall have protection against lightning depending on the probabilityof a stroke and acceptable risk levels. A complete lightning protection systemshall consist of air termination network, down conductors and earthtermination.

Source of Findings: Photograph: This factory has not the lightning protection system as perstandard.


lightning protection should be installed as per standard.Have a qualifiedelectrical engineer design a lightning protection system according to the BNBCrequirements. Have a licensed electrician install the designed system.


08 Dec 2014

Standard: Alliance Standards Part 10 Section 10.11 Lightning Protection. Calculate RiskIndex to determine if required.

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Date: 17 Jun 2014



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