SOP For Capacitor Bank
SOP For Capacitor Bank
: KHI-IFM-INTT-SOP-003
Standard Operating Procedure
Planned Preventive Maintenance for Capacitor bank Version: 2.0
1: Introduction
Capacitor bank is merely a grouping of several capacitors of the same rating. Capacitor banks may be connected in
series or parallel, depending upon the desired rating. As with an individual capacitor, banks of capacitors are used to
store electrical energy and condition the flow of that energy.
2: Purpose
The purpose of this Standard operating procedure (SOP) is to set a procedure, which the technician will follow to
ensure the work is as per the technical and HSE standards.
3: Scope
Permit to work (If Required)
Isolate power source
De-energize, Test and confirm, there is no power source available
Ensure earthing is proper
All power tools used should be of low voltage If possible, the tools should be double insulated with joint free
cables, PAT tested and tagged.
Do not wear any jeweler while working with electricity and near rotating equipment.
Proper access with fall protection (Ladders can be used for short duration, Scaffolds to be used for longer
duration and height. Work at height permit to be obtained if working at higher elevations)
Manual handling is allowed for load below 20 kg only, for loads above mechanical handling to be employed.
This load is not permissible at higher elevations.
All enclosed area and tanks are considered as confined spaces and is controlled by permit Do not enter this
area unless atmosphere concentration is tested and confirmed safe and proper ventilation, adequate lighting
and safe access is provided.
Provision for collection and proper disposal of spills to be provided to avoid flooding and damage of assets.
MSDS of chemicals used should be displayed (if any is used).
Breathing protection to be used to avoid contaminated / Toxic dust entering in to the body by inhalation
Hearing protection to be used in plant rooms where noise levels are high
All other appropriate P.P.E to be worn
Long hair, long beard and loose clothing is a hazard of entanglement near moving equipment
Hand tools to be inspected and tagged
Do not remove any protection guards
Hot work is controlled by permit, All necessary precautions like fire watch, fire blankets, flash back arrestor etc.
to be provided, all sparks from cutting or welding activities
Portable fire protection systems and adequate singes to be posted
Never attempt to reach overhead services without adequate access and proper visibility.
Tool Box talk to be provided every day by the respective hard services supervisor or authorized technician
briefing the PPM expectations.
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4: Responsibilities
Site leadership team is responsible in devising the PPM schedule and in ensuring that the team on ground
follow the Annual PPM schedule.
The Annual PPM schedule includes the Frequency of the PPM based on the asset condition. (FMR register to be
reviewed to validate if the PPM schedule captures the assets requiring regular maintenance)
Site leadership to ensure system is functioning optimally after the PPM task.
Site leadership to ensure care and maintenance requirements are followed by maintenance staff during the
PPM.
Site leadership team to validate the completed PPM tasks and to check in random the completed task to ensure the
service standards as per the OEM recommendations.
5: Safety Precautions
Prior to any maintenance, shut off the electric power supply and lockout
Check if the panel corresponds to the jockey pump in which we are going to work
Check if there is any restriction or permit requirement in the equipment to open the panel. In that case inform,
your immediate manager
To avoid hand injuries, always wear gloves
Check if anything is forgotten before starting the unit again
Never stop the motor by hand, but let it stop on its own
Excessive grease can cause overheating
Call for help for help for the Team Leader
Conduct scene survey and make sure you are safe before touching the victim
Make sure that there is no unsafe electrical power source
If there is live electrical source Isolate the supply source if possible or try to release the victim with adequately
insulated safe material if you are totally safe, never use insulated metal
Never attempt to give any First Aid unless you are trained, and the scene is totally safe
Never attempt to move the victim or administer first aid unless you are sure that the victim sustains no spinal
injuries and the scene is totally safe
Check Air way, Breathing and Circulation and establish if possible Arrest bleeding make sure not to come in to
contact with blood without gloves
C.P.R. mouth to mouth mask and latex gloves to be carried along with first aid provisions
Administer C.P.R Only if you are trained and the victim sustains no spinal injuries.
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6: Procedure
SI No. Activity Photograph
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Barricade the area with warning tags / signs, make sure all
9. Warning Tags / Emergency Contact numbers are placed and
electrical room is locked
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Fill the PPM Check list and take the signatures from
17.
concerned Parties.
7: Reference Documents
ASSOCIATED CHECKLIST, FORMS OR DRAWING
Checklist Number: KHI-IFM-INTT-F-005
8: Revision & Approval
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