June 99
1.
VA Master Construction Specifications have been
developed for most electrical work. Where
applicable, edit and use them in preparing the
project specifications.
2.
Develop specifications for any system or
equipment required for which a VA Master
Construction specification is not available. The
system or equipment specified must be available
from at least three manufacturers.
PROTECTIVE DEVICE STUDY: Prepare and submit to the VA,
3.
short circuit calculations to justify selection of equipment for the
project.
4.
RACEWAYS:
4.1
General: All wiring shall be contained in raceways.
4.2
Concealed and Exposed:
a. Locate electrical conduits in compliance with the
National Fire Codes, Uniform Building Code, and OSHA
Standards. Bring provisions of local building codes which
are significantly different from the VA listed governing
codes by the architect engineer.
b. Electrical conduits may be exposed in the following
buildings and spaces, unless finished ceilings are present:
1. Sheds
2. Storage Buildings
3. Mechanical equipment rooms
4. Service rooms
5. Engineering shop buildings
6. Garages
c. Electrical conduits may be exposed in electrical rooms
and wire closets (electric, telephone, and signal).
d. Electrical conduits may be placed in concrete floors
and walls.
e. Locate vertical runs in pipe spaces, pipe chases, or in
furred-in space, preferably adjacent to permanent
structures.
f. Do not locate electrical conduits where they will be
subjected to damage or rupture. Where unavoidable
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