8606 Foundations for Miscellaneous Electrical Equipment
REVISION 07/08/13
8606.1 General
This supplementary specification refers to the construction of the foundations for new electrical equipment, where specified in the project Drawings, and/or the manufacturer’s shop
drawings/standard drawings where applicable.
8606.2 Referenced Documents
This supplementary specification shall be read in conjunction with the following:
• MRS01 “Introduction to Specifications”;
• MRTS01 “Introduction to Technical Specifications”; and
• the project Drawings, and/or manufacturer’s drawings and specifications.
8606.3 Description of Works
The following work items are covered by this supplementary specification:
Task Item No. Description Unit of
Measurement 8606 Construction of foundation(s) for [equipment description]
(Refer project Drawing [no])
each
8606.4 Work Operations
Work operations incorporated in this item will include:
a) Work operations included in Clause 2.1.5 of MRS01 “Introduction to Specifications”;
b) Excavation for foundation;
c) Utilising or disposing of surplus excavated material;
d) Compacting material at bottom of excavations;
e) Supply of all materials;
f) Supply and placement of rag bolt assembly, as required;
g) Construction of concrete footing;
h) Finishing and curing of concrete; and i) Stripping formwork and clean up.
8606.5 Measurement and Payment
Construction of foundations shall be measured for each type of electrical equipment, as stated in Clause 8606.3.
