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SUMMARY
Network Standard NS 201 is EnergyAustralias specification for the design and installation of
Aerial All Dielectric Self Supporting Fibre Optic Networks.
ISSUE
EnergyAustralia staff: This Standard is for issue to all staff involved with the design and construction
of underground sub-transmission lines forming part of EnergyAustralias network, and for general
reference by field, technical and engineering staff.
Where this standard is issued as a controlled document replacing an earlier edition; remove and
destroy the superseded document.
All other persons involved with construction work in substations, including Accredited Service
Providers and Contractors: This document is issued on an uncontrolled basis. Users are responsible
for ensuring that the document they are using is current and includes any amendments issued since
the date on the document.
EnergyAustralia maintains a copy of this and other Network Standards together with updates and
amendments on www.energy.com.au.
EnergyAustralia also offers a subscription service which provides for updates and amendments to
standards on payment of an annual fee.
DISCLAIMER
As EnergyAustralias standards are subject to ongoing review, the information contained in this
document may be amended by EnergyAustralia at any time.
It is possible that conflict may exist between standard documents. In this event, the most recent
standard is to prevail.
This document has been developed using information available from field and other sources and is
suitable for most situations encountered in EnergyAustralia. Particular conditions, projects or localities
may require special or different practices. It is the responsibility of the local manager, supervisor,
assured quality contractor and the individuals involved to ensure that a safe system of work is
employed and that statutory requirements are met.
EnergyAustralia disclaims any and all liability to any person or persons for any procedure, process or
any other thing done or not done, as a result of this Network Standard.
INTERPRETATION
In the event that the user of this document is uncertain about any information or provision herein, the
user should contact EnergyAustralia for clarification. EnergyAustralias interpretation shall then apply
as though it was included in the Standard, and is final and binding.
Network Standard
NS 201
All Dielectric Self Supporting Fibre Optic Cabling for Installation
on Distribution Assets
February 2008
CONTENTS
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INTRODUCTION ......................................................................................................... 1
1.1
1.2
1.3
Purpose ............................................................................................................ 1
Scope ............................................................................................................... 1
References and other relevant standards........................................................ 1
Abbreviations ................................................................................................... 2
Definitions......................................................................................................... 3
Asbestos........................................................................................................... 4
Environment ..................................................................................................... 4
Council ............................................................................................................. 4
Roads and Traffic Authority.............................................................................. 4
Other Notices ................................................................................................... 4
EXCLUSIONS.............................................................................................................. 5
POLE CLASSIFICATIONS........................................................................................... 6
7.1
7.2
7.3
MINIMUM CLEARANCES............................................................................................ 7
8.1
8.2
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10.2
10.3
10.4
10.5
10.6
10.7
10.8
10.9
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Introduction
Purpose
This document provides an overview of the minimum requirements that are to be used when
constructing an All Dielectric Self Supporting (ADSS) circular fibre optic cabling system
attached to EnergyAustralia assets.
An optical cable network must provide a very high service level for continuity of both internal
control networks and other services. Installation must be carried out by experienced
personnel in a professional manner in order to minimize the risk of subsequent failure.
1.2
Scope
The intent of this document is to provide a general guide to the technical issues that must be
addressed in the design and construction of an ADSS communications network on
EnergyAustralia assets. It is neither practical nor possible to cover every issue that may arise
during a network rollout. In the event that clarification is required the reader must contact the
Manager, Engineering Standards and Research.
1.3
NUS 100
NEG TC01
NS 203
NS 204
ENA C(b)1
ENA NENS
04-2006
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Compliance Requirements
Design and construction shall:
comply with all relevant provisions of applicable legislation, regulations and industry
codes of practice including any relevant Codes;
comply with such other codes, procedures or standards as agreed between the Parties
from time to time; and
comply with EnergyAustralia documents including but not limited to Network Standards,
Network Management Plan and Electrical Safety Rules as relevant and appropriate.
be aware of and reference NEG-TC01, All Dielectric Self Supporting Cable on Poles
Design Guidelines
3.1
Abbreviations
ABC
ADSS
AS
Australian Standards
CMEN
EA
EnergyAustralia
EPR
ES
Electrical Standard
GIS
HFC
HV
High Voltage
IM
Integral Messenger
kN
kilo Newton
kV
kilo Volt
LFI
LV
Low Voltage
NS
Network Standard
OH&S
PE
PSTN
UGOH
XLPE
Cross-linked polyethylene
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the
time
relevant
to
the
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Definitions
ADSS
Catenary
The side of the pole on the far side of the on-coming traffic
(with pole and on-coming traffic on same side of road).
High Voltage
Low Voltage
Pole
Project Manager
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Regulatory Issues
All work carried out on EnergyAustralias network and/or its poles must be in accordance with
EnergyAustralias Electrical Safety Rules.
Design and construction must comply with all relevant provisions of applicable legislation,
regulations and industry codes of practice as well as any relevant Australian and International
Standards, as detailed in Standards Clause and Occupational Health and Safety Clause of
the Design and Deployment Agreement.
4.1
Asbestos
All materials and equipment used for construction of EnergyAustralias assets are to be free
from asbestos and / or asbestos related products. Suppliers are expected to comply with the
Occupational Health and Safety Act 2000 (NSW) together with the Occupational Health and
Safety Regulation 2001 (NSW) and confirm in writing that all products supplied to
EnergyAustralia contain no asbestos related materials.
4.2
Environment
ADSS project plans shall consider the environmental impacts of the proposed installation and
satisfy the requirements of the Environmental Planning and Assessment Act 1979. An
Environmental Impact Assessment may be required before works can commence. Refer to
NUS 174 Environmental Procedures, for further information regarding environmental
issues. Alternatively, contact EnergyAustralia.
4.3
Council
Relevant local councils must be informed, in writing, with a minimum of 40 days notice, of any
EnergyAustralia plans to construct aerial communications infrastructure. Councils must be
asked to advise if special zoning or consent requirements apply to the proposed works in the
relevant area.
4.4
4.5
Other Notices
Some projects may require prior consultation and notices with other authorities including: Rail
Infrastructure Corporation, Australian Rail Track Corporation and TransGrid.
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Exclusions
This Network Standard describes the requirement for the aerial communications systems
deployed with cable that is circular in cross-section and entirely non-conductive (alldielectric). Excluded are cabling systems that contain conductive cable components such as
metallic armouring, integral bearer wires or metallic catenary supports.
This Network Standard does not describe the requirements for ADSS to be installed in areas
of extreme pollution. ADSS must not be installed without prior consultation with
EnergyAustralia in areas where there is a perceived risk that extreme pollution may cause the
outer sheath of the cable to become conductive and be subject to electrical tracking or other
electric field effects.
Some specific pole types will require modifications to the normal attachment to the pole to
facilitate safe access and operation of the power system equipment such as air break
switches, pole mounted transformers.
Service poles should not be used for main communications lines.
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Pole Classifications
Not all poles within the area serviced by EnergyAustralia are owned by EnergyAustralia2. The
Project Manager is responsible for confirming the ownership of any pole. Plans from
EnergyAustralias GIS may provide an indication of those poles owned by EnergyAustralia.
Poles proposed to be used for the construction of the communication network can be
classified as being one of three types, i.e.
During the route planning and design process the classification for each pole along the
desired route (i.e. Normal, Special or Condemned) shall be determined.
7.1
7.2
staked pole, (refer to NS 145 Pole Inspection and Treatment Procedures, a reinforced
(nailed or splinted) pole, a pole with the original foundation supplemented with a
structural support system).
limited life pole, (refer to NS 145 Pole Inspection and Treatment Procedures, for
definition).
stayed pole, (where a stay wire or wires are used between the pole and a support point
to adequately counter the resultant conductor tension).
stay pole, (an additional pole providing suitable leverage to which a stay wire is
attached to counter conductor tension).
The installation of ADSS fittings on Special Shared use poles may require the relocation of
existing plant, or the construction of additional overhead infrastructure, such as a cross arm
or stand-off bracket.
It is recommended to avoid locating ADSS terminations on Special Shared Use poles.
Common-Use Pole. Refer to NS 145. A pole belonging to another public utility or authority, on which
EnergyAustralias wires are attached. The pole is mainly used to carry conductors belonging to the owner of the pole.
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Defective Poles A single 75mm wide highly visible orange band secured around the
pole at least 2.4m above ground but below 3m, encircling the whole pole, marked with
Black X X Xs
Condemned poles must be removed from service or stabilised without undue delay. If you
find a pole you consider to be dangerous, you must report it immediately to the
EnergyAustralia Supervisor/Contract Officer/Customer Service Office to ensure appropriate
action is taken.
In the case of a condemned pole the Project Manager shall organise that the pole be
replaced as part of the Make Ready Work program prior to installation of any further
infrastructure.
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8.1
Minimum Clearances
ADSS Minimum Clearances from Aerial Fixed Attachments
The EA Electrical Safety Rules sets out the minimum safe working distances from live
exposed conductors. In all cases the latest revision of the Electrical Safety Rules must be
observed.
The table below shows the minimum clearances of the aerial cabling system from other
overhead plant at the closest point in the span, with conductors at maximum sag:
ADSS below the conductors up to and
including 33kV
Minimum clearance at
maximum sag
300 mm
500 mm
200 mm
Notes:
1. For voltages 66kV and above, the cable manufacturer shall be asked to advise as to the
cable placement, which minimises electric field effects, based upon the overhead
electricity construction. The cable manufacturer may suggest the use of an anti-tracking
cable sheath and/or corona coils.
In considering the point of attachment for ADSS cables, the designer, Project Manager and
installer shall consider:
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Access requirements for future repairs and maintenance of the ADSS cable and other
aerial plant.
The mid-span clearance of the cable considering the sag of ADSS and overhead
conductors
Please also refer to NEG TC 01, ADSS Cables on Poles Design Guidelines.
8.2
6500
6500
(see note 2)
6500
6000
5500
5000
15,000
(see note 3)
above MHW
Notes:
1.
Some local councils and private land-holders impose minimum clearances different from
those in the above table. The Project Manager shall confirm with the relevant authorities
whether different clearances are required.
2.
Over land in industrial areas, in particular driveways where LV cables exist, the ADSS
can be installed below 6500mm PROVIDED the ADSS cables are located a minimum of
125mm higher than the LV cable.
3.
*The NSW Maritime Crossing Guide must be referred to for ADSS installations with
water crossings. The installer must adhere to any clearance implied or mandated by this
Guide. The Manager Engineering Standards and Research can advise
EnergyAustralias nominated expert for this document. Note that alterations may be
required to existing signage should there be any change to safety clearance.
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9.2
9.3
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Grommet/Gland Sealing
9.4
Pit Construction
Refer to NS 204 Communications Pits Specifications and Installation Guidelines for
more detailed requirements on the specification and installation of pits.
9.5
UGOH Construction
Refer to EnergyAustralia Network Standard NS127 which details maximum number of
UGOHs on a pole (including telco UGOHs), placement, mechanical protection, etc.
Mechanical protection (i.e. top hat) shall be used at the base of the pole and also in any other
areas on the pole where the ADSS cable is exposed to damage from physical impact. If
practical, the downlead cable shall be mechanically protected. This mechanical protection
below the overhead mains is to prevent damage by pole platforms and ladders.
Care shall be taken to ensure that the items attached to a pole cannot be used as a means of
climbing the pole.
ADSS cable may be run underground provided that it is duct installed (as opposed to direct
buried), the maximum pulling tension of the cable is not exceeded, the cable used includes a
water blocking compound and the cable is termite resistant.
UGOHs may be required for underground sections of ADSS cabling, or where a coil or splice
enclosure is to be pit installed.
The conduit elbow used to bring the duct up the pole must have a greater radius than the
minimum bend radius of the cable under load.
An UGOH construction is illustrated below.
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ADSS Hanger Fitting Line Deviation Max 30 Degrees, 350m < Span < 600m
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ADSS Double Yoke Hanger Fitting Line Deviation Max 60 Degrees, 350m < Span < 600m
ADSS Double Termination Fitting Line Deviation greater than 60 Degrees, 350m
< Span < 600m
The shackles, chain and other fittings used for the long-span terminations must be rated at
70kiloNewton. Long-span terminations must use tongue bolts, rather than hook-bolts.
Structural rods used for long-span fittings are longer than those used for shorter spans.
9.7
All steelwork, including bolts passing through timber, shall be hot dipped galvanised to
AS-1650 (Hot dipped galvanising on ferrous articles) and/or as appropriate AS-1214
(Hot dipped galvanised coatings on threaded fasteners )
All galvanised bolts shall be coated before installation on their threaded section with
a KOPR-KOTE anti-seize lubricant, stockcode H19942.
After tightening nuts on their bolt, the thread immediately behind the nut must be burred to
prevent loosening.
Readers are advised to make themselves aware of the specific OH&S requirements when
working on CCA (treated) poles.
The preferred location for pole-mounted ADSS Splice Enclosures is the down-traffic side of
the pole. However, the location shall be selected with consideration given to the visual
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amenity of the installation, future access by means of a ladder or otherwise and current or
planned additions to the pole.
9.8
Cable Coils
A coil of minimum 40m length must be installed with each splice enclosure. To facilitate
repairs, relocations and future break-outs, a minimum 40m folded figure 8 coil must also be
installed at least every 500 metres in urban areas and every 1000 metres in rural areas for
each ADSS installation. This includes the coils co-located with splice enclosures. When
planning coil locations, it is recommended to consider the areas most likely to be subject to
cable damage such as road crossings. Coil installation requires a double termination fitting.
Coils can be conveniently located where a double termination fitting is otherwise required.
The minimum distance above ground for the bottom of the coil is 4000 mm. The
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maximum height is to suit retrieval by unqualified staff and to suit the available ladders
Coil brackets for ADSS loop storage shall conform to the minimum no-load bend radius
of the cable. The bracket manufacturer should be informed of the specification of the
selected cable.
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The coil bracket shall be mounted below the splice enclosure, with approximately 90
degrees rotation between the two fixtures.
The coil must be suitably secured to the bracket with cable ties and the bottom of the
coil must be secured to avoid swinging in the wind.
9.9
Vibration Dampers
Vibration dampers are not required for spans less than 75m. A minimum of two vibration
dampers should be installed for each span over 75m, where the span is not sufficiently
shielded from Aeolian vibration by trees, buildings or other structures.
For spans greater than 200m, more than two vibration dampeners may be required per span.
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Cable Downleads
Cable attached to the pole shall be secured in place with down-lead cushions
Care should be taken when tightening downlead cushions. Over-tightening cushions can lead
to cable damage.
A minimum of 2 downlead cushions must be used on each pole requiring a downlead.
9.11
Abrasion Protection
The cable shall be protected from abrasion. Abrasion protection is required from poles at
dead ends and in locations where the ADSS may rub against installed plant eg. at stay cables
9.12
Cross Arms
Note that the fitting may also be attached below the cross-arm.
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9.13
5
Confirm the current status of this investigation prior to undertaking any work on steel poles .
5 One solution that would be satisfactory is to fabricate a gasket of 1 or 2mm thick, black Neoprene
(polychloroprene ) for fitting between the stainless steel band and the pole.
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10.2
Route Survey
A route survey should be conducted, to determine the appropriate cable route, type and
number of required fittings, necessary make-ready-work, required stringing sheaves and
cable installation technique. Road crossings and busy intersections shall be avoided.
Refer to Mains Overhead NEG OH04 for design guidance for the route
10.3
Pole Preparation
All poles should be dressed with the necessary fittings before stringing takes place.
10.4
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the Project Manager should consider requesting that this facility be suspended during the
construction phase.
The Project Manager shall request standard installation instructions and manuals, for the
cable and fittings used from the suppliers.
10.5
10.6
Relocating Assets
Any holes resulting from the removal or adjustment of overhead apparatus shall be securely
plugged, by an approved method such as inserting 14mm Preschem rods into the hole and
then plugging it at either end with CCA-treated timber plugs.
10.7
Cable Care
The number of cable splices shall be minimised. The cable must not be cut at every ADSS
termination pole.
Cut ADSS cable shall be capped with a mastic-lined heat-shrink end-cap. If a cable has not
been capped in such a weatherproof fashion, 1m of cable shall be removed before the cable
is spliced.
10.8
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Cable re-tensioning
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must be collected, collated and checked by the Project Manager or Supervisor responsible for
the project, certified and signed as complete and returned as indicated in Network Standard
NUS 100, to reach the Geographic Information Officers for the relevant area, for updating of
EnergyAustralias Geographic Information System.
11.1
other services in sites designated for EnergyAustralia tenure for network purposes,
such as distribution substation sites owned or leased attachments and equipment on
EnergyAustralias poles, (record in NAMS Poles and Pillars and Street Lighting where
relevant).
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EnergyAustralia.
This document must not be reproduced in whole or in part or
converted to machine readable form or stored in a computer or
imaging system without the written permission of EnergyAustralia.
Revision History
Initial issue:
24/11/2006
Document Control
Authorised By: Bob Sloan
Date:24/11/2006
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