This method statement provides steps for the installation of access control security system in order for operatives to understand the work to be executed, how it is to be executed while making references to other technical standards and relevant national/international standards.
Method statement covers installation of ACS access control system including brackets, supports wiring & accessories etc.
There can be different project specifications which might require separate and customized methods specific to different projects.
Tools & Equipment Requirements
- Electrician tool Kit
- Drill machine
- Tools and spanner sets
- Crimping tool with crimping bits for all required sizes
- Line Tester
- Multimeter
- Pipe bend and threading machines.
- Continuity Tester
- Programming software tools
INSTALLATION PROCEDURE ACCESS CONTROL SYSTEM
Drawing for installation of ACS shall be approved and shall be coordinated with other services.
Room clearance & proper access shall be provided as per approved program.
Location/area shall be ready for site installation. Prior to the installation, the area where the items to be installed shall be inspected to ensure architectural works and finishing are complete and area is free from dust.
Wall or ceiling mounting of the product should follow the instructions for the mount used and use approved installation practice appropriate for the structure and material the mount is being attached to.
Prior to the installation, check all cabling as per wiring detail drawings.
Mark the device / panels location and leave enough length of cable at both ends for termination.
During installation, drilling operation is required on the wall with proper marking.
Check the power and control wiring at panel end.
At panel end make the proper insulation to the wiring to protect from cable damage.
Installation of Card Reader
Exact location of the card reader shall be as per approved Access Control System Device Layout plan.
The height of the card reader shall be as per typical mounting height 1.2 m bottom line of card reader from finish floor level.
Remove mounting plate from the Card reader and fix into concealed back box using screw proper hardware.
Pull out the field wiring from back box through card reader mounting plate hole.
For termination, stripe the cable with wire stripper then twist the cable and screw it into the card reader terminal strip as per typical wiring detail diagram.
Push back all the excess cables into the concealed back box and fix the card reader in the mounting plate.
Single and Dual Reader Interface
Exact location of the single reader interface shall be as per approved drawing.
Single reader interface will be installed as per the access control system approved shop drawing and as per installation manual.
Install appropriate enclosure power supply onto the wall above false ceiling as mentioned in the approved drawing.
Fix the single reader interface inside the enclosure. Ensure all the screw fastened and SRI is installed perfectly.
Bring all the cables from conduit / trunking into the enclosure and then take them out for labeling and termination.
Labeling and termination of cable to be carried out as per Access Control typical Wiring Details Drawing.
For termination, stripe the cable with wire stripper then twist the cable and screw it into the card reader controller terminal strip as per typical wiring detail diagram.
Push back all the excess cables into the concealed back box and fix the card reader controller in the mounting plate.
Follow the same procedure to install the Dual reader interface (DRI).
Take 12V DC output from the enclosure power supply and connect to the DRI or SRI POWER IN terminal
Installation Of Request to Exit Push Button
The Request to exit button shall be installed on the secure side of the door.
The Final location of the RTE shall be as per the approved Access control system layout drawing.
The Final mounting height of the RTE shall be as per the approved Access control System layout drawing.
Pullout the cable from the 3X3 back box installed embedded on the wall. Terminate the appropriate cable on the RTE and mount the RTE on the 3X3 backbox.
All the labeling of devices and cables shall be in accordance with the approved Access control layout drawing.
Installation of Door Contacts
Doors are monitored by door contacts used different types for timber, metal and glass doors.
The cabled part for door contact will be installed on the door frame and the moving part of the door contact on the door shutter.
The Final location and mounting distance from the door frame and door type will be as per the approved typical installation drawings.
All the labeling of devices and cables shall be accordance with the access control layout drawing.
Installation Of Electromagnetic Lock, Drop Bolt, Contacts & Brackets
The final accessories i.e. Electromagnetic lock, drop bolt, door contacts and brackets locations and mounting distance from the door frame and door type will be as per the approved door installation drawings.
All the labeling of devices and cables shall be accordance with the access control layout drawing.
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