D.
3 Standard Operating Procedure
For
Electricity Connection
D. Building Construction SOP (Electricity)
Bangladesh Economic Zones Authority
D 3-1. Approval of Plans, Drawings and Specifications for Electrical Installation Works
(NOC)
Required Documents 1. Application Form (FORM-EC-01).
2. Letter of Allotment (LoA) issued by BEZA/Zone Developer.
3. Transformer capacity & its specification.
4. Specifications of HT& LT Switchgears, PFI Plant and
Lightning Arrestor.
5. Single line diagram of substation.
6. CT and PT specification for metering and protection.
7. Layout Plan of high-tension incoming power cable from
tapping point to substation.
8. Layout Plan of low-tension distribution line from
transformer secondary to Main Distribution Board (MDB)
and Sub Distribution Board (SDB).
9. Layout plan showing locations of substation, electrical
room and generator room following BNBC (Bangladesh
National Building Code).
10. Detailed drawings of switchgear panel with its specification.
11. Technical specification of over current and earth fault relay.
12. Calculation and Analysis of Harmonics and Voltage Flicker.
13. Schedule of installation works including power energizing date.
Legal Basis 1. The Electricity Act 2018.
2. The Electricity Rules 1937 and subsequent amendments
(Section-62).
3. The Electricity Regulations 1961 (Regulations made under
Section-48(1) of the Electricity Rules 1937) and subsequent
amendments.
Actual Procedures 1. The Applicant visits BEZA-OSS website and downloads
prescribed Application Form.
2. The Applicant submits the filled-in Application Form along
with required documents to BEZA OSS Center.
3. BEZA OSS Center checks the application and forwards to the
Office of the Chief Electric Inspector (OCEI).
4. The assigned Inspector reviews the documents and
recommends issuance of No Objection Certificate (NOC) for
Plans, Drawings and Specifications for Electrical Installation
Works if the other documents are in order.
5. OCEI issues NOC and forwards to BEZA OSS Center.
6. Upon receiving BEZA OSS Center handovers it to the
Applicant.
Required Processing Time 7(seven) working days
Application Fee Nil
Remarks If the EZ Developer has its own internal "Regulations for Electrical
Installation Works", the Applicant shall obtain an evidence of
confirmation of the Electricity Installation Plan and attach to the
application.
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Bangladesh Economic Zones Authority
D 3-2. Inspection of Electrical Installation and Approval for Electric Connection
Required Documents 1. Application Form (FORM-EC-02)
2. Documents related to substation:
i. Single line diagram of electrical substation (4 copies).
ii. Layout drawing with dimensions of electrical substation.
iii. Transformer manufacturer’s test certificate.
iv. Manufacturer's specification of HT & LT
Switchgears, PFI plant, Dropout Fuse & Lightning
Arrester.
v. Drawing of substation earthing system.
vi. Transformer oil test report (test should be performed by an
authorized entity/laboratory).
vii. Insulation and earth test report of substation.
3. Documents related to Inspection of Internal Wiring
i. List of equipment.
ii. Drawing of machine layout.
iii. Complete single line wiring diagram.
iv. Drawing of internal wiring earthing system.
v. Insulation and earth test report of internal wiring.
4. Document related to Inspection of Generator
i. Layout drawing.
ii. Generator specification.
iii. Generator control system specification and drawings.
5. Declaration of Electrical Supervisor and Electrical Contractor
stating that all electrical works has been done and all tests has been
performed complying with the essential requirements of the
relevant electrical rules and regulations.
Legal Basis 1. The Electricity Act 2018.
2. The Electricity Rules 1937 & subsequent amendments (Section-
62).
3. The Electricity Regulations 1961 (Regulations made under
Section 48(1) of the Electricity Rules 1937) and subsequent
amendments.
Actual Procedures 1. The Applicant visits BEZA OSS website and downloads
prescribed Application Form for Inspection of Electrical
Installation for Approval of Electrical Connection.
2. The Applicant submits the filled-in Application Form along
with required documents to BEZA OSS Center.
3. BEZA OSS Center checks the application and forwards to the
Office of the Chief Electric Inspector (OCEI)
4. After reviewing the documents, OCEI assigns an Inspector who
fixes the date of inspection and informs the list of items to be
inspected.
5. BEZA OSS Center informs the scheduled time and required
items to be inspected to the Applicant as well as the Zone
Developer (if applicable).
6. The Inspector conducts the electric inspection on the scheduled
date in presence of the Electrical Contractor and the Applicant
or his Assignee.
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Bangladesh Economic Zones Authority
7. Then the Inspector prepares the Electrical Inspection Report
and submit it to the Chief Electric Inspector.
8. If everything found satisfactory the Chief Electric Inspector
issues “Approval Letter for Electrical Connection” and
forwards it to BEZA OSS Center.
9. If any remedial or corrective measures are required, the
Inspector issues letter to the Applicant on behalf of the Chief
Electrical Inspector.
10. After remedial or corrective measures done, the Inspector
further inspects and prepares the Electrical Inspection Report
and submits to the Chief Electrical Inspector for issuance of
approval letter for electrical connection.
11. Receiving the “Approval Letter of Electrical Connection”,
BEZA OSS Center handovers it to the Applicant
Required Processing Time 14 working days if no objection is raised during inspection.
Application Fee As fixed by the Electricity Rules 1937 and subsequent amendments.
Remarks All electrical works to be done by authorized Electrician/
Supervisor/Contractor licensed under the Electricity Licensing Board
in compliance with the Electricity Rules 1937 and subsequent
amendments.
D 3-3. Renewal of Electrical Safety Certificate
Required Documents 1. Filled-in Application Form (FORM-EC-04).
2. Other items such as the Periodical Monitoring Report (PMR)
for electricity prepared by the Applicant.
3. Other documents and drawings required by BEZA-OSS.
Legal Basis 1. The Electricity Act 2018
2. The Electricity Rules 1937 and subsequent amendments
(Section 62)
3. The Electricity Regulations 1961 (Regulations made under
Section 48(1) of the Electricity Rules 1937) and subsequent
amendments.
Actual Procedures 1. The Applicant visits BEZA OSS website and downloads
prescribed Application Form for Renewal of Electrical Safety
Certificate.
2. The Applicant submits the filled-in Application Form along
with required documents to BEZA OSS Center.
If the Electrical Inspection is necessary
3. BEZA OSS Center checks the application and forwards it to the
Office of the Chief Electric Inspector.
4. After reviewing the documents, OCEI assigns Inspector who
fixes the date of inspection and informs the list of items to be
inspected.
5. BEZA OSS Center informs the scheduled time and required
items to be inspected to the Applicant as well as the Zone
Developer (if applicable).
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D. Building Construction SOP (Electricity)
Bangladesh Economic Zones Authority
6. The Inspector conducts the Electrical Inspection on the
scheduled date in presence of electrical contractor and the
applicant or his Assignee.
7. Then the Inspector prepares the Electrical Inspection Report
(FORM-EC-03) with comments and suggestions.
8. Once the Electrical Inspection Report is passed, then the
authorized Inspector issues “Renewal of Electrical Safety
Certificate” and forwards to BEZA OSS Center.
9. Receiving the “Renewal of Electrical Safety Certificate”,
BEZA OSS Center handovers it to the Applicant.
If the Electrical Inspection is not necessary
1. OCEI issues “Renewal of Electrical Safety Certificate” and
sends it to BEZA OSS Center.
2. BEZA OSS Center handovers it to the Applicant.
Required Processing Time 14 working days
Application Fee As fixed by the Electrical Rules 1937 and subsequent amendments.
Remarks
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D. Building Construction SOP (Electricity)
Bangladesh Economic Zones Authority
List of FORMS
FORM-EC-01 Application for Electrical Installation Plan
FORM-EC-02 Application for Electrical Inspection
FORM-EC-03 Record of Electrical Inspection
FORM-EC-04 Application for Renewal of Electrical Safety Certificate
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Bangladesh Economic Zones Authority
FORM-EC-01
Application for Electrical Installation Plan
1. Name of firm/enterprise:……………………………………………………………….
2. Present Address:………………………………………………………………………….
………………………………………………………………………………
………………………………………………………………………………
3. Location of the factory where
Power supply is needed. Plot no……………..Sector………………………………
4. Type of Machineries/Appliances etc. requiring Electric Power.
a) Particular of machines to be installed in the factory with load demand.
Rated Rated Rated No. of Total load
Sl capacity voltage power motors/ required
Particular of motors/machines
no in factor machines in KW
KW/HP
(A) Sub-total=
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b) Other loads like Boiler, Welding m/c, Air Conditioner, Refrigerator, Computer,
Heater including light & fans
Sl Particulars of loads Rated Rated Rated No. of Total
no capacity voltage power loads load
in factor required
KW/HP in KW
1 2 3 4 5 6 7
(B) Sub-total=
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4. Total load immediately required(A+B) ............................................................................... KW
5. Total ultimate load requirement ...................................................................................... KW
6. Yearly energy consumption (Estimated) .......................................................................... KWH
7. Name and address of the contractor who will do the electrical work (The
Contractor must have valid electrical contractor license from Electricity
Licensing Board, Bangladesh) (if contractor already selected)
a) Particular of the License of the Contractor:
i) Place of registration:………………………………
ii) License No:……………
iii) Type of License:…………
I/We undertake to abide by all rules and regulations and other conditions as embodied in this form
and as imposed by BEZA from time to time in respect of electrical service connection. I/We
further undertake to accept electricity tariff as decided by BEZA to pay the electricity charge as
per bill.
Date Seal and Signature of the Authorized
Representative of the Enterprise
Enclosure:
i)
ii)
iii)
iv)
v)
vi)
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D. Building Construction SOP (Electricity)
Bangladesh Economic Zones Authority
FORM-EC-02
Application for Electrical Inspection
1. Name of the firm/enterprise:
2. Address & Phone Number:
3. Project Name:
4. Approval No. of Building Permit:
5. Inspection requested: (*Make a check in appropriate inspection)
1) Inspection for Electrical Power Connection
2) Inspection for Internal Wiring Safety
3) Inspection for Generator Electrical Safety
6. Probable Date and Time of Inspection:
I/We under take the responsibility for any delayed approval due to wrong information or
shortage of documents.
Date……………
Attachment:……..Pages
Name of the Applicant, Signature and seal
……………………………………………………………………………………………………
Applicant’s Copy
Serial no………………..
Date……………………………
Date of Inspection……………………..
Name of the Inspector………………………. Phone number……………………………………..
Name, Signature and Position of the Receiver of Application
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D. Building Construction SOP (Electricity)
Bangladesh Economic Zones Authority
FORM-EC-03
Electrical Inspection Report
1. Project Name:
2. Inspection for □New Electrical Connection □Renewal of Electrical Safety Certificate
3. Items Inspected:
□Transformer Electrical Safety □Internal Wiring System □Generator Electrical Safety
4. Date and Time of Inspection:
5. Attendants of the Inspection:
Name Position
1)
2)
3)
4)
5)
6)
6. Comments and/or Instruction by the Inspector:
Issues Comments and/or Instructions
Name of Inspector: Name of Inspectors:
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D. Building Construction SOP (Electricity)
Bangladesh Economic Zones Authority
FORM-EC-04
Application for Renewal of Electrical Certificate
Date:
Reference No.:
Attention: Head of Industry Section
One Stop Service Center
We hereby submit Application for Renewal of Electrical Safety Certificate in 2 sets with
required documents.
1. Company Name:
2. Electrical Safety Certificate No.:
3. Date of Expiry of the Electrical Safety Certificate:
4. Any change of the electrical system permitted by the existing Electrical Certificate
□ Yes
□ No
Note: If the answer is “Yes”, please submit documents and drawings of Electrical System before
and after the change with this application form to Industry Section of One Stop Service
Center. After checking the documents and drawings submitted, Industry Section will
inform you that whether the Electrical Inspection is required or not for the changed
Electrical System.
Applicant
Signature
Name
Address
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