Contact Us

OETC Substation

OETC Substation – Muscat, Oman

OETC Substation

Muscat Saltanat of Oman

This project involved providing comprehensive auditing and emergency response planning services for the Oman Electricity Transmission Company (OETC). The primary objectives were to perform fire risk assessments of multiple electrical substations and develop a detailed Emergency Response Plan (ERP) to ensure the safety and compliance of OETC's facilities with standards from the Public Authority for Civil Defence and Ambulance (PACDA), NFPA 850, IEEE Std 979, and FM Property Loss Data Sheet 5-4.

Project Stages and Services

Aman International Engineering team delivered a multi-phase approach, combining on-site verification with strategic planning and documentation.

Fire Protection Auditing and Reporting

  • A specialized fire protection assessment criteria was developed tailored for electrical substations.
  • On-site surveys of five substations were conducted to assess transformer fire protection systems, adjacent fire barriers, and fire suppression systems.
  • As part of a training program, the team worked with OETC personnel on-site to teach them how to conduct their own audits.
  • Five detailed assessment reports were created, documenting the findings and recommending remedial actions to achieve code compliance. Five additional reports prepared by OETC engineers were also reviewed to ensure consistency.
  • The client was represented in meetings with PACDA, submitting the recertification documentation and discussing alternative fire protection measures.

Emergency Response Planning (ERP)

  • A comprehensive ERP document was prepared to guide both OETC personnel and public emergency services in responding to incidents.
  • The plan included a detailed Hazard Identification section, analyzing the probability and consequences of potential incidents like fire, explosions, and spills.
  • Site-specific information for each substation was created, including pre-incident plans, life safety considerations, and tactical action guidelines.
  • A key component of the ERP was a defined Roles & Responsibilities section, outlining procedures for OETC, PACDA, EMS, and security personnel during an emergency.
  • A training and drill program was also designed to ensure all involved personnel were familiar with evacuation procedures and incident command structures.

Project Outcome

The project successfully delivered a robust fire and life safety program for OETC's substations. The detailed auditing identified critical areas for improvement, and the newly developed Emergency Response Plan provided a clear, actionable framework for incident management. By working closely with OETC and PACDA, we were able to ensure that the substations met all required safety codes and standards, significantly enhancing the safety and security of Oman's electrical grid infrastructure.