RULES & REGULATIONS

RULES AND REGULATIONS - PART 2
relating to the
Bahrain International Exhibition Centre ("Licensor")

CONTENTS

1.0 ELECTRICAL STAND INSTALLATIONS AND ELECTRICAL
MAIN SUPPLIES
ELECTRICAL STAND INSTALLATIONS
1.1 Conditions
1.2 Electrical Contractors
1.3 Use of Service Pits under the Hall Floors
1.4 Main Switchgear and Distribution Boards
1.5 Earthing
1.6 Electrical Wiring
1.7 Protection of Wiring
1.8 Local Switch and Socket Outlets
1.9 Electric Motors
1.10 Guarding Equipment
1.11 Transformers and Frequency Convertors
1.12 Chokes and Capacitors
1.13 Suspended Lighting Fittings
1.14 Lighting of Cages
1.15 Lighting of Signs
1.16 Lighting of Showcases
1.17 Electrical Discharge Lamp Installations
1.18 Electrical Cookers, Kettles, Irons, Radiators, Etc.
1.19 Batteries

ELECTRICAL MAIN SUPPLIES
1.20 Electrical Supply
1.21 Main Supply Cables
1.22 Ordering of Main Supply Cables
1.23 Time of Operation of Electrical Supply

2.0 PIPEWORK STAND INSTALLATIONS AND PIPEWORK MAIN SUPPLIES
PIPEWORK STAND INSTALLATIONS
2.1 Conditions
2.2 Pipeworks Contractors
2.3 Use of Service Pits under the Hall Floors
2.4 Installations on Stands
2.5 Discharge of Water onto Hall Floors
2.6 Discharge of Noxious Waste
2.7 Bathing Pools, Ponds and Other Large Vessels

PIPEWORK MAIN SUPPLIES
2.8 Pipework Services Supply
2.9 Main Supply Pipes
2.10 Ordering of Pipework Main Services
2.11 Time of Operation of Pipework

Bahrain International Exhibition ("Licensor")
RULES AND REGULATIONS - PART 2

1.0	ELECTRICAL STAND INSTALLATIONS AND ELECTRICAL MAIN SUPPLIES ELECTRICAL STAND INSTALLATIONS
1.1	Conditions Regulations All electrical installations on stands, features, displays or exhibits shall comply with: Institute of Electrical & Electronics Engineers, Inc. (IEEE) The current issue of the "Regulations for Electrical Installations" issued by the IEEE with any amendments thereto. Special Requirements Any special requirements of the Government Authorities and if those requirements conflict with the Regulations of the Institute of Electrical & Electronics Engineers, Inc., referred to in (1) above, the Governmental requirements shall prevail. Health & Safety at Work The Health and Safety at Work etc. - Ministry of Labour & Social Affairs, Bahrain Government. Bahrain International Exhibition Centre ("Licensor") The Licensor's Rules and Regulations. The Licensor will not supply electricity to any installation, which does not comply with these regulations or requirements. All general electrical layouts, power consumption and other necessary technical information shall be submitted by the Licensee to the Licensor for approval not later than two months before the first day of the Licence Period. Testing To ensure compliance, the Licensor's personnel will inspect and test all installations. The Licensor is to be advised by the person responsible for the installation when it is ready for inspecting and testing, by completing and handing in the appropriate form. Where found to be satisfactory, the installation will be connected to the electricity supply and energised. Where an installation is found to be unsatisfactory, the supply will not be connected and the Licensor will advise the contractor responsible, who must rectify any faults and advise the Licensor when the installation is ready for re-inspecting and re-testing by re-submission of the test form. Responsibility The Licensor shall not accept responsibility for: Delays Any delays in energising installations found unsatisfactory, or where insufficient time has been allowed for testing. Faults Any faults discovered in installations after testing and energising by the Licensor.
1.2	Electrical Contractors Selection of Contractors The Licensor does place restrictions on which contractors are to be selected to carry out electrical installation work and the nomination of such contractors is controlled by the Licensor. Contractors must be licenced by the Ministry of Electricity & Water, Bahrain Government. The Licensee is responsible for ensuring that all contractors observe these Rules and Regulations. Restrictions All stand installation electrical work shall be carried out by the Licensor or its nominated contractors. Exemptions Exemptions to Item (b) above will only be permitted with prior written agreement from the Licensor.
1.3	Use of Service Pits and Trenches under the Hall Floors Exclusion The floor service pits and trenches in the Halls do not form part of the Licensed Area. Access to and use of such pits, trenches and subways is limited to employees of the Licensor, or contractors employed by the Licensor, for the purpose of installing main supply cables and piped services, and for installing stand telephones. Access No person shall enter the switch rooms or other service areas without permission in writing by the Licensor.
1.4	Main Switch Gear and Distribution Boards Block Mains Every stand shall be supplied by a separate mains cable except where, by approval of the Licensor, a single mains may be installed to supply a block of adjoining stands. This approval shall only be given where the electrical installation on all stands within the block is the responsibility of a single contractor. Isolation Each of the stands on a block fed from a single supply shall have its own means of isolation situated in an accessible position on the stand. Location of Boards Distribution boards and similar equipment shall be installed adjacent to the fused isolators provided by the Licensor. The mounting board provided by the contractor for this equipment shall be of sufficient size to allow the fused isolators provided by the Licensor to be fixed thereon. Switch and fuse gear, motor controls, starters etc, shall be readily accessible, suitably connected and out of reach of public gangways. The electrical contractor responsible for the stand installation is to supply suitable service mains to connect installations to the fused isolators on the main supply cables supplied by the Licensor.
1.5	Earthing (Grounding) Regulations and Codes of Practice Metal conduits, metal casing of apparatus, frames of motors etc, shall be efficiently bonded to earth using the earthing system provided within the Licensor's permanent electrical distribution system. This shall apply to all matters covered by the Institution of Electrical Engineers Regulations referred to in Paragraph 1.1 above. When, however, separate special regulations and codes of practice have been prepared and approved by the Authorities (i.e. electrical installations in caravans, electro-medical equipment, "all insulated" apparatus, and appliances which onform to the standards of double insulation) the current edition of these special regulations shall take precedence. Lighting Fittings At every lighting fitting an earth terminal shall be provided and connected to the earth continuity conductor of the final sub-circuit. Metal Framework, Etc Where the electrical bonding to earth of metal framed stands, metal water pipes and other items is necessary, this shall be to an earth conductor which terminates at the Licensor's electrical supply. Under no circumstances shall any of these items be used as the sole means of earthing electrical installations.
1.6	Electrical Wiring Material Specification Wiring might be PVC Elastomeric or other plastic sheathen cables, not less then 1.5mm2 and 600/1000 volt grade, complying with the appropriate B.S. specification and with a current density not exceeding that recommended by the Ministry of Electricity & Water, Bahrain Government. Identification Identification of all wiring shall be in accordance with the colour of numbering systems recommended by the Ministry of Electricity & Water, Bahrain Government. Joints Joints shall not be made in cables except where necessary as a connection into the circuit. In such cases insulated screwed connectors or block terminals shall be used. Block connectors shall be installed out of accidental reach or otherwise adequately protected. Metal Sheathed Cable Location Mineral insulated metal sheathed cable might be used in the Licensor's approved conditions when it is not subject to mechanical damage. Current Capacity Current capacities must be in accordance with the "exposed to touch" conditions of the Ministry of Electricity & Water, Bahrain Government, Regulations. All joints, connections, terminations and fixings etc. must be made using accessories which are specifically designed for use with the type of cable installed. Excess Current Protection All circuits must be separately protected for excess current with fuses or other means of close excess current protection. Earth Leakage and Fault Protection All circuits must be protected against the persistence of dangerous earth leakage and earth fault current by means of over current protective and residual current operated device. Lighting Circuits Maximum Capacity Lighting circuits, serving more than one fitting, but less than ten fittings, shall not carry more than 1,000 VA and all sections of the wiring system shall be capable of carrying its circuit full load current. All apparatus over 1,000 VA shall be individually fused. Mains Load Where the lighting load to any stand or feature is in excess of 6,600 VA, the circuit shall be arranged to be suitable for connection to a 3-phase supply with neutral and phase conductors being of equal size. Flexible Cords Construction Flexible cords shall be of circular section, fully insulated and sheathed, and the only form of jointing being by the use of purpose-made flex connectors, being shrouded and having an earth terminal. Length For static appliances, flexible cords shall not exceed 2m in length and for mobile appliances (e.g. vacuum cleaners), the length shall be kept to a minimum. Lampholders Lampholders of lighting systems must have screw clamp or screw terminal connections between the conductors and the plungers of the lampholders. Lampholders using spikes for connections (i.e. Fairyland, Beantree or Festoon pattern) shall not be used. Special Lighting Systems Special lighting systems might be authorised by the Licensor for use provided the track, the connectors and all the accessories are of the same make, and also provided that the loading on the system is compatible with the rating of the sub-circuit wiring the fuse, and complies with the earthing requirements of Paragraph 1.5 above.
1.7	Protection of Wiring All electrical wiring, where subject to mechanical damage or interference, shall be tough overall sheathed or armoured or enclosed in protective conduit, trunking or cladding. Conductive materials used to provide mechanical protection shall be efficiently bonded to earth. Where tough overall sheathed cables are used without further protection. i.e. without armour or protective conduit trunking or cladding, such cables shall have stranded conductors and shall have a degree of flexibility.
1.8	Local Switch and Socket Outlets Local Switches Local switches shall be fixed out of reach of the public and shall be mounted and protected in a similar way to distribution fuse boards. Socket Outlets Location Socket outlets fixed to floors, walls, partitions etc, shall be in such positions that they will not be subject to mechanical damage and be not less than one (1) metre measured horizontally from any sink unit. Water heaters shall be connected by the use of switched spur outlets. Floor Sockets Where a floor mounted socket outlet is essential, it shall be adequately protected from the accidental ingress of water. Plugs Multiple Connections Not more than one flexible cord shall be connected to one plug. Fuses The rating of fuses infused plugs shall be appropriate for the equipment connected thereto. Limitation The number of socket outlets are limited as follows: For 15A SPN Circuit -6 Nos. For 30A SPN Circuit -12 Nos. Equipment loading over 500W shall be subject to the written approval by BIEC of the Licencee's wiring diagram before connection. Adaptors Multi-way adaptors and bayonet cap adaptors will not be used.
1.9	Electric Motors Isolators Every motor shall be provided with an effective means of isolation on all poles and such isolators shall be adjacent to the motor which they control. Starting Motors in excess of 10 HP (7.46 KW) shall be fitted with current limiting devices for starting, i.e. shall not be started "direct-an-line". Where, however, the "direct-an-line" starting of a motor is essential to the satisfactory operation of the machine, details of such requirements shall be submitted to the Licensor in advance for dispensation. It shall be the contractor's responsibility to check and make sure the starting current would not cause any effect on the power source. Overload Release Every motor in excess of 0.5 HP (0.37 KW) shall be fitted with a starter having an overload release in each phase line. Motor Load The installation and use of any motor in excess of 70 HP (52 KW) shall be subject to the Licensor's written approval.
1.10	Guarding Equipment Electrical Equipment and Exhibits Electrical equipment and exhibits shall be guarded as necessary to prevent accidental contact with live metal or any moving parts or short circuiting or live terminals etc. Conditions of Operation Proper consideration shall be given to the conditions under which the equipment is being demonstrated, which may well differ from the conditions under which it is normally installed and for which the normal safeguard will no longer be appropriate. Lighting Fittings Lighting fittings mounted below two (2) metres from floor level or otherwise accessible to accidental contact shall be so sited or guarded as to prevent any risk of injury to persons or materials and shall be firmly and adequately fixed. Heat Generation Incandescent lamps and other apparatus or appliances with high temperature surfaces shall, in addition to being suitably guarded, be arranged well away from combustible exhibits and in such a manner as would prevent contact therewith. Stands containing a concentration of electrical apparatus, lighting fittings or lamps liable to generate abnormal heat shall have well ventilated ceilings which shall be made of incombustible materials.
1.11	Tranformers and Frequency Converters Step-Up Transformers Step-up transformers shall not be installed without the written permission by the Licensor. Where such permission is required, drawings and full details shall be submitted at the time of application. Where, however, step-up transformers are used as an integral part of any electronic or similar apparatus, appliance or equipment, and providing the use of such step-up transformers conforms with the customary practice within a particular industry, or where the installation of the transformer conforms with the conditions of Paragraph 1.18 below, no such permission will be required. Step-Down Transformers Step-down transformers shall have separately wound primary and secondary windings. The iron core and frame shall be connected to earth. In addition to the normal fuse protection on the phase line(s) of the primary circuit, the secondary circuit shall be fitted with fuse protection in the phase line(s) and with three-phase transformers, the neutral connected to earth. Auto-Transformers Auto-transformers shall only be used as an integral part of motor starters, except with the Licensor's written permission. Location Transformers shall be placed in positions out of reach of the public and must be adequately ventilated. Oil-Filled Transformers Oil-filled transformers containing more then 20 litres of oil shall be mounted in a suitable catch-pit or tray capable of containing the entire quantity of oil plus a margin of 10%. Frequency Convertors The Licensor shall be notified in advance of the intention to provide apparatus to convert the frequency of the electrical supply to any machine or exhibit. Space for Working Electrical apparatus (other than exhibits and portable equipment) shall be fixed in positions with adequate space for operation and maintenance.
1.12	Chokes and Capacitors Location Choke and capacitor equipment for fluorescent lighting shall be fixed in accessible and well-ventilated positions away from combustible material and shall be spaced at least ten (10) millimetres therefrom by an air gap or by non-combustible material. Connecting Wiring Where choke and capacitor equipment for fluorescent lighting is not contained within the lighting fitting, any connecting wiring exceeding one (1) metre in length shall consist of tough conduit. For shorter lengths, adequately insulated flexible wiring shall be placed well away from readily flammable articles and shall not be installed beneath flooring or in spaces enclosed by stand construction.
1.13	Suspended Lighting Fittings Suspended lighting fittings (other than single lamp pendants) shall be provided with adequate means of suspension independent of the electrical conductors. Heavy lighting fittings shall be provided with a secondary means of suspension.
1.14	Lighting of Cages Any artificial lighting of cages or enclosures for livestock shall be arranged outside the cages or enclosures and any heating shall be to the satisfaction of the Government Authorities.
1.15	Lighting of Signs Fixing Electrically operated or illuminated signs must not be fixed on woodwork or cloth unless effectively protected by non-combustible material. Construction and Wiring Internally lighted signs must be constructed of approved materials and wired in approved types cables which are related to the expected internal ambient temperature (not flexible cords) and adequately ventilated. Location Illuminated signs which in any way resemble exit notices or similar mandatory signs shall not be positioned in such a way as to cause confusion to the public.
1.16	Lighting of Showcases Externally Unless the exhibits are of an incombustible nature, showcases must be illuminated from the outside only. Internally Internally lighted showcases must be constructed of approved materials and wired in approved type cables (not flexible cords) and adequately ventilated.
1.17	Electrical Discharge Lamp Installations Installations of any type of H. T. luminous tube sign or lamp as an illuminated unit on a stand, or as an exhibit, shall conform to the following conditions: Location The sign or lamp exhibit shall be installed out of reach of the public. Installation Signs The fascia or stand fitting material behind luminous signs of this nature shall be incombustible material and protected as required by the Ministry of Electricity & Water, Bahrain Government, Regulations. High Tension Gear High tension gear shall be mounted on incombustible material and protected as required by the lEE Regulations. Fireman's Switch The electric circuit supplying such signs or lamp exhibits shall be a separate one, and must be controlled by an approved pattern "Fireman's Emergency Switch" in an accessible and visible position, and labelled "Fireman's Switch" in accordance with the authorities requirements. Approval The Licensor shall be advised by persons responsible for installing this type of apparatus of their proposals prior to installation on site. No installation of this type will be permitted without the Licensor's written approval.
1.18	Electrical Cookers, Kettles, Irons, Radiators, Etc. General Any apparatus which has a hot surface and all electrical appliances, such as electric kettles, radiators, irons etc, are to be guarded where necessary and stood or mounted on incombustible material, All appliances under this heading which are subject to exceed a surface temperature of 700 C shall be supplied from a socket outlet having a pilot lamp indicating whether the appliance is switched on or not. Kettles, irons, radiators and similar appliances shall not be connected to the lighting circuit; they shall be separately connected to the electrical supply. Electrical cookers shall be wired on an independently fused final sub-circuit. Electric Kettles Electric kettles must be fitted with an automatic safety device whereby in the event of boiling dry the kettles will be automatically disconnected. Adjacent Construction Walls adjacent to all electrical cookers, irons, kettles, hotplates, etc must be protected with non-combustible material. Shelves are not allowed immediately above such appliance, and adequate ventilation shall be provided.
1.19	Batteries General Charged batteries may only be exhibited as part of electric lighting, ignition or starting for motor vehicles, boat engines, small demonstration house lighting plants or other small working devices. No stand lighting shall be connected thereto. The use of approved purpose-made self-contained secondary lighting fittings both of a maintained and non-maintained pattern will be permitted provided they are connected to a 24-hour supply. Terminals All terminals of charged batteries, whether in use or not, shall be fitted with a cover of non-conducting incombustible material. Switches and Fuses A double pole metal clad switch with suitable fuses shall be fitted and shall control all connections serving such appliances. Charging Current Regulation The battery charging unit shall be fitted with an automatic current regulator which cuts off the mains supply to the rectifier when the battery is fully charged, or is otherwise of an approved type. Times of Charging The battery may only be charged on the stand at times when the public is not in the Exhibition Area. Charger Isolation The circuit to the charger unit must be connected direct to the Centre's supply with its own isolator, separate from all other circuits, to permit the isolation of these other circuits without affecting the charging circuit. Enclosure The vehicles or equipment and its charger must stand in a free and enclosed space, the battery box cover shall be removed and the gas vents of the cells shall be cleared and inspected daily. Batteries not in Use Charged batteries not in use on exhibit vehicles or other exhibits shall be disconnected at both terminals.
	ELECTRICAL MAIN SUPPLIES
1.20	Electrical Supply Right of Supply All currents for consumption on the Premises, whether generated by the Ministry of Electricity & Water or locally installed generators, shall be supplied by the Licensor. Standard Supplies The standard supplies are: Single Phase 220V:t 6% 50 cycles per second AC supply :t 2% Three Phase 380V:t 6% 50 cycles per second AC supply:t: 2%   Separate Lighting and Machinery Mains Separate mains shall be supplied by the Licensor for machinery and for lighting and small power. 24-Hour Supply 24-hour supply can be arranged on application to the Licensor. "Clean" Supplies "Clean" supplies can be arranged on application to the Licensor. Non-Standard Supplies Alternating current supplies which are non-standard in voltage, current or frequency and direct current supplies can be arranged on application to the Licensor. Neutrals Neutrals are earthed at the Licensor's sub-station. Load Limitation The Licensor, at its own discretion, will limit the power rating of a supply or supplies where, in the Licensor's opinion, the load or combination of loads requested may have an adverse effect on the supplies to other exhibitors. Where it is proposed by the Licensee to group exhibitors demonstrating heavy current consuming machines in such a way as to cause an abnormal demand (i.e. in excess of 200 VA and 400 VA per square metre for all Licenced Areas respectively) in a particular section of the exhibition, the Licensee should discuss this arrangement with the Licensor prior to the final allocation of stand space to exhibitors and should endeavour to conform to any re-arrangement required by the Licensor. Power Factor The Licensor is required by the Ministry of Electricity & Water to maintain a Power Factor of not less than 0.85 lagging. Where electrical machines or equipment at an exhibition are such that in the opinion of the Licensor the Power Factor is likely to fall below 0.85, Power Factor correction apparatus shall be supplied and installed by the person responsible for the electrical installation. Correction Apparatus Correction apparatus shall be connected on the "load" side of the main switches controlling the supply to the stand or individual piece of equipment. The scale of provision shall be that agreed by the Licensor. Notification The Licensor will notify the Licensee at the time the License is being negotiated of the likelihood of correction apparatus being required at the exhibition.
1.21	Main Supply Cables Supply and Installation All main supply cables from the Licensor's electrical distribution system to the point of supply, which may be either an exhibit, stand or group of stands, shall be supplied and installed by the Licensor. Termination Each cable shall be terminated with a fused isolator or circuit breaker supplied by the Licensor. Separate Lighting and Machinery Mains All mains supplied for machinery shall be separated from those used for the provision of lighting and small power. A machine is defined as a single item of plant or equipment which could not be connected using a 13 amp socket or spur unit. Proliferation of Main Cables Where installation of a number of small supplies would, in the opinion of the Licensor, lead to an unacceptable proliferation of main cables, the Licensor may, at its discretion, either itself install a large main cable and provide the mains ordered by sub-distribution within the block, or instruct the nominated electrical contractor that only a single main will be installed to the group of stands. Access for Installation The main supply cables to stands or exhibits will be installed before or immediately after the first day of the Licence Period, provided that the supply has been ordered from the Licensor by the agreed date (see Paragraph 1.22 below). Before occupying the stand site, exhibitors and their contractors must check with the Licensor that the supply cables have been installed and, if not, shall only occupy areas of the stand site permitted by the Licensor until such time as the supply cables are installed.
1.22	Ordering of Main Supply Cables Placing of Orders Main supply cables shall be ordered from the Licensor by the Licensee, nominated electrical contractors, exhibitors or their nominated representatives using procedures and at charges for standard supplies agreed between the Licensor and the Licensee. Orders will only be accepted when made in writing and with the necessary payment. The standard Licensor's order form is the preferred method for placing orders. Copies of the form are available from the Licensor. Deadline for Orders Orders for main supply cables shall be placed with the Licensor no later than 21 days prior to the first day of the Licence Period. Late Orders Completion The Licensor will not guarantee to complete orders received after the normal deadline, prior to the opening of the exhibition. In any event, priority will be given to the completion of those orders placed before the deadline. Procedure The Licensor reserves the right to deal with orders placed after the deadline in the order in which they were received. Surcharge Orders for main supplies received by the Licensor after the deadline will be subject to a 15% surcharge. Site orders will be subject to a 30% surcharge. Payment The Licensor reserves the right to refuse to connect any supply until payment has been effected. Routing and Termination Positions All orders should indicate specific positions required for termination and routing of main supply cables and must contain full information of these positions, including a dimensional plan showing their location on the stand and the location and orientation of the stand in the Exhibition Area. If this information is not given, the supply cable will be routed and terminated at a position at the discretion of the Licensor. The Licensor shall accept no responsibility for any costs involved in relocating a supply cable or altering stand fittings or stand electrical installation of no adequate or no location plan for the supply cable is submitted with the order. The main cable(s) shall be brought on to the on the stand from a pit within the area of the stand. Connections from a pit on an adjacent stand shall not be permitted unless either there is no pit on the stand, or the Licensee and adjacent standholder have given their permission. Note: Persons responsible for designing the layout of stands, or the electric installation of stands, should acquaint themselves with the location of the floor service pits, trenches and subways used for installing stand services to ensure that stand layouts can, or are designed to, permit the termination of main cables over, or as close as possible to such pits. These floor pits must be shown on the layout plans of the exhibition issued by the Licensee. Alterations to Orders Termination Position When the rating of a main supply is altered after the deadline date for placing orders, the new main supply will be treated by the Licensor as a late order and will be subject to a 15% surcharge. Site orders will be subject to a 30% surcharge. Rating When the rating of a main supply is altered after the deadline for placing orders, the new main suplly will be treated by the Licensor as a late order and will be subject to a 15% surcharge. Site orders will be subject to a 30% surcharge. Cancellation of Orders Cancellation of orders will only be accepted in writing by Licensor. When written cancellation is received by the Licensor no less than one week prior to the first day of the Licence Period, the main supply ordered will be charged at 30% of the full rate and thereafter at the full rate.
1.23	Time of Operation of Electrical Supplies During Move-In Period Main electrical supplies will only commence when all the electrical connection and installation works have been properly carried out and tested and according to a "power on and off' schedule, agreed between the Licensor and Licensee, within the normal working hours for move-in. During Open Period Main electrical supplies will be switched one half hour before opening and off one half hour after the close of the event each day. Variations By agreement between the Licensor and the Licensee the "power on and off" schedule may be varied to meet the needs of the event. Any request for such variation shall be made at least one working day in advance of the requirement. During Move-Out Period All main supplies will be switched off within 30 minutes after the closing time of the event on the last open day. Where a user requires a main electrical supply after the close of the event, and such request shall be made to the Licensor, through the Licensee, by midday on the last open day of the event. The supply will be reinstated approximately one half hour after the close of the event once essential safety work has been completed. Stand Circuits All stand circuits not requiring continuous supplies shall be switched off by the contractor according to the exhibitor's instruction, using the stand isolator, as soon as possible after the close of the event each day. 24-Hour Supply Where continuity of supply is required, this shall be indicated by ordering a 24-hour supply. The continuous supply will be from the opening morning until the close of the event. During the move-in' period the supply will normally be switched on and off as for standard supplies unless special arrangement has been agreed between the Licensor and the Licensee.
2.0	PIPEWORK STAND INSTALLATIONS AND PIPEWORK MAINS SUPPLIES PIPEWORK STAND INSTALLATIONS
2.1	Conditions Relevant Service Regulations All pipework installations on stands, features, displays or exhibits shall comply with all relevant Safety and Service Regulations issued by the Ministry of Water & Electricity, the Ministry of Works and any other Authority appointed by the Bahrain Government Special Requirements Any special requirements of the Government Authorities in Bahrain. Health and Safety at Work The Health and Safety Regulations issued by the Ministry of Labor and other relevant Authorities in Bahrain. Bahrain International Exhibition Centre ("Licensor") The Licensor will not supply water, compressed air or take drainage from any installation which does not comply with the regulations and requirements in force. All general piping layouts, consumption and other necessary technical information shall be submitted to the Licensor for approval not later than two months before the first day of the License Period. Responsibility The Licensor shall not accept any responsibility for Delays Any delay in connecting installations found unsatisfactory or when insufficient time has been allowed for checking; Faults Any faults discovered in installations after checking and connection by the Licensor.
2.2	Pipework Contractors Selection of Contractors The Licensor does place restrictions on the selection of contractors to carry out pipework installation work. When requested, the Licensor, or its nominated contractors, will quote for the carry out installation work on stands. The Licensee is responsible for ensuring that such contractors observe these Rules and Regulations. Restrictions In the Halls and all other areas within the Licensor all stand pipework installation work shall be carried out by the Licensor or its nominated contractors. Exemptions Exemptions to Item (b) above will only be permitted following prior written agreement in writing by the Licensor.
2.3	Use of Service Pits, Trenches and Subways under the Hall Fllors Exclusion The floor service pits, trenches and subways in the Halls do not form part of the Licenced Area. Access to and use of such pits is limited to employees of the Licensor, or contractors employed by the Licensor, for the purpose of installing main supply cables and piped services, and for installing stand telephones. Access No person shall enter switch rooms or other service areas without permission in writing by the Licensor.
2.4	Installations on Stand General Pipework All pipework used in installations shall be suitable for the operating pressures of the mains service for which it is to be used. Isolating Valves Where stand platforms are installed, all stop cocks or valves on mains piped services shall be above the platform and in an accessible position. Water No Water without Drain No mains water service shall be connected to a stand, etc unless a drainage system is installed on the same stand for the purpose of removing the water used. Pipework Pipework used on water installations must be made of copper, approved plastic, polypropylene or rubber. Steel or galvanized pipework shall not be used. Direct Machine Connections Direct connections from the water mains service to a machine shall not be permitted unless an isolating valve is fitted at the inlet to the machine. If requested, the Licensor will quote for the installation of the appropriate isolating valve. Drainage Sinks and Washbasins Each and every discharge into the drainage system from a washbasin or sink shall be made through a trap with a water seal at least 75mm deep. Machines Direct drainage connections from machines are not permitted. There shall be a minimum 100mm clear air gap between the machine outlet and the drainage main. A trap with water seal at least 75mm deep shall be fitted as near as possible to the machine end of the drainage main. Compressed Air The use of rigid plastic pipework shall not be permitted. Stand installations shall be made using metal pipework or flexible plastic/nylon hose.
2.5	Discharge of Water onto Hall Floor All exhibits and ancillary equipment containing water shall be carefully drained down at the end of an exhibition, in such a way that no water is discharged on to the Hall floors. Any costs involved in dealing with water discharge on to the Hall floors, or into the service pits, trenches or subways or any damage caused to mains services in the service pits, trenches or subways by the discharge of water, will be charged to the Licensee.
2.6	Discharge of Noxious Waste Discharge Prohibition No paint, oils, spirits, chemicals or other noxious substances shall be discharged into the drainage system. These materials shall be discharged into closed containers manufactured of material suitable for this purpose. Full details of wastes of these types are to be submitted to the Licensor who will make arrangements for their disposal at the cost of the exhibitor. Cost of Repairing Damage The cost of clearing or repairing the drainage system or making good any other damage caused by the stand effluent shall be the responsibility of the Licensee.
2.7	Bathing Pools, Ponds and other Large Vessels Details Full details of all vessels containing 250 litres (55 gallons) or more of water or other liquids are to be submitted to the Licensor for approval at least six weeks before the first day of the Licence Period. Drainage Provisions All vessels of this type containing water are to be fitted with either a connection in the base to a waste pipe ordered from the Licensor or a suitable connection incorporating a pump connected to a waste pipe ordered from the Licensor. This is to ensure that means are always available to easily drain down the vessel in case of emergency and at the end of the exhibition. Filling The Licensor will undertake to fill and empty vessels by means other than piped water supply and drain where the construction of the vessels will not permit the fitting of pipework. Prior Arrangement Enquiries regarding the supply of water and draining down of vessels of any type must be made to the Licensor at least six weeks before the first day of the Licence Period. The provision of this service will be charged by the Licensor to the applicant, who will be advised of the cost before such service is carried out.
	PIPEWORK MAIN SUPPLIES
2.8	Pipework Services Supply Right of Supply All water, compressed air supplied and drainage discharged in the Licensor shall be through the mains supplied by the Licensor. Standard Supplies Water Domestic mains water is supplied through a (l) 25mm pipe at a pressure of approximately 1-2 bar in Hall 1 (East Side) and in certain areas of Hall 2. The maximum capacity from this supply is 0.3 litres per second (5 gallons per minute). Drainage Drainage is removed through a (l) 63mm drain point with adequate capacity to accept the discharge from a standard water supply. Compressed Air Standard Supply Compressed air supply is through a 20mm pipe at a pressure between 4 and 6 bar (60-90 p.s.i.) subject to normal control fluctuation. The maximum capacity of a supply is 10 litres per second (21 cubic feet per minute) of free air. Quality The compressed air supply is of industrial quality, containing normal levels of contamination from oil, water and particulate matter. Users requiring pure compressed air should supply their own filtering, drying and regulating equipment to obtain the quality of air required. Load Limitation The Licensor, at its own discretion, will limit the quantities of piped services supplies where, in the Licensor's opinion, the load or combination of loads requested may have an adverse effect on the supplies to other exhibitors. Where it is proposed by the Licensee to group exhibitors demonstrating machines with large piped services requirements in such a way as to cause an abnormal demand in a particular section of the exhibition, the Licensee should discuss this arrangement with the Licensor prior to the final allocation of stand space to exhibitors and should endeavour to conform to any re-arrangement required by the Licensor. Non-Standard Supplies Supplies, larger than the standard supplies above, may be arranged on application to the Licensor.
2.9	Main Supply Pipes Supply and Installation All main supply pipework from the Licensor's distribution system to the point of supply, which may be either an exhibit, stand or group of stands, shall be supplied and installed by the Licensor. Termination Each supply hose will be terminated with a stop cock or valve with metric threaded connection the same size as the hose. Drain hoses will be terminated with an open end 63mm coupling. Access for Installation The main supply pipes to stands or exhibits will be installed before or immediately after the first day of the Licence Period, provided that the supply has been ordered from the Licensor by the agreed date (see Paragraph 2.10 below). Before occupying the stand, exhibitors and their contractors must check with the Licensor that the supply pipes have been installed and, if not, shall only occupy areas of the stand site permitted by the Licensor until such time as the supply pipes are installed.
2.10	Ordering of Pipework Main Services Placing of Orders Main supply pipes shall be ordered from the Licensor by the Licensee, plumbing contractors, exhibitors or their nominated representatives using procedures and at charges for standard supplies agreed between the Licensor and the Licensee. Orders will only be accepted when made in writing and with the necessary payment. The standard Licensor mains order form is the preferred method for placing orders. Copies of the form are available from the Licensor. Deadline for Orders Orders for main supply pipes shall be placed with the Licensor not later than 21 days prior to the first day of the Licence Period. Late Orders Completion The Licensor will not guarantee to complete orders received after the normal deadline, prior to the opening of the exhibition. In any event, priority will be given to the completion of those orders placed before the deadline. Procedure The Licensor reserves the right to deal with orders placed after the deadline in the order in which they were received. Surcharge Orders for main supplies received by the Licensor after the deadline will be subject to a 15% surcharge. Site orders will be subject to a 30% surcharge. Payment The Licensor reserves the right to refuse to connect any supply until payment has been effected. Routing and Termination Positions All orders should indicate specific positions required for termination and routing of main supply pipes and must contain full information of the positions, including a dimensional plan showing their location on the stand and the location and orientation of the stand in the exhibition area. If this information is not given, the supply pipe(s) will be routed and terminated at a position at the discretion of the Licensor. The Licensor shall accept no responsibility for any costs involved in relocating a supply pipe or altering stand fitting, or stand pipework installations, if no adequate or no location plan for the supply pipe is submitted with the order. The main pipe(s) shall be brought on to the stand from pits or trenches within the area of the stand. Connections from pits or trenches on an adjacent stand shall not be permitted unless either there is no pit or trench near the stand, or the Licensee and adjacent stand holder have given their prior permission. Note: Persons responsible for designing the layout of stands, including the pipework installation on stands, should acquaint themselves with the location of the floor service pits, and trenches in the Halls used for installing stand services to ensure that stand layouts can, or are designed to, permit the termination of main pipes over, or as close as possible to, the pits and trenches. The floor pits and trenches shall be shown on the layout plans of the exhibition issued by the Licensee. Alterations to Orders Termination Position When the termination position of a main supply pipe is altered after the deadline date for placing orders, this will be treated by the Licensor as a late order and will be subject to a 15% surcharge. Site orders will be subject to a 30% surcharge. Rating When the rating of a main supply is altered after the deadline date for placing orders, the new main supply will be treated by the Licensor as a late order and will be subject to a 15% surcharge. Site orders will be subject to 30% surcharge. Cancellation of Orders Cancellation of orders will only be accepted by the Licensor when made in writing. Where such written cancellation is received by the Licensor no less than one week prior to the first day of the Licence Period, the main supply ordered will be charged at 30% of the full rate and thereafter at the full rate.
2.11	Time of Operation of Pipework Supplies During Move-In Period Main pipework supplies will only commence when all the pipework connection and installation works have been properly carried out and tested and according to a "supplies on and off' schedule, agreed between the Licensor and the Licensee, within the normal working hours for move-in. During Open Period Main pipework supplies are normally switched one half hour before opening and off one half hour after the close of the event each day. During Move-Out Period All main supplies will be switched off within 30 minutes after the closing time of the event on the last open day. When an user requires a main pipework supply after the close of an event, any such request shall be made to the Licensor, through the Licensee, by midday on the last open day of the event. The supply will be reinstated approximately half an hour after the close of the event once essential safety work has been completed. Stand Isolation All stand installations not requiring continuous supply shall be isolated by the contractor according to the exhibitor's instruction, using the valve or stop cock, as soon as possible after the close of the event each day. 24-Hour Supplies Where continuity of supply is required, this shall be indicated by ordering a 24-hour supply. The continuous supply will be from the opening morning until the close of the event. During the move-in period the supplies will normally be switched on and off as for standard supplies unless special arrangement has been agreed between the Licensor and the Licensee.