METHOD STATEMENT FOR INSTALLATION OF

MEDIUM VELOCITY WATER SPRAY DELUGE SYSTEM

( LPG TANK)

PROJECT NAME : J-248 (DB-1374) COMMERCIAL & RESIDENTIAL BUILDING

(B+G+13+R)

PLOT : 6731290

CLIENT : M/S. ALTHAMRA SELF OWNED PROPERTY LEASING

& MANAGEMENT SERVICES

CONSULTANT : M/S. AL AJMI ENGINEERING CONSULTANT

MAIN CONTRACTOR : M/S. AL SAHEL CONTRACTING COMPANY LLC

MEP CONTRACTOR : M/S. SAIFCO ELECTRO MECHANICAL WORKS LLC

LOCATION : Al BARSHA SOUTH 3, DUBAI, UAE

Prepared By: Approved By:

Rev. No. Date Approval Status
(NAFFCO) (CONSULTANT)
MOHAN.S
0 23.10.2018

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 CONTENTS

1. PURPOSE

2. SCOPE

3. GENERAL

4. RESPONSIBILITIES

5. MATERIALS

6. EQUIPMENTS & TOOLS

7. DEFINITIONS & ABBREVIATIONS

8. HANDLING & STORAGE

9. PROCEDURE

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 10. QUALITY PLAN

11. SAFETY & HAZARDS

1.0 PURPOSE

This document defines the method to be adopted to ensure that the works conducted at
site are in compliance with the approved designs and equipment approvals. That the
equipment’s are installed in accordance with the approved design and using recognized
installation practices that are safe and compliant with the Project Safety Plan and
associated Safety Procedures. That the inspection and testing of the works are in
compliance with the Project Quality Plan , its associated Quality Procedures and an
approved Inspection and Test Plan for the works.
The method statement describes the procedure for equipment delivery inspection,
storage, installation, inspection and testing of Installation of Medium Velocity Water Spray
Deluge System.

2.0 SCOPE

This Method Statement refers to various work procedures contained within project control
documents, which explains and covers the Installation of Medium Velocity Water Spray Deluge
System.

3.0 GENERAL

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 3.1 All equipment / materials received at site will be verified against approved Material
Approved Submittal Request.

3.2 Inspected, handled and stored in designated area and manufacturer recommendation.

3.3 If the materials need to be stored at site prior to installation on its final location, the
storage location shall be secure, safe and free from works or activities that might cause
damage to the item.

3.4 All relevant approved shop drawings are available at site for the execution of job.

3.5 The work area shall be inspected for completion and safety to start the installation work.

3.6 Consultant will inspect the Medium Velocity Water Spray Deluge System material for
conformance to standards and specification. Then these will be transferred to site for
further operations / inspections prior to work.

3.7 Check that no damage has occurred to system during shipment/ handling.

3.8 Provide protective covering sheets over the item or keep the manufacturer protective
covering to the unit until the time to move the unit to required location.

3.9 Work to be carried out as per approved shop drawings and manufacturer’s instructions.

3.10 Obtain relevant work permit from the authorities before installation work and tie-in
connection.

4.0 RESPONSIBILITIES :

4.1 PROJECT MANAGER

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 4.1.1 The Contractor / Sub Contractor Construction Manager is responsible for
implementing this method statement and he will plan for required work force
and tools for all activities related to this work.

4.1.2 Project manager coordinate with the Engineers and to the Subcontractors for a
safe and proper execution of work.

4.2 SITE ENGINEER

4.2.1 Ensure the supervisors are aware of respective procedure.

4.2.2 Check periodically that the job is executing safely and following the standards.

4.2.3 Ensure that the works complies with the approved shop drawings, specifications
and manufacture recommendations.

4.2.4 Maintain records of work done and submit the progress report to the concerned
Project Engineer.

4.2.5 Coordinate and explain the work to be carried out to the supervisors.

4.2.6 Execute the works in line with the related approved ITP procedure and co-
ordinate with the QA/QC Engineer to advice for the areas to be raised for
inspection.

4.3 QA/QC ENGINEER

4.3.1 He will be overall responsible for the implementations of this procedure and
will carry out the material inspection to ensure that materials received on site
are approved materials submittal.

4.3.2 He will monitor the installation works according to the approved shop
drawing & method statement.

4.3.3 Coordinate with the Consultant to carry out the inspection/testing of the
completed works.

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 4.4 QC INSPECTOR

4.4.1 He will be overall responsibility for the implementations of this procedure

and will carry out the material inspection to ensure that materials received on
site are approved materials. He will monitor the installation works according
to the approved drawings and method statement.

4.4.2 Responsible for monitoring the work and ensure that all installation or
construction works will be carried out in accordance with the specifications
requirements, approved drawings and good engineering practice.

4.4.3 Upon receipt of advice from the constructions team that the work is ready for
inspection, the QC inspector will carry out internal/preliminary, inspection of
work completed prior to raise an inspection/testing to the Consultant.

4.4.4 Maintain comprehensive records of inspection and test record for the purpose
of reference and documentation.

4.5 SITE SUPERVISOR

4.5.1 Ensure that the construction work is carrying out properly and according to
instructions received from the site engineer.

4.5.2 Coordinating with the site team and subcontractors for the work to be done.

4.5.3 Providing the subordinates (Foreman and charge hand) the adequate
information to carry out their duties.

4.5.4 Responsible to ensure the adequate resources of machinery, labor and

materials, by coordinating with the site engineer, to carry out all the activities
efficiently.

4.6 SAFETY OFFICER

4.6.1 Ensure that all installation or construction works are carried out in
accordance with the safety manual.

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 4.6.2 Ensure that all necessary permits are obtained from ENGINEER and the
concerned authorities wherever necessary.

4.6.3 Ensure that good housekeeping at work site is implemented.

4.6.4 Ensure that all necessary personnel protective equipment is provided as per
the requirement of the job.

4.7 SITE STORE KEEPER

4.7.1 Review the documents with approved MIR and verify the items with the
packing list for any shortage or description from approved.

4.7.2 He is responsible for proper storage as per site requirement and

manufacturers recommendation.

4.7.3 Where possible, store keeper is responsible for proper storage as per site
requirement and manufacturers.

4.7.4 Verify all documents are forwarded with the item as per the requirement of
purchase order.

4.7.5 Unapproved material shall not be received and stored in store.

5.0 MATERIALS

5.1 The Medium Velocity Water Spray Deluge System will be procured from approved
vendors. Materials/components will be ordered as per approved material submittal.

5.2 All items delivered to the site will be first inspected to check that they are in accordance
with delivery documents, and that they are free from any damage caused during
transportation to site.

5.3 Delivery documentation shall be checked for completeness.

5.4 Defective or damaged equipment shall be notified to the supplier and stored on site at a
suitable quarantine location. The defective equipment will be either replaced or
repaired at the option of the supplier.

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 5.5 The inward inspection of materials will be carried out in accordance with the relevant
QA/QC procedure.

5.6 No materials will be permitted to be used without being inspected on arrival to the site.

The products or materials to be used shall conform to the requirements of the following:
 Dubai Civil Defense

 NFPA – National Fire Protection Association of USA

 UAE Fire & Life Safety Code

6.0 TOOL AND EQUIPMENTS

6.1 PPE for all staff and workforce

6.2 Marking pen/string

6.3 Spirit level/water level marker

6.4 Aluminum stepladder

6.5 Hole saw machine

6.6 Hammer

6.7 Screw drivers

6.8 Measuring Tape

6.9 Portable power outlet

6.10 Anchor/threaded rods/nuts

6.11 Pipe wrench

6.12 Threading machine

6.13 Wire brush

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 6.14 Trolley

6.15 Welding machine

6.16 Spanner set

6.17 Certified Scaffolding/working platform

6.18 Portable drilling machine

6.19 Grinding machine

6.20 Pressure Gauge

7.0 DEFINITIONS AND ABBREVIATIONS:

PM Project Manager
SE Site Engineer
QA/QC Quality Assurance & Quality Control Engineer
SF Site Foreman
MAR Material Approved Submittal Request
MIR Material Inspection Report
P.P.E Personal Protection Equipment

8.0 HANDLING AND STORAGE

8.1 All material received at site shall be inspected, handled and stored upon receipt in
accordance to manufacturer’s recommendations.

8.2 All received material will be checked by the storekeeper, project engineer and QC
engineer for conformance to the project specification, material approval (make,
model, type, capacity), delivery note and country of origin certificate (if applicable).

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 8.3 All material received at site will be inspected, approved by the consultant, handled
and stored as per manufacturer’s recommendation.

8.4 All material will be protected against grave weather condition and deterioration.

8.5 If necessary to store the materials outdoors, elevate well above ground and enclose
with durable waterproof wrapping as per manufacturer’s recommendation.

8.6 Store materials neatly, in a safe manner and in a designated area.

8.7 Extra care will be observed in unpacking the shipping boxes of the system
accessories during inspection and installation to prevent from any damage.

8.8 Protect the system accessories from dust and moisture during storage.

8.9 Keep all Medium Velocity Water Spray Deluge System accessories in factory packed
shipping boxes until time of installation.

8.10 Pipes will be piled up properly by size to permit the ease of handling.

8.11 Care will be taken to prevent any foreign matter entering the pipes during storage.

8.12 Open ends will be capped with appropriate pipe work fittings.

8.13 Upon withdrawals from site store pre-inspect the material for any damage during
storage.

9.0 PROCEDURE:

9.1 WORK PREPARATION

9.1.1 The working area will be pre-inspected for the readiness for the start of the
installation works.

9.1.2 Check that all the materials and components of Medium Velocity Water Spray
Deluge System have been delivered and inspected as per ITP.

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 9.1.3 Prepare tools/equipment and materials for installation Water Spray Deluge
System.

9.1.4 Prior to installation works verify the location for the approved clearance of
civil/architectural finish.

9.1.5 Coordinate the Medium Velocity Water Spray Deluge System installation with
other MEP services installation and make adjustment if need.

9.1.6 Correct any unsatisfactory conditions detrimental to the proper and timely
completion of the installation.

9.1.7 Installation drawing and approved shop drawing/related to the approved

coordination drawing will be available at all times on site and they are issued
for construction.

9.1.8 Layout the location of anchorage for the piping and accessories and
coordinate with other installed and un-installed MEP services

9.1.9 Use appropriate access/safety harness and tools for the installation of
Medium Velocity Water Spray Deluge System.

9.2 INSTALLATION PROCEDURE:

9.2.1 Fix the supports for pipes on the floor as per approved drawings.

9.2.2 Cut pipes as per approved drawings and thread those using sharp dies. Clean
the pipes internally to remove burrs and foreign material. Ensure pipes are
free from particular matter and oil residue before installation.

9.2.3 Install pipes as per approved drawings. Apply joint/tape only to the male
portion of the threads of pipes.

9.2.4 Arrange visual inspection of pipes for proper alignment, no external corrosion
& no external loads.

9.2.5 Paint the pipes as per approved Specification.

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 9.2.6 Check that the location of Deluge Valve is suitable for inspection, testing and
other maintenance activities. In case the Deluge Valve location has to change,
inform the concerned get the approval for an alternate location.

9.2.7 Ensure that a Deluge valve trim assembly installed like trim kits, water motor
gang bell, Manual Release, Pressure Gauges & Fittings as per Manufacture
catalogue.

9.2.8 Check that Pipe Ring & Sprinklers are installed as per shown on drawings.

9.2.9 Checks the Detection Line & Q.B Detector are installed as per shown on
drawings.

9.2.10 Check that pipe work is Hydraulic Tested.

9.2.11 When installing in between flanges, be sure that the gasket are used to obtain
a good seal between the pipe flange and the flange face of the controller.

9.2.12 Check the OS & Y Gate Valve Supervisory Switch & Pressure Switch are
provided and interfaced with FACP.(If Required)

10.0 QUALITY PLAN

10.1 Relevant Supervisor(s) and QA/QC Engineer(s) shall monitor the works for quality
of workmanship and installation against approved construction drawings, method
statement, project specification and manufacturer recommendations.

10.2 All works shall be inspected for quality of workmanship and conformance to
specification prior to offering for inspection with THE CONSULTANT.

11.0 SAFETY & HAZARDS

11.1 All site safety procedures will be implemented and complied with, according to HSE
plan and procedures.

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 11.2 Site engineer/Safety officer to hold tool box meeting before the installation will
commence and will be recorded.

11.3 All personnel will be equipped with minimum personnel protective equipment hard
hat, coveralls and safety boots.

11.4 Leather gloves to be used when manual handling.

11.5 Personnel shall not stand below the equipment being lifted.

11.6 Only approved scaffolding will be used in the installation works.

11.7 Use safety belt when working on high elevation.

11.8 Coordinate with the safety officer in maintaining safe working and proper
housekeeping in the working area.

11.9 Coordinate with the safety officer in the disposal of waste materials.

11.10 All personnel must fully understand the method of installation of Medium Velocity
Water Spray Deluge System.

11.11 All workforce personnel shall be given safety training, correct manual handling,
dangers / symptoms of Heat Stress, care of hand tools etc… prior the commencement
of works.

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