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STANDARDS PUBLICATION

KOC STANDARD

FOR

FIRE PROTECTION AND SAFETY EQUIPMENT

DOC. NO. KOC-L-009

STANDARDS TEAM
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KUWAIT OIL COMPANY (K.S.C.)

STANDARDS PUBLICATION

KOC STANDARD
FOR

FIRE PROTECTION AND SAFETY EQUIPMENT

DOC. NO. KOC-L-009

STANDARDS DIVISION

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KOCSTANDARD

FOR

FIRE PROTECTION AND SAFETY EQUIPMENT

DOC. NO. KOC-L-009

(FORMERLY 015-YH-1002)

ISSUING AUTHORITY:

STANDARDS DIVISION
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
PAGE NO.

FOREWORD 5

1.0 SCOPE 6

2.0 APPLICATION 6

3.0 TERMINOLOGY 6

4.0 REFERENCE CODES AND STANDARDS 7

5.0 ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS 8

6.0 HEALTH, SAFETY & ENVIRONMENT 8

7.0 TECHNICAL REQUIREMENTS & SYSTEM DESCRIPTIONS 9

GENERAL 9
CRUDE OIL STORAGE TANK DELUGE VALVES AND SYSTEMS 9
CRUDE STORAGE TANK FOAM COLLECTION HEADS 11
FIRE HYDRANTS & FIRE ENGINE SUCTION RISER 12
FIREFIGHTING EQUIPMENT BOXES 13
FOAMiWATER CANNONS 15
MOBILE WATER MONITORS 15
FIRE EXTINGUISHERS 15
SAFETY SHOWERS 17
BREATHING APPARATUS 18
FIRST-AID KITSISTRETCHERS 19
SAFETY SIGNS AND NOTICES 20
WIND SOCKS 21

8.0 PERFORMANCE REQUIREMENTS 21

GENERAL 21
DELUGE SYSTEMS 21
FIRE HYDRANTS 21
FIREFIGHTING EQUIPMENT BOXES 21
FOAMIWATER CANNONS 22
WATER MONITORS 22
FIRE EXTINGUISHERS 22
SAFETY SH06\T\iER~,EYEWASH, AND EYEIFACE-WASH UNITS 23
BREATHING APPARATUS 23
FIRST-AID KITSISTRETCHERS 23
SAFETY SIGNS AND NOTICES 23
WIND SOCKS 23

9.0 INSPECTION AND TESTING 24

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10.0 QUALITY ASSURANCE

11.0 MARKING

12.0 DOCUMENTATION

13.0 SPARE PARTS AND MAINTENANCE REQUIREMENTS

14.0 APPENDICES

APPENDIX-1 .I TYPICAL LAYOUT OF DELUGE AND FOAM

SYSTEMS FOR CRUDE STORAGE TANK

APPENDIX-1 -2 TYPICAL DELUGE SYSTEM DETAIL

APPENDIX-1 -3 TYPICAL FOAM SYSTEM AND 4-WAY

SUCTION COLLECTING HEAD DETAILS

APPENDIX-? .4 TYPICAL DETAILS OF FOAM POURER

APPENDIX-2 TYPICAL DETAILS OF FIRE HYDRANT

APPENDIX-3 TYPICAL FIRE ENGINE SUCTION RISER

APPENDIX-4 TYPICAL FIRE EQUIPMENT BOX

APPENDIX-5 TYPICAL MATERIALS FOR FIRE WATER,

DELUGE AND FOAM SYSTEMS

ACKNOWLEDGEMENT

DESCRIPTION

ANSl Z 358.1-2004 added to the list of National Standards - Clause 4.1.1 Page of 33
of this Standard.
Clause 7.9.6 revised (marked
number.
) to show the correct referred clause 1
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Clause 8.8.1 and 8.8.2 are revised (marked ) to show minimum flow /
rates of flushing water required to be delivered by the Safety Showers Page 23 of 33
and the Eyewash Units respectively in accordance with ANSl 2358.1-
3nn4
Clause 8.8.3 added (marked /Z\ ) to show minimum flow rates of
flushing water required to be delivered by
accordance with ANSl 2358.1-2004
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FOREWORD

This document "KOC Standard for Fire Protection and Safety Equipment" is
intended t o provide the minimum technical requirements for design, manufacture,
construction and performance of the fire fighting and safety equipment with a
view t o protecting personnel and facilities during any fire breakout.

This Standard has been approved b y the Standards Division, in consultation with
the Standards Technical Committee (STC), for use throughout the corporate
engineering and operational functions of Kuwait Oil Company (K.S.C.).

This Standard has been issued under the direction of Standards Division and
Standards Technical Committee in order t o achieve the following objectives:-

a) To maintain KOC requirements of safety t o protect personnel, plant and

property.

b) To minimize the risk of catastrophic release and explosion of flammables.

C) To provide a set of consistent guidelines for KOC and contractorsr personnel

engaged in the design and construction of firefighting systems, equipment,
emergency shutdown and remote control safety equipment.

d) To define the minimum standard requirements for fire protection and safety
equipment that have general applicability for all new construction and will
guide for a consistent system and cost effective equipment.

Feedback as well as any comments derived from the application of this Standard
at any stage of engineering, purchase or field application are invited and should
be directed to:

Supdt. Standards Division

(Chairman, Standards Technical Committee)
Engineering Group, K.O.C.
P.O. Box 9758, Ahmadi 61008
State of Kuwait

The preparation of this KOC Standard was entrusted by Standards Technical

Committee (STC) t o the Task Force (TF-LP/05) comprising of the following
members:

Dr. Mohammad llyas (Standards Div.) Team Leader Tel. No. 61406
Mr. Faisal Mairza (Standards Div.) Member Tel. No. 61 151
Mr. Sivapatha Sundram (Ex/Engg. Design Div.) Member Tel. No. 67858
Mr. Fahad At-Qattan (HSE Div.) Member Tel. No. 67389
Mr. Barun Barua (HSE Div.) Member Tel. No. 71408
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1.O SCOPE

This Standard specifies the minimum basic requirements of design,

manufacture, performance and installation of the following Fire Protection afid
Safety Equipment for KOC Facilities in Kuwait.

a) Fire fighting system

i) Fire water system

ii) Foam system

b) First-aid kits, Breathing apparatus and Wind socks

2.0 APPLICATION

2.1 The equipment and materials used for fire protection and safety shall conform
to the requirements of this Standard and the referenced standards I codes
mentioned herein or approved by KOC.

2.2 The design and performance of all fire protection and safety equipment shall
protect both personnel and the facility.

2.3 Any exceptions or deviations from this Standard, along with their merits and
justifications, shall be brought to the attention of KOC Controlling Team for the
review, consideration and amendment by Standards Team (if required).

2.4 It is the responsibility of KOC's Controlling Team to seek advice I approval from
KOC Fire and HSE Teams for relevant activities.

2.5 Compliance with this KOC Standard does not of itself confer immunity from
legal or statutory obligations.

3.0 TERMINOLOGY

KOC Kuwait Oil Company

F&G Fire & Gas
UPS Uninterrupted Power Supply
FM Factory Manual
UL Underwriters Laboratories
LPC Loss Prevention Council
UV Ultra violet
HSE Health, Safety, and Environment
DPC Dry Powder Chemical
RTRP Reinforced Thermosetting Resin Pipe
HDPE High Density Polyethylene
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4.0 REFERENCE CODES AND STANDARDS

4.1 Conflicts
In the event of a conflict between this Standard and other standards or
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codes or specifications referenced herein, or purchases or contractual
requirements, the most stringent requirement shall apply.
4.1. I National Standards
ANSI 288.2 Respiratory Protection
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ANSlZ358.1-2004 Standard for
Equipment
Emergency Eyewash and Shower
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ASTM A1 05 Standard Specification for Carbon Steel Forgings for
Piping Applications
ASTM A 193 Standard Specification for Alloy-Steel and Stainless
Steel Bolting Materials for High-Temperature
Service
ASTM A 194 Standard Specification for Carbon and Alloy Steel Nuts
for High Pressure or Temperature Service or Both I
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ASTM A216 Standard Specification for Steel Castings, Carbon,
Suitable for Fusion Welding, for High Temperature
Service
ASTM A234 Standard Specification for Piping Fittings of Wrought
Carbon Steel and Alloy Steel for Moderate
Temperature
ASTM A5 15 Standard Specification for Pressure Vessel Plates,
Carbon Steel, for Intermediate and High Temperature
Service
ASTM B62 Standard Specification for Composition Bronze or
Ounce Metal Castings
ASTM B165 Standard Specification for Nickel-Copper Alloy
(UNS N04400) Seamless Pipe and Tube

ASMEIANSI B 16.5 Pipe Flanges and Flanged Fittings

Specifications for Fire Hose Couplings and Ancilliary
I
Equipment

BS 5041 (Part5) Boxes for Foam Inlets and Dry Riser Inlets 1
BS 5306 Fire Extinguishing Installations and Equipment on
Premises

BS 5378 Safety Signs and Colours

Standard for Fire Safety Signs, Notices and Graphic

Symbols
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BS 6755 Testing of Valves

BS EN3 1-6 Portable Fire Extinguishers

BS EN60529 Specification for degrees of protection provided by

enclosures (IP code)

NFPA 11 Low-Expansion Foam

NFPA 15 Water Spray Fixed Systems for Fire Protection

NFPA 1404 Standard for a Fire Dept. Self-contained Breathing

Apparatus Program

4.1 - 2 KOC Standards

KOC-G-004 KOC Standard for Packing, Marking and Documentation

KOC-G-007 KOC Standard for Basic Design Data

KOC-G-009 KOC Standard for Spare Parts and Maintenance Data

KOC-L-005 KOC Recommended Practice for Loss Prevention

Requirements

KOC-L-008 KOC Standard for Fluoroprotein Foam Liquid

Concentrate for Fire-Fighting

KOC-P-001 KOC Standard for Painting and Coating of Metal

Surfaces- New Construction

KOC-M-007 KOC Standard for Fire Hose

381/016 KOC Standard 381/016 Specification for 4-Wheeled

Portable Water Spray Monitor for Fire Fighting

5.0 ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS

5.1 The equipment and material shall be suitable for continuous service at the
desert location under high ambient temperatures and humidity.

5.2 For environmental conditions in Kuwait, refer to KOC Standard for " Basic
Design Data" (KOC-G-007), which provides the detailed design information
regarding the environmental, site, and utility supply conditions prevailing
throughout the KOC facilities.

6.0 HEALTH, SAFETY AND ENVIRONMENT

6.1 The supplier/contractor shall employ necessary health and safety procedures
t o protect personnel and surrounding environment during onsite field works.
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6.2 All relevant safety requirements of the KOC Fire and Safety Regulations and
the KOC's HSE policy shall be adhered to while performing the works within
KOC areas.

7.0 TECHNICAL REQUIREMENTS 81SYSTEM DESCRIPTIONS

7.1 General

7.1.1 For guidance on the philosophy for the selection and use of fire protection
and safety equipment, refer to KOC Recommended Practice "Loss
Prevention Requirements" (KOC-L-005).

7.1.2 Whenever appropriate listings exist, the fire protection and safety
equipment shall have been tested and approved by an internationally
recognized testing and approving organization, such as FM, UL and LPC. In
addition, all fire protection and safety equipment shall be subject t o
approval b y KOC Controlling Department and shall be in compliance with
the local laws and regulations.

7.1 -3 The supplier/contractor must note that one complete item of each type of
equipment offered in compliance with this Standard or any other Standard
referenced herein shall be presented to the KOC Controlling Department for
approval. Procurement activity must not proceed until KOC has tested,
reviewed and approved the proposed equipment.

7.1-4 The supplier/contractor shall consult with the KOC Controlling Department
for developing the locations of required fire protection and safety
equipment, and shall submit design drawings showing proposed equipment
locations for approval.

Crude Oil Storage Tank Deluge Valves and Systems

All deluge valve stations shall generally be arranged in accordance with

Appendix- 1 .l & 1.2 of this Standard. Deluge valve assemblies and their
associated panel for instruments, gauges and air vessels shall be installed
outside the bund wall of the crude storage tank they are protecting. These
valve stations shall be close to the radial stairways and protected from
radiated heat by the provision of metal radiation shields or other methods
approved by KOC. Adequate clearance shall be provided for access to
inspect, maintain, remove and flush the system. Deluge system piping and
fitting materials shall conform t o Appendix-5 to this Standard.

7.2.2 Deluge valves shall be held closed by air pressure supplied from the
instrument air system. Removal of air pressure to the valve itself must
result in the valve opening. An air vessel shall be provided to act as a
temporary reservoir in case of instrument air failure to delay or prevent
unnecessary release and waste of fire water.

7.2.3 Instrument air system tubing and fitting materials shall be 316 stainless
steel.
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Deluge valves shall open on removal of instrument air pressure by:

a. Remote operation of a push-button at the main fire and gas panel,

located in the main control room, to energize a solenoid valve in
instrument air supply t o the deluge valve.

b. Local operation of a mechanical air release unit at the deluge valve

station.

A full size deluge water bypass line complete with a normally closed manual
block valve shall be installed around the deluge valve.

A fire service connection (Suction Collection Head) shall be provided and

arranged t o connect downstream of each deluge valve, in order t o allow a
secondary supply of water t o the deluge system if necessary. This
connection shall be provided with a normally closed manual block valve and
shall be accessible from outside the bund. Suction Collection Head shall be
4 way 2%" inlet according t o BS 336 and shall be the same type as
described under clause 7.3 of this Standard for foam collection heads.

Deluge system piping shall run across the bund, below ground, using 45"
fittings and emerge before the tank foundations t o connect t o the tank
deluge system riser connection.

System sizing and flow requirement shall be determined by hydraulic

calculations in accordance with the latest edition of NFPA 15.

The application rate shall be 10.2 litres/min./m2 of tank roof area of the
exposed side o m .The exposed side for purpose of this calculation shall be
determined in accordance with configuration of adjacent tanks, as indicated
in Appendix-I - 1 t o this Standard. No allowance, other than rundown, is t o
be made for the shell of the tank.

Water may be distributed using open upright spray sprinkler heads installed
in semi-circular arrays of pipework arranged over the tank roof. Deluge
system shall cover tank roof and around the tank.

At the rim, beyond the roof and shell, a deflector plate shall be installed t o
direct water, flowing off the roof, back, onto the tank's shell as rundown
water.

All small-bore trim lines, pneumatic reservoir and release arrangement,

fittings, valves, gauges and sundry items shall be supplied, mounted on an
instrument and gauge board, sited locally and readily accessible for all
operations. If enclosed, the enclosure shall be protected to IP 55 in
accordance with BS EN60529.

Nozzles shall be constructed from marine brass with a corrosion-proof

protective coating, and shall produce adjustable cone-shaped spray pattern
with uniform discharge characteristics.
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7.2.14 Insulating spools, gaskets and 1 or kits shall be supplied, wherever

necessary, t o provide a barrier at junctions between dissimilar metals having
an electromotive potential difference greater than 0.05 V.

7.2.1 5 Valve station block valves shall be fire-safe type, tested to BS 6755, Part 2.

7.2.1 6 Deluge valves shall be fullway or butterfly proprietary types with cast
aluminium bronze, flanged bodies and internals of non-ferrous metals.

7.3 Crude Storage Tank Foam Collection Heads

7.3.1 A four-way 2 % inch male hose collecting head or breeching inlet shall be
utilized t o introduce foam solution from the fire engine into the lines to the
tank foam pourers. It shall be according t o BS 336 and shall be arranged in
accordance with Appendix- 1-3 of this Standard. Foam system piping and
fitting materials shall conform t o Appendix-5 to this Standard.

7.3.2 Foam solution collecting heads shall be installed inside steel cabinets,
outside the bund wall of the crude tanks, they are protecting. The located
cabinets shall be protected from radiated heat by the provision of concrete
or metal radiation shields.

7.3.3 Foam system piping shall run across the bund, belowground, using 45"
fittings and emerge before the tank foundations t o connect to the foam
system risers provided in accordance with NFPA 1 1 hydraulic calculations.

7.3.4 The size of the risers for the wet, dry and dual crude storage tanks shall be
four (4) inch diameter and for the test crude tanks three ( 3 )inch diameter,
as a minimum. The supplier/contractor must verify these sizes and provide
adequate system during detailed design in accordance with NFPA 11.

7.3.5 The wet, dry and dual crude storage tanks shall each have a minimum of
four such arrangements. However, the number of foam pourers for bigger
size tanks which are more than 30 m (100 ft.) diameter shall be as per
NFPA 11. The test tanks shall have only t w o (2) foam system piping
arrangements.

7.3.6 Generally, the foam system piping arrangements shall be as detailed in

Appendix-1.4 of this Standard.

7.3.7 Foam collection heads shall be of brass or cast aluminium-bronze body

having four (4) inlets and one (1) outlet.

7.3.8 The inlets of foam collection heads shall be gunmetal 2 % inch diameter
male instantaneous couplings t o BS 336 and shall be furnished with spring
operated non-return mechanisms and brass cap.

7.3.9 Each manifold shall be complete with a piping adaptor, one end bevelled,
the other threaded male t o BS 336 round threads.
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7.3.10 The steel box for the foam inlet shall conform generally t o BS 5041, Part 5,
except the following:

a. the glass door t o be replaced by a steel panel;

b. a robust latch be provided instead of the lock and key.

7.3.11 The units shall be installed with center line of outlet a minimum of 600 mm
and a maximum of 1200 m m above grade.

7.3.12 A valved drain line shall be provided at the system low point. The drain line
shall be routed t o a new drainage pit built by the supplier/contractor.

7.4 Fire Hydrants 81 Fire Engine Suction Riser

7.4.1 The fire hydrants shall conform t o the following:

a. Fire hydrants shall generally be in accordance with the details shown in

Appendix-2 of this Standard. Materials for fire hydrant and fire
suction riser piping and fittings shall conform t o Appendix-5 t o this
Standard.

b. The Hydrant assemblies shall be suitable for a working pressure of 1 0

barg (15 0 psig) and hydrostatically tested t o 1 8 barg (261 psig).

c. The size of fire hydrant, shall be the same around aH the Facility. It
shall be fabricated from pipe and standard fittings, having a six (6)
inch diameter barrel with dual-valved t w o and half (2%) inch diameter
hose outlets according t o BS 336.

d. Hydrants shall be "dry" barrel, valved types connected through

extension pieces t o a flanged-T connection on the buried firewater ring
main.

e. Hydrant inlet valve shall be a ball valve from compatible material with
a six (6) inch diameter flanged inlet and outlet.

f. All valve diaphragms shall be of Viton or Teflon material.

g. A suitable arrangement shall be incorporated t o drain the barrel after

use.

7.4.2 The fire hydrant shall be installed at the locations and specified spacings as
follows:

a. Generally, the location of the hydrants shall be as detailed in the

relevant Project Layout Drawings. The drawings wilt show the
minimum KOC requirements. Supplier/contractor shall review the
scheme, and if necessary, modify the system to fully comply with the
statutory regulations. In the event no drawings are supplied by KOC,
the supplier shall develop the necessary drawings and submit them for
KOC's review and approval.
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b. Hydrants shall be provided at a spacing of 30 m (100 ft.) for

Gathering Centers & Booster Stations and 23 m (75 ft.) for tank farm.
The spacing for other areas will be determined by KOC Controlling
Department according t o the hazards assessment. Isolation vatves
shall be provided at each 100 m (328 ft.).

-7.4.3 The fire engine suction risers shall be provided in compliance with the
following:

a. Fire engine suction riser shall generally be in accordance with the

details shown in Appendix- 3 of this Standard.

b, A fire engine suction riser pipe shall be fabricated from 1 2 inch pipe
having t w o 5 % inch diameter fire engine suction connections, as
shown on the relevant Project Layout Drawings. This riser shall be
positioned near t o the firewater tank in an area wide enough t o allow
maneuvering of the fire engine truck. The fire engine suction riser shall
be protected by "Crash Barriers" painted in black and yellow. In the
event that no drawing is supplied by KOC, the supplier/contractor shall
develop and submit the necessary drawings for KOC's review and
approval.

c. The t w o 5 % inch threaded and valved outlets of the suction riser shall
be suitable for use with rigid suction hose.

d. During detailed design, the supplier/contractor shall investigate the

operational benefits of alternative hydrant designs and their spacing
with particular emphasis on the provision of 5% inch diameter
connections for the fire engine at strategic locations around the
facility.

7.4.4 The fire hose outlet valves shall be bronze-diaphragm types with 3 inch
diameter flanged inlets and 2% inch diameter outlets that have female
instantaneous couplings and plugs t o BS 336.

7.5 Firefighting Equipment Boxes

7.5.1 Firefighting equipment boxes shall be provided in compliance with the

relevant Project Layout Drawings at strategic locations of the facilities. If
KOC has not supplied any drawings, the supplier/contractor shall develop
the layout drawings and submit them for KOC review and approval.

7.5.2 Each equipment boxes shall be supplied and installed in accordance with
the following requirements:

a. The boxes shall be constructed from red epoxy coated steel or UV

resistant glassfibre reinforced plastic, self-coloured red.
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b. The boxes shaH be strengthened at all stress points (brackets, hooks,
hinges, handles, catches etc.) and be additionally reinforced where
shelves are fitted.

c. They shall have no corners, sharp edges or protuberances which could

damage the contents or injure personnel. They shall be provided with
double doors, double sealed t o minimize the ingress of sand. The roof
shall be sloped t o deter objects from being stored thereon.

d. The boxes shall be identified by the words in both the Arabic and
English languages "FIRE EQUIPMENT." This shall be painted in 75 mm
high white letters across the doors. Additionally, a fixed plastic notice
shall be installed inside the cabinet, listing the equipment provided,
also in both languages.

e. The boxes shall be complete with legs or feet, or mounted upon an

assembly t o ensure the doors are not prevented from opening by
drifting sand. The bottom of the door shall be not less than 900 mm
above grade.

7.5.3 Each box shall provide orderly and unobstructed storage for the following
equipment and shall generally be in accordance with the details shown in
Appendix- 4 of this Standard:

a. Eight (8) 30 m (300 ft.) long hoses of 2.75 inch (70 mm) diameter
reinforced rubber-lined, and woven synthetic fiber jackets; each
complete with one male and one female 2 % inch diameter
instantaneous couplings in accordance with KOC Standard KOC-L-007
and BS 336 firmly and securely wire-bound t o the hose.

b. Two (2) foglsprayljet twist grip-type branch nozzles.

c. Two (2) foglsprayljet pistol grip-type branch nozzles.

d. Eight (8) plastic containers of 3 % fluoroprotein foam concentrate,

each of 25 litre capacity. The concentrate shall be Angus FP70 or
equal and approved by KOC. The foam compound shall be derived
from a protein base and be compatible with the DPC fire extinguishing
powder.

e. Two (2) operating handles and extended keys suitable for use t o
operate the firewater ring main sectioning valves.

7.5.4 Two (2) foam-making branch pipes as Chubb model FMB 10 or equal and
approved by KOC shall also be provided. They shall be complete with pick-
up tubes incorporating a % inch diameter quick release foam compound
coupling.
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7.5.5 Four (4) dual-purpose jet spray branch pipes, t w o (2) Fyrex TB-25 and t w o
(2) Akron Style 1763 or equal and approved by KOC, shall be supplied and
mounted in each box. They shall be constructed predominately from light-
alloy materials and be fitted with 2 % inch diameter male instantaneous
couplings t o BS 336.

7 -6 Foamwater Cannons

7.6.1 Where specified, the road trailer-mounted foam tanks with integrated
foamtwater cannons with sunshade shall be provided for use at each
Facility.

7.6.2 The number and preliminary locations for the Foam/Water cannons shall be
as per the relevant project layout drawings. In the event no drawing is
supplied by KOC, the supplierlcontractor shall develop the necessary
drawings and submit them for KOC's review and approval.

7.6.3 The foam/water cannon shall be mounted on an integral 900 litre capacity
foam concentrate tank which shaH give more than 1 0 minutes supply when
operating at around 7 barg (100 psig.) at induction ratio of 3%. The tank
shall be capable of being refilled with concentrate by the KOC fire team
without shutting the water off.

7.7 Mobile Water Monitors

7.7.1 Four-wheeled, bogie-type, trailer-mounted monitors shall be provided in

compliance with KOC Standard 381I016 "Specification for 4-Wheeled
Potable Water Spray Monitor for Fire Fighting". Number of units and
capacity shall be determined by KOC Controlling Department. The mobile
water monitors shall be capable of being manhandled or towed by a
vehicle. Each monitor shall have capacity up t o 2250 litres per minute, with
a range (reach) of up to 40 m(131 ft.) at an operating pressure of 7 barg
( 100 psig) .

7.7.2 The monitors shaH normally be parked with the foam cannons ready for
immediate deployment during an emergency.

7.7.3 The numbers and preliminary locations for the water monitors shall be in
accordance with the relevant Project Layout Drawings. In the event no
drawing is supplied by KOC, the supplier/contractor shall develop the same
for KOC's review and approval.

7.8 Fire Extinguishers

7.8.1 DPC (Monnex) fire extinguishers and carbon dioxide ( C 0 2 ) extinguishers

and water shaH be provided for use as applicable and approved by KOC
Controlling Department.
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7.8.2 Monnex mobile wheeled units of 63 kg shalt be parked around the Facility
at strategic locations. Sunshades shall be provided for this purpose. Each
unit shall consist of the following:

a. Larger mobile extinguishers containing 63 kg of Monnex fire

extinguishing powder, designed and constructed fully in accordance
with the relevant part of BS EN3. They shall incorporate brackets,
handles, stays and an axle all welded to the extinguisher's steel body.
b. A suitably sized cartridge of C 0 2 shall be mounted externally, and
operation of this shall pressurize the main body of the mobile
extinguisher and prepare the contents prior to discharge.

c. A 9 m (29.6 ft.) long by 19 mm diameter hose equipped with an alloy

barrel and nozzle incorporating pistol grips and on/off trigger shall be
provided for controlling discharge. The charge status shall be indicated
on the extinguisher.

d. All of the above components shall be securely mounted on wheels with

solid tyres approximately 400 mm diameter and 100 mm wide.

7.8.3 In accordance with the layout drawings, 9 kg Monnex hand-portable

extinguishers shall be distributed around each building or structure. Each
unit shall consist of the following:

a. Portable fire extinguisher containing 9 kg of Monnex fire extinguishing

powder complete with mounting brackets, designed and constructed
fully in accordance with the relevant part of BS EN3.

b. The grip mechanism shall incorporate both safety-catch and telbtale

features to reduce the number of inadvertent and/or failed operations.

c. A short flexible discharge hose complete with nozzle.

d. The design shall allow easy re-filling in the field by provision of a large-
diameter filling opening.

7.8.4 The extinguishers shall be operated by a controlled discharge of gas

cartridge enclosed within the extinguisher body, effected by a simple lever
and grip mechanism. The charge status shall be indicated on the
extinguisher.

7.8.5 The control room, electrical room, switch gears, instrument sets, pantry,
UPS and battery rooms shall be provided with 5 kg C 0 2 portable fire
extinguisher which shall comply with the following:

a. The 5 kg C02 extinguishers shall give a controlled discharge using the

stored pressure of the extinguishant effected by a simple lever and
grip mechanism.

b. The grip mechanism shall Incorporate both safety-catch and tell-tale

features to reduce the number of inadvertent and/or failed operations.
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c. The extinguisher shall be with a solid discharge horn for directing the
release of C02. The cone of the horn shall be hard piped t o the
release mechanism.

7.8.6 All extinguishers shaH carry the following white markings in both the Arabic
and English languages clearly explaining the following:

a. The words "FIRE EXTINGUISHER"; the extinguishing medium; the

propellant arrangements utilized.

b. The method of operation.

c. Instruction t o refill and re-charge after operation including after partial

discharge.

d. The manufacturer's name, address, model number or identification

and year of manufacture.

e. lnstruction t o regularly inspect for availability.

Each extinguisher shall be labeled in accordance with the KOC Controlling

Department "inspection scheme" and the required space must be reserved
for this.

Before installation at the Facility, each extinguisher shall be delivered to the

KOC Fire Station's for inspection and labeling with its own identification
number and "due-off" date.

Quantities and size of extinguishers for any project shall be specified in the
relevant project and layout drawings.

The locations of the fire extinguishers shall be decided by the KOC

Controlling Department during detailed design stage of the Project.

Detail specification for type, quantity and quality of the fire extinguishers
shall be approved by the KOC.

Safety Showers

Self-supporting safety shower units shaH be made of PVC or GRP or other

non-carbon steel materials approved by KOC and be complete with
overhead body wash shower heads and eye bath diffusers. The water
supply pipework shall be encased in a PVC jacket with polyurethane foam
insulation.

All fittings shall be readily removable and replaceable after removing the
PVC jacket to access the ball valves.

Each unit shall be provided with an automatic drain arrangement and an

earthing boss.
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7.9.4 Units, free standing and self-supporting type, shall be connected to the
freshwater system which has its own pressurizing arrangements- Fitter shall
be provided before the water supply line inlet.

7.9.5 Potable water shall be provided t o safety showers and eyebath fountain,
shall be cooled and temperature shall be maintained between 25°C to 28°C.

7.9.6 The eyebaths shali be connected to a suitable independent potable water

supply with adequate pressure to ensure satisfactory operation with water
flow as specified in 8-8.2 of this Standard.

7-9.7 Once operated, the valves shall remain open until such time as they are
manually closed.

7-9.8 The Iocation of the Safety Showers and Eyebaths shall be determined by
the supplier/contractor subject to approval by KOC.

7-9.9 The shower head attachments shall be 60" and 120" spray angles,
respectively.

7.10 Breathing Apparatus

7.10.1 Self-contained sets of emergency escape breathing apparatus shall be

provided in cabinets wherever toxic gas detectors are installed. Unless
otherwise specified, a minimum of t w o (2) sets shall be provided at each
location as well as in the control building.

7.10.2 Minimum Two (2) Nos. of breathing apparatus for general use shall be
provided in the cabinet at control building.

7-10.3 Each breathing apparatus set shall consist of the following main
components:

a. A positive pressure full-face mask.

b. A corrugated rubber tube connecting the face mask t o the demand

regulator valve on the cylinder.

c. The demand regulator valve to be an instant flow automatic type

which avoids the need for the user to start the air flow other than by
simply donning the face mask and inhaling.

d. Compressed air cylinder with ergonomically designed back plate and

other accessories.

e. Literature enclosed for reference to compliance with National

Stantlards.
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7.10.4 Exposed parts of the apparatus shafl not be made of magnesium, titanium,
aluminium or other alloys which may, on impact, produce sparks capable of
igniting a flammable gas mixture.

7.10.5 All materials shaH be known for not producing static charges.

7.10.6 Materials coming into contact with the wearer's skin shall be soft, pliable
and non- irritating.

7.10.7 These sets shall be manufactured by MSA or Draeger or equal and

approved by KOC.

7.10.8 Wherever these sets are stored in the Facility, clear and concise
instructions, preferably in graphic form shall be provided for use.

7-11 First-Aid Kits/St.etchers

7.1 1.1 First-aid kits and stretchers shall be located in the control room,
maintenance building(s) and project site offices as specified.

7.1 1.2 As a guide, each kit shall contain the following:

a. Two (2) packets of 100 gm absorbent cotton wool.

b. Four (4) small plain wound dressings.

c. Two (2) medium plain wound dressings.

d. One ( 1 ) large plain wound dressing.

e. One (1) roll of absorbent ribbon gauze, 25mm x 5000 mm.

f. Eight (8) triangular bandages approx. 900 mm sides x 1270 mm base.

g. One (1) resuscitator (mouth-to-mouth) Brook airway type.

h. Six (6) rustless 5 0 mm safety pins, on a card.

i. One (1) pair 180 mm scissors, one blade sharp pointed, the other
round made of rustless and stainless steel.

j. One (1) set inflatable arm splints.

k. One (1) set inflatable leg splints.

I. Two (2) creams to treat burns.

m. Two (2) eye cleaners for general use.

n. Two (2) packets salt tablets for hot and humid weather conditions.
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o. Two ( 2 ) packets 'Panadof'

First-aid kits shall be supplied neatly and orderly arranged within a durable
metal or re-enforced plastic box or container.

This box or container shall be fitted with a carrying handle or strap or

supplied with a suitable valise.

A list of contents shall be supplied for storage with the kit. This shall detail
all equipment and quantities and include re-ordering instructions.

A first-aid manual with clear instructions for the use of aH the items supplied
in the kit shall be provided. This text shall be printed in both the Arabic and
English languages.

The stretchers shall be of robust construction designed t o carry one person

securely and t o give a measure of protection to an injured patient.

A footrest and other restraints shall be incorporated in the design (to

facilitate winching) together with slots and cleats t o accept and adjust
straps and/or ropes which shall also be supplied.

Suitable wall brackets shall be supplied for storage, allowing easy removal
in an emergency.

Safety Signs and Notices

Safety signs with necessary information t o visiting and operational

personnel shall be provided throughout the Facility in both the Arabic and
English languages. The information shall include the working conditions,
obligations and precautions t o be taken all the times.

The signs shall fall into one of the following categories:

a. WARNING: of potential hazards and risks.

b. PROHIBITING: certain actions detrimental t o safety.

c. OBLIGING: certain actions contributing to safety.

d. ADVISING: usually locations of safety/f ire fighting equipment or

escape routes and exits.

The supplier/contractor of the fire fighting and safety equipment shall print
all text in both the Arabic and English languages in reflective lettering and
background according to International Standards.

All safety signs and notices shall be the photo-luminescent types having a
luminous intensity of eight (8) milticandle light per square meter after 30
minutes of complete darkness.
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7.1 2.5 Signs shall be screen printed onto luminous film covered by a dull but clear
PVC film with good UV resistant qualities.

7.1 2.6 Signs shalt be mounted on a metal backing or other suitably stable material
to allow mounting into a flat surface.

7.1 2.7 Safety signs shall conform in all respects t o the construction requirements
contained in BS 5378 and BS 5499.

7.13 Wind Socks

The wind socks shall be provided at a higher elevation t o indicate the wind
direction and be accessible from the whole facility.

8.O PERFORMANCE REQUIREMENTS

General

Satisfactory performance of the fire protection and safety equipment is of

utmost importance. All equipment shall meet or exceed the requirements of
this Standard and referenced industry codes and practices.

Aher completion of the work, all fixed firefighting equipment shall be tested
in the presence of KOC Controlling Department.

Deluge Systems

Each deluge system shall be designed t o cover the shell of crude storage
tank with a water application rate of 10.2 litre/min./m2.

All equipment shall be rated for a maximum water pressure of 18 barg (261
p i g ).

Fire Hydrants

The hydrants shall be subjected to a pressure of up t o 18 barg (261 psig)

under no or low-flow conditions, and all equipment shall therefore be
suitably rated for such an occurrence.

The fire hose shall be in accordance with the requirements of KOC Standard
for Fire Hose (KOC-M-007)and shall be subject of acceptance pressure test
of 34 barg (500 psig). The test shall be held and maintained constant for
one (1) minute only. During this test, the hose shall not leak nor shall any
jacket threads break.

Firefighting Equipment Boxes

As stated in the above clause 8.4, all hydrant equipment in the firefighting
boxes shalt be subjected t o a pressure of up t o 18 barg (261 psig), under
no or low-flow conditions and shall therefore be suitably rated for such an
occurrence.
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8.4.2 A sample of the reinforced rubber lining hose shall be provided for testing
by the KOC's Controlling Department. This sample shall be subjected t o a
hydrostatic test at 7 barg (100 psig) which shaH be held for 30 seconds t o
ensure that any leaking or ballooning has not occured.

8.4.3 The dual purpose jet spray branch pipes shall give a throw, when on
straight stream (jet) setting, of at least 12 m (40ft.). When set on spray
setting, they shall give a cone of fine spray 4.9 m (16ft.1 diameter at
approximately 2.1 m (6.9 ft.) from the nozzle tip.

8.4.4 All accessories including equipment box shall be subjected t o visual and
dimensional checks.

8.4.5 The foam concentrate shall provide a solution when inducted at 3% having
properties at least equal t o the following:

Specific Gravity 1.15-1.18at 15°C

Concentration 3%
Expansion Ratio 1:8to 1:lO
25% Drainage Time Not less than 7% minutes
Water Content 65-70% by volume
Undissolved Solids 0.1 % maximum
Total Solids 43-48%
Foam Shear Stress 17-20 Newton per sq. meter

8.5 FoamIWater Cannons

At 7 barg (100 psig) intake pressure, the foam cannon shall be capable of
throwing foam t o a distance of 43 m (141 ft.), at an angle of 38" from
horizontal plane, and shall be capable of reaching a height of 18 m (60ft.)
when at an angle of 65". The water barrel shall be capable of throwing
water for a distance of 38 m (125ft.).

8.6 Water Monitors

8.6.1 The monitor shall be capable of discharging 2250 litrelminute when

operating at 7 barg (100 psig) intake pressure. The manufacturer shall
provide a complete Data Sheet highlighting the discharge volumetric rate
at the specified pressure. The horizontal and vertical water jet length (throw
of jet through monitor) should also be specified by the supplier/contractor.

8.6.2 The monitor shall be capable of swiveling 360" in horizontal plane and 125"
(80°upward, 45' downward) in vertical plane.

8.7 Fire Extinguishers

8.7.1 Mobile Monnex fire extinguisher of 63 kg shaH have a minimum discharge

time of 60 seconds and a minimum range of 9 m (30ft.).
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8.7.2 Potable Monnex extinguishers of 9 kg shall have a minimum discharge time

of 13 seconds and a minimum range of 7 m (23 ft).

8.7.3 Potable C 0 2 extinguisher of 5 kg shall have a minimum discharge time of 15

seconds.

8.8 Safetv Showers, Evewash. and EvelFace-wash Units

8.8.1 The overhead Safety Shower Unit shall be capable of delivering flushing
water at a minimum of 75.7 litres per minute (20 gpm) for 15 minutes with
stay-open valve in the required pattern in accordance with ANSl 2358.1-2004 A

8.8.2 The Eyewash Unit shall be capable of providing flushing water to eyes at not
less than 1.5 litres per minute (0.4 gpm) for 15 minutes with stay-open valve
as per ANSl 2358.1-2004
A
8.8.3 The EyelFace-wash Unit shall be capable of providing flushing water to eyes L!!a
at not less than 11.4 litres per minute (3.0 gpm) for 15 minutes with stay-open
valve as per ANSl 2358.1-2004

8.9 Breathing Apparatus

8.9.1 The escape breathing apparatus shall provide 15 minutes of air supply to give
the wearer an opportunity to reach fresh-air conditions in an emergency.

8.9.2 The breathing apparatus for general use shall be capable of supplying air for I
30145 minutes with minimum cylinder capacity of 1200 litres.

8.9.3 It is imperative that all the breathing apparatus materials be non-sparking and
anti-static.

8.9.4 The breathing apparatus shall meet the requirement of ANSl 288.2 and NFPA
1404.

8.10 First-Aid Kits 1 Stretchers

Performance of first-aid kits / stretchers is of paramount importance, and only

well-established designs of proven dependability shall be considered and
submitted to KOC for approval.

8.11 Safetv Signs and Notices

Safety signs and notices shall conform to all performance aspects and meet
the requirements of BS 5378 and BS 5499.

8.12 Windsocks

The wind socks shall be of contrast and reflective colour, preferably orange
with white stripes or any other colour approved by KOC Controlling
Department. It shall help to choose the direction of escape in case of an
emergency. The wind socks shall be freely rotational in 360 degrees and be
sensitive to light winds.
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9.0 INSPECTION AND TESTlNG

9.1 Fire protection and safety equipment shall have been tested and approved
by an internationally recognized testing and approving organization.

9.2 The supplier/contractor must note that one complete item of each type of
equipment offered in compliance with this Standard shall be presented t o
KOC Controlling Department for type approval testing.

10.0 QUALITY ASSURANCE

The supplier/contractor shall operate quality systems t o ensure that

requirements of this Standard are achieved. The quality systems shall
preferably be based on the I S 0 9 0 0 0 series of standards and the
supplier/contractor shall demonstrate compliance by providing a copy of
the accredited (current and valid for next 6 months) certificate and his
quality manual. Verification of the vendor's quality system is normally part
of the pre-qualification procedure and is, therefore not detailed in the core
text of this Standard.

11.O MARKING

For all relevant requirements, refer t o KOC Standard for "Packing, Marking
and Documentation" (KOC-G-004).

12.0 DOCUMENTATION

12.1 All correspondence, drawings, instructions, data sheets, design

calculations, or any other written informatton shall be in the English
language. In the case of dual languages, one language shall be English.

12.2 All dimensions, units of measurement, physical constants, etc. shall be in SI

units, unless otherwise specified.

12.3 All documents, (text, specification, data sheets, drawings etc.) shaH be
provided with electronic files in a KOC pre-approved software ( MsWord,
Excel, AutoCad etc.). Design calculations shall be submitted in a KOC
approved & widely used software.

13.0 SPARE PARTS AND MAINTENANCE REQUIREMENTS

For all relevant requirements, refer t o KOC Standard for "Spare Parts and
Maintenance Data" (KOC-G-009).
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TYPICAL LAYOUT OF DELUGE AND FOAM SYSTEMS FOR CRUDE STORAGE TANK

NOTE:- LOCATtON OF FOAM POURER COLLECTING HEADS AND WATER DELUGE VALVE ASSEMBLIES SHALL
BE BASED ON THE PLOT PLAN AND FlRE AND SAFRY LAYOUTS
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TO TANK SHELL (SEE DET
SUPPORT PLATE L - --LINE TO A DRAINAGE PIT
AS PER CLAUSE 7.3.1 2
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TANK SHELL RIM SCUPPER I : INTERLOCK PI : PRESSURE INDICAT
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1. SPRINKLER HEAD PIPING ON ROOF SHALL BE INSTALLED AS CLOSE TO TANK ROOF AS POSSIBLE FOR ACCESS,
2 NUMBER OF WATER DELUGE RINGS AND NOZZLES SHALL BE DETERMINED BASED ON THE DELUGE AREA AND AP
CONTRACTOR SHALL REFER TO KOC RECOMMENDED PRACTICE FOR "LOSS PREVENTION REQUIREMENTS" (KOC-L-0
OF FIREWATER, DELUGE AND FOAM EQUIPMENT, IN ORDER TO DETERMINE PREFERRED METHOD OF PROVIDING P
3 PIPING MATERIALS SHALL BE IN ACCORDANCE WITH APPENDIX-5.
4 INSTRUMENT AIR SYSTEM TUBING AND FITTING MATERIALS SHALL BE 316 STAINLESS STEEL.
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APPENDIX- 1.3

OCKWOOD FOAM POURER (OR EQUIVALENT)

COUPLINGS OR
ONE 4-WAY SUCTION
COLLECTING HEAD
(SEE Df3AIL '0')

PIPE SUPPORT

DETAIL 'y' L - ---
TYPICAL FOAM SYSTEM
(FROM APPENDIX- 1.1 )
CONCRETE PIT
UNE TO A DRAINAGE PTT
AS PER CLAUSE 7.3.12

STANDARD BEVELLED END

FOR PIPE BUTT WELD

ADAPTOR

4" MALE THREAD TO BS 3

TO MATCH THE OMLET OF I
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INLET OF ADAPTOR

4-WAY SUCTION
COLLECTING HEAD

I , 4 Nos. 2 1/2" MALE

-- lNSTANTANEOUSl€LNI
COUPLING TO BS 336
AG : ABOVE GROUND COMPLETE WITH NON
UG : UNDER GROUND DETAIL 'B' RETURN VALVE

TYPICAL $-WAY SUCTION COLLECTING HEAD

NOTE: THE SIZE OF THE RISERS SHALL BE MIN 4" DIAMETER FOR WET, DRY AND DUAL
CRUDE OIL STORAGE TANKS AND MIN 3" DIAMETER FOR TEST TANKS
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APPENDIX-?.4

FOAM POURER

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VALVE WITH 'OPEN'
FLAG VISIBLE FROM
GRADE (SEE NOTE-1
OF THIS APPENDIX)

VIEW 'CC'

TANK BOXOM PLATE

DETAIL 'c'
TYPICAL DETAILS OF FOAM POURER
(FROM APPENDIX- 1.3)

NOTE:
1. LOCKED OPEN VALVE TO BE LOCATED BFlTWEEN FOAM POURER VAPOUR SEAL AND TANK SHELL.
LOCKED OPEN VALVE TO BE CLOSED ONLY WHEN IT IS NECESSARY TO CHANGE VAPOUR SEAL
IN FOAM POURER AND THEN OPENED IMMEDIATELY AND LOCKED. THIS OPERATION TO BE
CARRIED OUT UNDER THE PERMIT TO WORK SYSTEM.

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3/4" BARREL NIPPLE

6" NB STD WT PIPE

RlNG MAlN
EPOXY COATED BOTH
INTERNALLY & EXTERNALLY

TYPlCAL DETAILS OF FIRE HYDRANT

I 1. FIRE WATER RlNG MAlN SYSTEM PIPING AND FIRING MATERIALS SHALL CONFORM 10 APPENDIX-5
TO THIS STANDARD.
2. ALL DIMENSIONS ARE IN MILLIMETRES.
3. ALL PIPES AND VALVES SIZES ARE IN INCHFS.
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5 1/2" CHROMIUM PLATED 3/4" BARREL NIPPLE

8" VALWS CLASS 150#

12" NB STD WT PlPE

12" NB STD. W. PlPE

EPOXY COATED BOTH
INTERNALLY & EXTERNALLY

TYPICAL FIRE ENGINE SUCTION RISER

NOTES:

1. THESE CONNECTIONS TO BE LOCATED NEAR THE WATER TANKS IN

CONVENIENT PLACES. ACCESSIBLE TO FIRE ENGINES.
2. FIRE ENGINE SUCTION RISER SYSTEM PIPING AND F1171NG MATERIALS SHALL
CONFORM TO APPENDIX-5 TO THIS STANDARD.
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APPENDlX-4

WELDED TO LEGS

SHELF WELDED

4 NOS. WELD TYPE

HINGES FOR EACH BOX

4 0 m m x 4 0 m m x 6 m m THK.

TYPICAL FIRE EQUIPMENT BOX

4 NOS. ANGLE LEGS
100mmx100mmx8mm THK.
NOTES:

1. ALL DIMENSIONS ARE IN MILLIMETERS.

2. THE FIRE BOX SHALL BE PAINTED WITH TWO COATS OF RED LEAD PRIMER AND ONE COAT OF
RED COLOUR.
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3. TOWER BOLTS SHALL BE INSTALLED FOR THE LEFT SIDE DOOR (TOP AND BOTTOM) OPERABLE
FROM OUTSIDE.

4. TOP HOOKS FOR LIFTING SHALL BE PROVIDED AND INSTAI I ED.

5. SHALL BE TAGGED FIRE EQUIPMENT BOX WllH WHITE PAINT ON THE DOORS.
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APPENDIX-5

TYPICAL MATERIALS FOR FIRE WATER, DELUGE, AND FOAM SYSTEMS:-

System Component Description

Pipes Carbon Steel API-5L Gr. B, Galvanized {up t o 3" size,
deluge & foam systems), or Epoxy Coated, or
Fibreglass Lined, or Cement Lined
Monel ASTM B165 (instrument connections)
RTRP, HDPE
Fittings Carbon Steel ASTM A1 05, Galvanized (up t o 3 " size,
deluge & foam systems)
Carbon Steel ASTM A234 Gr. WPB, Epoxy Coated,
or Fibreglass Lined, or Cement Lined
Carbon Steel ASTM A21 6 Gr. WCB, Epoxy Coated,
or Fibreglass Lined, or Cement Lined
Cast Steel (Strainers), Epoxy Coated, or Fibreglass
Lined
Flanges Carbon Steel ASTM A1 05, Galvanized (up t o 3" size,
deluge & foam systems), or Flange Surface Epoxy
Lined or Fibreglass Lined ANSl 150# & 300#
Blinds, Spacers and Carbon Steel ASTM A51 5, Galvanized (up t o 3" size,
Spectalls deluge & foam systems)
Carbon Steel ASTM A 5 15, Epoxy Coated
Bolting Stud Bolts A1 9 3 B7/A 194 2H
Thread full length with t w o hex nuts, ANSl
B18.2.1/B18.2.2, and washers in case of RTRP pipes
Gaskets Neoprene, t o ANSlB 16.21
Gate Valves & Globe Bronze ASTM B62, Bronze Trim (up t o 3 " size)
Valves
Check Valves & Butterfly Bronze ASTM B62, Bronze Trim (Mandatory up t o 3 "
Valves size)
Carbon Steel ASTM A21 6 Gr. WCB, Epoxy Coated,
or Rilsan Coated, or with Buna-N Liner, Monel Shaft
& Disc (optional for size above 3")
Ball Valves Bronze, t o Manufacturers Standard, Fire Hydrant
Isolation Valves only
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Note:-
?. KOC prior approval is required for using optional materials.
2. F~refighting piping inside Bund wall shall have minimum two (2) hours fire
proof rating.
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ACKNOWLEDGEMENT

This Standard has been approved by the Standards Technical Committee (STCJ
consisting of the following :-

Mr. Ali H. Baba Standards Div. Chairman

Mr. Mohd. Emam Insp. & Corr. Div. Deputy Chairman
Mr. S. Kumar Standards Div. Secretary/ Member
Dr. Mohammad llyas Standards Div. Member
Mr. Khalid S. AI-Ali Gen. Proj. Div. Member
Mr. Henry S. Hill Maint. Plng. Div. Member
Mr. Jassem Al- Quraini Engg. Design Div. Member

The draft of this Standard has been circulated t o the KOC User Departments for their
review and responses were received from the following :-

ENGINEERING GROUP PROD. & EXPORT OPNS. GROUP

Gen. Supdt. Engg. Services Gen. Supdt. Prod. Services

Gen. Supdt. Mar.& Export Opns.

MAINTENANCE GROUP INDUSTRIAL SERVICES GROUP

Gen. Supdt. Maint. Services. Gen. Supdt. Ahmadi Services

Gen. Supdt. Maint. (N&W) Gen. Supdt. Transp. & Plant

LOSS PREVENTION GROUP DIVIDED ZONE GROUP

Gen. Supdt. Fire & HSE Supdt. Proj. Engg. & Facilities Div.

The revision of this "KOC Standard for Fire Protection and Safety Equipment" has
been made b y the Task Force ( TF-LP/05 ) comprising of the following members :-

Dr. Mohammad llyas (Standards Div.) Team Leader Tel. No. 61406
Mr. Faisal Mairza (Standards Div.) Member Tel. No. 61 151
Mr. Sivapatha Sundram (Ex/Engg. Design Div.) Member Tel. No. 67858
Mr. Fahad Al-Qattan (HSE Div.) Member Tef. No. 67389
Mr. Barun Barua (HSE Div.) Member Tel. No. 71408