Installation of Ducting

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1. Purpose
This method statement is applicable to define the step-by-step procedures and to
implement the correct practices for the Installation of Ducting Works through the guidelines
contained herein to ensure that the job execution complies with the requirements of the
contract documents and serves the intended function to be satisfactory and to ensure that
the safe working procedures for this operation are detailed and implemented throughout
the execution of the work activities.

2. Objective
The objective of this method of work is to provide and document a safe working procedure
for employees of the company and Consideration has also been given in respect of persons
who may be affected by the work.

3. Scope of Work
This method statement serves to outline the steps and actions that FFTS will adopt to
undertake the Installation of HVAC as set out in the project specifications and
drawings.

1. Responsibility:
1) FFTS will be responsible for the supervision and execution of all of the above works.

2) Project Manager
Review, Approval and Monitoring of Method Statement implementation.

3) Site Engineer:
Responsible for day-to-day project requirements for execution, quality, and safety.
Record and monitor activities, and maintain progress and coordination with the Main
Contractor.

4) HSE Officer:
Implementing and monitoring the site’s HSE aspect as per FFTS requirements, in
coordination with the Main contractor.

4. Procedure:

Documentation and Preliminary site pre-check

1. Make sure that the drawings are approved before commencing the work.

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2. Any works in confined spaces will be subject to a separate risk assessment and a
permit will be requested by FFTS to the Main Contractor prior to the
commencement of any works.

3. All materials are subjected to Material Inspection Request (MIR) approval before
site usage.
4. All safety work permits (Working at height Permit / Working on floor edge
permit / Shaft permit) must be obtained prior to the commencement of work
and all workers must be safety inducted as per Main Contractor’s HSE plan.
5. Works must be coordinated, Obtain clearance from the Main Contractor Civil
team prior to the commencement of installation at site.
6. Prior to start any works inside shaft permit will be requested by FFTS to the
Main Contractor prior to the commencement of any works to follow the safety
precautions.
7. Ensure proper working platform and safe access prior in entering the working
area must be provided. Ensure that lifeline, hand gloves and safety googles is
available for workers. (If required) Scaffolds / platform (by Civil) shall be
coordinate and safety tag shall be available prior to its usage.
8. The Electrical Site Engineer confirms that all necessary documentation is in-
place to proceed, and identifies if there are any special requirements needed to
undertake the work; if everything is acceptable to proceed, the Electrical Site
Engineer then issue an instruction to the Construction team to carry out the
work.
9. All workers must wear PPE prior to start the Installation of Wiring Accessories.

Storage and Handling

1. Upon receipt of materials at site, all materials are stored in a safe, covered and
secured manner as per manufacturer’s recommendations.

2. All materials shall be carefully off-loaded at site using the necessary manpower,
appropriate shifting machinery and equipment to ensure that no damage will incur
to the materials.

3. Correct storage is vital for all materials as per manufacturer recommendations.

Reasonable care should be taken at all times and during offloading. Wiring
Accessories should be lowered carefully and not dropped to the ground.

4. Only the required quantity of Wiring Accessories for the specific task will be
transported from FFTS store to the work place. For temporary storage in the field,
where racks are not provided, the ground should be level and free from loose
stones.

5. All Wiring Accessories must be stored as per the manufacturer’s recommendations.

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Installation Methodology:

 Installation of Ducting
1. The ducts are made to conform to relevant standards and specifications. It
will be ensured that site measurements and approved drawings meet the
required standards.
2. MIR inspection will be carried out on the duct once it is delivered to the site.
This is done to increase conformance to specifications before the ducts are
covered.
3. Ensure that there is no leakage of air from between the pieces by using the
recommended gasket on the TDF flanges. Use quality bolts and nuts
(approved brands) to join the pieces.
4. Use an appropriately sized drill to mark the location of hangers in the slab.
5. Choose the correct sizes of anchor bolts; insert them into the drilled location
and use a hammer to fix it firmly.
6. Where structural steelwork will require support, beam clamps, glider clips, or
other devices that do not require welding or drilling of the steelwork shall be
used to attach them to the steelwork.
7. Choose the threaded rod that has the appropriate length and diameter; fix it
by carefully twisting the anchor bolt. Make sure you exercise caution to avoid
damaging the threads.
8. Lift the ducts one at a time through hoisting up the support level, make sure
it is positioned and aligned to the specified level in the construction drawing.
9. Use nuts and bolts to join the duct. Ensure that you have all the accessories
needed to complete the installation, such as supports and hangers.
10. Follow the approved drawing and specification while placing the hanger
support.
11. Provide approved gasket before you place the duct over it. The sizes of
support will vary depending on the approved project drawing and
specification.
12. Using the approved installation details as a guide, use nuts and washer to fix
the support.
13. Special channel support should be used for vertical ducts. Make sure this
support is bolted on the inner surface before it is fixed on the wall
14. Fabricated fittings should be used for all duck connections. Avoid diagonal
runs.
15. Unless otherwise stated in the project drawing, the duct should be located
horizontally and vertically.
16. Ductwork penetrating external walls and floors shall be sealed to the wall.

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 17. Ductwork that passes through floors, ceilings, and walls should be padded
and sealed with a sealant. Also, it should get a fire rating if it will be passing
through fire-rated floors or walls. Fire damper should be installed at the point
where the ductwork penetrates the fire-rated walls.
18. Install fire dampers in compliance with project specifications and SMACN
standards.
19. If required, fire dampers/motorized smoke will be installed according to the
approved shop drawing and any other damper should be fusible link type.
20. There should be the provision of an access door for inspection, calibration,
adjustment, and maintenance of dampers in line with the project
specification.
21. As each duct section gets completed, check and make necessary adjustments
to ensure that the ducts are in the correct level and alignment.

5. Labour, Plant & Material Requirement Material

In compiling this method statement, it has been assumed that materials to be used
in the defined process have been subjected to an approval process and
subsequently approved by the Client’s nominated representative, as per the
contractual requirements.
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Tools / Equipment

1. Scaffolding & Material Landing Platform

2. Drilling Machine
3. Saw Cutter
4. Spirit Level & Measuring Tape
5. Hand tools
6. Ladders

1.0 Supervision Arrangements

1. The team of experienced supervisors, foreman, and technicians under the guidance of
the Site Engineer shall ensure the quality of the work and conforms to the latest
approved drawings.

2. The work shall be carried out under the supervision of a supervisor. The Site Engineer
will monitor the quality/work progress. The Site engineer shall be responsible for the
overall quality and progress of the work.

3. The Site Engineer shall inform QA/QC Engineer, of the readiness of the site. The work
further shall be checked and approved by the QA/QC Engineer.

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4. The QA/QC Engineer shall raise all inspections to the Client to carry out a joint
inspection. The works are subject to the Consultant’s approval.

2.0 Health & Safety Requirements

HSE

1. All works are to be commenced by the FFTS HSE plan and the local HSE
regulations.

2. All Method statements and risk assessments are to be

addressed/communicated via briefing before commencing site work.

3. FFTS will comply with all local and UAE environmental procedures as per FFTS
Environmental policy

Fire

1. In the event of the occurrence of a fire outbreak during the course of the works, the
deployment of the first aid firefighting equipment shall be such as to be able to
contain and neutralize a minor outbreak. The Foreman/Supervisor shall determine if
the site-wide fire alarm system(s) should be activated in line with the assigned site
procedures.

2. Should it not be possible to extinguish the fire with the available equipment, then the
Foreman/Supervisor shall initiate the procedure for the safe evacuation of the site, as
defined within the Project Emergency Response Plan.

3. It shall be the responsibility of the Foreman/Supervisor to report the incident to the

designated Works Safety Officer. The Project HSE Manager shall compile an Incident
Report and issue the report to their immediate Project / Construction Manager for
onward submission to the Client’s Construction Managers (if applicable).

Accident

1. In the event of an accident the Foreman / Supervisor shall assess the situation and
determine the most appropriate action to take to ensure that the injured party is
safe.  If the injury is minor, the Foreman / Supervisor shall assign another operative to
accompany the injured person to the designated site first aid facility.
2. All accidents occurring on the site shall be reported to the designated HSE Officer and
recorded in the Incident Register.

Emergency site evacuation

The evacuation of the site during an emergency shall be dictated by the FFTS project
HSE plan and Project Emergency Response Plan.
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 Training

1. Full training about mandatory and job-specific PPE will be conducted (hard hat,
gloves, eye protection, harness, and safety shoes) on how to properly use, store and
dispose of.

2. Daily briefings shall be conducted on daily basis and before any execution of work (a
full briefing about the daily task to be communicated with all).

3.0 Environmental Requirements

1. FFTS will comply with all local and international regulations and standards as required
company’s HSE plan.

2. All works to be conducted by FFTS Sustainability Plan.

6. Inspection and Approval

1. On satisfactory completion of the installation the relevant internal inspection
will be carried out to ensure correct installation (as per the approved drawing,
specifications & method statement) before offering for client inspection.

2. On satisfactory completion of the internal inspection, a client inspection

request will be raised through Work Inspection Request, and a formal
inspection of the works carried out.

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