The 

Method Statement for Sump Pump defines the specified materials are installed
and the agreed procedure is implemented as per quality, project specifications, and
health, safety & environment requirements.

Scope
This method statement covers the installation procedures for the following type
of GRUNDFOS Storm Water Submersible Pumps: SLV Model

Here GRUNDFOS Submersible Pump brand will be used otherwise feel free to
substitute it with whatever brand that meets the project specifications for
approval.

References
 Local Authority Regulations
 Grundfos Installation & Operating Instructions for the respective pumps and
controls.
 IFC drawings
 Approved material submittal for the submersible sump pump

Abbreviations
QC – Quality Control
HSE – Health, Safety, and Environment
ITP – Inspection & Test Plan
MS – Method Statement
PPE – Personal Protective Equipment
MSDS – Material Safety Data Sheet
RA – Risk Assessment
QCP – Quality Control Procedure
INR – Inspection Request
QA/QC – Quality Assurance/ Quality Control

Responsibilities

Project Manager
Responsible to manage, execute, complete, and handover the construction activities
within approved budgets and resources in compliance with requirements as specified
in project specifications.
He will be overall in charge of implementing the Method Statement in accordance with
QA/QC and HSE requirements.

Construction Manager

Responsible for overall construction activities ensuring that all quality and safety
procedures are implemented.
Ensure that the required approved permits are obtained.
Managing construction activities and leading the site supervision, subcontractors, and
vendors to assist them in working to the project schedule by conforming QA/QC and
HSE requirements at the site.

HSE Manager

Generally plans, coordinates, and implements issues and directives within the
organization.
Ensures safe environmental working conditions for all employees.

HSE Supervisor

Monitors the site engineer’s strict implementation of the Method Statement for Sump
Pump Installation and Risk Assessment.
Implements the use of proper tools and equipment to maintain safety, certifications of
equipment and adherence to safety regulations.
Reports any unsafe work or stopping work that does not comply with HSE procedures.

QA/QC Manager

Establishes the proper implementation of the quality system.

Responsible for supporting the project team in implementing and maintaining Quality
Management System for the project through PQP, ITP, MST, and procedures in
compliance with project specifications, codes, and standards.

QA/QC Engineer

Responsible for the conduct of inspections as per approved ITP.

Site Engineer
Supervises the operations in accordance with the approved Method Statement for
Sump Pump Installation, shop drawings, specifications, material submittals, and
schedules to achieve the acceptance of the project deliverables.

Site Supervisor

Supervise closely, the activities designated to them and ensure that all instructions and
safety procedures are followed.

Site Foreman

Liaises with the Site Engineer and Supervisor for the work execution.

Electricians

Responsible for assisting their superiors during all construction work-related activities.
Work in line with the HSE and QA/QC requirements.

Store In-charge

Receives and inspects all incoming materials and reconciles all related documents.
Processes and distributes documents and tracks damage and discrepancies.

Resources
Testing instrument Required

• Clamp-on Ammeter
• Megger, 500V DC
• Digital Multimeter

Manpower

Construction Manager
Site Engineer
QA/ QC Engineer
HSE Officer
Supervisor
Electricians
Helpers

Materials Handling and Storage

The contractor & specialist MEP subcontractor are advised to ensure to take the utmost
care while loading, transporting, offloading, and all installation activities.

The pump shall be kept on a flat secluded surface with a well-ventilated storage area.

The unit selection, locations, and levels shall be in full compliance with the approved
materials, IFC drawings, approved shop drawings, BOQ, and project specifications
including but not limited to all supporting systems, anchoring, and spacing
requirement.

Shift the pumps and their accessories to the working area in a safe manner as per site
conditions by the use of either a hand trolley, forklift, or crane.

Methodology-Installation of Sump Pump

Pre-Installation/General Requirement to Consider
Meeting shall be scheduled prior to the beginning of the work and before any sub-
contractor starts on the project.

 Prior to the commencement of any construction works, the area and access will
be inspected to confirm that they are in a suitable condition for construction
work to commence. Prepare a working permit (if any) and submit it to any
designated safety officer.
 All relevant documentation (approved shop drawing, coordination drawing,
approved method statement, approved material submittal, approved ITP, the
checklist) and material applicable to a particular section of work will be
checked before the commencement of work.
 The sequence of work activity shall be coordinated at the site with other
disciplines and secure other trades (Civil/Structure & Architectural) to ensure
smooth coordination and to avoid re-work.
 The mechanical site engineer will instruct the supervisor in charge who in return
will relay to the tradesmen regarding the execution of the work and will
distribute all necessary approved construction shop drawings and
coordinated layout plans.
 The site mechanical engineer/supervisor should also check the tools and
equipment available which should be compliant with the contract requirement
and are in good and safe working condition.
 Ensure that only approved materials are required to carry out the work shall be
available.
  Pump selection is based on the certified performance curve and rated capacity
of the selected model mentioned as per approved material submittal, project
specification & design equipment schedule.
 Electrical component devices and accessories shall be defied in the latest TEC
Standard acceptable.
 The drainage water pump must be as per the approved material submittal and
project specification.
 When two or more units of equipment of the same type and class shall be the
product of one manufacturer.
 Pumps identifications: Manufacturers nameplate, trademark, model, serial
number, GPM, TDM, 994, HD Impeller, discharge, and suction shall be fixed at
each piece of equipment.
 The in-charge Mechanical Engineer, supervisor, and foreman should verify that
the personnel or assigned person must have sufficient knowledge of the
procedure for the installation, operating Instruction, and necessary
fundamental Information Review training and qualification record for those
individuals who will do the task to determine whether they are skilled enough
to follow the procedure before the work is carried out.
 Mockup for submersible pumps (mechanical and electrical) installation complete
with all hook-up details (including all accessories and supporting
arrangement) shall be carried out at the site prior to proceeding.
 The installer will receive a set of installation drawing from the factory with a tag
number and hosting shall be executed as per the manufacturer’s
recommendation.
 Pump installation shall be carried out in accordance with the approved shop
drawing, plan, section, and details and as per the manufacturer’s
recommendation, and project specification.
 All safety regulations must be observed at the installation site.

Installation Procedure of Sump Pumps

Equipment Supports
 The pump assembly will be mounted inside the concrete sump pit with the
required supports as per
manufacturer’s recommendation and approved drawings and materials.
 All required accessories shall be fixed as per approved detail drawings.

Valves, sensors, switches, and other accessories

  Support installation for valves and field devices shall be followed as per the
approved shop drawing details and project specifications.
 Confirm that the valve schedule shall be as per the approved layout and
approved material submittal prior to installation.
 Valve shall be installed with flange and union to allow servicing, maintenance,
and equipment removal without shutting down the system and located at an
accessible location.
 Guide pipe should be fixed as per approved detail.
 There should be one check valve and one gate valve at the pump discharge line.
 Float switches shall be positioned as per approved details & shop drawings.

Sump Pumps Installation Procedure

 Supply and install all sump pumps wherever shown in the approved shop
drawing.• Assure proper hit of all equipment and materials in the space as
shown in the drawing.
 Remove plug covering at pump discharge and suction ports once it is ready for
fixing into drainage pipelines.
 Align the pump and piping connection on both suction and discharge ports
confirm once more the pump level and alignment once it is bolted.
 Securely anchor the pump assembly with bolts to the concrete flooring or metal
structure.
 Make sure the weight of the pump assembly does not put a strain on the piping
network, and the pump inlet and outlet connections are installed stress-free
against a heavy load.
 Make sure there are no foreign materials inside the pump, and that the impeller
turns smoothly in the correct direction.
 Install pump’s discharge and suction pipelines with valves and accessories.
 The piping flange must be accurately aligned before the bolts are tightened, and
all the piping valves and associates. Fittings should be independently
supported without any strain being imposed on the pump as it will reduce the
reliability and performance of the pump, and can result in high maintenance
costs. Ensure flange type, bolts, and nuts are matching that can meet the
required pump’s working pressure.
 Assemble the suction and discharge pipes in accordance with the generally
accepted procedure and without exposing the pipes to distortion of tension.
 Support for the pipeline shall be properly fixed and clamped, valves shall be
supported as per the approved shop drawing, plan, and details. It is always
necessary to install support for the pipe on the discharge and suction side of
the unit. So that the weight of the piping does not come to bear on the pump.
  The Site Engineer/ Foreman ensures the surrounding area where the pump will
be installed are free from debris and the pump shall be protected until the
final acceptance of the client.
 Check the direction of impeller rotation; the arrow on the pump casing shows
the direction of the rotation.
 Field damage factory finish on equipment shall be touched up with paint that is
equal in quality and color to the original factory finish.

Installation of Electrical Wirings

 Provide all electrical equipment with proper wire size including connection of
power supply.
 Provide required power control and grounding wires for all pump motors.
 Check the connection to provide correct rotation for all pump motors.
 The electrical connection should be carried out in accordance with local
regulations and the manufacturer’s recommendation.
 Make sure to visually inspect the cable condition against any damage: not
sharply bent or pinched.
 The supply voltage, ampere, and frequency shall be marked on the pump
nameplate.
 Install the electrical isolator panel and power connection as per the approved
drawing and method statement.
 Connect the pump’s motor cable to the control panel and monitoring
equipment. Check using a multi-function electrical tester that all wiring
connections are correctly spliced and electrical buttons are working.

Inspection
 After completing the pump installation, The Site Engineer / Supervisor shall
systematically check and Inspect the work as per approved shop drawings.
Any rectification modification shall be immediately done prior to raising an
INR.
 After satisfactory inspection by the Site Engineer/ Supervisor on the fixed pump,
the INR has to be raised by them with complete attachment & Information
regarding the scope of the inspection, including highlighted drawings to show
the scope of Inspection. The inspection shall be performed according to the
typical checklist and approved Inspection and Test Plans ( ITP ).
 The needed attachment will be forwarded by the Site Engineer/Supervisor to the
QA/QC Department who shall check and process the INR documents of
completed works for Supervision Consultant installation inspection and
approval.
  After ensuring that safety precautions are in place, check that all pump valve
packages shall be fully open to avoid damage to the disk and seat ring.
 Correct alignment, and flat and smooth settling of the pump shall be inspected
by the Site Engineer/Supervisor.
 The pump’s freewheel and direction of impeller rotation as well as the fluid flow
direction shall be observed; and made sure that supplied electrical power is in
– line with the equipment nameplate rating.
 Check nameplates and cross-check with the specifications/approved shop
drawings/approved materials to ensure the correct pump.
 Check the impeller to ensure free and smooth rotation.
 After Site Engineer satisfactorily completed the inspection, INR shall be
submitted to QA/QC Department who shall check and process the documents
to have completed work inspected by Supervision Consultant for final
approval.

Health and Safety Analysis

Risk Assessment

Refer to Risk Assessment

Protective and Safety Equipment

All workers involved shall be equipped with adequate PPE as stated below:
• Safety helmet with company logo
• Safety boots
• High visibility vest, safety goggles, hand gloves, coveralls
• Twin-tail harness, Max 1.20 m long (when working at height). All special PPE (harness)
is considered
as a last resort when we cannot engineer, administratively eliminate, or guard against
hazards.

Information to Personnel

a. Safety Induction
b. Job training
C. Superintendents Notices/Memos
d. Toolbox talks
e. STARRT Card

Special Safety Requirements

a. All necessary personal/protective equipment (PPE), as well as harness, be provided.
b. Banksman, wearing distinctive vests, shall be assigned to help operators maneuver
their equipment.
c. The equipment operators shall possess the required licenses and certificates.
d. Generated dust shall be controlled by periodic water spraying.
e. The project safety officer is responsible along with the project zone site engineer for
ensuring that all operations are carried out with due regard to the safety of all project
personnel & property.
f. All working activities shall comply with client safety procedures.
g. First aid material.
h. General management of protection/operation hazards is to be observed.
i. In case of working at night, please refer to Method Statement for Night

Emergency Procedures

The contractor shall provide first aid kits on site for handling light injuries.

In the event of an emergency, all workers will be asked to evacuate and assemble at
the ASSEMBLY POINT and wait for further instruction from supervisors.

Emergency Contact Numbers

In case of a serious accident, dangerous occurrence, fire, or environmental incident the

Emergency Contact Numbers shall be contacted.

Permit Required

• Vehicle Permit for Equipment

• Working Permit
• Night Work

Quality Assurance and Quality Control

Quality Assurance Requirements
The contractor shall provide the required documents for Consultant approval prior to
initiating the execution of this activity as per the Project Specification requirements.
• The quality control requirement shall include related QCP’s, ITP’s and other related
documents as applicable. Refer to Inspection Test Plan.
• Applicable codes and standards for materials.
Quality Assurance Process
The contractor shall notify the Engineer prior to the start of activity and comments
from the site instruction will be complied with as per the contract.

Follow-up and Evaluation

 Follow-up on quality performance shall be carried out through an in-house
monitoring system such as progress reporting to the planning department,
and daily, weekly and monthly reports generated by the planning department
to closely monitor site performance in general and reflect on quality
performance in specific.
 All the above shall be in close coordination with the quality department to
monitor any deviations from the normal quality requirement and induce
corrective actions whenever required to eliminate non-conformance or quality
deviations.
 All remedial actions to be taken, if any, shall take into account the official
schedule which is used as guidelines for performance and most importantly
under the close supervision of the quality control department.

Records
 Checklist (CL)
 Inspection Request (INR)
 Inspection and Test Record (ITR)