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Method Statement For Installation and Inspection of Firefightin
Method Statement For Installation and Inspection of Firefightin
1.0 Purpose
The general purpose is to ensure that a Safe System of Work (SSOW) applies to all work activities, as such this
is the exemplar way to prove that the risk associated with a specific activity has been carefully considered and
appropriate controls implemented. The specific purpose of this Method Statement procedure is to describe the
method of installation and inspection of the Sprinkler System (SS).
2.0 Objective
This method statement is critical to the health and safety (H&S) of the activity it relates to. It is too followed
and adhered, any deviation or changes must be first authorized by the site supervisor
3.0 Scope
This method statement for firefighting system covers below activities:
This Method Statement procedure highlights the installation and inspection of Fire Fighting & Sprinkler
System (FASS).
4.0 Quality of Installation
Quality of installation and materials at the site will be ensured by the project team consisting of a Project
Manager, Project Engineers, QA/QC engineer and the site Supervisor. All the installation at the project will be
according to the project specification. applicable standards and /or industry norms. All installation work shall
factually adopt and carried out as per the Manufacturer's/Client's Consultant's Health & Safety
recommendations for handling and use of the materials/substance. Main Contractor/Sub-Contractor/Third party
shall ensure that all workers are aware of the applicable H&S requirements.
5.0 Equipment
Drilling Machine12”
Grinding Machine
Pulls Spring
Welding Machine
Steel Tape Measure
Tone Generator
Screw Driver Test Pen
Screw Driver ((Flay and Cross))
Insulation Tape
Multitier Metter
Angle Grinder
Hammer Drills
Hammer ((Small))
Chisel
Air Blower
Knife
Players
Cutting Players
Scaffolding
Ladder
Leather Gloves
Hard Hat
Goggle Glass
Dust Mask
First Aid Kit
Soldering Gun
Two-way radio
Clamp Metter
Measuring equipment
Hack saw
Threading Machine
Pipe wrenches & Spanners, etc.
The following Tools and Equipment will be used for Fire Fighting System Installation:
8.0 Responsibilities
Ensuring that all the preparation and application works are conducted as per the contract scope of
work and Manufacturer’s SDS.
Ensuring that the advancement of works is accomplished according to the pre-planned program and
according to the approved method statement.
Ensuring that all the equipment, devices, machinery, material or substances needed for executing the
work are available as per the pre-planned construction program.
Making sure to co-ordinate with the Main Contractor and sub-contractor, MEP Coordinator & HSE
Personal for the safe and appropriate execution of the work.
To provide all the essential information and to the distribution of responsibilities to the construction
team.
The Supervisor Will be Responsible for the following:
The Supervisor/Forman will accomplish his duties by maintaining regular coordination with the
project engineer/line manager on daily basis. Furthermore, to ensure proper distribution of the workforce in the
required and planned designated locations.
To provide to the project engineer a day-to-day progress report highlighting the activities gained and
discuss with him the planned activities for the next day.
Ensuring that the day-to-day work is progressing as planned and to advise the MEP/Construction
project engineer of any requirement for additional resources.
Strongly to be aware of test frequencies regarding the pipework and Hydrostatic.
To handle the disposal of waste materials regarding the instruction received for the project
engineer/line manager.
To ensure full coordination with the health and safety specialists to maintain an SSOW and
appropriate housekeeping of the worksite, by practicing the approved HSE initiatives and further ensure that
all his working team are well aware of the same to prevent severe and fatal accident and losses.
9.0 Methodology
Installation of Fire Sprinkler System
The installation of Fire Sprinkler System shall be as per the approved shop drawings and
recommendations of the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) 13.
FSS installation Pipe’s hangers shall be appropriate spaced at intervals as per the approved shop
drawing.
The installation of Fire Sprinkler Threaded piping will be made with a standardized and authentic pipe
sealing compound (jute and mastic combination methodology) applied on male threads only. Ends of FSS
Installation pipe will be renamed out before fitting.
Sizes for sizes of pipe 2-Inches and below are made threaded & 2 ½” and above sizes are generally
grooved type. The groove for FSS pipes can be cut groove or roll groove.
All underground installation of Fire Sprinkler System will be welded type. All piping coming
underground will be wrapped particularly with polyvinyl chloride tape.
All Piping must be firmly supported by a combination network consists of pipe hangers and strong
support brackets. Pipe hangers are always used to support the ‘dead load” of the pipe system. The for the
pipe’s installation will be as per the scheduled.
Sprinkler Head Location (SHL) shall be installed following approved system plans and recommended
layout.
Indication on Fire Alarm Panel (FAP) & Repeater Panel (RP) regarding the zone being operated.
10.0. Health & Safety Hazards
Before commencing any work, the team shall strictly follow as per the Manufacturer’s/ Client’s /
Consultant’s Health & Safety recommendations for handling and use of the materials and ensure all involved
personnel shall be aware of the same. The general safety guidelines are given below:
Ensure the work area is safe & clean.
All employees shall adopt safe working practices.
Safety equipment (Safety helmet, safety shoes, coveralls, gloves, goggles, face mask as applicable) to
be worn at all times.
When working at a high level, the appropriate safety harness shall be used and secured whilst
working-extra care shall be taken whilst using tools at a high level to prevent dropping.
Ensure sufficient lighting is available during all stages of installation & testing.
Report all accidents no matter how small to the Safety Officer on duty.
Ensure any electrical isolation permit is obtained if required, for installation any electrical equipment,
panel, cable, wires and accessories.
Supervisor
The carrying-out the work and the proper distribution of all the available resources in coordination
with the Site Engineering daily.
Daily reports of the works are achieved and coordinated for future planning with the site Engineer.
Incorporate all the QC and Safety requirements as requested by the concerned Engineer.
Meeting with any type of unforeseen incident or requirement.