FOR

HYDROSTATIC
PRESSURE TEST
method statement FOR 200mm AND
250MM DIA.
BASE GENERAL CONTRACTING L.L.C.
HDPE PIPES
 CLIENT : Ministry of Energy and Infrastructure

ENGINEER : RTC Road & Traffic Engineering

CONTRACTOR : Base General Contracting LLC

PROJECT NO : 57/2023

PROJECT : Improvement of Al Khor St., UAQ

REVISION CONTROL

Revision Date of Details of Prepared by Reviewed by Authorized by Approved by

Status Issue Revision BGC BGC BGC RTC

First Issue for

00 21.06.2024 Mohamed Fadel Mohamed Fadel Shoukat Riaz
Approval
Office Civil Office Civil
Project Manager
Engineer Engineer

Second Issue
01 26.06.2024 Mohamed Fadel Mohamed Fadel Shoukat Riaz
for Approval
Office Civil Office Civil
Project Manager
Engineer Engineer

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 INDEX

1.0 PURPOSE

2.0 SCOPE

3.0 REFERENCES

4.0 ABBREVIATIONS & DEFINITIONS

5.0 ROLES & RESPONSIBILITIES

6.0 ASSOCIATED REQUIREMENTS

7.0 PROCEDURE

8.0 RECORDS & DOCUMENTS

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1.0 PURPOSE
The purpose of this document is to provide the guidelines for conducting hydrostatic pressure test of
200mm and 250mm dia. HDPE pipes by satisfying all the relevant specifications and requirements.

2.0 SCOPE

The scope of this procedure covers the steps to be followed for conducting hydrostatic pressure test of
200mm and 250mm dia. HDPE pipes in project: 2023/57 Improvement of Al Khor St., Umm Al
Quwain.

3.0 REFERENCES

a) Tender specification- Volume 3

b) IFC drawings

4.0 ABBREVIATIONS & DEFINITIONS

4.1 ABBREVIATIONS

IFC : Issued for Construction

PPE : Personnel Protective Equipment
BS : British standard
RFA : Request for Approval
ITP : Inspection and Test Plan
PQP : Project Quality Plan
QAQC : Quality Assurance and Quality Control
HSE : Health, Safety and Environment
NCR : Non Conformance Report
NOC : No Objection Certificate
QCP : Quality Control Plan

4.2 DEFINITIONS

Client : This shall mean Ministry of Energy and Infrastructure

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 Engineer : This shall mean RTC Road & Traffic Engineering or its nominated
representative.
Contractor : This shall refer to Base General Contracting LLC
Project : This shall refer to the subject contract 57/2023 Improvement of Al Khor St., UAQ
Vendor : This shall refer to equipment and material suppliers for the Project.
Shall : This shall mean contractual requirement.
Should : This shall mean desired requirement.
May : This shall mean possible course of action.

5.0 ROLES & RESPONSIBILITIES

5.1 Project Manager

He shall be responsible for:

a) Responsible for overall execution, administration, monitoring and control of the project as per the
Contractual requirements, specifications & Project Quality Plan (PQP).
b) Coordinate with Office Civil Engineer for obtaining necessary resources for the project and deploy as
required.
c) Responsible for managing all interfaces with Client and Construction Manager - Projects.
d) Responsible for coordinating for all the procurement and subcontracting activities related to the project
e) Deal with all contractual matters to the project
f) Monitor the actual progress of the work against planned programme.
g) Ensure Quality Management System of the Contractor is effectively implemented in the Project.
h) Obtain subcontractors Procedures / Plans / Method Statements, where applicable and coordinate approval
of the same.
i) Assess manpower, equipment and other resources required to achieve targets set.
j) Coordinate with the Procurement Unit in carrying out procurement activities for the project.
k) Liaise with Construction Manager to ensure timely completion of civil activities pertaining to the project
l) Liaise with QHSE Manager for preparation and updating PQP.
m) Analyze deviation or change of contract scope in coordination with Construction Manager
n) Analyze deviations, change of contract scope or delays, if required, and reschedule to meet target dates in
coordination with the Construction Manager.
o) Ensure through the Office Civil Engineer that appropriate actions are taken on all NCRs and Audit Non-
Conformances raised in the Project.
p) Ensure through the QA/QC Engineer that all Corrective & Preventive Actions taken in the Project are
Effective.
q) Identify Training needs and Coordinate with appropriate function for fulfilling the Training Requirements.
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 r) Monitor & facilitate the implementation of HSE as per contract HSE plan, RAY procedure & requirement.

5.2 Office Civil Engineer

He shall be responsible for:

a) Responsible for overall execution, administration, monitoring and control of the project as per the
Contractual requirements, specifications & PQP.
b) Coordinate with Project Manager for obtaining necessary resources for the project and deploy as required.
c) Responsible for managing all interfaces with Client and Project Manager.
d) Responsible for actual progress of the work against planned program.
e) Obtain subcontractors Procedures / Plans / Method Statements, where applicable and coordinate approval
of the same.
f) Coordinate with the Procurement Unit in carrying out procurement activities for the project through Project
manager.
g) Liaise with Site Engineers to ensure timely completion of civil activities pertaining to the project
h) Analyze deviations, change of contract scope or delays, if required, and reschedule to meet target dates in
coordination with the Project Manager.
i) Appropriate actions shall be taken on all NCRs and Audit Non-Conformances raised in the Project.
j) Ensure through the QA/QC Engineer that all Corrective & Preventive Actions taken in the Project are
Effective.
k) Identify Training needs and Coordinate with appropriate function for fulfilling the Training Requirements.
l) Reports to the Project Manager.

5.3 Project Engineer

He shall be overall responsible for safe execution of the complete activity including, but not limited to:
a) Organizing tools and equipment required to the work site.
b) Assigning work crew.
c) Sequence of activities to be carried out for the work as per this work procedure.
d) Stage Inspection & Surveillance.
e) Ensure all safety Regulations are followed as applicable.
f) Contract specific requirements for excavations, if any specified shall be identified and the requirements of
such specification shall prevail in addition to the non-conflicting requirements of this procedure.
g) Ensure & study the approved drawings & statements before starting the activity.

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 h) Communicate all HSE requirements to the entire working crew and ensure that they understand.
i) Thoroughly familiar with all MODES/RAY contract and general HSE requirements and understand it to
maintain a healthy and safe environment for employees and contract staff.

5.4 NOC Officer

He shall be responsible for the following activities:

a) Ensure that all relevant permits are applied for and obtained prior to the commencement of work.
b) Executing monitoring and updating the Authority Approvals (NOCs) and works with regulatory authorities
to ensure that the required approvals are in place in a timely manner.
c) Developing relationships with key stakeholders to ensure all necessary permits are in place as required.
d) Tracking the status of approvals and ensuring government compliance.
e) Support in resolving authority approval and permit interface issues as necessary together with the wider
project team, develop systems to ensure that permits are current and valid for the activity being
undertaken.
f) Advising and informing appropriate staff and department of document and plan submittal requirements

5.5 General Foreman / Supervisor:

He shall be responsible for the following activities:

a) Execution of work as per contract specifications, QC procedure, approved method statement and work
instructions.
b) Toolbox talks shall give by the Site Engineer & Supervisor with the concerned work force prior to start
of the work is a mandatory requirement.
c) Organizing tools and equipment required for the work site.
d) Ensure all PPEs are available to all the workers involved in the work.
e) Inspection of all works at every stage.
f) Ensuring the sufficient First Aiders and fire wardens are available with the crew.
g) Ensure all Safety Regulations are followed as applicable.

5.6 Surveyor

He shall be responsible for:

a) The surveyor along with his team members shall carry out the survey work in a systematic manner within
the stipulated time.

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 b) Ensure that all the levels / positions / alignments marked are properly secured and their location identified
accordingly.
c) Ensure that based on the latest Approved for construction drawings levels and benchmark has given.
d) Time to time preparing and submitting the survey report for the client review & approval.
e) Ensure before commencing of the activity all instruments are having valid calibration.
f) Ensure the permanent benchmark and cross verification in intervals.

5.7 QA/QC Inspector

He shall be responsible for:

a) Stage Inspections and Surveillance in accordance with QCP and assurance of quality of work as per
specification and approved procedures.
b) Ensure all the testing equipment are calibrated and calibration certificate is available at site.
c) Ensure availability of latest Approved for construction drawings/Specifications and reference documents.
d) Coordinate with approved Third party laboratory for Material testing as per Client specifications and
International standards.
e) Ensure all incoming site materials are as per approved Material submittal.
f) Review and Maintain records of all material test reports as per client requirement.

5.8 HSE Officer

He shall be responsible for:

a) Be familiar with the Client general safety, contractual requirements.
b) Advising site persons of any problems relating to the implementation of the HSE plan.
c) Permanent member of the HSE committee compiles and presents HSE site specific reports.
d) Maintain records of HSE meetings and ensure that routine HSE meetings and toolbox talks are carried out,
actions recorded, as stipulated in the HSE procedures.
e) Carryout safety audits and inspections, record proceedings and follow up recommendations.
f) Arrange for the distribution and display of safety posters and other safety promotional material.
g) Provide relevant advice on health, safety and environmental issues to all employees.
h) Assist with investigations of all accidents or incidents.
i) Maintain copies of all accident/incident reports and provide a monthly report and accident statistics to the
HSE professional.
j) Provide technical support in the preparation of departmental HSE action plans.
k) Demonstrate active involvement in HSE training programs.
l) Carryout assessment of sub-contractor activities and HSE systems.

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 m) Generally, monitor Occupational health risk assessments, performance monitoring and surveillance.

5.9 Direct Staffs

He shall be responsible for:
a) Carrying out all works as per standard and specifications.

5.10 Quantity Surveyor

She shall be responsible for:
a) Continually analyzing outcomes and write budget reports.
b) Advising on contractual claims and disputes.
c) Undertaking cost analysis for repair and maintenance project work.
d) Valuing completed work and arranging for payments.
e) Raising of Request For Approval (RFA) to substantiate claims.
f) Tracking changes to the design and/or construction work, and adjusting budget projections accordingly.
g) Coordinating with all concerned personnel to ensure quality of work, precision of work done and to meet
the requirements of the Client and Consultant.

5.11 Material Engineer

He shall be responsible for:
a) Implements all aspects of the ITP.
b) Review all material submittals for compliance with the contract documents.
c) Supervise laboratory and all testing activities.
d) Supervise site inspectors and all inspection activities.
e) Review all method statements for quality compliance.
f) Ensure that Material Inspection Requests for all designated activities are presented to the Engineer.

5.12 Site Laboratory Technicians

a) Maintains site laboratory and equipment in suitable condition.
b) Monitor sampling and conduct testing to appropriate standards.
c) Maintain all records in suitable fashion.

6.0 ASSOCIATED REQUIREMENTS

6.1 HSE Requirements

a) Ensure all P & M Equipment being used for the activity are in good working condition.
b) Ensure P & M Operators are qualified & authorized to operate the relevant equipment.
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 c) Ensure the work area shall be barricaded.
d) The toolbox talk shall be carried out before starting the work.
e) Ensure all necessary PPEs are worn by workers involved in the work.
f) Work shall be carried out in the daytime and if authorized, night work is permitted.
g) All sub-contractor men, material, machinery details to be collected and checked against insurance.
h) No work shall be allowed if temperature is more than 50 degree Celsius / high wind / more than 80%
humidity / inclement weather due to rain, lighting storm, fog or dark condition.

6.2 Materials, Tools, Equipment and Machineries

a) Hydrostatic Pressure Testing Equipment

b) Pressure Gauge
c) Non-return Check Valve
d) Water
e) Personnel Protection Equipment (PPE)

7.0 PROCEDURE

7.1 General
The following documents as a minimum shall be readily available for ready reference at work site.
 Client specifications
 Approved Method statement

7.2 Procedure
A. Ensuring Safety of Work Site
Pressure Test can be dangerous and should be performed with caution and careful attention to all safety
procedures. To ensure the safety of all workers, the following precaution must be completed prior to
conducting the test:
1. Notify system owner or personnel of the area to be avoided due to risks during pressure testing
2. Ensure that no high pressure testing occur in the work site
3. Ensure personnel conducting the test stand behind a barrier or the like during pressurization
4. Mark-off and barricade the work area

B. Conducting the Pressure Test

1. Identify the pipe to be tested. When possible, identify the maximum area tested.
2. Examine all connections prior to the test to ensure proper tightness.
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 3. Determine the pressure rating for all connected fittings and devices to ensure they are rated for the
maximum test pressure.
4. Backfill ¾ of the opening of the pipe that are not closed off by valves. Expose pipe joints.
5. Fill the pipe with clean water.
6. Apply a preliminary test pressure up to ¾ part or as directed by the Engineer.
7. Hold the maximum test pressure for 24 hours.
8. The Engineer must conduct an initial inspection. After 3-hour time period, conduct the second
inspection, another 3 hours, third and lastly, another 3 hours, final inspection.
9. Obtain confirmation of a successful test by the Engineer wherein the minimum shall be 9 bars.
10. Release the pressure and remove the testing fittings with caution to avoid escaping air streams,
debris and high decibel noise level.
11. Backfill the area with suitable and approved materials layer by layer.
12. Ensure all data has been properly recorded.

7.3 Records & Documents.

RFA
Test Results

 END OF PROCEDURE 

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