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METHOD OF STATEMENT FOR CONSTRUCTION OF MECHANICAL

LAB @ DBW

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CONTENTS

Sl No. Description

1 PURPOSE

2 SCOPE

3 DEFINITIONS/ABBREVATIONS

4 RESPONSIBILITIES

5 EQUIPMENT & TOOLS

6 HEALTH, SAFETY & ENVIRONMENTAL PROCEDURES

7 QUALITY, ASSURANCE & CONTROL

8 PROCEDURE

8.1 CIVIL WORKS

8.2 MECHANICAL WORKS

8.3 PLUMPING WORKS

8.4 ELECTRICAL WORKS

9 HEALTH & SAFETY

10
PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT

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1. PURPOSE
The purpose of this method statement is to ensure that the Construction of Mechanical Workshop
in DBW with the Contract and safety requirements. Related hazards and concerns on
environmental impact are analyzed and safety precautions are implemented throughout the
progress of the work.

2. SCOPE
The scope of work is to construct new mechanical lab which comprises of civil, Electrical & MEP
works as per the specifications & drawings, including Substructure works (concrete structure
works, waterproofing work etc.), Superstructure works (concrete works, block works , insulation
work etc.), all External façade finishing works (plastering, paintings, glazing, aluminum, etc.),
Roofing works (waterproofing, parapet finishing, etc.), all MEP works, internal finishing works,
Structural steel works etc.
3. DEFINITIONS/ ABBREVIATIONS:
CLIENT Higher College of Technology
CONTRACTOR Al Reef Project Company
HSE Health, Safety and Environment
QA/QC Quality Assurance and Quality Control
PM Project Manager
MS Method Statement
ACI American concrete Institute
BS British Standard
ASTM American Society for Testing and Materials
SSPC Steel Structures Painting Council Specification
CSA Canadian Standard Association
QCP Quality Control Procedure
ITP Inspection Test Plan
RA Risk Assessment
DB Distribution Board

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4. RESPONSIBILITIES:
A) Project Manager
The Project Manager will be responsible for accomplishing the stated project objectives which
include creating clear and attainable project objectives, building the project requirements, and
managing the constraints of the project management triangle, which is cost, time, scope, and
quality. He shall be responsible for the ensuring that the Project Quality plan and the Inspection and
Testing procedures, the method the statement, HSE safety, and all contractual documentation are
maintained up to date and accessible to all parties.
B) HSE Engineer
HSE Engineer will monitor and implement all HSE related issues. He shall ensure that all
necessary requirements regarding Health, Safety and Environment concerns are met and
adhered.
C) CIVIL Engineer

They shall ensure that the work is done as per the specifications and drawings, review drawings,
and prepare cost estimates for the Construction activities.
E) Site Engineer
Supervise operations in accordance with the approved Method Statement, shop drawings,
specifications, material submittals and schedules to achieve the acceptance of the project
deliverables.
D) Site Foreman
To liaise with the Site Engineer and Supervisor for the work executing the work
E) QA/QC Engineer
Ensure the proper implementation on Quality system and monitor overall quality of the
work is maintained. Conduct inspection and monitor tests. Determine and report any non‐
conformance and recommended corrective actions. Ensure that all personnel are aware of
the quality requirement. Training of relevant personnel. Conduct surveillance and
inspection duties at various stages to ensure compliance to QA/QC Plan.

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5. EQUIPMENTS & TOOLS

Sr. Equipment & Tools Description

1 Transit Mixers
2 Concrete pumps and vibrators
3 Mobile Crane
4 Backhoe Loader
5 Boom Loader
6 Water Tanker
7 Compactor
8 Drilling Machine
9 Levelling Instrument (Dumpy Level)
10 Total Station
11 Levelling Staff

6. HEALTH, SAFETY & ENVIRONMENTAL PROCEDURES

Requirements of Health, Safety and Environmental for the project shall be in accordance with
approved Project HSE Plan, before commencing of any work, the required and applicable work
permits shall be checked and ensure all requirements of WP are compiled and they are valid until
completion of the activity and as per approved HSE plan. All personnel accessing their site will wear
the mandatory PPE.
All workmen and staff shall wear the mandatory and job specific Personnel Protective Equipment.
Pre‐task briefing shall be conducted on every day before starting the work. Experienced and HSE
inducted workmen shall be deployed for the work.
All personnel shall be cautioned while working near any live lines such as power cable, water lines,
drainage lines, telecom etc. Prior to commencement of work all workers shall be given pre‐task
briefing. Hazards identified for the activity shall be disseminated during pre‐task briefing, especially
for underground services, slip & trip, improper access, excavation tools handling, vehicle collision,

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heat exhaustion, which shall be identified and documented separately by permit to work system as
per approved HSE plan.
Safety and security procedures shall be implemented as a minimal, warning signs and lights,
barricades, railing and other safeguards shall be provided as required by the nature and location of
the work.

7. QUALITY, ASSURANCE & CONTROL

The Quality Assurance and Control for the above mentioned activities shall be exercised and
recorded in accordance with the contract documents and QCS for Quality Assurance and the
approved Project Quality Plan for the project. The quality assurance shall be ensured for
workmanship, equipment’s and materials conformance to the applicable standards and
requirements at every stage of the construction. This shall be monitored by quality control
personnel or designated substitute on the site during the production / operation.
Non‐conforming materials shall be notified in writing to correct or remove the defective materials
from the work site.
Applicable documents with latest version such as Inspection & Test Plan, Method Statements shall
be readily available and used by inspection and test personnel at the time of inspection as referring
documents.

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8 PROCEDURE
8.1 CIVIL WORKS
8.1.1 INITIAL SURVEY & SITE CHECKING
Before starting work, a survey shall be carried out to confirm the site conditions and the type
and location of adjoining or surrounding premises which may be adversely affected by the
works. Proper Safety Fencing and site sign boards will be installed prior to the construction
activities. The positions of services affected by the work shall be located and marked. The
location and marking of the positions of mains services shall be verified with the appropriate
authorities.
8.1.2 SITE CLEARANCE
 The process of site clearance is generally undertaken as part of enabling works, carried
out to prepare a site for construction.
 It involves clearing the site by removing any unwanted surplus materials, rubbish, and
so on. Site clearance may also involve clearing away vegetation and surface soil, and
levelling and preparing the ground for the planned construction works.
 All types of waste present on the site must be removed safely and efficiently.
8.1.3 DEMOLITION OF STRUCTURES
 Structures will be demolished in accordance with BS 6187:2000
 Before starting demolition, the disconnection of services and removal of fittings and
equipment shall be arranged with the appropriate authorities
 If during demolition, live services are encountered which had not been previously
identified, the work shall be stopped immediately in the vicinity and all reasonable
steps will be taken
 Existing services, pipelines and fittings still in are shall be protected in a proper way to
prevent any damage or clogging during demolition.
 Adequate protection and preservations shall be given to existing trees, hedges, shrubs,
lawns, pathways and roads.

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 During demolition of concrete structures, suitable temporary supports shall be made

to existing structure. All the demolished materials shall be separately stored and
disposed off at the approved dumping location.
 Necessary excavations with proper shoring shall be made in case of any demolition to
be done under the grade level.
 Periodically, water shall be sprayed to avoid dust during demolition.
 Upon completion of demolition work, the site shall be kept tidy and the surrounding
area shall be cleaned to avoid the accumulation of any dust and debris.
8.1.4 SETTING OUT
 The foundation location shall be set out and elevations marked by the Land Surveyor.
In case of any obstruction or existing services, it shall be intimated to the concerned
authorities and necessary modifications shall be carried out after getting approval
from the Engineer.
8.1.5 EXCAVATION FOR FOUNDATIONS
 Prior to commencement of excavation, the location shall be checked to ascertain the
type of soil to be excavated and appropriate equipment shall be deployed. Excavation
for building shall be carried out by using excavator and the excavated soil to be tested
for suitability and shall be stock piled at convenient locations at site if suitable for back
filling purpose and surplus soil to be loaded in to the tippers and unloaded at
designated location later.
 Excavation areas having greater slopes shall be supported and all locations where the
excavation extents below the ground water table, a dewatering system shall be
provided.
 The resulting groundwater level shall be at depth which is sufficiently below the
excavation level so as to allow the safe and proper execution of the work.
 Constructional vehicles shall not be operated or parked adjacent to excavations, and
earthworks, materials or other materials shall not be placed adjacent to excavations

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 Excavations will be kept free of water

 Neatly trim the face of excavation
 Excavation will be carried out to the lines, levels, dimensions and slopes specified.
 Level the bottom of excavation horizontally as specified. Remove any pockets of soft
material or loose rock in the bottoms of pits and trenches
 On reaching the required level of excavation, the surface shall be leveled and cleaned
of all traces of loose material. All excavated areas shall be barricaded and appropriate
signs shall be provided as required.
8.1.6 BACK FILLING AND COMPACTION
Backfilling shall be carried out to the levels shown on the Drawings or to levels as directed by the
Engineer with selected excavated materials and compacted in layers. Fill material shall be laid
and compacted in layers not exceeding 25cm thickness. Each layer shall be uniformly spread and
shall be moistened or dried by aeration when required to ensure the optimum water content
and shall be compacted uniformly.
8.1.7 REINFORCING STEEL
Engineer’s approval will be obtained for reinforcement before using in works. All reinforcement
will be stored on racks inside the stores. Different types & sizes will be kept separately. All
reinforcement will be kept to protect from damage, free from dirt, rust scale paint, oil, or other
foreign substances. All reinforcement will be cleaned before placing. All reinforcement placed
should comply with the drawings. Lap length will be taken in to account according to the project
specification when binding reinforcement bars.
8.1.8 FORM WORK
All formwork will be made by using plywood sheets, timber or by metal. All surfaces of formwork
will be finished smooth and mortar tight. The dimensions & position of formwork will be carefully
checked after erection. Oil or grease will be used to avoid adhesion of mortar and to achieve a
smooth surface. Before placing concrete all dirt, wood chips, hardened concrete or mortar and

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all other foreign matter will be removed from the forms. Well qualified foremen will be
appointed for fixing on formworks & reinforcement work.
8.1.9 PLACING OF CONCRETE
The method for placing of concrete will be worked out to prevent segregation of the material
& Engineer’s approval will be taken before concreting begins. Before placing concrete all
formwork therein will be cleaned of all foreign particles and dust and made free of any standing
water. Concrete of specified grade will be placed & compacted in horizontal layers. Concrete will
not be dropped from a height greater than 1.5m to prevent segregation. Concrete will be free of
all honey combs & voids. Complete Records showing the details of placing concrete in each part
of the work will be maintained and will be available for inspection at the site.
8.1.10 COMPACTING / VIBRATING OF CONCRETE
Mechanical vibrators will be used for compaction. All operators handling vibrators will be trained
in their operation properly.
8.1.11 CURING
Continuous curing will be carried out in a moist atmosphere and for a further period required by
engineer. Concrete area will be kept covered with hessian clothes or Polyethylene sheets which
will be kept moist throughout the curing period.
8.1.12 WATERPROOFING
Ensure that all preceding activities or activities completed which cannot be accessed after
waterproofing works are inspected, released and approved. Obtain MEP clearance and clearance
from other specialist trades which may not be accessible after waterproofing, prior to
commencing waterproofing works. Rectify non‐conforming conditions prior to commencing the
waterproofing works.
SURFACE PREPARATION
All surfaces to receive waterproofing to be clean, dry and free from dirt, dust, oil and grease.
Prepare and level the concrete surfaces for waterproofing either by chipping, hacking or scraping
the surface. Repair the excessive pinholes, and similar imperfections (if any) to eliminate uneven

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surface. Barricade the working area as to be a non‐trafficking passage. Raise an inspection

request for surface preparation (RFI) prior to the waterproofing work commences.
APPLICATION AND PROTECTION
Ensure all other trades in the said location are put on hold during the waterproof application so
to protect and avoid any damage to the waterproofing layers. Apply first coat uniformly at a
workable consistency. Floor application should continue to the vertical wall face as per the
project specifications. Ensure all surfaces to receive waterproofing fluid Application firmly to
achieve good adhesion and to be in one continuous operation. Subsequent coats of waterproof
may be commenced immediately after setting of the previous coat approximately 3 to 5 hours
and as per the manufactures recommendations. Second coat should be applied at a right angle
to the first coat. Finish coats to be fairly true to the plane with a homogenous finish.
Approved Bitumen Impregnated Protection Boards should be provided for protection with
sufficient lapping as per the manufactures recommendation. Vertical faces shall be protected
against damage from backfilling by using protection boards. All application shall be according to
manufactures instructions only. Approval shall be obtained from the Engineer prior to commence
the backfilling works.
8.1.13 MASONRY
Block works shall be done as per approved drawings. Samples of each type of masonry unit and
accessory shall be submitted to engineer for approval. Marking up of exact location of block walls
and openings as per approved shop drawings shall be done before commencing the work. Block
marked areas shall be cleaned and wet before to start with the activity. Mortar mix shall comply
with project specifications. One course of block only will be executed for testing and approval by
the engineer.

 All block work will be laid in stretcher bond solidly bedded, jointed and flushed up in mortar.
 Masonry is to be laid in true and regular courses. In lengths of walling between corners, the masonry
units should be laid to a string line stretched tight between the corners.

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 No work is to be raised more than 1.2m at one lift. Facing work is to be lifted in one whole operation.
The maximum height of laying is 1.5m per day.
 After completing of each section of the walls, cleaning shall be done to the down. Final
inspection shall be carried out for the entire work for approval of the engineer.
8.1.14 PLASTERING

Prepare the surface before plastering work starts. Prepare plaster in a mechanical mixer, using
sufficient water to produce a workable consistency and uniform color shall be used. Spray water
on the wall surface. The rough surface shall be kept damp with fine water spray or by covering
with polyethylene sheet until it sets down. Apply plaster/render coat after the scratch coat had
hardened. Initially, a thin coat is troweled on the scratch coat to ensure a thorough bonding at the
surface. Apply final thin coat plastering on the interior surface as specified. The newly applied
external coatings shall be cured and protected against frost, heat, and rain for the first 48 hours
using canvass, cloth or sheet, hung clear at the plaster surface. Moist curing by applying a fine fog
spray of water, generally twice daily in the morning and evening.

8.1.15 DOORS & WINDOW WORKS

Supply and install Door and Window with all required fittings & support as per the standard. Check
each doors and windows location as per the approved shop drawing and door schedule. Verify
opening dimension and levels from finish floor line reference to ensure that frames fit the
openings. Align and fit the door and window in frame to each desired location and elevation with
uniform clearance.

8.1.16 PAINTING

Samples of all colours/textures and finishes shall be prepared in advance of requirement so as not
to delay work and shall be submitted to Engineer for approval before any work is commenced. All
material shall be delivered to site in their original unbroken containers or packages & shall bear
the manufacturer’s name, label, brand & formula & will be mixed and applied in accordance with

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his directions. All oil, grease, dirt, dust and any other foreign substance shall be removed from the
substrate surface to be painted/coated.
Application
The surface to be painted when prepared one coat of paint to be applied as primer. Curing would
be made by drying until 4 hours is attained prior to the succeeding coat to be applied. Two coats
would be applied after the primer has reached its curing period. But each coat shall have an
interval time of 4 hours for curing. Then two coats of final paint would be applied. For working at
height, fixed and movable scaffolding would be erected as per area requirements. Scaffolding
when erected shall be inspected with Safety officer prior to usage.

8.1.17 HANDRAIL & CAT LADDER INSTALALTION

A. HANDRAIL INSTALLATION
 Concrete surface for handrail baseplate receiving area should be leveled, clean &
aligned.
 Lifting of fabricated handrail as per approved shop drawing should be done by
proper lifting crane or manually as per lifting plan.
 Lifted handrail should be fixed as per manufacturer’s recommendation & as shown
in approved shop drawing.
 Handrail joints should be welded with approved welders & welding procedure.
 Damaged paint & welded joints should be repaired as per approved procedure.
 Surrounding area of base plate concrete should be leveled and repaired.
B. CAT LADDER INSTALLATION
 Concrete surface for cat ladder baseplate fixing area should be leveled, cleaned &
aligned.
 Lifting of fabricated cat ladder as approved shop drawing should be done by proper
lifting crane as per lifting plan.
 Lifted cat ladder should be aligned with temporary supports

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 Expansion bolts should be fixed as per manufacturer’s recommendation & as shown

in approved shop & IFC drawing. Expansion bolts in wall should be fixed first and
then expansion bolts for concrete pedestal should be fixed. Mismatched holes
should be rectified as per specifications.
 After fixing expansion bolts alignment & vertically of cat ladder should be checked
and corrected.
 Joints should be welded by approved welders & welding procedure.
 Damaged paint & welded joints should be repaired as per approved procedure.
 Surrounding area of base plate concrete should be repaired as per approved
procedure.
 Surrounding area of base plate concrete should be leveled and repaired.

8.1.18 TILE WORK

Tiling Work for Floors

 Ceramic tiles type & color, mortar mix, shop drawings and method of application shall be
approved by the Engineer.
 Ensure that delivered materials from approved manufactures and in original labeled packing.
 Tiles of approved sizes shall be used for laying.
 Ensure the MEP clearance obtained.
 Restrict the working area to prevent unauthorized entry.
 The areas of substrate to be tiled shall be brushed clean and the finished floor level shall be
established
 All traces of grease, oil and loose particles etc. must be removed.
 In wet areas check that approved water proofing is completed as per manufacturer’s instruction
and tested for leakage
 Ensure that laying of tiles shall be as per the direction and pattern agreed with the Engineer
 Provide symmetry about center lines of the space or areas and adjust to minimize tile cutting.

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 Tiling should be started from the start point as fixed on the approved shop drawings.
 Lay out tile work so that tiles less than ½ full size do not occur and with minimum of cutting.
Carefully grind edges of cut tile. Ensure cut tiles are in corners and are equal on each wall face.

8.1.19 SUPPLY & INSTALLATION OF INTERLOCKS

 Prepare sub grade for the installation of the interlocking blocks. Any soft soils shall be removed
so that it will not create unstable foundation.
 Concrete paving units (Interlocking) shall be executed to the shapes, dimensions, and colors as
shown on the drawings and in accordance with Municipality specifications and standards. 60
mm thick paving stones have to be fixed for walkways and 80mm for vehicular areas
 Sub base is prepared by compacted granular material / crushed hard rock or quarry waste (no
chalk) passing a 75 mm BS sieve with a minimum thickness 200 mm sub‐base for roads and
150 mm for sidewalk
 The 60mm thick paving shall be laid firmly on 50mm thick bedding course of sand and fine
gravel, vibrated and compacted to provide a close and smooth surface
 Do not allow traffic on installed pavers until sand has been vibrated into joints.
 Remove and replace unit pavers that are loose, chipped, broken, stained or otherwise damaged
or that do not match adjoining units as intended.
 Protect the finished work from damage until substantial completion.
 At the end of each day of work, remove from the site rubbish and debris resulting from this
work.
8.1.20 SUPPLY & INSTALLATION OF KERBSTONE

 The approved kerbstones is to be made accessible near the specified work area.
 The design, pattern, levels, and etc. shall match approved contract or shop drawing.
 Surveyor is to check and clearly mark all the required levels, alignment, set outline where the
Kerbstones is to be installed according to the drawing.

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 Generally, Kerbstone is to be laid on a cement‐sand mortar bed with a concrete substrate /

foundation.
 Kerbstone’s joints are to be fixed side‐by‐side and touching one another. Joints to be
pointed/flushed with cement‐sand mortar bed
 Haunching is done on the paving face vertical down to the level of the underside of the levelling
course
 Curing is to be achieved for joints and mortar bed with 2 days of spraying water.
 At all rounded corners, the Kerbstone is to be cut into a smaller size to meet the required
alignment and curve.
 The line, alignment and level of Kerbstone are to be checked periodically throughout the
installation to ensure that it complies with the drawing and site requirements.
8.2 MECHANICAL WORKS
8.2.1 Packaged Air Cooled DX Air Conditioning Units
 Accept products on Site in factory‐fabricated protective containers or coverings, with factory‐
installed shipping skids and lifting lugs. Inspect for damage.
 Store in clean dry place and protect from weather and construction traffic. Handle carefully
to avoid damage to components, enclosures, and finish.
 All installation shall be in accordance with manufacturer's published recommendations.
 Gas/electric packaged air conditioning units shall be installed according to manufacturer's
recommendations to be completely weatherproof. Protect the roof from damage during
installation. Secure factory touch‐up paint to repair scratches and minor damage to
equipment prior to Start‐up.
 Power wiring to the units, including externally mounted service disconnect switch, shall be
furnished and installed as recommended by the manufacturer.
 Controls for conditioned spaces shall be as required under Building Automation System

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8.2.2 AIR HANDLING UNITS

 Install as shown on the drawings, as detailed, and according to manufacturer's installation
instructions.
 Mount units at appropriate height above floor to insure proper condensate trap depth
and condensate drainage.
 Install air handling unit to provide for adequate service access. Coordinate location to
ensure air handling unit does not infringe upon access or service clearances of other
equipment.
 Lubricate fan bearings. Verify fan isolators have proper deflection. Check the cleanliness
of equipment.
 Upon completion of installation of air handling units, start‐up and operate equipment to
demonstrate capability and compliance with requirements. Field correct malfunctioning
components, then re‐test to demonstrate compliance.
 Furnish one spare set of fan drive belts per fan for each AHU.
 Pre‐operation maintenance.
8.2.3 Air Filtration
 Install all air cleaning devices in accordance with the manufacturer's recommendations.
 Reinforce filter holding frames per manufacturer's instructions.
 Access doors shall be provided for maintenance and renewal of filter elements and
related items. Maintain necessary clearance for changing filters.
 Where air handling equipment is to be used for temporary heating or ventilation of a
facility, do not operate the equipment until specified filter media has been installed.
 Install filter gauge static pressure tips upstream and downstream of filters. Mount gauge
on outside of filter housing or filter plenum in accessible position; install tubing and gauge
valves between gauge and sensor tips. Adjust and gauge.

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 Clean and vacuum filter inserts, air handling units and plenums and sections of the air
distribution system to the satisfaction of the Design Consultant prior to starting air
handling systems.
 Install or deliver replacement filter units as directed by the HCT representative.
8.2.4 Air Outlets and Inlets
 Verify inlet/outlet locations.
 Verify the size of air terminals to achieve proper air pattern.
 Verify ceiling and wall systems are ready for installation.
 Ensure the noise generated by air terminals is within the permissible range.
 Coordinate beginning and completion of installation with other works.
 Install all Air Inlets and Air Outlets as required and in accordance with the manufacturer's
installation instructions.
 Where electrical reheat coils are provided with air terminal boxes, provide duct access
doors in ductwork upstream and downstream of reheat coil. Duct access doors shall be
of the necessary dimensions to access and replace reheat coils.
 Paint ductwork visible behind air outlets and inlets matte black or as per specifications.
 Check location of outlets and inlets and make necessary adjustments in position to
conform to architectural features, symmetry, and lighting arrangement.
Cleaning
 Protect all Air Inlets and Air Outlets against entry of foreign matter during construction
works.
 Remove all dirt and foreign matter from the entire duct system and clean diffusers,
registers and grills before operating fans.
 Provide temporary capping to prevent entry of foreign matter during construction.
 Clean duct systems, Air Inlets and Air Outlets with high power vacuum machines.
 Protect equipment which may be harmed by excessive dirt with filters, or bypass during
cleaning. Provide adequate access into ductwork for cleaning purposes.

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8.2.5 Duct Work

 Ductwork shall be either stored on purpose made racks of welded construction, or in a
dry open area stored clear of the ground.
 All open ends of ductwork shall be sealed with polythene sheeting to prevent the ingress
of dirt.
 Small ductwork sections shall not be stored within larger sections except in the case of
circular ducts.
 Ductwork shall not be stacked in a manner that will result in damage to or deformation
of the sections will occur.
 All ductwork shall be stored with an identification label indicating the piece number, size
and location in which it is to be installed
Fixing
 Mechanically closed rivets shall be used strictly in accordance with the manufacturer’s
recommendations with regard to use, size and clearance drill size.
 Bolts, nuts and washers shall be used for flanged sections of ductwork and shall be of
mild steel protected by electro galvanizing, cadmium plating or a similar approved finish.
 Self‐tapping screws shall be use subject to the approval of the Engineer, in instances
where other types of fixing is not practical.
 Welding shall not be permitted on galvanized sheet steel materials.
 Where sets and final plant connections are required site measurements shall be taken to
establish dimensions prior to manufacture.
 All ductwork joints shall be fitted with the recommended minimum number of fixings,
cleats or clamps. Sealants shall be used at all joints.
 Branches shall be installed off straight sections of ductwork and not off taper sections.
 Ductwork expansions shall be made upstream of a branch connection and contractions
downstream of a branch connection.

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 Concentric tapers on circular ductwork shall be used in preference to eccentric tapers.

The latter shall be used only where it is necessary to offset the ductwork center line.
 Particular regard must be paid to the prevention of duct movement, with consequent
noise. Potential leakage and strain upon flexible connections.
 Attention shall be given to the installation of long runs of air ducts to the direction of
expansion or contraction movement due to thermal change, towards flexible inserts
provided for the purpose of absorbing such movement.
 Test holes shall be provided in all main ducts and branches floor airflow measuring. Test
holes shall be neatly formed and fitted with removable type airtight plastic plugs.
 Care shall be exercised to ensure that no edges protrude into the airways, and that all
spigots (especially on high velocity systems) are well matched so that a smooth airflow is
achieved throughout the length of the ducting.
 Due consideration shall be given to the space required for all other services and allowance
made for the thickness of thermal insulation.
 Air‐leakage testing shall be carried out progressively, to the requirements for the
particular pressure classification of the system
8.2.6 Air Distribution Equipment ( Fans)
Delivery, Storage and Handling
 Accept products on Site in factory‐fabricated protective containers or coverings, with
factory‐ installed shipping skids and lifting lugs. Inspect for damage.
 Store in clean dry place and protect from weather and construction traffic. Handle
carefully to avoid damage to components, enclosures, and finish.
 Check and maintain equipment on monthly basis to ensure equipment is being stored in
Storage.
 Records shall be in accordance with manufacturer's recommended practices.

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 Installation shall meet or exceed all applicable federal, state and local requirements,
referenced standards and conform to codes and ordinances of authorities having
jurisdiction.
 All installation shall be in accordance with manufacturer's published recommendations.
 Supply and install sheaves as necessary for final air balancing.
 Provide acoustic insulation on duct to below roof line and on fan inlet plenum, and drip
pan for collecting condensation.
 Provide sound Attenuators or sound attenuating roof curb, as indicated and to prevent
noise break in to occupied spaces. Noise criteria in occupied spaces shall not exceed
specified design levels.
 Connect all fans to a motor control center and as indicated in wiring diagrams.
 All control, instrumentation and power wiring shall be part of electrical works and shall
be in accordance with the relevant electrical specifications.
 All cleaning shall conform to architectural and structural specification.
 Do not operate fans for any purpose, temporary or permanent until all duct work is clean,
filters in place, bearing lubricated and fan has been run under observation.
8.2.7 HVAC Thermal Insulation
 All thermal insulation materials shall be stored in their original packaging in such a
manner as to prevent the ingress of dust or moisture. The height of the packages shall be
restricted to prevent any deformation of preformed rigid sections.
 Flat sheet and rolled metal materials used for protective claddings shall be stored away
from the ground surface, adequately covered and protected in a manner to prevent
damage to the materials.
 All storage areas shall have adequate lighting to allow for the inspection of all materials.
Fixing
 All mechanical fixings (rivets, screws) shall be as recommended by the manufacturer of
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entirely suitable for the medium that they are being applied to and the application shall
be fully in accordance with the manufacturer's recommendations.
8.2.8 AIR COOLED WATER CHILLER
 Location: Locate chiller as indicated on drawings, including cleaning and service
maintenance clearance per Manufacturer instructions. Adjust and level chiller on support
structure.
 Components: install all auxiliary devices and accessories for fully operational chiller.
 Electrical: Coordinate electrical requirements and connections for all power feeds
 Controls: Coordinate all control requirements and connections with HCT IT Department.
 Finish: paint damaged and abraded factory finish with touch‐up paint matching factory
finish.
 Startup: Provide a complete Startup and Commissioning service for the machine as part
of the Purchase Contract for the machine.
8.2.9 FAN COIL UNITS
 The fan coil units shall be ceiling mounting box type complete with finned coil, fan section
with motor, insulated drain pans, cleanable air filters and fan speed regulator and other
controls as described.
Cooling Coil
 The coil shall be of seamless copper tubes not less than 5/8" O.D, 0.56 mm thick. The coil
shall have aluminium fins. The fins shall be spaced by collars forming integral part of the
fins. The tubes shall be staggered in the direction of air flow. The coil circuit should be
sized for adequate water velocity but not exceeding 1.8 M/S (6 FPS) the fins shall be
uniformly bonded to the tubes by mechanical expansion of the tubes. The coils shall be
tested against leaks at a hydraulic pressure of 10 kg/sq.cm. This pressure shall be
maintained for a period of 24 hours. No drop should be observed indicating any leaks.

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Fan
 This shall consist of (2) two lightweight aluminium impellers of forward curved type, both
statically and dynamically balanced, along with properly designed G.I. sheet casings. The
two impellers shall be directly mounted on to a double shaft, single phase multiple
winding motor capable of running at (3) three speeds.
Drain Pans
 The drain pan shall be sandwich type fabricated out of deep drawn single piece stainless
steel sheet, covering the whole of coil section and extended on one side for
accommodating coil connection valve, etc. and complete with a 25mm drain connection.
The drain pan shall be insulated with 12mm XPE insulation.
Air Filter
 The filter shall be cleanable type 15mm thick with 90% efficiency down to 20 micron of
rubberized coir to be mounted behind the return air grille in the unit casing.
Speed Control
 A sturdy switch shall be provided with the unit complete with wiring, for off and with
minimum (3) three speed control, of the fan.
Automatic Controls
 Each unit shall have a room type thermostat and a 3 way motorized modulating water
valve. The valve shall be fixed at a convenient location. The thermostat shall be mounted
along with the speed control switch on a common plate. The plate shall clearly indicate
the fan positions. The water valves on inlet line shall be of gun metal ball type with
internal water strainers, having BSP (FPT) inlet and flare type MPT outlet connection. The
valves on return line shall be as above, but without the water strainer.
 The water lines shall be finally connected to the coil of the fan coil unit, by at least 300
mm long, type L seamless solid drawn copper tubing, with flare fittings and connections.

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8.3 PLUMBING WORKS

8.3.1 ISOLATING VALVES
 Separate isolating valves shall be provided on all pipe work services to each item
of plant or equipment and on each main and submain, except where flow
measuring or regulating valves are required and these valves can be used for
isolating purposes without affecting their measuring or regulating functions.
8.3.2 DRAIN VALVES
 Drain valves shall be installed at all system low points on the dead side of isolating
valves and on all items of plant to facilitate emptying down and removal.
 Line sized drain valves shall be installed at the end of each pipe work run and at
the base of each pipe work riser to enable the system to be adequately flushed.
 Drain valves on chilled water pipe work shall be installed in such a manner that a
dead lag 600mm minimum length is provided prior to the valve.
8.3.3 AIR VENTING DEVICES
 Air venting devices shall be installed at all system high points.
 Automatic air eliminators shall be complete with galvanized mild steel relief pipe
work, taken to within 1.5 m of the floor level with gunmetal isolating valve and
extended to a position where any discharge will not damage building fabrics,
decorations or the like.
 Air bottles shall be made from 50mm size tube. Each shall be a minimum of
150mm long, fitted with a cap and 8mm size air cock. Where an air bottle is fixed
out of reach, a 15mm extension tube shall be run from the cap to within 1.5m of
the floor level and terminating with a needle valve and hose union.
8.3.4 WATER METER
 The sub‐meter for all external water use shall have a pulsed output and be capable
of remote monitoring. Main meters and all sub‐meters should be connected to
central monitoring system (CMS).

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 The monitoring system must have the following capability:

o Provide hourly, daily, weekly, monthly, and annual water consumption for
each end use. Compare consumption to previous days, weeks, months,
and years for trend analysis.
o Record peak water consumption for each end‐use.
8.3.5 Soil Waste and Rain Water Pipe work
 Materials and workmanship to be of best quality and executed in accordance with the
Specification, drawings and manufacturers recommendations.
 Where any pipe is required to be shortened it shall be cut off square and cleanly with an
approved pipe‐cutting machine.
 Where special joints or jointing materials are shown for pipes of any materials, they shall be
of an approved type and manufacture, and the joint shall be made in accordance with the
manufacturer's instructions, or as directed.
 Responsibility shall be assumed to identify and install all necessary expansion couplings and
fire sleeves throughout the installations.
 All plant, pipes and fittings etc. shall be thoroughly cleaned of all foreign matter before
installation. Each section of the installation shall be clean and free from any obstructions
whatsoever before proceeding with the next section of the installation.
 All vertical soil, waste and vent pipes are to have access doors provided on each floor, above
flood level of fittings served. Access to be provided in ducts to sanitary services. All vent pipes
are to terminate 300 mm above roof level, with suitable weathering slate apron and vent cowl
or copper wire balloon.
 Flexible joints are to be provided wherever pipes cross expansion joints.
 All soil, waste, vent and rainwater pipes shall be to the sizes and positions indicated on the
drawings to take the discharge from the branch waste and vent pipes, sanitary fittings and
equipment adjacent thereto.
 On completion the whole of the work is to be handed over in a sound and clean condition.

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 All pipe work shall be erected to present a neat and orderly appearance, arranged parallel to
or at right‐angles to the structural members of the buildings, giving maximum headroom and
shall not obstruct windows or doorways. Pipes shall bend round piers, projections and into
recesses forming part of the structural works whether so indicated on the drawings or not.
Pipe work shall be erected such that there is a minimum clearance of 75 mm to finished floor
level and a minimum clearance of 25 mm to finished wall faces.
 The discharge pipe work shall be so installed as to minimize the risk of blockage. Access covers
and/or rodding eyes are to be positioned such as to enable maintenance equipment to be
inserted into the system(s) to permit cleaning or clearing of all sections of the system(s). The
pipe work system and fittings are to be installed so that broken or defective parts can be easily
removed and replaced. The discharge pipe work shall ensure that there is no leakage of
contaminated water or foul air into any building.
 The work shall be set out and responsibility assumed for the accuracy of the same, and the
position of all fittings shall be approved by the HCT representative. When first setting to any
work, consideration must be given to the work of other trades.
 All materials & equipment are to be installed and protected in such manner as to be
adequately covered against damage and deterioration, and during the execution of the work
the open ends of all pipe work shall be temporarily plugged off by means of blank ends and
compression caps respectively.
8.3.6 PLUMBING PIPING INSULATION
 All thermal insulation materials shall be stored in their original packaging in such a manner as
to prevent the ingress of dust or moisture. The height of the packages shall be restricted to
prevent any deformation of preformed rigid sections.
 Flat sheet and rolled metal materials used for protective claddings shall be stored away from
the ground surface, adequately covered and protected in a manner to prevent damage to the
materials.
 All storage areas shall have adequate lighting to allow for the inspection of all materials.

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 All mechanical fixings (rivets, screws) shall be as recommended by the manufacturer of the
material being fixed. All mechanical fixings, sealants, tapes and adhesives shall be entirely
suitable for the medium that they are being applied to and the application shall be fully in
accordance with the manufacturer's recommendations.
 Thermal insulation to pipe work shall be carried out by specialists and strictly in accordance
with this Specification. No thermal insulation shall be applied to pipe work prior to witnessing
of the pipe work pressure test and only then after a full inspection and approval by the
Engineer.Thermal insulation shall be applied to the following :
 All pipe work carrying hot fluids in circulation including flanges and bodies of valves
on all sizes of pipe work.
 Cold water cisterns, feed and expansion cisterns and vent pipe work in roof spaces
and elsewhere, as indicated, to prevent the shedding of condensation.
 Cold water pipe work (including valve bodies and flanges) run above ground
external to buildings and run in roof spaces and elsewhere as indicated, to prevent
shedding of condensation.
Insulation shall fit closely on pipe work and other surfaces without gaps between them. The
following lines shall not be insulated:
a) Pipe used solely for fire protection.
b) Chromium‐plated pipe to plumbing fixtures.
 All sections of the insulation shall be of the correct size and made for the type and grade of
piping to which it is fitted and shall form a tight fit on the pipe work after application of
adhesive and lapping. Bends shall be formed by cutting a series of gussets in the preformed
sections to form a continuous finish with the pipe work. The valve bodies and flanges in plant
rooms and those components within the entire pipe work system 65mm dia and above shall
be insulated with the same insulation as the accompanying pipe work but contained within a
removable aluminium box. Where a vapour seal is incorporated into the insulation, all joints
shall be effectively sealed with approved sealing material and securely fixed.

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 Load bearing inserts of hardwood or phenolic foam complete with a factory applied vapour
seal shall be used at support positions on chilled water pipe work. The insert shall be of the
same thickness as the insulating material and cut such that 50 mm protrudes either side of
the support. The pre‐formed insulation section shall be butt jointed to the insert and the joint
fully sealed with 75 mm wide aluminium tape to maintain the vapour seal. At flanges,
expansion joints and anchor points, particular attention shall be paid to sealing the insulation
against water vapour ingress.
 Each pre‐formed rigid insulation section shall be butt jointed to the next, the point being fully
sealed with 75 mm wide aluminium tape. The preformed sections on domestic hot and cold
water services shall be secured hard to the bracket where inserts are not used. The reinforced
aluminium side overlap shall be sealed with a suitable adhesive or 75 mm wide aluminum
tape. Outer coverings shall not come into contact with pipe work and attachments.
 Circumferential tie wires each formed from three turns of wire not less than 1 mm thick,
spaced not more than 450 mm apart.
 Circumferential bands of non‐ferrous metal, plastic fiber or adhesive sheet.
 Rigid insulation applied to cylinders and flat surfaces shall be secured with non‐ferrous metal
or plastic fixings.
 The insulation on pipe work concealed from view within buildings will not require further
protective cladding.
 Insulation on pipe work exposed to view and within plant rooms shall be clad fully in a pre‐
formed aluminum stucco finish cladding 0.8 mm thick held in place by means of rivets or self‐
tapping screws. All joints shall be sealed with a non‐setting sealing compound.
 Insulation on pipe work exposed to the outside atmosphere shall be clad with a covering of
polyisobutylene sheet fixed with adhesive, lapped and solvent welded to form an impervious
seal. At entries into buildings, the weatherproof insulation shall extended not less than 100
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 Thermal insulation on pipe work in concrete trenches shall be as that for insulation on pipe
work exposed to the outside atmosphere.
8.3.7 PLUMBING SUPPORTS
 All continuous lengths of channel angle and screwed rod shall be store on purpose made pipe
racks of welded construction and of sufficient strength to support the entire weight of the
material without any noticeable deformation. The racks shall be such that all material is clear
of the ground.
 All raw metal shall be wire brushed and painted with one coat of red oxide paint prior to
storage.
 All general support materials shall be stored within a well‐lit container on purpose made
compartmented racks or shelving. The materials shall be separated by means of their type and
size and laid out in an orderly manner for ease of identification.
 All systems shall be adequately supported in such a manner as to permit free movement due
to expansion, contraction, vibration or other changes in the system. Supports shall be
arranged as near as possible to joints and changes in direction.
 Vertical rising pipes and ducts particularly in shafts shall be adequately supported at the base
to withstand the total weight of the riser. Under no circumstances shall branches from vertical
rising pipes be the means of support for the vertical pipe work.
 Hangers for horizontal systems at high level shall be supported from angle or channel irons
suitable for securing to the structure.
 Pipe work shall be independently supported; double stacking of pipes from the same support
will not be permitted.
 Adjustable mild steel hangers on steel pipe work systems shall be used with swivel joints at
the pipe rings and spherical washers at the top of the hanger rods. Pipe rings shall be malleable
cast iron or fabricated steel made in halves and secured by bolts or screws. Malleable iron
hinged pipe rings may also be used but calliper hooks shall not be permitted. Pipe work 65
mm diameter and over shall not be supported using malleable iron brackets. All pipe brackets

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over 50 mm diameter shall be submitted to the Engineer and approved by the Engineer prior
to manufacture.
 Where rollers and chairs are required, these shall be performed and where used singularly
they shall have restraining "U" straps or bolts formed over the diameter of the pipe and bolted
to the base support of the chair. The "U" straps or bolts shall be fitted to allow movement of
the pipe without binding. Continuously threaded "U" bolts will not be permitted.
 The spacing of supports shall be determined in accordance with the following table. Where
one support carries more than one pipe of different diameters the spacing shall be determined
by the requirement of the smallest diameter.
8.3.8 PLUMBING FIXTURES
 All plumbing fixtures shall be stored in their original containers in a secure enclosed store.
Vitreous china ware shall be stored out of direct sunlight. Fittings (Taps, Showers etc.) shall
store in boxes or wrappings to prevent the ingress of dust to machined surfaces. All storage
areas shall have adequate artificial lighting to allow for inspection of the equipment by the
HCT engineer.
 All fixings (Screens, Bolts etc.) shall be as supplied and/or recommended by the fitting/fixture
manufacturer. The fixings shall be entirely suitable for the medium they are fixing into and
shall be chosen to prevent any electrolytic action between any of the installation elements.
All fixings exposed to view shall be stainless steel or where only the heads are exposed shall
have caps of the same colors as the item they are fixing.
 All preparation work (provision of holes, pipes etc.) shall be carried out in strict accordance
with the fixture manufacturers requirements and shall be arranged such that pipe fittings,
offsets & connections are kept to a minimum. All plumbing fixtures shall be securely fixed to
the structure or their support system and shall be plumb & level. The fixtures & their plumbing
connections shall be arranged to ensure the connections are not subject to any strain or load
from the fixtures.

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 All fittings shall be installed true & straight or where curved, shall follow the
manufacturer's recommendations to produce a smooth, fair & continuous radius. Any
fittings exhibiting 'tool working' or surface finish damage shall be replaced. When
positioning fixtures & fittings the contractor shall ensure that all items are central, or
where in a range, consistent and symmetrical about architectural finishes as indicated.
8.3.9 DOMESTIC WATER BOOSTER PUMPS
 Examine areas, equipment foundations, and conditions with installer present for
compliance with requirements for installation and other conditions affecting pump
performance. Do not proceed with installation until unsatisfactory conditions have
been corrected.
 Examine the installed plumbing and drainage system; verify actual locations of piping
and connections prior to installation.
 Wherever necessary, install concrete equipment bases of dimensions required for
plumbing pumps, and controllers.
 Comply with pump manufacturers written installation and alignment instructions.
 Install pumps in locations indicated and arrange to provide access for periodic
maintenance, including removal of motors impellers, couplings and accessories.
 Set base‐mounted pumps on concrete equipment bases as indicated on drawings.
Disconnect couplings halves before setting. Do not reconnect couplings until
alignment operations have been completed.
 Support pump base plate on rectangular metal blocks and shims or on metal wedges
having small taper, at points near foundation bolts to provide a gap of 19 to 38 mm
between pump base and foundation for grouting.
 Adjust metal supports or wedges until pump and driver shafts are level. Check
couplings faces and pump suctions and discharge flanges to verify that they are level.
 Install suction and discharge pipe sizes equal to or greater than the diameter of water
pump connections.

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 Install valves of types and at locations indicated that are same size as the piping
connecting water pump, bypasses, test headers and other piping systems.
 Install pressure gages on pump suction and discharge pipe work.
 Support pumps and piping separately so that weight of piping system does not rest on
pumps.
 Install piping accessories, hangers and supports, anchors, valves meters and gages, and
equipment as indicated for complete installation.
 Install electrical devices furnished by equipment manufacturers but not specified as
factory mounted. Furnish copy of manufacturers wiring diagram submittal to the HCT
Engineer.
 Verify that electrical wiring is installed according to manufacturer's recommendations
and installation requirements. Do not proceed with equipment start up until wiring
installation is acceptable.
 Align pump and driver shafts after complete unit has been levelled on foundation and
after grout has set and foundation bolts have been tightened.
 After alignment is correct, tighten foundation bolts evenly but not too firmly. Fill base
plate completely with non‐shrink, non‐metallic grout, with metal blocks and shims or
wedges in place. After grout has hardened, fully tighten foundation blots. Check
alignment and take corrective measures required.
 Connect suction and discharge side of the piping system to the pumps.
 Contractor to ensure services of pump manufacturer representative to supervise field
assembly of components, installation of pump units, including piping and electrical
connections and field acceptance tests. Report test results in writing.
 Check all Connections for Tightness
 Perform field‐acceptance tests for the pump unit (pump, driver and controller) and
system piping when pump unit installation is complete. Where possible, field‐correct
malfunctioning equipment, then retest to demonstrate compliance. Replace

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equipment that cannot be satisfactorily corrected or that does not perform as

specified and as indicated, then retest to demonstrate compliance. Verify that each
pump unit performs as specified and as indicated.
 After installation, all equipment shall be tested for performance and proper
functioning and for demonstrating to the full satisfaction of the HCT Engineer that the
equipment meets the design requirements as shown on the Drawings and as specified.
 Should any equipment prove defective, unsatisfactory or does not comply with the
Drawings or Specification, the Contractor shall correct, repair or replace such
equipment on his own account as directed by the HCT Engineer. After the correction
is made, subsequent tests shall be performed until the equipment is proven to fulfil
the requirements to the entire satisfaction of the HCT Engineer.
 The data to be measured on equipment shall be of such items as given on the Schedule
of equipment.
 All controls and instruments shall be operated simultaneously with the equipment or
system that they control and tested for proper, accurate and dependable functioning
and operation.
 All controls and instruments shall be calibrated and adjusted to the satisfaction of the
HCT Engineer.
 Perform at appropriate times during the currency of site work, all tests required by
Government and Local Authorities who may from time to time have jurisdiction over
the work, and obtain the necessary certificates of approval. Local regulations shall be
strictly followed.
 On completion of the potable cold water supply services system, including any parts
of the existing service they shall be sterilized by the application of chlorine. The
minimum requirements for chlorination shall be to flush the pipe‐work thoroughly to
remove dirt. Chlorine shall then be added to the storage tanks and water drawn from
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to be allowed to stand for a period of 24 hours, after which the outlets are to be tested
for chlorine. If chlorine is not found to be present, all the above shall be‐ repeated until
residual chlorine is detected. After this, the system is to be completely flushed with
clean water and precautions taken to avoid subsequent contamination of the
installation.
8.3.10 GRP WATER TANKS
 All tanks shall be installed strictly in compliance with the manufacturer's instructions.
 All cisterns to be installed on close centre beams conforming to manufacturer's
specification of flatness and deflection.
 Installation shall be carried out by approved installers.
 All tank openings shall be done on site, as per requirements.
 Testing shall be carried out on completion of installation and to be completed within
ten working days of assembly.
8.4 ELECTRICAL WORKS
8.4.1. Sub‐Main Distribution Boards (SMDB)
 Each outgoing of SMDB's shall be properly labelled to the satisfaction of engineer.
 RYB indications shall be provided on the front door of each SMDB. All indication lamps
shall be LED type.
 SMDB distribution boards shall comply with IEC 439‐1 and local regulations.
 SMDB distribution board must be totally enclosed, and shall be from the same
switchgear brand.
 The degree of protection shall be according to IEC 439.
 Each SMDB's shall have ammeter, voltmeter, digital energy meter, humidity sensor
and anti‐ condensation heater, digital energy meter and humidity sensor shall be BMS
compatible (if any) so that the parameters shall be monitored through BMS.
 The distribution boards shall be designed to withstand the specified fault Level and
necessary calculations/test certificates shall be provided for approval.

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 Bus bars shall be of tin‐plated copper and PVC sleeved.

 Adequate space should be available for cable entry, termination and maintenance.
8.4.2 Branch Circuit Panel Boards (Final Distribution Boards)
 Each DB's shall be surface/flush mounted type. The enclosure within electrical rooms
shall be surface mounted type.
 Panel‐boards shall have sheet metal cladding and all items shall be flush mounted in
the panel. Unless otherwise specified all panels shall be so designed and constructed
that all cable installation and Connections, and maintenance including the
replacement of any item, can be carried out from the front, the enclosure shall be
made of sheet steel of minimum 1.5mm thick. All DB's shall be factory assembled; site
assembling shall not be accepted.
 All connections between bus bars and any incoming or outgoing protective devices
shall be made using copper bar or cable. All items comprising the panel shall be so
segregated that maintenance, other than to bus bar connections, can be carried out
on any one item without disrupting the supplies fed by other items. The whole panel
shall be finished stove enamel. The surface mounted DB's shall be fixed on U channel
support and not direct to the wall.
 All internal connection cables shall be fitted with identity sleeves and all terminals
with identifying tabs. The markings for identifying sleeves and tabs shall be shown on
all shop and record drawings.
 A main earth terminal shall be provided on all panels. The metal framework and casing
of any type of panel shall be bonded together and to the main earth terminal of the
panel by means of a copper earth conductor of adequate size.
 All panel‐boards shall incorporate earthing terminal bus bars sized to accommodate
earth continuity conductors for each single pole, or multi pole MCB way, plus a
minimum of five additional terminals for supplementary earth bonding conductors of
minimum 16mm² sizes.

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 Removable gland plates shall be provided at the top and bottom of all panel‐board
enclosures for raceway termination and or cable gland termination. Where cables are
single core, the gland plates shall be of a nonferrous metal.
 Final distribution power boards should be supplied with adequate width. Standard
panels with no sufficient space for wires are not acceptable.
8.4.3 Molded Case Circuit Breaker (MCCB)
 Shall be manually operated (Unless specified otherwise in the drawing), fixed type
with overload & short circuit protection. Releases shall be adjustable with
corresponding settings.
 Ultimate Breaking capacity shall be equal to service breaking capacity
 Operation of MCCBs shall be through neatly mounted front operating handles shall
have padlocking facility.
 Molded Case Circuit Breakers (MCCB) for all outgoing, shall be provided to withstand
a minimum fault level according to single line diagram and load schedules.
 All breakers shall be of the same manufacturer and standard ratings and frame sizes
shall be used where appropriate and possible.
 Molded case circuit breakers shall be air break deign type, quick make and quick
break, having free toggle mechanism ensuring full contact pressure until time of
opening, whether actuated automatically or manually. The mechanism shall be
completely enclosed in a compact molded back‐light case, sealed to prevent
tampering Breakers shall be bolted type.
 Circuit breakers trip curves shall have inverse time tripping characteristics.
 Breaker contacts shall be non‐welding and non‐corrodible silver tungsten
composition. Circuit breaker handle shall have three positions, 'OFF', 'ON' and 'TRIP'
thus indicating clearly abnormal conditions of the circuit. Single pole circuit breakers
with handle tie or bar equivalent construction are not acceptable for a multi‐pole
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connections are not acceptable. Breakers shall have ratings and breaking capacity in
accordance with the Contract Documents.
 Current limiting circuit breakers shall be no fuse type and shall be used on the
distribution system as specified elsewhere, to ensure that fault levels are restricted
to acceptable levels of downstream devices, equipment and branch circuit panel‐
boards. The characteristics of all current limiting breakers shall be submitted to the
Engineer for review.
 MCCBs shall have provision for padlocking in the 'OFF' position and for adding
auxiliary contacts, shunt and under voltage trips at site easily. Provide minimum of
two sets of N/O and N/C auxiliary contacts, all breakers shall have auxiliary contacts
or necessary arrangements for monitoring the ON / OFF / trip status through BMS (if
any).
 Where indicated molded case circuit breakers shall incorporate earth leakage
sensors as detailed to either trip the breaker or provide an alarm. The sensitivity of
the sensors shall be as detailed on the drawings.
 MCCBs should have thermo‐magnetic protection mechanism with adjustable over
load and short circuit sittings.
 MCCBs should have short circuit rating not less than what shown on the design
drawings.
8.4.4 Miniature Circuit Breakers (MCB)
 Miniature circuit breakers shall comply with BS3871. The frame size of all MCBs shall
be the same so that they can be easily interchanged. Screw or bolt‐on type breakers
are unacceptable. Circuit breaker devices shall be of the trip free pattern to prevent
closing the breaker on a fault and shall be engraved to indicate 'ON' and 'OFF'
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 Circuit Breakers (MCB) shall be of type ‐B curve for light and Ohm loads and shall be
type ‐C curve for induction loads and for HID lighting, and type ‐D curve for air‐
conditions, major engines and alike.
 MCBs shall be so arranged in the board that it shall be possible to replace a triple
pole MCB with three adjacent single pole MCBs or vice versa. The boards shall be
surface type unless indicated otherwise on the Contract Documents. Cable glands
shall be provided where required.
 All MCBs shall ensure protection against sub‐circuit overloads by means of ambient
temperature compensated thermal overload trips for ambient temperature 50°C
and against short circuits by instantaneous magnetic overload trips.
 Multi‐phase MCBs shall be so designed that if more than one trip mechanism
operates, all poles shall open simultaneously. Three pole devices shall be installed
for three phase supplies.
 Attention shall be paid to the utilization of MCBs in respect of system
characteristics, such as fault capacity and discrimination protection, and where
appropriate sizes or rating are not specified, it shall be the responsibility of the
Contractor to ensure the correct type of equipment is installed and to submit his
proposals to the Engineer for review before any equipment or materials are placed
on order.
8.4.5 Isolators
Outdoor
 All isolators shall be mounted on concrete pads as approved by the engineer.
 Use Di cast aluminum isolators, rated IP65 minimum.
 No holes above isolator enclosure.
 Proper holes for gland to be done by workshop not at site.
 IP rating shall be minimum 65.

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Indoor
 All isolators shall conform to BS EN 60947.
 To be manufactured from polycarbonate for maximum impact resistance and have IP
54 rating.
 Isolators should be supplied with blanking plugs and neutral terminals.
8.4.6 EARTH LEAKAGE CIRCUIT BREAKER
ELCBs shall comply with IEC 898. They shall be suitable for DIN rail mounting and available
in two & four poles version. Sensitivity of the ELCBs shall be in line with local regulations.
ELCBs can be reverse fed without reduction in performance.
8.4.7 CABLES AND WIRES
a) Multi Core Armoured and Metal Sheathed Cable
 No cable installation work shall be carried out in temperatures at which the cable being
installed is likely to suffer damage.
 Cables shall be installed from terminal point to terminal point and straight through joints shall
not be made unless approved.
 The radius of each bend or change in direction of the route of any cable shall not be less than
that laid down in the relevant table or current issues of the IEE Regulations and the relevant
British Standards Specification and shall not be less than the manufacturer's recommended
minimum.
 The cables may be installed in different ways:
a. Installed in floor trenches with concrete walls and base.
b. Installed to concrete encased duct banks.
c. Installed on racks.
d. Installed on cable tray or ladder systems.
e. Fixed to steelwork.
 The arrangement of cables and all methods of installation shall be reviewed by the Engineer.
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 Where cables are shown as being in ducts on the drawings, the cables shall be drawn into
ducts. The removal of temporary plugs, rodding and cleaning of the ducts should be done
carefully. Seal the ends of these ducts immediately after installation of the cables by firstly
caulking with hemp and spun yarn, then a 150mm fill of plastics compound and a final wood
infill block.
c) Indoor Power and Lighting Cables
 All wiring of multi‐point circuits shall be carried out in a 'looping‐in' system and joints &
connections other than those required for the connection of switches, fuses, socket outlets,
motors, etc., shall not be allowed.
 All bolted connections shall have spring washers.
 All single strand cables shall be doubled back on themselves when terminations are made.
 PVC cables shall not be used for final connections to any appliances containing a heating
element or any appliance emitting heat. Where flexible conduit is used a final connection
wiring medium, heat‐resistant cables shall be used and these shall commence at the solid
conduit end of the flexible conduit provided it is not in a heated area. If this is not possible,
heat‐resistant cables shall be run back to the first switch not in a hot area.
 The internal free area of the trucking shall be such that the quantity of specified cables shall
not occupy more than 45% of the available capacity. A space factor of 25% shall not be
exceeded for the trunking.
 Circuit Grounding conductors shall be used throughout the installation and these cables shall
be the same grade and temperature rating of the live conductors of the circuit. The cross‐
sectional area of protective conductors shall be in strict accordance with the requirements of
the IEE Wiring Regulations.
 Circuit Grounding conductor of each circuit shall be run with the phase cable(s) of that circuit.
Cables of one circuit shall run in the same conduit.
 Cables of a circuit when run in trunking shall be 'grouped' together with approved plastic
binding clips. Tape shall not be used.

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 Clip cables neatly to tray with cable separation & support spacing as recommended by the
manufacturer.
 Install cables in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions and using the manufacturer's
approved terminating devices and considering the manufacturer bending radius.
 All single core cables shall be terminated using non‐ferrous gland plate.
 Where cables pass through a floor or fire barrier provide a cable transit or equivalent fire stop
with openings sized for the cables.
 Run surface cables similar to exposed conduit installations. Run cables concealed above
ceilings in finished areas. Where exposed, run parallel to building lines. Avoid proximity to
water.
 All conductors requiring bolted connections shall be terminated with compression lugs using
an automatic tool which will only release after correct crimp depth is obtained. Soldered
connections or lugs are not permissible.
 In surface installations, the cables shall run in a manner which shall be as inconspicuous as
possible. The runs shall be truly vertical and truly horizontal and parallel with the features of
the building.
 After 'marking off' all cables shall be tested with a 1000V 'Megger' before erection. All cables
shall be tested not less than 24 hours after completion. Nothing less than an infinity reading
will be acceptable between conductors or between any conductor and the cable sheath, and
conductors being disconnected from the apparatus.
 Testing and Commissioning
 All cable type shall have been subjected to Type Tests in accordance with the relevant IEC or
British Standards. Type test certificates shall be furnished.
 All cables shall be subjected to routine tests at the cable manufacturer’s works in accordance
with the relevant IEC or British, tests shall be subject to the Engineer witness if required.

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8.4.8 WIRING DEVICES

 Switch boxes shall be of unit construction and of sizes as required to adequately house the
number of switches required. No sectional type switch boxes shall be permitted.
 Where more than one switch occurs at one point, gang plates shall be used.
 All device plates shall be set true and plumb, and shall fit tightly against the finished wall
surfaces and outlet boxes.
 All devices shall be flush mounted in finished areas, unless otherwise noted.
 In all areas where thermal or acoustic insulation is applied to the ceiling or walls, outlet boxes
shall be set to finish flush with the finished surface of the insulation.
 When indicated height would place any of the equipment at an unsuitable location such as at
a molding or break in wall finish, the Engineer shall determine final location.
8.4.9 LIGHTING & LIGHT FITTINGS
 Provide all lighting fixtures and lamps shown in the drawings, luminaries schedule and as per
approved data sheets.
 Include for assembly, and mounting of all fixtures, complete with all wiring, connections,
fittings, hangers, aligners, box covers and accessories which may be required for any fixture
to provide a complete, safe and fully operational assembly.
 All luminaries shall be suitable for connection to rigid conduit and/or flexible circular sheathed
cable.
 Luminaries shall be recessed; surface mounted or suspended as indicated on the drawings, by
code reference and identified in luminary schedule and data sheets.
 The final connection to all luminaries integrated into suspended ceilings shall be by means of
flexible heat resisting cable terminated ceiling rose mounted in the ceiling void directly
adjacent to the luminary.
 Assist in the aligning and positioning of all adjustable fixtures, and ensure that fixtures with
adjustable lamp holders are properly positioned to correspond with the lamps specified.

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8.4.10 TELEPHONE AND DATA SYSTEM

 Install the main fiber optic cable in 2X50mm dia UPVC pipes from the main telephone cabinet
(12U) to the nearest Etisalat/Du box, as shown in the design drawings.
 Fix any required manholes for the main cable connection as per the design drawings.
 Main telephone / Data Cabinet (12U) is installed in the control room as per the authority
regulations and the design drawings.
 Tel/Data RJ‐45 sockets is installed on walls and floor boxes in both logistics lab and
mechanical workshop as per design drawings.
 Fix UTP CAT6 Data Cables in 25mm Dia PVC conduits for all Tel/Data sockets.
 Make a proper clean grounding system for the communication system.
 The Telephone system shall be interlocked with the existing system of the property.
8.4.11 FIRE ALARM SYSTEM
 The fire alarm system shall be integrated with any mechanical / electrical system as proposed
by the authority.
 Also, the new proposed fire alarm system shall be interlocked with the existing system of the
building.
 The entire fire alarm system shall be installed in accordance with DIN / BS EN54 Standards and
manufacturer’s approved shop drawings, written instructions and recommendations.
 The fire alarm system shall have an interface with the following electrical and mechanical
systems for safety life:
• HVAC System
• Lifts Control
• Staircase pressurization fans
• Extract fans
• Fire pumps
• Fire water tank indicator
• Access control & Video Intercom System

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 Software and hardware interface shall be installed completely to ensure the interconnection
between these systems and the fire alarm system.
 Fire alarm system shall be tested in accordance to Local Civil Defense regulations and put into
operation by the manufacturer or his authorized representative in the presence of engineer.
Fault and alarm conditions shall be simulated and all data and alarm indicators checked with
full events recorded on system printer according to the testing procedure.
8.4.12 EMERGENCY LIGHTING SYSTEM BASED ON CENTRAL MONITORING
 Emergency lighting luminary shall be permanently fixed in place and shall have wiring to each
unit installed. The branch circuit feeding the luminaries shall be the same circuit that serving
the normal lighting in the area and shall be connected ahead of area switches. Emergency
lighting fixtures shall have circuit wiring kept independent of all other wiring and equipment
and shall not enter the same conduit, cable, box, or cabinet with other wiring unless the fixture
is supplied from two sources.
 Mounting heights of emergency lighting luminaries is as indicated in the drawings.
 Emergency lighting system shall be demonstrated to operate satisfactorily in the presence of
the Consultant engineer. System Operational Tests shall be performed in accordance with
referenced standards in this section.
8.4.13 CCTV SYSTEM
 The complete security system shall be installed by the equipment manufacturers approved
licensed supplier.
 All cabling shall be as recommended by the manufacturer. Cables shall be enclosed in proper
conduit size.
 Provide all necessary power to control desk to feed all equipment. All power supplies to be
from essential distribution boards.

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9. HEALTH & SAFETY

All necessary precautions will be taken to ensure the safety of personnel and property. Work
practices shall comply with applicable national or local codes. Site safety policy for general safety
controls will be strictly followed. One of the main aspects of this procedure is Safety and Health
Control. This is to control occurrence of injuries as well as damage to equipment and properties
during the entire construction period. Tool Box meetings shall be conducted on every day before
the start of the work. Experienced workmen only shall be deployed for the work. All personnel
shall be cautioned while working near the pipes/ cables. Hazard identification shall be done
during toolbox meetings especially for heat in order to ensure a safe working environment
during the entire construction period; the following safety measures will be implemented.
10. PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT:
PPE shall be issued to all workers such as safety shoes, hard hat, working gloves, ear plugs, safety
goggles and safety belt and or safety harness for workers who will be assigned in elevated places.
Wearing of the basic PPE shall be enforced fully.

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