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Method Statement Submittal Form

Project name Sindalah Island Cluster 1 & 2 Method Statement

Submittal no.
Contract no. 4800000206/000

Contract description Sindalah Framework Infra and Marine Works

Contractor

Contractor NESMA & PARTNERS CO. LTD.

Subject 4800000206/000 -Stage 4B – Method of Statement of HVAC Duct Installation

Drawing
Specification no. N/A N/A Date 13-July-2024
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Exception as noted revise

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METHOD STATEMENT
Document history
4800000206/000 - Stage 4B - Method Statement for HVAC Duct Installation
Revision code Description of changes Purpose of issue Date

01 First Issue For Approval 10-Jul-2024

13-216100-4800000206-NAP-MEC-MST-000001REV01, Jul-2024
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Document approval

Prepared by Reviewed by Approved by

Name Mohammad Bakeer Tarek Daher

Job Title QA/QC Manager Project Director

Contents
1. Method Statement................................……………………………………...06
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METHOD
STATEMENT FOR
HVAC DUCT
INSTALLATION

CONTRACT No.
4800000206/046

SINDALAH VILLAGE CLUSTER-01

NEOM

Comment Issued
Revision Date By
to Consultant

01 19-06-2024 For Approval

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DOCUMENT APPROVAL
SHEET

PROJECT: SINDALAH VILLAGE CLUSTER-01 NEOM

Number: 13-211002-4800000206-NAP-MEC-MST-000017

DOCUMENT Revision: 03 CLIENT: NEOM CONSULTANT: AECOM

DOCUMENT TYPE: METHOD STATEMENT FOR HVAC DUCT INSTALLATION

S/N DESCRIPTION NAME DESIGNATION SIGN & DATE

Project Commissioning
1 M/S PREPARED BY Yazan AL-Asakryeh
Engineer

Commissioning
2 M/S REVIEWED BY Tarek Alissa
Manager

3 M/S CHECKED BY Mohammad Bakeer QA/QC Manager

4 APPROVED BY Koussay Obeid Project Manager

5 RISK ASSESSMENT BY Syed Abrar Safety Manager

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CONTACT DETAILS

Name Designation Mobile E-mail

Ali Harb Project Manager 0555684685 ali.harb@nesmapartners.com

Syed Abrar Safety Manager 0541398345 syed.haider@nesmapartners.com

Mohammad Bakeer QA/QC Manager 0506837479 mohammad.bakeer@nesmapartners.

com
Project 0535935182 yazan.alaskryeh@nesmapartners.co
Yazan AL-Asakryeh Commissioning m
Engineer
Tarek Alissa Commissioning 0546494764 tarek.alissa@nesmapartners.com
Manager

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INDEX

1. GENERAL

2. SCOPE/OBJECTIVE/PURPOSE

3. REFERENCE DOCUMENTS/DESIGN

4. DEFINITIONS AND INTERPRETATION

5. RESPONSIBILITIES

6. EQUIPMENT/TOOLS/MATERIALS

7. SEQUENCE AND METHODS

8. DUCT PRE-INSTALLING PRICEDURE

9. DUCT INSTALLATION PROCEDURE

10. SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

11. ATTACHMENTS

1. GENERAL

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The method statement for HVAC Duct Installation Procedure in SINDALAH VILLAGE
CLUSTER-01 NEOM is controlled and implemented by NESMA, according to the
specifications as well as consultant’s/client instructions.

2. SCOPE/OBJECTIVE/PURPOSE

This method statement provides the guidance to be followed to be for all hand. The
Installation of HVAC Duct Work, ensuring full compliance to all relevant project standards,
technical specification, approved shop drawings and relevant international code & to
Establishes minimum guidelines and responsibilities for the Issuing/receiving of work
permits, and for certifying those responsible for implementing the System.
This method statement gives guidelines contained herein to ensure that the job execution
complies with the requirement of the Specifications and the authorities concerned and
serves the intended purpose to satisfactory level. And to ensure the installation and testing
are in compliance with the specifications, standards, and project-specific requirements.
This procedure is applicable to all HVAC ductwork installation activities, including
components such as AHU and FCU connections, flexible ducts, sleeves, identification,
supports, etc.
This method statement applies to the installation of HVAC Supply, Return, Fresh Air, and
Extract ducts, including dampers, fire dampers, motorized dampers, access doors, and all
duct accessories.

3. REFERENCE DOCUMENTS/DESIGN
3.1 Approved Shop Drawings.
3.1.1 13-211002-4800000206-NAP-MEC-DRG-196403-01
3.1.2 13-211002-4800000206-NAP-MEC-DRG-196404-01
3.1.3 13-211002-4800000206-NAP-MEC-DRG-196400-01
3.1.4 13-211002-4800000206-NAP-MEC-DRG-196401-01
3.1.5 13-211002-4800000206-NAP-MEC-DRG-196406-01
3.1.6 13-211002-4800000206-NAP-MEC-DRG-196407-01
3.1.7 13-211002-4800000206-NAP-MEC-DRG-196409-01
3.1.8 13-211002-4800000206-NAP-MEC-DRG-196410-01
3.2 NEOM Project Specification 13-211002-4200000002-RAM-MECSPC-000002 / Div. 23
3.2.1 23 3100 Duct Work
3.2.2 23 0500 General Provisions for HVAC Works
3.2.3 23 3300 Air Duct Accessories
3.2.4 23 0548 Vibration & Seismic Controls for HVAC Piping & Equipment

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3.2.5 23 3600 Air Terminal Units

3.2.6 23 3713 Diffusers, Registers and Grilles
3.2.7 23 0553 Mechanical Identification
3.2.8 23 0529 Hangers & Supports for HVAC Piping & Equipment.
3.2.9 23 0548 Vibration & Seismic Controls for HVAC Piping & Equipment
3.3 Any specific recommendations from the manufacturer's literature and other
requirements/specifications mentioned shall be complied.
3.4 NEOM-NPR-STD-001_01.00 Projects Health and Safety Assurance Standard

4. DEFINITIONS AND INTERPRETATION

In this Method Statement (as hereinafter defined) the following words and expressions shall
have the meanings hereby assigned to them.
- The Client means NEOM and its legal successors.
- The Project Management Consultancy means the firm or company named by the Client to
manage and follow up all stages of executions, design and operations in project, including
the coordination between client, consultant and contractor.
- The Consultant or the Engineer means the firm or company named by the Client to act as
‘Consultant’ for the design and supervision of construction, who is NEOM, including its
representatives, successors and permitted assigns.
- The Contractor’ means NESMA has been nominated by the Client and the legal
successors to execute the work.
- The Subcontractor’ means any company who will execute a particular part of the work
under control and supervision of the Main Contractors.
- Testing & Commissioning means the advancement of an installation from the state of static
completion to full working order meeting the specified requirements. It includes the setting
to-work of installation, the regulation of the system and the fine-tuning of the system. Last
step in determining how successful a building project is. Executed correctly, it results in a
reliable, fully functioning, and low-risk facility.

5. RESPONSIBILITIES
5.1 Project Manager:
NESMA Project Manager has the responsibility for ensuring that the works are performed
and shall report directly to the Contracts Manager. He will attend all weekly site meetings.

5.2 Construction Manager/Commissioning Manager:

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NESMA Construction Manager has the overall responsibility for ensuring that NESMA
complies with all the requirements of this Method Statement / Quality Control Procedure.
Construction Manager will nominate a Senior Site Engineer to supervise and coordinate all
the activities of NESMA on site.

5.3 Project/Site Commissioning Engineers:

NESMA Site Engineers nominated by NESMA’s Construction Manager has the responsibility
to supervise and coordinate all the site activities of NESMA.
NESMA Site Engineers have the responsibility to ensure that the work is fully coordinated
with other on a day to day basis. NESMA Site Engineer have the responsibilities for
organizing and supervising the transportation of the materials to in co-ordination with the
other departments to ensure that the hoists, cranes and the platforms are efficiently
allocated and utilized. NESMA Site Engineers will also ensure that approved and agreed
safety practices and procedures are fully implemented.

5.4 QA / QC Manager:
NESMA QA/QC Manager will check/Involve a strict internal quality control and inspection to
ensure that the work is executed fully in accordance with the requirements of the contract
specifications and drawings.

5.5 QC Mechanical Site Engineer / Inspector (MSE):

NESMA Mechanical Site QC Engineer (ESE)/Inspector shall be fully responsible for above
mentioned works, which shall include, but not limited to the following:
5.5.1 To ensure Installation IR approved before start the T&C work.
5.5.2 To ensure all the requirements for Chiller testing & commissioning.
5.5.3 To ensure all the testing equipment are valid & calibrated.
5.5.4 To ensure all the testing equipment & personnel are updated as per approval &
certification before conducting all shifting & testing works.
5.5.5 To ensure proper coordination with other trades.
And will be responsible for all the quality control procedures, he is responsible for quality
control activities during the testing of Mechanical activities and complete the relevant quality
control forms and signed-off as and when the work progresses. QC Engineer has
responsibility for ensuring full compliance with the prescribed QC requirements including the
submission of inspection requests. NESMA QC Inspectors will operate inspection regime to
ensure that the work is executed fully in accordance with the requirements of the contract
specifications and drawings prior to inspection requests being submitted to the Consultant to

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minimize the need for re-inspections.

5.6 Project HSE Manager:

NESMA HSE Manager has the responsibility for ensuring that NESMA staff are complying
with the requirements of the approved HSE plan and procedures, including carrying out
routine safety audits and toolbox meetings, submitting of the necessary equipment test
certificates, routine checks of the equipment’s and getting the approval before the
commencement for using and participating to the regular safety meetings.

5.7 Surveyor:
NESMA Surveyor under the direction of the nominated Site Engineer has the responsibility
to establish the main reference and levels to check the same at regular intervals.

5.8 Supervisors / Foreman:

NESMA Supervisors have the direct overall responsibility for the supervision of their
allocated area including the direct supervision of the fixers and labors involved and the strict
implementation of safety rules and procedures.

5.9 Store Controller:

5.9.1 Review the documents with approved Material Approval Request (MAR) and verify the
items with the packing list for any shortage or description from approved.

6. EQUIPMENT/TOOLS/ MATERIALS;
- Screwdrivers, wrenches, pliers, hammers
- Drill, reciprocating saw, impact driver
- Tape measure, spirit level, chalk line, laser level
- Tin snips, duct knife, hole cutter
- Rivet gun, screws, stapler
- Soldering iron, heat gun, crimping tools
- Safety goggles, gloves, dust mask, ear protection
- Ladder, scaffolding, hand truck
- Duct tape, mastic sealant, caulking gun

7. SEQUENCE AND METHODS/ PROCEDURE

7.1 SEQUENCE AND METHODOLOGY

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7.1.1 Ensure that approved installation Chiller.

7.1.2 Prior to commencement of work, areas and access will be inspected to confirm that
site is ready for the work to commence.
7.1.3 All the relevant documentation (e.g. shop drawings, method statement, inspection
check lists & ITP) and material applicable to a particular section of works will be checked
before commencement of work.
7.1.4 Site Engineer / Supervisor will give necessary instructions to tradesmen and provide
necessary approved shop drawings and coordinated layouts.
7.1.5 Site Engineer / Supervisor also ensures that all tools and equipment’s are available are
in good and safe working condition.
7.1.6 NESMA QA/QC Engineer/inspector shall check all the installation activity as per the
Inspection Check list.
7.1.7 Inspection Request shall be prepared by NESMA Engineer and will be submitted to the
consultant for inspection and approval.
7.1.8 Contractor is responsible for all installation activities and for getting the work
inspected /approved by AECOM / NEOM Representative.
7.1.9 Required power supply, Cable connection and disconnection, Equipment shift
arranged by Nesma.
7.1.10 Ductwork shall be constructed of Galvanized Iron (GI) sheet, except where
specifically stated otherwise or as indicated on the approved shop drawings.
7.1.11 All ductwork shall be coordinated with other services to ensure access to execute the
works.
7.1.12 Consideration to the sequence in which the work shall proceed is necessary.

8. DUCT PRE-INSTALLING PROCEDURE;

8.1 Storage
8.1.1 When off-loading, the ducts shall be carefully lowered to ensure no damage to edges
or duct surfaces.
8.1.2 All ducts shall be stored properly to safeguard them from any abrasions and damages.
8.1.3 All delivered ducts will be stacked and covered to protect from dust etc.
8.1.4 VCD, motorized dampers, etc., shall be stored in enclosed areas as per manufacturer’s
recommendations.

8.2 Pre-Works

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8.2.1 Ductwork shall be pre-fabricated in an off-site facility by a prequalified and approved

sheet metal fabricator.
8.2.2 The fabrication shall be carried out in a neat and workmanlike manner, with all internal
and external surfaces free from projections and sharp edges.
8.2.3 The ductwork fabricator shall prepare duct manufacturing drawings from the approved
shop drawings, showing detailed dimensions for the different composite parts, such as
elbows, branches, offsets, straight runs, etc.
8.2.4 Where flanges are utilized, they shall be of approved manufacture and fitted in
accordance with SMACNA.
8.2.5 Duct reinforcement shall be in compliance with SMACNA standards. Where sealing is
applied at the fabrication stage or the installation stage, it shall be as per the approved duct
sealant.
8.2.6 Ductwork sections shall be fabricated from approved materials and in compliance with
the project specifications and SMACNA. Duct sections shall be fabricated with approved
joints and seams. Ducts shall be adequately braced to prevent vibration.
8.2.7 Duct sections shall be fabricated in manageable lengths. The site supervisor and the
fabrication supervisor shall review all duct runs to establish the fabrication sequence best
suited for ease of installation.
8.2.8 Acoustically lined ductwork shall be fabricated in accordance with the SMACNA
standard and located as shown on the IFC drawings. Dimensions for acoustically lined ducts
are clear inside dimensions.
8.2.9 Fabricated sections shall be labeled, giving the following information:
- Gauge Number
- Dimensions
- Line Number
- Location
- Type of duct (supply/return/extract/fresh air)
8.2.10 Fabricated sections shall, on arrival to the site, be monitored by the QA/QC
department to ensure compliance with the specifications.
8.2.11 All ductwork shall be checked when delivered to the site for correct dimensional
accuracy based on the factory fabrication shop drawing and the label affixed to it.
8.2.12 On delivery to the site, duct sections shall be inspected to ensure that they are not
damaged. Sections will be stored in a suitable environment before insulations and anti-
microbial coating are applied. Ductwork shall be stored to avoid contact with abrasive
surfaces. Delivery shall be coordinated to ensure ductwork is delivered to coincide with the
installation schedule, thus limiting the storage requirements on-site.

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8.3 Preparation of Galvanized Iron (GI) Ducts

8.3.1 Ducts are prefabricated and longitudinally pre-assembled at the workshop as per the
construction schedule enclosed. Preparation/formation of flanges for transverse joints, if
existing, are made at the workshop.
8.3.2 Ducts received on-site as above shall be joined together on the floor to form
manageable lengths.
8.3.3 Wherever branch take-off collars are to be fixed, suitable cut-outs shall be made in the
ducts. The size of the cut-out shall be equal to the duct cross-sectional area.
8.3.4 Wherever flexible ducts are to be fixed, a suitable diameter prefabricated collar shall be
fixed to the main duct using a dovetail joining system.

9. DUCT INSTALLING PROCEDURE;

9.1 The layout of duct to be installed shall be as per approved drawings.
9.2 The position of duct supports shall be marked on the underside of the slab/structural
member/vertical walls as the case may be, and mechanical anchor fasteners shall be
installed in the slab or suitable clamps shall be installed if support is to be taken from a
structural member to facilitate the suspension of threaded rods for duct trapeze support. The
support details and spacing shall be as per the DW 144/approved drawings for Galvanized
Iron (GI) ducts.
9.3 Threaded rods of suitable size as per DW144 shall be fixed to the mechanical anchor
fastener/clamps using proper lock nuts.
9.4 G.I. angles shall be cut to suit the width of the duct. These G.I. angles shall be fixed to
the threaded rod suspension at appropriate spacing by lock nuts and washers.
9.5 The assembled ducts shall be lifted and installed on the trapeze. Suitable scaffolding
shall be erected to facilitate lifting and erection.
9.6 Successive lengths of duct shall be erected and joined as per construction schedules.
9.7 The ducts shall be aligned and leveled to maintain the B.O.D. and distances from
structural members as shown in the approved drawing.
9.8 Riser/shaft ducts shall be installed using scaffolding and supported as per approved
drawings. Ensure to close the duct ends to avoid dirt entry during storage and erection.
9.9 Flexible ducts shall be supported by 25mm G.I. strip if their length exceeds 1.5 meters.
9.10 Plenum boxes shall be connected to the main duct through flexible ducts.
9.11 Manual and motorized volume control dampers shall be fixed as per approved
drawings.
9.12 Fire dampers shall be installed as per approved drawing and manufacturer’s
recommendations.

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9.13 Where applicable, access doors shall be provided to fire dampers.

9.14 All ducts shall be identified with approved labels. Directional arrows shall be used to
indicate airflow direction.

9.15 Inspection
9.15.1 The QA/QC department shall inspect the completed installations and offer the same
for consultant’s inspection.
9.15.2 Upon completion of the works and final fix items are installed, the consultant’s
engineer shall be invited for final inspection and certification.

10. SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

10.1 Ensure that affected workers fully understand the process, the potential hazards and
the protective measures.
10.2 Ensure the affected workers have the proper equipment, materials and personal
protective equipment they need to safely perform the hydrostatic test.
10.3 Nesma follow approval Installation Plan for Sindalah Village Cluster-01.
10.4 Nesma follow LOTO Procedures as per NEOM SOP-24 and Section 26.10 of the
NEOM Health & Safety Assurance Standards (NEOM-NPR-STD-001 REV 01)
10.5 Nesma will submit emergency plan and shutdown procedure with work permit
separately by coordination with safety department.
10.6 Nesma add Safety Clearance Certificate for commissioning of all machinery and
equipment, together with a Permit in commissioning time.

11. ATTACHEMENTS
11.1 Duct Pre-Installing Checklist
11.2 Duct Installing Checklist
11.3 Risk Assessment

CHECK LIST FOR HVAC DUCT PRE-INSTALLATION

Form No:………………………………………..
Rev. No.:……………………………
SUBCONTRACTOR CONTRACTOR √ Page : 1 of 1

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SECTION OF WORK: HVAC LOCATION:…………

LEVEL: ………… RFI No.:………….......

STAGE ITEM Checked by Checked by Date

S/C CONT CLIENT/CONSULTANT

1 Check the GI Duct used have approved submittals.

Check the Duct Accessories used have approved submittals.

2

3 Ensure drawings used for installation are current and approved.

4 Inspect all the GI Duct sizes as per approved shop drawing.

5 Insure the Relevant permits obtained

6 Ducts carefully off-loaded without damage

7 Insure Flanges and reinforcement as per the standards

6 Workers briefed on process and hazards

7 Proper PPE and safety equipment provided

8 Insure the QA/QC inspected the prefabricated and delivered ducts

For S/C QA/QC: FOR CONTRACTOR QA / QC For CLIENT/CONSULTANT:

Date: Date: Date:

Name: Name: Name:

Sign.: Sign.: Sign.:

11.1 Duct Pre-Installing Checklist

CHECK LIST FOR HVAC DUCT INSTALLATION

Form No:………………………………………..
Rev. No.:……………………………
SUBCONTRACTOR CONTRACTOR √ Page : 1 of 1

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SECTION OF WORK: HVAC LOCATION:…………

LEVEL: ………… RFI No.:………….......

STAGE ITEM Checked by Checked by Date

S/C CONT CLIENT/CONSULTANT

1 Installation aligned with approved shop drawings

Ducts securely supported and anchored

2

3 Duct sections joined and sealed correctly

4 Flanges, joints, and seams installed per SMACNA standards

5 Insure the Relevant permits obtained

6 Branch take-offs and flexible ducts correctly attached

7 Riser/shaft ducts supported properly

6 Dampers and duct accessories installed per drawings

7 Dampers and access doors function tested

8 All ducts labelled with approved labels

9 Ducts free from dust and debris

For S/C QA/QC: FOR CONTRACTOR QA / QC For CLIENT/CONSULTANT:

Date: Date: Date:

Name: Name: Name:

Sign.: Sign.: Sign.:

11.2 Duct Installing Checklist

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