Fire Protection System Method Statement
Fire Protection System Method Statement
FOR INSTALLATION OF
FIRE PROTECTION
SYSTEM
Table Contents
1.0 Introduction 3
1.1 Scope and purpose 3
1.2 Code of practice 3
1.3 Definition & Abbreviations 6
1.4 Manpower at site 4
1.5 Responsibilities 4
2 Method Description 5
2.1 General Requirements 5
2.2 Water Mist system 5
2.2.1 Pipe installation 5
2.2.2 Testing 7
2.2.3 Pre-Functional Test Measures 8
2.3 Gas Suppression Systems 9
2.3.1 cylinder Installation 9
2.3.2 cylinder Support Installation 9
2.3.3 Cylinder to Bracket Installation 9
2.3.4 Pipe installation 9
2.3.5 Nozzle Installation 11
2.3.6 Installation of Fire Suppression System Device 12
2.3.7 Testing and Commissioning 13
3 Plant & Equipment 13
4 Safety, Security and Environment 14
5 List of Attachments 14
5.3 List of Appendices 17
1.0 INTRODUCTION
1.1 Scope and Purpose
Our scope of work SOW in this project is to detect and protect control rooms, switchgear rooms,
transformers, generator, cellars and electrical room with gas suppression systems, also, to supply engineering
documents, shop drawing, as built, erect, test and commission of gas suppression systems as follows: -
• Water mist system in cellar rooms and Transformers.
• Carbon dioxide extinguishing systems (CO2) in transformers, generator rooms and cellar rooms.
• Clean agent extinguishing (NOVEC1230) in control rooms and switchgear rooms.
Also, our scope is to Supply, Install and commission of all firefighting systems as per drawings, schedule of
equipment, general notes, specs, contract documents, BOQ, site visit and method of measurements.
The work includes the supply of all material, equipment, tools and all incidents for the completion of work to
the owner's satisfaction in accordance with the firefighting system specified in the tender documents, bill of
quantities & drawings.
1.5 RESPONSIBILITIES
QA/QC personnel main task is to ensure the quality of work and Materials
delivered to site as per specifications, drawings, manufacturers'
QAIQC Engineer
Recommendations, site instructions and latest applicable local and
international Standards.
Site engineer is responsible for daily site work coordination and briefs
Site Engineer
supervisors and sub-contractor’s daily tasks to be undertaken.
Use a pipe bending device. The pipe bending device is typically a hand-held device for
smallest sizes, electrically or hydraulically operated for larger sizes and it may or may
not have an internal spool to support the pipe walls in bending process.
In any bending operation, the tools must be designed and designated for work with
stainless steel; for example, corrosive iron tools may not be used. Only tools and guides
that are stainless steel or hard coated (for example hard chromated) tools and guides
can be used in direct contact with the pipe material.
All connections must be pre-assembled using a pre-assembly machine or pre-assembly tools. This ensures
that the cutting ring has the necessary bite into the pipe.
Correct pre-fitting is important because the pipe / cutting ring is of stainless-steel material as is the body of
the sprinkler. Fitting oil must be used. Normally the nuts are of zinc coated steel. If AISI-nut / AISI-
connection housing is used, use couplings grease Suitable for this purpose to prevent seizing.
Clamp spacing
The basis for the FOGTEC recommended clamp spacing are the NFPA 750 requirements.
Deviations from the recommendations must be approved by FOGTEC project manager
2.2.2 Testing
All the tests for the pump units and other equipment in the pump room are allowed only
for Deutschland Technology Co. personnel. Method for testing & commissioning shall be
issued.
Flushing
-Flushing is done to clean and de-air the piping network.
-Flushing shall be done by the flush valves as located in the drawings; drain must exist in these locations.
-Flushing for the main pipe and each section must be carried out and reported. In flushing the water must
be clean fresh water. Flushing &me is 15 minutes with 5 bars.
Pressure Testing
-Pressure testing is made to insure there is no leakage in the pipe network.
-Pressure tests for the main pipe and each section must be carried out and reported.
-Pressure test is done with clean fresh water for 30 minutes with 1.5 the working pressure (210 bars). All
the air must be bled out before starting the test.
Pressure testing instructions
Step 1. Visually check the complete piping network.
Step 2. Check that each connec&on has been made and &ghtened.
Step 3. Check that each valve is in the correct position.
Step 4. Fill the piping with water.
Step 5. De-air the piping by flushing the piping network via the flushing valves.
Step 6. Connect the network to the test pump unit.
Step 7. Test the piping with pressure which is 1.5 &mes the maximum working pressure (210 bar) for
dura&on 30 minutes.
Step 8. If no leaks are perceived, release the pressure then disconnect the test pump and record the tested
zone in accordance with pressure test form.
Step 9. If a leak is perceived (pressure drops more than 5 bar), release the pressure of the piping network
completely before tightening or remaking the connection and repeat the above steps after adopting the
leakage point.
2.2.3 Pre-Functional Test Measures
In order that the FOGTEC system can be commissioned and tested, the following tasks/equipment should
be completed and supplied by the customer/installer. (Where Applicable):
All distribution pipework should be completed and pressure tested in accordance with the pressure
test requirements. All pressure tests should be documented any such documents should be
available for inspection by the commissioning supervisor, prior to commissioning.
All sprinklers and spray heads should be in place or alternatively be plugged with the correct
blanking plugs supplied.
If applicable, all feed water supply pump(s) should be in place and fully piped in accordance with
the relevant installation requirements.
A source of clean feed water shall be available, and in sufficient quantity so as to allow full system
testing.
All high-pressure pump units should be in place and adequately secured.
All interconnection pipework between the pump unit and distribution pipework should be
completed and pressure tested.
All drain pipe work should be completed.
Power supply to be made available (isolated) for immediate use.
All low power alarm and signaling cabling to be completed and tested. (Point to point) All cabling to
be suitably marked and identified.
All equipment to be properly earthed in compliance with the latest edition of the local electrical
regulations.
All section valves to be securely mounted and clearly identified.
2.3 Gas Suppression Systems
One cylinder bracket is required for the 20 lb, 35 lb, 70 lb, 100 lb, 150 lb, and 250 lb cylinders. For the 375
lb, 560 lb, 800 lb, 1000 lb and 1200 lb cylinders
5. Cables to all devices shall be terminated in accordance to the product installation guide manual.
The following are the procedure on how to install the fire suppression system panels:
1. Loca&on of the panels shall be marked in accordance to the approved engineering drawings.
6. Holes are to be drilled on the panels, where necessary, thereaLer, adapters shall be installed.
9. Use tags to iden&fy the cables. At the end of each cable, ferrules shall be installed.
10. Fire Alarm Circuit Board shall be the termina&on point for the cables in accordance to the approved
shop drawing and product catalogue.
Fire Suppression System electrical cabling can be installed either after marking the cable route in accordance to
approved shop drawing or installing the cables using the cable clips using screw.
2.3.7 Testing and Commissioning
Pressure testing for the system should be done before installation of the nozzles.
Air is used as the medium of pressure testing for Clean Agent System.
Ensure that testing equipment’s /tools are ready.
Ensure that system should be measured with calibrated pressure gauge installed at the lowest point.
Ensure the pressure gauges are calibrated and valid calibration certificates available, issue calibration
certificates to the consultants.
Pressure shall be applied to the system by means of air compressor. The compressor discharge shall be
connected to the system through a glove valve and recently calibrated pressure gauge of suitable
range.
After the test pressure is reached, the compressor shall be block off by closing the glove valve and the
variations of pressure in the system monitored on the pressure gauge.
Check the pipes, pipe joints and accessories for the leakage of air while pressuring and if any, attend
the fault and rectify.
Ensure all the leakages are arrested after the correction is made, the pressure test shall be repeated
until a completely tight system is ensured and the testing procedure shall follow as:
Pressure line at 40 psi for 10 minutes and at the end of 10 minutes, the pressure drop should not
exceed 20 percent of the test pressure as per NPFA. Pressure tes&ng documenta&on shall be
submitted along with inspection request for consultant /client approval.
We Hereby notify you that the following Materials are received and stored in our stores at site and ready
for your inspection:
DESCRIPTION
Pumps Valves Pipes Fittings
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Some works have been executed as per submitted and approved materials and approved shop DWG. These
works are coordinated with other disciplines and trades. Site conditions are considered while excution,
consultant final approval is required to proceed on.
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6.0 LIST OF APPENDICES
RISK Assessment - FOR
FOGTEC Water Mist Fire Protection System
Responsible Monitoring
Hazards Identified Hazard Effects Persons in Danger Probability Control Measures
Person Party
Workers undertaking the task and Pipes flushing must done according to
Pipes Flushing Injury, damage to equipment anyone in the 1 manufacturer recommendations and to be Foreman Engineer
vicinity of work witnessed by approved engineer
Workers undertaking the task and Keep area clean at all times, remove
Poor Housekeeping Injury / slipping / tripping anyone in the 1 rubbish and waste materials. Store Foreman Engineer
vicinity of work materials properly in appropriate store area.
PROBABILTY
very high 4 High for example : x times per day
High 3 Occasional for example : x times per week
Low 2 Rare for example : x times per month
Very low 1 Unlikely for example : x times per day