Method of Statement for Fire Fighting Works 

(Part-1)

Purpose:
This method describes the detailed procedure for installation and Testing of Wet Raiser Fire Protection System,
Pipes, Sprinkler, Fire Pumps, Valves and Fire Fighting Accessories as per the standard Practice and Codes.

General Equipment & Tools:

The equipment that will be engaged for Installation of Fire Fighting works will be
 Tool Box
 Welding Machine
 Drilling Machine with various Bits
 Grinding Machine
 Cutting Machine
 Threading Machine
 Chain Block
 Pipe Wrench
 Hand Tools-gloves.
 Hammer
 Portable Lights
 Manual Excavation Tools
 Removable Barricades
 Scaffolding / Mobile scaffold
 Ladder
 Spirit Level
 Screwdriver, Pliers, Spanner.
 Marker
 Pressure gauge
 Level gauge / Spirit level.
 Measuring tape
 Pressure test pump.

Storage & Material Handling:

 The storage area must be free from dust and the materials should be stacked in proper manner to avoid
any damages.
 The Material shall be stored in designated area of the Store to protect the M.S Pipe and Other Fire
Fighting Accessories against effects of weather and environment.
 The material shall be transported in their original packing to Site location.
 The pipes will be stacked in the site store on a proper stand on wooden loft on a flat surface at a height
not exceeding 1.7m. From the bottom layer.
 All open ends of pipes will be covered to protect from foreign matter, dirt/debris
 Fittings will be separately packed and stored as per the sizes required for the project.
 Chemicals must be stored in well ventilated location and away from direct sunlight.

Inspection of Materials: 
 Inspection of Pipe / Valve / Flanges:
 Check Type of Material, Size of Material , Make of Material.
 Chemicals such as paints, primer and thinner, check their expiration date before receiving.
 Physical Damages Inspection:
  In case of any damages observed during inspection, the concern report will be issued and Material shall
be returned to the supplier for replacement.

Installation Procedure:
(1) Pipe Hanger / Support Installations

 Piping Route will be the as per most advantageous manner possible with respect to headroom, valve
access, opening and equipment clearance, and clearance for other work.
 The Line layout should be verified from Site in charge.
 After marking the pipe routes, the anchoring points will be drilled according to the required support
spacing as shown on the approved shop drawings.

Pipe Diameter (mm) Maximum Hanger Spacing (mm) Rod Size (mm)
25 2000 8
32 2500 8
40 2500 8
50 2500 8
65 2500 10
80 2500 10
100 * 2500 * 12 *
150 * 3000 * 16 *
200 * 3000 * 16 *
 * As per Site Requirement Fabrication Support may be used.

 Mark out the location of hanger thread rods for pipe installation as per the approved construction
drawing.
 Fasteners and fully threaded rods shall be used for installing the pipe supports. The sizes of pipe
supports and installation shall be in accordance with manufacturer’s recommendations.
 For Single pipes of size 100 mm and above, with the prior approval 50xx50xx6 mm MS Angle iron and
for Double Pipe 75x75x6mm with U Clamp with Fastener may be used for Supporting horizontal Pipe
from ceiling.
 Drill the marked position for hangers and supports by using the drill bit of appropriate size.
 Fix the unfix anchor at drilled position by gentle and uniformly hammering.
 Fix the threaded rod of appropriate diameter and size & length in the anchor by twisting by turning.
 After fixing the threaded rod, insert a washer of appropriate size in to the rod.
 Finally fix the washer near to the slab by tightening a nut over it, this will improve the strength and load
bearing capacity of threaded rod.
 For installing pipes vertically or horizontally inside the building standard pipe supports of reputed make
shall be used. Following supports shall be used.
 Clevis Hangers or MS Chanel for horizontal supports to adjust varying heights.
 The Pipe route should be min 500mm away from wall.
 Supports will be arranged as near as possible to pipe joints and any change in direction.
 Vertical Riser Support:
 Risers shall be supported by pipe clamps or by hangers located on the horizontal connections within 24
inches (0.6 Meter) of the centerline of the riser.

(2) Pipe Welding / Fabrication:

  Welding Machine:
 Welding machines shall be in good working condition and shall have proper control for regulating
current.
 Location of welding machines and the distribution boards to be connected with them shall be verified by
site electrical Team to avoid overloading of the distribution boards, cables and electrical power sources.
 All welding Machine ,other Electrical Tools, the electric cables, distribution boards and connections for
machines shall be carefully checked once a Month to maintained it in a good working condition.
 Welding cables used shall have proper insulation throughout the length. The cables shall be carefully
examined and repaired as necessary every day.

Welding Electrodes:
 Electrodes used for welding should comply with IS:814, 1991.
 Generally all welding shall be performed using Shielded metal arc welding (SMAW) process using
cellulosed-coated electrode (E6013 type) for root run and subsequent passes
 Storing of Welding Electrodes:
 Welding electrodes shall be stored in indoors free from moisture.
 Qualified and certified welders only shall do welding.
 No welding shall be done if there is impingement of any rain, or high winds
 Fabrication of Pipe (But Welding):
 The welding of pipes in the field should comply with IS:816, 1969.
 All pipes and fittings shall be cleaned of Dust, Mud from inside and outside before Welding.
 All pipe, fittings shall be smooth, clean and free from blisters, loose mill scale, sand and dirt prior to the
installation.

1. Edge Preparation: Before welding, the ends shall be cleaned by wire brush, filing or grinding and
making “V” on edge of both pipe.
2. Welding of Root Run: Primary Welding shall be done by E6013, 2.5mm Welding Rod (90 to 90A, 18
to 25V) of approved make.
3. Chipping and Cleaning of Root Run: Each weld- Root run shall be thoroughly cleaned to remove the
slag, irregularities and any defects, before the next run is deposited.
4. Final Welding Run: Final Welding shall be done by E6013, 3.5mm Welding Rod (80 to 140A, 20 to
25V) of approved make.
5. Chipping and Cleaning of Final Run: Each Final weld shall be thoroughly cleaned to remove the slag,
irregularities and any defect

(3) Pipe Installation:

 Installation of pipe shall be co-ordinate with architectural, structural and MEP work for a fit for purpose
installation. Any deviation shall be intimated to the engineer for approval.
 Cut all pipes accurately to measurement determined at the site. After cutting the pipe, ream it and
remove all burrs.
 Run all piping as direct as possible, avoiding unnecessary offsets and conceal piping in finished rooms.
 Install all piping close to walls, ceilings and columns so piping will occupy the minimum space but
Proper space will be provided for covering and removal of pipe, special clearance, and for offsets and
fittings.
 Pipe work will be installed not closer than 200 mm to electrical conduits, lighting, and power cables.
 Pipes will be spaced in ducts, ceilings, voids and plant areas, such as adequate access is permitted to any
pipe for maintenance or removal without disturbance to the remaining pipe work and other services.
 Pipes will not be solidly built into walls or plaster. Pipe joints will not be positioned within the
thickness of walls, floors or in any other inaccessible position. Pipes passing through walls and floors
will be sleeved.
  Couplers, unions and fittings will be screwed up to the reduced depth of the thread, such that no more
three-turns are showing when pulled up tight.
 All pipes, valves and fittings and connected equipment will be thoroughly cleaned of rust, sand and dust,
scale and other foreign matter before erection and before any initial fill water for hydraulic testing.
 After completion of pipe end connection, fix / tight the support clamps properly to make the pipe
straight and level as per the layout.
 Check the levels of pipe work with spirit levels and measuring tape.
 The Spacing of fire pipe supports for sprinkler / clevis hanger shall not be more than that specified
below

Pipe Support Details

Nominal Pipes Spacing between Hanger rod Hanging Strip
Diameter supports diameter Size(thickxwidh)
Up to 25 mm 2.00 meter 8 mm 1.5mmx25mm
32 to 50 mm 2.50 meter 8 mm 1.5mmx25mm
65 to 80 mm 2.50 meter 10 mm 2mmx30mm
100 mm * 2.50 meter * 12 mm * 2mmx30mm *
150 mm * 3.00 meter * 16 mm * 3mmx30mm *
200 mm & above * 3.00 meter * 16 mm * 3mmx30mm *
* As per Site Requirement Fabrication Support may be used.

 All lines shall be suitably supported so as to provide rigidity and avoid vibrations.
 Proper lines and levels shall be maintained while installing exposed pipes.
 All lines less than 50 mm NB size can be socket welded to matching rating fittings.
 All lines above 50mm NB size shall be butts welded with full penetration welds.
 All bolts, nuts and washers used shall be of GI.
 Extra supports shall be provided at the bends and at heavy fittings like valves to avoid undue stress on
the pipes.
 Open ends of piping shall be blocked as soon as the pipe is installed to avoid entrance of foreign matter.
 Pipes must be of Heavy grade M.S. pipe conforming to IS 1239. The pipes, fittings and installation shall
be hydraulically tested to a pressure of 15 Kg/Sq.cm. or 1.5 times the working pressure whichever is
higher.

(4) Flanges:
 Mild steel flanges shall be in accordance with Table – 17 of IS : 6392 i.e. “Plate Flanges for Welding”
and flange thickness shall be as under. Gasket thickness shall not be less than 3 mm.
 Check the flange size and specification according to pump size and valve size,

Flange  Details
Pipe Dia Flange Thickness No. of holes
200 mm. 24 mm. 12
150 mm and 125 mm 22 mm. 8
100 mm and 80 mm 20 mm. 8
65 mm. 18mm 4
40 mm and below. 16mm 4

 All hardware items such as Nuts, Bolts, and Washers shall be of appropriate size.
 Washers shall be used on both sides of the bolt.