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KFSS Project Code 8073
Document Number KFSS-8073-MST-001
METHOD STATEMENT FOR FIRE SUPPRESSION SYSTEM
INSTALLATION
0 20.11.2022 Issued For Approval Sanoop
REV. DATE DESCRIPTION PREP’D REV’D APR’D
NEOM APPROVAL STATUS
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NAME
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KFSS Project Code 8073
Document Number KFSS-8073-MST-001
METHOD STATEMENT FOR FIRE SUPPRESSION SYSTEM
INSTALLATION
SIGNATURE
DATE
TABLE OF CONTENTS
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1.0 SCOPE OF WORK....................................................................................................................... 3
2.0 PURPOSE.................................................................................................................................... 3
3.0 DEFINITION................................................................................................................................. 3
4.0 REFERENCE................................................................................................................................3
5.0 DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES..............................................................................................3
5.1 ELECTRICAL ENGINEER..............................................................................................................3
5.2 SITE SUPERVISOR........................................................................................................................4
5.3 FOREMAN......................................................................................................................................4
5.4 SAFETY MANAGER / SUPERVISOR............................................................................................4
6.0 TOOLS AND EQUIPMENTS.......................................................................................................4
7.0 MANPOWER & MATERIAL CONTROL.................................................................................... 5
8.0 INSTALLATION PROCEDURE FOR ADDITIONAL COMPONENT CABLING.......................6
9.0 REMOVAL/INSTALLATION PROCEDURE / METHOD FOR FK 5-1-12 ..…………………….....7
10.0 SAFETY ACTION PLAN………………………………………………………………………………..11
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1.0 SCOPE OF WORK
This method statement covers basic requirements for the installation of new FK 5-1-12 Fire Suppression
system in NEOM Data Center, NEOM TELCO PARK POD -3 DATA CENTER. This procedure shall be
applied to the inspection, method and criteria for installation work carried out by the contractor.
2.0 PURPOSE
The purpose of this Method Statement is to ensure that Project specifications, Standards and
procedures stated in the contract documents are being implemented on all works with due consideration
to the protection and safety of personnel & plant facilities from any hazards that may occur during pipe
installation and cable pulling.
3.0 DEFINITIONS
NEOM : (Client)
HUAWEI : EPC Contractor
NFPA : National Fire Protection Association
4.0 REFERENCES
NFPA 2001 : STANDARD ON CLEAN AGENT FIRE EXTINGUISHING SYSTEM
NFPA 72 : NATIONAL FIRE ALARM SIGNALLING CODE
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5.0 DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
5.1 ELECTRICAL ENGINEER
The Electrical Engineer shall be responsible for the overall direction, monitoring, coordination and
control of all the construction activities attached.
5.2 SITE SUPERVISOR
The Site Supervisor shall be directly involved in the planning and execution of all the site activities such
as , installation of fire alarm and suppression system, testing and commissioning. He shall be
responsible for the preparation of installation plan, Safety Action Plan and job safety analysis (JSA).
Submit safe work plan application for work permits, prior to commencement of the construction activity.
5.3 FOREMAN
The Foreman shall be responsible for the direct execution of work such as Installation of Cable,
Pipes/Fitings, components/devices according to the plan and shall directly control and give instructions
to the working personnel. He shall also ensure that works are performed with proper tag equipment,
PPE and good housekeeping around the working area.
5.4 SAFETY MANAGER / SUPERVISOR
Safety Manager / Supervisor shall review risk assessment prior to start the work and relevant work
permit. Risk assessment must be implemented and observed during the execution of works.
6.0 TOOLS AND EQUIPMENTS
Measuring tape
Cable cutter
Hacksaw cutter
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Cable Pulling Compound (Water Based)
Rope
Wire Puller
Marker pen
PVC Tape
Insulation Tape
Cable Tie
Threading Machine
Welding Machine
Cutting Machine
Grinding Machine
Drilling Machine
Pipe Wrench
Nitrogen Cylinder
Knife
Spanner set
Spirit Level
Line Dori
Tool Box
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7.0 MANPOWER
The site supervisor shall control the installation works and he will be directly reporting to the Engineer.
The basic manpower under him will consist of the following,
Pipe Fitter
Welder
Technician
Instrument Foreman
Helpers
MATERIAL CONTROL
The Supervisor shall inspect the cable drums,pipes and accessories as per the material receiving
inspection report, specification and standards. Delivered materials shall be properly secured at site.
8.0 INSTALLATION PROCEDURE OF ADDITIONAL COMPONENT CABLING
Pre-Installation Procedure
Before Commencing the following works are required to be carried out:
Check at site for any other service obstruction and hand mark the route in the drawing.
Materials used in the work are of valuable nature and that they shall be stored in a secure location,
and access to this materials shall be strictly controlled.
Installation Procedure
Mark the location of all equipments routing of containment.
Instruments and devices shall be installed as per vendor’s recommendation and approved typical
installation details.
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Cable Pulling
Ensure that the first fix layout is completed prior to cable pulling.
Double check schematic (loop schedule) and shop drawings at hand for the size and number of
cables to be pulled.
After identifying the type of cable to be pulled, expose one end of such cable by removing the outer
protective sheath at least 50mm long, thus exposing its copper conductor and twist it around the
pulling spring.
Manually guide/feed/push the wrap portion of the Fire Alarm Cable in to conduit mouth. After it
passed the conduit mouth, give signal to the other person on the other end to start the pull.
Pull the pulling spring through the conduit.
While pulling, some personnel must be at the floor level guiding the FA cable properly, seeing to it
that FA cable being pulled are not entwined.
Pull speed must not be fast or slow and the person pulling must always be in contact with the
electrician feeding the cables at conduit mouth end to avoid accidental stripping of cable insulation
or tangling.
Put some cable lubrication on the first few centimeters of the wrap connection and pulling
spring.This will help it slide over the edges of fittings and around the first bend or two.
When the entire length has been pulled, before cutting cables, leave atleast 300mm excess length
at each box for purpose of splicing with other incoming wires or connection to fixture or device.
Ensure sufficient length of wires in the basement.
Cut cables at box end. Bundle with tape the end of pulled cables. Put markings at each end
indicating the loop/device number.
Loop cables in circle and place inside the box so as there will be no cables protruding outside the
box wherein workers might hang something from it thus may cause damage on its insulation.
Repeat above procedures for all cable/wire pulling activities of the project.
Solenoid/Pressure Switch Fixing
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Installation shall be as per manufacturer’s recommendations .
Mount the Solenoid/pressure switch at its designated mounting space and secure to floor as per
approved fixings .
Removed appropriate knock in and gland plates on the case for cable entry.
Arrange cable entry to the gland plates and use hole punch for the required gland hole.
Gland the cables to the plate. Fire rated gland shall be used.
Cables shall remain unconnected at the panel with 300mm tail wire length.
Do not undertake insulation tests with the cables connected to the panel terminals. Such a test may
damage the electronic circuitry in the system equipment.
After completing the cable test, dissipate any voltage and terminate each cable to its designated
terminal block. Follow tagging on the cables.
Unused circuits must be terminated with an end of line resistor.
9.0 INSTALLATION PROCEDURE / METHOD FOR FK 5-1-12 SUPPRESSION SYSTEM
Pre-Installation Procedure
Before commencing the installation of FK 5-1-12 system pipes & fittings the following works are
required to be carried out.
Check the routing of the pipes that there are no clashes with building services and review of
coordination drawings.
All existing FM-200 sytem pipes and fittings shall be removed.
Check the materials to be used is approved.
Check the approved drawings and calculation.
Check the approved drawings for FK 5-1-12 Cylinder location.
Check the work area is clean, safe and check the materials are stored properly.
Installation Procedures of new Piping Network
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Proper Scaffolding should be available to install piping on ceiling.
Mark the pipe routing and take approval from NEOM before proceeding.
The horizontal pipes are to be supported from ceiling slab and vertical pipes are to be supported at
each floor level at intervals.
Mark the location of the supports on the wall/slab with as per the pipe routing of the IFC drawing .
All fixings for the supports shall be done using self threaded screw .
Clean the location and fasten the approved Fastener.
For installation of horizontal pipes, place the fabricated support in position and insert the fastener
and tighten it with spanner.
Use U-bolt to fix the pipes to the brackets.
For installation of vertical pipes, place the fabricated support in position and insert the fastener and
tighten it with spanner.
Installation of FK 5-1-12 System Pipes and Fittings
Measure length of pipe as per the calculation. Cut the pipe to the measured length, ensuring that
the ends are cut square or chambered as required and all burrs are removed from the pipe.
Determine the position of the pipe supports and mark out .Mark the holes in the roof using marker.
Fix supports in position ensuring that all fixings are secure.
Determine the position of the lifting points to be used and lift the pipes manually (up to 4”) to the
required heights and fix the supports are fixed on the pipe and secured.Ensure that there is no
obstruction within the pipe.
The correct level for pipe is checked using plumb bob or spirit level and if necessary position of pipe
is adjusted on the pipe support ensuring that the gap between pipe butt ends will be set to within
manufacturers recommended tolerances before commencing with installation of the fittings.
During the installation of Piping with threaded connections, special care to be taken to avoid more
than 03 threads visible outside.
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Install the branch pipes suitable for ceiling and floor void locations as shown on the IFC drawings
and approved.The final location of the nozzles are to be located as per approved calculation &
approved IFC drawing avoiding the clashes with with other services such as HVAC ducts, Fire
Alarm Smoke Detectors and Lighting fixtures.
Installation Procedure for FK 5112 Cylinders
Off load the cylinder using a forklift and place the pallets in client prescribed location. Make sure the
safety cap is fixed all the time on the cylinder until proper fixation of cylinder to bracket.
Untie the cylinder from the pallet and using hydraulic trolley transport the cylinder inside data hall.
Check the location of corresponding size cylinder referring to the approved drawing and place them
safely.
Calculate the position for the cylinder wall mounting rail .
Mark the calculated height for the cylinder wall mounting rail with a suitable pen on the wall or solid
structure and drill boreholes.
Align the cylinder wall mounting rail ,fix the cylinder wall mounting rail horizontally to a wall or solid
structure using suitable dowels and bolts.
Attach an end cap to each end of the cylinder wall mounting rail
Depending on the number of pressure cylinders required, different lengths and numbers of cylinder
wall mounting rails are required.
Once cylinders are fixed remove the safety/shipping cap .
Remove the protection cap from the valve
Remove the sealing cap from the outlet connection of the valve
Connect the discharge hose with its outlet connection to the pipework (for single pressure cylinder
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system) or to the inlet connection of the check valve for multiple cylinders.
Once all fixations are complete make sure the tightness and informing Client representatives
connect the solenoid actuator in Set position which is inactive condition.
Painting for Pipes and Fittings
Approved painting specification shall be followed. Procedure to be followed as per the
manufacturer’s recommendation and thread area shall not be painted before Pneumatic testing of
Piping.
Installation of Nozzles
All the nozzles shall be installed in accordance to the specifications and manufacturer instructions
as per design calculation.
Ensure that the nozzle selection is as per approved calculations and as per IFC drawings.
Hand tighten the nozzle head in to the fitting to avoid mechanical damage, and then gradually
tighten it with an appropriate type and size of wrench.
Pressure Testing Of Pipe Work Using Gas
Before carrying out the pressure test:
1) Verification documents for the pipes and fittings used shall be present
2) The installation has been visually inspected and found to be in good order
The following procedure must be adhered to:
The pipe from the manifold to the distribution pipe inlet will need to be fitted with a test valve which
incorporates a hose connection to the pressure testing equipment (union/flanged connection to be
supplied locally).
If no union/flanged connection with the distribution pipe inlet is available, then one of the nozzle
connection points or a manifold check valve (3/4” BSP) may be used.
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The pressure testing to be performed from outside the room holding the pipe work.Compressed air
or N2 pressure only to be applied slowly through a pressure regulator.When a pressure of appox.
2bar is attained, preliminary check shall be made, including examination of joints/fittings etc. After
the inspection and all joints/fittings etc. found to be tight, the pressure shall be gradually increased
in steps until the test pressure 40psi is reached, holding the pressure at each step long enough to
equalize piping strains.
The test pressure 40psi shall at least be maintained for 10min as per NFPA 2001 section7.7.2.2.12.
Should the installation not withhold the pressure during the testing period it must be assured that no
entrance in to the room is made until after the pressure has been relieved from the pipe installation.
10.0 SAFETY ACTION PLAN
All personal involved in the works shall follow safety procedure and shall have completed safety
induction as a minimum training requirement. Other training shall be as per the project HSE training
profile.
STARRT shall be carried out prior to the start of work by concerned supervisor / foreman.
Permit shall be taken before starting the works.
Proper housekeeping at the end of the day is a part of mandatory task assigned to workers to avoid
accidents due to littered tools and materials.
Flagman will be engaged to control the movement to trailers, cranes, pumps and other mobile
equipment.
Safety Harness shall be used whenever working at elevations.
Area shall be barricaded and warning boards will be displayed.
Fire watch shall be available while performing welding. Fire Extinguisher will be available while
doing welding.
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The foreman /Supervisor together with the safety officer shall be responsible for the implementation
of all safety precaution.
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