Consultant Client Contractor

Amana Contracting & Steel Buildings

Arcadis Design and Consultancy Modon Properties
LLC

CONSTRUCTION OF MINI ZAYED FISHER’S MAN WHARF FISH

MARKET, ABU DHABI, UAE

METHOD STATEMENT FOR

CABLE TESTING (FA/EL/PA)

Document No: AJ-431-P-………………………Rev. 00

Prepared By: Reviewed By: Approved By:

Signature

Name Mohammad Umair Baber

Designation Project Engineer

CLIENT/CONSULTANT COMMENTS:
☐ Code A – Approved ☐ Code C – Rejected (Revise & Resubmit)
☐ Code B – Approved with Comments ☐ Code D – For Information
Remarks:

Name: Signature:
Date: __________________
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PROJECT NAME: “CONSTRUCTION OF MINI ZAYED FISHER’S MAN WHARF FISH MARKET,
ABU DHABI, UAE”
METHOD STATEMENT FOR INSTALLATION OF FIRE ALARM SYSTEM

Table of Contents
1.0 PURPOSE.......................................................................................................................................2
2.0 SCOPE............................................................................................................................................2
3.0 REFERENCE DOCUMENTS.........................................................................................................2
4.0 TOOLS / PLANT & EQUIPMENT.................................................................................................2
5.0 MATERIAL REQUIREMENTS.....................................................................................................3
6.0 RESPONSIBILITY.........................................................................................................................3
7.0 PROCEDURE / METHOD TO BE EMPLOYED...........................................................................4
7.1 GENERAL REQUIREMENTS...................................................................................................4
7.2 PRE-COMMENCEMENT REQUIREMENTS...........................................................................4
7.3 INSTALLATION – GENERAL..................................................................................................5
7.4 INSTALLATION OF FIELD DEVICES AND CONTROL PANEL..........................................5
8.0 QA/QC RECORDS.........................................................................................................................7
9.0 SAFETY REQUIREMENTS...........................................................................................................8
10.0 ATTACHMENTS...........................................................................................................................8

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METHOD STATEMENT FOR INSTALLATION OF FIRE ALARM SYSTEM

1.0 PURPOSE
This method statement describes the method of storage, handling and Installation of fire alarm
system as per specification for project “CONSTRUCTION OF MINI ZAYED FISHER’S MAN
WHARF FISH MARKET, ABU DHABI, UAE “

2.0 SCOPE
The Scope of work is to the method of storage, handling and Installation of fire alarm systemas per
specification for project “CONSTRUCTION OF MINI ZAYED FISHER’S MAN WHARF
FISH MARKET, ABU DHABI, UAE “All works shall be conducted in conformance with relevant
project drawings/ specifications, authorities concerned, Manufacturer Recommendations and good
industry practices.

3.0 REFERENCE DOCUMENTS

3.1 Project specifications
3.2 Company’s Quality Plan.
3.3 Company’s QHSE policy.
3.4 ITP for installation of Fire Alarm System,
3.5 All applicable International Standards
3.6 Approved Material Submittals–Fire Alarm System
3.7 Applicable authorities’ requirements
3.8 Approved Prequalification Document

4.0 TOOLS / PLANT & EQUIPMENT

4.1 Chamfering Tool
4.2 Measuring Tape
4.3 Man lift / Scissor Lift
4.4 Pipe Trimmer & Cutter
4.5 Hammer
4.6 Cable puller
4.7 Pipe bender
4.8 Hand Drilling Machine
4.9 Measuring Tape
4.10 General tool box
4.11 Sprit Level
4.12 Plumb Bob
4.13 Leveling Instrument
4.14 Ladders
4.15 Multi meter

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4.16 Tester

5.0 MATERIAL REQUIREMENTS

5.1 Fire Alarm system Cable, 1.5 & 2.5 sq mm/2 cores.
5.2 Fire Alarm accessories including fixing clips, glands and shrouds.
5.3 Fire Alarm system control panel.
5.4 Field devices such as Control Panel, Fire Alarm Devices and accessories.

6.0 RESPONSIBILITY
6.1 Project Manager shall be responsible for overall project execution, he will coordinate with
client and head office, progress monitoring, attending review meeting, resource management,
overall he will be responsible for timely completion of project in accordance to all contractual
requirements.
6.2 Project Engineer shall be responsible for co-ordination and monitoring construction activities
and construction groups and ensure that work is done as per specification and approved
drawings and all safety measures are implemented. Allocation of manpower and machineries in
consultation with construction manager
 Achieving target progress, backlog if any, he will consult with construction manager for its
recovery action plan.
 Monitoring whether work is going on as per approved method
statement/drawing/specification etc.
 Monitoring lines, levels as per approved drawing from authorities.
 Monitoring timely materials supply at construction location.
 Raising Inspection request and other necessary inspection and test records and forward to
QA/QC Engineer for further process.
6.3 Site Engineer:
 Preparing daily progress repot / site report
 Engagement of manpower and machineries in work as required.
 Verifying line, level etc.
 Supervising every individual activity.
 Initiating for Inspection requests and other necessary inspecting records.
6.4 Surveyor
 Shall be responsible for checking & setting out alignments, levels etc.
 Preparation of Survey Records.
6.5 Safety Officer shall be responsible for monitoring and implementation of HSE requirements,
daily checking of work permit, supervising whether each worker are using necessary PPE.

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Supervising whether each worker is working in safe manner following applicable safety rules
and regulations.

6.6 QA/QC Engineer:

 Monitoring whether the activities are in accordance to approved method statement / IFC
drawing /specification.
 Raising and closing internal NCR if any.
 Documentation in accordance to approved PQP / ITP.
 Coordination & liaising of inspection of work & coordination of consultant.

7.0 COMMISSIONING PROCEDURE

 Check the cable size and types are as per the approved Material submittal.
 Check the cable rating as per specification
 Check area is clean and safe after completion of the cable installation work
 Check all the cables, termination accessories make and type are as per the project approved
material submittal.
 Check if cabling is installed as per approved shop drawings
 Check cables laid above the false ceiling area are supported properly.
 Termination of all the cables are done properly using suitable ferrules, sockets and terminal
blocks.
 Ensure that no power is applied to the fire alarm panel and that all wiring is properly
connected.
 Use the grounding plug in the control panel for all measurements to ground. Each circuit
must test free of all grounds and extraneous voltages.
 Use the volt/ohm meter to check each circuit type
 Check Continuity of each loop separately
 At the control panel, locate wires from each initiating device or indicating appliance circuit.
 Check all other system wiring to verify that each circuit is free of grounds and extraneous
voltages.
 Check the tag identification marks are provided in all the cables for future ref and safety
purpose.
 Check cable connection to the F.A.C.P. battery.
 Check continuity from one end of cabel to any random device
 Check display on network.

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8.0 QA/QC RECORDS

8.1 Inspection Request Form
8.2 Checklist

9.0 SAFETY REQUIREMENTS

9.1 Safety Inductions shall be given to all new coming Staff and workers prior to workspace entry.
9.2 Appropriate work permit to be obtained prior to start of work.
9.3 Toolbox talks to be conducted prior to commencement of works.
9.4 All necessary barriers, signage lighting etc. to be provided and maintained.
9.5 Appropriate PPE to be worn / used.
9.6 Close supervision on safety requirement shall be provided.
9.7 Adequate temporary crossing shall be provided across trenches etc. during the site works.
9.8 All ladders / scaffolds shall be inspected after installation and prior to work.
9.9 All power tools shall be inspected prior to use.
9.10 All electrical connections shall be inspected in intervals as specified in HSE plans.
9.11 Permit to Work systems are implemented.
9.12 Risk assessment submitted with method statement for final approval
9.13 Refer Attachment: Risk Assessment
9.14 Adequate lighting is provided in night shift
9.15 Cordon off the area by adequate barricading
9.16 Continuous supervision are provided
9.17 Proper hand washing and no eating & drinking during the work
9.18 Continuous exposures are controlled by adequate breaks
9.19 Task related PPEs such as safety goggles, hand gloves, are provided as required during the
work

10.0 ATTACHMENTS
10.1 Inspection & Testing Plan
10.2 Risk Assessment
10.3 Check List

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