Proposed installation of Refrigerant Piping METHOD STATEMENT SEC/MS/3-6

METHOD STATEMENT FOR INSTALLATION OF REFRIGERANT PIPING

1.0 PURPOSE

1.1 Ensure that installation of refrigerant piping and testing of refrigerant piping is carried
out in proper condition as per Method Statement and National Standard.

2.0 SCOPE

2.1 This procedure shall cover designated location for installation of refrigerant piping and
testing of refrigerant piping for ---- Project.

3.1 RESPONSIBILITIES

3.1 Engineer-in-Charge is responsible for ensuring the installation works is carried out as
per Method Statement and in a safe manner.
3.2 Engineer-in-Charge ensure the installation as per approved shop drawing, specifications
and recommendations form consultant / main contractor.
3.3 Engineer-in-Charge is responsible for ensure thar materials are as per approved material
submittal.
3.4 Engineer-in-Charge is responsible to check that the installation is carried out according
to the technical and engineering requirements.
3.5 Engineer-in-Charge is responsible to carry out inspections on completed works.

4.0 WORK STANDARD

4.1 Myanmar National Building Code
4.2 ASHARE 15
4.3 CP13

5.0 EQUIPMENT / TOOLS USED

5.1 Tool Boxes

5.2 Electric Drill
5.3 Electric Disc Fiber Cutter

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5.4 Sand Paper or Sand Cloth

5.5 Wire Brush

5.6 Soldering Tools & Gas Cylinders
5.7 Measuring Tape
5.8 Cutting Tools & Razor
5.9 Aluminum A-frame ladders
5.10 Ladders / Scaffolds
5.11 Safety requirements tools such as safety shoes, safety helmet, safety glasses, safe
vests and safety gloves to ensure maximum ability of safe work.

6.0 MACHINERY USED

5.1 N/A

7.0 MATERIAL USED

7.1 Approved copper pipes.

7.2 Insulation 50mm thickness.
7.3 Galvanized threaded rods, bolt, nuts and washers.
7.4 Flush anchor / wall plugs and hangers.
7.5 Insulation insulated tape for refrigerant pipe (PVC).

8.0 PROCEDURES

8.1 Checked and confirmed the refrigerant piping routes as per approved drawings.
8.2 Using an electric hammer drill to drill at 1500mm intervals for threaded studs.
8.3 Set in flush anchors/wall plugs by using a setting tool to receive the threaded rods.
8.4 Threaded rods are cut to length with electric fiber cutter and all sharp edges be
rounded.
8.5 Ensure all rods are screwed in completely with washer and lock nut.
8.6 Brackets/angle bar pre-cut and drilled are installed to the threaded studs. Tighten the
bracket/strut system at the desired height with washers and lock nuts.

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8.7 Pipe must be cut accurately to measurements established at the construction and
Pipes must be installed as to permit free expansion and contraction without damage
to joints or hangers.
8.8 Install piping to be as short and direct as possible with a minimum number of joints,
elbows and fittings.
8.9 Refrigerant piping must be insulated with 50mm thickness insulation and insulation
must be wrapped with insulated tape (PVC).
8.10 Arrange piping to allow inspection and service of compressor and other equipment.
Install valves and other accessories in accessible locations to allow for service and
inspection.
8.11 Pipe work to properly fixed and supported using a recognized and approved
Manufacturer’s support system.

9.0 MAIN CONTRACTOR – Engineer / M & E Supervisor

9.1 To liaise with contractor for the above installation.

9.2 To ensure sub-contractors follow the safety requirements on site.
9.3 To arrange for inspection with sub contractor.

10.0 SANYO ENGINEERING – Project Engineer / Supervisor

10.1 Site co-ordination.

10.2 To follow approved shop drawings.
10.3 To carry out toolbox briefing on the safety requirements before commencement of
installation works.
10.4 To complete the inspection checklist and follow the inspection and test plans detailed
in this procedure.
10.5 To establish a high level of assurance that after joining coppers pipe meets the
specification requirements and Consultant satisfaction.
10.6 To ensure sub-contractors follow the safety requirements on site.

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11.0 SUB-CONTRACTOR WORKERS

11.1 To follow all safety requirements.

11.2 To follow the approved drawings and supervisor’s instructions
11.3 To apply for working at height procedure.
11.4 To ensure safe access and working area is clear of obstruction and debris.
11.5 To maintain proper housekeeping at all times.

12.0 SAFETY ASPECTS

12.1 Ladder used on site must be inspected and certified safe by the CPW Safety Supervisor
before use.
12.2 Ladder when used against wall shall not form an angle greater than 30 degree from
vertical.
12.3 Ladder when in use must be fully extended with the safety catch engaged and never
stand on the top step of a ladder.
12.4 All scaffoldings to be use on site must be inspected by CPW safety supervisor.
12.5 shall be worn safety glass, ear plug, hand gloves when performing like drilling work or
other works using electric tools.
12.6 All electrical cables shall not be laid across floor or submerge in ponds of water.
12.7 Workers are to be trained for scaffolding used.

13.0 HOUSEKEEPING

13.1 Good housekeeping shall be maintained at site all time.

13.2 All places of work shall be free from obstruction and any tripping hazards.
13.3 Waste materials shall be collected and disposed off at the end of every working day.

14.0 INSPECTION

14.1 After completion of installation, will be inspected with witness of the Engineer.
14.2 Attached inspection check list for above installation.

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15.0 ATTACHMENTS

15.1 Layout drawing.

15.2 Detail shop drawing.
15.3 Check list and inspection records.