RISK ASSESSMENT METHOD STATEMENT

Method Statement and Risk Assessment for the Fire

Fighting Pipes and Accessories
The Al Karama School, Phase 2
Abu Dhabi, UAE
Project No. M1492

Document Ref No: M1492-MCL-MCL-MSS-023

Title: Installation of Fire Fighting Pipe and Accessories Ref. No: M1492-MCL-MCL-MSS-023
Project: Al Karamah School, Phase 2 Rev. No: 01
Prepared By: Anu Baby Approved By: Vishnu Mohan Rev. Date: 00

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Project name
Al Karama School, Phase 2
Project No
M1492
Main Contractor
McLaren Construction LLC
Document No
M1492-MCL-MCL-MSS-023
Title/Task
Installation of Fire Fighting Pipe & Accessories
Revision No
01
Date of issue
07/06/2020
Document
Prepared By
Anu Baby
Proposed start date
30/06/2020
Duration of task
4 Months

Contents
Section A Register of Revisions
Section B Scope of Works to be undertaken
Section C Location of the Project
Section D Location of the Works to be Undertaken with the Project
Section E Site Access/Egress and Access to the Work Zone
Section F Emergency Contacts Details and Procedures
Section G McLaren Site Specific HSE Safety Induction
Section H Welfare facilities
Section I Personal Protective Equipment
Section J Plant/Equipment and tools to be Used
Section K Materials To be used
Section L Temporary Works
Section M Inspection and Test Regime
Section N Communication/Toolbox Talks/Training Requirements
Section O Works Permits
Section P Environmental and Waste Management
Section Q Programme for the Works
Section R Housekeeping and Storage
Section S Working at Height
Section T Occupational Health
Section U Sequence of Works/Activities

Appendices
Appendix A Site Logistic Plans and Other Design Information Relative to the Works
Appendix B Crisis/Emergency Plan
Appendix C COSHH Assessments and Material Data Sheets
Appendix D Risk Assessments
Appendix E Technical Information

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Appendix F Inspection and Test Plans

Appendix G Third Party competency/certifications

Section A - Register of Revisions

Rev. No Date Reason for Amendment Amended By Signature Has this amendment been
(Name) briefed to the operatives
involved and have the
operatives signed the register?

This method statement has been prepared in conjunction with the following documents.

1. UAE Federal Law No. 8, chapter V, Article 91 of 1980.

2. United Arab Emirate Ministerial Order 337/2, Medical care to Workers
3. UAE Fire & Life Safety Code of Practice 2018.
4. UAE Ministerial Order No. 32 of 1982.
5. Federal Environmental Authority Law No.24/1999 and its supplements.
6. Federal Law No. (20) of 1991 Concerning the Civil Aviation Law.
7. Ministerial Resolution 688 of 2013, Regarding Fixing of Working Hours During Summer
8. Dubai Municipality Code of Construction Safety Practice, 2007-2011 edition
9. Dubai Municipality Technical Guidelines
10. Local order No. 61 of 1991on Environment Protection Regulation in the Emirates of Dubai.
11. Articles (3,4,5,7) Local Law No. 21/2005 (Waste Management)
12. Local Order No. 11 of 2003 concerning Public Health & community Safety in the Emirate of Dubai
13. OSHAD Code of Practice, HSE Regulations, Technical Guidelines, Mechanisms
14. ISO 45001:2018, ISO 14001:2015 ISO 9001:2015
15. McLaren’s Integrated Management System Policy Statement
16. McLaren Management Procedures (MMP) and Function Procedures
17. McLaren’s site specific SHEQ Plan

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Section B- Scope of Works to be undertaken:

The work Describes Fire Fighting system at Karama School, Phase 2, Abu Dhabi

The following Critical Hazards have been identified during the preparation of the scope of works, please refer to
the Risk Assessments within Appendix D.

1. Falling from height.

2. Manual Handling.
3. Slip Trips and Falls.
4. Falling objects
5. Use of power tools
6 Use of Paint/COSHH items
7 Use of Rotating tools

Section C- Location of the Project

Location of the Project;

The Project premise is located at Al Rowdah, W14-01, Abu Dhabi as marked below.

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Existing Services
As per current information, there is existing irrigation network passing outside the construction work
area.

Underground electrical cables for existing lighting poles within the plot have been removed prior to
commencing works at the area. A full survey has been undertaken to confirm this including an
underground service scan and trial trenches hand excavated in various locations around the project to
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locate any services running into, or close to the plot.

A permit to dig must be obtained from McLaren prior to any excavations commencing.

Section D- Location of the Works to be Undertaken

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within the Project

Section E- Site Access/Egress and Access to the Work Zone

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Section F- Emergency Contacts Details and Procedures:

The following staff from McLaren and will be on site during the execution of the works and will be responsible for
managing the works;
Name Position Company Contact Details
Paul Carlin (Visiting) Operations Director McLaren 056 105 4691
Jamie Selway (Visiting) QHSE Manager McLaren 052 173 6235
Kavith Rathi Sr Site Engineer McLaren 055 190 6842
Abdul Mutallib Senior HSE Officer McLaren 055 400 0602
Vignesh Prabakar Site Engineer McLaren 058 621 6731
Nesakumar P MEP Engineer McLaren 050 850 7968
Vishnu Mohan Project Manager Genfocus 056 546 5865
Anu Baby Project Engineer Genfocus 056 546 5807
Prabir Kumar HSE Officer Genfocus 054 793 7312
Mohmmed Jasim Mechanical Engineer Genfocus 056-526 8312
Parthipan Design Engineer (Elect) Genfocus 056-546 5812
Clitus Fire Warden /First Aider Genfocus 052 701 4049

In case of an Emergency/fire Alarm, all operatives, Staff and Visitors are required to report to the Assembly Point,
which is indicated on the site logistics drawing, as indicated by the symbol below. A roll call will be taken, and
registers checked to ensure that everyone is accounted for. No one will be allowed to leave the assembly point
until the Emergency Response Controller confirms that it is safe to do so.

Assembly Point

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Please refer to the attached Crisis/Emergency Plan, (Appendix B) which is to be implemented where the need
arises.

The Qualified First Aiders for the Project are listed below, and the first Aid Boxes will be available within the First
Aid Room and in the Main Office Reception.

McLaren: (details of First Aiders) Subcontractor (Details of First Aiders)

Shebin Arun 056 746 5229 Prabir Kumar 054 7937312
Abdul Mutallib 055 400 0602 Cletus 052 7014049
Please see below the Emergency contact details:
Authority/Company Contact Telephone No.
Police 999
Ambulance 998
Fire (Civil Defence) 997
SKMC Hospital 02 819 0000
McLaren Site Emergency No. 056 898 7960

Section G- McLaren Site Specific HSE Safety Induction:

All those working on or visiting the Al Karamah School, Phase 2 Extension project will be required to undergo a
McLaren site specific HSE induction before being allowed on site. The induction will be held within the project
premises and carried out by McLaren’s HSE Representative or a Construction team member, the induction
includes details of the site Emergency Procedures.

On completion of the HSE induction, those involved in this activity will be briefed on the contents of the RAMS by
their respective Site Engineer or Supervisor. They will then be required a sign a RAMS Briefing Register (SAF019
UAE) confirming that they have been briefed and that they fully understand the RAMS and what is expected from
them during the execution of the works.
Any operative who will be operating any plant or equipment will be required to produce a copy of their Dubai/
Abu Dhabi Municipality/ENAS/EIAC approved competency certificate/card and proof of health to enable McLaren
to issue them with the Plant Operators Authorisation (SAF023 UAE).

Section H- Welfare facilities:

Drinking Water-
Clean drinking water stations will be provided on site (Water coolers will be brought to site until permanent water
stations are installed) and all operatives are to ensure they take on enough fluids throughout the day and comply
with the Summer Working Plan.

Rest areas and toilet-

Rest areas and toilets are provided on site and located as per the Al Karamah School, Phase 2 Extension Project
logistics layout plan.

Section I- Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)

The Following Personal Protective Equipment must be worn/be available during the execution of the works
activities

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Type of PPE Required Yes No

Safety Helmet X
Safety Footwear X
Eye protection X
Gloves X
Hi- viz Vests X
Overalls (for operatives only) X
Ear protection X
Face Respirator X
Body Harness X
Respiratory masks X
Others (other specific requirements) X

Please ensure that any specific precautions for PPE as identified within MSDS/COSHH assessment or any
specific requirements by supplier/manufacturer are to be complied and adhered to.

Section J- Plant and Equipment to be Used

It is anticipated that the following Plant and Equipment will be used during the execution of the works; other
items will also be identified on the schedule below;

1. Threading/Grooving Machine
2. Hand Tools & Power Tools
3. Mobile Scaffolding
4. Ladder / Podium Ladder

*Note: All relevant competency certificates to be submitted to HSE Manager/Eng./Advisor prior to start of any
activity.

Type of Plant/Equipment to be Used Yes No Type of Plant/Equipment to be Used Yes No

Lifting X Cradle X
Mechanical hoist X Skid Steer Loader X
Mobile elevating working platform X Hand tools X
Ladder X Electrical tools X
Hoist X CAT & Gen Set X
Test Equipment X Ventilation/Extraction Equip X
Task Lighting X Pump with Motor X
Scaffolding X Lifting slings/chains X
Mobile scaffolds X Pressure Gauge X
Podium Scaffold X Threading Machine X

Section K- Materials To be used.

The following Materials will be utilised during the execution of the works, the Material Data sheets being
provided, which will allow the relevant COSHH assessments to be carried out; (See Appendix C)
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Item Material Description MSDS Attached? COSHH Assessment

Attached?
1 Threading Oil yes yes
2 Solvent glue Yes Yes
3 Boss white Yes Yes
4 Zinc Chromate Primer Yes Yes
5 Thinner Yes Yes
6 Synthetic Enamel Paint Yes Yes
Section L- Temporary Works
The following Temporary Works have been identified as required for this activity:

No Temporary works included in this RAMS

*Note: All temporary Works require a design completed by a competent person and must be approved
by McLaren’s Temporary Works Coordinator (TWC)
**Note: All Temporary Works require a Temporary Works Permit to Load/ Strike
Section M- Inspection and Test Regime
<< Detail how the work will be appropriately inspected and / or tested for workmanship, safety and
environmental compliance and by whom (detail their responsibilities). What competence is needed for
inspectors? What records need to be kept?
Refer to any relevant inspection and test plans and / or inspection checklists that need to be used.
Ensure inspectors are aware of the acceptance criteria before the inspections take place. >>
Section N- Communication/Toolbox Talks/Training Requirements:
Before starting any activity, a Point of Work Risk Assessment will be carried out by the Site Engineer/ Supervisor
to ensure all risk and controls have been identified, this will be followed by a task briefing carried out in the
language of the team. All members of the team must sign the briefing sheet to confirm that they have understood
the task requirements.

During the Preparation of this RAMS the following training for the staff and operatives has been identified;
Item Description of Training Has the Training been If not, when will be
completed? (Yes/No) completed (Date)
1 Work at Height Yes
2 Using Abrasive wheel Yes
3 Manual Handling Yes
4 Use of Threading machine Yes
5 COSHH handling Yes

*Note: All relevant certificates will be submitted prior to works commencing or during induction. Where the
training has not been carried out, it must do so prior to the works/activities commencing.

Section O- Works Permits

The following works permits will be required during the execution of the Works;

Item Description of the Work Permit Permit Issued By Tick only applicable
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1 Permit to Enter Confined Space McLaren

2 Permit for Lifting Operations. McLaren
3 Permit to Dig McLaren
4 Permit to work Hot cutting or Welding McLaren
5 Permit to Work in Ceiling Void McLaren
6 Permit for Roof Access McLaren
7 Permit to Work with Ladders, steps/scaffold McLaren 
8 Permit to Work at Height McLaren 
9 Permit to Work – Electrical above 110V McLaren 
10 Permit to Work with COSHH Items McLaren 
11 Permit to Work at External Face of The Building McLaren
12 Permit for Removal of Existing Fall Protections McLaren
13 Permit for Pressure Testing McLaren 
14 Other Permit
Any other permits if required to be added

Section P- Environmental and Waste Management:

Labelled skips will be provided by McLaren, all waste must be segregated into the correct waste streams and
placed in the skips provided. It is important that waste is reduced, reused or recycled wherever possible.
Toolbox Talks will be regularly briefed to the workforce to ensure this is understood.

1 General Waste
2. Concrete Waste
3. Wooden Waste
4. Food Waste
5. Hazardous Waste
6. Paper / Cardboard Waste
Due to the nature of the works and the current site conditions, water shall be sprayed onto dirt/sand roads so
as to minimize dust pollution.

Where any plant is used, drip trays shall be placed underneath to catch any spilled oils or fuels. Oils and fuels will
be managed in accordance with the MSDS and the site Waste Management Plan.
All hazardous liquids must store in suitable, labelled containers with secondary containment to prevent ground
and water contamination.
Emergency spills kits must be available where any hazardous material is used.
Section Q- Programme for the Works.
6 Months
Section R- Housekeeping and Storage:
Housekeeping will be carried out as and when required and storage of materials will be located as per the
approved site logistics plan.

Combustible materials will be carefully managed and monitored in order to reduce the risk of fire.

Section S- Working at Height

During the preparation of the RAMS, the following activities for working at height have been identified and have
been addressed within the risk assessments within Appendix D. (to be filled if applicable to your works)

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Item Activity Risk Assessment Reference

1 Working at Height using Podium Ladder Attached

Section T- Occupational Health

During the preparation of the RAMS, the following Occupational Health issues have been reviewed and addressed
within this Method Statement.

Item Description Preventative Measures, (see also within the Risk Assessments)
1 Safety Critical Roles Anyone identified as safety critical (i.e. operators, riggers,
scaffolders, banksmen etc.) must have a medical check-up before
starting work
2 Bad Back/sprain due to A manual handing assessment will be carried out for all activities and
improper Manual handling all Operatives will receive Manual Handling training
3 Hand/Arm Vibration Exposure Action Values (EAVs) will be calculated for all vibration
activities. Where required, job rotation will be put in place and
recorded
4 Construction dust Roads shall be watered to minimise dust and housekeeping to be
carried out regularly.
RPE shall be provided for those at risk from hazardous dust
5 Noise Noise values will be monitored. Where required, job rotation will be
put in place and recorded. Where it is not possible to control noise,
PPE will be provided
6 Sun & Heat Sun creams will be provided for those that require it.
Drinking water and electrolyte additives will be provided.
Clothing shall cover legs and arms, gloves will be worn.
Summer Working Plans
7 Skin PPE shall provide as required by MSDS

Section U- Sequence of Works/Activities for Fire Fighting Pipe Installation

RAMS to be briefed to all the operatives involved in the work

STARRT card to be prepared by assessing the area of work prior starting the work.
Supervisor to ensure all operatives have received a McLaren site basic induction
Supervisor to ensure all operatives have adequate PPE for the job including Full body harness.
Supervisor to ensure all operators having Competent certificate.
Supervisor to ensure that the site is clean and ready to start the work
Supervisor to ensure proper working platforms such as ladders and scaffoldings are being used and make sure that
all the working platforms are having permit to work
Supervisor to ensure that all materials taken into the facility are covered and equipment’s to be used are clean &
coordination of time for access has been agreed.

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Materials (Pipes, Fittings, and extinguishers, cabinet) will be offloaded from the vehicle manually at site
store. Store in charge / Supervisor to ensure that off load material load is not exceed 20kg/ person.
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Supervisor/store keeper shall ensure the materials are as per the approvals and required quantities are
unloaded and check for any damages.
Material inspection request to be submitted for McLaren / B&W Approval.
Materials will be stored properly, and necessary stock registers is maintained.
Once the MIR is approved, required quantities and accessories will be manually shifted to work place
through material movement route.
Procedure
Mark the location of piping as per specification and approved shop drawing.
Install approved supports, brackets for piping as per specification, approved shop drawings and site
requirements for each individual case (ie. Slab, Wall etc.) Using drill machine.
Supports shall be installed as per specification and manufacturer recommendations and shall comply with
NFPA 13 for hanger materials.
The pipes cross fire rated walls and slabs, Beams and after proof membranes, Galvanized steel sleeves shall
be used.
Manually shift the martials to site through manual transport route.
Ensure all firefighting pipes are painted with one coat of primer suitable for galvanized pipes and one coats
of post office red enamel paint.
Piping connection 2” and below shall be made by threaded joint using thread machine.
The piping connections 2 ½” and above are made by Groove Joints grooves shall be done by using grooving
machine and depth and width of a groove shall be maintained as per grooved fitting manufacturer
recommendations.
Flexible Pipe connectors shall be installed in all Expansion Joints and Equipment piping connection between
different buildings.
Alarm Check Valves must be installed in vertical position for proper direction of flow indication bypass
check valve and retarding chamber drain-line connection.
Install flanges or flange adapters on valves, apparatus, and equipment having NPS 2- 1/2 (DN 65) and larger
connections.
Install ball drip valves to drain piping between fire department connection valves. Drain to floor drain as
shown on the drawing.
Install "Inspector's Test Connections" in sprinkler system piping, complete with shutoff valve, sized and
Ensure necessary resources in terms of labour, plant, equipment, tools and task lighting ar e arranged to
located according to NFPA 13.
carry out the job
Install sprinkler system piping according to NFPA 13 and as per approved drawing.
Install sprinkler piping with drains for complete system drainage as shown in the drawing.
Install unions adjacent to each valve in pipes NPS 2 (DN 50) and smaller. Unions are not required on
flanged devices or in piping installations using grooved joints.
Install sprinkler zone control valves, test assemblies, and drain risers adjacent to standpipes when sprinkler
piping is connected to standpipe as per drawing.
Install wall sprinklers as per the drawing.
Install drain valves on standpipes as shown on the drawing.
Install standpipe system piping according to NFPA 14.
Install fire hose reels with cabinet as per approved drawings and make all pipe fitting connections.
Install pressure gauges on riser or feed main, at each sprinkler test connection, and at top of each standpipe.
Include pressure gauges with connection not less than NPS 1/4 (DN 8) and with soft metal seated globe
valve, arranged for draining pipe between gage and valve. Install gauges to permit removal and install where
they will not be subject to freezing.
Install listed fire-protection shutoff valves supervised-open, located to control sources of water supply
except from fire department connections. Install permanent identification signs indicating portion of system
controlled by each valve.
Install check valve in each water-supply connection.
Vertical firefighting piping shall be placed on galvanized L angle or U channels and fastened with GI
threaded rods and U channels shall be welded by using welding machine.
All piping system shall be levelled, and all supports/clamps shall be tightened.
All penetration
Title: shall
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Fire Fighting proofed (using flexible materials) to the same Ref.
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fire extinguishers
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Ensure Proper access and egress to the work area.

Ensure all Clearances and consents are obtained from authority/departments.
Discuss method statement/risk assessment with all concerned parties.
Ensure the operatives are trained on method statement.
Barricade the area needs improvement using safety barricade tapes / hard barricade as per the EHS
and project safety regulations.

Pressure Test for Fire Fighting

Raise request for inspection of hydro-testing to witness the same, by Consultant Engineer.

Ensure all test equipment’s shall be valid calibration certificate and made available for verification.

Care shall be taken to all the Equipment, apparatus, devices to a pressure exceeding its prescribed test pressure as obtained
from its name plate data or product catalogues.

Any Equipment, apparatus and devices that might be damaged by the test pressure shall be removed or blanked off.

Ensure All Valves are in open condition before starting pressure test; NO pressure shall be applied against closed valves.

Ensure Temporary blank flanges are anchored firmly in a way to accommodate all developed end trust.

The Piping system shall be tested closed by plugging all openings in the system in a proper way and filled slowly with water.

Ensure all system is free from air lock.

Ensure water is reached to the entire system by releasing plugs temporarily.

Pressure shall be applied to the system by means of electric pump drawing from a water container. The pump discharge shall
be connected to the system through a globe valve, check valve and calibrated pressure gauge of suitable range to have the
test pressure range in the middle of the range.

Subject the Fire Fighting piping system hydro-test at 1.5% of Working Pressure for 2 hours.

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Repair the leaks and defects if any until satisfactory results are obtained.

Test pressure shall be measured and recorded at highest point of the system.

After approval of inspection of hydro testing, release the water gradually and protect the piping installation, and end cap the
pipe.

Upon approval of installation of pipes and accessories standpipe shall be connected to the interior water distribution piping
as per the approved shop drawing.

Fire Hose Reels will be filled with water pressurised and inspected for any leaks to test the integrity of the reel and hose.
Maximum working pressure usually 12 bar so test pressure is typically 18 bar.

At the end of the pressure test the hose reel is to be cleaned and rewound and also to be clean if water fall in floor.

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APPENDIX A

Site Logistics Plan

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PPENDIX B
Al Karamah School, Phase 2
Abu Dhabi, UAE

CRISIS PLAN
Upon an incident, being discovered the first member of McLaren’s staff or the site operative
1.
discovering the incident shall inform the Project Manager and HSE department by Project
Emergency no- 056 898 7960

Both the Safety Officer and the first Aider are to attend the scene with their mobile. The project
2.
Manager or site receptionist waits in office ready to telephone relevant emergency services.

Both the Safety Officer and the first Aider are to assess the situation and put in place the relevant
3.
systems to end/deal with the emergency.

Both the Safety Officer and the first Aider are to ensure all trades are gathered at the assembly
4.
point and liaise with supervisor to account for all operatives - no person should leave site.

Either the Safety Officer or the first Aider phones the project Manager or site receptionist and
5.
informs him/her of which emergency services are required.

6. The Project Manager calls all relevant McLaren staff.

Both the Safety Officer and the first Aider waits for the emergency services at scene.
7.
Once emergency services arrive, The Project Manager will telephone the relevant authorities, i.e.
8.
the HSE/Client’s Safety Advisor/McLaren’s Operations & QHSE Manager.

Both the Safety Officer and the first Aider keep trades informed of the situation and releases
9.
trades to return to work or leave site only when emergency services or The Project Manager
instruct that it is safe to do so, and all names of witnesses are recorded.

The Project Manager or Construction Manager are to arrange for photographs of the scene to be
10.
taken, and if necessary, the area to be cordoned.

A full investigation of the Incident is to be carried out, with a written report being submitted the
11.
SHEQ Director, as soon as practicably possible after the incident, including all witness statements,
photos of the scene, induction and method statement records, recommendation to prevent a re-
occurrence and what action has been taken since the incident taking place.

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APPENDIX C

COSHH ASSESSMENTS AND MSDS

(Attach if any)

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APPENDIX- D

RISK ASSESSMENT

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APPENDIX-E

TECHNICAL INFORMATION

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APPENDIX-F
INSPECTION AND TEST PLANS

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APPENDIX-G

THIRD PARTY COMPETENCY/CERTIFICATES

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