Saudi Aramco Inspection Checklist: Fire Alarm System - Pre-Commissioning Inspection SAIC-B-6108 24-Jul-18 Inst

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SAUDI ARAMCO INSPECTION CHECKLIST
Fire Alarm System - Pre-Commissioning Inspection SAIC-B-6108 24-Jul-18 INST
PROJECT TITLE WBS / BI / JO NUMBER CONTRACTOR / SUBCONTRACTOR
Equipment/ EQUIPMENTS ID NUMBERS GENERAL BOX, ENCLOSURE AND ACCESSORIES ENCLOSURE CODE SYSTEM ID. PLANT NO.
DESCRIPTION
LAYOUT DRAWING NUMBER REV. NO. PURCHASE ORDER NUMBER EC / PMCC / MCC NO.
SCHEDULED INSPECTION DATE & TIME ACTUAL INSPECTION DATE & TIME QUANTITY INSP. MH's SPENT TRAVEL TIME
SAUDI ARAMCO USE ONLY

SAUDI ARAMCO TIP NUMBER SAUDI ARAMCO ACTIVITY NUMBER WORK PERMIT REQUIRED?
SAUDI ARAMCO INSPECTION LEVEL CONTRACTOR INSPECTION LEVEL
ITEM
ACCEPTANCE CRITERIA REFERENCE PASS FAIL N/A RE-INSP DATE
No.
A Document Review, Certification
Fire Alarm System Certification: Fire Alarm System shall be certified by

the manufacturer that the designs and materials used in its installation is
meeting the following standards:
NFPA 13 Installation of Sprinkler Systems (Automatic Sprinkler Systems
SAES-M-100
A1 Handbook)
Sec. C3
NFPA 13R Standard for the Installation of Sprinkler Systems in
Residential Occupancies up to and Including Four Stories in Height
NFPA 14 Standard for the Installation of Standpipe and Hose Systems
NFPA 70 National Electrical Code (NEC)
As Designed - Fire Alarm System and accessories shall be in accordance

Schedule G
A2 with the Saudi Aramco-approved project-specific design drawings,
Sec. 2
diagrams, schedules, lists, databases and associated documents.
Fire Detection System Commissioning:

All fire detection system testing shall be witnessed by a designated
representative of the Area Lead Fire Prevention Engineer / Loss
SAES-B-014
A3 Prevention Department and the Area Fire Marshall / Fire Protection
Sec. 7.9
Department. At least 10 business days prior to commissioning of any new
fire alarm system, the following deliverables shall be provided to the Area
Lead Fire Prevention Engineer and the Area Fire Marshall (A5 to A11).
Before pre commissioning, panel sections shall be opened up and

SAEP-1636
A4 inspected for cleanliness and to ensure no foreign bodies are present.
Sec. 5
Dust shall be removed using a vacuum cleaner or rags as appropriate.
Contractor to Provide: Certified, as-built drawings for the fire alarm SAES-B-014
A5
system. Sec. 7.9(a)
Contractor to Provide: Written certification from the designer that the

installed fire alarm system is in compliance with NFPA 72. (A stamp of the
SAES-B-014
A6 registered engineer on the drawings with a statement stating that the
Sec. 7.9(b)
system is in compliance with NFPA 72 shall be considered as meeting this
requirement).
Contractor to Provide: For air aspirated high sensitivity smoke detection

systems utilizing sampling pipes, provide certified drawings of the piping
network showing size and locations of all orifice holes in the sampling SAES-B-014
A7
pipes and endcaps, and the location and specifications of all piping Sec. 7.9(c)
components. The design calculations or program output used to design
the piping network shall also be provided.
Contractor to Provide: Programming documentation for the fire alarm SAES-B-014

A8
control panel. Sec. 7.9(d)
Saudi Aramco: Company General Use

Contractor to Provide: For all high sensitivity smoke detection systems,
SAES-B-014
A9 the manufacturer or manufacturer's representative shall provide
Sec. 7.9(e)
recommendations for the alarm and pre-alarm sensitivity settings.
Contractor to Provide: Operating and programming manuals for the SAES-B-014

A10
system. Sec. 7.9(f)
SAES-B-014
A11 Contractor to Provide: Commissioning procedures.
Sec. 7.9(g)
B Visual Inspection of Different Accessories of the System
Conform that the insulation resistance test record for all instrument wire
SAEP-1636
B1 and cable are carried out, certified and recorded for both before and after
Sec. 5
cable installation as per Attachment 1.
The equipment arrangement shall be inspected and checked against the SAEP-1636
B2
relevant Planned Layout and General Arrangement Drawings. Sec.5
Particular attention shall be paid to the alignment of the panel face to SAEP-1636
B3
ensure correct matching of instruments and where fitted, mimic diagrams. Sec. 5
The Fire Alarm System shall be inspected to ensure all identifying labels
SAEP-1636
B4 and tags are installed in accordance with the schedule and layout
Sec. 5
drawings.
Interconnecting wiring of control panel sections shall be checked against SAEP-1636
B5
the detailed wiring diagram. Sec. 5
Power supply from normal and UPS sources shall be checked as per SAEP-1636
B6
connection wiring schedule. Sec. 5
Access to Electrical Equipment Behind Panels Designed to Allow

Access: Access to electrical equipment shall not be denied by an SAES-B-014
B7
accumulation of conductors and cables that prevents removal of panels, Sec. 3.2
including suspended ceiling panels. (NEC 760.21)
Mechanical Execution of Work: Fire alarm circuits shall be installed in a SAES-B-014

B8
neat workmanlike manner. (NEC 760.24) Sec. 3.2
Verify that only copper conductors are permitted to be used for fire alarm SAES-B-014
B9
systems. [NEC 760.49(A)] Sec. 3.2
SAES-B-014
B10 Insulation on conductors shall be suitable for 600 volts. [NEC 760.49(B)]
Sec. 3.2
Conductor Materials: SAES-B-014

B11
Conductors shall be solid or stranded copper. [NEC 760.49(C)] Sec. 3.2
Multiconductor non–power-limited fire alarm circuit cables, Types NPLFP,

SAES-B-014
B12 NPLFR and NPLF, shall not be installed exposed in ducts or plenums.
Sec. 3.2
[NEC 760.53(B)(1)]
Cables and conductors installed exposed on the surface of ceilings and

sidewalls shall be supported by the building structure in such a manner SAES-B-014
B13
that the cable will not be damaged by normal building use. Sec. 3.2
(NEC 760.24)
Verify that cables are attached to structural components by straps,

staples, cable ties, hangers or similar fittings designed and installed so as SAES-B-014
B14
not to damage the cable. The installation shall also comply with 300.4(D). Sec. 3.2
(NEC 760.24)
Fire Alarm Circuit Identification: Fire alarm circuits shall be identified at

terminal and junction locations in a manner that helps to prevent SAES-B-014
B15
unintentional signals on fire alarm system circuit(s) during testing and Sec. 3.2
servicing of other systems. (NEC 760.30)
Fire Alarm with Power-Supply Circuits: Powersupply and fire alarm

circuit conductors shall be permitted in the same cable, enclosure or SAES-B-014
B16
raceway only where connected to the same equipment. Sec. 3.2
[NEC 760.48(B)]
C Visual Inspection of Different Accessories of the System

Cables: Conform that the insulation resistance test record for all
SAEP-1636
C1 instrument wire and cable are carried out, certified and recorded for both
Sec. 5
before and after cable installation as per Attachment 1
Inspection of Field Junction Boxes: All relevant activities and test SAEP-1636
C2
should be certified and recorded as per attachment 2. Sec. 5
Inspection of Instruments and Sensors (Field rack rooms and

SAEP-1636
C3 various buildings): All relevant activities and test should be certified and
Sec. 5
recorded as per attachment 3.
Inspection of the Fire Alarm Panel ( or Enclosure) and Accessories:

SAEP-1636
C4 (Pull boxes Conduits and Fittings) All relevant activities and test should be
Sec. 5
certified and recorded as per attachment 4.
Function Test of "Fire Alarm Panels": All relevant checks, activities and SAEP-1636
C5
test should be certified and recorded as per attachment 5. Sec. 5
Grounding: Check grounding and functionality for the cabinet, as per all
SAEP-1636
C6 relevant checks, activities and test should be certified and recorded as per
Sec. 5
attachment 6.
Functionality checks for all features of the system including the simulation
SAEP-1636
C7 of all types of I/O signals and all relevant sequences of Alarm, Signaling
Sec. 5
and Actuation as required.
SAEP-1636
C8 Manufacturer performance test procedures shall be followed
Sec. 5
Power Supply Input cable(s) shall be checked from the Power Distribution
SAEP-1636
C9 panel, providing to switch-off, the cabinet Switching system, switch-on
Sec. 5
power supply from P.D.P and verify it at cabinet input terminal strip.
For air aspirated high sensitivity smoke detection systems utilizing

sampling pipes, provide certified drawings of the piping network showing
size and locations of all orifice holes in the sampling pipes and endcaps, SAES-B-014
C10
and the location and specifications of all piping components. The design Sec. 7.9 C
calculations or program output used to design the piping network shall
also be provided.
REMARKS:
REFERENCE DOCUMENTS:
1. Schedule G - Material, Tools and Equipment (Pro Forma MP-IK-LS Contract)
2. Schedule Q - Quality Requirements (Pro Forma Contract)
3. NFPA 13 - Standard for the Installation of Sprinkler Systems 2013 Edition
4. NFPA 70 - National Electrical Code (NEC), 2017 Edition
5. NFPA 72 - National Fire Alarm Code, 2013 Edition
6. SAES-B-014 - Safety Requirements for Plant and Operations Support Buildings, 2 January 2018
7. SAES-M-100 - Saudi Aramco Building Code, 01 Jan 2018
8. SAEP-1636 - Installation Check out Plan -16 October 2017
ATTACHMENTS:
1. Attachment 1: Cable Insulation Resistance Test Before Installation
2. Attachment 2: Visual Inspection of the Installation of Junction Boxes and Cable ways
3. Attachment 3: Visual Inspection of Instruments Installation
4. Attachment 4: Visual Inspection of the Installation of Local and Control Room Panels
5. Attachment 5: Function Alarm of Fire Alarm Panel (as one system)
6. Attachment 6: Ground Rod Network Earth Resistance Measurement-
NOTES:

1. Approved - Acceptable to the authority having jurisdiction (i.e., Saudi Aramco ID).
2. Identified - Recognizable as suitable for the specific application by a qualified testing laboratory (i.e., listing and/or labeling).
3. Listed - Equipment and materials included in a list published by an approved qualified organization concerned with evaluation of products or
services, that maintains periodic inspection of production of listed equipment or materials or periodic evaluation of services, and whose listing states
that the equipment, material, or services either meets appropriate designated standards or has been tested and found suitable for a specified purpose.
4. Labeled - Equipment or materials to which has been attached a label, symbol, or other identifying mark of an approved qualified organization
concerned with product evaluation, that maintains periodic inspection of production of labeled equipment or materials, and by whose labeling the
manufacturer indicates compliance with appropriate standards or performance in a specified manner.
Contractor / Third-Party Saudi Aramco

Construction Representative* PMT Representative
Work is Complete and Ready for Inspection: T&I Witnessed QC Record Reviewed Work Verified
Name, Initials and Date: Name, Initials and Date:
QC Inspector PID Representative

Performed Inspection Work / Rework May Proceed T&I Witnessed QC Record Reviewed Work Verified
Name, Initials and Date: Name, Initials and Date:
QC Supervisor Proponent and Others

Quality Record Approved: T&I Witnessed QC Record Reviewed Work Verified
Name, Organization,
Name, Sign and Date:
Initials and Date:
*Person Responsible for Completion of Quality Work / Test Y = YES N = NO F = FAILED

SAUDI ARAMCO ID/PIEU-24-July-2018 - REV.2018.06.00 (Standards Cutoff - June 30,2018) Rev.2018.06.00 30-Jun-18
Attachment 1: Cable Insulation Resistance Test Before Installation


Attachment 2: Visual Inspection of the Installation of Junction Boxes and Cable Ways


Attachment 3: Visual Inspection of Instruments Installation


Attachment 4: Visual Inspection of the Installation of Local and Control Room Panels


Attachment 5: Function Alarm of Fire Alarm Panel (as one system)


Attachment 6: Ground Rod Network Earth Resistance Measurement


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SAUDI ARAMCO USE ONLY

SAUDI ARAMCO INSPECTION LEVEL CONTRACTOR INSPECTION LEVEL

Fire Alarm System Certification: Fire Alarm System shall be certified by

As Designed - Fire Alarm System and accessories shall be in accordance

Fire Detection System Commissioning:

Before pre commissioning, panel sections shall be opened up and

Contractor to Provide: Written certification from the designer that the

Contractor to Provide: For air aspirated high sensitivity smoke detection

Contractor to Provide: Programming documentation for the fire alarm SAES-B-014

Saudi Aramco: Company General Use

Contractor to Provide: Operating and programming manuals for the SAES-B-014

Access to Electrical Equipment Behind Panels Designed to Allow

Mechanical Execution of Work: Fire alarm circuits shall be installed in a SAES-B-014

Conductor Materials: SAES-B-014

Multiconductor non–power-limited fire alarm circuit cables, Types NPLFP,

Cables and conductors installed exposed on the surface of ceilings and

Verify that cables are attached to structural components by straps,

Fire Alarm Circuit Identification: Fire alarm circuits shall be identified at

Fire Alarm with Power-Supply Circuits: Powersupply and fire alarm

C Visual Inspection of Different Accessories of the System

Saudi Aramco: Company General Use

Inspection of Instruments and Sensors (Field rack rooms and

Inspection of the Fire Alarm Panel ( or Enclosure) and Accessories:

For air aspirated high sensitivity smoke detection systems utilizing

Saudi Aramco: Company General Use

Contractor / Third-Party Saudi Aramco

QC Inspector PID Representative

QC Supervisor Proponent and Others

*Person Responsible for Completion of Quality Work / Test Y = YES N = NO F = FAILED

Saudi Aramco: Company General Use

Attachment 1: Cable Insulation Resistance Test Before Installation

Saudi Aramco: Company General Use

Saudi Aramco: Company General Use

Saudi Aramco: Company General Use

Saudi Aramco: Company General Use

Attachment 3: Visual Inspection of Instruments Installation

Saudi Aramco: Company General Use

Saudi Aramco: Company General Use

Saudi Aramco: Company General Use

Saudi Aramco: Company General Use

Attachment 5: Function Alarm of Fire Alarm Panel (as one system)

Saudi Aramco: Company General Use

Saudi Aramco: Company General Use

Attachment 6: Ground Rod Network Earth Resistance Measurement

Saudi Aramco: Company General Use

Saudi Aramco: Company General Use

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