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RESIDENT ENGINEER
DATE :
Distribution:
Head Office Client QS Others
METHOD STATEMENT
FOR
PURPOSE
SCOPE OF WORK
REFERENCE DOCUMENTS
RESPONSIBILITY
PROCEDURES
QA/QC RECORDS
SAFETY REQUIREMENTS
REFERENCES
ATTACHMENTS
1.0 PURPOSE
The purposes of Method Statement specify the requirements and procedures for the
installation of VAV.
This Method Statement specify the requirements and procedures for the installation of
VAV Box.
3.0 REFERENCES
Approved shop drawings / Material submittal
Local Authority Guidelines and Regulations
Contract specification and documents
Being a leader of MEP Team. Project Manager will be overall responsible for all MEP activities,
including these above-mentioned Installation activities.
Project Manager
Have a full authority and overall responsibility to manage, supervise, control the works and
have direct responsibility for ensuring safe working practices and compliance with
regulatory authorities' requirements, co-ordinate with engineers for execution of the
Contract Scope of Works. Implement the project quality systems to the satisfaction of the
project requirements.
Review changes and variations to evaluate impact of those on time and schedule.
Overall site supervision shall be the responsibility of the Supervising Engineer, who will
oversee all works pertaining to the ascribed method statement.
Ensure that the works are carried out according to the Contract Specifications
approved method statement and shop drawings.
To provide all necessary information and distribute responsibilities to his
construction team.
Tool Box Talks are performed
Work Method Statement is communicated to the workers performing the scope
of work.
Review Risk Assessment for compliance Communicate the Risk Assessments to
the foreman.
Health and Safety inspection are performed
Work inspection - Issuing notification to the Clients appointed Supervising
Engineer for inspection and clearance.
QA/QC Engineer
Responsible for monitoring and making sure the works are in fulfilment with the
specified requirements, that all quality records related to the works are complete.
Ensure that all installations to be done are as per approved material, approved
layout shop drawing and coordination drawings, approved installation details,
and approved mock-up.
Coordinate and carry out all the inspections with the MEP Coordinators and QA/
QC Engineers andConsulting Engineers.
Safety Officer
Prior to commencing any activity, we will ensure that there will be safe access to work site
and safe place for execution of work.
The labor force shall receive a toolbox talk on the project site safety regulation. Any
process that is adopted that may have a particular safety risk will be assessed and
addressed as required.
Ensure that the proper PPE (safety shoes, helmet, hand gloves, reflected jacket,
hand gloves, welding mask etc.) and safety work permits are available prior to
commence any activities at site.
The Designated safety officer shall have full authority to removed personnel from
the operational areas and/or suspend the work activities should any personnel not
be observing defined safety procedures.
Foreman / Supervisor
The designated Foreman will be accountable to the Supervising Engineer, and shall be
responsible for the efficient organization & control of the assigned operatives and scribed
work activities.
ReviewRisk Assessment for compliance.
Communicate the Risk Assessment
Communicate Tool Box Talks as required and return signed document to Supervising
Engineer.
Work method Statement is communicated to the workers performing the scope of
work.
Health and safety inspection are performed.
Storekeeper
Ensurethat the materials delivered to site shall be as per the material approval.
Check that the material quantity received against the order.
Check that the material received has a proper documentation.
Ensure that the proper storage and identification shall be provided and maintained as per
manufacturer's recommendations.
Ensure that the material inspection has been carried out prior to installation.
6.0 PROCEDURES
MATERIALS
In compiling this method statement, it has been assumed materials to be used in the defined
process will have been subjected to an approval process, and subsequently approved by client’s
nominated representative as per the contractual requirements.
Approved VAV units
Vibration isolator (if applicable)
Threaded Rod, Hangers, Supports
Delivery:
If the VAV is to be transported to site the vehicles used should have a flatbed
free from sharp projections of any kind. Material should from condition during
protect transport.
VAV should not be dropped onto hard surface and should not be the dragged
along ground.
Handling:
Storage:
1. Ensure that the installation of VAV Units shall be as per the approved drawings and
coordinated with other services.
2. Ensure that the material submittal approval (manufactured and installed in accordance
with standard and construction specification).
3. Mark the support locations as per approved drawings/manufacturers details and fix
proper support from steel structure & insure it can handle the weight of the machine.
4. Coordinate with false ceiling and other services before prior to install the VAV’s.
5. Ensure easy accesses and sufficient clearance for servicing and maintenance for VAVs.
6. Lift the VAV and mount the position of VAV properly on the support as per the approved
shop drawings. Sufficient manpower will be engaged for safe lifting &installation.
7. Install VAV Unit with threaded rod, fasteners with lock nut and vibration isolator
approved by the Engineer.
8. Suspend VAV units from structure with elastomeric hangers. Vibration isolator will be
provided in
Order to prevent vibration as per the approved detailed drawing.
9. Adjust the vibration isolator till the unit is uniformly suspended and pitched.
10. Ensure that the installation VAV Units is level and plumb.
11. We will ensure that fixing will be done in approved manner and as per project
specification and manufacturer recommendation.
12. Connect the duct with flexible duct connector ducts as specified in Division. Comply with
safety requirements in UL 1995 for duct connections.
13. Verify locations of thermostats, humidistats, and other exposed control sensors with
Drawings and room details before installation wherever applicable.
14. Electrical connections should be at the nearest accessible point as shown on the approved
shop drawings and according to the regulations.
15. Electrical cabling & wiring to the unit shall be carried out as per manufacturer
recommendation.
16. Refer to the VAV unit wiring diagram before connection. Ensure the grounding connection
is provided.
17. BMS connection shall be done as per the requirements, manufacturer’s
recommendations and as per approved shop drawing.
18. We will provide and ensure the accessibility for future maintenance.
19. Testing and Commissioning including adjusting and demonstration method statement to
be submitted separately.
20. On completion of all works associated with the installation of VAV Units and the QA/QC
Engineer is satisfied with the internal inspection, it will be subjected to the Consultants
inspection and approval.
Defects: If during the inspection any defects or snags are found then these will be cleared immediately
after the inspection or depends to the installation defect and the works re-offered for inspection.
Inspections (Hold Points): All inspection and testing shall be carried to be satisfy the criteria that shall
be the evidence in the relevant inspection documents as detailed in the inspection and test plan.
Records:
Removal Redundant Materials: The Foreman shall ensure that all non-hazardous waste materials are
cleared from the site and disposed it in approved manner.
Should hazardously waste to be identified within the Risk Assessment report then Work Safety Officer
shall define the procedure, and control the safe removal and disposal of the contaminants from the site
full compliance with the Authority requirements.
Environment: Safety Officer to ensure the endeavor reduces emissions and discharges of waste which
are known to have negative effect on the environment.
Safety officers to ensure the safe operation of the equipment and to protect the environment in
compliance with relevant regulations.
Hazardous Materials: The Safety officer and Site Engineer shall establish if hazardous materials will be
used to perform the scope of work.
If Hazardous Materials are used the Risk Assessment must detail the Safe Work Requirements. Material
Safety Data Sheets (MSDS) will be attached to the Risk Assessment and Work Method Statement.
Permit to Work: The Safety Officer shall establish the site permits required to perform the scope of
work.
EMERGENCY PROCEDURE
Fire: In the event of the occurrence of a fire outbreak during the course of the works, the
deployment of the first aid firefighting equipment shall be such as to be able to contain and
neutralize a minor Outbreak. The Safety Officer with coordination to Foreman/Supervisor shall
determine if the site wide fire alarm system should be activated in line with the assigned site
procedures.
Should it not be possible to extinguish the fire with the available equipment, then the
Foreman/Supervisor shall initiate the procedure for the safe evacuation of the site, as defined
within the Main Contractors Site Safety procedural documentation.
It shall be the responsibility of the Foreman/Supervisor to report the incident to the designated
Work Safety Officer.
The Work Safety Officer shall compile a Site Report relating to the incident, and issue the report
to their immediate Project/Construction Manager for the onward transmission to the Main
Contractor and clients Construction Manager.
Accident: In the event of an accident the Foreman/Supervisor shall assess the situation and
determine the most appropriate action to take in order to ensure that the injured party is safe. If
the injury is minor then the Foreman/Supervisor shall assign another operative to accompany the
injured person to the designated site first aid facility.
All accident occurring on the site shall be reported to the designated Work Safety Officer and
reported in the Accident Record Log Book
Emergency Site Evacuation: The evacuation of the site during an emergency shall be dictated by the
Main Contractors designated Site Safety Plan procedural documentation.
9.0 REFERENCES
Approved shop drawings / Material submittal
Local Authority Guidelines and Regulations
Contract specification and documents
11.0 ATTACHMENTS
RISK ASSESEMENT
CAESARS PALACE LUXURY VILLA FIT OUT
BLUEWATERS ISLAND
DUBAI, UNITED ARAB EMIRATES
FOR
Securing the fans properly while lifting Operator must be trained & competent,
Flagman to monitor the movement around work area.
Barricade placed during fans’ lifting Ensure “work at height permit” are obtained
Operatives before work.
Supervisor
Falling materials, collapse of Staff
Lifting the fan for fixing Medium Low Foreman
lifting machine Visitors Ensure the lifting machine is placed on a leveled ground.
Site Eng.
Others
Ensure lifting machine is inspected before use.
• All portable electrical equipment must be PAT tested and color coded. Make sure
the test dates are visible on the equipment.
• Ensure all disk shall be appropriate and expiry date is over.
• Ensure all power tools are in good condition and appropriately maintained
• PTW to be obtained, prior to commencing the task
• Damaged industrial sockets and power cables must be removed.
• Damaged Sockets & cable • Ensure the electrical cable is not damaged and has not been repaired with insulating
insulation. tape or unsuitable connectors.
• Electrocution • Ensure cables from power tools shall be organized so as not to present a tripping
• Electric shock hazard
Use of power tools such • Short circuit & Burns • Only trained competent operatives to operate the power tools. Supervisor
as Grinder/Cutter & Drill • Trip/Fall Operatives and staff Medium • Ensure proper and regular maintenance of equipment that takes account of noise Low Foreman
machine, • Noise • Ensure proper hearing protection always. Site Eng.
• Hearing loss • Make sure people use the right tool for the job and are trained to use it correctly
• Vibration • Ensure defective tools that require maintenance is reported for repair or
• Dust replacement.
• Instruct workers to keep their hands warm and dry, and to not grip a vibrating tool
too tightly.
• Ensuring proper job rotation and limiting time operatives working with power tools
and hand tools.
• Use dust mask
• Ensure proper earth leakage protection is provided.
• All power tools must be 110V to be ensured.
• Slip, trip & fall injuries from
unwanted materials that are • Work areas should be clear from unwanted materials that are scattered
scattered everywhere. everywhere.
• Hand injury from sharp • Always wear suitable hand gloves, eye protection and dust mask when Supervisor
All personnel in the work
Housekeeping objects. Medium transferring/arranging materials and debris. Low Foreman
area
• Fire risk from combustible • Waste disposal must be in designated place. Site Eng.
materials. • Workers are to be aware of uneven ground and natural tripping hazards like as
• Serious injury or first aid case rocks.
incident.
Prepared By : Safeland Electromechanical LLC Checked By : Hennessey LLC Approved By : U+A Architects
Shinos M Bavu
B HVAC Works
1 Ducting work completed as per drawings?
C PPEs
People involved in welding or gas cutting jobs must use the
standard PPEs required for that job
Status of Inspection
We have carried out all necessary inspections and verify that the above items/activities conform to the contract specifications / document.
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