TABLE OF CONTENTS
1. Executive Summary 3
2. Test Prerequisites 3
2.1. Sub-Contractor Prerequisites 3
3. Test Information 6
3.1. Overview 6
3.2. Test Procedure 6
4. Instrumentation 6
5. Staffing 7
6. Safety Aspects & Permit To Work Requirements 7
7. Appendices 8
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1. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
This Black Building IST Testing Method Statement has been prepared by AE ARMA-ELEKTROPANC for
the MEP works undertaken by BAKU BOULEVARD HOTEL PROJECT.
This Method Statement has been prepared to record the operation, performance and integration of the
installed fire life safety systems during an emergency or electrical failure / part failure scenario.
The testing will consist of a number of different subsequent tests under various power configurations. The
testing that will be carried out ensures that the generator backed systems function correctly during a power
failure, and also that all the various systems restart after mains power restoration without going into alarm
or fault mode.
Once a test is completed, the attached sample test sheet can be filled out with the test data gathered from
the logs exported.
2. TEST PREREQUISITES
The Contractor’s T&C for Mechanical/Electrical Group has the overall responsibility for the implementation
of this Method Statement.
The Contractor’s T&C MEP Coordinator will ensure that the resources are available to carry out the works
as per approved drawings, method of statement, and work as scheduled.
The Contractor’s Site Engineer/Supervisor is responsible to ensure that the work has been carried out as
per approved drawings, method statements and assist inspection.
The Contractor’s commissioning technician/s is responsible to ensure that they are abiding the method of
statement to achieve the required data as per equipment schedule and project specification.
The Contractor Safety Officer will assist in all issues related to the HSE.
All of the system documentation and record drawings shall be available for reference, additionally there
should be back up of the latest system configurations of all fire panels.
2.1 SUB-CONTRACTOR PREREQUISITES
Borusan – Emergency Generator
All interfaces proven.
All switchboards and supplies are energized.
Any required keys available.
AE Arma-Elektropanc – Electrical
All essential switchboards and supplies energized.
All ATS switches must be set up and put on auto mode.
Access control panel functional.
Any required keys/cards to be available.
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Emerson – UPS
All UPS fully commissioned and available.
Any required keys to be available.
Bosch – Access Control
All access control doors fully commissioned.
Access control panel functional.
Any required keys/cards to be available.
Bosch – Fire Alarm Systems
All detectors and modules to be installed in place.
All devices tested & witnessed. Functional tests completed.
All fire alarm panels up and running.
Thermal papers installed in panel printers for printing test data.
Any required keys available for manual call points.
System Air – Air Systems
Smoke systems & AHUs commissioned.
Any required keys available.
Gas Solenoid Valves
All valves commissioned.
Any required keys available.
Schindler – Lifts
All lifts to be available/unlocked/normal mode. Head end PC to be on and available.
Any required keys available.
Preaction System
Preaction system in generator room functional and interfaced with Fire Alarm.
Any required keys/tools available.
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3. TEST INFORMATION
3.1 OVERVIEW
The information provided in the appendix is a guide to the required state of all of the building assets during
the following different conditions simulated for this test, as listed below:
TEST 1
Test 1.a – Building Normal – All Systems Healthy
TEST 2
Test 2.a – MV Power Failure
Test 2.b – MV Off – Emergency Lighting Test During 20 Seconds Synchronisation
Test 2.c – Two Generator Sets Take Over
Test 2.d – One Generator Run Auto On Load
TEST 3
Test 3.a – UPS Online
TEST 4
Test 4.a – Random Cause & Effect Tests on Generator Power
TEST 5
Test 5.a – MV Power Restored – Building Normal
3.2 TEST PROCEDURE
TEST 1
Make sure all systems are healthy with zero fault/warning/alarm.
TEST 2
Simulate a power failure from MV.
Until the generator kicks off, check the emergency lighting on escape routes during 20 seconds
synchronisation.
After 20 seconds complete, verify that two generator sets take over the power.
Verify that only one generator runs according to low load demand.
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TEST 3
Verify that UPS is online and not on bypass.
TEST 4
Perform random Cause & Effect tests in the building while still on generator power. Verify that fire alarm
system and all integrated systems perform as per the latest Cause & Effect Matrix:
1. Activate a flow switch in basement fire detection / evacuation zone
Alarm on Fire Alarm panel
All strobes and sounders in zone activate
HVAC serving zone stops
Access Control on doors releases
Solenoid valves close
Smoke extract and car park ventilation fans start
Fire pumps start
2. Activate a manual call point in ground floor fire detection / evacuation zones
Alarm on Fire Alarm panel
All strobes and sounders in zone activate
HVAC serving zone stops
Access Control on doors releases
Solenoid valve closes
Background music stops
Lighting control activates
Door openers activate
Smoke extract fans start
3. Activate a smoke detector in selected guestroom level
Alarm on Fire Alarm panel
All strobes and sounders in zone activate
HVAC serving zone stops
Access Control on doors releases
TEST 5
Restore MV. Verify that MV takes over the power. Verify that all systems are healthy and building is back
in normal condition.
4. INSTRUMENTATION
Radio Communication
Smoke Detector Tester Pole
Smoke Test Sprays (sufficient amount of cans)
Heat Detector Tester Pole
Key for Manual Call Points
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5. STAFFING
1. Controller: Alasdair Kennedy / AKA, Nebojsa Sremac / Black&White
2. Electrical T&C Engineer: Hasan Ates
3. Mechanical T&C Engineer: Ayten Demirtas
4. FLS Supervisor: Ilkcan Yesilova -- at fire panel with 1 radio
5. Electrical Test Team: Kudret Sen + Recep Akyildiz – at test location with 1 radio, tester and spray
can
6. Mechanical Test Team: Veysel Uludag at fire pump room with 1 radio, Sezgin Yuksel + Yusuf Akca
at FS/ZCV test location with 1 radio
7. Generator Team: Borusan Supervisors at Generator location with 1 radio
6. SAFETY ASPECTS & PERMIT TO WORK REQUIREMENTS
During tests, the personnel involved could be exposed to risks of electrocution or other dangers related
with live working. All personnel will have valid Site Induction and Supervisor signed Permit to Work. Permit
to work or operate the systems will be on place before starting the work.
A team of experienced and well qualified safety officers will be assigned to implement and control the Health
Safety & Environment Plan on site.
7. APPENDICES
1. Fire Cause and Effect Matrix
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