METHOD STATEMENT FOR WATER FILTRATION SYSTEM INSTALLATION, TESTING AND COMMISSIONING

INDEX

1. METHOD STATEMENT

2. INSPECTION & TESTING PLAN

3. RISK ASSESMENT

4. CHECK LIST

Page 1 of 10
METHOD STATEMENT FOR WATER FILTRATION SYSTEM INSTALLATION, TESTING AND COMMISSIONING

Table of content

1. Scope & Objectives

2. Reference
3. Access/Egress
4. Logistics
5. Health and Safety Hazards
6. Definitions
7. Responsibilities/Supervision
8. Procedures/Method to be Employed
9. Manpower Requirements & Supervision
10. Plant & Equipment Requirement
11. Material Requirement
12. Q.C Approvals and Other Documentation
13. Supporting Documents
14. Distribution
15. Attachments

Page 2 of 10
METHOD STATEMENT FOR WATER FILTRATION SYSTEM INSTALLATION, TESTING AND COMMISSIONING

1. SCOPE & OBJECTIVE

The scope of this method statement is to define the method of installation, testing and
commissioning of water filtration system for Mangrove Hotel, Ras al Khaimah Project in accordance
with the project specification & approved shop drawings and the requirements of checks to be carried
out.

2. REFERENCE
1. Project Specification

2. IFC Drawing

3. Shop drawing

4. Elevation drawing

5. Material Submittal

6. Material Inspection

3. ACCESS/EGRESS

x Safety access shall be provided for the intended works.

x Proper barricades and barriers shall be positioned along the access way to safe entry and exit of
equipment’s & workers.
x Duct control shall be maintained by spraying water at regular interval according to the weather
condition by main contractor

4. LOGISTIC

x All workers and operators shall be inducted on the HSE rules and regulation of the project. E.g.,
speed limit, HSE regulator equipment inspection, PPE, etc.
x Refer to the site logistic plan providing the temporary and permanent access road. Any future
charges in the plan will be accordingly to all concerned parties.
x Passing of the Vehicles with materials and other machinery vehicles need to identified and
appropriate awareness measures need to adopted by operators.

Page 3 of 10
METHOD STATEMENT FOR WATER FILTRATION SYSTEM INSTALLATION, TESTING AND COMMISSIONING

5. HEALTH AND SAFETY HAZARDS

x Specific safety measures have to follow as applicable, and all the safety
measures are covered separately in the project safety plan.

Hazards:
x Falling of material
x Chemical fumes
x water leakage
x Loose Material
x Skin burn and hot surface

A) Safety lighting

x Adequate lighting to be provided to work location at night time

x All the electrical accessories will be in industrial type.
x All the cables will be buried / above head.
x All the buried cables to be marked on the ground with signs & on redline drawings.

B) Task lighting

x Connected cables to be secured/tied properly to avoid trip hazards.

x In addition to the fixing lightings, portable light will be on standby.
x All electrical fittings used will confirm to industrial standards.

C)Emergency arrangements

x Contact numbers of personnel concerned to be displayed in the designated HSE

bulletin board.
x Emergency response team to be standby. All emergency contact people are posted
around the project and are discussed during site safety meeting.

D)Risk analysis

x Please refer attachment risk analysis

Page 4 of 10
METHOD STATEMENT FOR WATER FILTRATION SYSTEM INSTALLATION, TESTING AND COMMISSIONING

6. DEFINITIONS
Client - M/s Secure Engineering LLC

Project Management - M/s Accurate Project Management (APM)

Project consultant -M/s ATKINS. (ATK)

Main contractor - M/s Chief Contracting LLC (CC)

MEP Contractor - M/s Electron Group LLC (EEM)

7.RESPONSIBILTY/ SUPERVISION

x The client has major to play in promotion of a systematic approach to the management of
project and health & safety in construction.

x The Consultant major role to play monitor the project weather it is done according to
project specification, and giving approval for all shop drawing and materials submittal and
inspection of all work which is done by contractor at site

x The main contractor is a manager and possibility also tradesman that is employed by a
client, usually upon the advice of the projects architect or engineer. Main Contractor is
responsible for the overall coordination of a project. Main contractor must first assess the
project-specific documents (referred to as a bid, proposal, or tender documents).in the case
of renovations, a site visit is required to get a better understanding of the project

x The sub-contractors responsible for installation & testing & commissioning for all work to be
done at site perform either a portion or all of the work. Main contractors hire for specialized
works.

x The MEP Manager is over all responsible for the implementation of method of statement
and ensure his team of engineers and foreman are aware of this method of statement and all
the resources (Labor, material and equipment’s), Manufacturers representative are available
to carry out the work as planned and without any delays.

x The Project Engineer is responsible for to carry out the work as per approved shop
drawing, method of statement, HSE procedure. He also responsible to ensure adequate
manpower, equipment’s and materials from supplier/sub-contractor for the planned work.

Page 5 of 10
METHOD STATEMENT FOR WATER FILTRATION SYSTEM INSTALLATION, TESTING AND COMMISSIONING

x The Safety Officer is Responsible to ensure that all the safety precaution is in place, and
that all personnel on the site are using the required Personal Protective Equipment’s like
helmets, Gloves, Shoes and coveralls. He will also ensure all relevant permission are
available for the works

x The Site Engineer is Responsible for Witness the site activities and follow the execution with
Project specification and approved materials and also comply with HSE. He is responsible to
solve technical issue related in sites and arranging the materials and labor appropriate area.

x The Forman is Responsible to coordinate with engineer to follow up the daily site activities
and arranging labors on the required area. He has to involved all the activities in site to push
the work progress with quality.

8.PROCEDURE /METHOD TO BE EMPLOYED

8.1 Storage, Delivery & Handling

x All materials delivered to the site will be inspected by Project Engineer and QAQC Engineer upon arrival for
compliance to the approved submittal and specifications by main contractor and Engineers.
x Once all materials have been cleared for delivery, they shall be off loaded manually and stored within the store
and it will be covered and protected to avoid any type of damages and direct sunlight.
x All material will move from store to the site manually by using forklift / resident crane or manually sufficient
materials will be moved to the site.
x Storage of piping materials shall be on the elevated rack above ground level minimum 300mm. All materials
will be covered & protected on site.
x Ensure proper storing/handling of the pipes, fittings, valves & accessories without damaging the surface and
ensure that the materials are stored in a neat and dry place, as per manufacturer’s recommendation.
x Pipe lengths received will be stacked neatly with smaller pipes placed firmly above the bigger sized pipes with
proper protection provided on floor.
x Ensure that the pipe ends are covered with end caps to avoid entry of dust inside the pipe.
x All materials received at site shall be inspected and approved by consultant prior to shifting it to the site.

8.2. Method of Installation

8.2. A. Chlorine Dosing System for Cold Water

x All the materials used shall be as per approved material submittals.

x Material Inspection request shall be issued for the inspection of the material received and submitted to the
Consultant for their approval.
x All installations shall be according to approved shop drawings and project specifications.
Page 6 of 10
METHOD STATEMENT FOR WATER FILTRATION SYSTEM INSTALLATION, TESTING AND COMMISSIONING

x Drawing plans, schematics, and diagrams indicate general location and arrangement of Drainage piping
system.
x A sampling line with ½” isolation valve to be provided in the discharge line of the circulation pump.
x An injection point for chlorine has to be made in the circulating line after the sampling.
x An isolation valve (½”) to be provided for the injection and a distance of at least 1 meter should be kept
between the sampling line and injection point.
x Install the chlorine controller on the nearby wall using the wall monitoring bracket provided along with the
controller.
x Install the probe housing on the same wall around 0.5 to 1.0 meter below the controller.
x Connect the sampling point and the probe housing using appropriate size tubing or PVC piping.
x Connect the outlet of the probe housing to the nearest drain point or if it can flow back to storage tank, do the
piping up to the tank.
x Place the chemical tank near to the controller, on the clean flat floor.
x Install the dosing point on the chemical tank directly.
x Use appropriate size screws to fix the dosing pumps on the tank.
x Make a 6mm hole on the dosing tank where the dosing pump is fitted to insert the suction tube.
x Insert the transparent 6mm suction tube through this and connect the foot valve to the bottom end of the tube.
Connect the other end the tube to the suction side of the pump using connector set provided along with the
dosing pump.
x Make another 6mm hole for inserting the low level cut off switch. The connector part of the level switch can
be cut for this purpose.
x Secure the low level cut off switch along with the suction tube using a cable tie. Sufficient space has to be left
for the free movement of the float.
x Connect the low level switch cable and the external control cable to the dosing pump using the retro-fitting kit
provided along with the pump.
x Install the injection valve on the isolation valve provided to the injection point and connect the discharge
tubing to the dosing pump using connector set.
x Connect the sampling line to the probe housing and the outlet from probe housing to a nearest drain point or
back to the tank. If the pressure in this line is more than 3 bar, install a PRV in the sampling line before probe
housing.
x Connect the external control cable of the dosing pump to chlorine controller terminals XR2-1&2.
x Install the chlorine sensor in the probe housing and connect the sensor cable to terminals, XE2,XE3 and XE4
observing the colour code mentioned.
x Connect the power supply to the controller on XP1-N and L
x Connect the power supply to the dosing pump using the power chord.
x Fill sodium hypochlorite in the chemical tank.
x Prime the dosing pump by running the pump in manual mode.
x Set the controller for the required dosing rate.

Page 7 of 10
METHOD STATEMENT FOR WATER FILTRATION SYSTEM INSTALLATION, TESTING AND COMMISSIONING

8.2. B. Ultra Violet Sterilizer

x All the materials used shall be as per approved material submittals.

x Material Inspection request shall be issued for the inspection of the material received and submitted to the
Consultant for their approval.
x All installations shall be according to approved shop drawings and project specifications.
x Drawing plans, schematics, and diagrams indicate general location and arrangement of Drainage piping
system.
x Identify a approved location for the installation of the sterilizer
x Make sure that there is at least 1.25 m free space on either side of the sterilizer for easy removal of the lamp
and sleeve
x Fix the sterilizer and provide adequate supports
x Do the piping connections to the sterilizer
x Provide detachable joints on either side of the sterilizer
x Isolation valves on both sides and bye pass line are always recommended
x Install the UV ballast near the sterilizer chamber; make sure that the lamp cable will reach the sterilizer as
these cables cannot be extended
x Provide power supply to the controllers (230 V, 1Ø)
x Remove the Quartz sleeve from the casing. Use the hand gloves to hold the sleeve. Avoid touching the sleeve
with bare palms.
x Gently slide the quartz sleeve in to the UV chamber. Make sure that it is moved in parallel to the chamber
x Fix the sleeve using the sleeve holder and O ring
x Once the sleeve is fixed, conduct a leak test under the operating pressure. Release the air from the chamber
through relief points.
x Check for leakages from the chamber, sleeve O ring etc
x Once it is made sure that the system is free of leakages, install the UV lamp inside the Quartz sleeve and
connect it to the controller using the cable provided with the controller
x Switch ON the power supply
x Now the lamp will energize and after the initial warming up period will come to the maximum intensity.
x Now the system is operational
x Check the water quality ( Total Bacterial Count)

8.2. C. Bag Filter

x All the materials used shall be as per approved material submittals.

x Material Inspection request shall be issued for the inspection of the material received and submitted to the
Consultant for their approval.
x All installations shall be according to approved shop drawings and project specifications.
x Drawing plans, schematics, and diagrams indicate general location and arrangement of Drainage piping
system.
x Do the inlet, outlet and drain piping as marked on the filter housing.
x Isolation valves at the inlet, outlet and drain lines are recommended. It is always advisable to have pressure
gauges at the inlet and outlet (Outlet pressure gauge is required only if the feed pump is booster pump).
x A bye pass line is recommended for emergency bye pass.

Page 8 of 10
METHOD STATEMENT FOR WATER FILTRATION SYSTEM INSTALLATION, TESTING AND COMMISSIONING

x We recommend providing unions immediately after the threaded joints of the controller for easy removal and
maintenance
x Isolation valves at the inlet, outlet and drain lines are recommended. It is always advisable to have pressure
gauges at the inlet and outlet (Outlet pressure gauge is required only if the feed pump is booster pump).
x A bye pass line is recommended for emergency bye pass.
x We recommend providing unions immediately after the threaded joints of the controller for easy removal and
maintenance
x Once the piping is complete, remove the tope cover by loosening the swing bolts
x Examine the shell gasket for positioning.
x Put the spring seal assemblies (if provided) to the top of cartridges, put the top seal plate making sure the
individual seal plates are positioned in the top end of each cartridge and tighten down knob.
x Replace the head. Be sure the edge of the head is aligned with the bottom flange. Position the cover clamp.
Replace the T-Bolt and tighten the clamp nut.
x Open inlet valve slowly. Allow top vent to remain open until a steady stream of liquid comes out the vent hole.
Replace vent plug. Check for leaks.
x Your filter is now operational

8.2. D. Multimedia Filter

x All the materials used shall be as per approved material submittals.

x Material Inspection request shall be issued for the inspection of the material received and submitted to the
Consultant for their approval.
x All installations shall be according to approved shop drawings and project specifications.
x Drawing plans, schematics, and diagrams indicate general location and arrangement of Drainage piping
system.
x Identify the approved location for installation of softener system as per approved drawing. The floor should be
level and firm with enough access for maintenance
x Select a suitable location for installation of filtration system. The floor should be level and firm with enough
access for maintenance
x Positioning the vessels as per the plinth by using the fork lift
x Before starting of installation, insert riser tubes into vessels, position it at center of bottom dish and mark top
level of the vessel on riser tube
x Cut riser tube at top level (as required length) of the tank. File edges of pipe for easy fixing
x Apply any food grade lubricant on to the internal O ring, riser tube mouth for easy fixing
x Push riser tube into the bottom side of controller and make sure that it is fixed firmly on ‘O’ ring
x Fix controller on top of filter vessel using strap provided.
x There are 3 connecting points on the controller. Do inlet, outlet and drain piping as marked on controller.
x Isolation valves at inlet, outlet and drain lines are recommended. It is always advisable to have pressure gauges
at inlet and outlet
x A bye pass line is recommended for emergency.
x We recommend providing unions immediately after threaded joints of controller for easy removal and
maintenance
x Vacuum breakers (air release valve) to be provided for each vessel at the top most point on inlet line
x Power supply (230V 1Ø) to be provided. For controller valve
Page 9 of 10
METHOD STATEMENT FOR WATER FILTRATION SYSTEM INSTALLATION, TESTING AND COMMISSIONING

x Please complete entire piping and do leak test before loading the media. Make sure that the vessel is half filled
with while loading the media
x Fill filter vessels with water under pressure
x Keep water inside filter vessel for 24 hours
x Check for any leakages from filter vessel/ piping/ fittings etc
x Once it is made sure that the system is free of leakages, remove control valves by opening unions and start
filling filter media. While filling media, make sure to keep the riser tube inside filter vessel and to cover the
mouth of riser tube with masking tape
o For Multimedia filter, start filling the larger pebbles at the bottom, followed by smaller pebbles, coarse sand
and fine sand
x After loading media, remove masking tape and fit the controller back and fix back piping connections
x Switch on power supply and programme the controller for automatic backwash and service cycles
x Set timing and frequency of backwash
x Initiate manual backwash in the controller. Check the functioning of each cycle
x Now the system is ready to put in operation.
x After satisfactory completion of start-up and the system is put into operation, measure and record the Flow,
Feed pressure & water quality
x Check the quality of outlet water

8.2. E. Duplex Water Softener

x All the materials used shall be as per approved material submittals.

x Material Inspection request shall be issued for the inspection of the material received and submitted to the
Consultant for their approval.
x All installations shall be according to approved shop drawings and project specifications.
x Drawing plans, schematics, and diagrams indicate general location and arrangement of Drainage piping system
x Identify the approved location for installation of softener system as per approved drawing. The floor should be
level and firm with enough access for maintenance
x Before starting of installation, insert riser tubes into FRP vessels, position it at center of bottom dish and mark
top level of the vessel on riser tube
x Positioning the vessels as per the plinth
x Cut the riser tube at desired level from the top level of the tank (It may varies for deferent model of valves)
x Apply any food grade lubricant on to the internal O ring, riser tube mouth for easy fixing
x Fix top strainer (supplied with control valve) at bottom side of controller using pins provided
x Push riser tube into the bottom side of controller and make sure that it is fixed firmly on ‘O’ ring
x Fix controller on top of softener vessel by threading it on to the vessel.
x There are 3 connecting points on the controller. Do inlet, outlet and drain piping as marked on controller.
x Remote flow meter to be installed at the common outlet header but as close to softener vessels as possible.
Make sure that flow meter cable will reach control valve as this cable cannot be extended
x Install brine tank near softener vessels and connect to controllers with flexible tube.
x Provide Isolation valves at inlet, outlet and drain lines. It is always advisable to have pressure gauges at inlet
and outlet
x Provide bye pass line for emergency.
x Sampling point should be provided in the inlet and outlet of both system
Page 10 of 10
METHOD STATEMENT FOR WATER FILTRATION SYSTEM INSTALLATION, TESTING AND COMMISSIONING

x Provide unions immediately after threaded joints of controller for easy removal and maintenance
x Vacuum breakers (air release valve) to be provided for each vessel at the top most point on inlet line
x Power supply (230V 1Ø) to be provided for controller valve
x Please complete entire piping and do leak test before loading softener resin. Make sure that the vessel is half
filled with while loading resin
x Start the resin filling as per the guidelines
x Fill filter vessels with water under pressure
x Keep water inside filter vessel for 24 hours
x Check for any leakages from filter vessel/ piping/ fittings etc
x If any leakages are there please tighten the bottom fittings gently
x Once it is made sure that the system is free of leakages, remove control valves by opening unions and start
filling resin
x While filling resin, make sure to keep the riser tube inside filter vessel and to cover the mouth of riser tube
with masking tape
x After loading resin, remove masking tape and fit the controller back and fix back piping connections
x Switch on power supply and programme the controller for automatic backwash and service cycles
x Set timing and frequency of backwash
x Initiate manual backwash in the controller. Check the functioning of each cycle (Service, Backwash, Brine,
Rapid Rinse, and Brine Tank Refill)
x Now the system is ready to put in operation.
x After satisfactory completion of start-up and the system is put into operation, measure and record the Flow,
Feed pressure & water quality
x Check the quality of outlet water

9. MANPOWER REQUIREMENTS

x MEP Manager
x Project Engineer
x Mechanical Engineer
x QA/QC Engineer
x Safety officer

10 MATERIAL REQUIREMENT

10.1. Chlorine Dosing System Comprising of:

Prominent D1C Chlorine Controller

Type: D1CBW00601000V01011M2200
Power Supply: 90-253 VAC, 50/60 Hz Wall Mount Installation
Chlorine Sensor CLB 1-mA-10 ppm, Part No. 1033879
Control Cable for the Sensor, 2 core, 5m
Sensor Probe Housing; DGMA301T000

Page 11 of 10
METHOD STATEMENT FOR WATER FILTRATION SYSTEM INSTALLATION, TESTING AND COMMISSIONING

Prominent Concept plus Solenoid Driven Pump

Type: CNPB0705PPT200AA1001EN
Capacity: 5.2 Ltr/hr Max. @ 7 Bar
Power Supply: 100-230 VAC, 50 Hz
With Injection Valve, Foot Valve & Tubing (2m Suction+ 5m Discharge)
Chemical Tank, 140 Litres Capacity
Low Level Cut off Switch
Make & Origin: Prominent, Germany
Sodium Hypochlorite (12-15%) ---Start-up Chemicals
Packing: 30 kgs/drum

10.2. Ultra Violet Sterilizer (Flow Rate: 3.03 LPS/10.908 m³/hr) - For Main Kitchen

No. Ultra Violet Sterilizer, Each No. Comprising of:

Model : EC1-12LCD-P
Flow Rate : 3.03 LPS/10.908 m³/hr (For Each UV Unit)
Unit : SS316L
Dosage Rate : 30 mJ/cm² (min)
Operating Pressure : 10 Bars (Max)
Complete with 4-20 mA BMS Output, UV Intensity Monitor/Sensor and Audible Alarm
Make & Origin : ESCO, UK

10.3. Bag Filter (Flow Rate: 3.03 LPS/10.908 m³/hr) - For Main Kitchen

Bag Filter (10 Micron), Each No. Comprising of:

Model : BFS-4C-316L
Capacity : 3.03 LPS/10.908 m³/hr (For Each Filter)
Inlet/Outlet : 1.5”
Operating Pressure : 10 Bar (Max)
Material of Construction : SS316L
Origin : USA

10.4. Multimedia Filter (Flow Rate: 15 LPS/54 m³/hr) - Filter 02

Multimedia Filter Comprising of:
FRP Vessel (63” Diameter x 67” Height)
WS3 Fully Automatic Filter Control Valve Size: 3”I/O
Media (Sand, Gravel & Layer of Anthracite etc)
Distribution System
Flow Rate : 15 LPS/54 m³/hr (For Each Filter)
Filter Design : 30 m/hr (Filter Velocity)
Operating Pressure : 8.5 bar (max), 3-4 bar (min)
Inlet/Outlet : 3”
Make & Origin : Valves: Clack, USA
Vessels: Pentair, Europe

Page 12 of 10
METHOD STATEMENT FOR WATER FILTRATION SYSTEM INSTALLATION, TESTING AND COMMISSIONING

10.5. Duplex Water Softener (Flow Rate: 15 LPS/54 m³/hr) - WS01

Water Softener (Operation: Duty/Standby) Comprising of:

Carbon Steel Vessel (42” Diameter x 60” Height)
WS3 Fully Automatic Duplex Softener Control Valve, 3" Inlet/Outlet
Cation Resin (950 Liters in Each Vessel)
Distribution System
Brine Tank, 400 Gallons Capacity
Flow Rate : 15 LPS/54 m³/hr (For Each)
Inlet/Outlet : 3” Each
Operating Pressure : 2.5 bar (min); 8.5 bar (max)
Output between regeneration based on 100 ppm
Total Hardness of Raw Water: 475 m³
Make & Origin : Valves: Clack, USA
Vessels: Water Bird, UAE

11 EQUIPMENT REQUIREMENT

x Drilling Machine
x Scaffolding & Ladders
x Pipe fitter’s tool box
x Spirit level and level threads
x Chain block pulley
x Fork Lift & Hydraulic Trolley
x Water Analysis Kit

12 QC APPROVAL AND OTHER DOCUMENTARY REQUIREMENT

Follow Approved ITP

13 SUPPORTING DOCUMENTATION

This method of statement should be read in Conjunction with the below referenced
documentation

x Contract Specification and drawing

x Project Quality Plan
x Project HSE Plan
x All Attached Drawing and Work plan.
Page 13 of 10
METHOD STATEMENT FOR WATER FILTRATION SYSTEM INSTALLATION, TESTING AND COMMISSIONING

14 DISTRIBUTIONS

Copies of this method of statement have also been issued to the following for information
/action/comments

x MEP Manager
x Project Engineer
x HSE Engineer
x QA/QC Engineer

15 ATTACHEMENTS

x Risk Assessment
x Check List

Page 14 of 10