Document : METHOD STATEMENT Ref.
Code : AFS/FD/MS/001
Issue : 01 Date : 2022-12-23 Revision : 01 Date : 01-03-2023
Project Name : Township Development Project-Makandura
Project Number : 073
METHOD STATEMENT OF INSTALLTION OF FIRE DETECTION
Title :
SYSTEMS
CONTENTS
1. Objective
2. Scope
3. Responsibility
4. Materials
5. Tools
6. Methodology
7. Specifications
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1. Objective
The purpose of this method statement is to establish the procedure that would be adopted for handling;
storing, installing, Testing & Commissioning of the Fire Protection and Detection System to ensure that the
work is carried out strictly in accordance with the specifications, documented procedures and approved
drawings.
2. Scope
This method statement applies to the installation of Fire Protection and Detection System. Alpha Fire PVT
LTD will carry out the installation in total compliance to the contract specifications, approved drawings
and to the satisfaction of the Consultants and the local fire authority.
3. Responsibility
Chief Engineer
1. To ensure that all the preparation and application works are carried out according to the Contract
Specification and with the approved shop drawings.
2. To ensure that the progressing of works is carried out according to the planned program and as per the
approved method of statement.
3. To ensure that all the equipment and material required executing the work are available according to the
planned construction program.
4. To co-ordinate with the Main contractor, MEP coordinator, Safety Officer for a safe and proper execution
of the works.
Site Engineer
1. To ensure that the works are carried out according to the Contract Specification, approved method
statement and the approved shop drawings.
2. To provide all necessary information and distribute responsibilities to his construction.
3. To monitor the progress of work in relation with the work program and to report to the Chief Engineer.
4. To co-ordinate with the safety officer and to ensure that the works are carried out in safe practicing
method.
Supervisor
1. The foreman will carry out his duties by maintaining continuous coordination with the site engineer on
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daily basis, and ensure proper distribution of the work force on the required and planned locations.
2. To ensure that his assistant foreman/ charge hand is aware of the job requirements and they have enough
information to carry out their duties properly.
3. To ensure that the daily work is progressing as planned and advice the site engineer of any requirement for
additional resources.
4. To ensure in consultation with the site engineer that the manpower involved in the works are moving as
agreed and planned for the work.
5. To control disposal of waste materials according to the instructions received from the site engineer.
6. To ensure full coordination with the safety officer to maintain safe working and proper house keeping of
the site, following the proved safety measures and further ensure that all his working team are aware of the
same to prevent accident and losses.
7. To inform the site engineer regarding areas ready for inspection.
4. Materials
All required materials will be procured from reputed and approved Suppliers. Technical data pertaining to
the materials and products will be obtained from the Suppliers who quoted for the particular item and
evaluated for compliance to the project specifications. Thereafter, the materials / products conforming to
the specifications will be submitted to the Client / Main Contractor along with all supporting documents
and the Product Approval Form.
On receiving product approval, terms and conditions will be negotiated with the approved Supplier and
the order confirmed in time, allowing adequate lead time requested by the Supplier. Then Preoccupant plan
will be implemented.
When the materials/products are delivered to site, the appropriate Material Receiving & Inspection will be
raised for a joint inspection of the goods received with the Client / Main Contractor, before acceptance. The
approved quantity of the goods will then be taken in to stock and stored safely as recommended by the
manufacturer.
5. Tools
• Laser Type Marking Instrument
• Pipe Thread cutting machine for GI -If required
• Electric Drill machine with Masonry and Metal Drill Bits
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• Angle Grinders
• Mobile Scaffolding & Step Ladders with caster wheels.
• Chain Blocks -If Required
• Hand Tools such as paint brushes, wire brushes, cup brushes, pliers, pipe
wrenches, ring spanners, screw drivers, Allen keys etc.,
• Chop saw machine
• Measuring Tapes
• Insulation Tester (Megger)
• Multi Meter
• Detector Test kit
6. Methodology
6.1 Preparatory work for installation work
• Check for validity of the shop drawings.
• Check for approval from the Client / Main Contractor.
• Check for availability of approved materials in stores.
• Check for availability of adequate trained and experienced Human Resources.
• Check for availability of tools and equipment necessary.
• Check for availability of necessary personal protective equipment.
• Check for availability of work permit wherever applicable.
• Check whether the preceding activity has been completed satisfactorily to commence installation.
• Check whether the work area is free of obstructions that could disrupt the planned performance.
• Check whether the setting out has been approved by the client / Main Contractor.
6.2 Installation of Conduits & Cables
• Check whether the conduits (PVC and GI for Exposed areas) are of the approved quality and
diameters.
PVC Conduit Installation Procedure
Ensure that the civil people have finished ply/post tension work on the slab.
Arrange the approved shop drawings for the area of installation.
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Mark first the wall location for lower floor in slab as per latest Architecture layout so
that it will be easy to locate the drops for MCP, INTERCOM (IF) and any other drops
required for detection system.
Mark the detection points on the slab as per approved Fire detection Layout and fix
proper shape and size of the Circular Box with the help of nail/mess in case of
plywood slab and provide steel bar chairs for fixing the box in case of post tension
slab.
Just after completing the first layer of steel, start pvc conducting work with different
sizes (If) of conduit based on detection system requirements and as per drawings.
Try to avoid the overlapping of conduits and keep some distance between the conduits
for low current and power/Lights.
Just after completing the work tight the conduits with binding wire and mark the
circuit (Loop, Power, and intercom) numbers.
The site Engineer/Foreman should check the proper size of conduit and circular box,
opening size (if), be sure the work is completed as per approved detection shop
drawing.
Before the concrete pouring the PVC conduit installation to be inspected and approved
by consultant/client/contractor
During concrete pouring, keep electricians for taking care of conduit to avoid any
damage by others or dislocation of joints.
Embedded Conduit on Walls
Mark the position of boxes & conduits on the walls according to the approved
drawings.
Chase the wall using appropriate tools. i.e., Hammer drill & chisel….
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Fix the back boxes on their final position. Make sure that the boxes are properly
protected with polystyrene to prevent entry of foreign materials.
Install embedded conduits.
After the works has been inspected, plastering of walls will commence.
• Check and ensure that the GI conduits are free of impurities, obstructions and defects, inside and
outside (ie surfaces, ends, profiles etc.,)
• Check from records and ensure that the external surface of the GI conduits are applied with protective
coatings, if applicable. Note- No any protective application.( Coating,….,etc)
• Mark the conduit route as per the approved shop drawings.
• Mark the positions of saddle clips as approved for GI conduits.
• Drill for wall plugs and fix the approved saddle clips with approved screws
• Assemble the GI conduits with appropriate sockets and junction boxes.
• Embed or bury the PVC conduits as approved, inclusive of appropriate specials and junction
boxes which shall be connected using solvent cements of approved quality.
• Draw the cables of approved quality and size through the conduits using suitable draw wire for the
Detectors, Call Points, Alarm Sounders and Modular.
• Ensure that the number of cables drawn through a conduit does not exceed the maximum permitted.
• Lay the cables on the trays and ladders and fix them using correct type and size of approved cable
ties.-*special areas will be applied-If & Can lay the cable through the ELV tray or any...( Fire Resistant
cable will be laid separately ),If access is not there
6.3 Testing of the Cables
• Test each cable for insulation under the 250V supply for insulation resistivity using a calibrated
insulation tester (Megger).
• Test each cable for continuity using a Buzzer/Multi-meter in good working order.
• Ensure that all cables that fail one or both of the above two tests are replaced promptly.
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6.4 Installation of Detectors and Control Panels
• Check and ensure that the Smoke and Heat Detectors, Manual Call Points, Alarm S o u n d e r ,
Control Panel ( W a l l m o u n t e d ) and Modular comply with the approved quality standards.
• Check and ensure that the locations are correct as per the approved shop drawings.
• Install the appropriate Detectors, Call Points, Alarm Sounders, Fire Alarm Control Panel( Wall
mounted), Modular etc., as recommended by the manufacturers with proper termination methods
and proper connectors in accordance with the layout and shop drawings.
Note- All smoke detector, MCP, Sounder cover will be kept until finish the site cleaning.
• Ensure that the brackets used are in accordance with the approved shop drawings and the
recommendations of the manufacturers.
• Ensure that the installation is carried out with qualified and experienced technicians.
6.5 Testing, Programming and Commissioning
• Address the Detectors as per approved drawings.
• Check the operation of each Detector, Manual Call Point, Alarm Bell and modular, individually.
• Check the operation of the Fire Detection System as a complete system.
• Check the all devices location, according to the AS Built Drawings.
• Check the Identification labels for Cables, Detectors …. etc.).
7. Specifications
• Approved shop drawings
• Contract specifications
• Material/ Product approvals
• Approved method statements
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COMMENTS:
Approved By :
Designation :
Company :
Signature :
Date :
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