Di Tcp2017 Drainage

TESTING AND COMMISSIONING PROCEDURE
FOR
DRAINAGE INSTALLATION
IN
GOVERNMENT BUILDINGS
OF
THE HONG KONG SPECIAL ADMINISTRATIVE REGION
2017 EDITION
ARCHITECTURAL SERVICES DEPARTMENT

THE GOVERNMENT OF THE HONG KONG SPECIAL ADMINISTRATIVE REGION
PREFACE
This Testing and Commissioning (T&C) Procedure aims to lay down the minimum
testing and commissioning requirements to be carried out on Drainage Installation in
Government Buildings of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region (HKSAR). Such
requirements are applicable to both new installations upon completion and existing ones
after major alteration.
The present edition was developed by the Plumbing and Drainage Specialist
Support Group that was established under the Building Services Branch Technical
Information and Research & Development Committee of the Architectural Services
Department (ArchSD). This T&C Procedure has made reference to the 2017 edition of the
General Specification for Drainage Installation.
With the benefit of information technology, electronic version of this new edition is
to be viewed on and free for download from the ArchSD Internet homepage. As part of the
Government’s efforts to limit paper consumption, hard copies of this T&C Procedure will
not be put up for sale.
The ArchSD welcomes comments on this T&C Procedure at any time since the
updating of this T&C Procedure is a continuous process to tie in with technological
advances.
DISCLAIMER
This T&C Procedure is solely compiled for use on Drainage Installation carried out
for or on behalf of the ArchSD in Government buildings of the HKSAR.
There are no representations, either expressed or implied, as to the suitability of this

T&C Procedure for purposes other than that stated above. The material contained in this
T&C Procedure may not be pertinent or fully cover the extent of the installation in non-
government buildings. Users who choose to adopt this T&C Procedure for their works are
responsible for making their own assessments and judgement of all information contained
here. The ArchSD does not accept any liability and responsibility for any special, indirect
or consequential loss or damages whatsoever arising out of or in connection with the use of
this T&C Procedure or reliance placed on it.
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Page
1. Introduction 1
2. Objectives of the Testing and Commissioning Works 1
3. Scope of the Testing and Commissioning Works 2-4
3.1 Tests and Inspections during Construction
3.2 Functional Performance Tests
3.3 Statutory Tests and Inspections
3.4 Documentation and Deliverables
3.5 Other Requirements
4. Testing and Commissioning Procedures 4-19
4.1 Foul Water Drainage Installation – Underground System
4.1.1 Water Test

4.1.2 Air Test
4.2 Foul Water Drainage Installation – Aboveground System
4.2.1 Water Test

4.2.2 Air Test
4.2.3 System Performance Test
4.3 Surface Water Drainage Installation – Underground System
4.3.1 Water Test

4.3.2 Air Test
4.4 Surface Water Drainage Installation – Aboveground System
4.4.1 Air Test

4.5 Sump/Sewage Water Pump Installation
4.5.1 Pump
4.5.2 Hydraulic Testing for Sump/ Sewage Water Pipework
System
4.6 Calibrated Equipment/ Instruments
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Page 1 of 2 2017 Edition
Annex
Annex Page
Annex I Testing and Commissioning Progress Chart for Drainage 1-2
Installation
Annex II Testing and Commissioning Certificate on Drainage Installation 1-14
Part 1: Details of Project
Part 2: Declaration
Part 3: Items Inspected and Tested
3.1 Underground Drainage System

3.2 Above Ground Drainage System
3.3 Sump/Sewage Water Pump Installation
Part 4: Test Record attached to the Test Certificate
4.1 Test Data
Annex III List of Calibrated Equipment/ Instruments Necessary for the 1

Testing and Commissioning Works
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Testing and Commissioning Procedure for
Drainage Installation
1. Introduction
The procedures stated in this Testing and Commissioning (T&C) Procedure cover the
activities in preliminary tests and inspections, functional performance tests and the
commissioning of newly completed installations and existing ones after major
alteration. They are so compiled to facilitate the work of Project Building Services
Engineer (PBSE) and Project Site Staff, who are appointed as the Supervising officer’s
Representatives, in the following aspects with respect to testing and commissioning :-
(a) To vet and approve the T&C procedures proposed and submitted by the contractor
for the Drainage Installation (Drainage Contractor);
(b) To witness those T&C procedures as specified; and
(c) To accept the T&C certificates and other supporting data.
The Drainage Contractor shall carry out the T&C works as detailed in this T&C
Procedure. Supplementary T&C plans may be proposed by the Drainage Contractor as
appropriate and agreed by PBSE, e.g. for special equipment supplied and/or installed by
the Drainage Contractor.
The administrative requirements for T&C works are in general as specified in the
General Specification for Drainage Installation 2017 Edition and all current
corrigenda/amendments thereto published before the date of first tender invitation for
the Contract issued by the ArchSD (the General Specification).
All words and expressions shall have the meaning as assigned to them under the
General Specification unless otherwise specified herein.
2. Objectives of the Testing and Commissioning Works
The objectives of the T&C works are:-
(a) To verify proper functioning of the equipment/system after installation;
(b) To verify that the performance of the installed equipment/systems meet with the
specified design intent and statutory requirements, if any, through a series of tests
and adjustments; and
(c) To capture and record performance data of the whole installation as the baseline
for future operation and maintenance.
For the avoidance of doubt, depending on the specific demands of individual

installation, the PBSE may require additional or substitute T&C works in regard to any
elements in the Installations other than those indicated in this T&C Procedure.
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3. Scope of the Testing and Commissioning Works
3.1 Tests and Inspections during Construction
The purpose of these tests is to ensure that all components and systems are in a
satisfactory and safe condition before start up. Preliminary adjustment and setting
of equipment at this stage shall also be carried out at the same time to pave way
for the coming functional performance tests.
Before carrying out any test, the Drainage Contractor shall ensure that the
Installations comply with all relevant statutory requirements and regulations. The
T&C works shall also comply with all site safety regulatory requirements
currently in force. In particular, the Drainage Contractor shall note the
following:-
(a) Building Ordinance (Cap. 123), and other subsidiary legislation;
(b) Electricity Ordinance (Cap. 406), and other subsidiary legislation;
(c) Code of Practice for the Electricity (Wiring) Regulations published by

EMSD;
(d) Occupational Safety and Health Ordinance (Cap. 509), and other subsidiary
legislation made under the Ordinance;
(e) Factories and Industrial Undertakings Ordinance (Cap. 59), and other
subsidiary legislation made under the Ordinance, including but not limited
to Construction Sites (Safety) Regulations;
(f) Electricity supply rules of the relevant power supply companies;
(g) Code of Practice for Prevention of Legionnaires’ Disease; and
(h) Relevant Practice Notes on Drainage Works to all Authorised Persons issued
by Buildings Department.
(i) Buildings Energy Efficiency Ordinance (Cap 610)
3.2 Functional Performance Tests
The purpose of functional performance tests is to demonstrate that the

Installations can meet the functional and performance requirements as specified in
the Specification. Functional performance tests shall proceed from the testing of
individual components to the testing of different systems in the Installations.
The Drainage Contractor may have to make temporary modifications as the tests
proceed. The specific tests required and the order of tests will vary depending on
the type and size of systems, number of systems, sequence of construction,
interface with other installations, relationship with the building elements and
other specific requirements as indicated in the Specification. The testing of
systems may have to be carried out in stages depending on the progress of work
or as proposed by the Drainage Contractor.
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Any performance deficiencies revealed during the functional performance tests
must be evaluated to determine the cause. After completion of the necessary
corrective measures, the Drainage Contractor shall repeat the tests.
If any test cannot be completed because of circumstances that are beyond the
control of the Drainage Contractor, it shall be properly documented and reported
to the PBSE, who shall then liaise with the relevant parties to resolve the
situation. The Drainage Contractor shall resume his testing work immediately
upon the attainment of a suitable testing environment.
3.3 Statutory Tests and Inspections
The Drainage Contractor shall arrange for statutory inspection by the Statutory
Compliance Checking Unit (SCCU) of ArchSD, except for Design & Build
Contracts, all underground pipework before it is backfilled or covered up or prior
to concreting on any pipework to be embedded in any structure elements or
concealed on any pipework by architectural features which cannot be easily
removed for inspection after their installation.
The statutory test and inspection herein stated in this T&C Procedure shall make
reference to the following regulations and practice notes:-
(a) Relevant Regulations under the Building (Standards of Sanitary Fitments,

Plumbing, Drainage Works and Latrines) Regulations, subsidiary legislation
under Buildings Ordinance (Cap. 123);
(b) Relevant Practice Notes for Authorised Persons, Registered Structural

Engineers and Registered Geotechnical Engineers (i.e. PNAP), and Practice
Notes for Registered Contractors issued by Buildings Department;
(c) Relevant Practice Notes on Drainage Works to all Authorised Persons issued
by Buildings Department.
3.4 Documentation and Deliverables
The Drainage Contractor shall submit his proposed T&C procedures together with
the Testing and Commissioning Progress Chart as shown in Annex I to PBSE for
approval.
All inspection and T&C results shall be recorded by the Drainage Contractor in
the appropriate test record forms. A complete set of these forms can be found in
Annex II.
Data recorded in other formats may also be acceptable subject to prior approval of
the PBSE. Upon completion of all the required T&C works, the Drainage
Contractor shall complete and sign a testing and commissioning certificate as
shown in Annex II to the effect that the agreed T&C works have been duly carried
out.
A functional performance test report covering all measured data, data sheets, and
a comprehensive summary describing the operation of the system at the time of
the functional performance tests shall be prepared and submitted to the PBSE.
Deviations in performance from the Specification or the design intent shall be
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recorded, with a description and analysis included.
Where required in the Specification, the Drainage Contractor shall conduct a final
evaluation of the performance of the Installations, the results of which shall be
included in the commissioning report.
3.5 Other Requirements
3.5.1 Systems shall be properly commissioned to demonstrate that all the

equipment deliver the designed capacities and that water flow rate is properly
balanced in accordance with the design. Prior to any commissioning works,
the Drainage Contractor shall check the completion of the associated
builder’s work and the building services installations, to ensure that
commissioning can be proceeded without obstruction.
Where necessary, after the proper testing and commissioning of the

Installations, the Drainage Contractor shall notify the appropriate authority as
specified in the Specification, through the PBSE of the completion of the
Installations and its readiness for final inspection.
3.5.2 All aspects of the commissioning procedure shall follow the

recommendations including but not limited to:-
(a) Preliminary checks to ensure that all systems and system

components are in a satisfactory and safe condition before
commencement;
(b) Preliminary adjustment and setting of the system components

consistent with eventual design performance;
(c) Final regulation and demonstration that the installation delivers the
correct rate of flow of fluids at the conditions specified in the
Contract documents.
3.5.3 Progressive Commissioning
The Drainage Contractor shall not wait for completion of every part of the
work but shall arrange for a progressive commissioning programme to
achieve practical overall completion and have the whole work ready to be
handed over by a date to suit the Contract completion date or any other
agreed programme date.
4. Testing and Commissioning Procedures
4.1 Foul Water Drainage Installation – Underground System
4.1.1 Water Test
(a) Scope and Applicability
The scope of the test is to verify effective performance of the

complete pipelines which comprise pipes, manholes, chambers
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and/ or structures against leakage. During the test, pipelines will
be filled with water under an approved test pressure and time
interval. The loss of water inside the pipelines will be recorded
and compared with the maximum permissible loss. The result will
be used to reflect the performance of the pipelines against water
leakage.
The test shall be applicable for pipelines with internal diameter up
to and including 300mm.
(b) Test Pressure
Test pressure of 1.5m head shall be applied at high end of the

pipelines under test, while test pressure at low end shall not
exceed 6m head. Steeply graded pipes shall be tested by dividing
into sections.
(c) Test Interval
Test interval shall be a minimum of 30 minutes or otherwise

approved by PBSE.
(d) Procedure
The sequence of test shall be as follows:-

(1) Remove all obstructions, debris and superfluous matter
from the pipelines;
(2) Secure all drain stoppers and/or bags in the end of the
pipelines and all associated branches under test;
(3) Fill water to the pipelines at least two hours before the test
to allow for water absorption;
(4) Record the test pressure at high end and low end upon test
start;
(5) Measure the loss of water inside the pipelines.
(e) Details on Test Certificate
All test certificates shall be signed by the Drainage Contractor

and by the PBSE or his representative who has witnessed the test.
All test certificates shall contain the following particulars:-
- Date of test
- Weather
- Temperature
- Test pressure
- Test interval
- Part-plan drawing identifying pipelines under test
- Result of test
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- Name of Drainage Contractor’s representative in charge of
test
- Name of Supervising Officer’s Representative at witness the
test
4.1.2 Air Test

pipelines against leakage. During the test, pipelines will be filled
with air under an approved test pressure and time interval. The
loss of air pressure inside the pipelines will be recorded and
compared with the maximum permissible loss. The result will be
used to reflect the performance of the pipelines against leakage.
The test shall be applicable for pipelines with internal diameter

exceeding 300mm.
(b) Test Pressure
Test pressure of 100mm of water shall be applied for the test.
(c) Test Interval

approved by PBSE.
(d) Procedure

from the pipelines;
(2) Seal the end of all the pipelines and associated branches
under test by expanding drain plugs or inflatable canvas or
rubber test bags;
(3) Connect a U-tube manometer to the pipelines;
(4) Inject air to the pipelines at least five minutes before the test
to allow for stabilisation of the air temperature and pressure
inside the pipe;
(5) Measure the air pressure inside the pipelines upon test start;
(6) Measure the loss of air pressure inside the pipelines.
(e) Acceptance criteria
Without further pumping, the head of water should not fall by
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more than 25 mm in a period of 5 minutes for a 100 mm water
gauge test pressure.
(f) Details on Test Certificate

- Date of test
- Weather
- Temperature
- Test pressure
- Test interval
- Result of test
test
test
4.2 Foul Water Drainage Installation – Aboveground System
4.2.1 Water Test

pipelines against leakage. During the test, each drainage stack
will be charged with water at the level below the lowest sanitary
appliances to see if any leakage of water below the lowest
sanitary appliance to be observed.
(b) Procedure
(1) Seal the lower end of the pipeline being tested with plugs;
(2) Fill the pipeline with water to flood level of the lowest
sanitary appliance at least five minutes to see if any leakage
of water to be observed;
(c) Details on Test Certificate

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- Date of test
- Weather
- Temperature
- Part-plan drawing identifying drain points and pipelines
under test
- Result of test
test
test
4.2.2 Air Test

with air under an approved test pressure and time interval
applicable to each drainage stack at the level above the lowest
sanitary appliance. The loss of air pressure inside the pipelines
will be recorded and compared with the maximum permissible
loss. The result will be used to reflect the performance of the
pipelines against leakage.
(b) Test Pressure
(c) Test Interval

approved by PBSE.
(d) Procedure
(1) Fully charge with the water seals of all the sanitary
appliances;
(2) Seal the end of all the pipelines with plugs at the pipeline
being tested;
inside the pipe;
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- Date of test
- Weather
- Temperature
- Test pressure
- Test interval
- Result of test
test
test

whole aboveground drainage system. During the test, water will
be discharged from selected drain points to demonstrate the actual
operation condition that water would be discharged
simultaneously into the foul water drainage system during
operational condition. Visual check on the whole drainage system
will be carried out for any back-flowing. The result will be used
to reflect whether the capacity of the foul water drainage system
is adequate.
(b) Drain Point Selection
The number of drain points that will discharge simultaneously

into foul water drainage system depends on nature and usage of
the building under construction. The Drainage Contractor shall
submit a T&C plan indicating quantity and location of drain
points to be discharged for PBSE’s approval prior to the
performance test.
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(c) Procedure

from the drain points and pipelines;
(2) Discharge water into the selected drain points from water
storage vessel simultaneously;
(3) Visual check the whole drainage system for any back-
flowing.
(d) Details on Test Certificate

- Date of test
- Weather
- Temperature
under test
- Result of test
test
test
4.3 Surface Water Drainage Installation – Underground System
4.3.1 Water Test

complete pipelines which comprise pipes, manholes, chambers
and/ or structures against leakage. During the test, pipelines will
be filled with water under an approved test pressure and time
interval. The loss of water inside the pipelines will be recorded
and compared with the maximum permissible loss. The result will
be used to reflect the performance of the pipelines against water
leakage.
The test shall be applicable for pipelines with internal diameter up

to and including 300mm.
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(b) Test Pressure
Test pressure of 1.5m head shall be applied at high end of the

pipelines under test, while test pressure at low end shall not
exceed 6m head. Steeply graded pipes shall be tested by dividing
into sections.
(c) Test Interval

approved by PBSE.
(d) Procedure

from the pipelines;
(2) Secure all drain stoppers and/or bags in the end of the
pipelines and all associated branches under test;
(3) Fill water to the pipelines at least two hours before the test
to allow for water absorption;
(4) Record the test pressure at high end and low end upon test
start;
(5) Measure the loss of water inside the pipelines.

- Date of test
- Weather
- Temperature
- Test pressure
- Test interval
- Result of test
test
test
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4.3.2 Air Test

with air under an approved test pressure and time interval. The
loss of air pressure inside the pipelines will be recorded and
compared with the maximum permissible loss. The result will be
used to reflect the performance of the pipelines against leakage.
The test shall be applicable for pipelines with internal diameter
exceeding 300mm.
(b) Test Pressure
(c) Test Interval

approved by PBSE.
(d) Procedure

from the pipelines;
(2) Seal the end of all the pipelines and associated branches
under test by expanding drain plugs or inflatable canvas or
rubber test bags;
inside the pipe;

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- Date of test
- Weather
- Temperature
- Test pressure
- Test interval
- Result of test
test
test
4.4 Surface Water Drainage Installation – Aboveground System
4.4.1 Air Test

with air under an approved test pressure and time interval
applicable to each drainage stack at the level above the lowest
drain outlet(s). The loss of air pressure inside the pipelines will be
recorded and compared with the maximum permissible loss. The
result will be used to reflect the performance of the pipelines
against leakage.
(b) Test Pressure
(c) Test Interval

approved by PBSE.
(d) Procedure
(1) Fully charge with the water seals of all the sanitary
appliances;
(2) Seal the end of all the pipelines with plugs at the pipeline
being tested;
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inside the pipe;

- Date of test
- Weather
- Temperature
- Test pressure
- Test interval
- Result of test
test
test

whole aboveground drainage system. During the test, water will
be discharged from selected drain points to demonstrate the actual
operation condition that water would be discharged
simultaneously into the storm water drainage system during
operational condition. Visual check on the whole drainage system
will be carried out for any back-flowing. The result will be used
to reflect whether the capacity of the storm water drainage system
is adequate.
(b) Drain Point Selection
The number of drain points that will discharge simultaneously

into storm water drainage system depends on nature and usage of
the building under construction. The Drainage Contractor shall
submit a T&C plan indicating quantity and location of drain
points to be discharged for PBSE’s approval prior to the
performance test.
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(c) Procedure

from the drain points and pipelines;
(2) Discharge water into the selected drain points from water
storage vessel simultaneously;
(3) Visual check the whole drainage system for any back-
flowing.
(d) Details on Test Certificate

- Date of test
- Weather
- Temperature
under test
- Result of test
test
- Name of Supervising Officer’s representative at witness the
test
4.5 Sump/ Sewage Water Pump Installation
4.5.1 Pump
4.5.1.1 Prior to Pump Started-Up, the Drainage Contractor shall check

that:-
(a) all normally open isolating and regulating valves are fully
open and that all normally close valves are closed;
(b) the direction sign of all non-return valves is along the same
discharge direction of associated pumps;
(c) the horizontal or vertical alignment of all flexible joints is

within the tolerances recommended by manufacturers’
installation guideline;
(d) fully open the return and close the flow valve on the pump,
close valves on standby pump. Closing the flow valve on
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the duty pump will limit the initial starting current, which is
usually excessive at the first time a pump is running due to
bearing stiffness.
4.5.1.2 Running of Pump Set
(a) check the pump pressure developed by means of the pump

altitude gauges against the design pressure. If excessive
pressure is developed at this stage, the cause shall be
investigated and rectified; and
(b) adjust the discharge valve so that the flow as determined

roughly from the pump characteristic is between 100 and
110 per cent of the design value. Note that the motor full
load current is not exceeded.
(c) the pump shall be run in accordance with the manufacturer’s

recommendations and shall be under fairly continuous
observation. It shall not be left running outside normal
working hours unless attended;
(d) check that the bearings and motor temperature remain

steady, that no noise or vibration develops and that no bolts
or fixing works is loose;
(e) after 8 hours of running, check if any irregularities observed

according to manufacturer’s instructions.
(Remark: Observations afterwards may then become less
frequent, but it is advisable, while commissioning other
parts of the system later, to check the pump from time to
time.)
4.5.1.3 Standby Pump
(a) on installations with a standby pump, this standby pump

shall also be commissioned;
(b) this pump can be checked against the other duty pump. In
the unlikely event of failure of the duty pump,
commissioning can continue using standby pump; and
(c) carry out a full diagnosis of the reasons for the failure of the
duty pump before energising the standby pump to ensure
that any contributory causes are remedied.
4.5.1.4 Regulation of Water Flow
Principles of water flow rate measurement and registration
(a) the installation location of the devices have to follow the

manufacturers’ recommendation in order to obtain accurate
flow measurement results. The devices may be a venturi-
meter, an orifice plate, a control valve with known
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calibrated flow characteristics, a calibrated regulation valve,
electromagnetic flow sensors or any device with a constant
flow coefficient and calibration chart;
(b) referring to the following figure, the pressure drop across

the device is proportional to the square of the water flow
rate. Hence the actual-to-design water flow is given by;
Q1 ∆P1
=
Q2 ∆P2
where
ΔP1 = Actual pressure drop in kPa
ΔP2 = Design pressure drop in kPa
Q1 = Actual water flow rate in m3/s
Q2 = Design water flow rate in m3/s
(c) water flow regulation is achieved by varying the water flow

across the device followed by measuring the pressure drop
across it until the actual-to-design flow rate is within the
tolerance acceptable by the PBSE.
4.5.1.5 Demonstration
The Drainage Contractor shall perform dummy testing by

inputting at least 20 sets of water flow rates or as specified in the
Particular Specification to test the stability of the system and the
timing required for adjusting. The values of the dummy testing
water flow rates shall be submitted for approval at least 2 weeks
before T&C.
4.5.2 Hydraulic Testing for Sump/ Sewage Water Pipework System
4.5.2.1 General
All water distribution pipework systems shall be hydraulically

tested in sections as installation work progresses.
4.5.2.2 Test Pressure
The hydraulic test pressure shall be 1.5 times the maximum static
pressure for 12 hours if it does not exceed 1.5MPa or 1.3 times
the maximum static pressure for 12 hours if it exceeds 1.5MPa.
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4.5.2.3 Precautions
Before hydraulic tests are carried out, all safety valves, gauges,
etc. shall be effectively isolated or removed. This safety
equipment shall be effectively tested at their design working
pressure during commissioning of the installation.
4.5.2.4 Method of Testing
For a satisfactory and acceptable test, the pressure shall be

maintained for a period of at least one hour or as otherwise stated
in the Particular Specification, without loss of pressure or loss of
water or leakage after all weak joints, defective fittings and pipes
disclosed by the initial application of the test are rectified. During
the final testing period, the PBSE or his representative shall be
invited to witness the tests. All sections of the work under test
shall be accessible for inspection and selected welds shall be
hammer tested.
4.5.2.5 Hydraulic Test Certificates
Certificates of all hydraulic tests made on the Site shall be

forwarded to the PBSE for approval. A separate and duplicated
set of the Drainage Contractor’s installation/shop drawings shall
be provided for the purpose of keeping accurate records of site
tests. One copy will be kept by the PBSE’s representative on the
Site and the other retained by the Drainage Contractor.
4.5.2.6 Details on Test Certificate
All test certificates shall be signed by the Drainage Contractor’s

authorised site representative and by the PBSE or his
representative who has witnessed the tests. All test certificates
shall contain the following particulars :-
- Date of test
- Apparatus or section under test
- Makers number (if any)
- Nature, duration and conditions of test
- Result of test
- Name of Drainage Contractor’s representative (in block
letter) in charge of test
- Name of Employer’s representative at witness the test
A blank test certificate form shall be submitted by Drainage

Contractor for PBSE’s approval prior to carrying out the actual
test on the Site.
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4.6 Calibrated Equipment/ Instruments
4.6.1 A list of testing equipment/instruments proposed by the Drainage

Contractor to be used for T&C (Annex III) must be agreed with the PBSE
prior to commissioning the work.
4.6.2 If the Drainage Contractor proposes use of equivalent modern electronic

test equipment/ instruments, the suitability of which shall be approved by
the PBSE for the purpose and shall be calibrated to ascertain accuracy and
reliability before use if approved. The suggested items of equipment/
instruments & accessories necessary to comply with the T&C objectives,
but not limited to, are:-
(a) inclined manometer in not less than 0.1 Pa (0.0005 in. of water)
divisions;
(b) combined inclined and vertical manometer 0-2000 Pa (0-10 in. of

water);
(c) pitot tubes (size 450 mm (18-in.) and 1200 mm (48-in.) long
tube);
(d) clamp-on ampere meter with voltage scales;
(e) pressure gauges (Manifold & Single);
(f) dial push/pull pressure gauge.
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Annex I
Testing and Commissioning Progress Chart for
Flow Chart for Testing and Commissioning Procedure
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(A) Submission of T&C (B) Submission of T&C (C) Submission of T&C

equipment c/w calibration
records by Drainage procedure by Drainage Programme by Drainage
Contractor Contractor N Contractor N
N
Approval by Approval by Approval by

PBSE PBSE PBSE
Y Y Y
(A) & (B) &

(C) Yes
Request for inspection (RFI) shall be submitted by Drainage

Contractor when the installation is completed. (Installed material /
equipment shall be approved.)
Inspection N
Passed
Request for witness (RFWT) shall be submitted by Drainage

Contractor (T&C to be carried out by Drainage Contractor and draft
record to be attached with the relevant RFWT)
T&C works
- witness by PBSE & Project Site Staff
(D) T&C progress report

- shall be submitted by Drainage Contractor
- shall be up-dated & checked by Project Site Staff
N
T &C Passed
(E) T&C Certificate and test record

- formal certificate and record shall be submitted within adequate time and
signed by PBSE/Project Site Staff
Certification of Substantial Completion

- necessary T&C works shall be completed
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Annex I
Testing and Commissioning Progress Chart for
Contract No. :
Contract Title :
Name of Drainage Contractor/Sub-contractor :
Contract Period: __/__/20__ to__/__/20__ *Revised/Actual Completion Date:__/__/20__

dd/mm/yyyy dd/mm/yyyy dd/mm/yyyy
Testing and Commissioning Progress Chart for Drainage Installation (Rev. ) (Note 1)
Dates Remark
(Note 2)
Activity Reference to S A S A S A S A S A S A
T&C Procedure
1 Foul Water Drainage – 4.1
Underground System
1.1 Water Test 4.1.1
1.2 Air Test 4.1.2
2 Foul Water Drainage – 4.2
Aboveground System
2.2 Air Test 4.2.2
2.3 Functional Performance Test 4.2.3
3 Surface Water Drainage - 4.3
Underground
3.2 Air Test 4.3.2
4 Surface Water Drainage – 4.4
Aboveground System
4.1 Air Test 4.4.1
4.2 Functional Performance Test 4.4.2
5 Sump/ Sewage Water Pump 4.5
Installation
5.1 Pump 4.5.1.1
5.2 Hydraulic Testing for Sump/ 4.5.2
Sewage Water Pipework
System
Notes:
1. Insert revision no.
2. Insert additional row or column as necessary
S – schedule % completion
A – actual % completion
* Delete if not applicable
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Annex II
Testing and Commissioning Certificate on
Part 1: Details of Project
1.1 Project title (with location): ____________________________________

1.2 *P.W.P./Project No.: _________________________________________
1.3 *Contract/Sub-contract/Quotation No.: ___________________________
1.4 *Contractor/Sub-contractor: ____________________________________
1.5 Date of Test: ________________________________________________
1.6 Name of PBSE: _____________________________________________
1.7 Name of PCOW: ____________________________________________
1.8 Name of PBSI: ______________________________________________
1.9 Name of PEMI: _____________________________________________
Part 2: Declaration
2.1 I certify that the Drainage Installation as specified in the *Contract/Sub-

contract/Quotation at the above location has been inspected, tested and
commissioned in accordance with this Testing and Commissioning (T&C)
Procedure (Note 1) and/or any other procedure(s) as agreed between the
PBSE and the Drainage Contractor. The results are satisfactory in the
aspects as mentioned in Part 3 and/or as recorded in Part 4 of this
Certificate, except as indicated in the COMMENTS item(s).
2.2 I also certify that site tests have been performed in accordance with the
requirements set out in this T&C Procedure and that the results are
satisfactory. A record of the tests has been prepared and submitted to the
PBSE.
Name of Drainage Contractor’s Representative: Signature:
__________________________________________ _____________________________________
Designation / Post of Date signed:
Drainage Contractor’s Representative:
__________________________________________ _____________________________________
Name and Stamp of Drainage Contractor: Telephone No.:
__________________________________________ _____________________________________
Note
1. T&C Procedure refers to the Testing and Commissioning Procedure for the Drainage
Installation.
2. The Drainage Contractor’s Representative signing this Certificate must be a person or
representative authorised by the Drainage Contractor.
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Annex II
Items tested/ Items
checked by witnessed by
Drainage PBSE/PCOW/
Contractor PBSI/PEMI
Part 3: Items Inspected and Tested
3.1 Underground Drainage System
3.1.1 Pre-commissioning Checks
(I) Check on drawings and visual inspection:
a) The as-built drainage installation has been accorded with the *Yes/No/N.A. *Yes/No/N.A.
approved drainage plan.
b) The site photos submitted for each section of drain pipe and *Yes/No/N.A. *Yes/No/N.A.
manhole requested for inspection.
c) The pipe materials have been accorded with approved *Yes/No/N.A. *Yes/No/N.A.
drainage plan.
d) Actual installation tally with the approved standard / non- *Yes/No/N.A. *Yes/No/N.A.
standard modification.
e) The drain and sewer pipes under building structure or *Yes/No/N.A. *Yes/No/N.A.
carriageway, in addition to soft and yielding grounds have
been provided with adequate support and concrete bed/
surround as specified in the drawings.
f) The relieving arches or beams have been provided to protect *Yes/No/N.A. *Yes/No/N.A.
drains and sewers under a building.
g) The manholes schedule indicated with manhole types, cover *Yes/No/N.A. *Yes/No/N.A.
levels, invert levels, vent pipe size, discharge pipe size,
invert pipe(s) size have been submitted and checked against
the as-built drawings.
h) The double sealed manhole covers have been provided for *Yes/No/N.A. *Yes/No/N.A.
manholes inside or under a building.
i) The manholes have been fitted with cast iron and airtight *Yes/No/N.A. *Yes/No/N.A.
covers.
j) The number of inlets has been corresponded to plans and *Yes/No/N.A. *Yes/No/N.A.
junction of branch drain with another drain obliquely at an
angle of not more than 60° in direction of flow.
k) The junction of every branch drain shall be made within a *Yes/No/N.A. *Yes/No/N.A.
manhole at an angle of not more than 60o in the direction of
flow of the discharge drain pipe, and shall be above the
invert of such discharge drain pipe.
l) No double layering of inlet drain pipe to a manhole. *Yes/No/N.A. *Yes/No/N.A.
Tested / Checked by: Signature - Post :

(Name of Drainage Contractor’s Representative) Tel. No. :
( ) Date :
Witnessed by: Signature - Post :
(Name(s) of * PBSE/PCOW/PBSI/PEMI) Tel. No. :
( ) Date :
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Items tested/ Items
Drainage PBSE/PCOW/
m) The invert level of all inlet pipes is the same as the bottom *Yes/No/N.A. *Yes/No/N.A.
level of such manhole or made goods with other acceptable
measures (i.e. drop pipe, etc.) to allow smooth flow of drain.
n) The benching formed above the level of drainage channel in *Yes/No/N.A. *Yes/No/N.A.
manholes to fall towards such channels at a gradient of 1:2
or a drop pipe has been provided falling to the channel.
o) The benching and internal surfaces of manholes have been *Yes/No/N.A. *Yes/No/N.A.
rendered with cement mortar to provide a smooth and
impervious surface.
p) The channels have been constructed inside the manholes *Yes/No/N.A. *Yes/No/N.A.
with diameter not less than that of the largest drainage inlet
into and not more than that of the outlet of the manhole.
q) The additional drainage channel with 2 number of drainage *Yes/No/N.A. *Yes/No/N.A.

outlets has been provided for area applying the standard
modification B(C)R35.
r) The fire stop has been provided for drainage pipes passing *Yes/No/N.A. *Yes/No/N.A.
through fire compartments in accordance with the approved
shop drawings.
s) The sufficient loading manhole / channel covers have been *Yes/No/N.A. *Yes/No/N.A.
provided to different functioning area in accordance with the
t) The floor drains, rain water outlets, vertical gratings have *Yes/No/N.A. *Yes/No/N.A.
been installed at pavement or channels with appropriate type
of grating covers in accordance with the approved drainage
plan.
u) The channel covers types and details installed on site *Yes/No/N.A. *Yes/No/N.A.
comply with the approved drainage plan.
(II) Check for preparation of Water and/or Air Test:
v) Proper means of access shall be provided to the area of work *Yes/No/N.A. *Yes/No/N.A.
and the sides of any trench or excavation in which work is to
be tested adequately supported and free from hazards.
w) Where a water test is to be applied, drain stoppers and bags *Yes/No/N.A. *Yes/No/N.A.
have been properly secured in position and provision made
for the final removal of the stopper or bag from surface level
by means of a strong cord.

( ) Date :
( ) Date :
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Items tested/ Items
Drainage PBSE/PCOW/
x) Buried underground drainage pipe shall be embedded away *Yes/No/N.A. *Yes/No/N.A.

from the slope area unless or otherwise approved by the
Architect. (APP-76)
y) No buried underground drainage pipe shall be embedded in *Yes/No/N.A. *Yes/No/N.A.

the structural elements unless or otherwise approved by the
Architect. (APP-105)
z) The drain and sewer pipes have been laid on concrete bed of *Yes/No/N.A. *Yes/No/N.A.
not less than 100mm thick and at less 150mm wider than the
diameter of pipe.
aa) Haunching with concrete by full width of the concrete bed is *Yes/No/N.A. *Yes/No/N.A.
provided.
bb) All obstructions, debris and superfluous matter have been *Yes/No/N.A. *Yes/No/N.A.
removed from sections of pipeline, inspection chambers,
manholes, or similar underground chambers.
cc) When a chemical cleaning agent is used to remove deposits *Yes/No/N.A. *Yes/No/N.A.
of cement mortar from the surfaces of benching and channel
inverts, protective clothing, including gloves and eyeshields,
shall be provided for operatives using or handling the
chemicals. On completion of the work, all treated surfaces
shall be thoroughly hosed down.
dd) The pipes, joints and fittings including internal and external *Yes/No/N.A. *Yes/No/N.A.
coatings are cleaned immediately before and after jointing to
ensure free of deleterious materials.
ee) For cast iron pipes, joints and fittings, the width of gaps at *Yes/No/N.A. *Yes/No/N.A.
joints is checked as per manufacturer’s recommendations
and the elastomeric joint rings are checked in position by
metal feeler after jointing. For vitrified clay pipes, it is
checked with approved gaskin and mortor bedding at collar
positions.
ff) Before any test is applied, a disc or ball type profile testing *Yes/No/N.A. *Yes/No/N.A.
device shall be passed through all drains and private sewers
between inspection chambers, manholes or other suitable
points of access and through all accessible branch drains.
gg) All pipes under test are marked with nominal size, name of *Yes/No/N.A. *Yes/No/N.A.
manufacturer or Trade Mark, manufacturing standard with
colour and intervals required.
hh) All pipes under test are under correct alignment, level and *Yes/No/N.A. *Yes/No/N.A.
length.

( ) Date :
( ) Date :
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Items tested/ Items
Drainage PBSE/PCOW/
ii) All pipes, joints and fittings under test are without damage. *Yes/No/N.A. *Yes/No/N.A.
jj) When concrete bed, haunch and surround are used for the *Yes/No/N.A. *Yes/No/N.A.
pipes, concrete work shall be complied with specifications.
kk) Joints between pipes are completed with methodology *Yes/No/N.A. *Yes/No/N.A.
complying manufacturer’s recommendations or
specifications of contract documents or approved equipment
and materials by PBSE.
ll) Terminal manhole and invert levels shall be complied with *Yes/No/N.A. *Yes/No/N.A.
DSD’s requirements.
mm) Size of connection pipe shall be complied with DSD’s *Yes/No/N.A. *Yes/No/N.A.
requirements.
nn) Temporary covers for the provision of all drain points are *Yes/No/N.A. *Yes/No/N.A.
checked and securely covered up to ensure free of ingress of
cement in the pipeline, in particular where in-situ
construction method is used.
3.1.2 Water Test

(Applicable to pipelines up to and including 300mm internal
diameter)
a) Gravity pipelines for drainage shall be tested either after the *Yes/No/N.A. *Yes/No/N.A.
pipes have been jointed and granular bedding has been
placed and immediately before haunch or surround is placed
of fill material is deposited, or after the pipes have been
jointed on cradles and immediately before concrete bedding,
haunch or surround is placed.
b) Pipelines are filled with water before test for an interval of *Yes/No/N.A. *Yes/No/N.A.
two hours as approved by PBSE to allow initial water
absorption.
c) A test pressure of 1.5m head is applied at high end of the *Yes/No/N.A. *Yes/No/N.A.
pipelines under test and is maintained for an interval of 30
minutes or otherwise as approved by PBSE. (Remark: Test
pressure at low end shall not exceed 6m head)
d) Measure the loss of water inside the pipelines under test and *Yes/No/N.A. *Yes/No/N.A.
check if it is not more than 1 Litre per hour per metre of
nominal diameter per linear metre run of pipe or otherwise
within the acceptance range as specified in the contract.
(Using Standard Form for Underground Pipe Water Test in
Annex II)

( ) Date :
( ) Date :
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Items tested/ Items
Drainage PBSE/PCOW/
e) If the subject pipeline under test is failed, it shall be clearly *Yes/No/N.A. *Yes/No/N.A.
recorded and marked up on the part-plan as appropriate. The
defects shall be made good and re-test shall be arranged
until all sections are tested to be order.
3.1.3 Air Test

(Application to pipelines exceeding 300mm internal
diameter)
a) The end of the pipelines and all associated branches under *Yes/No/N.A. *Yes/No/N.A.
test are sealed by expanding drain plugs or inflatable canvas
or rubber test bags.
b) Air is pumped inside the pipelines until a test pressure of *Yes/No/N.A. *Yes/No/N.A.
slightly greater than 100mm of water is registered on a U-
tube manometer which is connected to the pipelines.
c) Five minutes shall be allowed for stabilisation of the air *Yes/No/N.A. *Yes/No/N.A.
temperature, and the air pressure shall be adjusted to 100mm
of water before carrying out the test.
d) The air pressure inside the pipelines shall be read from the *Yes/No/N.A. *Yes/No/N.A.
U-tube at the end of the five minutes period and check if
loss in air pressure shall not maintain less than 75mm of
water, or otherwise specified in the contract. (Using
Standard Form for Underground Pipe Air Test in Annex II)
e) If the subject pipeline under test is failed, it shall be clearly *Yes/No/N.A. *Yes/No/N.A.
recorded and marked up on the part-plan as appropriate. The
defects shall be made good and re-test shall be arranged.
3.2 Above Ground Drainage System
3.2.1 Pre-commissioning Checks
(I) Check on drawings and visual inspection:
a) The as-built drainage installation has been accorded with the *Yes/No/N.A. *Yes/No/N.A.
b) The site photos submitted for each section of drain pipe and *Yes/No/N.A. *Yes/No/N.A.
manhole requested for inspection.
c) The pipe materials have been accorded with approved *Yes/No/N.A. *Yes/No/N.A.
drainage plan.
d) Actual installation tally with the approved standard / non- *Yes/No/N.A. *Yes/No/N.A.
standard modification.

( ) Date :
( ) Date :
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Annex II
Items tested/ Items
Drainage PBSE/PCOW/
e) The additional drainage channel with 2 number of drainage *Yes/No/N.A. *Yes/No/N.A.

outlets has been provided for area applying the standard
modification B(C)R35.
f) The fire stop has been provided for drainage pipes passing *Yes/No/N.A. *Yes/No/N.A.
through fire compartments in accordance with the approved
shop drawings.
g) The sufficient loading manhole / channel covers have been *Yes/No/N.A. *Yes/No/N.A.
provided to different functioning area in accordance with the
h) The floor drains, rain water outlets, vertical gratings have *Yes/No/N.A. *Yes/No/N.A.
been installed at pavement or channels with appropriate type
of grating covers in accordance with the approved drainage
plan.
i) The channel covers types and details installed on site *Yes/No/N.A. *Yes/No/N.A.
comply with the approved drainage plan.
(II) Check for preparation of Water and Air Test:
j) Where a water test is to be applied, drain stoppers and bags *Yes/No/N.A. *Yes/No/N.A.
have been properly secured in position and provision made
for the final removal of the stopper or bag from surface level
by means of a strong cord.
k) All obstructions, debris and superfluous matter have been *Yes/No/N.A. *Yes/No/N.A.
removed from sections of pipeline, inspection eye, or similar
underground chambers.
l) When a chemical cleaning agent is used to remove deposits *Yes/No/N.A. *Yes/No/N.A.

of cement mortar from the surfaces of, protective clothing,
including gloves and eyeshields, shall be provided for
operatives using or handling the chemicals. On completion
of the work, all treated surfaces shall be thoroughly hosed
down.
m) Before any test is applied, device shall be passed through all *Yes/No/N.A. *Yes/No/N.A.
drains and private sewers between inspection chambers,
manholes or other suitable points of access and through all
accessible branch drains.
n) All pipes under test are marked with nominal size, name of *Yes/No/N.A. *Yes/No/N.A.
manufacturer, manufacturing standard with colour and
intervals required.
o) All pipes under test are under correct alignment, level and *Yes/No/N.A. *Yes/No/N.A.
length.

( ) Date :
( ) Date :
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Annex II
Items tested/ Items
Drainage PBSE/PCOW/
p) All pipes under test are without damage. *Yes/No/N.A. *Yes/No/N.A.
q) Joints between pipes are completed methodology complying *Yes/No/N.A. *Yes/No/N.A.

with manufacturer’s recommendations or specifications of
contract documents.
r) Temporary covers for the provision of all drain points are *Yes/No/N.A. *Yes/No/N.A.
checked and securely covered up to ensure free of ingress of
cement in the pipeline, in particular where in-situ
construction method is used.
3.2.2 Water Test for drainage stack
Leakage of water is observed at the stack below the lowest *Yes/No/N.A. *Yes/No/N.A.
sanitary appliance.
3.2.3 Air Test for drainage stack
Leakage of water is observed at the stack above the lowest *Yes/No/N.A. *Yes/No/N.A.
sanitary appliance.
3.2.4 Water Test for individual drain points

(including discharge point of sanitary fitment, floor drain,
planter drain, rainwater outlet, movement joint drain outlet,
etc.)
a) The selected index point or optimal first point of drain outlet *Yes/No/N.A. *Yes/No/N.A.
for filling-in water.
b) The water stored in the storage vessels are discharged into *Yes/No/N.A. *Yes/No/N.A.
the index point or optimal first point.
c) The sections under test are examined by vision to check if *Yes/No/N.A. *Yes/No/N.A.
any leakage water.
d) If the subject sections of pipeline under test are failed, it *Yes/No/N.A. *Yes/No/N.A.
shall be clearly recorded and marked up on the part-plan as
appropriate. The defects shall be made good and re-test shall
be arranged until all sections are tested to be order.
3.2.5 Cleaning of installation after completion of testing and

commissioning
a) For drain pipe not exceeding 300mm dia., a mandrel 750mm *Yes/No/N.A. *Yes/No/N.A.
long and 12mm dia. or less to remove obstruction in the
pipeline and make good for smoothening the invert.
b) For drain pipe exceeding 300mm dia., high pressure water *Yes/No/N.A. *Yes/No/N.A.
jet or similar approved method is used to wash away debris
in manholes and chambers.

( ) Date :
( ) Date :
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Items tested/ Items
Drainage PBSE/PCOW/
3.3 Sump/ Sewage Water Pump Installation

(To be checked by PBSI/PEMI)
a) A standby pump set for both fixed water pump system and *Yes/No/N.A. *Yes/No/N.A.
booster water pump system shall be provided.
b) Water pumps and motors are run at the designed discharge *Yes/No/N.A. *Yes/No/N.A.
water pressure and operating electrical current.
c) Water pumps are run at an acceptable noise and vibration *Yes/No/N.A. *Yes/No/N.A.
levels.
d) Water pump control switches and indicating lights function *Yes/No/N.A. *Yes/No/N.A.
properly.
e) The protective devices of water pump function properly. *Yes/No/N.A. *Yes/No/N.A.
f) The temperatures of the water pump bearings at running *Yes/No/N.A. *Yes/No/N.A.

condition are normal.
g) The temperatures of the pump motors at running condition *Yes/No/N.A. *Yes/No/N.A.

are normal.
h) Non-return valves connected to the pumps function are *Yes/No/N.A. *Yes/No/N.A.

installed properly.
i) A full way gate valve shall be provided on the drain-off *Yes/No/N.A. *Yes/No/N.A.
pipe.
j) Prior to pump start-up, the contractor shall check the *Yes/No/N.A. *Yes/No/N.A.
horizontal or vertical alignment of all flexible joints is
within the tolerances recommended by the manufacturers’
installation guideline.
k) Measurement
Location: ________________________________ No.: ________
Designed Measured Remarks

Volume flow rate (l/s)
No flow head (kPa)
Full flow head (kPa)
Starting current (A)
Running current (A)

( ) Date :
( ) Date :
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Items tested/ Items
Drainage PBSE/PCOW/
Electrical Wiring
l) The electrical wiring system shall be tested satisfactorily in *Yes/No/N.A. *Yes/No/N.A.

accordance with the T&C Procedure No. 2 for Electrical
Installation and to Electricity Ordinance requirements.
m) Starter overloads are set currently in relation to the motor *Yes/No/N.A. *Yes/No/N.A.
name-plant full load current.
n) All conductors shall be correctly and securely connected and *Yes/No/N.A. *Yes/No/N.A.
identified.
o) Methods of protection against direct contact shall be *Yes/No/N.A. *Yes/No/N.A.

properly applied.
p) Isolation and switching devices are properly and correctly *Yes/No/N.A. *Yes/No/N.A.
installed.
q) Protective devices and monitoring devices are properly and *Yes/No/N.A. *Yes/No/N.A.
correctly installed and set (e.g. MCB, control fuse, ammeter
& voltmeter).
r) The electric circuits, fused, switches, terminals, bonding, etc. *Yes/No/N.A. *Yes/No/N.A.
are properly and correctly labelled.
s) Danger notices, warning notices, schematic diagrams, *Yes/No/N.A. *Yes/No/N.A.

instructions and similar information are correctly and
adequately provided.
Pump Panels
t) All internal control panels are properly earthed. *Yes/No/N.A. *Yes/No/N.A.
u) Nuts and bolts are tightened and connected properly. *Yes/No/N.A. *Yes/No/N.A.
v) Equipment dust-free and in good order. *Yes/No/N.A. *Yes/No/N.A.
w) All cables and terminals have good protection. *Yes/No/N.A. *Yes/No/N.A.
x) All conduits and wirings are of appropriate size. *Yes/No/N.A. *Yes/No/N.A.
y) All level switch/ level sensor (i.e. low level cut-in, low level *Yes/No/N.A. *Yes/No/N.A.
cut-out, high level cut out) are set correctly and performed
properly.
z) All indication lamps are performed properly. *Yes/No/N.A. *Yes/No/N.A.
aa) Buzzer is set correctly in relation to the system / equipment *Yes/No/N.A. *Yes/No/N.A.
failure and performed properly.

( ) Date :
( ) Date :
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Items tested/ Items
Drainage PBSE/PCOW/
3.4 Comments (if any) *Yes/No/N.A. *Yes/No/N.A.

( ) Date :
( ) Date :
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Part 4: Test Record attached to the Test Certificate
4.1 Test Data
Proforma for recording following data can be found in the succeeding pages and
these shall be properly filled in before submission to the PBSE with any relevant
comments related to site conditions.
- Underground Pipe Water Test in Drainage Installation

- Underground Pipe Air Test in Drainage Installation
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Proforma for Underground Pipe Water Test in Drainage Installation

Contract No . : Date of Test:
Contract Title : Weather: *Sunny/ Rainy/ Windy
o
Name of Drainage Contractor/Sub-contractor : Temperature: C
Pressure applied: 1.5m water head with 100mm dia. stand pipe (test for 30 minutes) Attached part-plan No.
Permissible loss: See ‘Table A’ below
Pipe Location Pipe Pipe Pipe Permissible Actual Result

Type of Type of Outgoing Incoming Start Finish
section dia. length gradient water loss water loss (Pass/
From to system material pipe invert pipe invert time time
no. (mm) (m) in 1 : x (mm) (mm) Fail)
Notes:
Table A – Acceptance criteria for permissible loss

Nominal pipe dia. (mm) Litres lost per meter run of section of pipeline tested
100 0.05
150 0.08
225 0.12
Note: The figures are equivalent to a loss of One L/h per metre dia. of pipe per
metre run of pipeline
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Proforma for Underground Pipe Air Test in Drainage Installation

Contract No . : Date of Test:
Contract Title : Weather: *Sunny/ Rainy/ Windy
o
Name of Drainage Contractor/Sub-contractor : Temperature: C
Permissible loss: 25 mm drop max. for 100mm water gauge test pressure (for 5 minutes) Attached part-plan No.
Pipe Location Pipe Pipe Pipe Permissible Actual Result

Type of Type of Outgoing Incoming Start Finish
section dia. length gradient water loss water loss (Pass/
From to system material pipe invert pipe invert time time
no. (mm) (m) in 1 : x (mm) (mm) Fail)
Notes:
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Annex III
List of Calibrated Equipment/ Instruments Necessary for the Testing and

Commissioning Works
Serial No. of Date of

Type Model
Instrument Calibration
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TESTING AND COMMISSIONING PROCEDURE

THE HONG KONG SPECIAL ADMINISTRATIVE REGION

ARCHITECTURAL SERVICES DEPARTMENT

There are no representations, either expressed or implied, as to the suitability of this

2. Objectives of the Testing and Commissioning Works 1

3. Scope of the Testing and Commissioning Works 2-4

3.1 Tests and Inspections during Construction

3.2 Functional Performance Tests

3.3 Statutory Tests and Inspections

3.4 Documentation and Deliverables

3.5 Other Requirements

4. Testing and Commissioning Procedures 4-19

4.1 Foul Water Drainage Installation – Underground System

4.1.1 Water Test

4.2 Foul Water Drainage Installation – Aboveground System

4.2.1 Water Test

4.3 Surface Water Drainage Installation – Underground System

4.3.1 Water Test

4.4 Surface Water Drainage Installation – Aboveground System

4.4.1 Air Test

4.5 Sump/Sewage Water Pump Installation

4.6 Calibrated Equipment/ Instruments

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Annex II Testing and Commissioning Certificate on Drainage Installation 1-14

Part 1: Details of Project

Part 3: Items Inspected and Tested

3.1 Underground Drainage System

Part 4: Test Record attached to the Test Certificate

4.1 Test Data

Annex III List of Calibrated Equipment/ Instruments Necessary for the 1

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(b) To witness those T&C procedures as specified; and

(c) To accept the T&C certificates and other supporting data.

2. Objectives of the Testing and Commissioning Works

The objectives of the T&C works are:-

(a) To verify proper functioning of the equipment/system after installation;

For the avoidance of doubt, depending on the specific demands of individual

3.1 Tests and Inspections during Construction

(a) Building Ordinance (Cap. 123), and other subsidiary legislation;

(b) Electricity Ordinance (Cap. 406), and other subsidiary legislation;

(c) Code of Practice for the Electricity (Wiring) Regulations published by

(f) Electricity supply rules of the relevant power supply companies;

(g) Code of Practice for Prevention of Legionnaires’ Disease; and

(i) Buildings Energy Efficiency Ordinance (Cap 610)

3.2 Functional Performance Tests

The purpose of functional performance tests is to demonstrate that the

3.3 Statutory Tests and Inspections

(a) Relevant Regulations under the Building (Standards of Sanitary Fitments,

(b) Relevant Practice Notes for Authorised Persons, Registered Structural

3.4 Documentation and Deliverables

3.5 Other Requirements

3.5.1 Systems shall be properly commissioned to demonstrate that all the

Where necessary, after the proper testing and commissioning of the

3.5.2 All aspects of the commissioning procedure shall follow the

(a) Preliminary checks to ensure that all systems and system