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METHOD OF STATEMENT
Installation & Testing of Firefighting Piping System

Purpose & Scope
The purpose of this method statement is to ensure that correct materials & equipment are used and agreed
procedures are implemented during fabrication, installation, testing and flushing of firefighting piping
sprinkler
system. This method statement specifies the sequence and methodology to be followed for the installation
and testing of firefighting piping and sprinklers and fire extinguishers activities to achieve the best quality of
workman ship for installation works.
Reference & Standards

 Approved Shop Drawings 
 NFPA 10 Standard for fire extinguishers, portable and mobile
 NFPA 13 Standard for installation of sprinkler system
Tools & Equipment

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 Tool Box 
 Drilling Machine
 Spirit Level
 Threading Machine & Thread Sealant
 Welding Machine
 Grinder 
 Pipe Wrench
Method Statement for Firefighting System

 Ensure that all materials to be used and equipment to be installed should be checked by the Project
Engineer / Supervisor against equipment data sheets and approved drawings.
 All materials and equipment shall be inspected by Quality Control Department prior to shifting to work
site.
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 The latest revision of the Approved Shop Drawing should be available at the installation area.
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 Project Engineer / Supervisor will ensure that safety requirements have been complied with and are in
place.
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 Project Engineer / Supervisor will orient and familiarize all the workers and assistants involved in the
installation regarding relevant approved drawings, technical submittals, installation procedures and
details, acceptance criteria.
 Install fire protection systems in accordance with NFPA rulings,listings and manufacturers
recommendations.
 Locate where accessible for servicing and replacement.

Fabrication & Installation of Threaded Pipe
 The floor/workshop where the threading machine is placed will be protected with a cover of PVC sheets
to avoid oil splash on the concrete floor.
 Thoroughly clean the pipe surfaces with damp cloth and let dry the surface. In case, if any foreign
materials remain on the surface, which cannot be cleaned by damp cloth, then use a mild wire brush to
remove the same. If pipe surface is contaminated with oily material, then use a washing solvent. Avoid
scratching and damaging the galvanized surfaces
Firefighting Piping Cutting

 Based on the approved shop drawings, square cut pipes with a pipe cutter – machine mounted or
manual, to the exact length, as required.
 For pipe sizes of 2” and below, thread the pipe end using the standard threading machine having BSPT
dies. The threading machine will be inspected daily before starting the work. Scale, slag, dirt, and debris
will be removed from the pipe and fittings before machining process.
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 The pipes will be cut to the actual required length and threaded from both sides. The pipe will be tapered
and the threads will be cleaned using steel brush and file. All threading residuals will be removed to
restore full inside diameter.
Pipe Jointing
 The joint compound will be applied on the ale portion of the thread for fitting assembly. The branches will
be either assembled at the fabrication workshop or on installation spot. The pipes will be hanged to the
proper level and will be connected to the cross-main. Pipe work will be protected from foreign matters.
Fabrication of Pipe at Location of Mechanical Tee

 The pipe will be marked at the location of the mechanical tee.
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 The pipe will be holed drilled to the suitable size of the branch and in accordance to the manufacturer’s
recommendations. The hole will be filed to ensure soft surface.
Installation / Hanging of FF Piping system on Site

 Complete the marking of the routes of the pipe work by following the approved shop drawings, combined
services drawings and site coordination with other services based on given and final benchmarks or
reference points.
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 After marking the pipe routes, the anchoring points will be drilled according to the required support
spacing as shown on the approved shop drawings.
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 M10 Anchors will be used to support 4” and below pipes while M12 Anchors will be used to support
6”pipes and above, as recommended by NFPA. Thread rods of the appropriate size shall be cut and fixed
by using bolts, nuts and washers. Approved type of pipe support / Hanger will be attached to the
threaded rods, nuts and washers will be installed as well.
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 Piping will be installed so that system can be drained. Where piping cannot be fully drained, nipple and
cap will be installed for drainage.
 The branch lines will be hanged to the proper level and will be connected to the cross main. Where piping
is embedded or passing through masonry or concrete, sleeves will be provided as per specification mostly
of GI material.
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 Clean internally the pipes during construction and installation.
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 Provide clearance for access to valves.
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 Anchors, expansion joints, swing joints and/or expansion loops shall be provided so that piping may
expand and contract without damage to itself, equipment or the building. Expansion / Contraction joints
will be provided wherever is applicable as per the approved shop drawings.
Installation of Sprinkler Heads & Accessories

 Installation of sprinkler heads will be done after pipework flushing is completed.
 Apply the PTFE tape only to the male portion of the sprinkler and install the upright sprinkler head using
the wrench provided by the manufacturer, and in such a way that the arms are parallel to the branch
pipe. Maintain a clearance of 1” between the deflector of upright sprinkler and ceiling. Ensure that
sprinkler heads have the correct finish and temperature rating.
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 Fix the sprinkler floor control valve as per the approved shop drawing. Ensure that valves are located at
an accessible location. Ensure that the arrow of the water flow detector switch points to the direction of
the water flow.
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 Ensure that the sight glass of the test / drain valve is free of damage.
 Ensure that test / drain valves are provided as shown on the drawings.
Hydrostatic Testing of Pipe Work

 Make available a highlighted drawing of area intended for hydrostatic pressure testing. Indicate on the
drawing the location of vent/drain valve, plugged connections and water pressure pump connection.
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 Make sure the test witness timing and pressure duration are agreed by the client/consultant.
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 Place safety warnings at all points where personnel may pass through within the vicinity of testing.
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 Make sure that no equipment item such as sprinklers, valves etc. are subjected to the pressure test.
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 The entire pipe work shall be hydrostatically tested for not less than 2 hours at 15 bars (or 1.5 times the
working) pressure without leak.
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 Physically check and ensure that all pipes undergoing test is strongly supported and addition of pipe work
will not introduce undue stress on any support.
 Make sure that all pipe works are suitably plugged.
 Attach the pressure pump to the desired location through an isolation valve, by pass valve and calibrated
pressure gauge to indicate the pressure on the pipe work.
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 The drain point will be plugged and the highest point of the system will be considered as the water supply
point for pressure testing. The selected supply point will be provided with an isolation valve, calibrated
pressure gauge and manual water pump.
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 Fill the pipe with water and connect the test pump to the pipe work at the filling location, bleed all air
from the pipe work.
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 Connect a calibrated and approved pressure gauge and fix an isolation valve just below the pressure
gauge.
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 Apply pressure gradually until it reaches the test pressure. The test pressure will be as per agreed terms
and as per Civil Defence requirements.
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 Hold the piping under pressure for duration of 2hours and observe for any leakage or pressure drop, if
the pressure gauge shows a steady reading after 2 hours; notify the client/consultant and get the test
witnessed by the consulting engineer.

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METHOD OF STATEMENT

Installation & Testing of Firefighting Piping System

Reference & Standards

Tools & Equipment

Method Statement for Firefighting System

 Locate where accessible for servicing and replacement.

Firefighting Piping Cutting

Fabrication of Pipe at Location of Mechanical Tee

Installation / Hanging of FF Piping system on Site

Installation of Sprinkler Heads & Accessories

Hydrostatic Testing of Pipe Work

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