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METHOD STATEMENT FOR ATTENDING

FIRE FIGHTING SYSTEM
SNAG WORKS
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(Electromechanical)

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Prepared by M. SENTHIL KUMAR

Reviewed by M. MOHAMED HIDHAYATHULLA

Approved by M. SAMEER AHAMED

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CONTENTS

1. Activity

2. Introduction

3. Terminology

4. Significant hazards indentified and Control measures

5. Roles & Responsibilities.

6. Sequence of Activities

7. Requirements

7.1. Plans / records and job instructions (documentations)

7.2. Trainings

7.3. On site risk assessment

7.4. PPEs (Personal Protective Equipments)

7.5. Equipment and Tools required

7.6. Additional requirements

8. Emergency Procedures

9. References

10. Attachments
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1. Activity

This Method statement illustrates all necessary procedure to be adopted during following snag works on
Fire Fighting system,

To perform the labeling & tagging works.

To perform piping modification / Rectification works.
To perform Electrical works related with Fire Fighting System
To perform Painting.

2. Introduction

Fire Fighting System snag works shall be carried out as per below procedure.

3. Terminology

FACP Fire Alarm Control Panel.

Detection system detector, alarm/flasher.
Protection system CO2, Sprinkler, Water Spray & Hydrant.

4. Significant hazards identified and Control Measures

4.1. Hazards

Fall of Materials.
Slip / Trip / Fall Same level.
Fall of Person from Height.
Tools.
Manual Handling.
High Pressure.
Electrical Hazard.
Fire Hazard.

4.2. Control Measures

Fall of Materials:-
o Unwanted Materials shall be cleared from roof Area.
o Proper storage of Materials and tools shall be carried out.
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Slip / Trip / Fall - same level (At work spot):-
o Work spot shall be kept free from loose materials
o Proper storage of Materials and tools shall be carried out.

Fall from height:-

o Employees shall be strictly instructed to use A- Type ladder only.
o Top 2 rungs of A-Type ladder shall be covered.
o Ladder shall be hold by an employee.
o Safety shoes shall be checked for cleanliness while climbing ladder.
o Ladder shall be inspected prior to work start.
o Full body harness shall be worn and hooked up.

Tools:-
o Hand / Portable tools shall be inspected prior to work starts.
o Skilled personnel shall be deployed.
o Correct tools for the job shall be ensured.
o Helmet, Safety Shoes, Hand gloves shall be worn.

Manual handling (shifting / manual lifting):-

o Manual handling techniques shall be communicated.
o Wear PPEs and any additional safety requirements.
o Come close to the load to be lifted & attain a firm stable position.
o Keep head up, arms close to body.
o Bend at hips & knees to get down to the load.
o High level lifting should be preferred to stages.
o Dont twist the body to change direction.

High Pressure (CO2 / Water):-

o Calibrated pressure gauges shall be made available.
o Skilled personnel shall be deployed for Pressurization / depressurization of the system.
o Pressure to be maintained shall be communicated to the concern technician by competent
person as per specification.
o MSDS shall be referred and followed.
o Prior inspection by competent person shall be done.

Electricity Hazard:-
o Power Supply to be isolated by Competent person
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o TBT shall be conducted for all employees involved in the activity.
o All power supply shall be routed through appropriate circuit breakers which shall be ensured
by competent person (LOTO system shall be followed).
o Helmet, hand gloves, safety shoes, coverall and jacket shall be worn

Fire Hazard:-
o Waste that have generated shall be discarded through approved agency.
o Portable Fire Extinguisher to be made available near work spot.
o Slip resistant safety shoes, helmet, jacket, coverall and Hand gloves shall be worn.

5. Roles and Responsibilities

Competent Person
o Ensuring the safe work environment to employees.
o Plan the required resources such as Manpower, Material, and Machineries... well in advance
and ensure the same prior to the commencement.
o Ensuring necessary approved documents at site.
o Ensuring by physical verification about the controls at work spots are in place.
o Verifying the percentage compliance as per risk assessment.
o Ensuring the emergency preparedness.
o Ensures availability of the necessary resources
o Internal checks about the acceptable criteria upon completion.
o Getting O/E Witness Inspection Clearance.
o Conducting TBT based on risk assessment.
o Ensuring the proper usage of recourses by direct supervision
o Implementing the control measures as per risk assessment and also as mentioned in the
permit.
o Close monitoring till completion of work.
o Ensuring the acceptable criteria up on completion of each task.
o Closing the work permit after restoration of work spot.
o Ensuring Proper housekeeping

Workmen
o Wearing appropriate PPEs.
o Understanding and following the instructions given by line staff.
o No horseplay and shortcuts.
o Follow safety instruction as stated in the LAP / PTW system.
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6. Sequence of activities

o Obtain the LAP.

o Barricade the work area.

Labeling & Tagging woks

o Marking shall be done for the labeling.
o Drilling shall be carried out for label fixing by Screw.
o Fixing of Label by adhesive paste (wherever required).
o Alignment of the labeling to be verified

Piping Modification / rectification works

o Isolate the piping from the system by depressurization.
o Ensure the piping circuit is completely depressurized.
o Modification / rectification shall be carried out for the corresponding pipe.
o Leak test shall be carried out for the modified pipe circuit.
o Normalize the system after pipe modification.
o Healthy condition of the system shall be verified after completion of above stated activities.

Electrical work related with Fire Fighting System

o Electrical works related with Fire Fighting System will be carried out by relevant Electrical
Engineer / Supervisor of Fire Fighting Subcontractor.
o Isolate the concerned Zone from the system
o LOTO system to be followed, same shall be communicate to all parties.
o Additional Detectors / modules shall be provided as per O/E comment.
o Check the operation of the installed Detectors / modules by activating the zone in FACP.

Painting
o Touchup paint to be done wherever required.
o MSDS to be followed.
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7. Requirements

7.1 Plan, records and job instruction(documents)

LAP
Calibration Certificate
Fire Fighting Layout
Fire Alarm Control panel wiring diagram
Fire Fighting system - Operation & Maintenance Manual

7.2 Training

Tool Box Talk.

Training on portable power tools usage.
Manual handling method.

7.3 On site risk assessment

Risk assessment is attached with this and the same shall be reviewed at site specifically
prior to work starts to ensure the existing controls are adequate.

7.4 PPEs

Safety helmets, safety shoe, goggles, gloves and coverall, safety harness

7.5 Equipments and tools required

Equipment / tools
Electrical tool box, Fitter tool box, Ratchet spanner set, Torque wrench, A type ladder,
Portable drilling machine, Portable cutoff machine, Nitrogen Cylinder.

Interface activities
Electromechanical works

7.6 Additional requirements

First aid facilities shall be made available.

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8. Emergency procedures

In case of major Injuries

o Do not panic. Call ambulance and notify emergency team at site.
o Do not move the injured unless he is in danger.
o If danger exists, he shall be assessed by a trained and qualified first aider before moving. Use
a stretcher
o Do not crowd around the victim. Do not give anything to eat or drink. Ensure adequate air
and lighting.
o Only trained and qualified first aider shall treat the victim and ensure that his airway is kept
clear.
o Victim shall be transported to hospital in an ambulance.
o Preserve the accident scene for further investigation.

In case of fire
o Follow Transcos approved emergency procedure as per HSE Plan.
o Never try to extinguish a fire if you are not a trained fire fighter.
o Sound the alarm and notify the emergency controller at site.

Emergency contact person

o Competent person

9. References

Transco Specification
ETA HSE Plan
ADEHMS Rev.2
Fire Fighting Layout
Fire Alarm Control panel wiring diagram
Fire Fighting system - Operation & Maintenance Manual

10. Attachments

Refer attached Risk assessment