Installation of Fire Hydrant System
Installation of Fire Hydrant System
HPGRDC
PROJECT
EMPLOYER HPCL
PMC EIL
VKBS EIL
Signature:
Date:
TABLE OF CONTENTS
1 OBJECTIVE 4
2 SCOPE OF WORK 4
3 REFERENCES 4
4 RESOURCES 4
6 MAN POWER 5
7 SAFETY TOOL 5
9 WORK METHODOLOGY 6
1. OBJECTIVE:
The purpose of generating this Method Statement is to define the procedure step
by step to implement the correct practices for Installation of Fire hydrant valve, Hose reel,
and fire hydrant accessories drum through the guidelines so as to ensure that the job
execution complies with the requirements of contract specification & serves the
intended function to satisfactory level.
2. SCOPE OF WORK:
Erection of FIRE HYDRANT SYSTEMS, HOSE REEL and FIRE HOSE CABINET
The scope of work includes providing, installing and commissioning of FIRE HYDRANT SYSTEMS, HOSE
REEL DRUM and FIRE HOSE CABINET.
3. REFERENCES:
4. RESOURES:
Site engineer and supervisor shall ensure all necessary tools & tackles are available at site prior to
commencement of work. All tools to be tested by client before start the work.
2 Welding machines 01 No
3 Grinding machine 01 No
6. MAN POWER:
The following list of people who will be the responsible for the installation works. Tool box
meeting to be conducted to the workers before start the works. All workers to be inducted by safety
personnel, all workers must understand the safety signage and concept of works.
No of
Sl.No Designation
Personnel
1 Project Engineer 01
2 Quality / Safety Engineer 01
3 Fitter 01
4 Welder 01
5 Helper / Rigger 03
All the Personal Protective Equipment must be used at the time of execution.
Item Description
1 Safety Helmet
2 Safety Shoe
3 Goggles / welding shield
4 Hand Gloves
5 Reflective Vest
Prepare delivery schedule and check site conditions as well as storage capacity.
Prior to delivery of material to site do a site survey and make all necessary co-ordination with the client
representative as regards to access for the save transportation of the said material to the designated
location.
On delivery to site the materials shall be stored indoor or suitable arrangements have to be made to
protect the materials.
Material shall be kept in dry, well ventilated, dust free, non corrosive atmosphere
The unloading of material shall be done manually.
The materials shall be placed above the floor level in order to prevent corrosion.
According to the actual site requirement, the material will be transferred to
assigned location.
All materials have to be entry – checked at the security gate and a copy of inward
documents must always be available at the site office.
Ensure that the material approval and completion of IMIR before issue to site installation.
9. WORK METHODOLOGY:
INTRODUCTION
Ensure that the orientation of flange holes shall be in line with that of
hydrant valve position.
Ensure that the center line of tapping is 1000 mm above the FFL as per
approved shop drawing. And also, ensure for getting the required radius when we insert the
fire hose to the hydrant valve for free flow of water.
Provide temporary blind flange at the outlet of flange.
Hose reel drum shall be fixed using the holes provided on them by using anchor fasters in RCC
wall or grouting angle frames with bolts in Brick wal. Ensure that, the center line of the hose
reel is approx. 1500 mm above FFL and free swinging without fouling with hydrant valve and
fire hose cabinet door.
A 25 mm dia tapping shall be taken from the hydrant valve tapping piece. Provide a 25 mm dia
gate/ ball valve, hose adaptor of 25x19 mm. Then connection shall be made to hose reel either
through rigid pipe or same rubber/ flexible hose as applicable to the project. Ensure the
provision of screwed union after the gate valve for maintenance purpose.
Proper provision shall be made inside the fire shaft for fixing branch pipe and fire hoses.
Fire hose cabinet door shall be fixed after completion of all civil works to avoid damage.
M8Coach screws or anchor fasteners can be used to fix the door.
Second coat of paint shall be applied after completion of entire civil works and welding works.
3) ABOVEGROUND PIPING
4) UNDERGROUND PIPING
Before fabrication, the pipes shall be cleaned for rust, oily, dirt surface and other defects.
Anticorrosion treatment for underground piping will be as per IS: 10221.The pipes will be
applied with one coat of bituminous primer, on drying of which, a 4 MM thick HMHDPE
Polyethylene tape will be wrapped by hot flame.
Table: 1
Overhead Hanger Supports- Maximum
Pipe Dia Hanger Rod Dia
Spacing as per NFPA
25 mm dia
3.6 Mtrs
32 mm dia 9.5 mm / (3/8”) dia
4.5 Mtrs
40 mm dia 9.5 mm / (3/8”) dia
4.5 Mtrs
50 mm dia 9.5 mm / (3/8”) dia
4.5 Mtrs
65 mm dia 9.5 mm / (3/8”) dia
4.5 Mtrs 9.5 mm / (3/8”) dia
80 mm dia
4.5 Mtrs
100 mm dia 9.5 mm / (3/8”) dia
4.5 Mtrs
125 mm dia 12.7 mm (1/2”) dia
4.5 Mtrs
250 mm dia 15.9 mm (5/8”) dia
Install the assembled pipe length directly below the actual position using manpower, nylon
rope, ladder, vertical lifts and other necessary tools as per requirement
Proper care will be taken while lifting the materials
The pipe will be checked for correct level and position and if necessary adjusted
Bottom of the Pipe will aligned for the pipes running horizontally. For this
eccentric reducers will be used for size variation.
Centre line of the pipe will be aligned for the pipes vertically. For this concentric
reducers will be used for size variation.
Then pipe field joints will be made by threading or welding method as per material
specification.
Before joining the joints, pipe line shall be cleaned for foreign materials inside it. Proper
temporary caps will be installed to all open ends.
Work location will be cleaned after completion of day’s work.
Identify the installation materials (like hydrant valves, hose reel etc.) and
accessories required as per approved drawing and confirm the availability of material before
the installation.
After completion of hydrostatic testing and complete flushing of the piping network, prior
permission will be taken for installation of the hydrants & fixtures
Required materials along with necessary tools & tackles and accessories will be shifted to the
work site as per programmed schedule.
Before installation of any equipment, the same shall be checked for foreign materials inside it
and proper operation of the equipment.
Hydrant valves will be installed by the means of bolting with the mating flange with insertion
of rubber or CAF gasket in the flange joint. Fasteners shall be of MS Galvanized. Note that
fasteners should not be painted.
Hose reel drum will be mounted on the wall as per approved shop drawings.
Rubber hose will be reeled on the drum by using worm hose clips. One end of the hose will be
connected to the incoming main of 25 mm dia pipe with isolation gate/ ball valve. Other end of
the hose reel will be connected to spray nozzle by means of worm hose clips.
Ensure the proper installation of isolation valve (with/without tamper switch) and flow switch
on the inlet side of hose reel system as per the approved shop drawings.
Fire hoses and branch pipes will be placed in the fire hose cabinet as per the approved shop
drawings.
A proper protocol will be prepared for the installation which will be signed by the concerned
authorities.
CHECK LIST
PIPING FOR FIRE HYDRANT & HOSE REEL SYSTEM
LOCATION:
DATE
1 Pipes, fittings and other accessories like valves, supports etc. received are to be
checked for make and technical specifications as per the approved submittals.
2 Check the quantity and quality of the materials received. Ensure the received materials
are conforming to the relevant standards for type, size, model and dimensions.
3 Check the received materials for transit damage, if so, return the materials.
5 Ensure the availability of approved latest shop drawings, manpower, tools equipments,
materials, site clearance before the commencement of installation.
7 Check for proper working of welding machine and all other equipments.
8 Check the pipe joint fit-up for proper gap and groove.
9 Check the root welding for slag, blow holes, excess/ lack of penetration, cracks etc.
11 Ensure the removal of temporary locks (like tack welding) and burrs by the means of
grinding after the final run of welding.
12 Ensure the inside of the pipe is free from foreign materials before starting the fit-up.
13 Check the supports for proper spacing and type as per approved drawings and ensure
it can bear the designed load of piping and accessories.
15 Ensure the installation of pipes for proper gap from adjacent sides i) to carry out field
welding.
17 Check the flange joints for proper sealing with rubber gasket.
20 Check the pipe installed for proper leveling and alignment and coordinated with other
services.
21 Check the drain valves installed and terminated to the location as per approved
drawings.
22 Check the height of the hydrant posts and Stand post for hose reel as per approved
drawings.
23 Check the hydrant post and Stand post for hose reel for exact location as per approved
drawings.
24 Check the sleeves provided to run the pipes through walls/floors or partitions are as
per approved drawings.
25 Check the sleeves are cut to length for mounting flush with both surfaces.
26 Check the opening around the pipes passing through walls / partitions etc. Are
properly sealed after completing the installation work.
27 Piping work is to be installed such that sufficient Spectacle is available for dismantling
of pipes, valves & accessories and re assembling at field location.
28 Ensure the satisfactory test result of the hydrostatic pressure test and maintaining the
test records duly approved by the concerned authorities.
29 Ensure the proper cleaning, degreasing & removal of rust before applying primer on
the pipe surface.
30 Check the application of primer for even thickness all around the pipe as per standards.
31 Check the dryness of the primer applied pipe surface area before applying first coat of
paint of approved color.
32 Ensure the completion of all installation, testing and commissioning activities before
applying the second coat of paint.
33 Ensure the piping and accessories installed are protected from any damages till the
handing over of the system to client.
34 Ensure the proper identification, flow directions and valve y\tags are provided as per
specifications.
CHECK LIST
LOCATION: DATE
1 Check the Hydrant valves, branch pipes, fire hoses, hose reel etc. received for make and
technical specifications as per the approved submittals.
2 Check the quantity and quality of the materials received. Ensure the received materials
are factory tested and confirming to the relevant standards for type, size, model and
dimensions.
3 Check the received materials for transit damage, if so, return the materials.
5 Ensure the completion of hydrostatic pressure testing of the piping network where the
equipments are to be installed.
6 Ensure Builders work drawings and shop drawings are coordinated & approved.
7 Ensure the availability of approved latest shop drawings, manpower, tools& equipment,
materials, site clearance before the commencement of installation.
10 Check the following before and after the installation of hose reel
equipment.
11 Check the rubber hose for any holes or cuts, before and after the installation.
12 Check the spray nozzle for any damage, free from foreign material and proper manual
operation before installation.
13 Ensure the proper tightening of rubber hose with hose reel, nozzle and incoming main.
14 Ensure proper tightening of flow switch on the incoming main and proper control
cabling to fire alarm panel.
15 Check the proper operation of hose reel and free flow of water through spray nozzle.
General:
All inspection and testing shall be carried out to satisfy the criteria that shall
Be evidence in the relevant inspection documents.
Maximum length of pipeline as per site conditions will be hydraulic tested to a pressure 1.5
times the system working pressure. Procedure of conducting hydraulic testing is as follows.
Pipe interiors will be cleared for any foreign materials.
Blank off all the open ends of pipes.
Arrangement for filling the water inside the pipe line, proper venting of air and hydraulic test
pump connection with pressure gauges will be made.
Pipeline will be checked for any leakage and if so that will be rectified immediately and above
said activities will be repeated.
The pipe line will be pressurized through hydraulic test pump, which will be driven either by
electric motor or manual.
During pressurization once again pipe line will be checked for leakages.
After attaining the required test pressure, the running of the pressurizing pump will be made
off and immediately the pressure reading of the pipe line will be noted. The
concerned approval authority for this test shall be present during testing
period at work location.
After two Hrs. pressures reading will be noted. And the test result will be
certified by the approval authority. If the test result is not satisfactory, the above said exercise
will be repeated till test gets satisfactory result.
Hydraulic Test Report will be prepared and get approved from the approval authority.
Water will be filled in the pipe line by means of filling pump or facility available at site.
Proper venting will be done so that all the air inside the pipeline by opening vents valve at all
high points. Water will be allowed to flow from all venting points for about 10 to 15 Minutes to
ensure that complete air has been removed.
After the confirmation of removal of all the air, all vent valves will be closed.
SYSTEM: :
LOCATION: :
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REF. DRG. NO ;
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DATE OF TEST :
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TEST PARAMETERS
INITIAL READINGS
FINAL READINGS
COMMENTS:
All the Devices and cable continuity to be checked for installation and commissioning check the proper
functioning.
Only experienced and competent personnel are permitted to use machinery. A person is deemed to be
competent on the successful completion or relevant training in combination with their on-site performance.
The suitable tonnage Hydra will be used to unload and Load in a safe place.
At the time of erection the area will be barricaded for unauthorized entry of persons.
Well skilled persons to use on erection. Workers to follow all the safety rules.
Toolbox meeting to be conducted before start the work.
Proper toolbox to be given to the workers before start the work.
While working above 2 meters safety belts is compulsory.
To give the proper signal to hydro and scissor lift operators.
Hot work permit in place before commencement of welding works if any.