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TITLE: STATEMENT OF METHODOLOGY FOR INSTALLATION OF PERFORATED PIPE PURPOSE: The puprpose of this methodology is to illustrate the guidelines and procedures on the installation of Perforated Pipeping and underdrain works. SCOPE: The work procedure shall apply to Plumbing System for the Construction of all permanent and major temporary works. PROCEDURES: A. PRE-INSTALLATION 1. Secure the approved plans and drawings to be used for the activity 2. Verify if the area is ready for the activity 3. prepare all the  materials needed based on the approved material submittals. Materials should be checked and inspected upon delivery prior to installation. 4. Prepare all the required manpower, tools and equipments, and PPE for the installation. 5. Secure all the required work permits and safety permits prior to exevution of activities. B. INSTALLATION PROCEDURE: 1. Drill holes in the PVC Pipe. The hole diameter shall be 13mm with spacing of 150mm staggered or as recommended by the designers an...

  TITLE: STATEMENT OF METHODOLOGY FOR INSTALLATION OF FEEDMAIN, CROSSMAIN AND BRANCHLINES PURPOSE: The puprpose of this methodology is to illustrate the guidelines and procedures on the installation of feedmains, crossmains and branchlines for Fire Protection works. SCOPE: The work procedure shall apply to Fire Protection works for the Construction of all permanent and major temporary works. PROCEDURES: A. PRE-INSTALLATION 1. Secure the approved plans and drawings to be used for the activity 2. Verify if the area is ready for the activity 3. prepare all the  materials needed based on the approved material submittals. Materials should be checked and inspected upon delivery prior to installation. 4. Prepare all the required manpower, tools and equipments, and PPE for the installation. 5. Secure all the required work permits and safety permits prior to exevution of activities. B. PIPE SLEEVING 1. Refer to the Statement of Methodology for Pipe Sleeving works posted on this blog. C...

  TITLE:  METHOD STATEMENT FOR DETAILED PIPE WELDING 1. Purpose    This method statement describes in detail the welding process for piping system and the welder's qualification test procedures. This includes programs  to maintain quality welding works. 2. Scope         This method statement outlines the method of welding process  for pipe works and the welding     procedure quallification test for welders. This method statement covers all pipe welding works   at the project site and at the fabrication shop. 3. Testing Procedures   Inspection and Recording Requirements       a. The mechanical contractor will provide / submit to the Project / Contruction Manager  up-to-date copies of  "Welding Certificate" of welders to utilized at site prior to start of pipe welding works. Each qualified welder shall always carry with the a copy of their welding certificates for easy...

TITLE: METHOD STATEMENT FOR INSPECTION AND LEAKAGE TESTING (PRESSURE TEST) OF AIR DUCT 1. Purpose This method statement describes the detailed inspection and leakage testing plan (pressure test) for the air duct. 2. Scope This method statement covers all scope of works related to air duct leakage testing (presure test). 3. Testing Procedures Leakage Testing of G.I. Air Duct: * The conventional leak testing of air duct is based on a positive pressure mode analysis. It involves using temporay plugs / seals (plates, sheets, balloons, bags, etc.) in openings of the duct to be tested. At the duct opening on one end of the specimen to be tested, connect the blower and other test instruments/equipment as shown in illustrations 1 and 2 below. * Select a test pressure not to exceed the pressure class rating of the duct. * Calculate the allowable leakage using the leakage factors applicable to the duct area. * Select and calculate a duct section to be tested for which the estimated leakage will ...

TITLE: METHOD STATEMENT FOR  SLEEVING WORK 1.Purpose ● The Purpose of this method statement is to detail the procedure of sleeving works. Ensure that proper installation procedure shall be implemented in accordance with existing general provisions. 2. Scope of Work ● The work under this section includes providing all manpower, tools and equipment’s for jointing installation of sleeves. 3. Procedure ● Make sure that all  tools and PPE’s are complete. ● Secure work permits before proceeding to the required work. ● Prepare all the following tools needed for the installation of sleeves. - Plum bob - Measuring tape - Level bar - Adjustable Wrench - A-type Ladder ● The length of pipe sleeve shall be the sa...

     TITLE: METHOD STATEMENT FOR THE INSTALLATION OF PPR PIPES FOR WATER LINE 1.PURPOSE ● The Purpose of this method statement is to detail the procedure of Jointing of PPR-PN20 Pipes and Fittings for Potable and Non-Potable Water line. Ensure that proper installation procedure shall be implemented in accordance with existing general provisions. 2. SCOPE OF WORK ● The work under this section includes providing all manpower, tools and equipment’s for jointing PPR Pipes and fittings. 3. PROCEDURE ● Secure work permits before proceeding to the required work.            ● Make sure that PPE's are complete. ● Prepare the following tools and equipments: - Pipe Cutter - Meter Tape - Fusion Machine - Extension Cord - Socket Welder - Clean Cloth - Pencil / Marker ...

TITLE: GRAVITY LEAK TEST (NON PRESSURIZED PIPING SYSTEM) 1. Purpose       The purpose of this method statement is to detail the Hydrostatic Test for Non-Pressurized Piping System. Ensure that proper installation procedure shall be implemented in accordance with existing general provision 2. Scope of Work The work under this section includes providing all manpower, tools and equipments for hydrostatic testing.  3.    Procedure • Make sure that all tools and PPE’s are complete. • Secure work permits before proceeding to the required work. • Prepare all the following needed tools for testing. - Motorized Test Pump - Testing Manifold - Pipe Wrench - Calibrated Pressure Gauge (Refer to attached sticker) - Adjustable Wrench - Masking Tape - Drum and Hose • Prepare the necessary documents such as inspection and testing permits with specified key plan location attached as well as other pertinent document...

  TITLE: CONSTRUCTION OF DRAINAGE SYSTEM 1 SCOPE This method statement deals with surveys and layout, excavation, pipe laying, pipe collaring and backfilling of drainage system in the preparation of drainage box to complete the drainage line. 2 REFERENCE DOCUMENTS 2.1 Project Specification 2.2 Approved Plans 2.3 ITP – Inspection Test Plan 3 WORK PROCEDURE 3.1 Survey and Layout A. Preparation • Orientation of Workers or toolbox meeting before start of work. • Wear complete personal protective equipment always on the jobsite. • Secure work permit based on the scope of work to be executed. • Review plans for what and where the activity must be conducted. • Clear the area and install barricades before execution of the activity. • Ensure that all submittals are approved and signed. B. Execution • Ensure that the request for layout was submitted to survey group a day before the execution of activity. • Provide work activity permit prior to start the activity. ...