METHOD STATEMENT NO.

: 1 ASD-NF -AG-ARS-MZFM-MS-FP-01 REVISION NO 00 DATE 06-12-2020

MINA ZAYED FISHERMAN’S WHARF FISH

MARKET
ABU DHABI, UNITED ARAB EMIRATES

Method of Statement Page 1 of 15

METHOD STATEMENT NO.: 1 ASD-NF -AG-ARS-MZFM-MS-FP-01 REVISION NO 00 DATE 06-12-2020

ISSUE RECORD
Rev No: 0 Date Prepared: Issued for Approval
October,06, 2020

Name Company Signature Date

Prepared By: Deepu Naffco
Reviewed By: Anu George Naffco
Approved By:
Approved By:

REVISION RECORD

This cover page is a record of all revisions of the document identified above by number and title. All previous cover pages are hereby
superseded and are to be destroyed

Rev. No. Date: By: Checked: Approvals Description and Page Numbers of Revisions

Method of Statement Page 2 of 15

 METHOD STATEMENT NO.: 1 ASD-NF -AG-ARS-MZFM-MS-FP-01 REVISION NO 00 DATE 06-12-2020

TABLE OF CONTENT

1. PURPOSE ............................................................................................................................................................................................. 4

2. PRERQUISITES TO PROCEDURE ............................................................................................................................................................ 4

3. TESTING AND COMMISSIONING CRITERIA.............................................................................................................................................. 4

4. REFERENCE DOCUMENTS/ DRAWINGS .................................................................................................................................................. 4

5. RESPONSIBILITIES ................................................................................................................................................................................ 5

6. SAFETY ASPECTS & PERMIT TO WORK REQUIREMENTS ........................................................................................................................ 6

6.1. SAFETY RULES DURING TESTING: ................................................................................................................................................................... 6

7.2 LIGHTING ....................................................................................................................................................................................................... 6
7.3 EMERGENCY ARRANGEMENTS ............................................................................................................................................................................. 6
7.4 DANGERS AND HAZARDS ...................................................................................................................................................................................... 6

7. EQUIPMENT REQUIRED ......................................................................................................................................................................... 7

8. PRE COMMISSIONING PROCEDURE AND METHODS ............................................................................................................................... 7

8.1 PRE-COMMISSIONING PROCEDURE - MECHANICAL ..................................................................................................................................................... 7

8.2 PRE-COMMISSIONING CHECKLIST – ELECTRICAL ....................................................................................................................................................... 7

9. COMMISSIONING PROCEDURE AND METHODS ...................................................................................................................................... 8

9.1 START-UP & COMMISSIONING PROCEDURE FOR JOCKEY PUMP .................................................................................................................................... 8

9.2 START-UP PROCEDURE FOR ELECTRIC PUMP ........................................................................................................................................................... 8
9.3 FLOW TEST PROCEDURE FOR ELECTRIC PUMP.......................................................................................................................................................... 9
9.4 START-UP PROCEDURE FOR DIESEL PUMP ............................................................................................................................................................ 10
9.5 FLOW TEST PROCEDURE FOR DIESEL PUMP ........................................................................................................................................................... 11
9.6 SEQUENCE OF OPERATION FOR FIRE PUMP ............................................................................................................................................................ 11

10. FIRE PUMP OPERATION DEMONSTRATION ...................................................................................................................................... 12

10.1 AUTOMATIC OPERATION DEMONSTRATION OF JOCKEY PUMP ..................................................................................................................................... 12

10.2 MANUAL OPERATION DEMONSTRATION OF JOCKEY PUMP .......................................................................................................................................... 12
10.3 AUTOMATIC OPERATION DEMONSTRATION OF ELECTRIC DRIVEN PUMP ........................................................................................................................ 12
10.4 MANUAL OPERATION DEMONSTRATION OF ELECTRIC DRIVEN PUMP ............................................................................................................................ 12
10.5 AUTOMATIC OPERATION DEMONSTRATION OF DIESEL DRIVEN PUMP ............................................................................................................................ 13
10.6 MANUAL OPERATION DEMONSTRATION OF DIESEL DRIVEN PUMP ................................................................................................................................ 13

11. INTERFACING DETAILS ................................................................................................................................................................... 13

12. DEMONSTRATION PROCEDURES .................................................................................................................................................... 13

13. QUALITY CONTROL......................................................................................................................................................................... 14

14. ATTACHMENTS ............................................................................................................................................................................... 14

15. COMMISSIONING FLOW CHART ....................................................................................................................................................... 15

Method of Statement Page 3 of 15

METHOD STATEMENT NO.: 1 ASD-NF -AG-ARS-MZFM-MS-FP-01 REVISION NO 00 DATE 06-12-2020

1. PURPOSE

The purpose of this document is to ensure satisfactory completion of the testing and
commissioning of the Fire pumps by following the procedures, the installer ensures
satisfactory completion of the job. These procedures are for the use and guidance of only
those personnel responsible for testing and commissioning of Fire pump.

Fire pump which is installed at the Project, is consisting Jockey, Electric and Diesel pumps
located in designated area of the project as per drawing

2. PRERQUISITES TO PROCEDURE

2.1. Material inspection of Fire pump to be approved by the consultant

2.2. Fire pump Installation approval by consultant
2.3. Installation, flushing and pressure test of Fire pump piping to be approved by the
consultant

2.4. Availability of water and power supply to perform fire pump Testing &
commissioning
3. TESTING AND COMMISSIONING CRITERIA

3.1 NFPA 20- Standard for the Installation of stationary pumps for fire protection
3.2 NFPA 25 - Standard for the Inspection, Testing, and Maintenance of Water-Based
fire protection
3.3 Local Authority Guidelines and Regulations - UAE Fire Code.

4. REFERENCE DOCUMENTS/ DRAWINGS

4.1 Material Submital – Fire pumps

4.2 Approved shop drawings and schematic diagram for fire pump room.

Method of Statement Page 4 of 15

METHOD STATEMENT NO.: 1 ASD-NF -AG-ARS-MZFM-MS-FP-01 REVISION NO 00 DATE 06-12-2020

5. RESPONSIBILITIES

 Project Manager – Will have the overall responsibility of the Project for execution,
quality and safety.
 The Project Engineer will maintain the planning progress and coordination of works
with Main Contractor.
 Site Engineer – Will be responsible for the day-to-day activities on site, for test sheet
and design information approval. The Site Engineer will report to the Project Engineer
 MEP Coordinator - Coordinates documentation, testing, and efforts related to project
plan, ensure all services and material related to testing and commissioning are ready on
the site.
 Foreman - Follow the testing activity program, Ensure the calibration of all equipment's
in use, Supervise labours
 QA/QC- Check all items to be fixed in proper way and prepare documents for the
inspection
 Safety Officer - Shall be responsible for the health & safety aspects on site as per the
Main contractor and MEP.
 Technician – will be directly responsible for the day-to-day testing on site.
 NAFFCO Representative – Will be responsible to provide start-up and commissioning
services

Method of Statement Page 5 of 15

 METHOD STATEMENT NO.: 1 ASD-NF -AG-ARS-MZFM-MS-FP-01 REVISION NO 00 DATE 06-12-2020

6. SAFETY ASPECTS & PERMIT TO WORK REQUIREMENTS

Health and Safety procedure will be implemented for this job No significant risk over and
above those normally associated with site working is anticipated

6.1. SAFETY RULES DURING TESTING:

To ensure safe conditions during testing bellow rules has to be followed

 Persons engaged with the Fire Pumps commissioning should have received
proper and adequate training related to procedures and test equipment utilized
for the testing activity
 Test instruments and test leads should be maintained in a safe condition

 Ensure that warning labels are installed on Fire Pump Room during
commissioning

7.2 LIGHTING

 Adequate lighting must be provided to ensure the good illumination on the

working area

7.3 EMERGENCY ARRANGEMENTS

 General: Site general safety procedures will be followed as per the site Induction
Course
 Fire Precautions: No significant fire risks associated with this activity, but
general fire precaution measures will be taken as per instruction

7.4 DANGERS AND HAZARDS

 Damage to Property
 Rotating Machinery
 Wet/Slippery

Method of Statement Page 6 of 15

METHOD STATEMENT NO.: 1 ASD-NF -AG-ARS-MZFM-MS-FP-01 REVISION NO 00 DATE 06-12-2020

7. EQUIPMENT REQUIRED

 Electrical - clip-on ammeter, digital multi-meter

 Pressure gauges and Flow meter – as installed

 Hand tools - Spanner, Screw Driver etc

8. PRE COMMISSIONING PROCEDURE AND METHODS

8.1 Pre-Commissioning Procedure - Mechanical

 Check and ensure that the all the installations related to Fire Pumps are completed in
the building and approved by consultant.
 Check the Drain lines of the pumps are properly connected to main drain line or drain
pit
 Check and ensure necessary pressure gauges (Fire pump Suction, Discharge and
Main header)
 Check Air release valve installed at the top of the pump casing.
 Check and ensure adequate lighting and ventilations are available at site.
 Check and ensure water and diesel are filled in the respective tanks.
 Check and ensure the alignment of the pumps.
 Check the necessary safety requirements are complied.
 Ensure the batteries are fully charged available at pump room
 Check and ensure Diesel engine filled with required oil and coolant
 Pump suction will be filled with clean water from the tank and completely vented of air
prior to starting

8.2 Pre-Commissioning Checklist – Electrical

 Check the all fire pump Control panel installed and bolted properly
 Check incoming cabling completed for all fire pump controller
 Check outgoing cabling completed for all fire pump controller
 Check the all cables are terminated properly to the control panel/engine and motor
side

Method of Statement Page 7 of 15

METHOD STATEMENT NO.: 1 ASD-NF -AG-ARS-MZFM-MS-FP-01 REVISION NO 00 DATE 06-12-2020

 Check earth wires are connected properly Control panel and motor side
 Check and ensure battery cables available at site
 Check and ensure that all electrical works related to fire pumps and controllers are
completed and approved by consultant
 Ensure pump controllers has electrical power supply and isolators are in off position
 Check and ensure the power availability and live test completion for the cables
 Check and correct rotation and control functions with all electrical and running
condition monitored and recorded

9. COMMISSIONING PROCEDURE AND METHODS

9.1 Start-Up & Commissioning Procedure for Jockey Pump

 Close system valve and open the suction and discharge valves
 Purge air from the pump through the air release valve mounted on pump.
 Check the voltage for incoming power supply
 Switch ON main isolator switch for the control panel
 Kick start the pump by turn the selector switch into manual Mode
 Check the rotation of the pump. (If the rotation is incorrect, switch of the controller and
interchange the outgoing cables)
 Check the current by using a clamp meter
 Check the discharge pressure
 Turn off the pump by turn the selector switch in off Mode
 Set the cut in pressure and cut off pressure in the controller (As per approved
Sequence of Operation)
 Keep the selector switch in auto mode
 Simulate pressure drop in the system by opening the drain line of the sensing line
 Check Pump is started at CUT IN point and once the pressure has reached to above
the CUT OUT point the pump should stop automatically
 Check for any leakage through mechanical seal
 Close the sensing line drain, pump operation should revert to normal

9.2 Start-Up Procedure for Electric Pump

 Open the suction valve and check for any leakages

 Check and confirm air release valve worked properly

Method of Statement Page 8 of 15

METHOD STATEMENT NO.: 1 ASD-NF -AG-ARS-MZFM-MS-FP-01 REVISION NO 00 DATE 06-12-2020

 Close the discharge valve and partially open the test line valve
 Place the isolator and breaker to “ON” position and check “POWER ON” light is
illuminated in the panel
 Kick start the pump by pushing the manual start button
 Check the rotation of the pump. (If the rotation is incorrect, switch off the controller and
interchange the outgoing cables)
 Check the current and voltage during electric pump operation
 Check shut of pressure of the fire pump and ensure the same is reaching as per the
pump name plate
 Adjust the Casing pressure relief valve and ensure free drain to the pit
 Check the pump packing glands to ensure proper tightness and adequate lubrication
 Ensure Stuffing box drain free in to the pit
 Verify operation of all supervisory signals (i.e., pump running, phase available, etc.).
 Stop pump by pressing manual stop button
 Set the cut-in pressure and cut-off pressure (As per approved Sequence of Operation)
 Simulate pressure drop in the system by opening the drain line of the sensing line
 Check Pump is started at CUT IN point and once the pressure has reached to above
the CUTOUT point and after time Delay (10 Minute) pump should stop automatically
 Close the sensing line drain, pump operation should revert to normal
 Switch off the control panel for preparing the flow test

9.3 Flow Test Procedure for Electric Pump

 Place the isolator and breaker to “ON” position and check “POWER ON” light is
illuminated in the panel
 Start the electrical pump by releasing the pressure or through manual start push
button
 Gradually open the Gate valve after the flow meter and check the flow
 Ensure the Shut Off, Rated and 150 % of the flow rate / Pressure and measure all
other parameters such as current, voltage and RPM are matching with the factory test
results
 Close the gate valve for the test line after the flow meter
 Switch off the controller

Method of Statement Page 9 of 15

METHOD STATEMENT NO.: 1 ASD-NF -AG-ARS-MZFM-MS-FP-01 REVISION NO 00 DATE 06-12-2020

9.4 Start-Up Procedure for Diesel Pump

 Open the suction valve and check for any leakages

 Check and confirm air release valve worked properly
 Close the discharge valve and partially open the test line valve
 Connect the Battery cable to Battery terminals.
 Ensure single phase power supply is available
 Switch ON AC / DC breaker Diesel pump control panel
 Open the fuel supply line and prime the fuel pump
 Kick start the engine through the Diesel engine instrument panel
 Check the Engine raw water-cooling line solenoid is operating and ensure free drain
in to the pit
 Check the pump packing glands to ensure proper tightness and adequate lubrication
 Ensure Stuffing box drain free in to the pit
 Check the engine RPM at instrument panel
 Check the Oil pressure and Water temperature at instrument panel
 Verify operation of all supervisory signals (i.e., pump running, faults, etc.).
 Check the pressure and confirm maximum pressure achieved
 Adjust Pressure relief valve if the pressure lower than the pump maximum pressure
 Switch off the engine.
 Keep the selector switch manual mode at Diesel pump control panel
 Press the manual start button (Crank button A or B)
 Check the Engine raw water-cooling line solenoid is operating and ensure free drain
in to the pit
 Check the engine RPM at instrument panel
 Check the Oil pressure and Water temperature at instrument panel
 Check the diesel pump for any abnormal sound/vibration
 Switch off the engine.
 Set the cut-in pressure and cut-off pressure (As per approved Sequence of operation)
 Keep the selector switch in auto mode at fire pump control panel
 Simulate pressure drop in the system by opening the drain line of the sensing line and
check the automatic operation
 Check Pump is started at CUT IN point
 Once the pressure has reached to above the CUTOUT point stop pumps manually by
pushing the stop button or the selector switch in OFF mode

Method of Statement Page 10 of 15

METHOD STATEMENT NO.: 1 ASD-NF -AG-ARS-MZFM-MS-FP-01 REVISION NO 00 DATE 06-12-2020

9.5 Flow Test Procedure for Diesel Pump

 Open the gate valve for test line and keep gate valve after flow meter closed
 Start the Diesel pump by releasing the pressure or through manual start push button
 Gradually open the gate valve after the flow meter and check the flow
 Ensure the Shut Off, Rated and 150 % of the flow rate / Pressure and measure all
other parameters like RPM, Oil pressure and water temperature is matching with the
factory test results
 Close the gate valve for the test line after the flow meter
 Switch off the controller

9.6 Sequence of Operation for Fire Pump

 Keep the all pump in Auto mode

 Simulate the pressure drop in the system by opening the test line valve or sensing
line drain Jokey should start as per the sequence
 Once the pressure has reached out the cut-in pressure (9 Bar) the jokey will continue
running to compensate the pressure till reached to the cut-off pressure (10 Bar),
jokey pump goes off automatically.
 Continue further pressure drop until pressure reached to the Cut-in pressure (8 Bar)
the electrical pump will start.
 Once the pressure has reached out Cut-off pressure (10 Bar), the pump will continue
ruining for 10 minutes and goes off automatically.
 Continue further pressure drop until pressure reached to the Cut-in pressure (7 Bar),
the Diesel pump will start
 Switch off the diesel pump manually
 Keep all the Fire pump in auto mode

Method of Statement Page 11 of 15

 METHOD STATEMENT NO.: 1 ASD-NF -AG-ARS-MZFM-MS-FP-01 REVISION NO 00 DATE 06-12-2020

10. FIRE PUMP OPERATION DEMONSTRATION

10.1 Automatic operation demonstration of Jockey Pump

Switch ON the Jockey pump controller and keep the selector switch AUTO mode Simulate
pressure drop in the system by opening the drain line installed in the sensing line. Jockey
pump to start when the pressure reaches to the cut in pressure, and pump will run till
reach to the cut-out pressure, the pump will STOP automatically. Close the drain valve
10.2 Manual operation demonstration of jockey pump

Switch ON the Jockey pump controller and keep the selector switch HAND mode Jockey
pump will start directly. To Switch OFF Jockey pump need to keep the selector switch in
to OFF Mode Note – Hand mode jockey will never stop automatically also jockey pump
will run at maximum pressure
10.3 Automatic operation demonstration of Electric Driven pump

Pressurize the system and Switch ON the Electric pump controller (Controller will be
AUTO mode) - simulate pressure drop in the system by opening the drain line installed in
the sensing line, Continue pressure drop until the duty pump Cut in pressure, Once the
pressure has reached the Cut in pressure, the pump start run, once pressure reached to
Cut out pressure pump will run for 10 Minutes after the time delay goes OFF
automatically. Close the drain valve
10.4 Manual operation demonstration of Electric Driven pump

Pressurize the system and Switch ON the Electric pump controller. Press the MANUAL
start push button and pump will start directly. Press the MANUAL STOP push button to
make the pump OFF Mode. Manual operation Electric pump will never stop automatically
also Electric pump will run at maximum pressure

Method of Statement Page 12 of 15

 METHOD STATEMENT NO.: 1 ASD-NF -AG-ARS-MZFM-MS-FP-01 REVISION NO 00 DATE 06-12-2020

10.5 Automatic operation demonstration of Diesel Driven pump

Connect the Battery and switch ON the control panel and Keep the Diesel Pump selector
switch in AUTO mode, simulate pressure drop in the system by opening the drain line
installed in the sensing line. Continue further pressure drop until the diesel pump Cut in
pressure once pressure has reached to Cut in pressure diesel pump start and maintain
the pressure. Close the drain valve and switch off the diesel pump MANUALLY.by
pressing the MANUAL STOP push button or keep the selector SWITCH OFF Mode
10.6 Manual operation demonstration of Diesel Driven pump

Keep the selector switch in Hand Mode, press manual crank button (Manual crank A or B)
Diesel pump will start, switch OFF the diesel pump manually.by pressing the Manual Stop
push button or keep the selector Switch OFF Mode

11. INTERFACING DETAILS

Check and ensure that the Fire pump interfaced with FACP, Fire pump supervisory alarm the
will be demonstrated with FACP

Signals - Fire pump

Pump Run Status – Electric and diesel pump

Common alarm - Electric and diesel pump

12. DEMONSTRATION PROCEDURES

After successful testing and commissioning for Fire Fighting Pumps by NAFFCO, the
results will be recorded in the commissioning test reports contained within this document.
The testing and commissioning of the Firefighting pumps will be verified by Consultant
upon completion of this, 100% of the system will be offered for inspection, approval and
acceptance with the consultant.

Method of Statement Page 13 of 15

 METHOD STATEMENT NO.: 1 ASD-NF -AG-ARS-MZFM-MS-FP-01 REVISION NO 00 DATE 06-12-2020

13. QUALITY CONTROL

13.1. Relevant Site Engineer(s) and QA/QC Engineer(s) shall monitor the works for
quality of workmanship and installation against approved construction
drawings.

13.2. All works shall be inspected for quality of workmanship and conformance to
specification prior to offering for inspection with CONSULTANT

14. ATTACHMENTS

Pre-commissioning and commissioning checklist

Method of Statement Page 14 of 15

 METHOD STATEMENT NO.: 1 ASD-NF -AG-ARS-MZFM-MS-FP-01 REVISION NO 00 DATE 06-12-2020

15. COMMISSIONING FLOW CHART

Start

Method Statement Fire Pump Installation Fire Pump

& Test Sheet Complete, Pressure Technical
Approval Tested & Signed off by Submittal
Consultant Approved

Availability of
water/Diesel and Power
Supply

Fire Pump Pre-Commissioning

Fire Pump Commissioning

System Test Witness

Stop

Method of Statement Page 15 of 15