S TR FIF (Rev 2018)

STANDARD TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS FOR ELECTRIC WORKS
Fire Fighting
( SPECIFICATION )
FIRE PROTECTION SYSTEM
TRANSCO STANDARD : S-TR-FIF (REV 0-2018)
S-TR-FIF (Rev 0-2018) Page 1 of 34

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Fire Protection System
CONTENTS
1 GENERAL ....................................................................................................................... 4
1.1 Fundamental Design Data ................................................................................................. 7
1.2 Drawings ........................................................................................................................... 8
1.3 Site Conditions .................................................................................................................. 8
1.4 Equipment Identification and Color Codes ....................................................................... 8
2 APPLICABLE CODES & STANDARDS ..................................................................... 8
2.1 Common Standards for Fire Protection Systems ............................................................... 8
2.2 Alternative Codes and Standards .................................................................................... 10
2.3 Precedence of Codes and Standards ................................................................................ 10
3 TECHNICAL DESCRIPTION .................................................................................... 10
3.1 Scope of Specification ..................................................................................................... 10
3.2 Construction Requirements ............................................................................................. 11
3.2.1 General ............................................................................................................................ 11
3.2.2 Fire Zones ........................................................................................................................ 12
3.3 Emergency Exits.............................................................................................................. 14
3.3.1 Overview ......................................................................................................................... 14
3.3.2 Means of Egress .............................................................................................................. 14
3.4 Fire Fighting Water Tank ................................................................................................ 14
3.5 Fire Fighting Water Pump Station................................................................................... 15
3.6 Outside Protection ........................................................................................................... 17
3.6.1 Fire Water Service Main ................................................................................................. 17
3.6.2 Outdoor Hydrants ............................................................................................................ 17
3.6.3 Hose Cabinets for Outdoor Hydrants .............................................................................. 18
3.7 Stand Pipe and Hose Systems ......................................................................................... 18
3.8 Sprinkler Systems ............................................................................................................ 19
3.9 Water Spray Fixed Systems ............................................................................................ 19
3.10 CO2 Extinguishing Systems ............................................................................................ 20
3.10.1 Room Integrity and CO2 Discharge Test ........................................................................ 23
3.11 Fire Detection and Fire Alarm System ............................................................................ 23
3.11.1 Fire Protection Panel ....................................................................................................... 25
3.11.2 Manual Fire Alarm Stations ............................................................................................ 26
3.11.3 Analogue Addressable Fire Detectors ............................................................................. 26
3.11.4 Audible Alarms ............................................................................................................... 27
3.11.5 Visible Alarms................................................................................................................. 27
3.11.6 Manual Release Push Buttons ......................................................................................... 27
3.11.7 Cabling ............................................................................................................................ 27
3.11.8 Fire Detection with Fiber Optic-Linear Heat Detection Systems Applicable for Outdoor Cable
Tunnels ............................................................................................................................ 27
3.12 Inspection and Testing..................................................................................................... 28
3.12.1 Fire Water Pump Skid ..................................................................................................... 28
3.12.2 General ............................................................................................................................ 28
3.12.3 Pumps .............................................................................................................................. 29
3.12.4 Diesel Engine .................................................................................................................. 30
3.12.5 Motors ............................................................................................................................. 30
3.12.6 Controllers ....................................................................................................................... 31
3.12.7 Site Test ........................................................................................................................... 31

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3.13 Fire Extinguishers............................................................................................................ 31

3.13.1 Wheeled Fire Extinguishers ............................................................................................ 31
3.13.2 Portable Fire Extinguishers ............................................................................................. 31
3.13.3 Fire Blankets.................................................................................................................... 32
3.14 Cable Penetration Seals ................................................................................................... 32
3.15 Fire Resistant/Retardant Coating of Cables .................................................................... 33
4 MAINTENANCE .......................................................................................................... 34
5 FIRE PROTECTION REQUIREMENT FOR MOBILE
SUBSTATIONS ............................................................................................................. 34
6 APPLICABLE TESTS .................................................................................................. 34
7 APPROVAL DATA AND DRAWINGS ..................................................................... 34

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FIRE PROTECTION SYSTEM
1 GENERAL
This specification shall cover the design, manufacture, factory testing, marking, packing,
shipping, transportation to site, installation, site testing and commissioning as well as all required
documentation for the tested equipment as specified and as additionally deemed necessary for
safe and reliable operation of the different fire protection systems. The specifications shall be
applicable for EHV, HV, MV, LV substations and svc plants, as well as other installations within
the power distribution network. Those substations may be located in single storied buildings
enclosed by boundary walls or fences or in multi storied buildings with or without boundaries
and very limited space. Further detailed and specific data are contained in the data sheets and the
drawings, which form part of these specifications. Substation Buildings are categorized as
critical industrial occupancies for life safety evaluations and special purpose industrial
occupancy hazard group for fire suppression purposes because of the mixed hazard nature of
substations. The complete system shall be designed considering these specifications and
prevailing the latest UAE Fire and Life Safety Code of Practice from Civil Defence Authority.
The fire protection system shall mainly consist of the following installations and equipment as
applicable and depending on the kind and location of the substation:
 Firefighting water tanks
 Firefighting water pump station
 Fire water service main
 Hydrants and hose cabinets
 Standpipes and hose systems
 Sprinkler systems
 Water spray fixed systems
 CO2 extinguishing systems
 Fire detection and fire alarm system
 Wheeled and portable fire extinguishers
 Fire resistant/retardant coatings
 Installation material like supports, hangers, sleeves, clamps, gaskets, sealings, bulk heads,
cable penetration seals, electrical cables etc. for the complete fire protection system
 Spare parts and special tools.

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The firefighting installations and detection systems to be installed are indicated in the following
table:
SURVEY OF FIRE PROTECTION SYSTEMS TO BE INSTALLED
Building/Area/Equipmen
No. Fire Fighting Installations Detection System
t to be Protected
Automatic CO2 system into cubicles Early Warning Smoke
High voltage switchgear only, wheeled CO2-extinguishers, Detection System,
1
halls. portable dry chemical and CO2 fire
extinguishers. Manual fire alarm stations.
Automatic CO2 total flooding fixed Early Warning Smoke

Medium voltage rooms system, wheeled CO2 extinguishers, Detection System,
2
(33kV). portable dry chemical and CO2 fire

3 Low voltage rooms. system, portable dry chemical and Detection System,
CO2 fire extinguishers. Manual fire alarm stations.
Outdoor Oil filled
transformers, reactors, etc. Heat detectors,
4 Automatic fixed water spray systems.
(except station Manual fire alarm stations.
transformers).
Automatic Fixed Water Spray
System (Actuation shall be only
through Linear Heat detection Smoke detectors, Linear
5 Cable basements / tunnels. system); fire resistant / retardant Heat detection system,
coating of cable penetrations, Manual fire alarm stations.
portable dry chemical and CO2 fire
extinguishers.
Automatic CO2 total flooding system, Early Warning Smoke
wheeled CO2 extinguishers, portable Detection System,
6 Indoor Capacitors Room.
dry chemical and CO2 fire
Heat detectors,
7 Outdoor capacitors. Fire extinguishers.
Manual fire alarm stations.
Fire barriers approx. at every 40 m Smoke detectors and Linear

Cable reinforced concrete
8 with fire stopping at the cable Heat sensing system for
trenches (in-accessible).
penetrations. cables/trays.

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Building/Area/Equipmen
No. Fire Fighting Installations Detection System
t to be Protected
Fire barriers at every floor level. Fire Early warning smoke
9 Cable Shafts. barriers and fire stopping at cable detection system, Linear
penetrations. Heat detection system.
Accessible Open-
Fire barriers approx. every 2400m Linear Heat detection
Cut/Shielded Tunnels for
10 (every 3rd cable span) and fire system applying FOC
tunnels other than
stopping at cable penetrations. technology.
substations.
system, Detection System,
11 Control room.
Portable dry chemical and
Battery Charger Room,

Relay, computer,
system, Detection System,
12 telecommunication rooms,
AC control panel room and Manual fire alarm stations.
CO2 fire extinguishers.
similar electrical rooms.
Combination of explosion
proof flame and heat
Automatic CO2 total flooding fixed
detection,
system,
13 Battery rooms.
Portable dry chemical and H2 detectors (explosion
CO2 fire extinguishers. proof type),
General areas, lobbies, Indoor hydrants (recessed type) Smoke and/or heat
14 kitchens, small stores, Portable dry chemical and detectors,
guard house, etc. CO2 fire extinguishers. Manual fire alarm stations.
Automatic sprinkler system, Early Warning Smoke

15 Offices Portable dry chemical and Detection System,
Automatic sprinkler system and Smoke and/or heat
Fire Pump Room,
indoor hydrants, detectors,
16 Workshop and storage
buildings Manual fire alarm stations.
CO2 fire extinguishers.

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No. Building/Area/Equipmen Fire Fighting Installations Detection System

t to be Protected
17 HVAC plant rooms. Automatic Sprinkler System, Duct smoke detectors,
Portable dry chemical and Smoke and/or heat
CO2 fire extinguishers. detectors,
Outdoor hydrants and hose cabinets, Smoke and /or heat

All other buildings and detectors,
18 Portable dry chemical and
areas.
CO2 fire extinguishers. Manual fire alarm stations
For supply items, standard designs and models from the manufacturing program of
Bidders/Contractors are preferred, provided they meet the requirements of this Specification, and
serve the intended purpose.
It is not the intent to specify completely herein all the details of design and manufacturing of the
above specified equipment. It may be noted that norms, standards specified are the bare
minimum that is required. The above specified equipment shall conform in all respects to high
standards of engineering design and workmanship and should be capable of performing
continuous commercial operation within the parameters guaranteed by the supplier in a manner
acceptable to TRANSCO. TRANSCO shall have power to reject any material if found, in their
judgement, not in accordance with the specifications.
If a substantial improvement of any of the specified technical requirements, which is seen by the
Bidder/Contractor advantageous to TRANSCO, is desired to be presented in the Bid, this may be
proposed as an alternative to that, which is assumed to be in conformity with the specified
design. However, it is not mandatory that the alternative design is going to be accepted, but shall
be subject to the decision of TRANSCO upon evaluation of the same. The difference in price
shall be clearly stated in percentage/unit.
The fire protection system offered shall be complete in all respects and fully compliance with
latest code of Civil Defence Authority of UAE necessary for its effective and trouble free
operation.
1.1 Fundamental Design Data

The fundamental design data are specified in the following part of the Standard Technical
Specification.
 S-TR-GEN-GDF - General Conditions
 S-TR-GEN-STC - Special Technical Requirements
 S-TR-GEN-SFL - System Characteristics
 S-TR-GEN-EDF - Electrical Design Fundamentals

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 S-TR-GEN-CDF - Civil Design Fundamentals

 S-TR-GEN-ID - Components Marking
 S-TR-GEN-SQA - Safety and Quality
1.2 Drawings
Typical drawing for the fire protection system provided in the Drawings Section are as follows:
Drawing No. Title
DWG TR FIF 01 01 P&I Diagram for Water Extinguishing System
DWG TR FIF 01 02 Tentative P & I Diagram for CO2 Protection System
DWG TR FIF 01 03 Details of Concrete Anchor/Thrust Blocks for Underground Fire
Pipes
1.3 Site Conditions

For site requirements, reference shall be made to the Standard Technical Specification Part:
 S-TR-GEN-GDF - General Conditions
1.4 Equipment Identification and Color Codes

Concerning fire protection system identification, reference shall be made to Standard Technical
Specification, Part:
 S-TR-GEN-ID - Components Marking
2 APPLICABLE CODES & STANDARDS

The equipment provided under this Specification shall be manufactured under quality assurance
system conforming to the latest ISO versions or equivalent National Standard.
Reference shall be made to:
 S-TR-GEN-GDF - General Requirements - General Conditions
The latest Revision or Edition of the following Standards shall be applicable:
2.1 Common Standards for Fire Protection Systems

Codes as Chapters 1 - UAE Fire and Life Safety Code of Practice (Latest), other
applicable to 19 requirements of code as applicable.
IEC 61936-1 - Power installations exceeding 1 KVac – Common Rules

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IEEE 979 - Guide for Substation Fire Protection

IEEE Std 634 - Cable Penetration Fire Stop Qualification Test
IEEE Std 817 - Standard for Test Procedure for Flame-Retardant Coatings
applied to Insulated Cables in Cable Trays
IEEE Std 979 - Guide for substation fire protection
IEEE Std 980 - Guide for Containment and Control of Spills in Substations
IEEE Std 1202 - Standard for Flame Testing of Cables for Use in Tray in
Industrial and Commercial Occupancies
NFPA 1 - Fire Prevention Code
NFPA 10 - Portable Fire Extinguishers
NFPA 12 - Standard on Carbon Dioxide Extinguishing Systems
NFPA 13 - Standard for the Installation of Sprinkler Systems
NFPA 14 - Standard for the Installation of Stand-Pipe and Hose Systems
NFPA 15 - Standard for Water Spray Fixed Systems for Fire Protection
NFPA 17 - Dry Chemical Extinguishing Systems
NFPA 20 - Standard for the Installation of Centrifugal Fire Pumps
NFPA 22 - Standard for Water Tanks for Private Fire Protection
NFPA 24 - Standard for the Installation of Private Fire Service Mains and
their Appurtenances
NFPA 25 - Water-Based Fire Protection Systems
NFPA 72 - National Fire Alarm Code
NFPA 80 - Fire Doors and Fire Windows
NFPA 90A - Air Conditioning Systems
NFPA 92A - Smoke-Control Systems
NFPA 204A - Smoke, Heat Venting
NFPA 251 - Fire Tests of Building Construction and Materials
NFPA 252 - Fire Tests of Door Assemblies
NFPA 255 - Burning Characteristics of Building Material
NFPA 291 - Fire Hydrants
NFPA 497A - Class I Hazardous Locations for Electrical Installations
NFPA 850 - Fire Protection for Electric Generating Plants

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NFPA 1961 - Fire Hose

NFPA 1963 - Fire Hose Connections
NFPA 1964 - Spray Nozzles
NFPA 1981 - Self-Containing Breathing Apparatus
NFPA - - Any other latest NFPA standards as applicable
2.2 Alternative Codes and Standards

The Bidder/Contractor may propose alternative Codes and Standards provided they are proven to
give equivalent degree of quality as the referenced Codes and Standards. Acceptance of any
alternative Codes or Standard is at the discretion of TRANSCO.
2.3 Precedence of Codes and Standards

In case of discrepancy between these Specifications and any of the applicable Codes and
Standards, the following order of precedence shall apply:
 Project scope of works.
 Latest UAE Fire and Life Safety Code of Practice by CDA- UAE
 This specification
 Drawings and Data Sheets
 Applicable Codes and Standards
 Acceptable Alternative Codes and Standards.
The Bidder/Contractor shall note that compliance of the manufacturer with the provision of these
specifications does not relieve him from his responsibility to supply the equipment and
accessories of proper design, electrically and mechanically so as to meet the specifications and
guaranteed parameters during the service conditions.
3 TECHNICAL DESCRIPTION
3.1 Scope of Specification

This specification covers all fire protection installations, supplemented by a fire detection and
fire alarm system controlled by one central automatic fire detection and protection panel ,
complete in every respect and suitable for satisfactory operation to offer protection for all
installations of this station complex, as required and applicable, depending on the kind and
location of the station.
Fire protection water shall be taken from dedicated above ground steel fire water tanks, filled
with potable water for this purposes only.

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One (1) electric motor driven firefighting pump as well as one (1) diesel engine driven
firefighting pump. Each pump, with a capacity of 100%, shall take suction from the firefighting
water tanks and supply fire protection water into a fire water service main.
This fire water service main shall be routed above ground, designed as a ring system and shall
supply firefighting water to outdoor hydrants, indoor hose stations and all water based
extinguishing systems, like sprinkler systems and water spray fixed systems.
The total volume of the two fire water tanks shall be determined considering the largest water
based single system operating for one hour along with simultaneous operation of one external
hydrant (with two hoses) with a design flow rate of not less than 1890 litres/minute.
The capacity of each Electric Main Pump and standby Diesel Pump shall be the sum of the flow
rates of the above mentioned largest single system and one external hydrant (with two hoses).
The pump head shall be determined using software. Hydraulic calculations shall be submitted.
Under normal stand-by conditions, the fire water service main, the hydrants, the hose stations
and the fire protection systems shall be pressurised by two (2) jockey pumps and one (1)
water/air pressure vessel.
For all rooms and areas with water based extinguishing systems, adequate provisions for
drainage shall be provided and the drains shall be connected to the plant drainage system.
3.2 Construction Requirements

3.2.1 General
Generally the design, installation and tests shall be accomplished in accordance with the latest
edition of the American NFPA-Codes, FM or the German DIN / EN and VdS Forms and
Standards, Lloyds Register-UK, LPCB or equivalent and as herein specified.
The equipment/material to be supplied for the firefighting, analogue addressable detection and
alarm installations shall be approved by one of the following authorities:
 Factory Mutual, FM
 Underwriter's Laboratory, UL
 Verband der Schadenversicherer, VdS.
 LPCB
 Lloyd’s Register-UK.
Each major component of protective firefighting equipment shall be marked in Arabic and
English in accordance with NFPA recommendations. Each and every valve in every system shall
be identified with a metal tag, bearing a white enamelled number on a red field, secured to the
valve wheel or body. All details of this requirement shall be subject to prior approval.
The firefighting installations must, in any case, be ready for operation before commissioning the
station.

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Only companies experienced in the design and erection of fire protection installations will be
accepted as (Sub-Contractors) and all works for design, installation, supervision, testing and
commissioning shall be performed directly through these Bidders/Contractors. Further sub-
contracting of any work will not be accepted.
The design of buildings, civil constructions as well as all fire protection installations shall also
confirm to local regulations, latest edition and amendments, and are subject to acceptance by the
local authority having jurisdiction. Latest UAE Fire and Safety Code of Practise as required by
CDA- UAE shall prevail. Contractor shall be responsible to get copy of the latest code from
CDA-UAE and implement all their requirements for design of the automatic fire alarm and
protection system. Any requirement specific to TRANSCO specifications as mentioned
anywhere in this document shall also be complied.
3.2.2 Fire Zones
3.2.2.1 General
Each building shall be sub-divided into various fire zones. The fire barrier (membrane) either in
vertical or horizontal, such as a wall, door or floor assembly shall be designed and constructed
with a fire resistance rating of minimum 1½ hr and 2 hrs for basements to limit the spread of fire
and also to restrict the movement of smoke.
The following areas shall always form an independent fire zone:
 As required by Civil Defence latest codes;
 Each floor, except for stairways and elevator shafts.
 Each staircase, which is defined as emergency exit and escape route.
 Each plant, MV and LV switchgear room.
 Each control, relay, telecommunication and computer room.
 Each transformer bay.
 Each cable floor, cable shaft and cable tunnel.
 Each battery room.
 Each Air Handling Units & Air Conditioning Control Panel Rooms.
 Each storage room.
 Workshops and stores.
 Firefighting water pump room.
All electrical cables or pipes running through openings of fire resistant walls and ceilings must
be properly sealed with an approved sealing system, consisting of fire resistant materials
providing a fire resistance for a minimum of 90 minutes.
Air-conditioning and ventilation ducts penetrating fire walls or ceilings shall be provided with
motorized fire dampers, equipped with magnetic release via fire Alarm/HVAC panel as detected

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by the fire detection and fire alarm system, limit switches for central indications and motorized
re-opening system. In addition, fire dampers shall be provided with a release via a fusible link.
Fire zones shall have adequately designed fixed smoke evacuation / extraction systems.
Outdoor cable trenches shall have fire barriers by means of approved sealing systems in
distances not exceeding 40 m.
3.2.2.2 Stairs and Escape Routes

Stairwells shall be constructed fire-resistant in all directions in a manner to serve as escape
routes and shall be isolated from the basement/tunnel by fire resistance doors.
For means of egress, the applicable local codes and requirements shall be considered and escape
routes and exits shall be marked by relevant approved signs and labels.
3.2.2.3 Basements and Accessible Cable Tunnels

The risk of fire spreading in accessible cable tunnel can be greatly reduced by sectionalising the
tunnels in small and suitable fire sections of not more than 40 m of the tunnel length by means of
fire resistant sectionalising walls, doors and cable penetration seals.
The fire resistant sectionalising walls, except the openings left for cable penetrations, shall be
made of concrete, bricks, mortar, high-density mineral fibre panels or of any other proper
materials, tested and approved to international fire test criteria, providing a fire resistance for a
minimum of 90 minutes.
Fire resistant and self-closing doors of minimum 0.60 m width and 2.00 m height, tested and
approved to international fire test criteria, providing a fire resistance for a time set by the Civil
Defence authority, and shall be integrated in the sectionalising walls.
The remaining space between the penetrating control and power cables and the openings in the
fire resistant sectionalising walls shall be sealed with an approved sealing system, providing a
fire resistance for the time set by the Civil Defence authority.
The maximum vertical distance between cable trays and between cable trays and ceilings shall
not be less than 200 mm.
The maximum width of the cable trays shall not exceed 600 mm.
The passage width between the cable trays shall be between 700 mm and 900 mm.
The height of the cables installed on the cable trays shall not exceed 60 mm.
Min. 30 % free space of the cable tray or ladder area on which the cables will be installed shall
be provided.
Each fire section of an accessible cable tunnel & Basement shall be supervised by smoke
detectors as part of the general fire detection and fire alarm system.
Each fire section of an accessible cable tunnel & Basement shall be protected from fire by Water
Spray System (Actuation shall be only through Linear Heat detection system) and the cables
including their trays, ladders and supports shall be coated with a fire retardant material.

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For the water based fire protection systems, adequate drainage shall be provided.
3.2.2.4 Cable Trenches

The risk of fire spreading in cable trenches can be greatly reduced by sectionalising the trenches
in small and suitable fire sections of not more than 40 m of the trench length by means of fire
resistant sectionalising walls and cable penetration seals.
The fire resistant sectionalising walls, except the openings left for cable penetrations, shall be
made of concrete, bricks, mortar, high-density mineral fibre panels or of any other proper
materials, tested and approved to international fire test criteria, providing a fire resistance for a
minimum of 90 minutes.
The remaining space between the penetrating control and power cables and the openings in the
fire resistant sectionalising walls shall be sealed with an approved sealing system, providing a
fire resistance for a minimum of 90 minutes.
3.3 Emergency Exits
3.3.1 Overview
Passages and ways leading to exits and emergency exits shall be clearly marked by suitable
symbols and signs both in English and Arabic. Lighted emergency exit signs which meet NFPA
requirements shall be of the maintained (always ON with battery back-up) type. Distances and
locations should be foreseen as per NFPA requirements. All building and room doors for
electrical installations must be equipped with escape facilities.
3.3.2 Means of Egress

3.3.2.1
Minimum of two stair cases exits shall be located diagonally opposite for cable basement and on
either ends for cable tunnels, which shall be accessible to ground floor. The maximum travel
distance shall be limited to 23m without any dead ends.
3.4 Fire Fighting Water Tank

The firefighting water tank shall be designed, constructed and tested in accordance with NFPA
22, latest edition.
The net capacity of the two tanks (2x50% each) shall cover the water demand for all systems as
required for fighting the maximum risk of the station complex and all in compliance to NFPA
850 and fulfilling requirements of latest UAE Fire and Safety Codes.
The tank shall be above ground made of galvanized steel bolted plates, installed nearby the fire
pump house as shown on the latest revision of the standard technical specification drawings.

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The tank shall be painted against corrosion via powder coating method on its inside and outside
surfaces as specified in Standard Technical Specification, Part:
 S-TR-CORR - Corrosion Protection
The tanks along with EPDM lining shall be Type A LPCB/ UL/FM listed and with 10 years
warranty covering any defects from the vendor with back to back warranties from contractor and
sub-contractor. Tanks shall also be provided with minimum 1mm thick EPDM potable water
quality lining of WRAS or equivalent certification along with Geo-Textile matting covering the
whole outer inner surface and base of the tank. The tank and its foundation bolts and all other
related materials shall be designed for zone 2A seismic zone. The fire Protection subcontractor
shall get carried out detail design of the tanks by the approved fire water tank vendor using
software program, giving all details with consideration of hoop stresses, axial stresses, axial
load, wind load, seismic stresses, etc. and get the design approved from TRANSCO/Engineer. In
any case the minimum thickness selected for tank design steel plates for any course number shall
not be less than 2 mm. The steel tanks shall be provided with factory hot dip galvanized and the
tanks sheets shall be finally powder coated internal & external from ADWEA/ TRANSCO
approved local facility.
The tanks shall be completed with all required foundations, supports, brackets, roof, ladders,
manhole, discharge pipe, connections for filling and test lines, drain, sump pit, vent, overflow,
level indication, etc. in accordance with the specified Codes and Standards.
The tank shall have an automatic filling device with level switch, connected to the potable water
system.
The tank shall have a continuous level supervision with local indication and a remote LED
display indication in the control room with alarms for critical tank levels, i.e., dry run level to
protect the pumps and minimum critical water level alarm installed at approximately ¼ of
maximum water level.
In case of space constrained, the two tanks may be reinforced concrete underground with
acceptance from Transco and included in the scope of work as shown on the latest revision of the
Standard Technical Specification Drawing for the underground tank requirement, Conceptual
Layout of Fire Fighting Water Tank & Pump Room, Dwg. no. TR-FIF-01-04
3.5 Fire Fighting Water Pump Station

The fire fighting pumps shall be designed, installed and tested in accordance with NFPA 20,
latest edition.
The fire fighting pumps shall take suction from the fire fighting water tank in which water shall
be available at any time for fire fighting purposes only.
The fire fighting pumps shall supply the fire fighting water into a fire water service main to
outdoor hydrants, indoor hose stations, sprinkler systems and water spray fixed systems.

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The pump installations shall be located next to the firefighting water tank in a separated
firefighting water pump room of fire resistant construction and accessible from the outside and
contain mainly of the following equipment:
 One (1) electric motor driven firefighting pump unit, capacity 1x100%
 One (1) diesel engine driven firefighting pump unit, capacity 1x100%
 Two (2) auto-switching electric motor driven jockey pump units, capacity of each pump
approx. 30 m³/h (2x100%)
 One (1) small water/air-pressure vessel of ample size.
The capacities of the firefighting pumps shall be suitable to cover the water demand for all
systems as required for fighting the maximum risk.
The delivery pressure of the firefighting pumps shall ensure that the operating pressure at the
most remote outdoor hydrant or indoor hose station shall not fall below five (5) bars while the
largest water based extinguishing system is under operation.
The firefighting pumps shall be of the horizontal split-case type. Each pump shall have its own
controller and the pump units shall be complete with all accessories as per NFPA-requirements.
The materials for pumps, pipes, valves, etc. shall be suitable for the use of potable water.
It will always preferable to maintain flooding suction for the pumps by keeping the low level
pumps suction, whereas in case of specific requirement, vertical turbine type with positive
displacement firefighting pumps or as required shall be provided in compliance to NFPA
standards with calculation justifications for positive suction head.
The diesel oil storage tank for the diesel engine shall have a capacity for eight (8) hours
continuous operation at full load. The storage tank shall be located outside the fire pump room
with proper shade arrangements, situated away from the diesel pump with an emergency fuel
shut off valve. A filling connection with a locally mounted and housed semi-rotary hand pump
shall be provided. Fill and vent lines shall be extended to outdoors. The diesel tank shall be
provided with continuous monitoring indication and low level (at ¼ levels) indication at fire
protection panel.
The jockey pumps shall make up leakages and shall cover the demand of one (1) indoor hydrant
without the need to start the fire fighting pumps for such a small consumption.
The pumps shall start automatically upon pressure drop in the discharge main at different and
adjustable set points.
For each pump, the following remote indications shall be displayed in the control room:
 Pump in stand-by condition.
 Pump in operation.
 Pump failed to discharge.
Operation of the jockey pumps shall be monitored to detect water leaks or valve passing
problems by monitoring the operation periods of the jockey pumps. If the operation period

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exceeds a predetermined time (maximum 5 minutes), a fault alarm shall be signalled to the fire
alarm panel.
Dry run protection shall be provided for all pumps.
All valves, gages, test lines, flow meters, etc. as well as breaching inlets for fire brigade hose
connections at the boundary wall outside near to the main entrance of the substation shall be
provided as per NFPA 20, latest edition.
3.6 Outside Protection

The outside protection shall be designed, installed and tested in accordance with NFPA No. 24,
latest edition.
3.6.1 Fire Water Service Main

A fire water service main shall be designed in form of supply rings around and throughout the
entire switchgear and substation complex to serve outdoor hydrants, standpipes and
extinguishing systems.
The fire water service main shall be routed above ground laid on the concrete pedestals with
supports, except for road crossings, where it shall be laid in trenches.
The fire water service main shall be filled with potable water and constantly pressurised by the
fire fighting pump installations.
Indicator gate-valves shall be provided in order to sectionalise the various parts of the main and
supply rings in case of repair works.
The fire water service main shall be made of galvanized carbon steel, and the pipe ends shall be
connected with couplings system “Victaulic” or equivalent, and designed as follows:
 Working pressure : 10 bars
 Test pressure : 16 bars
Pipe work shall be complete with all supports, fittings, reducers, bends, T-pieces, flanges to
hydrants, valves and branch connections, etc. required for the complete and reliable operation of
the systems.
Generally, all indicator gate-valves and outdoor hydrants shall be protected with crash barriers
against mechanical damages from vehicles.
3.6.2 Outdoor Hydrants

Outdoor hydrants shall be of the barrel type with two (2) upper outlets DN 65 (21/2") for hose
connections and designed as follows:
 Working pressure : 8 - 10 bars
 Design pressure : 16 bars.

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Each outlet shall have an instantaneous coupling system with cap and chain and the coupling
system must be compatible with the same system used by the local fire brigade.
A hydrant valve DN 65(21/2") shall be installed at each individual outlet between the hydrant
barrel and the instantaneous coupling.
Between each hydrant barrel and the fire water service main, a hydrant connection valve shall be
provided.
Outdoor hydrants shall be provided in all areas of buildings and equipment relevant to be
protected and the distances between the hydrants shall not exceed 75 meters.
3.6.3 Hose Cabinets for Outdoor Hydrants

Next to each outdoor hydrant, a weather resistant hose cabinet Mild Steel metallic or GRP,
properly ventilated and painted red of minimum dimensions of 1.5m high,1m width, 500mm
depth and minimum 1.2mm thick plate, which shall be provided, containing the following
equipment:
 Four (4) fire hoses DN 65(21/2"), 30 m length, with instantaneous couplings and hose straps
 Four (4) jet/spray nozzles DN 65(2 1/2"), with instantaneous couplings
 One (1) fire axe
 One (1) crowbar
 Brackets for all the equipment.
The hose couplings must be compatible with the couplings of the outdoor hydrants.
3.7 Stand Pipe and Hose Systems

The standpipe and hose systems shall be designed, installed and tested as Class III systems DN
65mm in accordance with NFPA No. 14, latest edition.
The standpipe systems shall be of the wet pipe type and water pressure maintained at all times.
The pipes shall be of seamless steel and shall be hot-dipped zinc coated (galvanised).
Indoor hydrants for instant intervention shall be provided for all buildings as listed under the
scope of supply in such a number that all portions of each floor can be reached by a hose stream.
Each indoor hydrant shall be enclosed in mild steel metallic of minimum 1.2mm thickness and
dimensions as per the equipment for wall recessed cabinet. Each cabinet shall be painted red and
contain the following:
 One (1) hose valve DN 65mm with instantaneous coupling and fire hose of 30m length
readily attached
 One (1) swivelling hose reel with a 30 m length, DN 25(1“) non-collapsible fire hose with
jet/spray nozzle and tail piece readily attached.

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3.8 Sprinkler Systems

The sprinkler systems shall be designed, installed and tested in accordance with NFPA 13, latest
edition.
Only automatic sprinkler systems of the wet pipe type shall be provided. Pipes or tubes shall be
of seamless steel.
All sprinkler valve stations shall be in suitable aluminium enclosure installed indoors and
equipped with isolating valves as required by the manufacturer for reliable system operation.
The piping systems shall be provided with flushing and inspectors test connections, allowing a
flow equivalent to one sprinkler head discharge.
All valves in connections to water supplies shall be approved indicating valves with a reliable
position indication.
All following valves shall be electrically monitored with tamper switch connected to FACP to
indicate open/ close positions.
 OS&Y and Deluge system isolating valves
 Pumps suctions/discharge valves
 Test return isolating valves before flow meter
 Fire water tank isolating valve
Approved pressure gauges shall be installed in sprinkler risers, above and below each check
valve. A mechanical alarm (water-motor gong) shall be provided for each sprinkler system.
Alarm check valves shall be provided with reliable flow indicators, preferably vane-type water
flow indicators shall be used.
Water flow alarms shall be annunciate at the central fire alarm control panel and relevant local
annunciator panels.
3.9 Water Spray Fixed Systems

The water spray fixed systems shall be designed, installed and tested in accordance with NFPA
No. 15, latest edition.
Complete systems shall be provided with all components required for automatic operation,
normally released via release Sprinklers in water detection lines around the protected equipment.
Manual release by means of release valves in break glass boxes must also be possible for each
water spray system. Such break glass boxes shall also be provided next to each individual
transformer.
Deluge valve stations shall be housed in a suitable aluminium enclosure with sufficient
ventilation louvers to be protected from direct sun radiation or installed indoors. The details of
the enclosure shall be submitted to O/E for approval.

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All deluge valve stations shall be equipped with isolating valves as required by the manufacturer
for reliable system operation and all valves shall be electrically monitored as mentioned above
for sprinkler system.
All pipe work shall be made of seamless steel and hot-dip galvanised. The threaded ends of
galvanised pipes shall, after installation, be properly protected against corrosion and painted with
red paint, RAL 3000.
Drains and vents shall be provided as required.
Open spray nozzles shall be protected with caps to prevent plugging and corrosion.
The systems shall be designed to discharge effective water spray from all nozzles within
30°seconds following operation of the detection system.
Adequate drainage for the area to be protected shall be arranged for safe disposal of escaping
flammable liquids and to prevent the spread of fire.
3.10 CO2 Extinguishing Systems

CO2 extinguishing systems shall be applied in extinguishing fires in equipment/switchgear rooms
as well as in occupancies where the use of an electrically non-conducting medium is essential or
desirable, and where clean-up of other media may present problems.
Total CO2 flooding system (room protection, discharge of CO2 into the enclosed spaces or
enclosures around the hazard) and/or any system for local application (cabinet protection, to
directly discharge CO2 to the burning material) shall be designed, installed and initially tested in
accordance with the applicable requirements of the NFPA 12, Standard on Carbon Dioxide
Extinguishing Systems, latest edition.
The CO2 system shall be only be supplied by a competent and reputable manufacturer with well
proven track records. The Bidder/Contractor shall ensure that only expert engineers experienced
in CO2 systems work are involved in that work. Furthermore, approval of TRANSCO as well as
CDA Authority, being the "authority having jurisdiction" as specified in NFPA, shall be obtained
before ordering the system or parts of it.
All required steps and safeguards necessary to prevent injury or death to personnel in areas
where the atmosphere may be made hazardous by the discharge of CO 2 shall be taken. Warning
signs, suitable safeguards to ensure prompt evacuation and prevent entry into such areas shall be
provided as a minimum. Furthermore, clearly visible pre-discharge warning signals and audible
pre-discharge signals shall be provided. Preferably, a mechanically operating time delayed
discharge shall be used in order to avoid electrical mal-operation of the discharge delay.
The Bidder/Contractor shall provide a safe and reliable system under consideration of the most
effective measures and safety requirements. All steps and safeguards which are necessary to
prevent injury or death shall be provided. Also means for prompt and forced ventilation shall be
provided at areas at which the CO2 may have been discharged.

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The Bidder/Contractor shall submit drawings and plans containing sufficient details to enable the
"authority having jurisdiction" to evaluate the hazard(s) and to evaluate the effectiveness of the
system. The details shall include the materials involved in the protected hazard, location of the
hazards, the enclosure or limits and isolation of the hazards.
The details on the system shall include information and calculations carried out by specialized
software program of the approved fire protection sub-contractor on the amount of CO2, the
location and flow-rate of each nozzle, the details on the pipes and the location and the size of the
storage facility.
The Bidder/Contractor shall co-ordinate and ensures that the air ventilation and air conditioning
systems shall be closed or shut down prior to the start of CO2 discharge.
CO2 cylinder room shall be provided with air conditioning and forced ventilations.
Any other opening at the sections to be protected shall also arranged to be closed automatically.
Otherwise, the Bidder/Contractor has to provide additional compensating gas.
The calculated volume of the extinguishing agent, to be supplied, shall also incorporate an
amount to compensate for the high ambient Site temperatures at the storage place. The CO 2 shall
be stored in high pressure cylinders completely assembled to cylinder batteries of a total quantity
as calculated and proven. The total amount of the CO2 shall be in rechargeable cylinders,
suspended in a rack structure.
For the central system, a 100 % reserve (stand-by) of CO2 cylinders shall be provided. Both main
and reserve cylinders shall be permanently connected to the piping and arranged for easy
changeover.
The cylinders suspended in the rack structure shall be fixed on mounting devices, including
individual weighing facilities and weight loss limit switches for each cylinder of the main and
the 100 % reserve CO2 cylinder rack.
Each cylinder with an approximate volume of 67 litres shall be filled with approximate 45 kg of
CO2, i.e. a fill factor of » that is 1.5 l/kg shall be adequate. They shall be tested at 250 bar, a test
certificate and a certificate of origin shall be submitted. The CO2 cylinders shall have approval
from FM/UL/VdS/other recognised approval authorities.
The CO2 cylinders shall be supplied completely with quick action valve, dipping tube and
protection cap. Each cylinder shall be provided with an approved outlet and the non-return valve,
all pressure tested at 160 bar. All cylinders to be provided shall be corrosion protected in the
applicable standard colour and dry-film thickness according to the requirements of Standard
Technical Specifications, Part:
 S-TR-CORR - Corrosion Protection
The system shall be released automatically by means of an electrical detection and control
system. In addition to the automatic release, it shall be possible to manually initiate the CO 2
flooding system. Related facilities shall be provided. Flash light and electronic sounder shall be

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provided outside each protected room for warning purposes. An auto/manual change over switch
with CO2 status indicator shall be provided at each door of CO2 protected room.
The auto/manual selector on protected room entrances shall not initiate any fault alarm or
disturbing noisy signals when switched from auto to manual position. Only a bright flashing
LED on the auto/manual selector and on the fire alarm panel shall be initiated.
The CO2 cylinder racks shall be equipped with mechanical locking devices to secure unintended
release of CO2 during maintenance. The devices shall be equipped with contacts to signal a
mechanical lock as a fault indication on the fire alarm panel.
The actuation of CO2 cylinders shall be as per NFPA – 12. Mechanical drop weight or
electrically operated mechanism for CO2 rack actuation shall be provided along with its
indication at FACP.
CO2 shall be discharged to the pipe system. The extinguishing sections shall be fed by common
distribution pipes, via valve assemblies, consisting of quick action valves, thread connections
with union nuts, inlet and outlet sockets for each valve and a common wall bracket. Safety
valves shall be mounted on the socket of the distribution pipe, having a release pressure of max.
120 bar.
All required distribution steel pipes shall be provided, including the fixtures and fittings, suitably
galvanised.
The type of the CO2 nozzles shall be selected according to the kind of the hazard in combination
with the specific flow-rate and the numbers of nozzles shall be selected and distributed in the
section according to an optimised flooding plan. The bore and the size shall be adequate for the
purpose (room size, cabinet volume). CO2 nozzles shall have chromium plated escutcheon plates
for false ceiling areas.
The Bidder/Contractor shall produce a hydraulic calculation for every protection area. For the
exact calculation of the CO2 pipe work and nozzles the pressure at each nozzle shall be
determined by a computer program.
Bidder/Contractor shall consider/incorporate the following also during design/execution:
T-connections and blank caps shall be provided for future local control cubicles
Pipe from pressure relief valve shall be terminated outside the building at high level
All the materials, components, equipment shall be listed/approved type
All the materials, components, equipment, cylinder, cylinder racks shall have identification
labels
CO2 warning signs shall be fixed at door, outside each CO2 protected room
P.I. diagram and operation instructions in a glazed frame shall be provided in CO2 cylinder room
Pipe support anchor bolt shall be M 10

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'U' clamp shall be M 8

All the supports shall be galvanised after fabrication
Hanging supports shall not be more than 300 mm long and shall have alternate rigid supports
Rigid supports shall be used for main CO2 pipes, vertical pipes, long drop pipes and more.
Two numbers of breathing apparatus in separate recessed/semi-recessed cabinet shall be
provided at a location as directed by TRANSCO. It shall be according to "NIOSH" or "MSHA"
standard and shall have the following features:
200 bar minimum working pressure
30 minutes minimum working duration
Rechargeable adapter
Stainless steel back plate with protective nylon coating
Padded auto-form harness assembly
Demand valve automatic first breath activation
Pressure gauge calibrated in bar
Low pressure warning unit (whistle setting at 50 bar)
3.10.1 Room Integrity and CO2 Discharge Test

Room integrity tests shall be performed for all CO2 protected rooms to determine the hold time,
leakage area and peak pressure measurements as per the latest NFPA standard.
CO2 Discharge Test shall be carried out for the largest volume zone to determine the effective
concentration and hold time incompliance to NFPA standards. Such tests shall be repeated until
acceptable results are obtained to maintain the designed concentrations are achieved.
3.11 Fire Detection and Fire Alarm System

A analogue addressable type fire detection and alarm system shall be designed, installed and
commissioned with all necessary equipment, accessories and cabling in accordance with either
NFPA 72 or DIN EN54 and VdS-Form 2095 standards, latest edition. A complete system shall
be provided with all components required for automatic operation.
The main functions of the system shall be as follows:
 The actuation of any fire detection device shall be audible and visible displayed on a
central fire alarm control panel and audible and visible alarms shall be initiated in the
appropriate fire zone of actuated detection
 The system shall differ whether the alarm was initiated by an automatic detection device or
by a manual fire alarm station
 Audible alarms may be silenced by pushing a silence button on the central fire alarm
control panel. Any subsequent actuation of a detection device shall again sound the audible
alarm

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 For general alarms located outside the station, a programmable timer shall be provided for
automatic shut off after a period adjustable between 1 and 5 minutes
 Fixed CO2 firefighting systems, designed for automatic operation, shall be released by
cross zone/dual dependency for confirmation of a fire following a pre-alarm
 Operation of fixed firefighting systems, whether automatically or manually released, shall
be indicated on the central fire alarm control panel
 Fire doors, fire dampers, air handling units or any other equipment or devices shall be
released or shut down as required with collective indication on the central fire alarm
control panel for a similar group of equipment or devices
 Short circuit, wire break or any other system troubles shall be indicated on the central fire
alarm control panel
 The fire alarm system shall be equipped with a walk test switch, providing that during
maintenance sounders, alarms and tripping signals shall not be signalled outside the fire
alarm panel
 All indicator lamps of the entire system shall be LED type. Incandescent bulbs requiring
frequent replacement are not accepted.
 Any alarm signal on the fire alarm panel, whether a single zone alarm, dual zone alarm,
fault alarm or firefighting system operation alarm, shall be transmitted to the station
control monitoring system (SCMS) and to load dispatch centre (LDC/DMS) as stated
below;
Cause Text Displayed In SCMS/DMS
Fire in general areas Fire
Sprinkler/deluge/gas system operated Fire System Operated
Fire pumps running Fire Pump Operated
General faults Fire System Fault
 Each fire zone shall have individual LED indications on the fire alarm panel for fire alarm
and for fault alarm
 If a single fault in the power supply unit may cause a total failure of the fire alarm panel, a
dual redundant power supply will be required
 Clear engraved red marks on tiles or small plastic signs shall be provided for all hidden
detectors in order to indicate directly the locations of the detectors
 After restoration of the alarm detection device to its normal condition, the system shall be
returned to normal stand-by condition.
The fire detection and fire alarm system shall mainly consist of the following equipment.

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3.11.1 Fire Protection Panel

A reliable, FM/UL/VdS/other recognised approval authorities, central fire alarm control panel
shall be supplied including all necessary electronic cards and equipment to receive, operate,
supervise and display all detection and alarm installations and to release and initiate all other
functions as described above. Interfacing facilities shall be provided for connections to the
station control monitoring system (SCMS), communication system, event recorder, etc.
Actuation of any detection and release device shall be displayed and printed by a data recorder.
The central fire alarm control panel shall be made of modular construction using solid state IC-
components in self-standing enclosure installed in 19”-racks industrial type, floor mounted Panel
with open-able glass front cover.
The option of wall mounted panel shall be considered for small switching stations, mobile
stations and similar installations as accepted by TRANSCO
The number of Analogue addressable loop circuits shall be dependent on the extent of the Fire
Detection/Protection system but shall not be less than two loop circuits for each Main Fire Alarm
Panel.
The Zones and all the devices as per approved Schematic/Layout drawings shall be programmed,
tested and certified by the Manufacturer at their factory. However field modification of Texts
and Zone arrangements can be performed using the Manufacturer’s programme to meet any
particular requirements of Transco/Engineer.
Each CO2 extinguishing system shall have a Special Control module incorporated which shall
receive, operate, supervise and display all alarms and release and initiate all other functions.
The central protection alarm panel shall be capable of storing and retrieving fault and alarm
history events.
Each Loop circuit shall have one Isolator module at the starting point, one at the ending point
and one at an interval of maximum twenty field devices.
Wherever Conventional devices such as Weather proof out door Probe type heat detectors,
pressure switches or any others are used appropriate Interface Modules shall be provided.
The central fire alarm control panel shall be designed for 230 V AC primary power and 24 V DC
operating power for detection and alarm circuits. Back-up batteries with an automatic charger
and charging supervision shall be provided and located inside the panel. The batteries shall be
maintenance free, gas tight and dry fit types with a capacity for 24-hours system operation and
adequate reserve power for sounding audible and visible alarm devices at the end of this period
for at least 5 (five) minutes.
The central fire alarm control panel shall be located in SCMS room or as recommended by
TRANSCO.
In any case, common signals for fire alarm and system troubles shall be displayed in the control
room.

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Local annunciator mimic panels shall be installed at the main entrance of each major building,
complex or area, or as applicable, providing detailed LED-annunciation of each detection, alarm
and release function for all relevant floor levels of this building, complex or area.
The local annunciator mimic panels shall be made of engraved metal sheet and be housed in
wall-mounted, red painted steel cabinets with glass fronts. A visible alarm device outside the
entrance shall be activated if an alarm occurs.
The mimic panel shall have LEDs for detection and extinguishing. One common fault indication
shall be available. Detection/extinguishing LEDs shall remain ON until reset in the Main FACP.
3.11.2 Manual Fire Alarm Stations

Manual fire alarm stations shall be of the break glass push button operated type and displayable
on the central fire alarm control panel if activated.
The boxes shall be painted red with white or black lettering in Arabic and in English.
When operating a manual station, the pushed button shall remain down and the alarm contacts
closed until the station is reset by opening the front, replacing the broken-glass and closing the
front again.
Inside buildings, manual fire alarm stations shall be located on floors and at building exits
following the normal exit paths. At least one manual station shall be provided on each floor or
exit.
For outdoor areas, the manual fire alarm stations shall be wall- or post-mounted, designed
according to protection class IP65 with sun shed and located in distances not exceeding 75 m,
preferably at yard hydrant locations.
3.11.3 Analogue Addressable Fire Detectors

Analogue addressable fire detectors shall be fixed temperature and/or rate-of-rise heat detectors,
optical smoke and/or ionisation smoke detectors and ultraviolet and/or infrared flame detectors,
as applicable and subject to approval. Rate-of-rise heat detectors shall be designed for a
sensibility of 5°C/min. temperature rise and a fixed initiation temperature of +57°C +/-3°C.
Ionisation smoke detectors shall be of the dual chamber type, with a radioactivity radiation of
less than 1.0 micro-Curie.
Actuation of any detector shall be displayed on the central fire alarm control panel.
Each analogue addressable fire detector shall have a continuous condition supervision by using
pulsing, trend evaluating or equivalent system techniques.
The analogue addressable fire detector spacing on smooth surfaces shall not exceed the distance
recommended by the approving authorities. In areas, where irregularities occur, the detector
spacing shall be reduced in such a way as to obtain approved spacing.

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The analogue addressable fire detectors shall be connected in zones to the central fire alarm
control panel. The number of detectors installed on any one signalling line shall be limited as
recommended by the manufacturer.
3.11.4 Audible Alarms

Sirens shall be installed inside all buildings. They shall have a minimum noise level of
110 dB(A) at a distance of 1 m and shall be different in sound from other sirens, if any, installed
in the area for other purposes.
3.11.5 Visible Alarms

Red flash lights shall be installed inside the buildings and outside at main entrances. The lights
shall have a frequency of 60 or 90 flashes per minute with an ample light energy. Flash lights shall
be fixed on two opposite sides outside the building to get noticed from any direction.
3.11.6 Manual Release Push Buttons

Push buttons for manual release of fixed extinguishing systems shall be designed as specified
above for manual fire alarm stations, however, coloured in yellow and secured against
tampering.
Manual release push buttons located outdoor shall be rated for outdoor use and additionally
housed in a weather proof IP 65 rated housing, marked with appropriate caution signs.
3.11.7 Cabling
Cables for signalling, annunciation, notification, release functions, etc. shall be marked as “Fire
Alarm Cable” and shall be fire resistant/retardant for a rating of not less than one (1) hour. Only
flexible cables for easy installation will be accepted. Fire alarm cables shall not be laid together
with station power cables in a same tray.
3.11.8 Fire Detection with Fiber Optic-Linear Heat Detection Systems Applicable for
Outdoor Cable Tunnels
3.11.8.1 General Requirements

The offered fire alarm system shall include a fiber optic linear heat detection system consists
of at least one control unit and an appropriate amount of fiber optic cable (sensor cable).
The linear heat detection system shall be suitable for the use in outdoor cable tunnels.
The fiber optic linear heat detection system shall be based on RAMAN-OTDR fiber optics
technology with the capability to sub divide the sensor length into an appropriate amount of
individual alarm zones (i.e. 256 alarm zones).

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3.11.8.2 Control Unit

The linear heat detection system shall be approved according EN54-5 and shall be classified as
an A1 or A2 fixed temperature and rate-of-rise heat detector and shall detect any fire/hot spot
with an accuracy of 1-5m.
The maximum laser output power of the control unit of the linear heat detection system shall be
less than 20 mW to ensure safe operation in case of a fiber break. The control unit shall be a
Class 1M laser product. The laser source (laser diode) used shall be classified 1M or 1 according
IEC 60825-1:2001. Laser sources shall comply with FDA 21 CFR 1040.10 except for deviations
pursuant to Laser Notice No. 50, dated 2001 July 26. The product safety shall be tested and
approved according IEC 61010-1:2001 and deviations acc. to CAN/CSA-C22.2 No.61010-04;
UL 61010-1:2004. The electromagnetic compatibility shall comply with IEC 61326:2002, IEC
61000-4-2,3,4,5,6,8 & 11 and CISPR 11:1997 + A1:1999. The linear heat detection system shall
have passed environmental testing according IEC 60068-2-6/-64; IEC 60068-2-27.
The temperature range of failure-free operation of the control unit shall between -10 to +60°C
(operation temperature range) with operating humidity range of 0% to 95% r.h. non condensing.
The maximum power rating of the control unit shall be less than 40W and shall be 15W typically
with a 10-30Vdc power supply. The control unit shall be capable to provide the alarm/fault and
fiber break information via Ethernet (RJ45) / TCP/IP and/or relays contacts.
3.11.8.3 Sensor Cable
The linear heat detection systems sensor cable shall be appropriate to work with the control unit
and shall comply with the following requirements. The sensor cable shall be flame retardant, non
corrosive, shall be made of halogene free material and shall include two optical fibers suitable
for OTDR measurements.
The sensor cable shall be approved according EN54-5 and shall comply with IEC 60332-1/-2/-3-
24; IEC 60754-2; IEC 60794-1-2; IEC 61034 -2.The sensor cable shall retain the measurement
functionality for at least 2 hours at 750°C and shall be tested according IEC 60331-25. The
sensor cable shall be maintenance free.
3.12 Inspection and Testing
3.12.1 Fire Water Pump Skid
3.12.2 General
The Contractor shall not offer the equipment for inspection, unless all drawings and documents
are reviewed and accepted by Transco/Engineer. The Contractor shall give to Transco/Engineer
advance notice prior to the date of testing as indicated in the General Conditions of the Contract.

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Complete inspection and testing as required by applicable code (NFPA-20) shall be carried out.
Each individual component of the pump (casing impeller, shaft, sleeves, bearings etc.) shall be
tested as per applicable material standards. The material certificates indicating above details shall
be inspected and certified by Transco/ Engineer representatives prior to starting shop tests of the
pumps.
All pressure parts shall be hydrostatically tested with water at ambient temperature, at 1½ times
the operating pressure plus suction pressure as specified in the data sheet. The hydrostatic test
shall be maintained for a minimum period of 30 minutes. The various tests carried out as
described in this section shall be properly recorded, plotted and shall be extrapolated for speed,
specific gravity, etc. Such documents shall be duly signed by the VENDORS inspectors and
Transco/Engineer 's representatives. It shall later be submitted to Transco/Engineer with the
required number of sets for their record. The Contractor shall establish an Inspection and Test
Plan specific to the order for approval by Transco/Engineer. This shall cover tests carried out in
the manufacturer's works as well as those carried out by his sub-vendors. Detailed test
procedures shall be submitted in advance of tests and got approved from TRANSCO/ Engineer.
All other tests shall be verified incompliance to NFPA standards. Any test as deemed necessary
and required by NFPA and /or Transco/ Engineer shall be carried out.
3.12.3 Pumps
Pumps shall be performance tested at rated speed with drivers, to obtain complete data including
pressure, capacity and power. The test shall last for four hours duration, out of which at least one
hour shall be at rated capacity and head and at rated speed.
At least six values between duty point and shut off, and two values on the right of duty point
(including one point at 150% rated capacity and one point with discharge valve fully open), shall
be obtained during tests. All the readings shall be first taken with rising capacity and repeated
with decreasing capacity, valve being operated from fully open to fully closed. All instruments
used for conducting the tests shall be duly calibrated before tests by recognised laboratories and
valid calibration certificates furnished. The calibration certificates should not be more than six
month old. After shop tests, the upper half of the pump casing shall be disconnected and

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dismantled. Visual inspection shall be carried out for any possible defects/deformations. Any
defects/faults/deformations detected shall be promptly repaired/replaced by
Contractor/Manufacturer after obtaining approval of Transco/Engineer, prior to dispatch.
Transco/Engineer decision in this regard, within tender specifications, shall be final and binding
on the Contractor. If witnessing of any tests is not satisfactory and a test is required, the cost of
the witnessed retests shall then be borne by the Contractor.
If any defect is occurred during the tests before completion or during the warranty period, the
faulty equipment shall then be rectified immediately by the Manufacturer at his expense. If the
fault cannot be rectified, the manufacturer must then replace the defective equipment which must
also be proven to be free from defects.
3.12.4 Diesel Engine

The diesel engines shall be tested in the presence of Contractor/Transco/Engineer's
representatives in accordance with the latest edition of British Standard 5514 or any other
equivalent standard as agreed to before the finalisation of the order. The routine load and fuel
consumption test shall be of the following duration:
a) Part Loads (25%, 50% & 75%) - ½ hour each
b) Full Load - 4 hours
c) 10% Overload - 1 hour
After the specified tests have been completed satisfactorily, the fuel stop on the fuel injection
pump shall be set and sealed at the specified site rating. Unless otherwise specified, 10%
overload provision shall be kept while setting the fuel stop for the site running. The hydrostatic
test certificates for the heat exchanger/intercooler, fuel tanks and other pressure vessels shall be
furnished for review and approval at the time of load testing of the diesel engine.
3.12.5 Motors
The motors shall be inspected and tested as per applicable specifications, data sheets, codes
and standards. The certificates for the same shall be submitted from motor manufacturer.

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3.12.6 Controllers
The controllers for motor & diesel driven pumps shall be inspected and tested as per the
applicable specifications, data sheets, codes, standards and the inspection plan as approved
by Transco/ Engineer. The certificates for the same shall be submitted from motor manufacturer.
3.12.7 Site Test

After installation and before commissioning, the Contractor shall carry out site tests, to
be witnessed by Transco/ Engineer's personnel, as well as pumps manufacturer’s representative.
The site tests for electrical and diesel pump operation shall include but not be limited to the
following:
- Discharge characteristics
- Water leakage measurements
- Vibration measurements
- Alignment measurements
- Bearing temperature measurements
- Noise measurements.
Any problems/defects detect during these tests shall be promptly remedied/rectified by
Contractor/Manufacturer at no additional cost to Transco/ Engineer.
3.13 Fire Extinguishers

The fire extinguishers shall be designed, installed and tested in accordance with NFPA No. 10,
latest edition.
3.13.1 Wheeled Fire Extinguishers

For the high voltage switchgear hall and the medium voltage rooms, wheeled fire extinguishers
with 30 kg CO2 shall be provided. The fire extinguishers shall be mounted on hand cars and
furnished with a 6 m hose.
3.13.2 Portable Fire Extinguishers

Portable 6 kg dry chemical fire extinguishers shall be installed for all rooms and areas.
Rooms containing electrical or electronic equipment shall be additionally equipped with portable
5 kg CO2 fire extinguishers.
The fire extinguishers shall be wall-mounted and arranged at easily visible and accessible places
following the normal exit paths.

FIRE FIGHTING
Amount and locations of fire extinguishers shall be in accordance with NFPA 10 and are subject
to approval.
Each fire extinguisher shall bear its individual number and at the individual location of each fire
extinguisher the same number shall be wall-mounted to allow easy identification for
maintenance purposes.
The maximum travelling distance to an extinguisher shall not exceed 25 m.
The portable dry chemical fire extinguishers shall be fitted with pressure indicators.
The fire extinguishers must be provided as early as possible, however, at least on
commencement of the commissioning preparations.
After completion, random functional tests as of 5% of the supplied portable extinguishers shall
be performed in connection with the training programs including refilling of the used
extinguishers.
3.13.3 Fire Blankets

Fire blankets and further rescue equipment shall be provided as required in all switchgear rooms,
kitchens and at the substation entrance.
3.14 Cable Penetration Seals

All control and power cables penetrating openings in fire resistant walls or ceilings shall be
sealed with an approved sealing system, consisting of fire resistant materials providing a fire
resistance for a minimum of 90 minutes and two hours for cable basement.
For all cable penetrations, a uniform and international recognised sealing system shall be
provided consisting of board(s) of compacted mineral wool, plasticised filling material, fire
resistant/retardant coating, etc., as required and laid down in a test certificate issued from an
independent approval institute.
Very small penetrations for single cables may be sealed only with approved plasticised filling
material.
The sealing system shall be tight against fire, smoke and spray water, shall also be non-ageing,
non-hydroscopic and non-toxic, shall not contain any solvents or asbestos and shall not be
harmful to the environment.
The fire resistant/retardant coating shall be applied on both sides of the sealing board(s) as well
as on both sides of the penetrating cables including cable trays, ladders and supports, if any, to
an extend as required by the test certificate.
However, coating of the cables and trays shall be on both sides for a minimum length of 500 mm
or, in compliance with certified manufacturer’s recommendation if required, more than 500 mm.
Coating shall extend at least 300mm beyond the edge of the opening too.

FIRE FIGHTING
Future lying of additional cables through the sealing system and back filling must be possible
with easy means.
Sealing located in floors or any other walking areas shall be protected against footsteps with
suitable covers like chequered plates or gratings.
For cable penetrations, which shall be particularly gas- and/or water-tight, a special cable transit
system shall be provided. This system shall also be approved from an independent approval
institute and the installation shall be as required and laid down in a test certificate.
Sealing of cable penetrations with ordinary mortar is not acceptable.
A plate shall be attached on the wall or ceiling next to each cable penetration, identifying the
manufacturer, type of seal, approval certificate number, date of installation, etc. for the sealing
system.
During construction works and for temporary use only, cable penetrations may be sealed with
approved non-combustible, flexible and fire resistant pillows.
3.15 Fire Resistant/Retardant Coating of Cables

All control and power cables located in floors and escape routes or in vertical shafts, raised
floors, suspended ceilings, covered trenches, accessible trenches or in any other areas with a
mass of electrical cables and not protected by a fixed fire extinguishing system, such cables as
well as their trays, ladders and supports shall be coated with an approved fire resistant/retardant
coating to cover the combustible loads of cables and to prevent flame propagation along vertical
and horizontal cable ways, if the cable insulation is not made of fire resistant/retardant material.
The fire resistant/retardant of the coating material shall be obtained either by an in tumescent
action or by hydroscopic cooling (melt cooling).
Prior to application, the coating material shall be submitted to TRANSCO for approval.
The coating material shall be a permanent coating, unaffected by exposure to water, moisture or
humidity, shall also be non-ageing and non-toxic, shall not contain any solvents or asbestos and
shall not be harmful to the environment.
The coating material shall remain flexible to allow in the future easy removal or addition of
individual cables, shall sustain moderate movement of cables and shall be mechanically tough to
withstand footsteps.
Tests regarding electrical de-rating, short circuit threshold, heat transients and resistivity against
termites, rats, bugs and other vermin shall be certified.
Application of the coating shall be easily as wet material by airless spray, trowel or brush, using
conventional equipment and techniques.
The surfaces to be coated shall be dry, clean, smooth and free of any debris.
Minimum dry film thickness of the applied coat shall not be less than recommended by the
manufacturer and as laid down in the test certificate.

FIRE FIGHTING
After use, easy cleaning of the application equipment with clear water shall be possible.
4 MAINTENANCE
The contractor shall carry out minimum four standard preventive maintenances yearly ( or more
if recommended by the manufacturer) for the complete system after energization of the station
and shall remain responsible for satisfactory operation of the complete system with the
compliance of the contract specifications. Any repairs / damages shall be immediately attended
during this period and submit the report to Transco / Engineer. Further any complain raised by
TRANSCO/ engineer shall be attended in the shortest period of time. A preventive maintenance
schedule along with method statement shall be submitted and got approved from Transco /
Engineer. Proper log of all works shall be kept for all such scheduled and emergency
maintenance. This preventive maintenance shall remain continued till handing over of the system
to Transco O&M with sufficient training.
5 FIRE PROTECTION REQUIREMENT FOR MOBILE SUBSTATIONS

In tumescent coating shall be applied (90 minutes Fire Rating) on all internal surfaces in
following steps:
1. Metal Surfaces to be shot blasted to SA 2½

2. First coat: Zinc rich primer 200 Microns DFT
3. Four coats: In tumescent. Each coat of 250 Microns, i.e. total 1000 Microns DFT.
External coating of container shall meet requirements as specified in Standard Technical

Specification, Part:
S-TR-CORR - Corrosion Protection
6 APPLICABLE TESTS
Details of Tests are specified in Standard Technical Specification, Part:
S-TR-GEN-GDF - General Requirements – General Conditions
7 APPROVAL DATA AND DRAWINGS

At the times, and in the quantities agreed upon, the following information and data must be
submitted to TRANSCO for approval prior to manufacturing of the equipment:
 Vendor(s) details / reference list
 Completely filled in data sheets
 Testing schedule
 Documentation formats and quantities.

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STANDARD TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS FOR ELECTRIC WORKS

FIRE PROTECTION SYSTEM

TRANSCO STANDARD : S-TR-FIF (REV 0-2018)

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FIRE PROTECTION SYSTEM

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SURVEY OF FIRE PROTECTION SYSTEMS TO BE INSTALLED

Automatic CO2 total flooding fixed Early Warning Smoke

Automatic CO2 total flooding fixed Early Warning Smoke

Fire barriers approx. at every 40 m Smoke detectors and Linear

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Battery Charger Room,

Automatic sprinkler system, Early Warning Smoke

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No. Building/Area/Equipmen Fire Fighting Installations Detection System

Outdoor hydrants and hose cabinets, Smoke and /or heat

1.1 Fundamental Design Data

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 S-TR-GEN-CDF - Civil Design Fundamentals

1.3 Site Conditions

1.4 Equipment Identification and Color Codes

2 APPLICABLE CODES & STANDARDS

The latest Revision or Edition of the following Standards shall be applicable:

2.1 Common Standards for Fire Protection Systems

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IEEE 979 - Guide for Substation Fire Protection

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NFPA 1961 - Fire Hose

2.2 Alternative Codes and Standards

2.3 Precedence of Codes and Standards

3.1 Scope of Specification

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3.2 Construction Requirements

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3.2.2 Fire Zones

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3.2.2.2 Stairs and Escape Routes

3.2.2.3 Basements and Accessible Cable Tunnels

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3.2.2.4 Cable Trenches

3.3 Emergency Exits

3.3.2 Means of Egress

3.4 Fire Fighting Water Tank

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3.5 Fire Fighting Water Pump Station

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3.6 Outside Protection

3.6.1 Fire Water Service Main

3.6.2 Outdoor Hydrants

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3.6.3 Hose Cabinets for Outdoor Hydrants

3.7 Stand Pipe and Hose Systems

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3.8 Sprinkler Systems

3.9 Water Spray Fixed Systems