DAR ALSHIFA HOSPITAL

KHALIFA CITY, ABU DHABI

Method Statement
For

Installation of FCUs, AHUs And Fans

MEP Mechanical Specifications
Division 150

Ref : MAP-MS-HVAC-003 Rev : 00

End User
: Dar Al Shifaa Hospital, Khalifa City,
Employer
Engineer
Contractor

Abu Dhabi Dhabi

: Dar Al Shifaa Hospital LLC
: Society Technology House
: Vamed Emirates LLC/ Vamed

Date : 23-08-2015
Project Name : Dar Al Shifaa Hospital

Project No

Project Address :

2038

Sector W5-Plot C-14

Khalifa City, Abu Dhabi, UAE
Prepared By: Winston Garcia / QA/QC Engr

Engineering Gmbh & Co. KG

Submitted by : MAPCO LLC

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REVISION RECORD

1. THIS COVER PAGE IS A RECORD OF ALL REVISIONS OF THE

DOCUMENT IDENTIFIED IN THE PRECEEDING PAGE BY NUMBER
AND TITLE.

Rev No.

Date

Checked
Approved
(QA/QC M) (MEP Engr)

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DESCRIPTION AND PAGE

NUMBERS OF REVISIONS

CONTENTS
1. Purpose
2. Scope
3. Legislation & Code Of practice
4. References
5. definitions
6. Method Of Work
6.1 Materials
6.2 Equipment / Tools
7. Responsibilities
8. Procedure
8.1 General Requirements
8.2 Receipt & Storage Of Material
8.3 Installation Procedures
8.4 HSE/ Safety Controls
9. Attachments

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1.

Purpose:
The purpose of this Method Statement is to ensure that correct
are
used and
agreed
procedures are implemented during execution of
equipment
and
materials
work.

2.

Scope:
This Method Statement is to define the method to be used to ensure
tions
of FCUs, AHUs and Fans inline with related ductings and final
that installaand workmanship are correct and acceptable and conforming to
connections
contract
documents
and General
Specifications.

3. Legislation and code of practice: NOCs, permit from local applicable

authorities.
4.

References :
Specifications
Specifications
Specifications
Specifications
Specifications
Specifications

Section
Section
Section
Section
Section
Section

15000
15001
15002
15003
15004
15016

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:
:
:
::

General Requirements
Design Parameters
Air Handling Units
Fan Coil Units
Fans
Vibration
Isolation And

Mountings
AMCA, ASHRAE, NEC, BS 500
Material Approval
Approved Construction Drawings
Manufacturer Technical Datas and installation manual
Mapco Quality Procedure
Mapco Safety Manual
5.

Definitions :
MS
WIR
RA
CM
PE
QCE
FM
QCP
ITR
ASHRAE

:
:
:
:
:
:
:
:
:
:

Method Statement
Work Inspection Request
Risk Assesment
Construction Manager
Project Engineer
Quality Control Engineer
QC Form
Quality Control Procedure
Inepection & test Report
American Society Of Heating,Refrigeration & Airconditioning

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AMCA
MAR
MVR

:
:
:

Engineers
Air Movement And Control Association, International, Inc
Material Approval Request
Material Verification Report

6.0 Method of Work

6.1 Materials
Axial Flow Fans
Centrifugal Fans
Toilet Extract Fans

Air Handling Units

Fan Coil Units

6.2 Equipment / Tools

6.1 Tower crane/Lifter
6.2
Chain
Plumb
bob Sling
Manual
Chain
block/hoist Bar
6.3 Lifting
Beam/Spreader
6.4 D-Shackles
6.5 Heavy Duty Motorized Chain Hoist
6.6 Chilled Water Pumps
6.7 Spirit Level/ Water Level
6.8 Marking Tools and Measurement Tape
6.9 Hacksaw , Files, trimmers, etc
6.10 Mobile Scaffolds And Ladders
6.11 General Hand Tools
6.12 Drilling Machine

6.13
6.14

7.0

RESPONSIBILITIES

7.1

Project MAnager- Will have the overall responsibility on the Project execution,
quality and safety. Also he will maintain the planning progress and co
works with Main Contractor .
Project Senior Mechanical Engineers/Site Mechanical Engineers- will be r
for the day to day activities on site, materials, drawings, testing &
allocation of Departmental resources to the work site.
Charge-hand- will be directly responsible for the day to day jobs on site, for ass
work to the technicians or any other workers assigned to his area.
QA/QC Department- will be overseeing the quality requirements and quality co
measures for the project in coordination with the Senior Project Mecha
Engineers as outlined in the MAPCO Quality Manual.
Safety Officer will be responsible for the Health and Safety aspects on site as p
approved MAPCO Safety Procedures.

7.2
7.3
7.4
7.5

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8.0
8.1

PROCEDURE
General Requirement

8.1.1 All materials received at site shall be inspected, handled and stored
8.1.2 All materials shall be inspected by QA/QC Engineer / QC Inspector a
the consultant prior to shifting to work site.

8.1.3 The latest revision of the Approved Shop Drawing should be available
installation area.
8.1.4 Installation, handling, and storing of components and lifting of the Chi
in accordance with the manufacturer recommendations.
8.1.5 All Installation / Construction / Testing works shall be carried out in
the Mapco Safety Manual.
8.1.6 Inspection and testing shall be conducted by the Site Supervisor or be coo
with suppliers representive.
8.1.7 Verification of inspection, checklist and test shall be witnessed, record
FM-5979-121 signed by the Site Mechanical Engineer, QC Inspector, Cli
tative as applicable in each form.
8.1.8 Test equipment shall have valid calibration certificate
8.2

Receipt
And Storage
Material
The materials
received Of
shall
be offloaded in designated lay down
yard
store.
During
shifting or offloading material shall not be dropped off.

8.2.1
8.2.2 Proper
Lifting shall
and be stored according to the manufacturer's
The material
transporting
equipment
instruction to minimize shall be used as required.
8.2.3 All material shall be segregated accordingly to facilitate location of
damage/s.
the items .
8.2.4 Prior to moving to site, FCUs, AHUs and exhaust fans will be
8.2.5
checked
the
sheets
toagainst
ensure
thecheck
specification.
QC inspector
andconformity
Supervisorto
will
the following (scrutinize and
8.2.6 Documents and units): Fan and Motor, type, model, ratings,
examine
proper
storage
components
and and installation instructions against contract
vibration andcapacity,
sound level, unit controls, unit operation, power
specifications,
unit
openings
for supply ducts, cooling coils, type of filters, all of
supply,
enclosure,
checked
recorded in MVR form, inspection will be witnessed by
these willand
be checked
Where
equipments
are to be held in a storage area, particular
consultant.
8.2.7 the
to
the condition
of instruments and devices installed on the panel
attention
will be paid
and
shall be stored and handled in accordance with
faciasfans
. Ac Units
manufacturer's
instructions.
Where equipment or equipment section are sealed to prevent
8.2.8
ingress
of moisture
or disturbed unless physical damages observed.
dust,
not be
Checkthis
for shall
mechanical
damages and the operation of moving parts
8.2.9
and
check
for
freedom of movement.

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8.2.10
8.3

Equipments received at site shall be inspected and approved in

accordance
with Request form.
Material Approval

Equipment Installation

8.3.1 Requirement
8.3.1.
8.3.1 Clearance on site to start the AC units installation should be secured fi
Upon receiving the site clearance to install, the location shall be mark
.2
8.3.1.3 Ensure that all possible ways to install the units inside the room have
to avoid unnecessary works.

8.3.1.4 Crane lifting shall be allowed to lift the FAHU units to the roof.
8.3.1.5 The Main Contractor shall allow the use of tower crane. Cranes and other
shall be capable to carry the weight of the AC units.
8.4
8.4.1
8.4.2
8.4.3

8.4.4

8.5
8.5.1
8.5.2
5.5.3
5.5.4

Fixing of AHU inside the room

Due to the large size of the AHU equipment , it is recommended to
leave
one wall open
of
the
until
thebrought
unit hasdown
been to
brought
inside the room.
AfterAHU
the room
AC units had
been
the room/nearest
point
roller
will
to thepipe
room,
a be used, manual lifter to push the units to its desired
Inside the room a manual chain block/hoist shall be use together
location.
lifter
to position
with the
manual the unit. Ensure that AHUs shall not be damage
tion.
After
the unit has been put in place on its plinth with the
during the installafixed,
a
visual
inspection shall be made to verify the orrectness of
vibration isolators
After
the units . has been set then the necessary attachments or
the installation
connections
shall
commence.
Ensure that all relevant piping and other connections are properly
connected
attached orand that the power cable or wirings are connected in a
specified
on theasManufacturers instructions, Drawings and Project
proper manner
Specifications.
Fixing
ofmarking
Exhaust
After the
offan.
points as shown on the approved drawings, fix
the supports and
frame of the exhaust fan, the supervisor will ensure that coordinatio
trades
are undertaken.
Hand
carry
the exhaust fans inside the room, after fixing the fan
Make
sure
to
follow
the detailed installation drawings and follow
sleeve,
lift
and
hang
or
fix
the
units
on
the
wall as per the drawing .
manufacture's
recommended installation procedure.
After the unit has been put in place with the vibration isolators fixed,
inspection
willthen
be made
to verify the
correctness
the installation.
has been set
the necessary
attachments
or of
connections
will Af
commence .

8.4

HSE/SAFETY CONTROL MEASURES

8.4.1

Safety Equipment
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All necessary PPE and safety gear shall be worn at all times during
the
execution
of
work,
in full compliance
with safety requirements
8.4.1.1
8.4.1.2
8.4.1.3
8.4.1.4
8.4.1.5

8.4.2

Helmets
Safety Shoes
Hand gloves
Safety signs
Safety goggles

Safety Checks
Safety
checks will
made priorare
to commencement
of work
that materials
andbe
equipments
in safe working order
andininorder
accordance
to project and site regulations

9.0

Attachments

9.1
9.2
9.3

ITP
Risk Assesment
Checklist

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DAR ALSHIFA HOSPITAL

KHALIFA CITY, ABU DHABI

Method Statement
For

Installation of FCUs, AHUs And Fans

MEP Mechanical Specifications
Division 150

Ref : MAP-MS-003 Rev : 00

End User
: Dar Al Shifaa Hospital, Khalifa City,
Employer
Engineer
Contractor

Abu Dhabi Dhabi

: Dar Al Shifaa Hospital LLC
: Society Technology House
: Vamed Emirates LLC/ Vamed
Engineering Gmbh & Co. KG

Date : 23-08-2015
Project Name : Dar Al Shifaa Hospital

Project No

Project Address :

2038

Sector W5-Plot C-14

Khalifa City, Abu Dhabi, UAE
Prepared By: Winston Garcia / QA/QC Engr
Submitted by : MAPCO LLC

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REVISION RECORD

1. THIS COVER PAGE IS A RECORD OF ALL REVISIONS OF THE

DOCUMENT IDENTIFIED IN THE PRECEEDING PAGE BY NUMBER
AND TITLE.

Rev No.

Date

Checked
Approved
(QA/QC M) (MEP Engr)

Page 20 of 36

DESCRIPTION AND PAGE

NUMBERS OF REVISIONS

CONTENTS
1. Purpose
2. Scope
3. Legislation & Code Of practice
4. References
5. definitions
6. Method Of Work
6.1 Materials
6.2 Equipment / Tools
7. Responsibilities
8. Procedure
9. Attachments

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1.

Purpose:
The purpose of this Method Statement is to ensure that correct equipment
and materials
are used and agreed procedures are implemented during execution of work.

2.

Scope:
This Method Statement is to define the method to be used to ensure that
tions of FCUs, AHUs and Fans inline with related ductings and final
installaand workmanship are correct and acceptable and conforming to contract
connections
documents
and General Specifications.

3. Legislation and code of practice: NOCs, permit from local applicable

authorities.
4.

References :
Specifications Section 15000
: General Requirements
Specifications Section 15001
: Design Parameters
Specifications Section 15002
: Air Handling Units
Specifications Section 15003
: Fan Coil Units
Specifications Section 15004
: Fans
Specifications Section 15016
: Vibration Isolation And Mountings
AMCA, ASHRAE, NEC, BS 500
Material Approval
Approved Construction Drawings
Manufacturer Technical Datas and installation manual
Mapco Quality Procedure
Mapco Safety Manual

5.

Definitions :
MS
WIR
RA
CM
PE
QCE
FM
QCP
ITR
ASHRAE

:
:
:
:
:
:
:
:
:
:

Method Statement
Work Inspection Request
Risk Assesment
Construction Manager
Project Engineer
Quality Control Engineer
QC Form
Quality Control Procedure
Inepection & test Report
American Society Of Heating,Refrigeration & Airconditioning
Engineers

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AMCA
MAR
MVR

:
:
:

Air Movement And Control Association, International, Inc

Material Approval Request
Material Verification Report

6.0 Method of Work

6.1 Materials
Axial Flow Fans
Centrifugal Fans
Toilet Extract Fans

Air Handling Units

Fan Coil Units

6.2 Equipment / Tools

6.1 Tower crane/Lifter
6.2 Chain Sling
bob
Manual Chain block/hoist
6.3 Lifting Beam/Spreader Bar
6.4 D-Shackles
6.5 Heavy Duty Motorized Chain Hoist
6.6 Chilled Water Pumps
6.7 Spirit Level/ Water Level
6.8 Marking Tools and Measurement Tape
6.9 Hacksaw , Files, trimmers, etc
6.10 Mobile Scaffolds And Ladders
6.11 General Hand Tools
6.12 Drilling Machine
7.0
7.1
7.2
7.3
7.4
7.5

6.13 Plumb
6.14

RESPONSIBILITIES

Project MAnager- Will have the overall responsibility on the Project execution,
quality and safety. Also he will maintain the planning progress and coordina
works with Main Contractor .
Project Senior Mechanical Engineers/Site Mechanical Engineers- will be respons
for the day to day activities on site, materials, drawings, testing & commis
allocation of Departmental resources to the work site.
Charge-hand- will be directly responsible for the day to day jobs on site, for assigning
work to the technicians or any other workers assigned to his area.
QA/QC Department- will be overseeing the quality requirements and quality control
measures for the project in coordination with the Senior Project Mechanical
Engineers as outlined in the MAPCO Quality Manual.
Safety Officer will be responsible for the Health and Safety aspects on site as per the
approved MAPCO Safety Procedures.

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8.0

PROCEDURE

8.1

General Requirement

8.1.1 All materials received at site shall be inspected, handled and stored upon r
8.1.2 All materials shall be inspected by QA/QC Engineer / QC Inspector and app
the consultant prior to shifting to work site.

8.1.3 The latest revision of the Approved Shop Drawing should be available at th
installation area.
8.1.4 Installation, handling, and storing of components and lifting of the Chillers
in accordance with the manufacturer recommendations.
8.1.5 All Installation / Construction / Testing works shall be carried out in complia
the Mapco Safety Manual.
8.1.6 Inspection and testing shall be conducted by the Site Supervisor or be coordinat
with suppliers representive.
8.1.7 Verification of inspection, checklist and test shall be witnessed, recorded in
FM-5979-121 signed by the Site Mechanical Engineer, QC Inspector, Client re
tative as applicable in each form.
8.1.8 Test equipment shall have valid calibration certificate
8.2

8.2.1
8.2.2
8.2.3
8.2.4
8.2.5
8.2.6

8.2.7

8.2.8
8.2.9
8.2.10

Receipt And Storage Of Material

The materials received shall be offloaded in designated lay down yard
store.
During shifting or offloading material shall not be dropped off. Proper
Lifting and
The material shall be stored according to the manufacturer's instruction to
transporting equipment shall be used as required.
minimize
All material shall be segregated accordingly to facilitate location of the
damage/s.
items .
Prior to moving to site, FCUs, AHUs and exhaust fans will be checked
against the
sheets to ensure conformity to the specification.
QC inspector and Supervisor will check the following (scrutinize and
Documents and units): Fan and Motor, type, model, ratings, components
examine
proper storage and installation instructions against contract
and
vibration andcapacity,
sound level, unit controls, unit operation, power supply,
specifications,
unit openings for supply ducts, cooling coils, type of filters, all of these will
enclosure,
checked
and recorded in MVR form, inspection will be witnessed by the
be checked
Where equipments are to be held in a storage area, particular attention
consultant.
to
of instruments and devices installed on the panel facias .
willthe
be condition
paid
Ac Units
and fans shall be stored and handled in accordance with manufacturer's
instructions.
Where equipment or equipment section are sealed to prevent ingress of
moisture or
dust, this shall not be disturbed unless physical damages observed.
Check for mechanical damages and the operation of moving parts and
check for
freedom of movement.
Equipments received at site shall be inspected and approved in
accordance with

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Material Approval Request form.

8.3

Equipment Installation

8.3.1 Requirement
8.3.1.1 Clearance on site to start the AC units installation should be secured first.
8.3.1.
Upon receiving the site clearance to install, the location shall be marked or
2
8.3.1.3 Ensure that all possible ways to install the units inside the room have been s
to avoid unnecessary works.

8.3.1.4 Crane lifting shall be allowed to lift the FAHU units to the roof.
8.3.1.5 The Main Contractor shall allow the use of tower crane. Cranes and other lift
shall be capable to carry the weight of the AC units.
8.3.2

Fixing of AHU inside the room

Due to the large size of the AHU equipment , it is recommended to leave

one wall of
the AHU room open until the unit has been brought inside the room.
After the AC units had been brought down to the room/nearest point to the
8.3.2.2
roller
will be used, manual lifter to push the units to its desired
room, pipe
a
Inside the room a manual chain block/hoist shall be use together with the
location.
8.3.2.3
lifter to position the unit. Ensure that AHUs shall not be damage during
manual
tion.
After the unit has been put in place on its plinth with the vibration
the installafixed, a visual inspection shall be made to verify the orrectness of the
isolators
After
the .units has been set then the necessary attachments or
installation
connections shall
commence.
Ensure that all relevant piping and other connections are properly
8.3.2.4
connected
attached orand that the power cable or wirings are connected in a proper
specified
instructions, Drawings and Project
manner ason the Manufacturers
Specifications.
8.3.2.1

8.3.3

Fixing of FCUs
After the marking of hangers and fixing points as shown in the drawing, fix
the sup 8.3.3.1
ports, verify the level of hangers, the supervisor will ensure that the
Bring the FCUs inside the room, lift and hang or fix the units on the wall
coordination
with other trades are undertaken.
or soffit as
8.3.3.2
Make
sure thatdrawing
the approved
vibration isolator is properly fixed in the
per applicable
location.
Make sure to follow the detailed installation drawings and follow
8.3.3.3 concrete.
manufacturers
recommended installation procedure.
8.3.3.4 After the unit has been put in place with the vibration isolators fixed, a visu
shall be made to verify the correctness of the installation. After the units
has been
set then the necessary attachments or connections shall commence.
8.3.4
8.3.4.1

Fixing of Exhaust fan.

After the marking of points as shown on the approved drawings, fix the
supports and

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frame of the exhaust fan, the supervisor will ensure that coordination with
trades are undertaken.
Hand carry the exhaust fans inside the room, after fixing the fan sleeve,
8.3.4.2
Make
sure
to follow the detailed installation drawings and follow
lift and
hang
or fix the units on the wall as per the drawing .
manufacture's
8.3.4.3
recommended installation procedure.
8.3.4.4 After the unit has been put in place with the vibration isolators fixed, a visu
inspection will be made to verify the correctness of the installation. After th
has been set then the necessary attachments or connections will
commence .

8.3.5

HSE/SAFETY CONTROL MEASURES

8.3.5.1 Safety Equipment

All necessary PPE and safety gear shall be worn at all times during the
execution of
work, in full compliance with safety requirements
8.3.5.1.
8.3.5.1.
1
8.3.5.1.
2
8.3.1.1.
3
8.3.5.1.
4
5
8.3.6

Helmets
Safety Shoes
Hand gloves
Safety signs
Safety goggles
Safety Checks
Safety checks will be made prior to commencement of work in order to ens
that materials and equipments are in safe working order and in
accordance
to project and site regulations

9.0

Attachments

9.1
9.2
9.3

ITP
Risk Assesment
Checklist

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