College of Social Sciences, College of law, College of

Sharia & Islamic Studies, Pray Area and Faculty Club(1)

SABAH AL- SALEM UNIVERSITY CITY,
KUWAIT UNIVERSITY
METHOD STATEMENT FOR
INSTALLATION AND TESTING OF HDPE PIPES & FITTINGS
(Specification Section 15410)

Doc.No:
KU/SPCL/NBTC/PL-01
Date: 12.09.2015

CLIENT

: SABAH AL-SALEM UNIVERSITY CITY,

KUWAIT UNIVERSITY

PROJECT MANAGEMENT

: TURNER PROJACS

CONSULTANT

: PAGE INTERNATIONAL LTD

in association with SQC INTERNATIONAL

MAIN CONTRACTOR

: SHAPOORJI PALLONJI AND COMPANY LTD

SUBCONTRACTOR

: NASER M.AL-BADDAH & PARTNER GENERAL

TRADING & CONTRACTING CO.W.L.L.

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College of Social Sciences, College of law, College of

Sharia & Islamic Studies, Pray Area and Faculty Club(1)
SABAH AL- SALEM UNIVERSITY CITY,
KUWAIT UNIVERSITY
METHOD STATEMENT FOR
INSTALLATION AND TESTING OF HDPE PIPES & FITTINGS
(Specification Section 15410)

Doc.No:
KU/SPCL/NBTC/PL-01
Date: 12.09.2015

1.0

INTRODUCTION:
This Method Statement specifies the Installation and testing procedures for HDPE
Soil, Waste, Vent and Rain water / Storm water drainage pipes & Fittings.

2.0

SCOPE:
The aim of the method statement is to set out the procedures, precautions to observe
during unloading, storage, shifting of pipes to desired locations, Installation and
Testing Sequence for Above & Below grade HDPE Pipes and Fittings.
All works shall be carried out in accordance to Site Safety rules and regulations as
guided by the Engineer, This method statement shall be read in conjunction with the
applicable project specification and testing.

3.0

WORKS SEQUENCE AND METHODOLOGY:

3.1

Sequence of the work:

Below Grade:
Marking the layout and routing of pipes.
Excavation
Trench preparation.
Dewatering if necessary.
Leveling, laying and supporting of pipes.
Pipe joining installation.
Inspection for pipe/fitting Installation.
Testing.
Above Grade: (High level)
Scaffolding.
Marking the layout and routing of pipes.
Drilling for supports
Installation of pipes with proper level & alignment
Pipe joining installation.
Inspection for pipe/fitting Installation.
Testing

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College of Social Sciences, College of law, College of

Sharia & Islamic Studies, Pray Area and Faculty Club(1)
SABAH AL- SALEM UNIVERSITY CITY,
KUWAIT UNIVERSITY
METHOD STATEMENT FOR
INSTALLATION AND TESTING OF HDPE PIPES & FITTINGS
(Specification Section 15410)

Doc.No:
KU/SPCL/NBTC/PL-01
Date: 12.09.2015

3.2

Materials receipt, Handling & Storage

3.2.1. Material Receipt:

The materials received at site stores / site shall be checked for manufacture details,
as per delivery note and approved material submittal to ensure delivery is correct.
Details of the material receipt will be conveyed to the MEP Project Engineer and
Quality Engineer.
Related material informations will be conveyed to the Engineer and will be
integrated with requirements and procedures of the Engineer
3.2.2. Material Handling:
Use hand gloves for shifting / unloading / loading / handling, etc.
Unload pipe bundles mechanically, use manual lifting or forklift as per the site
facility available. If the pipes arrive at site in loose form, it can be unloaded manually.
Pipes and fittings shall not be drag or drop. Pipes and pipe fittings shall be handled
as per the manufacturers instructions.
Pipes shall be distributed to the installation site only in such quantities as can be
installed in one working day or as allowed by the Engineer.
3.2.3. Material Storage:
Pipes should be laid on a reasonably flat surface free from large stones or sharp
projection
All Pipes shall be covered and shall not be exposed to direct sunlight.
Pipes stacks should not exceed seven layers or 2 meters in height.
Make sure pipes are stacked in a pyramid manner or make sure the pipes are
stacked properly with supports at both sides.
3.3.

Execution

3.3.1

Preparatory Works
Check the availability of latest approved working drawing.
Check whether the area is clear for installation.
Review the Risk assessment with the current site conditions.
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College of Social Sciences, College of law, College of

Sharia & Islamic Studies, Pray Area and Faculty Club(1)
SABAH AL- SALEM UNIVERSITY CITY,
KUWAIT UNIVERSITY
METHOD STATEMENT FOR
INSTALLATION AND TESTING OF HDPE PIPES & FITTINGS
(Specification Section 15410)

Doc.No:
KU/SPCL/NBTC/PL-01
Date: 12.09.2015

Check the size and class of pipes as per drawing / Material Submittal.
Check for any physical damage to the pipes and fittings.
Mark the location of trench preparation for laying pipes.
Make sure that the pipe or fittings are dry, clean and free from grit for pipe fittings.
3.3.2. Trench Preparation and Supports
Refer Method Statement for Excavation and Backfilling for Pipes, which will
covers all the activities related to trench preparation, execution, trench supporting,
inspection of trench before and after trench preparation etc.
The trench should not be excavated too far in advance of pipe laying and should be
backfilled as soon as possible. Trench widths should be narrow as practicable but
not less than pipe OD plus 300mm to enable proper compaction of side fill.
Future provision for floor drain, Area drain, Trench drain, WC outlets, Oil &
Grease Interceptor should be coordinated with steel structure works.
The wooden box shall be provided for future provisions with required sizes &
location as per the approved drawing before concreting works.
Preparation of Pipe Supports at specified intervals and designated levels as per
approved piping layout shall be completed before Pipe Installations inside the trench.
3.3.3.

HDPE Pipe & Fitting Installation

Cut the pipe to the required length with a pipe cutting tool as per manufacturer
recommendations.
Make sure that pipes are cut properly to 90.
De-burr the edges, clean both end of the pipe and fittings for necessary thermal
fusion.
Position the pipe in the raft foundation at given / required level as per approved
construction drawing and verify it with leveling instrument.
Make sure that pipe & fitting are correctly aligned.
Pipes are joined together by butt welding & electro fusion welding will be applied
wherever required.
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College of Social Sciences, College of law, College of

Sharia & Islamic Studies, Pray Area and Faculty Club(1)
SABAH AL- SALEM UNIVERSITY CITY,
KUWAIT UNIVERSITY
METHOD STATEMENT FOR
INSTALLATION AND TESTING OF HDPE PIPES & FITTINGS
(Specification Section 15410)

Doc.No:
KU/SPCL/NBTC/PL-01
Date: 12.09.2015

100% Visual inspection will be carried out for all fusion joints.
On completion of each pipe section, check and adjust if necessary to ensure the
proper level and alignment of pipe then fix proper clamp to maintain its location &
level
After completing the pipe works, compression type rubber plugs with bleeding caps
to be installed for drain outlets & one outlet to be extended to 3 mtr height for testing.
Installation check list to be issued for consultant approval.
3.3.4. Hydro static test:
Flush the all drainage pipes with clean water to remove all dirt / debris before
conducting the hydrostatic test.
All openings in the piping will be tightly closed by compression type rubber plug
with bleeding caps and the system filled with water to the point of overflow from the
highest point. The plugs can be temporally opened by using bleeding caps to make
sure that all air has been vented and that water has reached all parts of the system.
The sewer or drain under test should be left with filled water for 1 2 hours. If any
leaks in joints or evidence of defective pipe or fittings are revealed, the defective pipe /
fitting should be immediately replaced with new joints and approved materials.
During the water test, strutting precautions should be taken to prevent any
movement of the drain or sewer.
After the correction is made, the test pressure will be maintained for minimum 1
hour and witnessed by QA/QC Engineer.
4.0

RESPONSIBILITIES:

4.1.1

Site Engineer
He shall be responsible for the complete activity including, but not limited to:
Work planning and risk assessment at work place.
Coordinate all supervisors, foremen. ensuring that they observe the requirements
pertaining to Safety and Quality for this work.
Manage manpower, equipment and materials for safe and timely completion of
work.
Ensure the quality of work as per the approved shop drawings, specification and
recommendations.
Stage inspection and notification to QC and the Engineer as applicable.
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College of Social Sciences, College of law, College of

Sharia & Islamic Studies, Pray Area and Faculty Club(1)
SABAH AL- SALEM UNIVERSITY CITY,
KUWAIT UNIVERSITY
METHOD STATEMENT FOR
INSTALLATION AND TESTING OF HDPE PIPES & FITTINGS
(Specification Section 15410)

Doc.No:
KU/SPCL/NBTC/PL-01
Date: 12.09.2015

Taking action to closing non conformances reports.

ensuring that tool box talks are conducted regularly by supervisors.
Ensure that method statement is followed strictly and implemented at site.
To prepare daily progress report and send to planning, area manager and other
related concerns.
4.1.2.

Site Supervisor / Foreman

Conducting Tool Box talks to explain the work procedure and maintain safety
guidelines.
Ensure that latest shop drawings are being used at site.
Organizing all necessary material, tools, equipment to the work site and assigning
workman crew prior to commencement of work.
Confirming materials used at site are as per approved Material Submittal.

4.1.3. QC Engineer / Inspector

QC Engineer shall be overall responsible for QC activities.
He shall be responsible for the execution techniques and control with respect to this
Method Statement and reference documents.
Witnessing all Checks / Tests.
Maintaining records of calibration, inspection and testing equipment.
Documentation of test records and stage inspection.
Reporting and monitoring of non-conformance status.
4.1.4. Other Execution Personnel
Competent Plumbers
Stores Personnel

5.0

SAFETY:
Inspect work area & apply safety measures (warning tape, safety barriers and
signboard) and ensure availability of first aid box prior to start any activity at site.
Ensure that all Plumbers / Assistant plumbers use all safety tools. (Safety belt,
Goggles, Gloves, Helmets, safety shoes etc.)
Trained / Experienced labors to be utilized for installation of scaffolding & the same
to be checked by safety representative.
Work site shall be kept clean and tidy & ensure housekeeping on daily basis before
leaving job site.
Extra lighting arrangements to be provided during night shift &dull day light time
as additional safety requirement.

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