PRECISION PHASE 3 – EXTENSION FACTORY AND

Project name :SAIGON

RENOVATION LOCKER/BIKE PARKING

STANDARD METHOD STATEMENT

Installation of Air Ducting

Submitted by KANDENKO Date :

Approved by, Reviewed by, Prepared by,

Approved by Date:
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Contents

1. Introduction ........................................................................................................................ 3

2. Scope .................................................................................................................................... 3

3. Standard .............................................................................................................................. 3

4. Reference ............................................................................................................................. 3

5. Definitions And Abbreviation ........................................................................................... 4

6. Specification Clause ........................................................................................................... 4

7. Resources Mobilization Plan ............................................................................................. 4

8. Construction Equipment ................................................................................................... 4

9. Personnel ............................................................................................................................. 5

10. Materials ............................................................................................................................. 5

11. Construction Procedures And Construction Methods ................................................... 5

12. Description Method for installation of Air Ducting system: ........................................ 11

13. Responsibility .................................................................................................................... 16

14. Design And Drawings....................................................................................................... 17

15. Statutory Consents ........................................................................................................... 17

16. Work Program.................................................................................................................. 17

17. Quality Assurance ............................................................................................................ 17

18. Health And Safety ............................................................................................................ 17

19. Environmental Policy ....................................................................................................... 17

20. Relevant Documentation.................................................................................................. 17

21. Subcontractor ................................................................................................................... 17

22. Risk And Hazard Assessment ......................................................................................... 18

23. Organizational Chart ....................................................................................................... 18

24. Inspection .......................................................................................................................... 18

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1. Introduction
This method statement outlines the quality procedures for the fabrication and installation of
G.I. sheet metal ductworks for the ventilating and air-conditioning systems.
In addition this method statement is written to educate duct fabricators, installers and
insulators as regards health, safety and environment.
To define the method of installation of G.I. sheet metal ductworks for the ventilating and air-
conditioning to be employed to ensure that the installation works to be undertaken on site are
complying with the following:
1.1 Approved contract design drawings issued
1.2 Latest contract specifications issued
1.3 Submitted approved shop drawings
1.4 Submitted approved materials.
1.5 Approved latest standard recognized local and international installation practices
1.6 Project safety plan and associated safety procedures
1.7 Project environmental plan and associated procedures
1.8 Project quality plan and associated quality procedures
1.9 Approved inspection and test plan
The method statement describes herein the procedures for material delivery inspection,
storage, installation, inspection and testing.

2. Scope
This method statement is applicable for G.I. sheet metal ductworks for the ventilating and
air-conditioning systems employing the approved materials.
This method statement also focuses within site materials inspection, installation, testing
method to ensure that the G.I. sheet metal ductworks for the ventilating and air-conditioning
systems supplied, installed, inspected and tested for the works is in accordance with project
requirements. The work method summarizes into the following:
2.1 Preparation works
2.2 Delivery, inspection and storage of materials
2.3 Setting out plans
2.4 Fabrication and Installation of G.I. sheet metal ductworks for the ventilating and air-
conditioning systems
2.5 Inspection and testing of G.I. sheet metal ductworks for the ventilating and air-
conditioning systems

3. Standard
 TCXD 232:1999: Ventilating, air-conditioning and Cooling system-Manufacture,
installation and acceptance
 TCVN 5687:2010 : Ventilation-air conditioning – Design standard

4. Reference

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 4.1 Coordinated installation work
4.2 Approved contract design drawings issued
4.3 Latest contract specifications issued
4.4 Submitted approved shop drawings
4.5 Submitted approved materials.
4.6 Approved latest standard recognized local and international installation practices
4.7 Project safety plan and associated safety procedures
4.8 Project quality plan and associated quality procedures
4.9 Approved inspection and test plan

5. Definitions And Abbreviation

BS British Standard
TCVN Vietnam Standard
ITP Inspection and Test Plan
HSE Safety and Environment
PPE Personnel Protective Equipment
DCP Design control point
DWP Detail work program
N/A Not Applicable
SEM Structural E&M requirement

6. Specification Clause
Refer to General requirements for Mechanical System (special in HVAC Item).

7. Resources Mobilization Plan

Prior site mobilization, careful planning and preparation as per works program will be
implemented. These include appropriation of sufficient numbers of staff and labors,
equipment, materials, site offices and facilities/services.
Actual mobilization to site is dependent on accessibility to site and availability of space
allocations.
Sub-contractor will have to advise the schedule and requirements for site mobilization.
Meanwhile, after a thorough study and careful planning must confirm immediately with sub-
contractor the schedule and requirements in order to mobilize within sufficient period of
time.
Appropriate and sufficient temporary services such as power, lighting, communications,
ventilation, lifting cranes, trolleys, working areas, scaffoldings shall be provided.

8. Construction Equipment
PPE for all staff and labors
Measuring tapes
Setting out markers
Spirit levels
Electric hand grinders

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 Wrenches and spanners
Certified chain block sets
Certified mobile scaffoldings and step ladders
Cutting Saw
Grinding machines
Welding machines sets and accessories.
Trolleys
Electric drilling, machines Electric jig saw machine.
Lifting scissors, Lifting cranes.

9. Personnel
A management team will handle the entire project and manpower which includes staff,
engineers, logistics, site coordination, etc.
Prior deployment, selected and well trained staff and engineers to be stationed to site will be
organized, oriented and dispatched to their various specific assignments on site.
Teams of skilled labors, specialized technicians, helpers will be deployed specifically to
undertake the installation of air ducting works.
The entire teams of managers, staff, engineers and labors will undergo the sub-contractor in-
house safety training prior dispatching to site. Moreover, the entire sub-contractor team will
undergo site HSE orientation as part of project requirement.

10. Materials
All G.I. sheet metal ductworks and associated accessories for the ventilating and air-
conditioning systems will be delivered to site as per the approved materials and
manufacturer's method of unloading, storing and handling.
Prior inspection, all necessary related documents will be prepared and copies to be issued to
the inspecting team.
All G.I. sheet metal ductworks, fittings and accessories delivered to site will be inspected as
per approved materials submittals.
All G.I. sheet metal ductworks materials delivered to site will be inspected by the store-in-
charge, the QA/QC, site engineer. Any defective and damaged materials will not be accepted
and will be replaced with new materials.
Upon completion of inspection, store-in-charge will ensure that the materials unloaded will
be stored in well ventilated, dry and shaded area. Proper tagging will be displayed to ensure
correct issuance and dispatching to site personnel.
Site engineers upon material request will inspect materials prior installation
Site engineers and supervisors will ensure proper handling and shifting of delivered materials
from store to site.

11. Construction Procedures And Construction Methods

Ducts Storage Method: For G.I. sheet metal ductworks and associated accessories materials
for the ventilating and air-conditioning systems storage method, please refer to

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 manufacturer's recommended method of storage. (Refer to the manufacturer's catalogues
enclosed in materials submittal)
Duct Fabrication Method: For G.I. sheet metal ductworks for the ventilating and air-
conditioning systems fabrication method, please refer to manufacturer's recommended
method of fabrication. General Requirements for Mechanical, (Refer to the manufacturer's
catalogues enclosed in materials submittal).
Sequence of Work
11.1 Preparation
11.1.1 Check whether shop drawings are approved and necessary authorizations are
issued prior commencement of installation work.
11.1.2 Check the bottom of soffit slabs, beams, columns, wall/floor sleeves, opening
sizes, positions, etc, according to approved and coordinated shop drawings.
11.1.3 Confirm availability of storage space, storage and delivery method for ducting
and associated accessories materials.
11.1.4 Confirm the area allocated for temporary workshop on project site.
11.1.5 The required approved PPE wiỉl be issued to all the operative staffs prior start
of installation works.
11.1.6 All materials, tools and equipment to be used for installation works should be
checked for their compliance with standards and specifications.
11.1.7 Issue Material / Equipment Requisition forms (MERF) for material delivery.
11.1.8 As necessary, barricade or secure the affected work areas as safety
precautions.
11.1.9 Always wear PPE for personal safety and protection within project site.
11.1.10 Always clear access or walkway free from trip hazard equipment, tools and
materials.
11.1.11 Avoid standing directly under crane or any lifting equipment when lifting
materials or equipment.
11.1.12 Do not delay. Report immediately any untoward or unusual incidents to any
site officers present.
11.1.13 Keep the site and working area clean free from garbage, debris {metals, stones
or any sharp objects), food and drink leftovers during and after working hours.
11.1.14 Copies of approved shop drawings should be issued to the site engineer and
the installer-in-charge prior the start of works.
11.1.15 The project engineer along with the supervisor should check the site for the
completion of the civil works and the portion of the area cleared for the
installation works.
11.2 Setting Out of Works
Generally prior to commencement of the delivery of the ducts & associated
accessories and duct support systems, the setting out of the installation shall be
conducted to determine the location of dampers, and fittings. Setting out to determine
the position of the duct supports shall be included.

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 The setting out of the works shall be on the basis of an "approved for construction"
installation drawings. And the setting out shall be from a common reference point to
be provided at the site. The common reference point shall also be included in the
"approved for construction" installation drawings, with all setting out dimensions
relative to the common reference point.
Any discrepancies between the common reference point on the "approved for
construction" installation drawings and the actual site provisions shall be notified to
the Project Manager and an NCR shall be raised. Works will not start till the
discrepancies are resolved.
Locations and identify the duct routes, the positions of the duct mounted equipment
and the locations of the duct support system, inclusive of hanger drilling locations.
11.2.1 Fabrication And Installation Of Steel Support Systems
 Duct supports shall be fabricated on site based on the "approved for
construction" installation drawings and duct detail drawings.
 The supports shall be fabricated.
 Prior to fixing supports, layout duct route and mark the locations of supports
on wall, underneath the slab properly. Determine the position of the duct
supports and mark the location.
 Determine the position of any temporary lifting points to be used and marked
out on the concrete. Depending on the size and weight of the pipe, make
temporary lifting supports, capable of lifting the full load to be installed.
Ensure to employ suitable size chain blocks.
11.2.2 Duct Installation Procedures
 A routinely check should be conducted to ensure shop drawings being issued
for fabrication on site are approved .
 All the materials to be used for the fabrication of the duct work should be
checked for their compliance with the standards and project specifications.
 Only approved materials should be procured and used for the fabrication of the
ductworks. The storage of the materials at the workshop prior to the
fabrication should be arranged to avoid any water marks and any other
mechanical damages to the G.I sheets.
 Visual check should be conducted prior fabrication of ducting.
 All the fabrication method the ductworks should be according to the standards
and specifications. The flanges and the jointing procedures should be as per
standard. All duct sections shall be flanged according to Specifications.
 Copies of approved shop drawings should be issued to workshop engineer. All
ducts should be properly tagged and identified.
 The project engineer along with the supervisor should check the site for the
completion of civil works and areas should be cleared prior ductworks
installation.
 Walls & slabs openings for ducts penetrating should be checked on site to
confirm builder's work drawings issued are as per approved.

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  Upon delivery of ducts to site, the supervisor or site engineer should check the
quantity and quality of ducts indicated on the delivery order are as per the
approved shop drawings
 All fabricated ducts should be stored in the allocated, shaded or covered and
secured area on site.
 All the joints should be applied with approved duct sealant and the duct should
be cleaned with the clean cloth to avoid any dust particle on the surface of the
ducts.
 The duct support for the portion of the duct should be marked on the site prior
to the installation of the supports. The duct support location should be marked
on the site.
 When ducts are jointed with the flange connection the gasket should be
provided in between the flanges to avoid the leakage of the air from the duct.
Duct sealant will be applied to all the joints before insulation.
 The takeoff collar for the branch duct will be marked on the insulation and the
portion of the insulation is cut and the takeoff collar is fitted to the main duct
for the connection of the branch duct.
 The gaps that will connect the main duct with the branch duct are measured
and fabricated by duct manufacturer.
 Take off collars for the diffusers are mark and fix to the main ducts.
 As soon as the ductworks installation is finished, visually inspect first prior
conducting joint inspection with the consultants.
 On the approval of the inspection by the consultants, the place is cleared for
the other services and the false ceiling works to proceed with.
 The false ceiling coordinated layout drawing is followed for the location of the
diffusers on the false ceiling, the branch duct is terminated exactly above the
location of the diffusers.
 Along with the ceiling grid work the dropper neck for the diffusers were taken
and left on the false ceiling level.
 Clear the site for the other services.
11.2.3 Ducting And Fittings
 Prior installing ducting parallel to walls, floors, and ceilings, clear
obstructions, preserve headroom, and keep openings and passageways clear.
 Remove burrs or sharp edge when joining straight duct and fitting materials to
avoid injury.
 Remove scale and dirt, inside and outside, before assembly.
 Should structural features or other work prevent running of ducts or setting of
equipment at locations indicated, necessary minor deviations there from will
be permitted, as approved by the Engineer.
 Run ducting in chases or recesses in walls where provided, through openings
in floors, and in furred ceilings; otherwise, as exposed ducts.

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  Provide transition fittings where change in duct size occurs. Abrupt or short
transition shall not be used unless otherwise indicated or in special cases.
 Make changes in direction only with manufactured fittings.
 Provide proper length bolts for each size flange on flanged connections. Bolts
with excessive length of exposed threads will not be permitted. A minimum of
three full threads is required to be exposed beyond the nut after tightening the
assembly.
 Prevent entry of foreign matters during handling, assembling, and installation
of ducts, dampers and fittings. Use either compressed air, wire brush or other
acceptable means to remove dirt, and other foreign matters from within
interior of ducting before final connections are made. Protect open ends of
ducting by capping, plugging, or by other acceptable methods.
 Provide flexible connections to equipment.
 Install class of ducting as indicated or where applicable.
 Do not run ducting touching any electrical cables, electric switchboards,
transformers, or electric motor starters.
11.2.4 Duct Joints And Connections
 Make joints as per Standard, local and international codes.
 Align and allow space for ducting accurately before installation. Do not use
flexible connections to correct misalignment.
 Support ducting near equipment to prevent weight of duct from compressing
or extending flexible connection from required installed setting.
 Install as recommended by the connection manufacturer.
 Assemble flexible section with fire-rated acceptable/approved materials. Equip
flanged assemblies with limit bolts to restrict maximum travel.
 Provide control units for duct connectors at equipment mounted on vibration
isolators, to limit travel.
 Locations: Locate joints and connections so ducting can be easily disconnected
for removal of equipment
 Flanges: Provide matching flange faces at each connection to equipment or
ducts.
 Install rubber gaskets of the required types.
11.2.5 Dampers And Access
 Volume control dampers: Install volume control dampers to each ducting
branch, equipment outlets and inlets for adjusting and balancing the volume of
air on areas served as indicated on approved shop drawings. Avoid installing
volume control dampers on the air outlet plenum to avoid noise.
 Provide access holes for air measuring devices such as pilot tube manometer/
anemometer at designated locations along ducting. Access holes will be
designated by the commissioning team. Access holes construction and
installation must be as per Standard, local and international codes.

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 11.2.6 Air Outlets And Inlets
 Provide air outlets and inlets such as grilles and diffusers as indicated on the
approved shop drawings. Air outlets and inlets construction and installation
must be as per Standard, local and international cades.
11.2.7 Summary: Installation Procedures
 Install hangers and supports with proper tools and equipment. Use string
stretched from end to end for straight and proper alignment of ducting.
 Install ductwork to allow maximum headroom.
 Properly seam, brace, stiffen, support and render ducts mechanically airtight.
 Adjust ducts to suit job conditions.
 Insulate duct using approved insulating materials adhesive.
 Should structural features or other work prevent running of ducts or setting of
equipment at locations indicated, necessary minor deviations there from will
be permitted, as approved by the Engineer.
 Anchor ducting subject to expansion or contraction in a manner permitting
such strains and stresses to be evenly distributed and alleviated by swing joints
or expansion loops.
 Provide proper flexible fire rated fiber duct connections to equipment.
 Ensure proper clearance between ducting and electric cable trays and
equipment.
 Insulate as soon as duct sections are completed.
 As for the next installation of duct sections, used the same procedure as above.
 Follow the duct spool number and joint connection number stated in the spool
drawings.
 Check the alignment and level of installed duct sections when completed.
 Perform internal inspection with an accompanying check list form. Where
results are satisfactory, notify for General Inspection. Refer to inspection
method.
11.2.8 Testing Procedures
Inspection and testing of ducting and ducting supports.
 Upon completion of the ducting supports installation, the same shall be offered
up for inspection in accordance with the following:
a. Notice of inspection shall be advised to the engineers for their
discretionary attendance and witnessing.
b. Notice shall be advised at least 24 hours prior to the proposed inspection.
c. The ducting supports shall be inspected for compliance with the design
requirement and as shown in the drawing.
d. Before and after the installation works, ducting will be inspected for any
damages incurred during the installation.

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12. Description Method for Installation of Air Ducting system.
12.1 Approval Shop Drawing:
All shop drawing must be approved by NISHIMATSU.
12.2 Approval material:
12.2.1 Material of Ducting:
Material of ducting system, Using Galvanize Iron sheet

12.2.2 Material of Support: Material of Support for ducting system using Angle bar
40~50mm for Rectangular Duct & Hanger bar for Spiral duct.

12.2.3 Material of Glue & Pin:

- Glue for Aluminum Pin: Silicone
- Pin : Aluminum material.

12.2.4 Material of Gasket:

Model of Gasket: Foam Tape.

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 12.3 Working procedure:
12.3.1 Specification of support:

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 12.3.2 Install ducting:
a. Working Procedure:
No. ITEM REMARK
1 DUCTING FABRICATION (FOLLOW APPROVED DRAWING)
2 MAKING DUCTING LINE & (FOLLOW APPROVED DRAWING)
SETTING DIMENSION
3 DRILL HOLE FOR DUCT & (FOLLOW APPROVED DRAWING)
INSTALL HANGER
4 CHECKING LEVEL OR (FOLLOW APPROVED DRAWING AND
HANGER SUPPORT SAFETY RULES)
5 INSTALLATION WORK (FOLLOW SPECIFICATION)
6 INSTALL DUCT (FOLLOW APPROVED DRAWING AND
SAFETY RULES)
7 CLEANING INSIDE DUCT &
COVER
8 ADJUSTING & FINISHING (FOLLOW SPECIFICATION &
WORK INSPECTIONO AND APPROVAL BY NCC)
9 FINAL CLEANING ABOVE
DUCT
10 INSPECTION (FOLLOW SPECIFICATION &
INSPECTIONO AND APPROVAL BY NCC)

*.Installation work:
Ducting system had installed by scaffolding & forklift car depend on
condition and duct size.

No Use Chair
Plate Form

Helmet Safety belt

Safety Safety
Board Board

Method install small duct

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 Use Safety Belt
Worker

H of Hand Rail is
09~1.0m
Don’t standing Safety Control
on scaffolding Board Panel
during time
moving it. Safety
Board

Help Worker TVE

Supervisor

Signal
Board

Method install big duct & Hight lever

12.3.3 Quality control:

Step 1: Checking packing and caulking by silicon. Step 2: Final cleaning.

Step 3:Cover prevent dirty. Step 4: Fixed support for Spiral duct.

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 Step5: Fixed support for Square duct
12.3.4 Insulations work:
For Air Conditioner using ducting only.
- Kind of insulation: Superlon
- Thickness: 19mm

12.4 Inspection and approval:

- Checking level & duct size follow shop drawing.
- Checking support & Fixed support.
- Checking connect joint & caulking.
- Inspection by NISHIMATSU.

13. Responsibility
13.1 Project Engineer-in-charge: The project engineer-in-charge is responsible for
carrying out detailed engineering and manpower planning within the scope of

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 contract, preparation, review of shop drawings and materials take-off leading to the
procurement as per approval by the consultant.
13.2 QA/QC Engineer: QA/QC personnel main task is to ensure the quality of work and
materials delivered to site as per specifications, drawings, manufacturers'
recommendations, site instructions and latest applicable local and international
standards.
13.3 Site Engineer: Site engineer is responsible for daily site work coordination and briefs
supervisors and sub-contractors daily tasks to be undertaken.
13.4 Safety Officer: Safety officer ensures and enforce appropriate measures to protect,
prevent and provide safety to both lives and properties on site.
13.5 Storekeeper: storekeeper shall inspect materials delivered for any damage and/ or
discrepancy before advising QA/ QC for inspection. He shall be responsible for proper
storage of the materials received on site.

14. Design And Drawings

Aside from approved design drawings, separate shop drawings will be submitted for
approval. The approved shop drawings along with the approved materials submittals and this
method statement will be the basis and guidelines during the installation works.

15. Statutory Consents

There is no requirement in respect to system. However we are follow TCVN regulation for
mechanical installation.

16. Work Program

Execution of works will comply and strictly follow the latest and approved project
coordinated installation works program.

17. Quality Assurance

Execution of works will comply and strictly follow the latest and approved project quality
assurance plan.

18. Health And Safety

Execution of works will comply and strictly follow the HSE manual.

19. Environmental Policy

Execution of works will comply and strictly follow the project environmental plan.

20. Relevant Documentation

20.1 Approved Design Drawings
20.2 Approved Shop Drawings
20.3 Approved Material
20.4 Relevant Local and International Applicable Codes

21. Subcontractor

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 Viet Nam Kandenko has been appointed as mechanical subcontractor for the Project. It is
envisaged that the air ducting installation work will be undertaken by Viet Nam Kandenko
direct workforce.

22. Risk And Hazard Assessment

See Attached risk assessment

23. Organizational Chart

As per the approved and latest organizational chart

24. Inspection
As per attached ITP form

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