METHOD STATEMENT Fire Alarm System - Vital Energi

METHOD STATEMENTFire Alarm SystemJob / Contract NameYarn StreetJob / Contract Number VC 90145Date Jul 2013Method Statement Written By Vital Energi Utilities LtdMethod Statement Approved ByCorresponding Risk Assessment No.Signature of Approver1. INTRODUCTIONThis Method Statement describes the specific safe working methods which will be used to carry out the work. It givesdetails of how the work will be carried out and what health and safety issues and controls are involved. The content ofthis Method Statement reflects the finding of the relevant Risk Assessment(s).2. DESCRIPTION OF WORKFire Alarm SystemMaximo PM Number: 3919Work Type:PMJob Seq. Description of Task to be completed10 • Ensure that all safety barriers, signage, isolations and permits are in place, if required.20 • Visually inspect the control Panel for signs of damage, contamination.30 • Ensure panel display is operating correctly. Visual Display Units are in good working order and touch screenskeys operate correctly (if fitted).40 • Check sensors are free from dust and or debris, blasting electrical connections with clean air aerosol to preventbuild-up of dust.50 • Check all switches for obvious signs of damage and correct operation.60 • Ensure there are no fault/alarm indications.70 • Inspect doors for correct operation, lubricate if necessary.80 • Check correct operation of door interlock mechanism and adjust if necessary.90 • Clean out interior, blasting electrical connections with clean air aerosol to prevent build-up of dust.100 • Inspect all cables for signs of damage.110 • Check condition of ‘break glasses’.120 • Inspect fuse carrier & fuse holders for signs of overheating.130 • Visually inspect the internal and external of the control panel for any signs of electrical arcing or damage.140 • Inspect circuit breakers for signs of overheating.150 • Clean or replace filters on the fan if fitted.160 • Test functionality of fan by turning down the set point and observing the fan starts up remembering to turn thesetting back to previous setting (should be approx. 25°C) if fitted.170 • If SMS test facility is installed on control panel, test.180 • Test all indication lamps if possible.190 • Maintain good housekeeping at all times; Tidy the work area, removing any waste products generated during theroutine.200 • Remove all barriers, signage and isolations before signing off permit/s.210 • Return the Control Panel back into service.18 July 2013 08:23:31 GMT+01:00 1 / 3

3. LOCATION / ASSET OF WORKLocationYAR-ECBAsset4. Access ArrangementsGive details of any special access or egress arrangements that will be used.5. LicenceIf a licence is required for this work, give details of licence required, who holds it and where a copy of this licence isstored e.g. Asbestos, C.O.R.G.I. Registration.18 July 2013 08:23:31 GMT+01:00 2 / 3

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