1.2 Method of Statement For Ducting Works

METHOD OF STATEMENT FOR HVAC DUCT WORKS

PROJECT : UNICEF OFFİCES AND CONFERENCE
MOGADİSHU ‐ SOMALİA

CLİENT : RA İNTERNATİONAL

1. Scope of Work
The scope of this method statement is to describe the measures and ways of
ductworks with required accessories as per project specification and project quality
plan.
2. Field of Application
This method statement would be used to make sure the proper way of installing duct
in the areas where it is designed to be in‐placed such as slab soffits, through slab,
roof and many more.
3. Purpose
The purpose of this method is to define the specific tasks to be performed by
Company relating the chasing ceiling works and to make sure quality of the output
including the safety of the works.
4. Reference
• Design Layout Drawing or Builders Work Drawing
• Material Approval Request
• Specification Section for Ductwork
5. Material
• Galvanized Duct and Fittings
• Fiber Glass Duct Insulation
• Hanger and Supports
• Duct Adhesives
• Volume control damper
6. Manpower
• Project Manager
• Supervisor
• Foreman
• Employees

7. Equipment and Tools

• Scaffolding
• Mobile Scaffolds
• Ladder (Only for offloading purposes)
• Standard Tool Kit for Duct Fabricator
• Portable grinding machine
• Hand drilling machine
• Safety helmet
• PPE such as eye protection, dust and chemical mask, Hearing protection, Overalls,
Body Harness
8. Methodology
1. The ducts are made to conform to relevant standards and specifications. It will be
ensured that site measurements and approved drawing meet the required standards.
2. Inspection will be carried out on the duct once it is delivered to site. This is done to
increase conformance to specifications before the ducts are covered.
3. Ensure that there is no leakage of air from between the pieces by using
recommended gasket on the TDF flanges. Use quality bolts and nuts (approved
brands) to join the pieces.
4. Use appropriately sized drill to mark the location of hangers in the slab.
5. Choose the correct sizes of anchor bolts; insert them into the drilled location and
use a hammer to fix it firmly.
6. Where structural steelwork will require support, beam clamps, glider clips, or other
devices that do not require welding or drilling of the steelwork shall be used to attach
them to the steelwork.
7. Choose the threaded rod that has the appropriate length and diameter; fix it by
carefully twisting the anchor bolt. Make sure you exercise caution to avoid damaging
the threads.
8. Lift the ducts one at a time through hoisting up the support level, make sure it is
positioned and aligned to the specified level in the construction drawing.
9. Use nuts and bolts to join the duct. Ensure that you have all the accessories
needed to complete the installation, such as supports and hangers.
10. Follow the approved drawing and specification while placing the hanger support.
Provide approved gasket before you place the duct over it. The sizes of support will
vary depending on the approved project drawing and specification.
11. Using the approved installation details as a guide, use nuts and washer to fix the
support.
12. Special channel support should be used for vertical ducts. Make sure this support
is bolted on the inner surface before it is fixed on the wall
13. Fabricated fittings should be used for all duct connections. Avoid diagonal runs.
Unless otherwise stated in the project drawing, duct should be located horizontally
and vertically.
14. Ductwork penetrating external walls and floors shall be sealed to the wall.
15. There should be provision of an access door for inspection, calibration,
adjustment and maintenance of dampers in line with the project specification.
16. As each duct section gets completed, check and make necessary adjustments to
ensure that the ducts are in the correct level and alignment.
17. Use polyurethane to seal the open end of the duct temporarily, get rid of all
construction debris and clean up the site before leaving.
18. Repeat for other part of the ducts until the whole ducts are connected.
19. Carry out a thorough inspection after the installation is complete.
9. Installation of Volume Control Dampers/ Fire Dampers
1. Confirm the position of the dampers you want to fix on the duct from the project
drawing. Mark and cut it to the specified size. (You will only need to cut when there is
no opening in the duct already).
2. Double check the location for the requirement of installation tolerances and
clearances as specified in the drawing.
3. Shift the volume control to the right position manually and make sure that the
damper channel frame and the duct companion flange match.
4. Shift the fire damper to the right position manually and make sure that the damper
channel frame and the duct companion flange match.

5. Ensure that the joint is airtight by applying gasket and make sure you fasten the
clamp on the duct flange.
6. To install, insert type of volume control damper, insert the VCD/FD inside the duct
into position through the opening provided by cutting slot which has to be closed and
sealed later.
7. Fix the VCD/FD in the duct using the correct size of bolts and nuts.
10. How to install Manual Duct Hoisting at a high level
1. Mark the point where the support is located. Drill the anchor bolt and place the
rod and angle bar to the support.
2. Use a pulley and a hoisting rope for the duct support and use the rope to tighten
the duct.
3. Put measures in place that will prevent slipping and tripping when lifting and
lowering the duct. Make sure you make a barricade and also provide a warning sign.
4. The ductworks should be lifted gradually and one part at a time and it can be done
mechanically or manually as the weight gets evenly distributed throughout the length
of the ductwork, ensuring that all dimensions and levels conform are in line with the
approved construction drawing. If the need arises to use mechanical lifting
accessories, they must be rated and certified before being used. All certification for
lifting accessories and equipment must be done before the equipment is used. The
equipment should be inspected and certified by a safety officer.
5. Use recommended scaffolding that has toe board protection and it should have the
approval of a scaffolding inspector.
6. Slowly hoist the duct until the desired height is reached. Slip the angle bar below
the duct and then release the rope from the duct. Same process will follow.

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