NATIONAL OIL CORPORATION

GENERAL ENGINEERING SPECIFICATION

GES H.04

FIRE WATER SYSTEMS

Rev Date Description Checked Approved

0 1999 Issued for Implementation DL

Compiled by Teknica (UK) Ltd

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INDEX

SEC TITLE PAGE

1.0 SCOPE OF SPECIFICATION 4

1.1 Introduction 4
1.2 Other NOC Specifications 4

2.0 DEFINITIONS 5

2.1 Technical 5
2.2 Contractual 5

3.0 DESIGN 6

3.1 Codes and Standards 6

3.2 Fire Water Supply 6
3.3 Fire Main 7
3.4 Fire Pumps and Drivers 8
3.5 Monitors 9
3.6 Fire Fighting Equipment 9

4.0 MATERIALS 9

4.1 Fire Main 9

4.2 Hydrants 10
4.3 Monitors 10

5.0 MANUFACTURE 10

5.1 Procedures 10

6.0 CO-ORDINATION 10

7.0 INSPECTION 11

7.1 Procedures 11
7.2 Scope 11
7.3 Nameplates (or Tagging) 11

8.0 TESTING 11

8.1 Statutory Tests 11

8.2 Test Procedures 11
8.3 Site Acceptance Test Requirements 11
8.4 Test Certificates 12
8.5 Test Equipment 12
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SEC TITLE PAGE

9.0 DOCUMENTATION 13

9.1 Introduction 13
9.2 Schedules and Reports 13
9.3 Data and Calculations 13
9.4 Drawings 14
9.5 Final Records, Documents and Manuals 14

10.0 PRIOR TO SHIPMENT 15

10.1 Painting and Coatings 15

10.2 Spares 15
10.3 Packing and Storage 15
10.4 Shipping 16
10.5 Warranty 16

11.0 FIGURES SUB-INDEX 16

Figures 17
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1.0 SCOPE OF SPECIFICATION

1.1 Introduction

1.1.1 This specification defines the minimum requirements for design, fabrication, inspection and testing for
Fire Water Systems, including fire water supply, pump units, fire mains, hydrants, monitors and
mobile delivery systems.

1.1.2 This specification applies to equipment for refineries, onshore oil & gas installations and processing
facilities including items purchased either directly or as a part of a package.

1.1.3 The Vendor/Contractor shall comply fully with the provisions laid down in this specification. Any
exception must be authorised in writing by the Owner.

1.1.4 In the event of any conflict between this specification and the Data Sheets, or with any of the
applicable Codes and Standards, the Vendor/Contractor shall inform the Owner in writing and receive
written clarification before proceeding with the work.

1.1.5 This General Engineering Specification will form part of the Purchase Order/Contract, together with
any Data Sheets, drawings or other attachments.

1.2 Other NOC Specifications

The following NOC General Engineering Specifications are an integral part of this specification and
any exceptions shall be approved in advance by the Owner:

GES H.06 Fixed Water Spray Systems

GES H.07 Fire-fighting Facilities for Storage Tanks

GES K.10 General Purpose Steam Turbines (API 611)

GES L.11 3-Phase Induction Motors (Low Voltage)

GES M.01 Diesel Engines

GES P.01 Piping Material Specification

GES P.02 Plant Piping Systems

GES P.09 Steel Piping Fabrication (Shop or Field)

GES P.10 Erection and Testing of Steel Piping

GES X.01 Surface Preparation and Painting Application

GES X.02 Colour Coding of Equipment and Piping

GES X.03 External Protective Coatings

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2.0 DEFINITIONS

2.1 Technical

The technical terms used in this specification are defined as follows:

'Worst Case' Fire Scenario

This is the consideration of the consequences and implications of a major fire at an installation 'Worst
Case' Fire Scenario is used to estimate the requirements of hardware (monitors, pumps, etc),
consumables (water, foam concentrate, etc), systems (call-outs, mutual aid, etc) and personnel.

Emergency Isolation

Emergency valving on a process unit which allows one section of the plant, or any particular vessel to
be isolated, thereby restricting the inventory of flammable or toxic fluids which may be released to
atmosphere.

2.2 Contractual

The commercial terms used in this specification are defined as follows:

Owner

The oil and gas company, an associate or subsidiary, who is the end user of the equipment and
facilities.

Vendor

The company supplying the equipment and material.

Contractor

The main contractor for a defined piece of work.

Sub-Contractor

A company awarded a contract by a Contractor to do part of the work awarded to the Contractor.

Inspection Authority

The organisation representing the Owner or Vendor/Contractor that verifies that the equipment and
facilities have been designed, constructed, inspected and tested in accordance with the requirements of
this specification and the Purchase Order/Contract.

Inspector

A qualified individual representing the Owner, Vendor/Contractor or the assigned Inspection

Authority, who verifies that the equipment and facilities have been designed, constructed, inspected
and tested in accordance with the requirements of this specification and the Purchase Order/Contract.
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3.0 DESIGN

The firewater system shall be solely designed for the purpose of fire-fighting and shall be independent
and separate from any other system.

3.1 Codes and Standards

The design shall comply with this specification and the following Codes and Standards:

NFPA 15 National Fire Code, Water Spray Fixed Systems

NFPA 20 National Fire Code, Centrifugal Fire Pumps

NFPA 24 National Fire Code, Private Fire Service Mains

NFPA 25 Inspection, Testing and Maintenance of Water Based Fire Protection

Systems

AWWA C950-81 Standards for Glass Fibre Reinforced Thermosetting Resin Pressure
Pipe

3.1.1 Unless specified otherwise in the Purchase Order/Contract, the current editions of the Codes and
Standards at the time of the order shall be used.

3.2 Fire Water Supply

3.2.1 Quantity

Where the availability of fire water is limited, i.e. it is not drawn from the sea, then the following
standards shall apply.

A supply of fire water shall be held in reservoirs, tanks, basins, etc. and the quantity to be held will
depend on the potential fire risks involved. For example, at refineries and at storage depots, tank farms
where large inventories of oil are held, the quantity shall be sufficient to allow for 10 hours supply at
full design delivery rate. For a gas treatment plant designed with satisfactory sectional isolation and
depressurisation and with no significant hydrocarbon inventory, 6 hours supply of fire water will be
adequate.

3.2.2 Quality

Large production facilities (i.e. sites with camp provisions) where the fire water supply is corrosive or
is likely to allow blockages to develop in the fire main, water spray and deluge systems, a supply of
sweet water shall be provided to fill the system.

Storage of sweet water equal to one hour's pumping capacity at full design rate shall be provided to
allow for testing and flushing of the firewater system, and for any make-up.

Note:

On small isolated production stations, where sweet water is not available, it is common practice to use
corrosion inhibitors.

If a jockey pump is used to keep the main pressurised, it shall take suction from the sweet water supply.

3.3 Fire Main

In order to provide a basis for design, a number of fire scenarios shall be considered, and shall be used
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to identify and quantify the critical requirements of the fire water delivery systems.

The fire main shall be designed as a grid, with the elements sized to meet the criteria developed above.
In no case, however, will the pipe diameter be less than 8″ (200 mm).

Fire water main to supply not less than 720 m3/hour.

The ring main network shall be such that under fire conditions a pressure of 10 bar shall exist at the
most remote location. The maximum allowable flow/velocity in the system shall be 3.5m/sec. under
these conditions.

Under non-fire conditions the system shall be kept full of water at a pressure of 2 to 3 bar by means of
a jockey pump. Two jockey pumps shall be provided (one duty and one standby) both pumps shall
have a minimum capacity of 15 m3/hour to compensate for leakages.

For process areas, the fire main shall run on all four sides of the plots.

In tankage areas, the main shall be located outside the bunds.

Protection will be provided against mechanical damage, e.g. from vehicles, at vulnerable points.

If manufactured of glass-reinforced plastic, or high density polyethylene, it shall be buried.

Isolating valves shall be provided in the piping network and will be located so that when any section of
main is out of commission, at least 50% of the network in the area will still be available. Valves shall
be in valve pits to allow removal and replacement where line is buried.

Valves in buried pipelines shall be operable from grade level and will have an indicator to show the
status of the valve. The valve and gland shall be protected from damage from sand, rocks, etc.

Full-bore flushing points shall be provided so that all sections of the network can be flushed through.
The flushing valves should be easily accessible from grade level, or from a fixed platform, and should
be located so that the effluent flow can be observed. Suitable drains or soak-aways shall be provided.

As an integral part of the design of the fire-water system, consideration must be given to the drainage,
treatment and disposal of fire water (containing hydrocarbons and foam) from all relevant sites during a
fire, and the surface drainage systems designed accordingly.

3.3.1 Location of Hydrants

Hydrants shall be provided on the fire mains no more than 150 ft (45 m) apart in process areas, or 300
ft (90 m) apart in storage areas. The number and location of hydrants will, however, be specified to
ensure that the requirements established by consideration of the fire scenarios are met.

3.3.2 Hydrants

Hydrants shall be of the wet barrel pillar type fabricated from steel, and have a 6″ (150 mm) riser.
Normally they will be fitted with four 2½" (65 mm) valved outlets. These valves shall be of the angle
type suitable for a working pressure of 218psig (1.5 MPag) and provided with a 2½" flanged inlet and
a 2½" (65 mm) half coupling for hose connection. Type of coupling and pipe thread depends on
equipment purchased or local standards. The outlet coupling of the valve shall point downwards at an
angle of 45° and be fitted with a cap and chain. (See Figure 11.2).

Where it is intended that hand-held hoses will be connected to hydrants and the operating pressure is
higher than 90 psig (620 kPag), pressure regulating hydrant valves shall be fitted.

Hydrants shall be fitted with a 4" (100 mm) hydrant pumper valve (if required) suitable for a working
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pressure of 218 Psig (1.5 Mpag) and provided with a 4" (100 mm) flanged inlet and a 4" (100 mm)
female threaded outlet complete with blank plug and chain. Standard for pipe thread depends on
equipment purchased or local standards.

3.4 Fire Pumps and Drivers

All fire pumps located inside process plants shall be equipped with pneumatically operated shut off
intake valves.

3.4.1 Pumps

Fire pumps shall conform to NFPA 20.

For preference, all pumps will have equal capacity and head characteristics.

Recycle flow systems shall be fitted to the discharge pipework to prevent over heating when operating
with no flow. Recycle shall be back to the firewater storage tank/reservoir, not to the pump suction.

The number of pumps shall be such that the full design duty can be met with any one pump out of
service. The Owner should be consulted, however, if more than four pumps are proposed.

Note: The suction system shall be designed, such that with all pumps operating at 150% rated
capacity, the pressure at the pump suction flange shall not be less than atmospheric.

Each pump will be capable of delivering 150% of rated capacity at not less than 65% of total rated
head. The shut-off head shall not exceed 140% of rated head.

Provision shall be made in the firewater system for testing each pump's capacity and head performance.
(See Figure 11.1).

3.4.2 Drivers

A combination of diesel engine, electric motor and steam turbine (if available) should be used as
drivers for the fire pumps. Gasoline (petrol) engines are not acceptable.

Drivers should be selected to combine the ease and reliability of starting of electric motors and steam
turbines, and the stand-alone capability of diesel engines.

Note: For diesel driven pumps the capacity of the fuel tank shall be such that the engine can
operate at full power for at least 12 hours.

Provided an adequate power supply is available, at least one pump should be electrically driven, and
one diesel driven, but no more than 50% of the pumping capacity should be dependant on steam or
electricity unless that power source has an independent, reliable alternative.

In particular, a study should be carried out to ascertain the situation should a fire occur in the steam or
power generation and distribution system.

3.4.3 Fire Pump Start System

The electric motor shall be provided with automatic starting facilities, which will act immediately on
receipt of a confirmed fire alarm from the central fire and gas monitoring system or a drop in pressure
in the fire main caused by failure of the jockey pump, opening of hydrants etc.

The diesel (or steam turbine) unit shall be provided with automatic starting facilities which will act
immediately the electric motor or the pump is out of service.
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In multiple pump facilities the electric pump should start first, as demand increases the second pump
(diesel driven) should start.

3.5 Monitors

3.5.1 Fixed Location Monitors

All permanently installed firewater monitors shall be capable of elevating and traversing, and of being
locked in position in both planes.

Monitors shall be fitted with combination fog and straight stream nozzles.

3.5.2 Portable Monitors

`Hand-Held' foam monitors and self-supporting tripod type monitors shall be provided.

Water monitor of the self-supporting tripod type for jet/fog application for exposure protection shall be
provided.

Automatic water driven oscillating monitors may be used where even coverage over a broad area is
required. The sweep/elevation angles shall be adjustable.

Where required, the monitors 4" (100 mm) riser may be provided with a valved 2½″ (65 mm) half
coupling, for a hose connection, type depends on local standards. (Refer to Section 3.3.2 for Pressure
Regulating).

Maximum working pressure 220 psig (1.5 MPag)

Minimum working pressure 75 psig (500 kPag)
Maximum flow rate 1000 usgmp(3.5 m3/min.)

3.6 Fire Fighting Equipment

3.6.1 Storage Boxes

Fire hose storage boxes shall be provided close to each hydrant and be equipped with two 2½" (65 mm)
fire hoses 65 ft (20 m) minimum length and one water branch pipe fitted with full/fog jet nozzle.

4.0 MATERIALS

4.1 Fire Main

The following materials are acceptable for wet filled fire mains:

- carbon steel (freshwater use);

- cement-mortar lined steel pipe;
- glass-reinforced plastic (GRP);
- high-density polyethylene.

If GRP piping is proposed for fire water system, only contractors specialising in the design and
installation of GRP systems shall be employed.

Steel pipe must be externally protected against corrosion. If buried it must be coated, wrapped and
cathodically protected.

4.2 Hydrants

Hydrants shall be of steel, unless otherwise specified.

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Valves, adapters and half couplings shall be of copper alloy or similar approved.

4.3 Monitors

Monitors shall be manufactured of bronze or similar alloy, with synthetic rubber seats.

5.0 FABRICATION AND ASSEMBLY

5.1 Procedures

5.1.1 The Vendor/Contractor shall demonstrate that he has an adequate system of quality control, covering
the materials of manufacture, the manufacturing process and the testing of finished product (using
sampling procedures, where appropriate).

5.1.2 Preference shall be given to the Vendor/Contractors who have been approved by recognised inspection
authorities, or which have valid certification to ISO 9000 or national equivalents.

6.0 CO-ORDINATION

The firewater system is only a part of the overall fire protection measures, and will only deliver the
required protection if the other elements of the system are in place.

The Owner will therefore ensure that in specifying the firewater system, the following have been taken
into account:

(a) a number of realistic fire scenarios have been considered in order to arrive at a rational comprehensive
basis for design;

(b) the availability of operations and maintenance personnel has been considered when plant and
equipment have been specified;

(c) an assessment has been carried out on the reliability of the electric power (and if appropriate, the
steam) supply;

(d) an assessment of active versus passive fire protection has been carried out for the principal items of
equipment to be protected;

(e) the flow of large quantities of firewater containing oil can cause a fire to spread. It should, therefore,
be considered part of the design of the firewater system to ensure that the disposal of water in the fire
situation is properly allowed for.

7.0 INSPECTION

7.1 Procedures

The inspection requirements are covered by the document "General Conditions of Purchase" which
forms part of the Purchase Order/Contract. Additional requirements are given below.

The Vendor/Contractor shall allow the Inspector free access to all areas of manufacture, fabrication,
assembly and testing.

The Vendor/Contractor always has the responsibility to provide adequate quality control and inspection
of equipment and materials. Any inspection by Owner or his Inspector shall not relieve the
Vendor/Contractor of these responsibilities or those under his guarantees.
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7.2 Scope

Refer to the specific inspection requirements for the equipment.

7.3 Nameplates (or Tagging)

Where possible the equipment shall have a nameplate showing the following minimum information:

(a) the equipment vendors details;

(b) equipment plant item number;
(c) flow rate;
(d) pressure rating.

The Inspector shall ensure that any shortcomings in the Vendor/Contractor's documentation or data are
rectified before any equipment is accepted for shipment.

8.0 TESTING

8.1 Statutory Tests

For pressure containing equipment:

The pressure tests shall be carried out in the presence of Owner's Inspector.

6.8.1 As required by the Purchase Order/Contract the Vendor/Contractor shall carry out a performance test
on the equipment either in the works or at site.

8.2 Test Procedures

8.2.1 The Vendor/Contractor shall submit his test procedures in writing to the Owner for approval prior to
the start of the testing programme.

8.2.2. All factory produced items and components shall be tested prior to leaving the factory.

8.2.3 The Owner shall have the right to witness all scheduled tests, and the supplier shall give 10 working
days notice of all such tests.

Any damage suffered by material or equipment (including test equipment) as a result of testing shall be
to the Vendor/Contractor's account.

8.2.4 Following the failure of any material or equipment to meet the test requirements, the
Vendor/Contractor shall submit in writing, without delay, his proposal (including a time table) for
rectifying the situation.

8.3 Site Acceptance Test Requirements

8.3.1 Test Schedules

The Vendor/Contractor shall submit a schedule of Site Acceptance Tests that are to be undertaken to
ensure that the equipment is satisfactory.

The test schedules shall be approved by the Owner. There shall be a separate set of acceptance tests for
each unit supplied.

8.3.2 Initial Acceptance Tests

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The initial acceptance tests shall be performed by the Vendor/Contractor when all relevant equipment
has been installed.

8.3.3 Final Acceptance Tests

Fourteen days after the system have been put into service, or fourteen days after the initial acceptance
tests, whichever is the earliest, the Final Acceptance Tests shall be effected by the Vendor/Contractor,
and be witnessed by the Inspector.

8.4 Test Certificates

8.4.1 Test Certificates

Final acceptance of the system will be given following satisfactory Final Acceptance Tests.

All copies of test certificates shall be furnished with final drawings as called for in the documentation
section. The Final Acceptance Tests shall be witnessed by the Inspector who shall retain one copy of
the certified tests.

8.5 Test Equipment

8.5.1 Supply

The Vendor/Contractor shall supply a set of test equipment if it is required.

8.5.2 Test Accessories

All necessary test accessories shall be provided.

Note:

All instrument and apparatus used in the performance of the tests shall have been calibrated to an
agreed standard at a laboratory of National standing within the period of 15 months of the test date.
The cost of carrying out such calibrations shall be borne by the Vendor/Contractor in all cases.

9.0 DOCUMENTATION

9.1 Introduction

9.1.1 This section covers the documentation required for the design, fabrication, inspection and testing for
the equipment if purchased as a Vendor/Contractor supplied package.

9.1.2 The detailed list of documents that are required will be attached to the Purchase Order/Contract.

9.2 Schedules and Reports

9.2.1 The Vendor/Contractor shall supply a schedule showing the documents for review and approval,
proposed Sub-Vendors/Sub-Contractors and material procurement and a production/fabrication
programme.

9.2.2 The Vendor/Contractor shall submit his Quality Control Plan at the start of the contract.
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9.2.3 Full documentation of all activities shall be made, and it is the Vendor/Contractor's responsibility to
collate all documentation and certification and to generate and issue data books in accordance with the
Purchase Order/Contract requirements.

9.2.4 As a minimum, these data books shall include the following where applicable:

drawings showing:

- the pipework layout and materials of construction;

- the method of supporting and anchoring pipework.
- Data Sheets for all items of equipment;
- Data Sheets for all chemicals and materials;
- a process flow diagram showing flow data and properties of fluids;
- a piping and instrumentation diagram;
- list of parts;
- static and dynamic loadings on support structures;
- inspection and maintenance schedules;
- list of spares required for start-up;
- details of any special equipment or tools required for the operation or maintenance of the system;
- operating schedules;
- drawings and schedules showing how heavy items of equipment can be removed and replaced.

9.2.5 All appropriate documentation and certification necessary to complete the contract data shall be
collated, checked and authorised by the Inspector prior to despatch.

9.3 Data and Calculations

9.3.1 The Vendor/Contractor shall supply with his tender completed Data Sheets containing all the relevant
information necessary for appraisal of the design by the Owner.

9.3.2 Project specific instructions will be issued to the Vendor/Contractor with the Purchase Order/Contract,
which describes the data and calculations to be submitted, and the methods of submission.

9.3.3 The Vendor/Contractor shall be responsible for obtaining approvals from the Inspection Authority.

9.3.4 All calculations shall be carried out in clear and logical manner. Where conditions involve the use of
formulae or methods not specified in the Design Code, the source of these formulae or methods shall
be clearly referenced.

9.3.5 Computer calculations will only be acceptable if all input is shown, together with calculated values of
intermediate terms and factors and options chosen, as well as final calculated dimensions, stresses or
other values and the computer program has been validated to the satisfaction of the Owner.

9.3.6 Calculations and drawings that are interdependent, i.e. foundation loading and equipment footprint,
shall be presented for appraisal together.

9.4 Drawings

9.4.1 The drawings listed with the Purchase Order/Contract shall be sent by the Vendor/Contractor to the
Owner and/or the Inspection Authority for review and approval.

9.4.2 The components and process to produce the ordered equipment shall be shown in sufficient detail to be
fully appraised e.g. outline drawings, components list and schematic.

9.4.3 General arrangement drawings shall be to scale and show the relative location and main dimensions of
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all components including elevations.

9.4.4 Detail drawings which may be included on the general arrangement shall include thickness and
dimensions of all components.

9.4.5 As-built drawings may be the general arrangement drawings marked-up with the actual as-built
dimensions.

9.5 Final Records, Documents and Manuals

9.5.1 Two copies of the Data Dossier shall be supplied, and shall be a record of the manufacturing process.
Where stated in the Purchase Order/Contract, besides the documents itemised in Section 9.2.4, it shall
contain the following:

- general arrangement drawings and bill of material;

- the quality control plan;
- material certificates;
- positive material identification certificates;
- NDT procedures and records;
- hazardous areas certificates;
- performance test procedures and test certificate;
- non-conformity records;
- approvals by the Independent Inspection Authority;
- certificate of conformity;
- Owner's release certificate.

9.5.2 Six sets of the Installation, Operations and Maintenance Manual (IOM) shall be specifically compiled
for the equipment supplied. A compendium of manufacturer's data for a range of like products is not
acceptable. The IOM shall contain the following:

- a description of the equipment;

- the master document list and certified copies of key drawings;
- packing, shipping and site preservation instructions;
- step by step installation instructions;
- step by step pre-commissioning procedures;
- step by step commissioning procedures;
- step by step procedures for dismantling and re-assembly;
- routine preventive maintenance schedule and major repair procedures;
- list of special tools;
- spare parts ordering information.

The IOMs shall be presented in A4 format, and be securely bound in heavy duty 4-ring binders.

9.5.3 The Vendor/Contractor shall produce as-built documents revised to indicate field changes.

9.5.4 The Vendor/Contractor shall supply one set of mylar original drawings.

9.5.5 Electronic Data Format (EDF)

All documentation (drawings, calculations and Data Sheets etc) shall be produced by the
Vendor/Contractor in electronic format.

The format shall be compatible with that used by the Owner and shall be agreed at the commencement
of the contract.

In addition to the 'hard copies' required under the contract, copies of the electronic records shall be
issued to the Owner for all approved documentation, this forming part of the Vendor/Contractor's
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contractual obligations.

10.0 PRIOR TO SHIPMENT

10.1 Painting and Coatings

Surface preparation, painting and painting materials shall be in accordance with GES X.01, GES X.02,
GES X.03.

10.2 Spares

The Vendor/Contractor shall submit with his proposal a priced list of recommended spares for start-up
and two years operation for review by Owner.

10.3 Packing and Storage

This section describes the minimum requirement for the preservation and protection of the equipment
during sea and land transportation and storage, prior to installation.

The probable storage period will be specified in the order/enquiry and will extend from the time of
despatch to the time of unpacking at site. If the storage period is not stated, a minimum period of 24
months shall be assumed. Packing to be suitable for sea freight.

(a) After mechanical completion at the works, the equipment shall be left in a clean dry
condition.

(b) The Vendor/Contractor shall be responsible for loading and anchoring the item(s) to
prevent damage during shipment.

(c) Machined or threaded exterior surfaces shall be protected during shipment and
subsequent storage with a rust preventer which is easily removed with a petroleum
solvent.

(d) Threaded end or socket welding end connections shall be fitted with metal, wood or
plastic plugs or caps.

(e) Flanges shall be protected over the entire flange surface by protectors which are securely
attached to the flange.

10.4 Shipping

Detailed shipping arrangements are covered by the Purchase Order/Contract.

The equipment shall not leave the Vendor/Contractor's works for shipment until the release has been
approved by the Owner's Inspector.

10.5 Warranty

The Vendor/Contractor shall warrant all materials and services supplied against any defect for a
minimum of twelve (12) months after commissioning or tewnty-four (24) months from the date of
delivery to site, whichever is the shorter period, or for the period stipulated in the Purchase
Order/Contract.

Should any item be found defective, the Vendor/Contractor shall be responsible for all costs associated
with restoring the equipment to the standard specified by the Purchase Order/Contract.
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11.0 FIGURES SUB-INDEX

Figure 11.1 - Typical Flow Diagram For Firewater Pumps Test Facilities
Figure 11.2 - Typical Firewater Hydrant