STANDARDS PUBLICATION

QP STANDARD FOR
FIRE PROTECTION SYSTEM FOR
MARINE BERTH TERMINALS

DOC NO: QP- STD- S- 028

(Formerly ES.F.04)

REVISION 1

CORPORATE HSE SUPPORT DEPARTMENT

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

Page No.
FOREWORD

1.0 OBJECTIVE …………………………………………………………................... 5

2.0 SCOPE………………………………………………………………..................... 5

3.0 APPLICATION ………………………………………………………................... 5

4.0 TERMINOLOGY …………………………………………………….................... 5

4.1 DEFINITIONS ……………………………………………………….................... 5
4.2 ABBREVIATIONS …………………………………………………….................. 6

5.0 REFERENCE STANDARDS AND CODES ……………………….................. 6

6.0 APPROVALS................................................................................................. 6

7.0 JETTY FIRE PROTECTION.......................................................................... 7

7.1 INTRODUCTION........................................................................................... 7
7.2 THE JETTY HEAD AND SHIP LOADING MANIFOLD................................... 7
7.3 THE JETTY FRONTAGE................................................................................ 8

8.0 FIRE PROTECTION SYSTEMS......……………………………….................... 8

8.1 FIRE CONTROL STRATEGY......................................................................... 8
8.2 PASSIVE FIRE PROTECTION....................................................................... 8
8.3 ACTIVE FIRE PROTECTION......................................................................... 9
8.4 HYDRAULIC REMOTE CONTROLLED FOAM/ WATER MONITOR............. 11
8.5 ELECTRICAL REMOTE CONTROLLED FOAM/ WATER MONITOR........... 11
8.6 HOSE REELS................................................................................................. 11
8.7 PORTABLE FIRE EXTINGUISHERS............................................................. 12

9.0 UNDER DOCK PROTECTION....................................................................... 12

9.1 FIXED DISTRIBUTION NETWORK............................................................... 12
9.2 FOAM / WATER SPRAY SYSTEM................................................................ 12
9.3 FOAM SPREADERS...................................................................................... 12

10.0 FOAM SOLUTION.......................................................................................... 12

10.1 FOAM TYPE ....................................................................................... 13
10.2 POLAR SOLVENTS....................................................................................... 13
10.3 FOAM INVENTORY....................................................................................... 13
10.4 FILL LINE........................................................................................................ 13

11.0 FIRE AND GAS DETECTION........................................................................ 13

11.1 MANUAL DETECTION................................................................................... 13
11.2 FLAMMABLE GAS DETECTORS.................................................................. 13
11.3 TOXIC GAS DETECTORS............................................................................. 14
11.4 FIRE (FLAME) DETECTORS......................................................................... 14

12.0 INSPECTION AND TESTING........................................................................ 14

12.1 AT THE MANUFACTURER'S WORKS.......................................................... 14
12.2 WORKS PERFORMANCE TESTING.......................................................... 14

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12.3 SITE ACCEPTANCE TEST (SAT).................................................................. 14

12.4 FOAM SOLUTION TEST................................................................................ 14

13.0 DOCUMENTATIONS..................................................................................... 14
13.1 GENERAL....................................................................................................... 14
13.2 SPECIFIC....................................................................................................... 15

14.0 QUALITY REQUIREMENTS.......................................................................... 15

REVISION HISTORY LOG............................................................................ 16

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FOREWORD

This document has been developed by Corporate HSE Support Department (ST), reviewed
and edited by Corporate Quality and Management Systems Department and circulated for
user departments’ review before endorsed by Corporate Management for use as Corporate
Standard for Fire Fighting Facilities for Marine Berth Terminals.

This document is the replacement of the old version of the “ES-F-04” document.

This document is published for QP Departments/Contractors/Consultants utilisation. It should

be emphasised that the document is to be used for QP operations wherever applicable and
appropriate.

The document in its present numbering, layout and format was prepared in accordance with
the latest standardization procedures (QP-PRC-A-001 & QP-GDL-A-003).

This document in its present form reflects as far as possible the current QP requirements
taking into account the known available industry practices and the applicable latest national
and international codes and standards.

This document is subjected to periodical review to re-affirm its adequacy or to conform to any
changes in the corporate requirements or to include new developments on its subject.

It is recognized that there will be cases where addenda, data sheets, or other clarifications
need to be attached to the standard to suit a specific application or service environment. As
such, the content of the document shall not be changed or re-edited by any user (QP or its
contractors, suppliers, agents, etc.), but any addenda or clarifications entailing major changes
shall be brought to the attention of the Custodian Department.

The custodian of this document is Corporate HSE Support Department (ST). Therefore, all
technical comments, views, recommendations, etc on this document shall be forwarded to the
same and copied to Manager, Corporate Quality & Management Systems Department (QA).

Year: 2012

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1.0 OBJECTIVE
This standard identifies the minimum corporate requirements for fire protection system
for marine berth terminals.
2.0 SCOPE
This standard defines the minimum requirements for design, manufacture, inspection
and Testing, Supply, Installation, Operation and Maintenance for fire protection
system for marine berth terminals for QP projects.
3.0 APPLICATION
This standard is applicable for fire protection system for marine berth terminals for the
new projects and for any new modification on existing fire protection systems.
4.0 TERMINOLOGY
4.1 DEFINITIONS
Application rate - Volume of foam solution (premix water + foam) to be applied
on a unit of surface per unit of time (i.e., l/min/m2 or gpm/ft2).
Aqueous Film- - A solution consisting of a fluorinated surfactant with a foam
Forming Foam stabilizer and diluted with water to a 1 percent, 3 percent, or
6 percent solution. It is used to extinguish fires involving
combustible and flammable liquids. AR-AFFF refers to
alcohol-resistant AFFF foam that contains a gelling agent
that helps to prolong its film-forming characteristics.
Berth - A space where a ship is tied when at a pier or wharf.
Contractor - The party, which entered into contract with QP for the
execution of activities as mentioned in a written agreement.
Film-Forming - A protein-foam concentrate that uses fluorinated surfactants
Fluoroprotein to produce a fluid aqueous film for suppressing hydrocarbon
Foam fuel vapors.
Jetty - A fixed marine structure providing a berth or berths at some
distance form the shore.
Jetty Terminal - Is a landing platform, designated for public transportation
purposes, usually motor launch / boat / ship, used to carry
primarily passengers or cargo.
May - Used where alternatives are acceptable, subject to QP
approval.
Marine Dock - A dock is an enclosed area of water; use to facilitate marine
facility in loading or unloading of cargo or ship repairing
facilities. These facilities are created by building enclosing
harbor walls into an existing natural water space.
Pier - A structure, usually of greater length than width, and
projecting from the shore into a body of water.
Supplier/Vendor - The party, which entered into agreement with QP or
Contractor for manufacturing, fabricating or supplying any
items for delivery to QP or Contractor.

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Shall - It is used where the provision is an absolute requirement to

be followed strictly in order to conform to this standard.
Should - It is used where provision is recommended to conform to this
standard.
Wharf - A structure having a platform built along and parallel to a
body of water.
4.2 ABBREVIATIONS
AFFF - Aqueous Film-Forming Foam
FAT - Factory Acceptance Test
FFFP - Film Forming FluoroProtein
F&G - Fire and Gas Control System
HSE - Health Safety and Environment
lpm - - Litre per Minute
NFPA - National Fire Protection
Association
RCM - Remote Controlled Monitors
SAT - Site Acceptance Test

5.0 REFERENCES STANDARDS & CODES

NFPA 11 Low-, Medium-, and High-Expansion Foam
NFPA 13 Standard for the Installation of Sprinkler Systems
NFPA 15 Water Spray Fixed Systems for Fire Protection
NFPA 16 The Installation of Foam-Water Sprinkler and Foam-Water Spray
NFPA 30 Flammable and Combustible Liquids
NFPA 72 National Fire Alarm and Signaling Code
NFPA 307 Construction and Fire Protection of Marine Terminals, Piers,
and Wharves
DEP80.47.10.30 Shell, Assessment of the Fire Safety of Onshore Installations
IP-19 Fire Precautions at Petroleum Refineries

The design, selection of equipment, fabrication, installation, testing and commissioning

shall conform to the latest revisions of the Standards and Codes listed herein. Should
any conflict arise between specifications and Standards, the most stringent
requirements shall be applied.
6.0 APPROVALS
6.1 The Fire Protection Systems shall be tested, approved, and listed by the following
certifying authorities or equivalent to them:
 UL (Underwriters Laboratories Inc)

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 FM (Factory Mutual)
6.2 The equivalent to the above mentioned authorities shall be reviewed and approved by
QP projects
7.0 JETTY FIRE PROTECTION
7.1 INTRODUCTION
 Fixed Monitors and under jetty foam distribution pipe-work shall be provided to
protect the loading jetty areas at QP's flammable and combustible loading
terminals.
 The monitors shall provide a fire fighting capacity by discharging foam solution and
cooling water over the jetty, loading arm area and offer additional fire cover to the
ship board product transfer loading manifold connection.
 The fixed foam distribution network shall be capable of applying finished foam to
the lower jetty areas and on the surface of the water under the jetty. A sufficient
number of accessible hydrants as per table # A.29.3.28 (NFPA – 30 Annex B) or 65
mm hose outlets shall be provided on or immediately adjacent to every pier, wharf,
or marine terminal yard for use by public or private fire departments for
extinguishing large structure and contents fires and for use in providing exposure
protection.
 The loading and off loading of flammable products to tankers and chemical cargo
ships from fixed berths are hazardous operations with a potentially high fire risk.
The possibility of ships colliding with the jetties and harbour fronts, chance of
product/ vapour explosions and the problems associated with product spill and
improper cargo transfer, all add to the intrinsic risk of jetty transfer of flammable
products.
7.2 THE JETTY HEAD AND SHIP LOADING MANIFOLD
The product transfer point, general area which include the loading arms, shipboard
manifold and pump manifolds shall be the primary target areas for monitors. A fire
incident would most probably occur during the loading and offloading operation and
the ship board manifold coupling shall be protected by the jetty monitors. Tankers and
chemical cargo ships that berth at the jetty side normally shall be protected by some
recognized shipboard method of fire suppressant application. In case of a fire incident
occur in the loading and offloading bay the following safeguard measures shall be
activated;
 The Emergency shutdown valves in the loading or offloading arms shall be
automatically activated.
 The loading arms shall be provided with an emergency release system. Quick-
release valves and connections for loading arms/hoses and quick-release devices
for hawsers shall be provided.
 An audible/visual alarm shall be initiated in the control room. The alarm signal shall
alert control room operators so that they can monitor and take appropriate action
pertaining to shutdown the ESD valve and disconnecting of loading arms and
release of hawsers.

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7.3 THE JETTY FRONTAGE

The pier projecting out into the water with facilities for mooring ships at its head or
along its flank is described as the jetty. The jetty frontage describes the area of the
dock which is to be protected in the event of a product spillage below the loading arm
level onto either the lower jetty areas or onto the water surface.
8.0 FIRE PROTECTION SYSTEMS
8.1 FIRE CONTROL STRATEGY
8.1.1 LPG/ LNG fires
The main strategy for the control of LPG fires should be to isolate the leak and if
possible relieve the inventory to a safe place. The extinguishment of LPG fires, for
example using foam or dry powder, is not considered to be practicable in most cases
and is normally undesirable as unignited releases may lead to large flash fires or
explosions. LPG fires may cause considerable damage to equipment and structures
and consideration shall be given to the fire-proofing of the main structural elements
which may be subjected to flame impingement or high heat fluxes. Fire water systems
shall be installed capable of suitably cooling equipment and structural supports which
are not fire-proofed.
8.1.2 Condensate fires
 The main objective is to isolate the leak, protect adjacent & affected equipment
from fire damage. Pools of unignited condensate shall be prevented from igniting
by the application of a foam security blanket and small fires shall be extinguished
by the application of foam.
 The oil loading jetty shall be equipped with two independent fire fighting systems,
one for water only and the second for water and foam. Hydrants are spaced along
the jetty access road and jetty head.
 Monitors are installed to provide a water curtain in the area of the jetty head and
between the access tower and manifold area. Elevated monitors are also
positioned at the top of the access and monitor towers. A sprinkler system protects
the access tower.
 The hose couplings are 65 mm (2.5") standard instantaneous female type and the
fire main in the access tower shall accept international connections.
 The following three areas shall be considered when designing a foam system for
the protection of a marine jetty
a) The product transfer area.
b) Under dock area
c) The vessel - berthed alongside is best protected by elevated remote- controlled
monitors.
8.2 PASSIVE FIRE PROTECTION
The following equipment shall be fireproofed:
 ESD valves and actuators. They are recommended to be located away from the
loading / unloading area as far as possible in a dedicated valve station that can be
protected appropriately.

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 Main jetty structural elements. Alternatively the structures may be protected by

deluge systems.
 Main pipe work in the jetty head area upstream of ESD valves.
8.3 ACTIVE FIRE PROTECTION
8.3.1 Design Information
 A fire water main shall be installed suitably sized to meet the simultaneous
operation of the fire water systems. Ideally the main shall form a ring with suitably
located block valves installed. The main shall be sized so that any single available
leg can meet the fire water systems demands.
 Fire water hydrants shall be located throughout the jetty area to ensure that all
areas can be reached from at least two hydrant locations using a maximum of 45 m
of hose. Hydrants in the loading area shall be a maximum of 45 m apart. Hydrants
shall be in readily accessible locations but not exposed to physical damage from
vehicles.
 Fire water curtain sprinklers shall be installed between the ship and the berth, to
protect the berth in the event of a fire on the ship.
 Fire water monitors shall be installed to provide cooling water for the loading area.
The number and location of monitors shall be such that the whole loading area can
be cooled simultaneously and based on coverage of 10.2 lpm/m2. The monitors
shall also be capable of providing a protective water curtain between the ship and
the berth,. the monitors shall also be located to enable water to be directed over the
ship’s deck, taking into account ship heights and tidal variations.
 To improve monitor performance and provide all round protection, the monitors
shall be mounted on suitably robust towers. The towers shall be provided with
maintenance and access platforms. The height of tower installation will be
determined by the location, wind effects, number of monitors, the size of vessel
handled, maximum freeboard in laden and un-laden conditions and local tidal
variations.
 At least two monitors are required at each berth. By the judicious positioning of a
series of monitors along the jetty length, (The total number being dependent upon
the size of the facility and equipment performance), the most vulnerable areas shall
be protected. It may be necessary to protect the fire fighting equipment to enable it
to continue working in a fire by providing insulation or cooling water to the support
steelwork.
 Monitors shall be placed normally within each other's jet throw. The monitors shall
assist in protecting other areas of the jetty away from the loading arms themselves.
The monitor rotation shall be unimpeded towards the rear, as an explosion may
cause flying debris to land behind the monitor causing a fire away from the incident
area. Traverse and elevation capabilities need to be specified as a minimum:
a) Full 360° continuous monitor rotation
b) Elevation +75 ° to -75 °.
 Monitor sizing depends upon the specific requirements of the jetty area. To achieve
large throws the monitor shall have high flow rates. The minimum specification shall
be of 100 mm (4") monitor inlets providing 80 mm (3") waterway to ensure
reasonable performance. Where firewater capacity allows, the larger capacity
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positive trajectories may be described in adverse wind conditions and to cater for
natural wastage of the water jet.
 Nozzles suitable for either seawater and/or a mixture of FFFP / AFFF and seawater
shall be selected. Nozzle types must offer remote control of jet and spray functions
providing patterns between 10 and 100 degrees.
 At marine berths regularly handling liquefied gases, the design shall provide
additional means of applying cooling water. Die insulation around tanks or pipelines
may provide some protection against overheating however; cooling water is still
necessary for protection of pipe work and pipe fittings. Water shall not be applied
directly to pools of LPG or LNG as it would increase vaporization of the liquid. For
the same reason water shall not be allowed to enter any tank containing
refrigerated liquid.
 The control station for remotely controlled monitors shall be located at least 45 m
from the berth face at a point which provides a clear view of the berth and manifold
areas. Distance more than 45 m to be used if required by radiation calculation of
credible fire scenario.
 If hydraulic systems are used for remotely operated monitors, shielding from radiant
heat or protection within a water spray envelope shall be provided.
 Oscillating monitors shall not be used.
 A wet hydrant fitted with international ship-shore fire connections should be
installed to provide fire fighting water to the ship’s systems.
 If the jetty support structure is constructed of exposed structural steelwork it shall
be vulnerable to pool fires on the sea. The provision of a fire water cooling system
for the structural supports shall be the subject of a risk assessment. The areas of
importance are the main load bearing structures, which could be impacted by a fire
on the water systems shall provide 10.2 lpm/m2 cover to the load bearing structural
steelwork surface, and where failure could lead to collapse and further piping
failures. Deluges and systems shall be capable of local and remote actuation.
 Protection of the ship's manifold area shall be provided by monitors at the berth
face. Where, due to the size of vessels serviced, monitors must be elevated,
monitors shall be remotely controlled. Either electric or hydraulically remote-
controlled monitors are acceptable.
 Deck protection for loading arm, manifold, and metering skid areas shall consist of
either pre-aimed fixed foam monitors or foam/water spray heads. These shall be
designed to provide a minimum discharge density of at least (6.5 L/min·m2)
sprayed upon the projected area.
The foam supply shall be sufficient for 30 minutes to all users at the berth of the
greatest demand.
Fixed foam/water spray systems shall be designed and installed per NFPA 16.
 Where slops tanks are located below the deck, they shall be protected by an
automatically activated fixed water spray system covering the tank and any related
pumps. Protection for pumps handling flammable liquids shall be at least 20.4
lpm/m² over an envelope extending 0.6 m from the periphery of the casing, seals
and pump suction and discharge flanges.

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 Fixed water spray fire fighting systems, when provided, shall be designed and
installed per the requirements of NFPA 15.
8.4 HYDRAULIC REMOTE CONTROLLED FOAM/ WATER MONITOR
 The monitor package shall include a hydraulically operated monitor, hydraulically
operated nozzle and a valve box that houses the hydraulic pump with motor and
tank unit coupled with an electric control box (or panel) with complete function
switches. Valve box, junction box and control panel shall have ingress protection of
IP 65, Electrical protection suitable for Zone 1, (group IIB), Temperature class T3
classified hazardous locations.
 Monitor horizontal and vertical travel shall be operated by hydraulic actuators with
built-in adjustable flow controlling needle valves.
 Control functions shall include elevation control, rotation control, and provision for
nozzle spray/straight stream functions. Rotation and elevation swivel joints shall be
driven by hydraulic motors.
 The monitor shall be suitable for use with aspirating or non-aspirating nozzles.
 The horizontal swivel joint shall incorporate a means to convey hydraulic oil from
the non-rotating base to the rotating portion of the monitor for operation of the
elevation and nozzle functions.
 Monitor platform type fixed or rotating composed by grilled floor, trap door and hand
rail in carbon steel material. Ladder in carbon steel material.
8.5 ELECTRICAL REMOTE CONTROLLED FOAM/ WATER MONITOR
 For individual Remote Controlled Monitors to be most effective and offer the
greatest possible security, it is important that all control operator positions have a
clear view of the monitor station and target zones. Close Circuit TV (CCTV)
equipped with infrared imaging facilities should be provided to assist viewing from
the remote (strategic fall back) main control centre. Use of electrically operated
RCM enables greater distance between the operator stations and monitors. the
local control consoles shall be located inside a custom built cabin to give shelter to
the operator/equipment and to give protection against heat radiation from the fire.
The strategic fall back control console shall be located in the main control centre.
Considering human limitations, each control station shall operate no more than two
monitors.
 Activation and shut-off of the foam system shall be controlled from the control
consoles.
 Electrically operated RCM shall have power derived from UPS and/or emergency
supplies. Primary power shall be routed to the monitor via a protected duct. RCM
shall have a means of manual override at the monitor tower to provide movement
of RCM for maintenance purposes when power is isolated. Good design shall
ensure that the manual override cannot be locked on in a manner that could (if left
in the manual mode) make it impossible to gain control of the monitor from the
control consoles in the event of a fire and therefore render it inoperable.
8.6 HOSE REELS
 Fire hose reels shall be provided at each berth and spaced such that together they
cover all areas of the berth, as per table no. A.29.3.28 (NFPA – 30 Annex B).

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 Hose reels at berths handling liquid hydrocarbons shall be equipped to deliver

foam. Hose reels shall be capable of discharging either water or foam, with a push
button mounted by each hose reel to start the foam concentrate pump.
8.7 FIRE EXTINGUISHERS
 12 kg chemical dry powder fire extinguishers shall be provided throughout the area.
They should be located in groups of at least two at manual alarm points on fire
escape routes.
 A minimum of two 75 kg wheeled dry chemical extinguishers shall be provided
adjacent to loading areas and shall be located such that there is one on each side
of the berth. These may be used to finally extinguish a release which has come
under control.
 If the berth is to handle condensate, foam trolleys shall be provided to support
control attempts on small condensate fires and also to provide a foam blanketing
facility for un-ignited condensate releases.
9.0 UNDER DOCK PROTECTION
9.1 FIXED DISTRIBUTION NETWORK
The purpose of under dock protection is primarily to protect the dock itself from fire
due to an ignited product spillage in inaccessible areas which the jetty head monitor
system is unable to locate. The complexity of individual jetty terminals shall determine
where under dock protection has to be installed. There is a wide selection of different
foam systems which can be used for this purpose. The choice between medium and
low expansion foam equipment therefore depends on the exact jetty design (i.e.
configuration, layout, height, etc.). The following types of equipment are appropriate to
protect such areas.
9.2 FOAM / WATER SPRAY SYSTEM
Foam/water spray system and distribution pipe work can produce a stable low
expansion foam blanket onto the water surface of the dock area.
9.3 FOAM SPREADERS
Medium Expansion Foam Branch-pipes or Foam Spreaders shall provide a very
effective under dock system using either none aspirated or partially expanded FFFP
or AFFF. The relatively large bore pipe and simple spreader orifice design avoids
blockage and maintenance is minimal. The quantities and size of each individual piece
of equipment can only be determined by reference to the exact design requirements,
which shall provide the required application rate of fire fighting foam.
10.0 FOAM SOLUTION
Type of foam to be used for firefighting shall be based on the nature of hydrocarbon
fluids that will be handled by the berth.
10.1 FOAM TYPE
 FFFP: Foam has limited heat-absorbing capacity and is largely ineffective for
cooling purposes. FFFP foam shall be used in the suppression and extinguishing
of flammable/combustible liquid spill fires. FFFP Foam with a minimum expansion
ratio of 5 to 1 shall be used at the induction rate of 1%, 3% or 6% mixed with
seawater.

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 AFFF: A concentrate based on fluorinated surfactants plus foam stabilizers to

produce a fluid aqueous film for suppressing hydrocarbon fuel vapors and usually
diluted with water to a 1 percent, 3 percent, or 6 percent solution.
10.2 POLAR SOLVENTS
Polar solvents are highly destructive to fire fighting foams and some LPG or LNG
applications may require provision of special resistant and/or vapour suppressant
foams.
10.3 FOAM INVENTORY
The amount of foam concentrate stored on site depends on a variety of factors. These
include the availability of back-up supplies and ease of access to the jetty. Sufficient
foam to supply all the monitors covering one berth for up to 60 minutes shall normally
be provided at the premises, with additional back-up supplies available off-site. Level
indication shall be provided locally, at the control room and at the Remote Control
Station.
The facility to mix and circulate foam concentrate while in storage shall be provided.
This provision to circulate foam concentrate as per the manufacturers’
recommendation shall be achieved by dedicated pump systems and pipe-work. The
design of foam induction systems must be undertaken by specialists and endorsed by
the supplier of the monitor/foam equipment.
10.4 FILL LINE
The foam tank shall be provided with a fill line which shall extend back to the nearest
safe approach location to enable foam replenishment via the mobile foam tender unit
during fire fighting operations.
11.0 FIRE AND GAS DETECTION
 Fire & Gas detection and Alarm systems, where provided, shall be designed and
installed as per the requirements of NFPA 72.
 System status signals, foam levels and system activation alarm, shall be provided
to the main fire alarm panel in the Control Room.
 All detection systems should alarm locally and in a remote, continuously manned,
location such as a control room.
11.1 MANUAL DETECTION
During loading Operations Company personnel should monitor the loading arms and
associated equipment for leaks. Manual alarm call points (MACs) shall be provided
around the berth and along fire escape routes.
11.2 FLAMMABLE GAS DETECTORS
Flammable gas detectors shall be installed around main equipment likely to cause
leaks and in locations where gas and vapour is are likely to accumulate in. Locations
shall include:
 pumps,
 valves and manifolds,
 loading arms,
 connection points,
 under dock.

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11.3 TOXIC GAS DETECTORS

In general, only refined products are handled and normally no toxic gas detection is
required. However, if the product to be handled contains toxic substances that could
be released in life threatening quantities, toxic gas detectors shall be provided in
normally manned locations where releases could occur or gas could accumulate.
11.4 FIRE (FLAME) DETECTORS
Fire detection equipment shall be installed around the manifold area and loading arm
areas of the jetty. They shall be installed in locations not easily visible or regularly
visited such as the under dock, where gas can accumulate and where releases are
likely.
12.0 INSPECTION AND TESTING
12.1 AT THE MANUFACTURER'S WORKS
 Before dispatch to the site, the Vendor shall test each item and components
thereof.
 All parts subject to internal pressure when in service shall be hydrostatically tested
in accordance with the appropriate design code requirements.
12.2 WORKS PERFORMANCE TESTING
 All performance testing shall be conducted and witnessed in the Supplier's works
using certified test-equipment.
 The method of testing and the test results shall be recorded on the Supplier's
documentation.
 Acceptance of the results of such performance tests shall not constitute a waiver of
the requirement for the equipment to meet performance guarantees under site
conditions, nor does it relieve the Supplier of any contractual responsibilities.
12.3 SITE ACCEPTANCE TEST (SAT)
Tests shall be made on location by the vendor/ installation contractors to prove the
reliability of the system and demonstrate equipment performance in accordance with
the specification and fire-fighting scenario.
12.4 FOAM SOLUTION TEST
Foam Expansion Ratio and induction rate shall be tested on site and proven by the
vendor. QP reserves the right to request any type of test within the performance
limitations of the equipment, which in his opinion is necessary to ensure, perfect
functioning of the equipment. The tests shall be carried out on the complete erected
and connected system.
Foam systems shall be inspected and tested in accordance with NFPA-11, Chapters
10 and 11.
13.0 DOCUMENTATIONS
13.1 GENERAL
All correspondence, drawings, instructions, data sheets, design calculations, or any
other written information shall be in the English language. In the case of dual languages,
one language shall be English and the other Arabic.

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All dimensions, units of measurements, physical constant, etc. shall be in SI units,

unless otherwise specified.
The additional documents shall be furnished as appropriate.
In addition, all documents (texts, specifications, data sheets, drawings etc.) shall be
provided with electronic files in the approved software (MS word, excel, auto cad, etc.).
Design calculations shall be submitted in the approved and widely used software agreed
by QP.
13.2 SPECIFIC
The design shall include but not limited to the submission of product data including all
necessary drawings such as Fire & Gas detection layout, Fire fighting layout, piping
arrangement, piping isometric diagram, hydraulic calculations sheet performance
criteria, etc.
The supply shall provide two copies of the manufacturer’s installation, operation,
commissioning and maintenance manuals upon equipment delivery.
14.0 QUALITY REQUIREMENTS
The manufacturer/contractor shall operate a quality management system based on the
latest ISO 9000 series of standards to satisfy the requirements of this document.
The manufacturer/contractor shall demonstrate compliance by providing a copy of the
accredited certificate or the manufacturer's/contractor's quality manual. Verification of
the manufacturer's/ contractor quality system is normally part of the pre-qualification
procedure, and is therefore not detailed in the core text of this document.

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REVISION HISTORY LOG

Revision Number: R1 Date: 3/7/2012

Item Revised: Reason for Change/Amendment:

Changes/Amendments Made:

This standard is updated document developed to cover QP requirements

on Fire Fighting Facilities for Marine Berth Terminals and fulfil the
requirements of QP standardization documents (QP-GDL-A-001,QP-PRC-
A-002 and QP-PRC-A-003)..

This document is the replacement of the old version of the following

document: ES-F-04.

Note:

The revision history log shall be updated with each revision of the document. It shall contain a
written audit trail of the reason why the changes/amendments have occurred, what the
changes/amendments were, and the date at which the changes/amendments were made.

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