Abu Dhabi Municipality approval is an essential element of any construction project, requiring extensive documentation and an in-depth inspection process. Luckily, approval can often be obtained easily through their process.
Dubai Municipality has earned the global certification for promoting inclusivity – an accomplishment which demonstrates their dedication and commitment to creating an environment which welcomes diversity and inclusivity.
Water Storage Tanks
No matter your water storage needs – from drinking to irrigation and fire suppression tanks provide an efficient means of storing large volumes. Common materials used for construction of such tanks include concrete and fibreglass; installation above or below ground may be possible depending on design preferences; various sizes and styles exist, including concrete tanks which can also be found below ground and can even be fitted into buildings as a fire suppression measure or chemical manufacturing application.
GRP (glass reinforced polymer) water storage tanks are an increasingly popular choice among both residential and commercial users, due to their lightweight nature and easy installation process. Furthermore, these tanks require much less maintenance than other types of tanks – their smooth surface helps prevent algae growth while making cleaning procedures simpler, which ultimately saves money in the long run. Furthermore, their seamless design maximises storage capacity within any given footprint area.
Recently, Dubai Municipality Food Safety Directorate’s Drinking Water Control Unit issued a circular to owners of schools, residential buildings, hospitals, factories and government buildings requesting that their water systems are monitored and inspected to ensure quality drinking water for residents. Failing to do so will lead to legal action – ultimately protecting their health while decreasing leakage issues in Dubai as well as wasteful use.
Material
A stainless steel water tank can last a lifetime when properly maintained. Unlike plastic barrels, stainless steel tanks resist corrosion and bacterial contamination as well as weather and environmental influences; furthermore they do not react negatively with common chlorine treatments as well as copper poisoning issues.
The Person-in-Charge (PIC) Program of Dubai Municipality Food Safety provides training for individuals who oversee storage, preparation, display and service of foods in their establishments. PICs are responsible for implementing food safety policies as well as conducting internal inspections and managing corrective actions accordingly.
Building a new water tower requires taking into account its location and conducting a geotechnical investigation report to assess soil properties, load-bearing capacities and design specifications to identify an optimum site foundation design that withstands both settlement and overturning loads.
After selecting the most appropriate assessment scheme, clients can reach out to CQPS-DMCLD via phone, email or through Dubai Municipality website to discuss their requirements with department employees who will gladly offer guidance in achieving success. CQPS-DMCLD’s certification team will then propose a certificate type along with any associated fees and an estimated timeline for delivery.
Installation
First step of installing a water tank is finding an appropriate site. The surface must be level and solid to support its full weight; for harvesting rainwater tanks a rain catcher or drainage system is necessary to direct harvested rainwater directly into the tank – this could range from simple gutter systems with downspouts all the way through to underground pipes that collect harvested rainwater and use gravity and pressure to direct it toward its intended inlet point.
Once the location has been approved, installation crew can prepare a tank base. This may consist of either concrete or compacted construction material and must cover the entirety of the tank footprint without rocks and other materials that could puncture or destabilize it. Once this preparation has been completed it is time to attach inlets, gaskets and any fill pipe from roof source.
H.E. Dawoud Al Hajri, the Director General of Dubai Municipality, noted that these new certificates of conformity with international standards in several crucial areas reflect Dubai Municipality’s robust vision and objectives of promoting compliance and governance to improve Dubai’s appeal, sustainability, leadership quality of life as well as quality of life for residents. Furthermore, this success further showcases its wise leadership’s vision of pioneering government work while increasing competitiveness.
Maintenance
As soon as a tank has been installed, it should be regularly inspected and maintained to prevent leaks, corrosion or structural damage. This includes inspecting its foundation, connections and fittings for cracks or looseness; performing water quality tests to ensure there are no contaminants or pests present; as well as performing regular tank cleaning to remove sediment build-up.
Check Tank Coating: Metal tanks should have their paint coating checked regularly for signs of peeling or damage; if necessary, the tank may require repainting. In addition, inlet and outlet pipes should be monitored for potential blockages or damaged connections as well as water treatment filters replacing as necessary to maintain water quality.
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Dubai Municipality’s recent successes mark a notable advancement in key sectors of its work, thanks to a visionary leadership dedicated to improving governance and fostering Dubai’s competitive edge. These milestones represent their tireless pursuit of best international standards of management and governance.