Section I
PURPOSE FM Global provides plan review and new project consulting services exclusively to our clients. These services are designed to assist in managing planned changes to our client’s properties to ensure that losses are not incurred during development projects and that the final product is adequately protected, inherently safe, and not unacceptably exposed to any naturally occurring hazards. GENERAL GUIDELINES What projects should involve FM Global? Any project that results in a change to automatic protection systems, occupancy, water supply or construction (including new construction, additions, and renovations) should be coordinated with FM Global. If there is question as to whether a project should involve FM Global, contact the FM Global Plan Review Department or your local servicing FM Global Consultant Engineer. At what point should FM Global be involved with the changes? FM Global should become involved as early as possible in the development stages of a project. This will allow us to identify loss prevention concerns at the beginning of a project so that agreed upon recommendations are incorporated into the initial design, budget, and cost estimates. What can be done to ensure outside vendors follow Factory Mutual Research guidelines? First, in the specifications for a new project, it should be stated and agreed upon that the design will meet Factory Mutual Research guidelines and, as applicable, utilize Factory Mutual Research Approved products. Second, contractors should be required to submit plans to the FM Global Plan Review Department and receive written acceptance prior to starting any work. Contractors should be made aware that the review process can take up to two weeks, with additional time required for changes if a submittal is found unacceptable. Section II of this document is intended to provide contractors with the guidance needed to meet the agreed upon standards of FM Global and The George Washington University. However, as previously stated, the guidelines presented are general requirements and adherence does not guarantee approval by the Plan Review Department. Generally, what prints will FM Global need to see? The review requirements for each project will vary based on the size and scope of the project. However, in general the following are typical plans that FM Global would review: 1. Structural (Roof, Damage Limiting Construction, Fire Wall) 2. Roof Covering 3. Site Plans for new buildings or additions
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