TECHNICAL SPECIFICATION - State

120 North Warren Street • Trenton, New Jersey 08608 • tel: 609-392-4200 5 Penn Plaza, Suite 1972 • New York, New York 10001 • tel: 212-952-7300

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATION

FOR

ASBESTOS ABATEMENT AND DISPOSAL

AT

LAWRENCE MAINTENANCE YARD 2798 BRUNSWICK PIKE

LAWRENCEVILLE, NEW JERSEY 08648

PREPARED FOR:

STATE OF NEW JERSEY DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION

DAVID J. GOLDBERG TRANSPORTATION COMPLEX 1035 PARKWAY AVENUE

TRENTON, NJ 08625

PREPARED BY

ENVIRONMENTAL CONNECTION, INC. 120 NORTH WARREN STREET

EWING TOWNSHIP, NEW JERSEY 08608

APRIL 2, 2019

EC PROJECT #: 19122-01

NJ Department of Transportation Technical Specification Asbestos Abatement & Disposal

Lawrence Maintenance Yard Page 2 of 55


PROJECT DIRECTORY

FACILITY: Lawrence Maintenance Yard 2798 Brunswick Pike Lawrenceville, New Jersey 08648 FACILITY CONTACT: Sheryl M. Quatermas Occ. Health Cons. 1 Bureau of Employee Safety State of New Jersey Department of Transportation

Main Office Building 1st Floor Main Telephone: (609) 530-5472 Desk Telephone: (609) 530-4156 Cell Phone: (609) 240-1147 CONTRACTING AUTHORITY: State of New Jersey

Department of Transportation Division of Support Services Facilities Planning, Engineering & Construction David J. Goldberg Transportation Complex 1035 Parkway Avenue Trenton, NJ 08625

ASBESTOS SAFETY CONTROL MONITOR: Environmental Connection, Inc. 120 North Warren Street Trenton, New Jersey 08608 Telephone: (609) 392-4200 Telefax: (609) 392-1216

PROJECT DESIGNER: Dominick Dercole Environmental Connection, Inc. Accreditation # NYS DOH 53907 Expiration Date: January 15, 2020 PROJECT CONTACT: Dominick Dercole Telephone: (609) 392-4200 Telefax: (609) 392-1216




TABLE OF CONTENTS

PROJECT DIRECTORY ............................................................................................................. 2

TABLE OF CONTENTS ............................................................................................................. 3

SECTION 00000 - GENERAL CONDITIONS ......................................................................... 4

SECTION 00001 - SUPPLEMENTARY GENERAL CONDITIONS .................................... 6

SECTION 00002 - SUMMARY OF THE WORK - ASBESTOS ABATEMENT AND DISPOSAL .................................................................................................................................. 10

SECTION 00003 - PROJECT COORDINATION .................................................................. 18

SECTION 00004 - DEFINITIONS AND STANDARDS ........................................................ 20

SECTION 00005 - CODES, REGULATIONS & STANDARDS ......................................... 26

SECTION 00006 - SUBMITTALS ........................................................................................... 31

SECTION 00007 - AIR MONITORING AND LABORATORY TESTING SERVICES .... 32

SECTION 00008 - DECONTAMINATION UNITS ................................................................ 35

SECTION 00009 - MATERIALS AND EQUIPMENT ........................................................... 39

SECTION 00010 - PROJECT DECONTAMINATION ......................................................... 43

SECTION 00011 - DISPOSAL OF ASBESTOS CONTAINING WASTE ......................... 45

SECTION 00012 - NON-FRIABLE FLOOR TILE AND MASTIC REMOVAL ................. 47

SECTION 00013– ASBESTOS CONTAINING CAULK REMOVAL ................................ 49

SECTION 00014 – ABATEMENT OF FLUE PACKING AND PLUMBERS PASTE UTILIZING TEMPORARY ENCLOSURES ........................................................................... 50




SECTION 00000 - GENERAL CONDITIONS

All documents prepared by Environmental Connection, Inc., (EC) including any attachments, may contain information that is privileged and confidential, and is exclusively generated for the sole and intended use of the recipient(s). EC’s Instruments of Service, including, but not limited to; Contract Drawings, Technical Specification and other documents prepared by EC, are for the sole use of this Project, and unless otherwise provided, EC shall be deemed the Author and Owner of these documents and shall retain all common law, statutory and other reserved rights, including copyrights. EC shall not be liable for the acts, errors or omissions of the Owner and/or Owner’s representative, vendors, agents or other entities performing any of the work relative to this Project/Assignment. Should the Owner, and/or Owner’s other Representatives, vendors, agents or other entities performing any of the work fail to substantially prevail in any lawsuit brought against EC, EC shall be entitled to recover its reasonable attorneys’ fees and other costs, in the court of appropriate jurisdiction. For the purposes of this document, the term Contractor shall apply to that Trade which will be performing the respective work relative to the removal of asbestos containing materials from the Project site. EC is responsible for the development of the project Scope of Work involving the disturbance of asbestos containing materials associated with this Project. In addition, operating in the capacity of the Owner’s Representative, EC is responsible for any and all final inspections and sampling relative to air monitoring and provide analytical services with respect to the removal, handling and disposal of the identified asbestos containing materials to facilitate the work referenced in this Specification. EC shall conduct air sampling and provide analytical services to evaluate the effectiveness of engineering controls, verify completion of abatement work for occupancy, etc., by an on-site Industrial Hygiene Technician employed by EC. EC shall also represent the Owner at the site with regulatory and Contract compliance with respect to the asbestos abatement related work specified herein. The Contractor performing the work involving the removal of asbestos containing materials to facilitate renovation work shall be financially responsible for any costs incurred by EC for providing an on-site representative, where the Contractor fails to notify EC at least within 24-hours prior to that scheduled asbestos abatement work not occurring on a pre-arranged date.




The General Conditions of this Contract is the American Institute of Architects Document 201, "General Conditions of the Contract for Construction, Fifteenth Edition, 1997, 13 Articles, 47 pages: which Document is hereby specifically made a part of the Contract Documents with the same force and effect as though set forth in full herein. A copy of the General Conditions is available for inspection at the office of Environmental Connection, Inc., (EC) and may be purchased from:

The American Institute of Architects Two Winter Sport Lane

Williston, Vermont 05495-0060 Telephone: (800) 365-2724

Telefax: (802) 864-7626 END OF SECTION 00000




SECTION 00001 - SUPPLEMENTARY GENERAL CONDITIONS

1. Definitions as noted in the Specification are included as part of the Contract. 2. The Asbestos Safety Control Monitor (ASCM) authorized by the Department of

Community Affairs pursuant to N.J.A.C. 5:23-8 et seq. shall ensure compliance with the Asbestos Hazard Abatement Sub-code where applicable.

3. It shall be the sole responsibility of the Contractor to pay directly all fees

associated with any Patent, instrument, devices, process, etc., utilized on this project where required by the patent holder.

4. Except as herein specified, no signs or photographs shall be required other than

that necessary for the Contractor to comply with code and OSHA posting regulations.

5. Hot and cold-water supply is available at the site(s). Extension to the point of

source shall be the responsibility of the Contractor. The Contractor shall ensure leak tight connections. The Contractor shall comply with code specification requirements regarding connection.

6. Temporary electric service for use during construction is available at the facility.

Extension to the source and point of use shall be the responsibility of the Contractor. The Contractor shall install GFCI protection at a point of source. Any temporary electrical connections shall be made by a licensed electrician.

7. The Environmental Consultant shall continuously monitor the project from start to

completion. 8. No temporary heat is required. No temporary cooling is required. 9. Submit Safety Data Sheets (SDS) on all products and materials utilized by the

Contractor on the Project. 10. The Contractor shall refer to the Specification for required testing. The

Contractor shall supply competent personnel for personal employee sampling/monitoring to meet OSHA requirements. Results shall be posted by the Contractor at the work site. All other testing and inspection for Contract compliance shall be supplied by the Owner's Environmental Consultant.

11. All requests for work scheduling shall be coordinated in writing with the

Environmental Consultant and the Owner's Representative. The Contractor shall




not proceed until written authorization and approval on the scheduled start date is obtained.

12. The Contractor shall field verify all quantities specified. The quantities shown are

for general informational purposes only and no guarantee is expressed or implied that the quantities are correct or that the asbestos containing materials are easily removable from the substrate, surfaces or components. No allowances shall be made for failure by the Contractor to field verify amounts or existing field conditions.

13. "AS-BUILT" drawings will not be required for the abatement work. 14. No temporary trailer is required. The facility will provide a clean area for the

Environmental Consultant’s temporary office. 15. Insurance requirements:

New Jersey Department of Transportation and Environmental Connection, Inc. shall be named additionally insured.

a. Before commencing the work, the Contractor shall procure and maintain

until completion and final acceptance of the work all insurance requirements and shall cause each Sub-contractor to so procure and maintain the following minimum insurance:

b. Workman's compensation and employer's liability: Workers’

compensation (statutory limits) and an employer’s liability insurance with a limit of $500,000 covering each and every worker employed in connection with the work under Contract, as provided for in each and every State and Federal statute applicable to workers’ compensation.

c. Comprehensive general liability and specific asbestos abatement liability:

Comprehensive general liability and specific asbestos abatement liability insurance covering work under the Contract (including premises/operations, products/completed operations, independent contractors, personal injury, broad form property damage and contractual liability coverage) with at least the following limits:

1. Bodily injury and personal injury, property damage $1,000,000 combined single limit.

d. Comprehensive auto liability: Comprehensive automobile liability

insurance covering all owned, hired and non-owned vehicles with at least




the following limits of liability:

Bodily injury, liability, and property damage, $1,000,000 combined single

limit. e. Excess liability limits: Excess liability coverage for personal injury and

property damage shall be provided by the Contractor with a minimum limit of liability of $1,000,000.

f. The Contractor may procure whatever additional insurance deemed

necessary to protect itself against hazards not covered by the Owner's property insurance including coverage for theft, collapse, water damage, materials and equipment stored on-site, for materials and equipment stored off-site, and against loss of owned or rented equipment and tools, equipment, scaffolding, staging, towers and forms owned or rented by the Contractor, the value of which is not included in the cost of the work. Owners’ "all risk" insurance does not cover theft of material unless installed and made an integral part of the building.

g. Sub-contractors: The Contractor shall require all of their Sub-contractors

to provide the aforementioned qualifications and coverages as well as any other coverage that the Contractor may consider necessary and any deficiencies in their coverages and policy limits will be the sole responsibility of the Contractor.

h. Certificates of insurance: Before commencement of operations, the Contractor shall furnish to the

Owner, a certificate of insurance evidencing: 1. The required coverages and limits written through an insurance

company or companies acceptable to the Owner. 2. The effective and expiration date of the policies. 3. Thirty (30) days written notice of cancellation or material change in

any policies. 4. That a waiver of subrogation endorsement has been attached to all

policies. 5. The fact that the Contractor's policies are primary insurance.




6. The Contract Number.

i. Waiver of subrogation: All insurance policies of the Contractor will be endorsed to waive all right

of subrogation against the Owner. The Owner as trustee shall have the power to adjust and settle any loss

with the insurers unless one of the parties in interest shall object in writing within five (5) days after the occurrence of the loss to the Owner's exercise of this power. The Owner as trustee shall, in that case, make settlement with insurers. The Owner as trustee shall have power to adjust and settle any loss with the insurers unless one of the parties in interest shall object in writing within five (5) days after the occurrence of loss to the Owner's exercise of this power. The Owner as trustee shall, in that case, make settlement with the insurer.

j. Cancellation, reduction, or non-renewal: If the insurance policies required herein are canceled, or the coverage is

reduced below the minimum specified, or expiration without renewal occurs before completion of the work, the Owner retains the right to obtain said coverage or policies, and charge the cost against money due the Contractor pursuant to the terms of the Contract.

END OF SECTION 00001




SECTION 00002 - SUMMARY OF THE WORK - ASBESTOS ABATEMENT AND DISPOSAL

Project name is: Asbestos Abatement and Disposal at the New Jersey Department of Transportation, Lawrence Maintenance Yard, Lawrenceville, New Jersey, as shown on Contract Documents prepared by Environmental Connection, Inc. (EC), dated: April 2, 2019. BASE BID: The Contractor shall perform Asbestos Abatement and Disposal in accordance with this Specification, as follows:

Asbestos Containing Materials

New Jersey Department of Transportation

Lawrence Maintenance Yard

Building Material Location Quantity

Building 1392,

Maintenance

Offices/Break Area

12”x12” Tan Vinyl Floor Tile with Black

Mastic Throughout 1,800 SF

Building 1392,

Mechanical Room Flue Packing

Chimney in

Mechanical Room 3 SF

Building 1392,

Mechanical Room Plumbers Paste

Pipe Seams and Ends

in Mechanical Room 25 SF

Exterior of Building

1392 Window Caulking Exterior Windows 250 LF

Building 1392 Ladies

Room

Double Layer of Vinyl Floor Tile and

Black Mastic Ladies Room 30 SF

SF – Square Feet | LF – Linear Feet

GENERAL SEQUENCE: 1. Install work area isolation and decontamination unit(s) at the location(s) specified

and indicated on site by the IHT. 2. Where required, critical barrier walls shall consist of two (2) layers of six (6) mil

polyethylene sheeting. 3. For interior work areas, the Contractor shall install a sufficient number of HEPA

equipped air filtration devices (AFDs) to create a continuous negative pressure within the work area throughout abatement operations.

4. The Contractor shall cover all non-moveable items with two (2) layers of fire

retardant polyethylene sheeting. 5. The Contractor shall protect all fiber optic cables if present. The Contractor shall




exercise extreme caution when working around electric, communication, security, phone and other data transmission lines. Costs of repair or replacement of damaged facility components caused by the Contractor’s operations shall be the responsibility of the Contractor. No repair work may be performed by the Contractor on damaged equipment unless explicitly authorized by the Owner in writing.

6. If live electric is present within the work area: All live electric shall be protected

with two (2) layers of six (6) mil polyethylene, (i.e.; conduit, lights, fire detection/protection, etc.), any electric being used inside the work area shall be GFCI protected.

7. The quantities shown are for informational purposes only. The Contractor shall

inspect and verify all locations, quantities and measurements indicated in Contract Documents prior to bidding. No additional compensation shall be awarded for failure to complete said review or inspection.

8. Schedule - The project shall be completed as follows:

a. Work shall be completed in no more than eight (8), eight (8) hour work shifts. Work shall be conducted during the hours of 7:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., Monday through Friday.

b. The Contractor shall complete the work specified herein within the schedule outlined above. Failure for the Contractor to meet the project schedule referenced above shall result in liquidated damages of $500.00 per day, for each day the project exceeds the completion date. The Contractor shall re-clean the work areas at no additional cost to the Owner or the Owner’s Representatives upon receipt of an unsatisfactory final visual inspection.

c. The Contractor shall price the project referenced in this Specification

accordingly, where in the event of an unforeseen emergency or other NJDOT operation that will prohibit the Contractor from working. These events shall not be cause for a delay claim or change order; however, the project schedule shall be adjusted accordingly as a result of such events to avoid liquidated damages.

d. The work schedule shall include the final clearance testing of the work areas,

demobilization from the site and removal and disposal of the waste. 9. Where present, ensure all HVAC systems within the work areas are shut down. 10. Provide for transfer of waste during periods of minimal occupancy. Coordinate

all transfer of waste with the IHT for sample monitoring. Allow sufficient time, as




required, for installation of air sampling cassettes. Provide waste disposal documentation.

CONTRACT DOCUMENTS: Indicate the work of the Contract and related requirements and conditions that have an impact on the project. Related requirements and conditions that are indicated on the Contract Documents include, but are not necessarily limited to, the following: 1. Applicable federal, state and local codes and regulations. 2. Notices and Permits. 3. Existing site conditions and restrictions on the use of the site. 4. Work performed prior to work under this Contract. 5. Alterations and coordination with existing work. SUMMARY BY REFERENCES: Work of this Contract can be summarized by references to the Contract, General Conditions, Supplementary Conditions, Specification Sections, Drawings, Addenda and modifications to the Contract Documents issued subsequent to the initial printing of this Specification and included, but not necessarily limited to, printed material referenced by any of these. Work of the Contract is also unavoidably affected or influenced by governing regulations, natural phenomena including weather conditions and other forces outside the Contract Documents. INSPECTION: Prior to commencement of work, inspect areas in which work is to be performed. Prepare a listing of damage to structure, surfaces, equipment or of surrounding properties which could be misconstrued as damage resulting from the work. Photograph or videotape existing conditions as necessary to document conditions. Submit a copy of these photos or tapes to the Owner's representative prior to starting work. POTENTIAL ASBESTOS HAZARD: The disturbance or dislocation of asbestos containing materials may cause asbestos fibers to be released into the building's atmosphere, thereby creating a potential health hazard to workmen and building occupants. Apprize all workers, supervisory personnel, sub-contractors and consultants who will be at the job site of the seriousness of the




hazard and of proper work procedures which must be followed. STOP WORK: If the Owner, the Owner's Representative or the Project Administrator presents a written stop work order, immediately and automatically stop all work. Do not recommence work until authorized in writing by Owner's Representative. CONTRACTOR USE OF PREMISES: 1. Use of the site: Confine operations, at the site, to the areas permitted under the

Contract. Portions of the site beyond areas in which work is indicated are not to be disturbed. Conform to site rules and regulations affecting the work while engaged in project construction.

2. Secure and obtain facility security regulations for Contractors. All facility security

requirements are incorporated by reference. No additional compensation or time shall be allotted for failure to comply with the facility’s security requirements.

3. Keep existing driveways and entrances serving the premises clear and available

to the Owner and its employees at all times. Do not use these areas for parking or storage of materials.

4. Do not unreasonably encumber the site with materials or equipment. Confine

stockpiling of materials and location of storage sheds to the areas indicated. If additional storage is necessary obtain and pay for such storage off site.

5. Keep public areas such as hallways, stairs, elevator lobbies and toilet rooms free

from accumulation of waste, rubbish or construction debris. 6. Smoking or open fires will not be permitted within the building enclosure or on the

premises. OWNER OCCUPANCY: The Owner will occupy the existing building during the entire period of abatement. The work area will be limited to maintenance personnel. Cooperate fully with the Owner or its representative (EC) during construction operations to minimize conflicts. Perform the work so as not to interfere with the Owner's operation. WORK SEQUENCING: 1. Pre-clean designated work area as per Specification.




2. Install critical and containment barriers as specified with fire resistant polyethylene.

3. Install a three (3) stage personnel decontamination unit as specified. 4. Ensure electric inside the work area is off or is GFCI protected. 5. Provide for visible negative pressure in contained work areas. 6. Apply a low fine pressure spray of amended water to all asbestos containing

materials designated for removal and re-wet as necessary. 7. Ensure that the ACM is adequately wet throughout all work including final

disposal. 8. Remove and dispose of all designated asbestos containing materials as per

Specification. 9. Clean and decontaminate all exposed surfaces as specified. 10. Encapsulate all exposed surfaces from which ACM is removed. 11. Following authorization, perform final cleaning activities. 12. Properly remove and dispose of all waste materials. GENERAL ABATEMENT REQUIREMENTS: 1. All work shall be conducted in strict accordance with all applicable federal, state

and local regulations.

2. All materials (i.e., caulk, six (6) mil polyethylene sheeting, lumber, etc.) utilized in the construction of the containment, Separation Barriers, Critical Barriers, etc., shall be fire-rated.

3. The Contractor shall provide a "competent person" on-site at all times, in accordance with OSHA Regulations, and shall maintain the necessary staffing to complete the project in accordance with the project schedule. The competent person shall have knowledge in construction and shall be knowledgeable in reading and interpreting construction documents.

4. The Contractor shall perform all work in a professional manner and shall ensure that maximum protection is provided to the workers, building occupants and the building environment.




5. The Contractor shall provide all equipment, scaffolding, tools, wooden studs,

plywood and other materials necessary to complete the work as specified, and shall promptly remove all equipment, debris, surplus material, etc., upon completion of work. All lumber used on the subject site shall be fire rated with easily readable stamps affixed to the surface.

6. The Contractor shall protect non-affected and non-moveable fixtures, such as: electrical panels, outlets, switches, lights, motors, controls, gauges, etc., in or near the work area against damage and/or contamination.

7. Ensure all HVAC and electrical systems within proximity to the work area are deactivated and/or protected with polyethylene sheeting that is secured airtight with duct tape.

8. All electrical connections to electrical panels and/or any wiring installed other than extension wires shall be performed by a licensed electrician. All electrical connections, with exception to receptacles and extension cords, shall be accomplished by a licensed electrician. The Contractor shall coordinate with the IHT and facility personnel pertaining to electrical requirements for this project and shall ensure that the power supply is safe and adequate for all facets of the project, including temporary lighting for all work areas and air monitoring requirements of the IHT.

9. The Contractor shall ensure that adequate water pressure and delivery to all areas of abatement are provided to the satisfaction of the IHT.

10. Provide and install sufficient Air Filtration Devices (AFDs) to create a continuous negative pressure within the work area throughout abatement operations.

11. AFDs shall be exhausted to the exterior of the building. Under no condition will the exhaust be permitted within the building unless authorized in writing by the Owner’s Environmental Consultant.

12. The Contractor shall provide HEPA, secondary and pre-filters for all AFDs HEPA filters shall not have more than 500 hours of use. The pre-filter shall be changed whenever deemed necessary by the IHT. A sufficient number of AFDs shall be used to meet Specification requirements. The Contractor shall have a backup unit available on site at all times in the event an on-line AFD is found to malfunction.

13. The Contractor is responsible for operation and maintenance of the AFDs and components. The flex tubes shall be securely affixed and sealed at the AFD and exhaust ports. The units shall be placed in the work areas at locations indicated




in the sketch or as approved in the field by the IHT.

14. All asbestos waste bags and packages shall be labeled with the prescribed federal OSHA warning signs and shall include site specific waste generator information.

15. The Contractor shall provide a fully enclosed, watertight waste container complete with a locking device for storage of all contaminated waste removed from the site. The waste container shall have asbestos warning signs affixed to all sides and door(s). A perimeter warning band shall be placed near the waste container location and the exterior route of travel during waste transfer activities.

16. The Contractor shall coordinate waste removal immediately upon completion of the project. This is essential in order to obtain a permit for re-occupancy. No payment shall be made to the Contractor until all contaminated waste has been removed from the site and a waste manifest signed by the proper authority is submitted to the Owner.

17. Asbestos waste that may puncture or tear waste bags, and which is required to be bagged for disposal, shall be placed in cardboard boxes, burlap or nylon sacks, or other protective covering, prior to bagging, as necessary to ensure that bags are not punctured or torn during the disposal process. Items that are too large for standard bagging, that require bagging for disposal, shall be wrapped in two (2) layers of six (6) mil polyethylene sheeting and sealed with a high-grade spray glue and duct tape. All asbestos waste shall be packaged and disposed of in accordance with all applicable local, state and federal regulations and ordinances.

18. All workers shall wear protective clothing and respirators, in accordance with standards set forth in 29 CFR, Part 1926. 1101((g) and (h) and (I), for all asbestos removal activity. The Contractor shall provide shower equipped decontamination facilities in accordance with 29 CFR, Part 1926.1101, and this Specification.

19. No asbestos containing material shall be disturbed during preparation activity. Exception: Asbestos material required to be cleaned up prior to work area preparations shall be treated first with an amended water solution and removed in a manner designed to limit or prevent fiber release to the environment. All procedures and the amount of material to be removed must be approved in writing by the IHT before work begins.

20. Asbestos warning signs shall be posted on all abatement area entry doors prior to the commencement of the project. These notifications shall be placed at eye level and in languages consistent with the building population.




21. The Contractor shall provide for clearly marked emergency means of egress for

the work areas specified.

22. The Contractor shall be liable for all costs associated with the replacement or repair of any utilities, equipment, materials, building components, etc., that may be damaged during the course of Contractor work.

23. Work area barriers, decontamination unit, and negative air pressure systems shall remain operational until final air tests indicate acceptable clearance criteria and written authorization to disassemble the containment structure is obtained from the IHT.

24. All field decisions with respect to compliance with this Specification or applicable

regulations shall be at the discretion of the IHT. END OF SECTION 00002




SECTION 00003 - PROJECT COORDINATION

SUMMARY: This Section specifies administrative and supervisory requirements necessary for project coordination including, but not necessarily limited to: 1. Administrative and supervisory personnel 2. Pre-construction conference 3. Daily log 4. Special reports 5. Contingency plans ADMINISTRATIVE AND SUPERVISORY PERSONNEL: General Superintendent: Provide a full-time General Superintendent who is experienced in administrative and supervision of asbestos abatement projects including work practices, protective measures for building and personnel, disposal procedures, etc. This person is the Contractor's representative Supervisor responsible for compliance with all applicable federal, state and local regulations and this Specification. 1. Experience and Training: The General Superintendent must have a minimum of

five (5) years experience in projects of a similar scope and nature. 2. Accreditation: Asbestos Supervisors License, maintain current valid licensing in

abatement discipline. PRE-CONSTRUCTION CONFERENCE: An initial pre-construction conference will be convened at the project site by the Owner's Representative prior to start of any work. Advance notice will be provided to all participants prior to convening a pre-construction conference. This meeting is held to review responsibilities and personnel assignments and to locate the containment and decontamination areas and temporary facilities including power, light, water, etc. DAILY LOG: Maintain a daily log documenting the dates and time of but not limited to, the following items: 1. Meetings; purpose, attendees, brief discussion.




2. Visitations; authorized and unauthorized. 3. Personnel, by name, entering and leaving the work area. 4. Special or unusual events; i.e., barrier breeching, equipment failures, accidents. 5. Air monitoring tests and analytical test results. SPECIAL REPORTS: Except as otherwise indicated, submit special reports directly to the Owner within one (1) day of occurrence requiring special report, with copy to Owner's Representative and others affected by occurrence. 1. Reporting Unusual Events: When an event of an unusual and significant nature

occurs at the site (examples: failure of pressure differential system, rupture of temporary enclosure), prepare and submit a special report listing the chain of events, persons participating, response by the Contractor's personnel, evaluation of the results of the effects, and similar pertinent information.

2. Reporting Accidents: Prepare and submit reports of significant accidents, at the

site and anywhere else work of this Contract is in progress. Record and document data and actions; comply with industry standards. Complete OSHA 200 form for all injuries.

CONTINGENCY PLAN: Prepare a contingency plan for emergencies including fire, accident, power failure, pressure differential system failure, supplied air system failure, or any other event that may require modification or abridgement of decontamination or work area isolation procedures. Include in the plan specific procedures for decontamination or work area isolation. END OF SECTION 00003




SECTION 00004 - DEFINITIONS AND STANDARDS

DEFINITIONS: Definitions contained in this Section are not necessarily complete but are general to the extent that they are not defined more explicitly elsewhere in the Contract Documents. Indicated: This term refers to graphic representations, notes or schedules on the drawings, or other Paragraphs or Schedules in Specification, and similar requirements in Contract Documents. Where terms such as "shown," "noted", "scheduled" and "specified" are used, it is to help locate the reference; no limitation on location is intended except as specifically noted. Directed: Terms such as "directed," "requested," "authorized," "selected," "approved," "required," and "permitted" mean "directed by the Owner's Representative," "requested by the Owner's Representative," and similar phrases. However, no implied meaning shall be interpreted to extend the Owner's Representative's responsibility into the Contractor's area of construction supervision. Approve: The term "approved," where used in conjunction with the Owner's Representative's action on the Contractor's submittals, application, and request, is limited to the responsibilities and duties of the Owner’s Representative stated in General and Supplementary Conditions. Such approval shall not release the Contractor from the responsibility to fulfill other Contract requirements. Regulation: The term "Regulations" include laws, statutes, ordinances and lawful orders issued by authorities having jurisdiction, as well as rules, conventions and agreements within the construction industry that control performance of the work, whether they are lawfully imposed by authorities having jurisdiction or not. Furnish: The term "furnish" is used to mean "supply and deliver to the project site, ready for unloading, unpacking, assembly, installation, and similar operations." Install: The term "install" is used to describe operations at project site including the actual "unloading, unpacking, assembly, erection, placing, anchoring, applying, working to dimension, finishing, curing, protecting, cleaning and similar operations." Provide: The term "provide" means "to furnish and install, complete and ready for the intended use." Installer: An "Installer" is an entity engaged by the Contractor, either an employee, sub-contractor or sub-subcontractor for performance of a particular construction activity, including installation, erection, application and similar operations. Installers are required




to be experienced in the operations they are engaged to perform. The term "experienced," when used with the term "installer" means having a minimum of five (5) previous projects similar in size and scope to this project or being a certified manufacturer’s installer and familiar with the precautions required and has complied with requirements of any authorities having jurisdiction. Project Site: The Project Site is the space available to the Contractor for performance of the work, either exclusively or in conjunction with others performing other construction as part of the project. The extent of the project site is shown on the drawings and may or may not be identical with the description of the land upon which the project is to be built and/or the facility. Testing Laboratories: A "testing laboratory" is an independent entity engaged to perform specific inspections or tests, either at the project site or elsewhere, to report on, and, if required, to interpret, results of those inspection or tests. Owner's Representative: The Owner's Representative (EC) will represent the Owner during construction. The Owner's Representative will advise and consult with the Owner. The Owner's instructions to the Contractor will be forwarded through the Owner's Representative. Project Administrator: The Project Administrator is a representative of the Owner with authority to stop the work upon verbal order if requirements of the Contract Documents are not met, or if in the sole judgment of the Project Administrator, Owner's Representative or Owner, the interests of the Owner, safety of any person or the Owner's property are jeopardized by the work. General Superintendent: This General Superintendent is the Contractor's representative at the work site. This person will generally be the competent person required by OSHA in 29 CFR, Part 1926.1101. DEFINITIONS RELATIVE TO ASBESTOS ABATEMENT: NOTE: Requirements expressed imperatively are to be performed by the Contractor. At certain locations in the text, for clarity, subjective language is used to describe responsibilities which must be fulfilled indirectly by the Contractor, or by others when so noted. Accredited or Accreditation (when referring to a person or laboratory): A person or laboratory accredited in accordance with Section 206 of Title II of the Toxic Substance Control Act (TSCA). Aerosol: A system consisting of particles, solid or liquid, suspended in air.




Air Cell: Insulation normally used on pipes and duct work that is comprised of corrugated cardboard which is frequently comprised of asbestos combined with cellulose or refractory binders. Air Monitoring: The process of measuring the fiber content of a specific volume of air. Amended Water: Water to which a surfactant has been added to decrease the surface tension to 35 or less dynes. Asbestos: The asbesti-form varieties of serpentine (chrysotile), riebeckite (crocidolite), cummintonite-grunerite, anthophyllite, and actinolite-tremolite. For purposes of determining respiratory and worker protection both the asbesti-form and non-asbesti-form varieties of the above minerals and any of these materials that have been chemically treated and/or altered shall be considered as asbestos. Asbestos Containing Material (ACM): Any material containing more than 1% by weight of asbestos of any type or mixture of types, per Federal regulations. Asbestos Containing Building Materials (ACBM): Surfacing ACM, thermal system insulation ACM, or miscellaneous ACM that is found in or on interior structural members of other parts of a building. Asbestos Containing Waste Material: Any material which is or is suspected of being or material with an asbestos-containing material which is to be removed from a work area for disposal. Asbestos Debris: Pieces of ACBM that can be identified by color, texture, or composition, or means dust, if the dust is determined by an accredited inspector to be ACM. Authorized Visitor: The Owner, the Owner's Representative, testing lab personnel, the Architect/Engineer, emergency personnel or a representative of any federal, state and local regulatory or other agency having authority over the project. Barrier: Any surface that seals off the work area to inhabit the movement of fibers. Breathing Zone: A hemisphere forward of the shoulders with a radius of approximately six (6) to nine (9) inches. Ceiling Concentration: The concentration of an airborne substance that shall not be exceeded. Certified Industrial Hygienist (CIH): An industrial hygienist certified in Comprehensive




Practice by the American Board of Industrial Hygiene. Demolition: The wrecking or taking out of any building component, system, finish or assembly of a facility with any related handling operation. Disposal Bag: A properly labeled six (6) mil thick leak-tight plastic bag used for transporting asbestos waste from work to disposal site. Encapsulant: A material that surrounds or embeds asbestos fibers in an adhesive matrix, to prevent release of fibers. Bridging Encapsulant: An encapsulate that forms a discrete layer on the surface of an asbestos matrix. Penetrating Encapsulant: An encapsulate that is absorbed by the in situ asbestos matrix without leaving a discrete surface layer. Removal Encapsulant: A penetrating encapsulate specifically designed to minimize release during removal of asbestos containing materials. Encapsulation: Treatment of asbestos containing materials, with an encapsulant. Enclosure: The construction of an air-tight, impermeable, permanent barrier around asbestos containing material to control the release of asbestos fibers into the air. Filter: A media component used in respirators to remove solid or liquid particles from the inspired air. Friable Asbestos Material: Material that contains more than 1.0% asbestos by weight and that can be crumbled, pulverized, or reduced to powder by hand pressure when dry. Glove Bag: A polyethylene bag (typically constructed of 10 mil transparent polyethylene or polyvinyl chloride plastic) with inward projecting long sleeve gloves, which is designed to enclose an object from which an asbestos-containing material is to be removed. HEPA Filter: A High Efficiency Particulate Air (HEPA) filter capable of trapping and retaining 99.97% of asbestos fibers greater than 0.3 microns in a diameter. HEPA Filter Vacuum Collection Equipment: High efficiency particulate air filtered vacuum collection equipment with a filter system capable of collecting and retaining asbestos fibers. Filters should be of 99.97% efficiency for retaining fibers of 0.3 microns or larger. May also be referred to as Air Filtration Device (AFD).




High-Efficiency Particulate Air Filter (HEPA): Refers to a filtering system capable of trapping and retaining 99.97 percent of all monodispersed particles 0.3 um in diameter or larger. Negative Pressure Respirator: A respirator in which the air pressure inside the respiratory-inlet covering is positive during exhalation in relation to the air pressure of the outside atmosphere and negative during inhalation in relation to the air pressure of the outside atmosphere. Negative Pressure Ventilation System: A pressure differential and ventilation system. Personal Monitoring: Sampling of the asbestos fiber concentrations within the breathing zone of an employee. Polyethylene Sheet : Provide flame resistant polyethylene film that conforms to requirements set forth by the National Fire Protection Association Standard 701, Small Scale Fire Test for Flame Resistant Textiles and Films. Provide largest sheet size possible to minimize seams, six (6) mil thick as indicated, clear, frosted or black as indicated. Pressure Differential and Ventilation System: A local exhaust system, utilizing HEPA filtration capable of maintaining a pressure differential with the inside of the work area at a lower pressure than any adjacent area, and which cleans recirculated air or generates a constant air flow from adjacent areas into the work area. Protection Factor: The ratio of the ambient concentration of an airborne substance to the concentration of the substance inside the respirator at the breathing zone of the wearer. The protection factor is a measure of the degree of protection provided by a respirator to the wearer. Repair: Returning damaged ACBM to an undamaged condition or to an intact state so as to prevent fiber release. Respirator: A device designed to protect the wearer from inhalation of harmful atmospheres. Surfactant: A chemical wetting agent added to water to improve penetration, thus reducing the quantity of water required for a given operation of area. Time Weighted Average (TWA): The average concentration of a contaminant in air during a specific time period. Visible Emissions: Any emissions containing particulate asbestos material that are




visually detectable without the aid of instruments. This does not include condensed uncombined water vapor. Wet Cleaning: The process of eliminating asbestos contamination from building surfaces and objects by using cloths, mops, or other cleaning utensils which have been dampened with amended water or diluted removal encapsulate and afterwards thoroughly decontaminated or disposed of as asbestos-contaminated waste. Work Area: The area where asbestos related work or removal operations are performed which is defined and/or isolated to prevent the spread of asbestos dust, fibers or debris, and entry by unauthorized personnel. Work area is a regulated area as defined by 29 CFR, Part 1926. Assignment of Specialists: The Specification require that certain specific construction activities shall be performed by specialists who are recognized experts in the operations to be performed. The specialists must be engaged for those activities. INDUSTRY STANDARDS: Applicability of Standards: Except where Contract Documents include more stringent requirements, applicable construction industry standards have the same force and effect as if bound or copied directly into Contract Documents. Such standards are made a part of the Contract Documents by reference. Individual Sections indicate which codes and standards the Contractor must keep available at the Project Site for reference. Conflicting Requirements: Where compliance with two (2) or more standards is specified, and they establish different or conflicting requirements for minimum quantities or quality levels, the most stringent requirement will be enforced, unless the Contract Documents indicate otherwise. Refer requirements that are different, but apparently equal, and uncertainties as to which quality level is more stringent to the Owner's Representative for a decision before proceeding. END OF SECTION 00004




SECTION 00005 - CODES, REGULATIONS & STANDARDS

SUMMARY: This Section sets forth governmental regulations and industry standards which are included and incorporated herein by reference and made a part of the Specification. This Section also sets forth those notices and permits which are known to the Owner and which either must be applied for and received, or which must be given to governmental agencies before start of work. 1. Requirements include adherence to work practices and procedures set forth in

application codes, regulations and standards. 2. Requirements include obtaining permits, licenses, inspections, releases and

similar documentation, as well as payments, statements and similar documentation, as well as payments, statements and similar requirements associated with codes, regulations and standards.

CODES, STANDARDS AND REGULATIONS: General applicability of codes, regulations, and standards: Except to the extent that more explicit or more stringent requirements are written directly into the Contract Documents, all applicable codes, regulations and standards have the same force and effect (and are made a part of the Contract Documents by reference) as if copied directly into the Contract Documents, Specification, or as if published copies are bound herewith. Contractor Responsibility: The Contractor shall assume full responsibility and liability for the compliance with all applicable federal, state, and local regulations pertaining to work practices, hauling, disposal, and protection of workers, visitors to the site, and persons occupying areas adjacent to the site. The Contractor is responsible for providing medical examinations and maintaining medical records of personnel as required by the applicable federal, state and local regulations. The Contractor shall hold the Owner and the Owner's Representative harmless for failure to comply with any applicable work, hauling, disposal, safety, health or other regulation on the part of self, its employees, or subcontractors. New Jersey Requirements: State of New Jersey requirements which govern asbestos abatement work or hauling and disposal of asbestos waste materials include, as applicable, but are not limited to the following:




Asbestos Licenses and Permits: New Jersey Department of Community Affairs, Division of Codes and Standards, Bureau of Code Services, Asbestos Worker/Contractor Licensing Unit 101 South Broad Street P.O. Box 816 Trenton, New Jersey 08625-0816 Asbestos Training Courses N.J.A.C. 8:60 and 12:120:

New Jersey Department of Health Asbestos Control Program CN 360 Trenton, New Jersey 08625-0360 Disposal Regulations N.J.A.C. 7:26: New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection Division of Solid and Hazardous Waste 120 South Stockton Street Trenton, New Jersey 08625-0410 Asbestos Hazard Abatement Sub-code N.J.A.C. 5:23-8: New Jersey Department of Community Affairs Bureau of Code Services Asbestos/Lead Safety Unit CN 816 Trenton, New Jersey 08625-0816 Standards: Standards which apply to asbestos abatement work of hauling and disposal of asbestos waste materials include but are not limited to the following: American National Standards Institute (ANSI) 1430 Broadway New York, New York 10018 (212)354-3300 Fundamentals Governing the Design and Operation of local Exhaust Systems Publication Z9.2-79 Practices for Respiratory Protection Publication Z88.2-80




American Society for Testing and Materials (ASTM) 1916 Race Street Philadelphia, PA 19103 (215)299-5400

Safety and Health Requirements Relating to Occupational Exposure to Asbestos E 849-82

Specification for Encapsulants for Friable Asbestos Containing Building Materials Proposal P-189 NOTIFICATIONS: The Contractor shall notify the following agencies in writing a minimum of 10 days

prior to the start of asbestos abatement activities, as applicable: 1. New Jersey Department of Labor Asbestos Control and Licensing 225 East State Street PO Box 392 Trenton, NJ 08625-0392 2. New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection Division of Waste Management PO Box 414 Trenton, NJ 08625-0414 3. New Jersey Department of Health and Senior Services Consumer and Environmental Health Services P.O. Box 360 Trenton, NJ 08625-0360 4. New Jersey Department of Community Affairs Bureau of Code Services Asbestos/Lead Safety Unit CN 816 Trenton, New Jersey 08625-0816 Send written notification as required by the United States Environmental Protection Agency, National Emission Standards for Hazardous Air Pollutants, (NESHAPS) asbestos regulations (40 CFR, Part 61, Sub-part M), to the regional asbestos NESHAPS Contact at least 10 business days prior to beginning any work on asbestos containing materials. Send notification to the following address for REGION 2:




Asbestos NESHAPS Contact Air & Waste Management Division USEPA 26 Federal Plaza New York, NY 10007 (212)264-4479 Send written notifications to the State Agencies listed under New Jersey requirements. Notifications shall include the following information to the NESHAPS and State contact(s): 1. Name and address of Owner or operator. 2. Description of the facility being demolished or renovated, including the size, age,

and prior use of the facility. 3. Estimate of the approximate amount of asbestos material present in the facility in

terms of linear feet of pipe, and surface area on other facility components. For facilities in which the amount of asbestos material is less than 80 linear meters (260 linear feet) on pipes and less than 15 square meters (160 square feet) on other facility components, explain techniques of estimation.

4. Location of the facility being demolished or renovated. 5. Scheduled starting and completion date of demolition or renovation.

6. Nature of planned demolition or renovation and method(s) to be used.

7. Procedures to be used to comply with the requirements of USEPA National

Emission Standards for Hazardous Air Pollutants (NESHAPS) Asbestos Regulations (40 CFR, Part 61, Sub-part M).

8. Name and location of the waste disposal site where the asbestos waste material

will be deposited. 9. For facilities being demolished under an order of a state or local governmental

agency, issued because the facility is structurally unsound and in danger of imminent collapse, the name, title, and authority of the state or local governmental representative who has ordered the demolition and declared the structure of imminent danger.




POSTING AND FILING OF REGULATIONS: Posting and Filing of Regulations: Post all notices required by applicable federal, state and local regulations. Maintain two (2) copies of this specification, applicable federal, state and local regulations and standards. Maintain one (1) copy of each at the job site. Keep one (1) copy of each on file in Contractor's office. END OF SECTION 00005




SECTION 00006 - SUBMITTALS

SUMMARY: Before the start of work: Submit the following to the Owner's representative for review. Do not begin work until these submittals are returned approved. 1. The Asbestos Abatement Contractor, as a part of a pre-abatement submittal

package, shall submit the following information to the Owner’s Representative prior to mobilization at the work-site.

a. Required notification forms submitted to State and Federal agencies.

b. Written site-specific Health and Safety Plan. c. Written description of emergency procedures to be followed in case of injury

or fire. Include information regarding evacuation procedures, source of medical assistance and procedures to be used by medical personnel.

d. A diagram with evacuation routes in case of an emergency. e. Telephone numbers and locations of emergency response personnel.

f. Written Respiratory Protection Program and proof of OSHA compliance with 29 CFR, Part 134.

g. All Safety Data Sheets (SDS) for all chemical agents and materials brought

onto the site. 2. Upon completion of work on this project the Asbestos Abatement Contractor shall

submit the following information to the Owner: a. Daily activity reports and personnel sign-in sheets b. Minutes of meetings c. Visitations; authorized and unauthorized d. Special or unusual events e. Waste material disposal manifests END OF SECTION 00006




SECTION 00007 - AIR MONITORING AND LABORATORY TESTING SERVICES

DESCRIPTION OF THE WORK: This Section describes air monitoring to verify that the building beyond the work areas and the outside environment remains uncontaminated. This Section also sets forth airborne fiber levels both inside and outside the work areas as action levels, and describes the action required by the Contractor if an action level is met or exceeded. AIR MONITORING REQUIRED BY OSHA IS WORK OF THE CONTRACTOR AND IS NOT COVERED IN THIS SECTION. AIR MONITORING: Work Area Isolation: The purpose of the Owner's air monitoring is to detect faults in work area isolation such as: 1. Contamination of the building outside of the work areas with airborne asbestos

fibers. 2. Failure of filtration or rupture in the differential pressure system. Should any of the above occur, immediately cease asbestos abatement activities until the fault is corrected. Do not recommence work until authorized by the Owner's Representative. Outside Work Areas: If any air sample taken outside of a work area exceeds a level of 0.10 fibers per cubic centimeter, immediately and automatically stop all work except corrective action. The Owner's Representative will determine the source of the high reading and so notify the Contractor in writing. If the high reading was the result of a failure of work area isolation measures initiate the following actions: 1. Immediately erect new critical barriers to isolate the affected area from the

balance of the building. Erect Critical Barriers at the next existing structural isolation of the involved space (e.g., wall, ceiling).

2 Clean and decontaminate the affected area. 3. Require that respiratory protection be worn in affected areas until area is cleared

for re-occupancy.




4. Leave Critical Barriers in place until completion of work and ensure that the operation of the pressure differential system in the work area results in a flow of air from the balance of the building into the affected area.

5. If the exit from the clean room of the personnel decontamination unit enters the

affected area, establish a decontamination facility consisting of a shower room and changing room at entry point to affected area.

6. After certification of visual inspection in the work area remove critical barrier

separating the work area from the affected area. Final air samples will be taken within the entire area as set forth in work area clearance.

7. If the high reading was the result of other causes initiate corrective action as

determined by the Owner's representative. Effect on Contract Sum: Complete corrective work with no change in the Contract sum. Daily Air Monitoring: From start of work to project decontamination, the Owner’s Representative shall be taking the following samples on a daily basis: 1. Occupied area samples. 2. Critical barrier locations. 3. Inside the work area. ANALYTICAL METHODS: The following method will be used by the Owner in analyzing filters used to collect air samples. Sampling rates may be varied from printed standards to allow for high volume sampling. 1. Phase Contrast Microscopy (PCM) will be performed using the latest revision of

NIOSH Method 7400. Where required, this analysis will be carried out at the job site. Samples will be collected utilizing a 25 mm. PCM cassette, with a 0.8 micrometer mixed cellulose ester backing filter.

CONTRACTOR TESTING: The Contractor may conduct its own monitoring and laboratory testing. If the Contractor elects to do so, the cost of such air monitoring and laboratory testing shall be at no cost to the Owner. FINAL CLEARANCE AIR MONITORING 1. Final clearance air samples shall be collected at the completion of the asbestos




abatement activities, upon receipt of a satisfactory Clean-up Inspection, in writing by the Environmental Consultant to the Contractor.

2. Engineering controls, critical barriers and the decontamination unit shall remain

during final clearance air sampling. 3. A minimum of five (5) samples will be taken from the work area(s) and analyzed

in accordance with the method set forth in the AHERA Regulation 40 CFR, Part 763, Appendix A, and N.J.A.C. 8:60 and 12:120.

a. For work area(s) where more than 260 LF/160 SF of asbestos containing

materials have been removed, final clearance samples shall be collected/analyzed utilizing Transmission Electron Microscopy (TEM).

b. For work area(s) where less than 260 LF/160 SF of asbestos containing

materials have been removed, final clearance samples shall be collected/analyzed utilizing Phase Contrast Microscopy (PCM).

c. TEM samples shall be analyzed at a laboratory accredited by the

American Industrial Hygiene Association, participating in the National Voluntary Laboratory Accreditation Program (NVLAP). Analytical results shall be available to the Owner’s Representative within six (6) hours upon receipt by the laboratory.

d. PCM samples shall be analyzed in accordance with the most recent

revision to NIOSH method 7400. 4. Acceptable Clearance Criteria for work area(s) demobilization and re-occupancy

shall be as follows: a. TEM: less than 70 Structures per millimeter squared. b. PCM: less than 0.01 fibers per cubic centimeter. END OF SECTION 00007




SECTION 00008 - DECONTAMINATION UNITS

DESCRIPTION OF THE WORK: Provide a remote three (3) stage personnel decontamination unit where indicated by the IHT. Require that the personnel decontamination unit be the only means of ingress and egress for the work areas. Require that all materials exit the work areas through the decontamination unit. PERSONNEL DECONTAMINATION UNIT: Provide a personnel decontamination unit consisting of a serial arrangement of connected rooms or spaces, clean room, shower room and equipment room. Require all persons without exception to pass through this decontamination unit for entry into and exiting from the work areas for any purpose. Do not allow parallel routes for entry or exit. Provide temporary lighting within the decontamination unit as necessary to reach a lighting level of 100 foot candles. 1. Clean room: Provide a room that is physically and visually separated from the

rest of the building for the purpose of changing into protective clothing.

a. Construct using two (2) individual layers of polyethylene sheeting, six (6) mil in thickness on all sides.

b. Locate so that access to the work areas from the clean room is through

shower room.

c. Separate clean room from the building by a three (3) sheet plastic, weighted, flapped doorway.

d. Require workers to remove all street clothes in this room, dress in clean

disposable coveralls, and don respiratory protective equipment. Do not allow asbestos contaminated items to enter this room. Require workers to enter this room either from outside the structure dressed in street clothes, or naked from the shower room.

e. Maintain floor of clean room dry and clean at all times. Do not allow

overflow water from shower room to wet floor in clean room. f. Damp wipe all surfaces twice after each shift change with a disinfectant solution.

g. Provide posted information for all emergency phone numbers and




procedures. 2. Shower Room: Provide a completely watertight operational shower to be used

for transit by cleanly dressed workers heading for the equipment room/work area from the clean room, or for showering by workers headed out of the work area after undressing in the equipment room.

a. Construct room by providing a shower pan and shower walls in a

configuration that will cause water running down walls to drip into pan.

b. Provide a three (3) tier plastic flapped doorway at the entrance to the shower chamber.

c. Provide shower head and controls.

d. Provide temporary extensions of existing hot and cold water and drainage, as necessary for a complete and operational shower.

e. Provide a soap dish and a continuously adequate supply of soap and

maintain in sanitary condition.

f. Arrange so that water from showering does not splash into the clean or equipment rooms.

g. Separate from equipment room by a three (3) sheet plastic, weighted,

flapped doorway. 3. Equipment Room (contaminated area): Require work equipment, footwear and

contaminated work clothing to be left in the equipment room. This is a change and transit area for workers.

a. Separate this room from the work areas by a three (3) sheet plastic,

weighted, flapped doorway. 4. Decontamination Sequence: The Contractor shall require that all workers adhere

to the following sequence when entering or leaving the work areas. 5. Entering Work Areas: Worker enters clean room and removes street clothing,

puts on clean disposable coveralls and respirator, and passes through the shower room into the equipment room. Any additional clothing and equipment left in equipment room needed by the worker are put on in the equipment room. Worker proceeds to the work areas.




6. Exiting Work Areas:

a. Before leaving the work areas, require the worker to remove all gross contamination and debris from coveralls and feet.

b. The worker then proceeds to the equipment room and removes all clothing

except respiratory protection equipment.

c. Work clothing such as boots, hard hats, goggles, gloves, etc., to be stored in the contaminated end of the equipment room.

d. Disposable coveralls are placed in a bag for disposal with other material. e. Require that decontamination procedures specified be followed by all

individuals leaving the work areas.

f. After showering, the worker moves to the clean room and dresses in either new personal protective equipment and clothing for another entry, or street clothes if leaving.

CONSTRUCTION OF THE DECONTAMINATION UNITS: 1. Walls and Ceiling: Construct airtight walls and ceiling using two (2) layers of

polyethylene sheeting, six (6) mil in thickness. Attach to existing building elements or a temporary framework.

2. Floors: Use two (2) layers of six (6) mil polyethylene sheeting to cover floors in

all areas of the decontamination units. 3. Flap Doors: Fabricate from three (3) overlapping sheets with openings a

minimum of four (4) feet wide. Configure so that sheeting overlaps adjacent surfaces. Weigh sheets at bottoms as required so that they quickly close after being released. Install arrows on sheets to indicate direction of overlap and/or travel. Provide a minimum of four (4) feet between entrance and exit of any room.

CLEANING OF DECONTAMINATION UNITS: Clean debris and residue from inside of decontamination unit on a daily basis or as otherwise indicated. Damp wipe or hose down all surfaces after each shift change. Clean debris from shower pan on a daily basis.




SIGNS: Post an approximately 20" x 14" manufactured caution sign at each entrance to a work area displaying the following legend with letter sizes and styles of a visibility required by 29 CFR, Part 1926: Provide signs in both English and Spanish.

DANGER ASBESTOS

CANCER AND LUNG DISEASE HAZARD RESPIRATORS AND PROTECTIVE CLOTHING ARE REQUIRED

IN THIS AREA

Provide spacing between respective lines at least equal to the height of the respective upper line. END OF SECTION 00008




SECTION 00009 - MATERIALS AND EQUIPMENT

SUMMARY: This Section specifies administrative and procedural requirements governing the Contractor's selection of products for use in the project. The Contractor's construction schedule and the schedule of submittals are included under Section "Submittals." Standards: Refer to Section "Definitions and Standards" for applicability of industry standards to products specified. Administrative procedures for handling requests for substitutions made after award of the Contract are included under Section "Product Substitutions." DEFINITIONS: Definitions used in this Section are not intended to change the meaning of other terms used in the Contract Documents, such as "specialties," "finishes," "systems," "structure," "accessories" and similar terms. Such terms are self explanatory and have well recognized meanings in the construction industry. "Products" are items purchased for use in performing the work or for incorporation in the work, whether purchased for the project or taken from previously purchased stock. The term "product" includes the terms "material," "equipment," "system" and terms of similar intent. "Named Products" are items identified by manufacturer's product name, including make or model designation, indicated in the manufacturer's published product literature, that is current as of the date of the Contract Documents. "Foreign Products" as distinguished from "Domestic Products" are items substantially manufactured (50% or more of the products value) outside of the United States and its possessions, or products or supplies by entities substantially owned (more than 50%) by persons who are not citizens of nor living within the United States and its possessions. "Materials" are products that are substantially shaped, cut, worked, mixed, finished, refined or otherwise fabricated, processed or installed to form a part of the work. "Equipment" are products that may be either operational or fixed.




Operational equipment are products with operating parts, whether motorized or manually operated, that requires temporary or permanent service connections, such as wiring or piping. Fixed equipment are products necessary for accomplishing the work that are used as a temporary facility during the work and are removed afterwards. QUALITY ASSURANCE: Compatibility of Options: When the Contractor is given the option of selecting between two (2) or more products for use on the project, the product selected shall be compatible with products previously selected, even if previously selected products were also options. PRODUCT DELIVERY, STORAGE AND HANDLING: 1. Deliver, store and handle products in accordance with the manufacturer's

recommendations, using means and methods that will prevent damage, deterioration and loss, including theft.

2. Schedule delivery to minimize long-term storage at the site and overcrowding of

construction spaces. 3. Coordinate delivery with installation time to ensure minimum holding time for

items that are flammable, hazardous, easily damaged or sensitive to deterioration, theft and other losses. Deliver products to the site in the manufacturer's original sealed container or other packing system, complete with labels and instructions for handling, storing, unpacking, protecting and installing.

4. Inspect products upon delivery to ensure compliance with the Contract

Documents and to ensure that products are undamaged and properly protected. 5. Store products at the site in a manner that will facilitate inspection and

measurement of quality or counting of units. 7. Store heavy materials away from the project structure in a manner that will not

endanger the supporting construction. 8. Store products subject to damage by the elements above ground, under cover in

a weather tight enclosure, with ventilation adequate to prevent condensation. Maintain temperature and humidity within range required by manufacturer's instructions.




PRODUCTS: 1. General Product Requirements: Provide products that comply with the Contract

Documents, that are undamaged, and unless otherwise indicated, unused at the time of installation. All materials shall be fire-retardant materials, where applicable.

2. Provide products complete with all accessories, trim, finish, safety guards and

other devices needed for a complete installation and for the intended use and effect.

3. Standard Products: Where available, provide standard products of types that

have been produced and used successfully in similar situations on other projects. 4. Proprietary Specification Requirements: Where only a single product or

manufacturer is named, provide the product indicated. NO SUBSTITUTIONS will be permitted.

5. Semi-Proprietary Specification Requirements: Where two (2) or more products

or manufacturer's are named, provide one (1) of the products indicated. NO SUBSTITUTIONS will be permitted.

6. Non-Proprietary Specification: When the Specification list products or

manufacturer's that are available and may be incorporated in the work, but do not restrict the Contractor to use of these products only, the Contractor may propose any available product that complies with Contract requirements. Comply with Contract Document provisions concerning "substitutions" to obtain approval for use of an unnamed product.

7. Descriptive Specification Requirements: Where Specification describes a

product or assembly, listing exact characteristics required, with or without use of brand or trade name, provide a product or assembly that provides the characteristics and otherwise complies with Contract requirements.

8. Performance Specification Requirements: Where Specification requires

compliance with performance requirements, provide products that comply with these requirements and are recommended by the manufacturer for the application indicated. General overall performance of a product is implied where the product is specified for a specific application.

9. Compliance with Standards, Codes and Regulations: Where the Specification

only requires compliance with an imposed code, standard or regulation, select a product that complies with the standards, codes or regulations specified.








SECTION 00010 - PROJECT DECONTAMINATION

DESCRIPTION OF REQUIREMENTS: 1. At the completion of the removal phase, all surfaces from which asbestos has

been removed shall be scrubbed using nylon or bristle brushes and wet sponged or cleaned by an equivalent method to remove visible asbestos containing material. During cleaning, all surfaces shall be kept wet using amended water.

2. All disposable equipment/materials shall be packaged for disposal. Containers

shall be washed with amended water and have all particulate matter removed prior to removal from the work area.

3. All accessory equipment shall be moved to the equipment room and

decontaminated for removal. 4. All free water (in contaminated areas) shall be retrieved and added to ACM

waste and/or placed in plastic lined, leak-tight drums and/or solidified with an acceptable polymer for disposal. Alternatively, contaminated free water may be filtered using a five (5) micron filter and disposed of in a sanitary drain, if allowed by local treatment works by regulation or as allowed by permit.

FIRST CLEANING: 1. The Contractor shall first clean all surfaces in the work areas using a fine spray

or mist of amended water applied to all surfaces followed by wet wiping using disposable cloths. Wipe cloths shall be disposed of or rinsed thoroughly on a frequency sufficient to eliminate visible accumulation of debris. The Contractor shall allow the surfaces to dry then reinspect the work areas for visible dust and debris.

2. The Contractor shall notify the IHT in writing that a pre-sealant inspection is

requested. 3. Upon completion of cleaning all surfaces in the work areas and receiving a

satisfactory pre-sealant inspection, spray coat all dried exposed surfaces with a sealant. The color of the sealant shall be distinct from the underlying substrate. The surfaces to be coated include those from which ACM has been removed and polyethylene which has been used to cover walls, floors and non-removable fixtures and equipment.




SECOND CLEANING: 1. Upon completion of application of sealant, the Contractor shall remove all

polyethylene sheeting, duct tape, etc. These materials shall be rolled up and placed into waste bags for disposal.

2. Wet clean all floors, woodwork, ceilings, fixtures and other surfaces with

amended water. Dispose of all cleaning cloths, sponges, etc., as contaminated waste.

3. Clean and encapsulate all critical barrier sheeting and leave in place until final air

monitoring is completed and satisfactory results are obtained. 4. The Contractor shall notify the IHT in writing that an inspection and final

clearance air monitoring is requested. 5. If release criteria are not met, repeat the cleaning and decontamination

procedure from that point. FINAL CLEANING: 1. After the work areas are found to be in compliance with acceptable clearance

criteria the Contractor shall: a. Shut down and remove the pressure differential system.

b. Seal HEPA filtered fan units, HEPA vacuums and similar equipment with

six (6) mil polyethylene sheet and duct tape to form a tight seal at intake end before being moved from work area.

c. Remove personnel decontamination unit. d. Remove all critical barriers and place into waste bags for disposal as

contaminated waste. e. Wet clean all surfaces behind critical barrier protection such as windows,

grills, non-removable equipment, etc. f. Refinish all damaged surfaces on walls, trim, furniture, etc. 2. Upon completion of final cleaning the Contractor shall request a Final Inspection

to be performed by the IHT. END OF SECTION 00010




SECTION 00011 - DISPOSAL OF ASBESTOS CONTAINING WASTE

DESCRIPTION OF THE WORK: This Section describes the disposal of asbestos containing waste materials. Disposal includes packaging of asbestos containing waste materials. Disposal shall be accomplished by proper disposal in accordance with the County waste flow plan. SUBMITTALS: Before start of work: Submit the following to the Owner’s Representative for review. Do not start work until these submittals are returned approved. 1. Name and address of landfill where asbestos containing waste materials are to

be disposed. Include contact person and telephone number. Submission of 10 Day Federal and State Notification form which has this information is acceptable.

PRODUCTS: Disposal bags: Provide six (6) mil thick leak tight polyethylene bags labeled with four (4) labels, with text as follows: 1. First Label:

CAUTION CONTAINS ASBESTOS FIBERS

AVOID OPENING OR BREAKING CONTAINER BREATHING ASBESTOS IS HAZARDOUS TO YOUR HEALTH

2. Second Label: Provide in accordance with 29 CFR, Part 1910.1200(f) of OSHA's

Hazard Communication Standard:

DANGER CONTAINS ASBESTOS FIBERS

AVOID CREATING DUST CANCER AND LUNG DISEASE HAZARD

BREATHING AIRBORNE ASBESTOS, TREMOLITE, ANTHROPHYLLITE, OR ACTINOLITE FIBERS IS HAZARDOUS TO YOUR HEALTH

3. Third Label: Provide in accordance with U.S. Department of Transportation

regulation on hazardous waste marking. 49 CFR, Parts 171 and 172. Hazardous substances: Final rule, published November 21, 1986, and revised February 17, 1987:




RQ HAZARDOUS SUBSTANCE, SOLID, NOS, ORM-E, NA 9188

(ASBESTOS)

4. Fourth Label: Provide waste generator and location in accordance with State regulations.

5. All waste is to be hauled by a waste hauler with all required State transporting

licenses. 6. Load all asbestos containing waste material in disposal bags or leak-tight drums.

All materials are to be contained in one (1) of the following;

a. Two (2), six (6) mil disposal bags, or, b. Two (2), six (6) mil disposal bags and a fiberboard drum, or c. Two (2), six (6) mil disposal bags, and sealed steel drum.

7. Protect interior of truck or dumpster with critical or primary barriers as described

in Temporary Enclosures Section. 8. Carefully load containerized waste in fully enclosed dumpsters, trucks or other

appropriate vehicles for transport. Exercise care before and during transport, to ensure that no unauthorized persons have access to the material.

9. Do not store containerized materials outside the work areas. Take containers

from the work area directly to the truck or dumpster. 10. Do not transport bagged material in open trucks. Label drums with same

warning labels as bags. Uncontaminated drums can be reused. Treat drums that have been contaminated as asbestos containing waste clean and/or dispose of in accordance with this Specification.

11. Advise the landfill operator at least ten (10) days in advance of transport of the

quantity of material to be delivered. 12. At a disposal site, sealed plastic bags may be carefully unloaded from the truck.

If bags are broken or damaged, return to work site for re-bagging. Clean entire truck and contents using procedures set forth in Project decontamination. Retain receipts from landfill for materials disposed. At completion of hauling and disposal of each load, submit copy of waste manifest, Chain of Custody form and landfill receipt to the Owner’s Representative.





SECTION 00012 - NON-FRIABLE FLOOR TILE AND MASTIC REMOVAL

FLOOR TILE REMOVAL: 1. The Contractor shall install a two (2) flapped, six (6) mil polyethylene sheeted air

lock at the entrance to the work areas. Entrance flaps are to be installed so that the flaps will close if air flow into the work areas is stopped for any reason.

2. The Contractor shall be responsible for the erection of critical barriers consisting

of two (2) layers of six (6) mil polyethylene sheeting over all openings within the work areas. The Contractor shall provide all ladders, scaffolding and/or other necessary equipment for the installation of all engineering controls.

3. Provide a three (3) stage personnel decontamination unit where indicated on the

drawings. Require that the personnel decontamination unit be the only means of ingress and egress for the work areas. Require that all materials exit the work areas through the decontamination unit.

4. The Contractor shall provide and install HEPA equipped air filtration device(s)

(AFDs) within the work areas to create continuous negative pressure within the work area throughout abatement operations, in addition to the prevention smoke/fumes from exiting the work areas. This may require more than one (1) AFD depending on conditions. The AFDs shall be exhausted to the exterior of the building.

a. If necessary, the Contractor shall construct all exterior exhaust manifolds

using a minimum of 2 inch plywood sheeting. The Contractor shall affix

AFD exhaust ducts to the plywood with mechanical fasteners and/or equivalent. The Contractor shall also be responsible for establishing streamers at the outlets of the AFD exhaust, to provide quick assessment of the AFDs operation.

5. Removal activity shall not commence until a written Notice to Proceed has been

issued by the Owner’s representative. Approval of the work areas for removal activity shall not, in any way, relieve the Contractor of his responsibility to ensure that non-work areas and items/equipment within the work areas are protected from smoke/fumes, physical damage, or asbestos contamination from this project.

6. The Contractor shall remove floor tile by heating with an approved radiant heat

machine until the heat penetrates through the tile and softens the adhesive. When the tile/adhesive is sufficiently heated, carefully lift the tile with a long handled tile scraper from the sub-flooring.




Ensure that all broken tile show evidence of heat application and apply amended water to the broken tile and any debris before removing from the sub-flooring and disposing of as asbestos waste.

7. ACM waste shall be stored in a covered, locked dumpster or approved waste

transfer vehicle. Prepare waste for transport in accordance with specific requirements of the waste facility and all applicable local, state and federal regulations.

8. Transport the waste to the waste dumpster or waste vehicle in covered carts,

with consideration given at all times to building occupants and/or facility personnel.

MASTIC REMOVAL: 1. The Contractor shall be responsible for the erection of a single layer of six (6) mil polyethylene to operate as a splash guard around the perimeter of the work area. The splash guards shall start at the floor level and shall be erected to a minimum height of two (2) feet. 2. The Contractor shall apply an odorless solvent for the removal of floor tile mastic with a mop or hand sprayer. The Contractor shall allow for a minimum of 5-10 minutes prior to the commencement of removal activities. 3. Remove settled solvent by squeegeeing the sub-flooring, collect the slur with shovels and place in asbestos waste bags. Rags shall be utilized for fine cleaning and disposed as asbestos waste. 4. The Contractor shall be responsible for rinsing the floor and cleaning the surface again, once as a minimum and as many times as necessary to remove adhesive to the desired degree. The completed floor shall be sufficiently cleaned to accept the application of new mastic and floor tile to the satisfaction of the Owner. No visible blackening of the floor surface shall be permitted at the completion of the mastic removal. The floor should appear brown or tan in color, in order to be considered clean. 5. Transport the waste to the on-site container or Contractor’s registered vehicle. END OF SECTION 00012




SECTION 00013– ASBESTOS CONTAINING CAULK REMOVAL

1. Products

a. Six (6) mil polyethylene sheeting

b. Spray glue

c. High quality duct tape

d. Garden sprayer

e. Amended water

f. Asbestos warning signs

g, Other equipment deemed necessary by the Contractor, such as man-lifts, pulley systems, fork lifts, etc.

2. Post appropriate warning signs and/or tape at the entrance to the work area(s)

and around the work area boundaries.

3. The Contractor shall place one (1) layer of six (6) mil polyethylene sheeting along the side of perimeter walls where the work is occurring stretching out a minimum of five feet (5’) from the curtain wall to cover the ground.

4. The Contractor shall establish a single layer polyethylene sheeting tent enclosure on the building interior where caulks are to be wet-scraped. The containment shall remain where windows are to be removed throughout this procedure until the work is completed as specified. The interior containment shall be placed at least two feet (2’) from the window to allow sufficient room for the Contractors to work without impacting the barrier.

5. Mist the material with amended water; this shall be continuous when removing

caulks during wet-scraping. Apply a layer of duct tape between window framing and asbestos containing glazings on glass.

6. Place appropriate warning and generator labels on the packaged ACM, ensure these labels are on six (6) mil black polyethylene waste bags, where used, and place in the on-site waste container or Contractor’s registered vehicle, in accordance with the requirements set forth in this Specification.





SECTION 00014 – ABATEMENT OF FLUE PACKING AND PLUMBERS PASTE UTILIZING TEMPORARY ENCLOSURES

RELATED DOCUMENTS: Drawings and General Provisions of Contract, including General and Supplementary Conditions and other Technical Sections, apply to work in this Section. SUBMITTALS: Before start of work submit the following to the Owner's representative for review. Do not begin work until these submittals are returned with the Owner's approval. 1. Spray Glue/Cement:

Product description including major components and solvents.

Manufacturer's installation instructions.

Indicate portions applicable to the project. 2. Safety Data Sheet: Submit the Safety Data Sheet, or equivalent, in accordance

with the OSHA Hazard Communication Standard (29 CFR, Part 1910.1200) for spray glue/cement material proposed for use on the work. Include a separate attachment for each sheet indicating the specific worker protective equipment proposed for use with the material indicated.

3. Sheet Plastic: For fire retardant plastic submit test reports on NFPA 701 test. 4. Signs: Submit samples of signs to be used. PRODUCTS: 1. Sheet Plastic

a. Polyethylene Sheet: A single polyethylene film in the largest sheet size possible to minimize seams, six (6) mil thick, clear, frosted, or black as indicated.

b. Flame Retardant Polyethylene Sheet: Provide flame-resistant

polyethylene film that conforms to requirements set by the National Fire Protection Association Standard 701, Small Scale Fire Test for Flame-Resistant Textiles and films. Provide largest size possible to minimize seams, six (6) mil thick as indicated, frosted or black as indicated.




c. Reinforced Polyethylene Sheet: Where plastic sheet constitutes the only

barrier between the work areas and the building exterior, provide translucent, nylon reinforced or woven polyethylene, laminated, flame resistant, polyethylene film that conforms to requirements set forth by the National Fire Protection Association Standard 701, Small Scale Fire Test for flame-resistant Textiles and Films. Provide largest size possible to minimize seams, six (6) mil thick as indicated, frosted or black as indicated.

2. Miscellaneous Materials

a. Duct Tape: Provide duct tape in 2" or 3" widths as indicated, with an adhesive which is formulated to stick aggressively to sheet polyethylene.

b. Spray Glue/Cement: Provide spray adhesive in aerosol cans which is

specifically formulated to stick tenaciously to sheet polyethylene. EXECUTION - SEQUENCE OF WORK: Carry out work of this Section sequentially. Complete each activity before proceeding to the next. Work Areas: The location where asbestos abatement work occurs. It is a variable of the extent of work of the Contract. It may be a portion of a room, a single room, or a complex of rooms. A "Work Area" is considered contaminated during the work, and must be isolated from the balance of the building, and decontaminated at the completion of the asbestos control work. Completely isolate the work areas from other parts of the building so as to prevent asbestos containing dust or debris from passing beyond the isolated area. Should the area beyond the work area(s) become contaminated with asbestos containing dust or debris as a consequence of the work, clean those areas in accordance with the procedures indicated in the Technical Specifications. Perform all such required cleaning or decontamination at no additional cost to Owner. Place all tools, scaffolding, staging, etc., necessary for the work in the area to be isolated prior to completion of work area isolation. Disable ventilating system or any other system bringing air into or out of the work areas. Disable system by disconnecting wires, removing circuit breakers, by lockable switch or other positive means that will prevent accidental premature restarting of equipment. If live electric is present within the work area: All live electric shall be protected with two




(2) layers of six (6) mil polyethylene, (i.e.; conduit, lights, fire detection/protection, etc.), any electric being used inside the work area shall be GFCI protected. CONTROL ACCESS: Isolate the work areas to prevent entry by building occupants into work areas or surrounding controlled areas. Accomplish isolation by the following:

1. Submit to Owner's representative a list of doors and other openings that must be secured to isolate work areas. Include on list notation if door or opening is in an indicated exit route.

2. After receiving written authorization from the Owner's representative lock

all doors into work areas. Cover any signs that direct emergency exiting, either outside or inside of work areas, to locked doors. Do not obstruct doors required for emergency exits from work areas or from building.

3. After receiving written authorization from the Owner's representative

construct partitions or closure across any opening into work areas. Partitions are to be a minimum of eight (8) feet high.

Locked Access: Arrange work areas so that the only access into work areas is through lockable doors to personnel and equipment decontamination units.

1. Provide one (1) key for each door to Owner and Owner's representative and maintain one (1) key in clean room of decontamination unit (three (3) total).

Visual Barrier: Where a work area is immediately adjacent to or within view of occupied areas, provide a visual barrier of opaque polyethylene sheeting at least six (6) mil in thickness so that the work procedures are not visible to building occupants. Where this visual barrier would block natural light, substitute frosted or woven rip-stop sheet plastic in locations approved by the Owner's representative. Provide Warning Signs: At each locked door leading to work areas reading as follows:

1. Print text in both English and Spanish:

Legend Notation

KEEP OUT 3" Sans Serif Gothic or Block

BEYOND THIS POINT 1" Sans Serif Gothic or Block




ASBESTOS ABATEMENT WORK 1" Sans Serif Gothic or Block

IN PROGRESS 1" Sans Serif Gothic or Block

BREATHING ASBESTOS DUST MAY 14 Point Gothic BE HAZARDOUS TO YOUR HEALTH

2. Immediately inside door and outside critical barrier, post an approximately

20 inch by 14 inch manufactured caution sign displaying the following legend with letter sizes and styles of a visibility required by 29 CFR, Part 1926:

3. LEGEND

DANGER

ASBESTOS CANCER AND LUNG DISEASE HAZARD

RESPIRATORS AND PROTECTIVE CLOTHING ARE REQUIRED IN THIS AREA

RESPIRATORY AND WORKER PROTECTION: All workers shall wear protective clothing and respiratory protection as required by OSHA regulation 29 CFR, Part 1926.1101. The Contractor shall be responsible for personnel exposure monitoring of employees as required by OSHA regulation 29 CFR, Part 1926.1101. OSHA requirements for medical surveillance, respiratory fit testing, monitoring shall be the responsibility of the Contractor. All equipment, tools, etc., shall be decontaminated by means of wet wiping prior to removal from the work area. CRITICAL BARRIERS: Completely Separate the work areas from other portions of the building, and the outside by closing all openings with sheet plastic barriers at least six (6) mil in thickness, or by sealing cracks out of work areas with duct tape. Individually Seal all ventilation openings (supply and exhaust), lighting fixtures, clocks, doorways, windows, convectors and speakers, and other openings into the work areas with duct tape along with polyethylene sheeting at least six (6) mil in thickness, taped securely in place with duct tape. Maintain seal until all work including Project Decontamination is completed. Take care in sealing of lighting fixtures to avoid melting or burning of sheeting.




Provide Sheet Plastic barriers at least six (6) mil in thickness as required to seal openings completely from the work areas into adjacent areas. Seal the perimeter of all sheet plastic barriers with duct tape or spray cement. Mechanically Support sheet plastic independently of duct tape or spray cement seals so that seals do not support the weight of the plastic. Following is the acceptance method of supporting a sheet plastic barrier. Alternative support methods may be used if approved in writing by the Owner's representative. Provide Pressure Differential System Clean Housings and Ducts of all over-spray material prior to erection of any critical barrier that will restrict access. PREPARE AREA: Scaffolding: If fixed scaffolding is to be used to provide access, HEPA vacuum and wet clean area prior to scaffolding installation. Remove all electrical and mechanical items, such as lighting fixtures, clocks, diffusers, registers, escutcheon plates, etc., which cover any part of the surface to be worked on. Clean all Surfaces In Work Areas with a HEPA filtered vacuum or by wet wiping prior to the installation of primary barrier. PRIMARY BARRIER: Protect building and other surfaces in the work areas from damage from water and high humidity or from contamination from asbestos containing debris, slurry or high airborne fiber levels by covering with primary barrier as described below. Sheet Plastic: Protect surfaces in the work areas with two (2) layers of plastic sheeting on floor and walls, or as otherwise directed on the Contract Drawings or in writing by the Owner's representative. Perform work in the following sequence. Cover all walls in work area including "Critical Barrier" sheet plastic barriers with one (1) layer of polyethylene sheeting, at least six (6) mil in thickness, mechanically supported and sealed with duct tape or spray glue in the same manner as "Critical Barrier" sheet plastic barriers. Tape all joints, including the joining with the floor covering, with duct tape or as otherwise indicated on the Contract Documents or in writing by the Owner's representative. Stairs and Ramps: Do not cover stairs and ramps with unsecured sheet plastic. Where stairs and ramps are covered with plastic, provide 3/4" exterior grade plywood treads




securely held in place over plastic. Do not cover rungs or rails with any type of protective materials. Repair of Damaged Polyethylene Sheeting: Remove and replace plastic sheeting which has been damaged by removal operations or where seal has failed allowing water to seep between layers. Remove affected sheeting and wipe down entire area. Install new sheet plastic only when area is completely dry. STOP WORK: If the critical or primary barrier fails, or is breached in any manner, stop work and notify the Owner's representative immediately. Do not start work until authorized in writing by the Owner's representative. EXTENSION OF WORK AREA: Extension of Work Area: If the critical barrier is breached in any manner that could allow the passage of asbestos debris or airborne fibers, then add affected area to the work area, enclose it as required by this Section of the Specifications and decontaminate it as described in Project Decontamination. SECONDARY BARRIER: Use a secondary layer of plastic as a drop cloth to protect the primary layer from debris generated by the asbestos abatement work is specified in the appropriate Work Sections. END OF SECTION 00014