02 82 33 Removal and Disposal of ACM.pdf

02 82 33 – REMOVAL AND DISPOSAL OF ASBESTOS CONTAINING MATERIAL

Herbert, Rowland & Grubic, Inc. 02 82 33-1 009280.0426

SECTION 02 82 33 – REMOVAL AND DISPOSAL OF ASBESTOS CONTAINING MATERIAL

PART 1 – GENERAL

1.01 NOTES AND ENVIRONMENTAL CONCERNS

A. These asbestos removal specifications are necessarily general and are intended only to give a description of what is required to adequately complete removal and disposal of asbestos containing material (ACM).

B. Record Drawings of the existing water system indicate that the 6-inch diameter water main located on Rhoda Avenue is asbestos cement pipe.

1.02 SUMMARY OF PROJECT WORK SCOPE

A. Provide all labor, equipment, material, supervision, and subcontracting for the removal and disposal of all ACMs associated with the existing water main. This includes all asbestos-containing debris, dust and asbestos-contaminated materials.

B. Special note is given to the combination of demolition with removal and disposal of ACM. ACMs encountered during demolition shall be left intact and removed and disposed of under controlled conditions as ACM.

1.03 REGULATORY REQUIREMENTS

A. The work required by this section includes handling, removing, cleanup, transporting, and off-site disposing of removed ACM and debris. The Contractor shall perform this work in accordance with the methods and procedures prescribed in the following sections and in compliance with all applicable Federal, State, and local codes and regulations for asbestos abatement associated with the demolition of structures.

1. Code of Federal Regulations (CFR) – 29 CFR 1910.0134 Respiratory Protection; 29

CFR 1910.145 Specifications for Accident Prevention Signs and Tags; 29 CFR

1910.1001 Asbestos Standard; 29 CFR 1910.1200 Hazard Communication; 29 CFR

1926.1101 Occupational Exposure to Asbestos; 40 CFR Part 61 Subpart M National Emissions Standards for Hazardous Air Pollutants; 40 CFR 260 Hazardous Waste Management System: General; 40 CFR 261 Identification and Listing of Hazardous Waste; 40 CFR 263 Standards Applicable to Transporter of Hazardous Waste; 40 CFR 264 Standards for Owners and Operators of Hazardous Waste Treatment, Storage, and Disposal Facilities; 40 CFR 268 Land Disposal Restrictions; 40 CFR Part 763 Subpart E AHERA/ASHARA; and 49 CFR Parts 171, 172, and 173.

2. The Contractor shall abide to any other Federal, State, county, and city regulations, codes, and ordinances that are applicable, including 25 PA Code 124.3 and PA Act 194 of 1990.

3. Obtain required permits and licenses from appropriate authorities to the extent applicable, and pay associated fees including disposal charges.

4. Complete and submit appropriate demolition notification to the Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection (PADEP) and the United States Environmental Protection Agency (USEPA) in accordance with EPA’s Standard

Demolition and Renovation regulations (40 CFR 61.145). Conform to applicable regulatory procedures when hazardous or contaminated materials are discovered.

1.04 SUBMITTALS

A. Provide a copy of the asbestos abatement contractor’s license.

B. Provide a copy of the certifications and licenses of the person(s) who are employed by the abatement contractor and are licensed as asbestos abatement contractors in the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, as well as all accredited supervisors that will be used in the asbestos abatement project.

C. Provide a copy of the contractor’s Respiratory Protection Program that includes: A statement of Respiratory Protection Training; and current copies of qualitative and/or quantitative respirator fit test results for all employees to be used on asbestos abatement projects. Respirator fit tests must be performed using respirator brands worn by contractor’s employees.

D. Provide original waste disposal manifests related to disposal of all removed wastes, including but not limited to waste transportation manifests, landfill disposal manifests, and documentation relating to the ultimate disposition of recycled materials and hazardous materials.

E. Provide copies of any regulatory correspondence or submittals, including but not limited to abatement/demolition notification to the PADEP and USEPA.

1.05 PROJECT CONDITIONS

A. Facilities: Contractor is responsible for providing domestic power, water, and any other utilities necessary for abatement project.

B. Extent of initial cleaning: When it has been determined that friable or damaged AMCs have contaminated equipment and surfaces in the work area, all exposed surfaces in the work area that will be protected by polyethylene sheeting shall be cleaned with HEPA-filtered vacuums and wet-cleaned prior to the installation of polyethylene sheeting over these surfaces.

C. Equipment storage: Arrangements for equipment storage will be made prior to project initiation.

D. Dumpster location: Arrangements for the location of dumpsters will be made prior to project initiation. All dumpsters used for asbestos abatement must be secured with locks and remain locked at all times while present on the subject property.

PART 2 – PRODUCTS – Not Used

PART 3 – EXECUTION

3.01 PREPARATION

A. Establish the asbestos control area for work location utilizing barrier tape marked “Danger

Asbestos”.

B. As required, provide signs at approaches to asbestos abatement-controlled work areas.

Locate signs (conforming to the requirements of 29 CFR 1926.62 and 40 CFR 260) at such distance that personnel may read signs and take necessary protective steps required before entering the controlled work areas.

C. Install critical barriers utilizing double-layer, 6-millimeter polyethylene sheeting on electrical boxes, windows, vents, or other openings/penetrations into the work area.

D. Install decontamination facilities and waste load-outs contiguous to the containment.

E. Install HEPA filtered negative air equipment. HEPA exhaust hoses shall exit the building through window or door openings.

3.02 GENERAL ASBESTOS REMOVAL REQUIREMENTS

A. All asbestos containing material shall be adequately wet during the removal process.

Given the presence of chrysotile asbestos, dust suppression in imperative.

B. All personnel inside the regulated area shall wear respiratory protection, disposable protective whole-body clothing, including head coverings, foot coverings, protective gloves, face shields, goggles, or other appropriate protective equipment.

C. Removal waste shall be packaged for disposal by double-bagging in 6-millimeter polyethylene bags or double-wrapping in 6-millimeter polyethylene sheeting. Prior to bagging or wrapping, waste that may puncture the bags or wrap shall be enclosed with burlap or other suitable material that will prevent bag failure.

D. All work shall be performed in full compliance with all applicable Federal and State laws, and comply with all governing regulations pertaining to environmental protection.

3.03 DISPOSAL OF ASBESTOS CONTAINING MATERIALS

A. Prepare enclosed transport vehicles and/or enclosed dumpsters with at least two layers of 6-millimeter polyethylene sheeting.

B. Secure transport vehicles and dumpsters with locks. Dumpsters and waste transport vehicles must be locked at all times while engaged in asbestos disposal while at the subject property.

C. Transport materials removed from demolished structures with appropriate vehicles and dispose off-site at an appropriately permitted landfill or other facilities that are approved for disposal by governing authorities.

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